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All three of my dogs are so unique in their own way. Who knew that a girl, a Beagle, a Dalmatian, and a Dalmatian mix would all click so well? I mean that. No fights, no bullying- everyone is genuinely happy and completely loved and cared for, including myself. I’m not sure who got the better end of the deal on that. Cali is a lover of all things rope and stick. She hangs with the guys and has become quite the tomboy- she clearly has no time for girly stuff like baths, pink things, or being polite. No, she will knock your coffee right out of your hand trying to get you to rub her. Her affection is like no other, and it used to not be that way. When Cali first came to us as a 4-month-old puppy, she had severe carpal flexural deformity in both of her front legs, which is a knuckling over of the carpal joints commonly caused by poor nutrition. We changed her diet, had her legs cast up, gave her supplements and within two months, she was fully healed- it was truly amazing. Even to just see her in casts running around the yard was incredible. You could see the happiness in her eyes from being able to finally run without tiring out. Today, you would not be able to even tell she went through that nightmare. She has most certainly blossomed inside and out into an extraordinary little “Cali-dog.” Mr. Pongo... what a mischievous, headstrong, conniving pup he was! I remember coming home to the padding on a weight bench completely shredded, three PET duck carcasses where he dug under the fence to get into the backyard, a mangled bathing suit that I had just bought, chewed up door jams, and holes dug in the yard larger than his body- not all in one day though... I would have had a mental breakdown. Even after all of that, he has grown to be the most loyal dog I have ever seen. My friends often say “that dog would jump in front of a train for you.” He’s my buddy... my best friend and I would be completely lost without him by my side, where he literally always stays. Old man Copper was my first dog and opened my eyes up to the world of canines. He has a habit of laying directly into the sun, panting like he could have a stroke at any moment knowing that he has the option of getting up and walking into the shade whenever he pleases. As he has gotten older, we have developed a beautiful relationship. I think of his puppy-hood and how one time he snuck out of yard and no one could find him. We drove around the neighborhood frantically screaming his name. He was only three months old and my first thought was that someone stole him. After searching high and low, in addition to losing my voice in the process, we gave it a rest. I had to leave the house and when I returned later that night, Copper was curled up in a ball on my front steps sleeping his little puppy butt off. It still frazzles me how at such a young age, he returned home- that he even knew where home was. Whether it is medical concerns, destroying personal property or just simply running off to explore the world, all pet owners have stories like mine. We worry about so much, yet look how simple THEIR lives can be. No worries except to protect, to eat... to survive. Even then, it is not really a worry... its nature. We have separated ourselves from that and often forget that we are a part of nature too. We have to step back and look at the picture in a different light. Maybe if we took the time to eliminate stressful things from our lives, things that are not necessary, that do not matter in the grand scheme of it all, we would lead a life more simple and understanding... more of a life like a dog.

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Paws for A Cause Dog Walk & Festival

Who’s On the Cover? Restoring Balance in our Furry Friends by Angela Bross, DVM

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This is Koen, a handsome German Shepherd Dog, who calls Virginia Beach home. In German, the name “Koen” means brave and gallant, and considering what he went through as a puppy, he couldn’t have a more appropriate name! When he was about eight months old, a good Samaritan pulled him from under a mobile home, where he had been left tangled in wiring for four days. The good folks at Southeast German Shepherd Rescue quickly brought him to a vet, where the decision was made to amputate his badly mangled leg. He had lost so much blood that he had to have a transfusion. The Duggan family happily agreed to foster Koen until his forever home could be found. However, they fell in love with him and excitedly made Koen a part of their family. They were amazed at how resilient he was, considering the horrible ordeal he had been through. All he wanted was to be loved, and he didn’t have a mean bone in his body. Koen started making twice-a-week visits to PAWS for Rehabilitation, a local pet physical therapy center, to help him on his path to recovery. His family spent countless hours working with him at home. They took him to hardware stores, the beach, dog parks, on family vacations… almost everywhere they went, Koen

went too. He flourished and attended obedience classes with Deborah Lankford at Playful Pups & Performance Training. Koen acquired his Canine Good Citizen and Therapy Dog International (TDI) certifications and has visited with the elderly at a local retirement community, as well as participated in the Pawsitive Reading program at a local library. The groomers at Fur Frenzy and Motley Mutts keep him looking sharp, and the awesome staff and vets at Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital help keep him healthy. When friends and family visit the Duggan home, Koen is right in the middle of the action. He’s a true social butterfly and most people don’t even realize he’s an amputee. On our morning romps on the beach, there are very few people who don’t stop to “love on him”. There are even people who live on the beach who come out to chat about how they’ve watched Koen’s progress and are amazed at how well he has adapted. It has taken a lot of time, therapy and love, but Koen can do almost anything other dogs can do. He runs as fast as any four-legged canine, fetches like a champ and loves to swim. He is a great breed ambassador and even loves babies! Koen has truly never met a stranger and is very excited to be on this month’s cover of The Furry Cookie Magazine! Collar by: Around the Collar

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November 1-2, 2013 Rummage Sale Nov 1st- 3pm - 7pm Nov 2nd- 8am - 2pm Benefits the Chesapeake Humane Society www.chesapeakehumane.org

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November 8-11, 2013 Fall in Love Adoption Special Portsmouth Humane Society 4022 Seaboard Court, Portsmouth, VA www.portsmouthhumanesociety.org “Come fall in love with your new furry friend at PHS! We are running an adoption special of $25 off adoptions for the public, and half-price adoptions for active duty and retired service members!!” November 9, 2013 Barktoberfest 2pm - 6pm Benefits the Norfolk SPCA Bay Front Club in East Beach 4550 East Beach Drive, Norfolk, VA www.norfolkspca.com “Join us for an afternoon of food, adult beverages and fun. Live Music by Bam Bam Betty and commemorative beer mugs for the first 200 guests- all to benefit the shelter’s animals! Purchase your tickets before they sell out!” November 16, 2013 10th Annual Turkey Trot 9am Benefits the Suffolk Humane Society Riverfront Swim Club 5301 Sports Club Road, Suffolk, VA www.riverfrontswimclub.com “The more people we get to participate, the greater impact we can have helping the Suffolk Humane Society. We have room for all levels of athleticism, all ages, all sizes and shapes. It doesn’t matter if you come in 1st, 50th or 500th! What really matters is that you make it to the starting line. You may choose to run or walk the 5K. Kids 12 and under can enter the 1-Mile Gobbler. Each participant will receive a long sleeve Turkey Trot T-shirt.” November 23-24, 2013 The 7th Annual Stall Ball Nov 23rd- 7pm to Nov 24th- 12am EQUI-KIDS Therapeutic Riding Program 2626 Heritage Park Drive, Virginia Beach, VA www.equikids.org “Join us for our largest signature event of the year! The 7th Annual Stall Ball will feature fantastic food by Primo Pizza, casino tables, open bar, craft beer tasting compliments of Hoffman Beverage, champagne tasting by Barefoot Bubbly, a spectacular silent and live auction and a live performance by THE DELOREANS!”

November 30, 2013 Cookies and Milk with Santa Paws 11am - 2pm Magnolia Ruritan Club 1029 Nansemond Parkway, Suffolk, VA www.suffolkhumanesociety.com Now - December 1, 2013 Yankee Candle Fundraiser “Fundraiser for Animal Aid runs now through 1 Dec 2013. To order, go to www.yankeecandlefundraising.com, scroll down to the orange shopping box on the right and enter Animal Aid’s group number ‘990058046.’ There’s a lot more to purchase than just candles. Yankee offers decorations, fragrances, wrapping paper, ornaments and greeting cards. To assure arrival by Christmas, place orders by Nov. 18 to be safe.” December 14, 2013 Patrick Henry Mall: A Home for the Holidays 11am - 5pm Patrick Henry Mall 12300 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News, VA www.peninsulaspca.com “Gift wrapping to benefit the homeless animals at the Peninsula SPCA. Adoptable animals will make guest appearances throughout the day!” December 14, 2013 Pucks and Paws 2013 7:15pm Norfolk Scope Area 201 E. Brambleton Avenue, Norfolk, VA www.norfolkspca.com “Purchase your tickets to the game online at www.norfolkadmirals. com with the Promo Code: NSPCA13 and $2 for every ticket purchased will go to the shelter! You can even bring your dog to the game to enjoy with you!”

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Events

Volume 1, Number 5

05 aMAZEing Corn Dog Adoption Event and Fundraiser

Publisher Amber Barrack

18 Paws for a Cause Dog Walk & Festival

Creative Director John C. Trimmer

Account Manager Catherine Peck

28 East Coast Bully Bash 30 Riding for Ray Fundraiser

Cover Model Photography Polightly Rude Productions

32 Passion for Paws Picnic and Wine Tasting

Cover Model Koen Distribution Amber Barrack Catherine Peck Garner Deel John C. Trimmer

32 Dogs Gone Swimming

Editorial

06 Meet Canine Philanthropist Ecco D’ Oro

10 From Christmas to Clearance... 27 There’s No Place Like Home

Contributing Writers Amber Barrack Amy Hines Angela Joy Bross, DVM Catherine Peck Linda J. Vetter Lisa Wu Monica Engebretson Randi Helpinstill

Highlights

01 Who’s On the Cover? 03 Calendar- November/December 2013 03 Thank You!

Contributing Photography Amber Barrack Catherine Peck Danielle Calore Dave McNeeley Ghent Bar Tours Kim Stites Linda J. Vetter Peninsula Pet Pantry Photos by Feist The Friends of NACC The Furry Cookie Magazine is published bi-monthly and distributed around the Hampton Roads area at select pet stores, grooming salons, coffee shops, medical offices, animal shelters, veterinary clinics, “mom and pop” restaurants, boarding facilities, hospitals, and natural pet food stores.

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08 Health: Restoring Balance in Our Furry Friends 12 Training: No More Jumping 13 Small Animal: Touching Up On Chinchillas 14 Local Pets 15 Kids Korner: Thanksgiving 16 Holiday Gift Guide 19 Bird: 10 Things You Need to Know Before Adopting a Bird

20 Featured Breed: Pembroke Welsh Corgi 22 Adoptable Animals 24 Rescue Spotlight: Mid-Atlantic Weimaraner Rescue

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21 Olde Towne Fall Crawl

25 Pet Memorial 26 Treat Recipes: Cranberries 28 Reptile: Hypovitaminosis A in Turtles

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The aMAZEing Corn Dog Adoption Event and Fundraiser The aMAZEing Corn Dog Adoption Event and Fundraiser was hosted by Bergey’s Give.Treat.Love. Breadbasket and September 28 from 10am to 2pm at Bergey’s Farm in Chesapeake. Guests and their furry family members gathered for several fun-filled family activities, which included a corn maze, pumpkin patch, silent auction to benefit rescues, wagon rides, and even homemade ice cream! Photography by: Kim Stites and Dave McNeeley

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Meet Canine Ecco Philanthropist D’Oro When life throws you a curve ball, perhaps the ability to adjust your swing might just be the key to hitting a grand slam. That is exactly what happened when Ecco D’Oro’s owner, a successful real estate agent, was faced with the biggest market crash in the history of her career. “I felt hopeless,” said Amy Hines who was used to helping others make their dreams come true by offering lower commissions enabling many to afford a home that otherwise, would have been beyond reach. With extra time on her hands, Amy decided to give her champion show dog, Ecco D’Oro (translated “This is Gold” or “Here is Gold”), his own Facebook page. Ecco’s show career was on a roll, so she was proud to introduce her superstar to the world. What happened next was truly serendipitous. The “cheeky” Spinone Italiano bird dog with a knack for tracking down mayhem soon became a social media hit! Amy quickly realized that people were much more amused by his anarchistic tendencies rather than how accomplished he was in the show ring. As Ecco’s popularity soared, so did his antics. From turning his white beard blue after stealing a blueberry scented marker to getting a pair of underwear stuck on his head after being stoned on pain killers, it was documented for all to see. Ecco’s audience now included many children. It was imperative to employ a delicate balancing act between maintaining the comedic nature of the site without promoting bad behavior. Amy decided to take Ecco’s negatives and turn them into positives. She wanted the children to understand that it was not always easy to behave properly, however, if you learn from your mistakes and have a kind heart, you will be a much better person for having had the experiences. This became the catalyst for Ecco’s nightly Italian lessons. Ecco’s fans wanted products! They wanted shirts, a stuffed animal, a book and Ecco tattoos! It was the most bizarre phenomenon! How? How was it going to happen when Amy had literally lost 90% of her income? After interviewing seven artists who were all exceptional, but not “getting” Amy’s vision of the perfect Ecco logo, she happened upon a man from Utah who emailed her a sketch that was beyond her expectation. “How will I ever afford this artist?” she pondered. After the artist realized how many people were touched by Ecco’s nightly Italian lessons, he offered to work on the project for half of his normal rate. Nawty Dawg Big Heart, LLC was born that day. “We had a logo, we had a company, we had customers, but we did not have the money for inventory,” said Amy. It was a unique problem to have. She then contacted a shirt vendor who promised 6 The Furry Cookie | Nov/Dec 2013

not to charge her for minimum orders. It was a God send! She drove over the James River Bridge to meet this man only to be disappointed when he changed his tune. As she drove back over that 5-mile bridge, she cried. It was no use. There wasn’t any way to move forward. She arrived back to the house and started scrolling through emails. Hiding in the middle of several junk emails, was an unexpected surprise- it was an email from a total stranger named Ricky Dietsch. It read, “I am a huge Ecco fan. I love what you are doing. I own a t-shirt business in Tennessee. I would like to help you by providing you anything you need without a minimum.” This message was exceptionally special as Amy had never mentioned a word publicly about her dilemma. Ecco was now being invited to charity events and public appearances. He was becoming a local celebrity and an ambassador for good deeds. He encouraged his pack to become philanthropic. His underwear fetish was creating quite the stir, so his “Underwear Everywhere” charity drive evolved to make up for all of the pairs he had destroyed over the past year. People worldwide sent in new underwear, socks, hats and gloves to donate to the 300 plus homeless served by the Union Mission Ministries. “Our dear post master Randy had the patience of Jobe during the drive. Seriously, what dog receives a thousand pairs of underwear in the mail? He even received a few racy thongs for his personal use.” Prayer requests were now flooding the page. The positive energy was contagious and everyone wanted to be involved. A separate non-denominational page named “The Power of the Paw” was developed specifically to network prayer requests and well wishes. Amy saw the need for this as many people seemed to relate better to animals than humans. For some strange reason, it felt more comfortable for them to express themselves to a dog. On Sunday mornings, a short poem was posted that was pertinent to whatever was going on in the world on that given day. Sunday “Prayers” became a huge hit and are today, an integral part of Ecco’s popularity. After seven months of laughing and crying at the most bizarre prototypes one could imagine, Ecco’s “mini me” was whelped. The stuffed “Eccolinis” were purchased and shipped to every continent (with the exception of Antarctica) all over the world. The owners of the Eccolinis would take pictures and email them in for a charity giveaway contest. Whoever guessed “Where in the World is Eccolini?” correctly won money for their favorite charity. To date, Amy and Ecco have received over a thousand Eccolini pictures. They have accompanied children into surgery and a biker on his trip to Sturgis. Eccolinis have been spotted in Liverpool, Croatia and on the sets of TV shows. While ordering an Eccolini, a lovely opera singer named Lori left a message about how she wished there were more children exposed to the arts and how receptive children were to Ecco. Say no more. Lori introduced Amy and Ecco to her agent and the

next thing they knew Ecco booked a trip to NYC to perform with Metropolitan Opera Diva, Janet Hopkins. The duo fell in love and a lasting friendship ensued. The debut of “Ecco Goes to the Opera” a lighthearted coloring/ activity book complete with a CD hits the shelves this week. Ecco and his animal friends (all based on real animals), go on a exciting journey to the opera. The characters learn that opera is not for snooty people and that there is something for everyone to enjoy. In the past two years, Ecco and his trusty pack members have raised tangible and monetary donations for over 300 animals and charities in need. Their random acts of kindness have touched literally thousands all over the globe. From feeding the homeless to paying for vet bills, you never know who will benefit from their next surprise project. On October 18, Ecco and his friends teamed up with a few hundred elementary school students and several small businesses to pull off an EPIC Breast Cancer Awareness project. Over 1,000 pink flowers attached to inspirational messages were distributed to strangers throughout all of Hampton Roads. With the increasing requests for charitable assistance, the organization felt the need to file for non-profit status. Once again, finances were the only stumbling block. The idea was temporarily put on the back burner until the timing was right. Last March, Ecco’s pack received devastating news. Their beloved Ricky Dietsch who was instrumental in launching the Nawty Dawg Big Heart product line off of the ground, suffered a fatal stroke. Although Amy and Ricky had never met in person, they had become so close that his family actually called her from the hospital room right before his life support was removed. Ecco’s entire pack felt the loss. No one could comprehend how someone with so much life left to live could be gone in a split second. Amy was now faced with the harsh reality that her business might be gone as well. Two days after Ricky passed away, Amy received an email from the funeral home. “In lieu of flowers, the family of Ricky Dietsch has requested that donations be made to Nawty Dawg Big Heart.” Wow. Even in death, Ricky remained the consummate angel. The donations were used to file for their non -profit status. Who would ever have thought that a scruffy white dog and a washed up real estate agent would have become such an incredible pair? “The Ecco phenomenon saved me when I was at my lowest of lows. It enabled me to be a facilitator of giving when I had nothing to give… or so I thought,” said Amy. “It gave me purpose and literally made me a better person by allowing me to express my creative writing through Ecco’s persona.” When asked what Ecco would say about all of this if he really could talk, Amy replies, “What do you mean, ‘if he could talk’? Ecco communicates more effectively than any human I have ever met!” She once watched him reply to his veterinarian by cocking his leg on

her reception desk after she asked him if he was ready to go back to have a cyst removed. “There isn’t much of a guessing game with Ecco. Never ask him a question if you are not thoroughly prepared for his response!” What does the future hold? “Currently, we are writing a children’s libretto that is being composed to accompany his new opera book. Once the score is complete, our wish is to join Janet Hopkins on the road to share the magic with children in various cities. My personal dream is to acquire a huge RV and a way to meet all of the wonderful ‘pack’ members who have been with us on this journey. Our motto is ‘When you care… and share… life can take you ANYWHERE!’ We intend to take that statement literally and make that dream a reality.” What’s next on the agenda? “Our annual “Underwear Everywhere” drive will begin November 15th and continue until December 15th. We will be accepting NEW underwear to give to the Union Mission Ministries in Norfolk, VA and monetary donations that will ensure that they will have enough food to feed the homeless Christmas dinner. If anyone is interested in donating, please visit our “Big Heart” link at www.nawtydawgbigheart.com and scroll down until you see the donate button. Tangible items can be mailed to Ecco D’Oro P.O. Box 1007 Smithfield, VA 23430. Anything big or small is

greatly appreciated. Our goals are steep this year!” In addition to being a Grand Champion show dog, a titled bird dog, a cover dog on several magazines and an advocate for responsible breeding, Ecco spends his spare time enjoying his half brother Roso, his adopted rescue Sinbad (A.K.A. “Little Pooter”), three cats, a cockatiel, a lizard, and a fish pond that regularly turns his beard green. He has starred in music videos, a TV show, several books, a Westminster pre-show production and a Renaissance Faire, but his most cherished role is that of a beloved family member. Ecco is beyond spoiled and can be found on any given day lounging on top of the formal dining room table exactly where he does not belong. If you would like to join Ecco’s pack, feel free to “like” him on Facebook listed as Ecco D’Oro. You can also find this bird dog “Tweeting” @EccoDoro! By: Amy Hines

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Restoring Balance in Our Furry Friends by Angela Joy Bross, DVM

Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) has been used to treat animals in China for thousands of years and was developed by prehistoric people to understand and treat domestic animal disease, primarily the agriculturally important species such as cattle, pigs and horses. Each generation has added to the knowledge base from discoveries to evolve into the system that has developed today. Ongoing progressive studies continue in the modern day to scientifically validate this system of medicine as well as to facilitate further advances. Both western veterinary medicine and TCVM rely on medical history and physical examination to make a diagnosis or identify a pattern. Western medicine utilizes diagnostic tests like blood work or X-rays, for example, while the diagnostic tests of TCVM include the palpation of the pulse and shu points. Shu points are association acupuncture points, which may reveal sensitivity to palpation to identify imbalances within internal organs or energy meridians. A meridian is essentially an energy highway within the body, through which Qi (chee) flows to access all parts of the body. Each meridian has multiple acupuncture points along its path and can be thought of as channels to reflect the idea of carrying, holding or transporting qi, blood and body fluids around the body. TCVM believes in promoting energetic balance to achieve and maintain health whereas western medicine believes in control of mechanisms. Yin-Yang and Five Elements are two philosophical views originating in ancient China, which were developed initially to understand and interpret natural phenomena. These principals were then adapted to Chinese Medicine between the Spring and Autumn Period 722-481 B. C. and the Warring States Period 403-221 B. C. Yin-Yang and Five Elements promoted the development of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM). For this article, Yin-Yang will be discussed. The Tai Ji symbol is traditionally used to represent the interrelationship of Yin and Yang and can be utilized to attempt to understand the events of the universe by organizing into distinct categories. All conceivable entities or events can be broken down into two opposite aspects, which may lose their meaning without a comparison of an opposite. For example, what is heat without cold or dark without light? Yin and Yang are opposites and inseparable. The circle can represent the universe divided equally into Yin (black) and Yang (white) with a division that is not straight but merging and continuously cycling with each other while maintaining balance. The small circles within Yin and Yang represent the seeds of Yang within Yin and Yin within Yang with Yin and Yang composing and dividing all things with unceasing cycles in the state of eternal transformation. Yin and Yang may be used to explain animal physiology and pathology, which can then be useful to guide clinical diagnosis and treatment. While further explanation becomes more 8 The Furry Cookie | Nov/Dec 2013

complex, this is enough meaning to reveal how it starts to become important in practice. In an animal, the back, where the sun shines on an animal, belongs to Yang while the underside of the chest and abdomen belong to Yin. Different pathologies can take the form of a Yin deficiency or a Yang deficiency, for example, due to the various physiological functional activities that respond to either Yin or Yang. Further, different foods and herbs correspond to qualities of Yin or Yang as well as other properties such as heat, dampness, wind, blood, qi as well as directing actions toward a specific organ, which will be discussed in upcoming Furry Cookie articles. With this knowledge, certain foods and herbs can then be utilized medicinally each day to balance the energetics of an animal to heal or improve upon a disease state to achieve improved quality of life. Acupuncture also utilizes these same energetic principals of balance but with very thin needles. Needle sizes vary by range in size from filamentous up to 28 gauge with size dependent on species, intended use and practitioner preference. Needles are typically inserted and left in place for about twenty minutes and can be used by themselves or with mild electro stimulation to enhance the effects in certain types of disease states. Typically a series of about six treatments are implemented at least once per week and then treatments are normally able to be tapered down to less frequent treatments once overall balance becomes more stable. Tui-na, an Oriental bodywork therapy, which comprises the use of hand techniques to massage muscles and tendons, and acupressure techniques to directly affect the flow of Qi and manipulation techniques to realign the musculoskeletal and ligamentous relationships, can also be utilized to establish a more harmonious flow of Qi through the system of channels, which will assist in the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s healing of itself. TCVM can be used to treat a variety of conditions and typically yields wonderful results for common problems like arthritis and gastrointestinal issues. While it does not typically provide a cure for cancer, TCVM can be utilized to slow tumor growth and maintain quality of life for a longer period of time than expected. Remarkable results have been witnessed in practice with congestive heart failure by combining food therapy, Chinese herbal medicine, Tui-na and acupuncture. While one branch of therapy alone can provide benefit, the effects are potentiated by implementing all four therapy types. Additionally, TCVM can and is often used in conjunction to western medicine with great success. While undergoing TCVM therapy, it is advised that your pet continue to see his or her regular veterinarian as needed. A cooperative approach between veterinarian and veterinarian-acupuncturist typically yields the best results.

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“No volunteer or worker told me anything about food, vaccines, or asked me about my financial situation.”

ou will notice that Ridgeley is not in my column picture this issue. This is not only because a picture of us wearing cheesy matching holiday sweaters does not exist, but because he technically was not my first dog.

to say I had no idea what I was doing. The summer went by and countless shoes, a few family heirlooms and dining room carpet that had to be replaced later, I went to college and Sydney stayed with my parents. My puppy was now their dog.

The two young pups in the picture are a 18 year old me and Sydney, an impulse buy, and we are proudly sporting our Lands End holiday sweaters for Christmas cards I sent that year from college... alone. That fireplace you see wasn’t in my dorm, it is still in the living room of my parents’ home- along with Sydney.

It has been years since my parents have said to me, “she is your dog!” Sydney is the apple of my mother’s eye, has been on countless Outer Banks vacations, and we even joke that her knee cost more than my mother’s, as both of them have had knee replacements! She has her spot next to my father’s chair, and gets her special treat twice daily when she takes her thyroid medicine.

On my 18th birthday my then boyfriend and I went shopping and I wanted to look at the puppies in PetSmart. Begrudgingly indulging me, Gabe and I went inside and found two black and brindle puppies left over from a morning adoption fair. One was being loved-on by a family who ultimately decided to take him. The other, a female, looked like a puppy my family had been considering adding to our canine pack of one just a few months before. The resemblance, low price, and the fact that I could not leave her alone was enough. This girl was coming with me. The Orange County Humane Society of Virginia did not ask many questions, or seem to think it was strange that I ran across the street to the gas station to take the 60 or so dollars it cost to adopt out of the ATM, or care that this puppy was about to “go home” with two unwed 18 year olds (we had just graduated high school a week before). No volunteer or worker told me anything about food, vaccines, or asked me about my financial situation. The only thing they said was to have her spayed. I could not wait to get my puppy home. In the car, she put each of her front paws on my shoulders and it reminded me of the way a koala bear clings to a tree. I named her Sydney after the city in Australia because of the way she did that. When we got home, Gabe explained that he couldn’t stop me, and my parents as angry as they were enamored with the puppy as they were ready for me to learn how to take care of it. Needless 10 The Furry Cookie | Nov/Dec 2013

But not every spontaneous purchase or gift is so lucky. My parents are the exception, not the rule. So often, gifted pets get dumped at shelters by Valentines Day because they are unwanted or because the excitement wears off. The Christmas puppy with the bow around it’s neck is cute but come Blue Monday in January when those credit card bills are rolling in, puppy is another mouth to feed.

This holiday season if you are thinking of giving a furry gift or know someone who is, here are a few considerations:

Who is the recipient?

Can they make the long-term commitment? Can they afford the initial and long-term veterinary costs as well as food and incidental costs? According to the ASPCA the cost of having a dog is at least $600 to $900 a year. Could the new owner have allergies?

Is Christmas the right time?

The holidays are loud and full of excitement which can be intimidating for any puppy, kitten or adult animal. Will the animal feel safe in this new home when introduced during this time?

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What would the recipient do if they could not take care of the pet anymore? Would the pet go to a family member, shelter, you? Are you comfortable with this?

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By Lisa Wu, B.A. and M.A.T. Pet Trainer and Kennel Supervisor at Owl Creek Veterinary Hospital Jumping is a normal behavior in dogs that many people find adorable. However, when your dog is 50lbs and jumping on everyone, “cute” may no longer be the best term to describe it. In fact, jumping behavior is not only annoying to many people, regardless of the size of the dog, but could also potentially lead to injury. This is why responsible pet parents need to discourage jumping, ideally as soon as the dog becomes a family member. If the jumping behavior has become a habit for your dog over the years, it is never too late to modify the behavior. Once your dog learns to not jump on people as an automatic response, you can always teach your dog to jump only on command. In order to modify the unwanted jumping behavior, we as pet parents must first understand why dogs like to jump on people. The reason may be simpler than most expect- dogs jump on people because they want attention. Consequently, the ideal way to modify this attention-seeking behavior is through the tried and true training technique called “extinction.” According to The Manual of Clinical Behavioral Medicine for Dogs and Cats, “extinction is the cessation of a response that occurs when reinforcement is stopped.” In other words, extinction means that you ignore an undesirable behavior to the point that it goes extinct or disappears. Ultimately, you cannot respond to your dogs jumping at all- not even a little bit. This can be harder than it sounds, but consistency is critical, meaning no more giving your dog hugs back when he jumps to greet you or even pushing him down. This is because when you do react to your dogs jumping in any way, you are inadvertently reinforcing his jumping. Dogs do not distinguish as to whether the attention is positive or negative; any kind of response satisfies their desire and reinforces the behavior. The best way to implement the extinction of the jumping is to ignore your it by turning your back to him or if sitting, turn your legs away from him until he calm down and all four paws are touching the ground. Once he is calm, you can give him the attention he seeks which will reinforce the idea that “I get attention sooner when I don’t jump” in your dog’s mind. Although extinction is ideally the most desirable technique, it unfortunately is not always realistic, especially if you have a jumper and guests are coming over for dinner. You cannot expect other people to tolerate jumping or know the proper way to discourage jumping without reinforcing the behavior. So, that is when you must use redirection, which means refocusing a any undesirable behavior (in this case, jumping) to a desirable 12 The Furry Cookie | Nov/Dec 2013

behavior such as sitting. But, since you know the situations that make your dog jump (i.e., the doorbell rings or your dog is greeted by a stranger), you need to be prepared so you can redirect them before the jumping occurs. A great way to help your dog learn is by having his favorite treat or a toy ready to get his attention in those distracting and exciting situations and refocus on you. Because your dog is often excited when he jumps, have them on a leash at first to keep them focused and prevent them from playing or moving from your vicinity. Also, it helps to stage training situations so that you can control the training environment and prevent surprises. When your dog is learning something new, your best bet for success is to initiate the training plan with low-level, minor distractions and slowly work up to higher-level, major distractions. By taking the time to ease them into a situation, you will be setting your dog up for success. Think back and remember we all had to learn our numbers in math class first before learning how to add- it’s all a part of the “crawl-walk-run” paradigm. Have a treat in your hand to place in front of their nose to distract and stop him from jumping and tell your dog to “sit.” Once he is seated, he can receive attention from you and other people. Keep the treat at his nose the whole time and allow him to nibble or lick the treat as he is being petted to reinforce the sitting and prevent over-stimulation by the petting, especially with strangers and people he gets distracted by easily, even children. If you see your dog remotely thinking that he should jump, use a firm “eh-eh” to stop his attempt to jump and return him to a sit. After a few sessions, when you notice that your dog has become desensitized to the situation (no longer getting overexcited by the situation), slowly move the treat further and further away from his nose. Eventually, you will not even need a treat to guide him or to reinforce the behavior, although I recommend that you always praise your dog for good behavior and occasionally surprise them with a treat. Like humans, dogs also like to be acknowledged for their good work and rewarded for a job well done. Once unwanted jumping is a thing of the past, you can always teach your dog how to jump and give hugs on command, which can be a topic for a future article. Remember, when teaching your dog something new, keep training sessions short and always end on a happy note. Also, remember that consistency is critical; failure to be completely consistent will only confuse your dog and possibly lead to undesirable behaviors and an unhappy pooch. If done correctly, learning is fun and a great way for the entire family to work as a team and meet new people!

touching up on chinchillas did you know... ? -Chinchillas are native to the Andes Mountains in South America. -The average lifespan of the Chinchilla is 15 years, and occasionally, 20 years.

-Dust baths are a necessity to keep a Chinchilla's fur in tip-top shape. -Chinchillas were hunted to near extinction for their luxurious coat.

-Chinchillas are not able to sweat and instead, dissipate heat by routing blood to their large rounded ears. -The softest fur in the world belongs to the Chinchilla. -The name Chinchilla comes from a South American Indian tribe which means “Little Chinta”. -In the wild, Chinchillas live in social groups which contain around 100 individuals. -Chinchillas are crepuscular, which means they are mostly active around dawn and dusk.

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Paws for a Cause Dog Walk & Festival On September 22, the Peninsula SPCA hosted the Paws for a Cause Dog Walk, 5K Run & Festival at the Mariners' Museum Park in Newport News. Animal lovers came out of the woodwork to show support of the homeless animals in need at the Peninsula SPCA. The event took place from noon to 4pm and presented an array of several animalrelated vendors, animal rescues, canine games, music, food, Police K9 demonstrations, a tail wagging contest, dog kissing contest, best costume contest, and even a couple rounds of zumba! All preregistrants for the 5K received an exclusive event T-shirt, a goody bag, and a fundraising web page where they could form a team to raise money for the shelter. Photography and Story by: Amber Barrack The mission of the Peninsula SPCA is to advocate and provide for the humane care and welfare of animals.

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I am a Prapso Shih Tzu puppy and the ambassador of Prapso Everywhere. So many breeders think they should be ashamed of these types of puppies. They use to throw me away and even kill me to keep the secret. I am here to educate and stomp out the shame. We are completely healthy, smarter, and considered a non-grooming Shih Tzu. Please come and learn about me and others like me at: www.facebook.com/PrincessBrin 18 The Furry Cookie | Nov/Dec 2013

10 Things You Need to Know Before Adopting a Bird by Monica Engebretson 1) Birds are not domesticated animals. Domestic animals are animals that have been bred for hundreds of years to live in the care of humans and are distinct from their wild ancestors. Birds commonly kept as pets are no different than their wild relatives they are the native species of other countries.

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2) Chlamydiosis (psittacosis) and avian tuberculosis can be transmitted through the air from birds to humans. These diseases can cause significant illness, especially for people with compromised immune systems. Birds also continually shed "feather dust" - particles of feathers, which may aggravate asthma in some people. Many homes with pet birds have HEPA-type air filters in rooms with birds to control allergies from bird dander. 3) Parrots, including lovebirds, parakeets, and cockatiels, are noisy and messy, and can be destructive. Vocalizing (squawking, chirping, talking) is an important part of any parrot's social communication. Birds eat continually throughout the day, dropping and discarding bits of food everywhere. Birds are instinctively programmed to chew and shred wood, whether it is a perch, toy, picture frame, or furniture. Birds will also chew electrical cords, paper, and curtains. 4) All parrots have long life spans. Depending on species, they may live 20 to 50 years or more. Caring for a bird is often a life-long responsibility.

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5) Parrots are extremely social animals, and have been compared to human toddlers in the needs of their emotional and social lives but, unlike children, they never grow up. 6) Birds are active and inquisitive and must be provided with ample room to move about and play. An indoor or sheltered outdoor aviary or a flight safe room (windows covered, no cats/dogs, no ceiling fans, etc.) that will allow the bird(s) to fly is good for exercise. Birds with clipped wings can get exercise by climbing, swinging, and flapping, if provided with ample space, toys, and climbing structures. 7) All birds need a varied diet, not just seeds or pellets, but grains, beans, fruits and vegetables too. 8) Light exposure and sleep are very important to birds. Birds need at least 4 hours exposure to UVA and UVB rays from sunlight or fullspectrum lighting to provide them with vitamin D, which promotes vitamin A absorption, critical for upper respiratory health. Birds must have a minimum of 10 hours of sleep each night. 9) Birds are very sensitive to air quality. Unlike humans, a bird replaces nearly all the air in its lungs with each breath. Because no residual air is left in the lungs during the ventilation cycle of birds, they transfer more oxygen and more pollutants during each breath. Birds should never be exposed to tobacco smoke, chemical fumes (hairspray, cleaners, etc.), or Teflon coated materials. Exposure to some toxic inhalants can cause immediate death; chronic exposure to other toxic can lead to premature death. 10) Birds need veterinary care from a veterinarian that specializes in birds. Proper vet care for birds can be expensive. Your vet will probably recommend a complete examination and diagnostic tests when you first acquire your bird; in addition, she/he will probably recommend annual well-bird examinations. Smaller birds require the same vet care and regular examinations.

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HISTORY

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an old breed with its origin tracing all the way back to 1107 A.D. According to the American Kennel Club, around that time, the direct ancestors of the breed were brought across the English Channel from the modern-day Netherlands. Flemish weavers were brought from Europe to Wales by King Henry I. Here, they settled and began breeding dogs to suit the lifestyle of the people of Wales. When the weavers began farming, the dogs were then used to herd cattle, gather flock, and guard their homestead. But, there are two other theories of the breed’s origin- it is also said that the Pembroke Welsh Corgi descends from the Swedish Vallhund, which were brought to Wales in the 800s by the Vikings. The other theory is that the breed descends from the Cardigan Welsh Corgi, brought to Wales by the invasion of the Celts around 1200 B.C. Legend also has it that the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is the “enchanted” dog of the Fay and were used by elves and fairies to serve as steeds for their warriors!

Place of Origin: Wales Family: Livestock, Herding Original Purpose: Cattle Driving Today's Purpose: Cattle Driving, Herding Life Span: 12 – 14 years Temperament: Very loyal, highly intelligent, protective, very good with children, extremely affectionate, active, and willing to please. Height:

Males- 25 to 30 pounds Females- 24 to 28 pounds Weight: Males- 10 to 12 inches Females- 10 to 12 inches

Energy: 4 Playfulness: 5 Affection: 5 Exercise Requirements: 4 Dog-Friendly: 3 Stranger-Friendly: 3 Watchdog Ability: 5 Cold Tolerance: 4 Heat Tolerance: 2 Grooming Requirements: 3 Shedding Level: 5 Ease of Training: 3 20 The Furry Cookie | Nov/Dec 2013

Colors: Red, sable, black and tan with or without white markings, and fawn. Health Concerns Easily gains weight, prone to PRA, glaucoma, epilepsy, CHD, and back disorders such as intervertebral disc disease.

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Olde TOwne Fall Crawl

On October 5, the streets of Olde Towne Portsmouth filled up with patrons from all over the Hampton Roads area in support of the Portsmouth Humane Society in the seventh annual Olde Town Fall Crawl. Nine of the Olde Towne restaurants warmly welcomed registered event participants who received a map of all charity pub crawl locations, a wristband for discount specials, a souvenir cup, a shot glass, an event T-shirt and free entry to the closing ceremony. All proceeds from the Olde Towne Fall Crawl went to the Portsmouth Humane Society. To learn more about Ghent Bar Tours and their mission, visit www.ghentbartours. org. Photography by: Ghent Bar Tours

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Adopt An Animal, Save A Life Tonka

this 3-year-old neutered male, Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mix, is a handsome guy who knows some basic commands and is crate-trained. He is heartworm positive, but his treatment has been paid for by a generous donor. Come meet him at the VBSPCA today!

Zoey this 9-month-old, spayed female Hound Mix, loves to run, play, and knows some basic commands. She eats a special food called DMR per our veterinarian’s suggestions, and is feeling really good these days. Come meet Zoey at the VBSPCA today!

Ace this 9-year-old neutered male, DSH mix, loves chasing laser lights and enjoys the company of other cats and children as well! Come meet sweet Ace at the VBSPCA today!

Clarissa this 5-year-old, spayed female, DSH mix, was rescued from a property overrun with cats, but she absolutely loves people and her furry friend, Dr. Frankenfurter—they would love to go home together! Come meet Clarissa and Dr. Frank at the VBSPCA today!!

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Stellaluna

I am a little shy and looking for a great family to help me come out of my shell. When I feel safe and comfortable, I have an exciting, fun-loving side. I love playing with other dogs! Please give me a chance to get to know you so that we can be best friends!

Matthew I’m the coolest 2-yearold kid around! If I were a human, I’d be the all-star football player and voted best smile. I love all people and I also love other dogs. My style of play can be rough and rowdy, so I would do best with adults and larger dogs. If you’re looking for a loving, outgoing, active, tailwagging pup then I’m YOUR boy!

Shasta

I am the sweet, motherly type because I love helping with babies that come to the shelter. I also love others- cats, kids, adults and even those of the canine persuasion. I even enjoy visiting with the resident rabbits. I’m only 5½ years old so I still have LOTS of love to give.

Snow White I’m a 3-year-old girl who is looking for my fairy tale ending. Do you know a Prince Charming to send my way? If so, my sister Cinderella is here too!

Mrs. Kitty Mrs. Kitty, you’re so pretty. In a home since you were ittybitty, there’s someone new for you in this great big city. You’ve loved our rhyming ditty; stop on down and adopt this wonderful kitty.

Depp Soul patch- check Eye patch- check Trendsetter- check Cool and confidentcheck Still waiting for a home of my owncheck I’m Depp, the coolest cat in town.

Forrest

I’m Forrest and I seemed to have misplaced my leg! Not to worry, these three remaining legs are all working just fine for me. I don’t know the difference and neither will you!

CJ We like big buns and we cannot lie! Those other critters can’t deny... when a bun thumps in, with a plus-sized waist, and a carrot in his mushy face... bunny got back!

To adopt or for more information on To adopt or for more information on the animals above please contact: the animals above please contact: Norfolk SPCA Norfolk Animal Care and 757.622.3319 Adoption Center www.norfolkspca.com 757.441.5505 www.norfolk.gov

Adopt An Animal, Save A Life Luethanna Hi, I’m Luethanna. I have been at the shelter for a while and no one knows why. I promise I’m a good dog! Will you help me find my forever home?

Kaitlin “Woof,” exclaims Kaitlin, a 1-year-old Boxer mix. Kaitlin is an energetic pup who can’t wait to find an active, loving family!

Lizzie

Lizzie is a 2-year-old young and energetic female Pit Bull! She would love to help an active family tire out their young children. Plus, she already knows “sit” and “shake”!

Orion Orion is a 6-month-old playful Lab mix who is ready to go home! He likes other dogs but can be a little shy at first with new people. He needs a special, patient family.

Pepper Hi, I’m Pepper! I am not as spicy as my name but let me warm up to you and we will be best friends. Come visit me at the Peninsula SPCA!

Samantha “Meow,” purrs Samantha. My sophisticated and sweet name matches my personality. I am excited to find my forever home!

To adopt or for more information on the animals above please contact: Peninsula SPCA 757.595.1399 www.peninsulaspca.com

Lantern

Lantern is a 12-year-old Rat Terrier mix who has a few special needs (who doesn’t?). She is a super sweet girl who just wants a lap to call her own!

Taiwan Taiwan is a 1 ½-yearold Siamese cat with beautiful blue eyes and champagne-colored fur. She is a great mix of aloof and loving- the perfect house cat!

Lick-a-Rish Lick-a-Rish is a 2-year-old, neutered, male kitty with a super sleek black coat and beautiful green eyes. He has been at the shelter since June. He is friendly, playful and comical. Come meet him today!

Pink Pink is a 5-year-old itty bitty pittie who weighs 35 lbs., knows basic commands, is good on a leash and house-trained. She’s great with kids and tolerant of tutus! No ballet slippers though, please!

Charlie

This 5-year-old, handsome fella is neutered, weighs 12 lbs., loves people and is good with other cats. Charlie’s look seems to say, “Wouldn’t your life be more fulfilled if you took time to scratch my head?”

Velvet Velvet is a soft, black male rabbit that has been at the shelter since May. He appears to be litter-trained and is great for older kids to handle. Do you have veggies and love to give?

To adopt or for more information on the animals shown above, please To adopt or for more information on contact Virginia Beach Animal Care and the animals above please contact: Adoption Center

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Mid-Atlantic Weimaraner Rescue Walking into Thee Dog House, home of Mid-Atlantic Weimaraner Rescue, could change one's view of a dog rescue. At any point in the day, about a dozen silky gray dogs can be seen lounging on couches, walking around the offices, perched on their Dock Dogs dock enjoying the breeze or laying at their temporary guardian's feet. Dan Stallings began Mid-Atlantic Weimaraner Rescue shortly after establishing Thee Dog House, a boarding, training and doggie daycare facility, in 2007. Inspired after rescuing his first weimaraner, Lexi, he founded the rescue to fulfill a need for a weimaraner rescue on this part of the East Coast. From the beginning, Mid-Atlantic Weimaraner Rescue has not been a nonprofit, privately funded through money from Thee Dog House and even Stallings' own wallet. “Someone told me once that this isn't a real rescue, I guess because we're not a non-profit,” says Stallings. However, the proof of the rescuing is in the dogs. All of the rescues live at the business and employees of Thee Dog House take care of them on a strict schedule. The canines receive doggie daycare each day so that potential adopters are bringing a dog into their home who has been on a habitual schedule and has received training. “The one thing we recognize with this breed is that they are not getting enough exercise, “ says Stallings, “I have yet to receive one that is well trained. Here, they get exercise and training so that they can get adopted.” Stallings often takes in difficult cases from other weimaraner rescues. Since the founding of Mid-Atlantic Weimaraner Rescue, Stallings has worked to train and adopt out many dogs from Rescue of the South, a rescue that uses foster homes and boarding facilities. Stallings' rescue is no kill and he rarely says no, even occasionally taking in a dog of another breed.

Lilly is Stallings' favorite adoption story. He took Lilly in when she was severely emaciated with an unknown skin condition on her hips. The kennel she has been boarding in claimed to be unaware of her physical condition and it took almost a year for Lilly to be healthy enough for adoption. Luckily, Lilly was in great mental shape and took to her new surroundings in Thee Dog House. With Stallings' time, care and investment, Lilly eventually found her forever home becoming a success story and the “poster dog” for Mid-Atlantic Weimaraner Rescue. Each dog gets veterinary care from a private veterinary facility and eats the same food as Stallings' personal dogs. In fact, it is difficult to tell his dogs and the rescues apart since they are all treated equal when staying at Thee Dog House. This rescue strives to be a 24 The Furry Cookie | Nov/Dec 2013

consistent, home-like environment where the weimaraners are set up to succeed and therefore be adopted. Potential adopters must submit two letters of recommendation- one from a neighbor and one from a veterinarian- in order to be considered as guardians. They must also go through an interview process and a possible home check. No first-time dog owners either, as this breed is established as being high-energy with a higher than average desire to be with their owner. Stallings advises that “any weimaraner owner should have a lifestyle that heavily includes their dog.” “My biggest fear is that they will end up back here or in another rescue. They can always come back here. It is in the contract,” says Stallings. That is why every dog adopted from Mid-Atlantic Weimaraner Rescue is adopted out with a GPS collar around their neck for the first thirty days they are living at their new residence. Stallings explained that this first period of time is the most crucial and that many of the dogs have known the best days of their lives while living at Thee Dog House. They may be stressed or confused at their new surroundings and try to run away from their new home. In that case, the GPS unit helps to reunite the dog with their new families. Candice Patchen, a client of Thee Dog House, shared, “to take these broken dogs that no one wants and to train them- it's just an amazing thing.” Patchen, a new resident of Virginia Beach, was referred to Thee Dog House by a co-worker. “When I met Dan I was so impressed. Not only is he helping these dogs but he uses them to help others like underprivileged kids.” Patchen refers to Stallings' most famous rescue, Maverick and his trip to visit a group of underprivileged third graders last year in Tennessee. Maverick is featured in Stallings' book, “One Unforgettable Journey,” that chronicles both the meeting between him and Maverick, and how Maverick went from a Craigslist listing to the famous underdog at Westminster in 2012. Stallings donated copies of the book to the class and the children were able to read to Maverick. Therapy is not the only work some of the rescues do. Most of the rescued weimaraners are trained to become bed bug detection dogs and also clear nuisance geese from property. Stallings also operates Maverick Detection Services (the largest independently owned bed bug detection business in the nation) and Avian Management Authority, which train and utilize the rescues. “Find something your dog likes to do and watch,” Stallings says. While it is clear the dogs love the work by the success of the businesses, these working dogs are up for adoption as well. For the sixth year in a row, Mid-Atlantic Weimaraner rescue is having their Home for the Holidays program, where if a dog- working or not- is adopted in December and signed up for training by the end of the year, the dog will get free daycare for life. The reason behind this generous gift is the same reason behind all of the work, care, time and money Dan Stallings puts into his rescue: “The reason is because it works for everyone. The dogs aren't crated. They stay out of trouble. It keeps up with obedience and we get a new training client. The dog gets a home.”

In Memory... Edgar

We adopted Edgar when he was 10-yearsold. My dad had died and I was getting ready to turn mom’s world upside down and move her from her home of 40 years (after losing her husband of almost 50 years) and the town she had lived in for her entire 75 years to a home near where I was stationed with the Air Force in Newport News- four hours from her friends and family. I was extremely conscious of every decision I made concerning her move knowing that she was giving up everything to come with me. I called her one day to chitchat and she proceeded to tell me about how my cousin was fostering a sickly little dog. He was anemic, needed blood transfusions and had chronic gum infections. They would go for rides and take this little dog everywhere. She got really quiet at the end of the conversation and then blurted out “can I bring Edgar?” She then proceeded to tell me how she would take care of him. I felt like a mom being given the sales pitch for a puppy. I knew I would be the caregiver because she was in a wheelchair. The clincher came when she said “he’s old and I am old.” How can you fight that argument? I applied to adopt Edgar. Mom put everything into that little dog and he bloomed under our care. He was her baby and I believe that without Edgar, she would not have lived to almost 84 years. Edgar gave her focus after my dad died and he made her transition to Virginia so much easier. When he had a medical crisis, I would rush him to the vet and the vet would say “I know, your mom’s dog- do whatever it takes to make him better.” In 2009, I took a military assignment to Maryland to take mom home to be near family. Edgar packed up in the car with two

other dogs and the cat for another adventure. Every time he would have a medical crisis, mom was devastated and I would rush him off to the vet. Last March, mom passed away but before she passed away, I held her hand and promised her that I would take care of her Edgar and I did, but he started to fade after mom passed away. I was at work during the day and he developed some symptoms of dementia where he would bark and cry. I continued to take him to the vet where my wonderful vet tried different treatments for him. In July, the military moved me back to Virginia where this time I brought my menagerie of two horses, three dogs and a cat for another assignment. Two weeks after arriving, it was obvious that all the transitions of the past few months were very difficult on Edgar. He slept all day and barked all night even with a change of medicine, and he was not doing well physically. I called his vet in Maryland and talked to him in depth and made the decision to drive him four hours back to Maryland to the vet who had loved him and cared for him the last four years of his life. It was the hardest drive of my life, holding him in my lap and stopping every few hours to let him run in some green grass. I felt like I let my mother down but the doctor held my sister, who met me there, and my hands and told me it was time... that I had done everything and more. He was 17 years old and I miss him more than any dog I have ever lost.

Sadie

Ollie Bud Love and miss you my Punkin Pie! Born Thanksgiving Day 11-26-98. Crossed the rainbow bridge 09-11-13.

Johnny B Good In loving memory of Sadie and all the other angel furbabies. We love and miss you all dearly. -The Williams family

King and Tasha

Clarise You will be deeply missed by our whole family. We love you pretty girl!

You were our children. We love you!! We miss you both every day!!

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The Cranberries Taste Like Cranberries!

Autumn is here and the tastes and sweet aromas of the season are coming with it! Let your furry loved ones in on the traditions of the holidays with treats that are themed for the occasion and feature wholesome ingredients that not only taste delicious for your dog, but will benefit them nutritionally as well. My business partner, Kim Stites, and myself, own and operate Give. Treat.Love, “Give your Dog a Treat, Love a Dog in Need.” We are an organic, meat and dairy-free dog treat company whose focus is on making nutritious treats that not only benefit your dog, but also give back with every purchase made. For every five bags of treats we sell, we then donate a bag back to a local animal rescue in Hampton Roads. We are also striving to be one of Virginia’s greenest companies using local ingredients whenever possible as well as using compost-friendly and recyclable materials in all of our packaging. Here are some festive, fun and easy recipes that will benefit pooch all while keeping the theme of autumn in the air of your house while baking a treat that your dog will devour! Our highlighted ingredient is cranberry! Cranberries are not only festive and a real treat during this time of year, but they are also extremely beneficial for your

dog. Adding cranberry to your dogs diet will help improve pooch’s urinary tract health, along with giving them Vitamins A, B1, B2, C and many other nutrients as well. Keep in mind that cranberries should complement your veterinary care, not replace it. When using cranberries in treats for your loved one, make sure that you check the ingredients (especially in juice) to make sure there are no additives, unnatural flavors, or added sugar. Another wholesome and festive part of this treat is the use of pumpkin and/or butternut squash. We love using these ingredients in our treats for our company as well, because of their benefit to your dogs health. The squash family is full of potassium for your dogs kidneys and also fiber for the digestive tract along with vitamins A and C. The use of coconut oil is great for your dogs skin, fur and naturally fights against many troublesome parasites. Lastly, cinnamon in small doses, has shown in recent clinical studies to have anticancer and antibacterial benefits. The Cranberry Pumpkin recipe will not only delight your pooch but will fill your senses. Your house will smell delicious and you just might be tempted to eat a dog treat!

Cranberry Pumpkin Fall Treat!

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¼ cup organic dried cranberries ½ cup cooked organic pumpkin, or as an alternative organic butternut squash 3 ½- 4 cups organic wheat flour or organic almond flour 1 cup water 2 tbsp organic coconut oil 1 tsp organic cinnamon

½ cup whole cranberries ½ cup organic chopped apple 2 cups organic wheat flour 1 cup organic oats 1 ¼ cup water 2 tbsp organic coconut oil

Directions: Preheat your oven to 350. In a blender mix, cranberry, pumpkin or squash, water and coconut oil together until it is mixed thoroughly. In a separate bowl, mix 3 cups flour together with the cinnamon. Pour the liquid ingredients into a mixer with the dough hook attachment and slowly add your blended cinnamon flour. After the blended flour is mixed thoroughly with the liquid ingredients, continue to add more flour, if needed, until it is of a dough consistency. Remove dough from bowl, knead the dough for a minute and then roll it out and cut into desired festive cookie shapes. Bake for 23 minutes on a non-greased cookie tray, take out and let cool for 15-20 minutes and serve to all your canine friends. Refrigerate your leftovers!

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Directions: Preheat your oven to 350. In a blender, mix cranberry, apple, coconut oil, and water together, blend thoroughly. Take contents from blender and pour into mixer with dough hook attachment. Combine the oats and flour together. Slowly mix the dry ingredients to the liquid ingredients until you have a dough consistency. Remove from bowl, and knead dough for a minute and then roll it out and cut into desired festive cookie shapes. Put cookies on a non greased cookie sheet in the oven for 23 minutes. Let cool and hand out to your furry loved ones as a treat! Refrigerate your leftovers to maintain freshness. Recipes by:

There’s No Place Like Home! Story by: Randy Helpinstill

Photography by: Peninsula Pet Pantry

How would you feel if you lost your job or suffered from a major health issue that would change your life as you know it today? You would have some very hard decisions to make and these types of changes can and do affect the whole family. The Peninsula Pet Pantry has heard more heart wrenching stories from local families who have hit rock bottom trying to make ends meet, only to eventually decide that something or worse, someone has to give. At this crossroad, many families feel that surrendering their beloved Fifi

or Fido to a local shelter in order to save on the cost of one more mouth to feed is the only option left. For many, their cat, dog, bird, or rabbit may be the only ‘good’ thing they have going in their lives. Would you be able to give up your pet in times of economic crisis? The Peninsula Pet Pantry was founded just three years ago to help less fortunate families living in the Peninsula area with supplies to keep their pets at home. Pet food, supplies, flea and tick preventative, and urgent vet care bill relief are the main focus of the Peninsula Pet Pantry, along with the coordination of services with other animal groups and care resources. The Pantry is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that relies solely on donations from the community to fund these core services. It is made up of caring, compassionate volunteers who assist with pickup, transfer, and distribution of supplies to families. To date, we have distributed over $90,000 in aid to qualifying families- that’s over 45,000 pounds of food! Unfortunately, the Pantry struggles each and every day to meet the escalating demand. As the Peninsula Pet Pantry has grown it has become abundantly clear that the need for affordable vet care is a necessity for which there are virtually no resources to access. Some people can manage to feed their pets, but the cost of unexpected emergency or urgent medical essentials crop up and can be so high that they are out of reach for many households to manage. The Pantry has provided helped with some emergency cases when possible. Each week we receive calls for help in this area. These cases in particular show just how dramatic situations can be: Isis (a dog) was shot in her house while sleeping in the middle of the night; Kirra (another dog) was attacked by a dog at the dog park and suffered spinal injuries; Midnight, a young kitten found in the woods with a broken front leg and damaged back legs, but manages to drag herself to the caretaker to lay at her feet. A hit and run victim, the list goes on… the Peninsula Pet Pantry has also helped clients to euthanize their pet, lifting the burden of watching their pet needlessly suffer, but struggles as it has very limited funds for vet bill relief. It is a primary focus of this year and the next to raise awareness of this service that falls through the cracks. The Pantry is proud to partner with other local area groups dedicated to the improvement of animal welfare, including: Petco, Care-A-Lot Pet Supply, The Pet Castle, Operation Catsnip, The Peninsula SPCA, Animal Aid Society, The Cat Corner, and Newport News Animal Services. We have also been fortunate enough to have the support of schools, churches, Girl Scouts, private donors, and local businesses who have either hosted food drives on the behalf of the Pantry or have provided assistance in order for us to administer our services. While the Pantry loves the slogan “There’s No Place Like Home” in reference to pets, the organization does not have a home to call its own and is dependent on the generosity of Olivet Christian Church, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Grove Christian Outreach Center, and The Pet Castle for storage space. More info can be found at our website www.peninsulapetpantry.org, which lists donations sites, distribution schedules, and other referral low cost services, such as shots, spaying and neutering services. Also check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ peninsulapetpantry for current events, commentary, and more!

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East Coast Bully Bash The first ever East Coast Bully Bash was held September 28 at Virginia Beach KOA. It boasted around 250 people spectating at the show as well as 130 dogs. The event was hosted by the president of the East Coast Bulldogge Club and owner of Beach BullDogges Kennel, Chuck Coffey, with help from his wife Mary, family and friends. The show was made up of three confirmation shows- a weight pull, and even a costume contest which had â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jr. Judges.â&#x20AC;? The East Coast Bully Bash had a total of 17 vendors, and even had Surf Side Grill to provide food for the entire family. Contestants and spectators came from all over the east coast. The East Coast Bulldogge Club plans to host Nationals for the International Olde English Bulldogge Association in the fall of 2014. Story by: Sarah Coffey | Photography by: Catherine Peck

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Hypovitaminosis A is a frequent problem in captive turtles, caused by inadequate dietary intake of vitamin A. The vitamin is as essential to turtles as it is to humans. If it’s missing from her diet, your turtle can develop swollen eyes or even blindness, very painful peeling skin, ulcers, runny nose and eyes, and respiratory problems. Various brands of vitamin drops for turtles are available in pet stores and online, but prevention is the best cure. Preventing Vitamin A Deficiency To prevent vitamin A deficiency, it is important to feed your pet turtle dark leafy greens, carrots, squash, and aquatic plants. Commercial turtle pellets are formulated with adequate vitamin A, but you must take care to store the

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pellets properly to prevent loss of essential vitamins and minerals. Zoo Med Zoo Med Repti Turtle Eye Drops is a gentle and effective formula that softens encrusted eyes, and removes dirt and organic material. Ingredients include an isotonic saline solution, solubilizing hydrotrope, vitamin A palmitate in an oil base, and cyanocobalmin (vitamin B12). One to two drops per eye each day should be used to relieve swollen eyes and

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Riding for Ray Fundraiser When I first met Ray Norman in 2003, it was at a cattle sorting at Ed Adamson’s house in Va. Beach, VA. I knew right then that Ray was a real horseman from watching him ride to how he was so helpful with the other riders. Ray helped everyone at the sorting introduce their horses to cows and gave everyone riding tips and instruction through-out the day. He was amazing to watch. I was living in Va. Beach at the time and had a farm in Creeds area. My friends and I hauled to Ray’s farm in Suffolk two times a week taking lessons on our own horses. It was worth the 150 mile round trip each time when went. When a property across the street went up for sale I knew it was meant to be so I bought it. It was wonderful to be able to take lessons and absorb all the information that Ray had to offer from running a farm to helping me become a much better rider. Ray and his family basically adopted me and we all became very close like family. Through the years I have watched Ray train many horses. His expertise is tremendous when it comes to helping and training horses and their riders. Ray hosted sortings at his farm, clinics at Martin Community and daily he worked with riders and their horses. It was truly amazing to watch unruly or problematic horses come in and watch the metamorphosis they underwent becoming a better horse behavior wise and under saddle.

cross between Clinton Anderson, Chris Cox and Craig Cameron. It is like having all three of them working with them due to all the knowledge he possesses. Ray’s knowledge comes from his constant desire to learn as much as he can from others and it is this knowledge he shares with everyone. He has such a natural ability as a clinician that makes his style of teaching contagious and fun. He doesn’t just instruct he teaches the psychology of the horse and horse behaviors based on herd instincts. Ray excels in seeing things that can be potential problems with horses and their owners and provides common sense remedies.

Through the years I have referred many people to Ray to help them and all have been so thankful at the successes they have accomplished since working with Ray. When I refer Ray to people I always tell them he is a wonderful trainer and a Ray works with each horse and owner to bring out their natural abilities in a make sense presentation that can be easily understood. Whatever the discipline Ray has helped many train their horses to be soft and supple, isolate various parts of their body to move independently, encouraged horses to lope/canter on a loose rein, making their horse more willing, dependable and responsive with stopping, backing and leg yield responsive. Ray always taught me the key to riding is learning the correct timing and when to apply or release pressure for a more responsive and relaxed horse. 30 The Furry Cookie | Nov/Dec 2013

It is really funny and I hope I explain it well enough. Ray will explain things as he teaches with what I call “Rayisms”. A perfect example I remember is him describing about how if you are driving your car and the brakes don’t work in the yard you wouldn’t take it out on the road or out on the highway. Well he explains it is the same with horses and riding. If you can’t control your horse in the ring you wouldn’t take it out on the trail or in a giant field. Another “Rayism”, he explains that you need to put your foot in the stirrups correctly because you wouldn’t drive your car with your foot hanging out and your door open. I know there are so many other “Rayisms” and I would love to have a list to write them all down and I know there are so many stories people have about Ray that I wish they would share because he has touched so many people with his gift or training horses and people.

When I found out Ray was diagnosed with cancer I knew I wanted to do something to help him and his family. Since Ray’s passion is sorting I thought it was the best thing to do for a fundraiser. So my co-chair, Adrian Manning and I put this event in motion. The Riding for Ray event was a huge success because of all the sponsors, donations, volunteers in our horse community that came together to support such a great man. Many have asked if we will make this an annual event. My answer to that is it is possible as long as we have enough community support and volunteers to work the event. Thank you to everyone who came out and supported Riding for Ray, The event was a huge success and surpassed our expectations earning over $8000. Without the many volunteers that actually helped with the event the day of we couldn’t have

done it without you. From the volunteers that helped with set up, bake sale, food prep and serving, selling tickets, raffles, koozies, and wrist bands. Thank you to the ladies that brought much needed tables and canopies for shade. Thank you to Dignified Cowgirls for selling their hoodies to help raise money for the event also. Thanks to all the raffle and event sponsors. Thanks to all the volunteers that helped with the sorting portion making it a success. Thanks to Amy Moro and others for helping Jennifer Putz as secretary on the sorting end. Thank you to Terry Temple and Lisa Wallace for announcing helping it run swiftly and smoothly. Thank you also to everyone that helped switch cattle and operate the gate. Thanks to Tommy Bishop for bringing more cattle. Special thanks to Justin and Jennifer Putz with Breeze N Farms for hosting this great event because it was a great amount of work getting ready and putting it on.

Thanks to the clean-up crew that came to my aide at the end that made it easy and fast even in the dark. Thank you to John Westbrook for donating his time to play his great music. Thank you the Bryan Buck for donating the hog. Thanks to Johnny and Karen Barnes who cooked the hog in the 95F heat it was beastly out. Thanks to all who donated food, waters, baked goods and all the other items we needed for the event. I also want to thank my husband Shawn who took care of our farm and animals while I worked 10 hour days for the last three weeks putting the event together and who worked hard at the event. Thank you to Betty Jo Smith for allowing us to use her gator is was so handy. I want to especially thank my co-chair, Adrian Manning for assisting, putting up with me and keeping me sane. Also the event volunteers that worked side by side with me and I couldn’t have pulled it off with-out them: Kim Kelly, Estelle Straley, Felicia Roche, Carey Faivre, Jen Pack, Rachel Covington, Shari Cutchin, Mike and Stephanie Sieradski. THANK YOU TO ALL and I hope I didn’t forget anyone. Photography by: Danielle Calore with Dignified Cowgirls Story by: Michele DeVinney Schmoll, Chairperson Riding for Ray Fundraiser

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Second Annual

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Picnic and Wine Tasting Photography and Story by: Linda J. Vetter

The owners of M & M Hospitality Group, River Stone Chophouse and Vintage Tavern sponsored the Second Annual Passion for Paws- an annual outdoor picnic and wine tasting that benefited the Suffolk Humane Society. This family and dog-friendly event was held September 8 at the River Stone Chophouse located at 8032 Harbour View Boulevard In Suffolk and featured tasty picnic food, live music, a dog costume contest, children's activities, vendors, rescue groups, a silent auction, wine tasting and a wine auction. The sunny skies and warm temperatures ensured a great turnout and four puppies found their new forever homes!

5th Annual Dogs Gone Swimming Norfolk Fitness and Wellness Center decided to share their pool with over 300 water-loving canines Saturday, September 14 before draining the pool for the season! Over $13,000 was raised at the 2013 event- 44 spay/neuters were provided, 64 rabies and other vaccines were given, and 9 Norfolk dog licenses were sold. All funds raised went to Norfolk Animal Care and Adoption Center programs including Golden Paws for senior animals,foster care, subsidized adoptions and spay/neuters and volunteer programs. Photography by: The Friends of Norfolk Animal Care and Adoption Center

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