Phoenix Dog Magazine November/December 2019

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Main Story

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The Leader of the Pack Howls K9 Beat: Avondale Police Department K9 Unit Dog Adoptions Business Spotlight: VCA Dogs That Help: Mutts On A Mission Trainer Tips: Preparation, Practice and Attitude Volunteer Tales: ‘Tails’ From the Shelter: Running With Dogs!

Take a Hike!: McDowell Mountain Regional Park Adoptable Hiking Dogs Kitty Korner: Newborn Kitten Rescue Cat Adoptions Horsin’ Around: English Youth Equine Sports and Programs Animal Rescue Kids & Animals: GrandPaws Pantry Sports: Crazy Train Flyball Team Health: Laser for Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Critter: Ironwood Pig Sanctuary

Special Features Never Give Up

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Lost Our Home Pet Rescue: Helping People Help Their Best Friends

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Helping People Help Their Best Friends

Take a Hike!: McDowell Mountain Regional Park

26 Kitty Korner: Newborn Kitten Rescue

Important Information

Duchess needed medical help when she came to Lost Our Home Pet Rescue.

When she recovers from the ear surgery, her foster family plans to adopt her!

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6 Calendar of Events 24 Market Place 32 Animal Rescue & Adoption Groups 33 Pet Directory: Pet Related Services 41 Pet Emergency Resource Information 42 Dog Parks 43 Advertisers Index

Sports: Crazy Train Flyball Team

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The Leader of the Pack howls!

Welcome to the Holiday Season!

We wish you and your pets the best this holiday season. We are grateful to share some special pet community stories with you this issue.

Lost Our Home Rescue is featured in our cover story. What began as help for a specific gap in the rescue system has grown into a community organization that services animals and people in many of the life changing gaps that pet owners are faced with.

The weather is great, and taking yourself and your dogs out is good for everyone. Our hike story is a beautiful, easy hike in the north Scottsdale area, perfect for most out of town guests too!

The Volunteer story is geared for the runners out there, run with a shelter dog!

Our Cool Products section reviews products our editorial team believes you will like. In this issue we feature some small dog products, they are clever and great for gift giving!

The holidays can be a challenge for some as we go through life. Our Special Feature shares a story of courage and determination, and will hopefully inspire those who are in need.

Roxie wants to remind everyone that the holidays can be risky for pets. Many of our foods, decorations and activities present risks for our four-legged friends. We have safety tips in this issue, and on our website as well. Please talk about it to help increase awareness with pet owners!

Welcome new Advertisers!!!

The PDM is very excited to have big changes in the works that will help us to reach even more pet parents in the community.

Our goal is to help people enjoy their pet relationships even more, which improves life for all, and help more pets get adopted. You’ll hear more about it in the coming months!

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Happy holidays to you and all your furry friends!

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CALENDAR The PDM Facebook Events Page has the expanded social calendar!

Ongoing Adoptions AZ Small Dog Rescue Every Sat, 10:30-3:30 pm PetCo at Tatum & Bell Phoenix azsmalldog.org

America’s Freedom Paws Every Sat, 10-1 pm PetSmart 9960 N 91st Ave Peoria americasfreedompaws.com

SNIFF 2018 AZ Pet Project Thurs, Nov 7, 6-8 pm The Clayton House Scottsdale Tickets: azpetproject.org/events

Adoption Events

Saving Paws Rescue Arizona Sparky’s 3rd Annual Rally for the Rescue Sat, Nov 9, 2-6 pm Buffalo Chip Saloon & Steakhouse Cave Creek savingpawsrescueaz. org/event

AZ Small Dog Rescue Every Sat, 11-3 pm PetSmart at Tatum & Shea Phoenix azsmalldog.org

PACC911 & All Saints’ Episcopal Church Sat, Nov 2, 10-3 pm 6300 N Central Ave Phoenix

AZ Small Dog Rescue Every Sun, 11-3 pm PetSmart at Bell & Grand Surprise azsmalldog.org

PACC911 Adoptathon Sat, Nov 23, 10-3 pm PetSmart at 90th St & Shea Scottsdale

Aussie Lethal White Rescue Every 2nd & 3rd Sat, 9-2 pm Momma’s Organic Market 9744 W Northern Peoria amazingaussies.org

PACC911 Adoptathon Sat, Dec 7, 10-3 pm Aviano Community Center Phoenix

AZK9 Adoptions Every Sun, 12-3 pm Choice Pet Market 20028 N 67th Ave Glendale azk9.org Greyhound Pets of AZ Every 2nd Sat, 10-12 pm Pet Food Depot 17645 N Cave Creek Rd Phoenix gpa-az.com One Dog Arizona Rescue Every other Sun, 11-4 pm Choice Pet Market 2915 W Ray Rd Chandler onedogarizona.rescue me.org Pathways Home Rescue Every Sun, 11 - 2pm PetSmart 10030 N 90th St Scottsdale, AZ 85258 Paw Town Angels Every Sun, 10-3 pm Choice Pet Market Biltmore 4719 N 20th St Phoenix pawtownangels.org

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Pet Adoption Event Phoenix Metro Chamber of Commerce Sat, Dec 14, 10-4 pm Floor & Decor 5880 W Bell Rd Glendale phxmcf.org/calendar

Social/Fun Events/Raffles Walk to Save the Animals AAWL Sat, Nov 2, 8 am Tempe Town Lake walktosaveanimals.org Tolleson Community Health and Pet Health Expo Sat, Nov 2, 10-1 pm Tolleson Veterans Park 8601 W Van Buren St Tolleson tollesonaz.org

Cocktails and Canines Forever Lover Pet Sanctuary Sat, Nov 9, 6-9 pm Signature Flight Support, Scottsdale Airport Tickets: foreverlovedpets.org Pizza for the Pets PACC911 Thurs, Nov 14, 5 pm Grimaldi’s Pizzeria 4000 N Scottsdale Rd Scottsdale Wag & Tag Pet Expo Sat, Nov 16, 10-1 pm Goodyear Community Park 3075 N Litchfield Rd Goodyear Dogs’ Day in the Garden Desert Botanical Garden Sat, Nov 16, 8-2 pm Tickets: dbg.org/events Woofstock Chandler Tumbleweed Park Sat, Nov 16, 9-1:30 pm chandleraz.gov Day of the Dog Sat & Sun, Nov 23-24 Old Town Scottsdale on 2nd St dayofthedog.com

Arizona Fall Festival Sat, Nov 2, 10-4 pm Hance Park Phoenix localfirstaz.com/fall-festival

Duffeeland Doggie Days Sat, Dec 14, 10-2 pm 14610 N Del Webb Blvd Sun City 928-221-6052

B.A.R.K. in the Park Sat, Nov 2, 10-12 pm Skyline Regional Park 2600 N. Watson Rd Buckeye https://www.buckeyeaz.gov/ Events

UnLeashed Holiday Bizarre AAWL Tues, Dec 3, 5-8:00 pm Omni Resort and Spa at Montelucia Paradise Valley Register: aawl.org

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Happy Howlidays Southwest Wildlife Sat, Dec 14 and 21, 5-7 pm 27026 N. 156th St Tickets: southwestwildlife.org/ visit-us Sports 12Ks of Christmas Sat, Dec 14, 7:30-12:30 pm Freestone Park 1045 E Juniper Rd Gilbert 12krun.com

Doggie Street Festival Adopt-AThon and Pet Celebration Sat, Jan 25, 10-4 pm Steele Indian School Park Phoenix doggiestreetfestival.org Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) 6th Annual DogFest Celebration Sat, Feb 29, 2020 Scottsdale Civic Center Amphitheater Plaza

Arizona Humane Society Dog & Cat Vaccinations AHS Public Vet Clinics Azhumane.org

Arizona Humane Society Compassion with Fashion 2020: Republicans & Democrats Sun, March 29, 2020 11-2 pm JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa

Arizona Humane Society Bottle Baby Training Workshop Sunnyslope Campus 1311 W Hatcher Rd Phoenix azhumane.org/foster

PACC911 Adoptathon Sat, Dec 7th, 10-3 pm Aviano Community Center Phoenix

Health/Medical/ Workshops

Low Cost Microchip and Vaccination Clinic Coalition of All Breed Rescue of AZ Sun, Nov 17, 9-2 pm U of A Maricopa County Cooperative Extension 4341 E. Broadway Phoenix Low Cost Vet Clinic Every Thurs, 1-5 pm Pet Food Depot 6989 N Hayden, Ste A-1 Scottsdale 480-607-5228 Low Cost Vet Clinic Every Sat, 2-5 pm Pet Food Depot 17645 N Cave Creek Rd Phoenix 602-493-7639 AAWL & SPCA Vaccine Clinics 3rd Sat of each month 25 N 40th St Phoenix 602-273-6852 aawl.org

Save the Date PACC911 Adoptathon Sat, Jan 25, 2020 60 rescues, Lure Course Anthem Community Park

Duffeeland Doggie Days Sat, Dec 14, 10-2 pm 14610 N Del Webb Blvd Sun City 928-221-6052 Pet Adoption Event Phoenix Metro Chamber of Commerce Sat, Dec 14, 10-4 pm Floor & Decor West Side Parking Lot 5880 W Bell Rd Glendale phxmcf.org/calendar PACC911 Adoptathon Sat, Jan 25, 2020 60 rescues, Lure Course Anthem Community Park Doggie Street Festival Adopt-A-Thon and Pet Celebration Sat, Jan 25, 10-4 pm Steele Indian School Park Phoenix doggiestreetfestival.org Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) 6th Annual DogFest Celebration Sat, Feb 29, 2020 Scottsdale Civic Center Amphitheater Plaza

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Staff Writers Brandy Aguilar Mare Czinar Bridget Grobosky Jennifer Marshall Callie Monte Serena O’Sullivan Steve Pawlowski Brittany Pomales

Guest Writers Megan Commito Don Gabrick Phil Harrington Gretchen Pahia Julie Stromberg

Photography/Artwork Cover: Flash and Hound Pet Photography Diana Gigerich - Leader of the Pack Sean Hoy - Illustrations We want your stories and suggestions!

Send them to editor@phoenixdog.net Phoenix Dog reserves the right to editorial control of all articles, stories, and Letters to the Editor. Phoenix Dog assumes no responsibility for errors within its publication. Views herein do not necessarily represent the policies of The Phoenix Dog and should not be construed as endorsements.

Phoenix Dog was established in March 2016 and is a nonpartisan publication that is published bi-monthly by Cathy Davila, Publisher.

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K9 BEAT Avondale Police Department K9 Unit

By Serena O’Sullivan

Photos Avondale PD the Motor Unit and Neighborhood Resource Officer unit, participated in the weekend event, where members of the community could see the police cars, motorcycles and dogs up close. One little girl was able to pet K9 Rico, congratulating him for his hard work.

Fernandez said that his former K9 partner, Ranger, won numerous trophies from Desert Dog K9 Trials throughout his career and was also given a prestigious award. “Ranger was awarded Deployment of the Quarter in 2017 by the National Police Canine Association,” he said. Ranger was retired two years ago and now lives a quieter life at home with Fernandez.

Officer Fernandez and Officer Samaniego with Rico and Zultan All across the Valley, dogs serve their cities by fighting crime on the streets. Police dogs, also known as K9s, play a critical role in keeping their communities safe. They can work as detection dogs, assisting law enforcement in detecting illegal substances, like narcotics or explosives.

They can also work as patrol dogs that track down suspects and then bite and hold them until arrest, or they can put their noses to good work as scent specialty dogs, tracking down evidence, individuals or explosives.

The Avondale Police Department has two K9s, Zultan handled by Officer Oscar Samaniego and Rico handled by Officer Rafael Fernandez. Both dogs came from the Netherlands via a well-known K9 importer in Indiana and went through the Avondale in-house K9 training program. All new dogs go through the department’s K9 academy that lasts up to 10 weeks.

After the academy, they begin their new routine of patrol work and ongoing maintenance training of nine to 10 hours one day a week. Both dogs are dual purpose K9s, trained for patrol and narcotic detection.

According to Officer Fernandez, there are also many social events the K9 units are a part of. “We do various demos that may be requested by the community and business owners,” he said.

One recent time Avondale’s K9 unit headed out to meet the public was in June during the Garden Lakes Super Sport Event. The K9 unit, along with

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Officer Fernandez and Rico visit at the Garden Lakes event Avondale is one of the fastest growing cities in Arizona, and although the K9 unit consists of two teams now, Fernandez has high hopes for the skills that future police dogs will add to the team. “Zultan is the newest K9 to our unit and we look forward to adding more K9s soon,” he said.

The K9 unit serves Avondale on and off the streets. Considering the department’s policy of interacting with the public, and the busy winter event season, Zultan and Rico will likely make another appearance soon.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT VCA

By Steve Pawlowski

Photos VCA

Dr Kendra Roberts and a favorite Great Dane patient

Valley pet parents have many options when it comes to veterinary care, but did you know that VCA is one of the largest pet care providers in the U.S. and Canada? In fact, they recently joined the Mars Petcare family, making them the largest veterinary employer worldwide.

VCA also offers a CareClub, an affordable Monthly Wellness Plan that includes unlimited exams, and offers convenient monthly payments to provide an affordable way to protect your pet’s health all year round.

Members receive 10% off emergency services up to $250 at both VCA McCormick Ranch and VCA Animal Referral and Emergency Center of Arizona. Enrollment fees for this discounted routine wellness program are waived through the end of the year at all participating VCA Animal Hospitals in the Phoenix metropolitan area.

“Veterinary medicine is honored to include some of the most dedicated and selfless individuals on the planet,” Cris Chilelli, VCA Regional Operations Director, told Phoenix Dog Magazine. “Most look at the profession as not just a job, but a calling, and that can be a very different thing than a career.”

The dedicated staff at VCA recommend regular wellness visits with your veterinarian. They also strongly recommend keeping your pet current on vaccines and parasite control, especially if you travel heavily or if your pet goes to day care.

Earlier this year, VCA McCormick Ranch Animal Hospital and Emergency Center added 24-hour emergency services to their general practice. Four general practice veterinarians, three emergency veterinarians and numerous dedicated employees ensure round-the-clock best care for their patients.

VCA has always believed in giving back to the communities they serve.

VCA Charities is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports 33 pet food pantry locations in 21 states, providing more than 2 million meals to pets in need.

Locally, VCA Charities partners with Hill’s Science Diet to supply Lost Our Home and Foothills Food Bank with hundreds of pounds of dry pet food.

The program provides adopters from the Arizona Humane Society and Lost Our Home first examinations at no cost, along with $500 in postshelter-related care.

The facility is well-equipped to handle routine In 2019, VCA Animal Hospitals, the nation’s wellness care as well as critical care and largest animal hospital network, and its nonprofit emergencies. With on-site digital radiography, partner organization, VCA Charities, together ultrasound, an in-house laboratory and a Snyder have successfully raised more than $570,000 to Stephanie gets some puppy love oxygen unit, VCA McCormick Ranch is dedicated support regionally selected companion animal to providing excellent patient care and friendly service 24 hours a day, welfare organizations, several right here in the valley, in the annual 365 days a year. company-wide Pennies for Pets campaign.

Just ask Snoopy, a 10-year-old cat that was diagnosed as being diabetic in May. Because of his owner’s busy travel schedule and VCA McCormick Ranch’s new 24/7 operation, they agreed to host Snoopy at the hospital until he was stable enough to go home. In August, Snoopy finished his insulin treatments and is thankfully now in remission!

“Our employees are some of the most passionate animal lovers out there,” said Polaris Nevares, referral coordinator at VCA McCormick Ranch Animal Hospital and Emergency Center. “Our general practice staff have been in our patients’ lives since they first came in as puppies and kitties; are there through every wellness visit and surgery; and are there at the end when it’s time to say goodbye.”

In addition to 24/7 emergency care, VCA McCormick Ranch offers grooming and boarding services, along with general practice care Monday through Saturday.

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You can join the staff of VCA McCormick Ranch and VCA Del Lago Animal Hospitals at the Pet-a-Palooza Day of the Dog event Nov. 23-24 at the Scottsdale Artist School in Old Town Scottsdale.

Don’t miss their dog kissing booth and pick up some great prizes and giveaways.

All funds raised at the event will benefit VCA Charities.

VCA supports the AHS Pet Telethon each year

For more information about VCA and VCA Charities, please visit www. vcahospitals.com.

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DOGS THAT HELP Mutts On A Mission Boost Student Literacy in West Valley

By Serena O’Sullivan

Photos Mutts On A Mission It’s hard for many children to read out loud. Standing in front of a classroom with 30 pairs of staring eyes can make a child stutter or struggle to speak. The fear of judgment from other students can be paralyzing.

Luckily, dogs don’t judge, which Mutts On A Mission knows well. That’s why the local nonprofit helps students build their literacy skills through one-on-one reading time with therapy dogs.

“What we do is we try to go in with several teams and each team is hooked up with a child. We get two children for the time period that we’re there. So, it could be half an hour, 45 minutes with each child,” said Mutts On A Mission President Kathleen Molony.

“It’s every week. It’s a commitment.”

The Reading Education Assistance Dog program, or R.E.A.D., was created by Intermountain Therapy Animals, a Salt Lake City-based organization that Mutts On A Mission is affiliated with.

“We went to their workshop and we then started it in one school, the Barbara B. Robey Elementary School in Litchfield Park,” Molony said. That was in 2017. “It was such a huge success that, starting this fall, we’re going to be in four schools. It’s a wonderful, wonderful program.”

They’ve expanded the program to Litchfield Elementary, Odyssey Preparatory Academy in Buckeye and Littleton School in Avondale.

“When children are in the classroom, they’re afraid of making a mistake. They’re afraid of somebody making fun of them because they can’t pronounce a word,” Molony said. “So we go into a separate room with the child and the child reads to the dog and the dog doesn’t make fun of them. This allows them to build up their self-confidence.”

Every child in this program has improved, according to Vice President Elaine Reilly. “I had a child last year that improved 400 percent,” she said. “The numbers are amazing.”

Building student literacy is a core value of Mutts On A Mission.

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read below score and we felt compelled to get involved,” Molony said.

However, children aren’t the only ones who benefit from Mutts On A Mission. The nonprofit registers therapy dogs, which then visit facilities throughout the West Valley, including hospitals. Therapy dogs with Mutts On A Mission visit everyone from chemotherapy patients and their caregivers to children who are the victims of violent crimes and patients with dementia or Alzheimer’s.

According to Reilly, Mutts On A Mission has a critical need for more volunteers. “We need therapy dog teams. We need people to do this work. We have by far more demand for our services than we do therapy dog teams and we will work with people. We will help them do the process and we’ll give them great opportunities,” she said.

Most volunteers with Mutts On A Mission will go through training with their own individual trainer. “In order for them to become registered with us, they go through and complete a one-day workshop and then they complete their test or evaluation the next day,” Reilly said. That’s a series of obedience skills and temperament skills. Dogs have to prove they won’t lick, bark, jump or pull on a leash. “The handler has to be able to demonstrate that they have a connection with that dog, and a relationship, and that they can also interact with people,” Reilly explained. This includes role-playing to make sure a dog will play nicely with the people it will visit.

Once a dog can prove that he or she is well-prepared for community work, they and their handler will head out in a team to cheer up their community, from patients in a hospital to children in a school.

Helping children improve their literacy skills by reading to dogs creates ripples of improvement that affect their whole future, Reilly said. “It’s astounding what they can do once they learn to read.”

Interested in learning more? Visit www.muttsonamission.org.

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SPECIAL FEATURE Never Give Up

By Cathy Davila

Photos Theresa Buerman

Theresa Buerman had a good life in Nebraska being a wife, raising five children, and teaching 5th grade. When her husband was killed by a distracted driver, the two youngest kids were still teenagers. Theresa, her two youngest and two dogs, moved to Arizona to be closer to her mother and the other two kids who were in college. One son, Kaleb stayed in Nebraska.

Theresa began teaching here and the family settled into their new life in Arizona. While in the classroom one day, Theresa felt dizzy and very ill. She thought she may be having a stroke. The hospital ran tests, including a CT and MRI. The next morning her neurologist gave Theresa the news, she had a tumor in her brain.

Time for a new game plan.

The tumor was a Glioblastoma, an aggressive and often deadly cancer. Surgery was not an option, and chemotherapy and radiation treatments were the plan. Unable to work, Theresa spent time at home with the two rescue dogs, Jobe, a 12-year-old Hungarian Vizsla and Miley a 9-year-old Labrador Retriever.

Sons Anthony and Dominic were both attending ASU on scholarships.

Theresa’s daughter, Stephanie, was newly married and living back in Nebraska. Theresa’s youngest, Will, still lived with her. Dom and Will rotated taking their Mom to treatments and appointments.

Stephanie is very involved and serves as her mother’s main emergency contact, and helps in many other ways.

Theresa Buerman and Lola

Two more rescue dogs joined the pack. A Belgian

Malinois, Max, who they found as a pup, abandoned in a dumpster on a hot June day, and American Bulldog, Lola, who had been abandoned in an apartment.

The dog pack stayed by Theresa’s side on the good days and the bad.

Theresa had emotional ups and downs as well. The feeling that she could not take care of her family was overwhelming some days as she watched her two sons, who should be in college, dating and experiencing early adulthood, now working and rotating shifts caring for their mother. Alone in her quiet, darkest moments, the dogs stayed close and surrounded her.

Two of the 11 puppies

Theresa’s disability was denied twice, and Senator McCain offered to help after he found this out. It took a trip to court, and on the day Senator McCain died, Theresa’s disability was finally approved. They were then able to get into a rental home. When the puppies were old enough, five were adopted out. The rest stayed and became part of the pack, which now numbered 10. “10 dogs for Mother Hen” as her sons say! In their darkest hours, they never took any of the dogs to a shelter.

The family also volunteers through their church to help homeless dogs when they can.

It’s been about two years since the diagnosis. Theresa’s radiation treatments continue. Her brain cancer was so high risk she is now being seen at the Barrow’s Neurological Institute. One of the pups, Jobe, has become her service dog. She continues to be an inspiration to others around her. Theresa’s dream is to have her own home again, and her sons are working with her towards that goal.

Part of the pack

Theresa believes she could not have made it to where she is today without the dogs. “They have been there with me in my most difficult moments. The 11 puppies were a message from God to keep on fighting.” she said. Theresa wants to inspire others who are enduring life’s major difficulties to “Never give up”.

One day while at the Mayo Clinic Oncology Center reception area, Theresa met another patient, Senator John McCain. They visited on two occasions while in the waiting room, and she often recalls his advice “never, never give up, never stop the fight”.

After Theresa’s disability coverage was denied, things got more difficult, especially financially. The family lost their home, and working through their church were able to stay in hotels for three or four nights at a time.

They lived out of their car. Dominic left college and went to work full time, and the family was able to get into an extended stay hotel. In the midst of this, they found out Lola, the American Bulldog, was pregnant.

She had 11 puppies!

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Three of the pups heading out

SPECIAL FEATURE Pet Food Donations Some pet owners need assistance to keep their pet fed. Multiple local pet food banks collect and distribute pet food to help fill this need, and many are listed below. Most accept unopened canned and bagged pet food, some accept opened and resealed dry food.

Some accept gift cards to purchase food.

AZK9 Rescue Dropoff: Appointment only 623-313-8285 Distribution: Mobile weekly spay/ neuter clinics in low income areas of the valley 7615 W Acoma Dr, Peoria, Arizona 85381 azk9.org Cause4Paws Drop off: Appointment only 480-577-6777 Distribution: Delivery to those in need Distribution: Serving Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, Glendale facebook.com/cause4pawsaz cause4pawsaz.org

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9 Holiday Safety Tips to keep Pets Safe

The hustle and bustle of the holidays create extra opportunities for pets to get into trouble, here are a few things to keep in mind to keep our furry friends safe!

Lost Pets: Put on their collar, make sure tags and microchips are up to date.

Tinsel: If you have a cat, don’t use it.

Plants: Lilies, holly, mistletoe and Christmas rose are much more concerning than Poinsettias.

Toxic Tree water: Pine sap, mixed with water, makes a poisonous drink for pets, so keep the water stand covered with tin foil.

Chocolate: The darker the chocolate, the more dangerous the ingestion.

Raisins: grapes and raisins are extremely poisonous to pets.

Bread Dough: raw bread dough can expand in a pet’s stomach creating boating and pain and can become lifethreatening, requiring surgery.

Tukey: Make sure turkey is boneless and well-cooked. Don’t offer them raw or under-cooked turkey, which may contain salmonella bacteria.

Flashlights and battery-operated candles and decorations: can cause burns and injury to the mouth, esophagus and stomach if chewed.

The Pet Poison Helpline is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. (855) 764-7661

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MAIN STORY Lost Our Home Pet Rescue: Helping People Help Their Best Friends

By Jennifer Marshall

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Imagine being too terrorized to leave the horrors of your abusive relationship for fear of what your partner will do to your beloved cat.

Perhaps you’ve lost your job and your home, and you have no place to go with your dog because homeless shelters don’t allow pets. Or maybe crushing medical bills have left you drained and you have no money to feed your precious animals.

For many people residing in Maricopa County, the above scenarios are the reality of their daily lives. Often alone and helpless, these folks only know utter despair, believing that their lives will never improve.

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While Jodi Polanski, founder and executive director of Lost Our Home Pet Rescue, doesn’t wear a superhero costume, she is, nevertheless, a hero to thousands of lost souls.

Working in the mortgage industry during the 2008 housing foreclosure crisis, Polanski witnessed firsthand the toll this economic trauma had on family pets. Many of her friends were realtors, and knowing how much she loved pets, they shared with her the growing number of forsaken cats and dogs they were finding. Pets were being abandoned in houses for realtors to find.

Those early pleas for help from scared pet owners, who had no resources to help their pets and didn’t want to part with them, established the backbone of the programs that, today, continue to serve Maricopa County residents and their furry friends.

Pet Food Bank Program “This program is so simple, but it fills a huge need,” Polanski said. “For those who lack the funds to feed their pets due to job loss, we offer a six-month program of nourishment designed to see them and their pets through this difficult time.”

Temporary Care According to Polanski, they will care for animals whose owners are facing eviction, homelessness, domestic violence, medical treatment/rehabilitation, foreclosure, financial hardship and other crisis situations for up to 90 days.

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Domestic violence is a particularly dark situation. Polanski explained that of those who are trapped in an abusive relationship, almost 50% won’t leave their abuser because they love their pet and are terrified of leaving it, and 85% of the pets that are left behind are abused, neglected or killed.

After hearing these sad stories over and over, she decided to take action and do something to Adoption day for Ricky and Toby combat this increasing problem.

After establishing Lost Our Home Pet Rescue, Polanski reports that pet parents called in desperation when they couldn’t afford to feed their The Phoenix Dog

“When I founded Lost Our Home Pet Rescue, I thought I’d help a couple of pets a month, but in the first six months, we helped 250 animals,” Polanski said. “I had no idea just how big the problem really was and how truly great the need was.”

“Many times people don’t seek the medical care they need because they don’t have anyone to care for their pet, and they don’t want to leave it,” Polanski said.

“Homeowners were losing their homes, but pets were losing their homes, their families and their lives,” said Polanski .

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animals due to job loss. Others contacted her seeking a place for their dogs and cats to stay while they were getting settled into new residences. And still others, who couldn’t afford a home, were having difficulty locating a place to rent that also accepted their pets.

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“A huge connection exists between domestic violence and pet abuse,” Polanski said. “Because the victim’s pet is so loved, it’s typically used as a means for the abuser to further control them.”

Given this strong link, Lost Our Home Pet Rescue has teamed up with The Sojourner Center, which is one of the largest domestic violence shelters in the state of Arizona, to help abuse victims and their fur babies.

Tori at her TCP reunion

“In 2014, we partnered with Sojourner Center to build a pet shelter on their campus,” Polanski said. “Since the facility opened in 2015, Lost Our Home staff has been there seven days a week caring for the pets and working with Sojourner’s team to make this program really impactful for people and pets. It’s truly an amazing partnership that is doing amazing work.”

whole adoption center and temporary care center, and brick purchasers can honor a specific individual or pet.

Homelessness is another serious challenge bridged by the Temporary Care Program since most shelters don’t allow pets. From working a job to simply accessing government services, the owner cannot take their cat or dog with them, so they’re literally stuck.

Pet Friendly Rental Program Renting with pets is a challenge many pet owners face, and where the Pet Friendly Rental Program can help.

“Realtors volunteer to help owners find pet-friendly rentals,” Polanski said, “because if you have four cats, for example, rentals can be problematic to find. The realtors then donate 100% of their commission to the required pet deposit.”

Pet Surrender Sometimes, despite all their best efforts, owners find they can no longer care for their cat or dog. This is always a sad and traumatizing day.

As a “no-kill shelter,” Lost Our Home Pet Rescue pledges to every pet parent that they will love and care for their fur baby while diligently working to find them a new forever home.

Presently, Lost Our Home Pet Rescue will complete a major renovation of its Tempe facility in November. “When we rented the space, we did so with an Lil Debbie and Nikko’s adoption day, a good day for all option to purchase it,” Polanski said. “After kicking off a capital campaign in 2016, we were able to buy the building in 2017. Now, we’re trying cover the cost of the renovations, we’re still $400,000 short.”

“We’re so excited about our new space,” Polanski said. “While we’re still working with the same square footage, we have totally redesigned and modernized the space to make better use of what we have, which will allow us to take in more animals.”

Kennels that resemble little houses, spaces that can be hosed down for more effective infection control and separate adoption and intake areas are just a few of the new features Polanski is enthusiastic about in their new digs.

Another way to help pets and their parents is to attend the signature fundraising event, the Sit Stay Brunch, to be held on Dec 8 at the Arizona Grand Resort and Spa. “This Sunday brunch is accompanied by a massive auction,” Polanski said. “We’re in our ninth year, and we’ll auction over 100 items, so people can do their holiday shopping and benefit our rescue at the same time. our rescue.

The auction has everything you can imagine all at different price ranges.”

Looking to the future, Lost Our Home Pet Rescue is creating a partnership with Arizona Pet Project where they’ll be hiring a case manager who will operate out of the shelter to advocate for those individuals who have no support.

Volunteers are a critical part of Lost Our Home

Most exciting is the fact that an undisclosed benefactor has agreed to a $100,000 matching donation, and the goal is to match that by Dec 31.

“The animals are getting help,” Polanski said, “and now we’ll be able to assist their owners by making an advocate available to help them navigate the system for jobs, benefits and other valuable resources.”

In addition to simply making a cash donation, donors can buy a brick on the organization’s Pathway of Hope. These bricks run through the

If you’re eager to help people help their fur babies, check out LostOurHome.org for the many needs and roles you can fulfill. www.phoenixdog.net

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TRAINER TIPS Preparation, Practice and Attitude

By Don Gabrick Illustrations Sean Hoy

I wanted to talk a little about each of these because I feel they are the three key aspects to any type of dog training you are going to undertake. Really, they are important in just about any task in life — like work, school and sports. However, if you don’t take care of each of these when dog training it will show and you will become frustrated and the experience won’t be fun.

A few years ago, I was in San Antonio attending a K9 conference for the National Police Canine Association, which is instructed by experts in numerous areas of dog training and behavior from across America. In one of my courses an attendee asked one of the instructors, “How do you get ready for your training sessions?” The instructor responded, “I am never really ready because you can’t anticipate what is going to happen in each training session, but I am always prepared for anything that does happen.” This response stuck with me over the years and I think about it before I begin each of my sessions with my clients.

Being prepared for each of your training sessions as a dog handler is relatively simple.

Make sure you have obtained any of the tools your trainer wants you to use (collar, leash, clicker, treats, etc.). Dress appropriately for the type of training you are going to do. For example, if you are in one of my basic obedience classes, we are going to do a lot of walking and moving around so wearing comfortable clothes and supportive shoes is probably a good idea. Finally, make sure your dog is ready to go for the task at hand. I always tell people that I want their dogs “fresh” for training. In other words, I don’t want them tired and lethargic because the handler took them on a 5-mile hike an hour before our session.

Let’s talk practice now. I give each of my students “homework” to do each week.

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It is nothing crazy or terribly time consuming, but it has to be done.

Like I spoke about in my last article, if you don’t practice to learn a new skill or maintain one it will show. Trust me, your trainer will know if you haven’t been practicing, your dog will tell us! Practice should be kept short, maybe 5 to 15 minutes a session, depending on the skill/skills being taught, and can be done a couple of times a day if you want.

Last but not least, attitude. Believe it or not you are under constant surveillance by your canine companions. This is part of a natural survival instinct for your dog in a pack environment. Remember, most communication by dogs to other dogs is done with body language. Your dog watches you to see if you are in a good mood so he/she might approach for that extra scratch behind the ear or to see if you’re in a bad mood and maybe it’s a better idea to scratch their own ear. I tell people all the time not to train if they have had a bad day because of work or school or if their favorite youth hockey player got his fifth breakaway of the game and his shot missed the net … again! Sorry, went off on a personal tangent, I’m back now. My point is this. Don’t be afraid to skip a training session or day if your mental state isn’t quite right.

You and your dog will benefit a lot more from positive interaction than negative. Happy training, everyone!

Don Gabrick can be reached at fusionK9solutions.com or 602-2063067.

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VOLUNTEER TALES ‘Tails’ From the Shelter: Running With Dogs!

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Do you run with your dog? Do you, like the philosopher Epicurus, revel in kinetic pleasure — the joy of motion? I do! Nowadays, I am grateful to share that joy with my own pack as well as my extended family at the shelter.

Guide me! Iris and I are in the clear, no shrubs or fences or bumpables near. She flies full speed, trusting me as I guide her, me hoping to heck that trust is well-placed. Oh my gosh, Iris, look out for that bush! She dashes on, unconcerned. Whew!

Let’s go! Bolt is a big American Bulldog. One ear brown and the other spotted, one eye blue and the other milky. People pass by his kennel. To keep his spirits up, the staff take him into their office. I take him for outings.

At the shelter where I volunteer, I find myself paired with many kinds of dogs — three-legged, obese, four-limbed and perfectly healthy, and, today’s first, a blind dog. They love it and so do I.

On this bright and shiny day, Bolt and I are hoofin’ it. We walk, and then trot, along the trail behind the barn.

Suddenly, he looks back at me and flashes a devil-maycare grin … a grin that says, “Let’s kick it into high gear!” Off we go! My 60-year-old legs flying like I am 6, his 6-year-old legs flying like, well, like he is 6; running at top speed, not for long, but, oh, what fun. I start giggling and just cannot stop.

Yes, I love running. Especially in the crisp fall air. And, you know, it’s not just we humans who love that runner’s high — our dogs do, too! Over the millennia, our bodies developed systems that rewarded us for physical endurance and kept us long-loping for hours. Our bodies and, yes, Bolt’s too, release pain-suppressing endorphins, like those found in the opium poppy, well into our run. Another group of chemicals, including anandamide -- an endocannabinoid similar to chemicals produced by Cannabis sativa -- is released earlier, giving us a more immediate thrill on the hill.

Ready for another question? After running on a treadmill, which animal — human, dog or ferret — increases its anandamides? I hope you didn’t answer ferret! Those furry mammals, unlike you and me, are not cursorial — they are not adapted to swear, ha ha, I mean to run. If you got that one wrong, you’d better hit the trail, NOW! Running makes us smarter and better at quiz questions! Vigorous exercise dances out important compounds such as neurotrophins, which grow new brain cells. Old dogs can learn new tricks, especially if they are runners!

Knowing how healthful it is, I’m glad to have lively balls of shelterdog energy encouraging me and pulling me along.

If you don’t have a row of kenneled puppers begging for exercise, here is another incentive to keep them active: It helps regulate emotions and ward off depression. This capacity is important for rescued pups and for the rest of us. It does this, in part, by influencing our mTOR. Is that even a thing? Why, yes, yes, it is! mTOR is a kinase, an enzyme, that busily works in our cells to attach phosphate groups from ATP to suitable substrates, thereby regulating our mood. So many important things going on of which we are not aware!

Shelter dog Clark, happy to be out on the trail Photo by Alison Perrini One final question: Do you have a motto? Mine is, “Why walk if you can run?” My dogs and I have logged miles down desert trails, up forest roads and along arcs where ocean meets sand.

One day, I stopped in my tracks. WHAT am I doing? How, exactly, is this helping others? An occasional pause for self-reflection is good. Now, I run with shelter dogs. Not long runs, but many short runs, keeping me fit and happy and them fit and happy; double fitness and happiness for all.

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TAKE A HIKE! LOUSLEY HILL - McDowell Mountain Regional Park Story and photos Mare Cznar

With its long, flowing trails, 21,099-acre McDowell Mountain Regional Park in Fountain Hills is popular with mountain bikers and equestrians.

With its camping, picnic areas, playground, events and familyfriendly amenities, the park is a very busy place in Arizona’s cooler months.

Almost anywhere you go in the Maricopa County park, you’re bound to run into wheeled or hooved trail users that can sometimes trigger not-so-nice reactions from canine hikers. For pooches that would rather avoid Maddie and Dillon these bark-inducing encounters, head down the trail there’s a destination in the park’s far northeast corner that’s tucked away from RV campers, traffic and most trail users.

The 1.2-mile Lousley Hill Trail is an under-theradar gem that’s perfect for dogs of all sizes and temperaments. In fact, local celebrity canine Turn the Paige, and her person Mary Dees, joined the hike. Turn the Paige will be one of 14 dogs representing the USA at the 2020 Flyball World Tournament Cup in Belgium next May. The quiet trail offers easy access, a mild climb and scenic vistas of the Verde River Valley, McDowell Mountains and distant wilderness peaks. From the trailhead, a Celebrity canine Turn the Paige short access path crosses a sandy wash joined the hike shaded by mesquite trees to connect with the loop. Either leg of the loop works for the climbing part although the left leg is less steep and more gradual than the right.

Our pack of canine test hikers made the ascent on the left leg of the trail that hugs the exposed, brittlebush-covered slopes of a peak on the northern nub of the Lousley Hills, a north-south running ridge at the park’s east border. The path is wellmaintained but a little rocky. None of the dogs had any difficulty on the moderaterated single-track path. There are rest areas Pete and his mom, with benches on both legs of the loop to Leann Johnson, take a break if needed. take a break on the trail

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A lightning-caused fire in 1996 devasted much of the park’s vegetation, but except for a few telltale black scars on saguaros, disintegrating tree skeletons and sparse tree cover, you’d never know that 14 years ago the area looked like an ashen moonscape.

Since then, the scorched earth has given way to a resurgence of desert shrubs, trees and wildflowers.

This is an especially pretty hike Yogi and Thuong Nguyen in the spring when Mexican gold shared some post–hike love poppies color the foothills and surrounding plains. Scattered stands of palo verde trees and saguaro cacti provide spots of shade throughout the otherwise open-to-the-sky hike. A series of long, lazy switchbacks land hikers on the tiny summit.

Outfitted with a gigantic rock cairn, the sunny vantage point thrills with 360-degree views. Look for the distinctive knob of Red Mountain rising above emerald flood plains at the convergence of the Salt and Verde rivers and the hazy silhouettes of the Sierra Ancha mountain range. The summit has plenty of nice spots to take a water break or hang out to enjoy the solitude of an isolated desert bluff.

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KITTY KORNER Newborn Kitten Rescue Story and photos Megan Commito One would likely not presume, upon driving into Simone Kelham’s suburban Scottsdale neighborhood, that inside the more typical desertlandscaped exterior, you’d find a completely remodeled home. Inside Kelham’s home is a specially designed, pink and white kitty room created to take care of the most critical newborn kittens.

These itty-bitty kitties would likely not survive without Kelham’s lifesaving intervention.

Looking around, one would also note the special kitten incubators, bottles, formula, tube-feeding supplies, medicines, sterile wipes and, of course, the tiniest, most adorable, newborn kittens. “I Simone Kelham feeding newborn Holborn knew this was my passion and this was a niche that I wanted to help fill,” Kelham said.

Kelham, whose English accent is immediately noticeable, grew up on a 21-square-mile island called Guernsey, which lies between England and France. She explains that even as a very young girl, she always had a special affinity for cats. She laughs while recalling her father explaining to her that they were “dog people.” Though she always knew she liked dogs, her calling was unequivocally toward pets of the feline variety.

that she had a laser focus on an area where there was an unfulfilled need. From this experience, and with the support and connection with the Arizona Humane Society, the Newborn Kitten Rescue was born (NKR).

The mission of Newborn Kitten Rescue is to save orphaned kittens that would otherwise die or be euthanized due to lack of knowledge, care or resources.

Kelham’s primary focus is on early Sonny all cleaned up and ready for a nap intervention and she describes having a two-hour callback window, day or night, in order to make sure the kittens she takes in have the best opportunity for survival.

She only takes newborn kittens in through AHS and once they are stabilized and strong enough to bottle-feed, she relies on her specially chosen community of NKR volunteers to continue to foster so she can focus on the newborn kittens with the most critical needs.

Once NKR kittens are old enough and ready, they go back to the Arizona Humane Society to be adopted out. Although Kelham reports that it can be tempting at times to adopt some of her rescues into her own kitty family of five ( Fred, Ziggy, Messi, Honey and Buzz), she knows that it’s important to keep her own furry crew to a manageable number so she can remain focused on her goal of saving baby kittens and giving them the best opportunity possible to be adopted and have a wonderful life.

Kelham moved to the U.S. over three years ago with her family and started volunteering at the Arizona Humane Society (AHS). She began volunteering To help support Kelham’s mission, she describes the Simone feeding Tiny Dancer once a week as a kitten bottle feeder and then three F’s: funds, formula and felines. Kelham’s firstmoved to the overnight shift as she noted a particularly high need in year goal was to help 100 kittens and NKR has already surpassed that area. that goal by almost 50%. The greatest need is for funds to help with veterinary care and for kitten formula, which is part of their Amazon Kelham describes her training as being very much “on the job” and Smile wish list. the staff at AHS took note of both her passion for the tiniest and most vulnerable kittens and her unwillingness to give up on them. For more information and to donate to NKR, go to www.

She was able to save kittens that were not expected to survive and newbornkittenrescue.org or Facebook and Instagram under Newborn through these unique and challenging opportunities, she realized Kitten Rescue.

At La Gattara Cat Lounge & Boutique in Tempe,

we cat-er to feline friends, and help those with a penchant for purrfect bliss find new loved ones.

Together with our partner rescue Lost Our Home Pet Rescue, we showcase cats in a cat-friendly café-like space, where you can come hang out with the cats and maybe you’ll find a love connection.

Visit La Gattara Cat Lounge & Boutique in Tempe, 1301 E. University Suite 136.

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CATS FOR ADOPTION All cats are available at AAWL’s Sonia Breslow Adoption Center.

25 North 40th St, Phoenix, AZ

602-273-6852 ext. 103. All cats are spayed/neutered, current on vaccinations, and microchipped!

FREDDY (42838110)

CODA

(42366460) He’s an older gentleman looking for a home that will help him come out of his shell!

This 2-year-old playful cutie is a social butterfly with a lot of energy to spare!

WALLACE (38349458)

This handsome furball loves getting pets and being brushed! He’s lived his whole life with his bonded brother, Gromit!

GROMIT

(38349476) Gromit is shy at first, but is super affectionate when he gets to know you!

He’s bonded to his brother, Wallace!

JAXON

(41069918) He’s had a rough couple of months and is on the mend. He’s the perfect lap cat and loves head scratches!

MOLLY

(42767612) This pretty lady loves to curl up in laps, receive belly rubs and yummy treats!

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HORSIN’ AROUND English Youth Equine Sports and Programs

By Bridget Grobosky

Regardless of the discipline, horseback riding is a great sport for children that can follow them throughout their lives. Last time, we explored the western riding disciplines and, in this issue, we will explore different English disciplines. With a smaller saddle and less secure stirrups, English riding requires tremendous balance and fitness and is a great foundation for your child and their future riding.

ENGLISH Hunters and Jumpers Likely one of the first things that comes to mind when thinking about horseback riding—jumping. There are two primary disciplines that involve a set pattern of jumps in an arena: Hunters focus on horse and rider equitation and form while jumping a set pattern.

Jumpers are time-focused. They take the most efficient paths through a course, incurring time penalties with knocked jumps or faults.

DRESSAGE Known widely because of its Olympic presence, dressage is a discipline with classical origins. Riders are judged in a predetermined set of movements that demonstrate refined levels of skill. With different competitive levels a rider must progress through, dressage can follow your child from beginner rider to advanced.

Dedicated dressage competitions are the most common format for showing in this riding discipline.

EVENTING Eventing combines three English riding disciplines: dressage, crosscountry and show jumping. Often these events are held over the course of three days, so this discipline is also referred to as three-day eventing.

CROSS-COUNTRY Cross-country jumping involves a number of jumps set over a longdistance outdoor course. The jumps are often solid-built and natural, like banks and stone walls, and the courses include other natural obstacles like water and changes in grade. The course is designed to be completed in a set time and riders are penalized for finishing after that time.

SHOW JUMPING Another timed class, show jumping, involves obstacles set inside an arena. Competitors are judged through a set course involving single

jumps and double and triple combinations designed to be completed in an allotted time. Riders can incur faults for exceeding that time or for knocking down obstacles.

FLAT CLASSES Flat classes typically include designated patterns judged on the “flat” or in an arena with no jumping involved. Hunt Seat Equitation judges the rider’s form and position in addition to his or her communication with the horse through a set pattern or in different gaits as a group in an arena.

ENDURANCE Endurance riding is often done in an English saddle and involves riding one horse over a long distance—often 50 to 100 miles in the U.S. There are periodic veterinary checks to ensure horses are still in good health to continue the race. In Arizona, these horses are wise to the desert terrain and the obstacles that come with it.

SADDLE SEAT Saddle seat is an English discipline primarily used with specific breeds of horse including the Saddlebred, Arabian, Tennessee Walking Horse and Morgan. These breeds are known for unique high-stepping, smooth gaits, with some exhibiting additional breed-specific gaits outside of the walk, trot and canter. Saddle seat competitions offer both pleasure classes—judging the horse’s movement—and equitation classes to judge the rider.

HOW TO GET INVOLVED In the western edition, we discussed several different ways you can get your child involved with horseback riding. Many of the same places you can find western disciplines, you can also find English, including 4-H, riding lessons and different breed associations in Arizona. But some are exclusive to the English industry.

PONY CLUB Arizona is a part of the Southwest Pony Club Region. With mounted and unmounted meetings, Pony Club offers further extension of your child’s learning experience in the equine industry. Pony Club is open to riders through age 25. Members can compete in classic competitions like dressage and show jumping, and Pony Clubs also offer mounted games for members.

LOCAL TRAINERS & RIDING LESSONS With the wide variety of shows available in the English disciplines, you can search by each event to find an appropriate trainer for your child’s interests and discover their lesson program. Some trainers may offer leasing or showing programs that can be catered to your child’s ability. www.phoenixdog.net

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Breed Specific Rescues & Shelters

DOGS Akita Akita Advocates Relocation Team Arizona AkitaAdvocates.org American Brittany American Brittany Rescue americanbrittanyrescue.org Australian Cattle Dogs/ Blue Heelers/Red Heelers/ Queensland Heelers Heeling Heelers Hearts heelingheelersheartsdog rescue.com azblueheeler.com Australian Shepherds Amazing Aussies Lethal White Rescue of Arizona amazingaussies.com Aussie & Friends aussiefriendsrescue.com Basset Hound AZ Basset Hound Rescue azbassetrescue.com Beagle AZ Beagle Rescue azbeaglerescue.com

Listing rotates Breed-specific and Non-Breed-Specific each issue. See the website for both lists!

Southern Arizona Beagle Rescue soazbeaglerescue.com Bernese Mountain Dogs Arizona Bernese Mountain Dog Rescue arizonabernesemountain dogrescue.com Border Collie Arizona Border Collie Rescue azbcr.org Boston Terrier Boston Terrier Rescue azbtrescue.org Boxer Boxer Luv Rescue boxerluv.org Bull Terriers Saguaro State Bull Terrier Rescue saguarostatebullterrierclub.com/ rescue Chihuahua AZ Chihuahua Rescue azchihuahuarescue.org Cocker Spaniel Cast Off Cockers castoffcockers.org Collie Southwest Collie Rescue nmcollierescue.com

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Dachshunds Happy Tails Dachshund Rescue happytailsdr.org

Jack Russell Terrier AZ Jack Russell Rescue, Inc. jackrussell.rescueme.org/Arizona

Weimaraner AZ Weimaraner Rescue arizonaweimaranerrescue.com

Dalmatian Lucky Dog Rescue (Dalmations & other dogs) luckydogrescue.org

Labrador Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue dlrrphoenix.org

Yorkshire Terrier Yorkshire Terrier Rescue yorkiefriendsrescue.com

Newfoundland Mesquite Newfoundland Club Rescue mesquitenewfclub.net

MIXED BREEDS

Doberman Pinscher Desert Harbor Doberman Rescue of Arizona azdoberescue.org English Bulldog Love A Bull Bulldog Rescue Loveabull.weebly.com English Springer Spaniel English Springer Spaniel Rescue springerrescue.org German Shepherd, Belgian Malinois Saving Paws Rescue AZ savingpawsrescueaz.com German Shorthair Pointer Cooper’s Chance (GSP & other dogs) cooperschance.org Giant Schnauzer Valley of the Sun Giant Schnauzer Rescue vsgiantschnauzerrescue.org Golden Retriever AZ Golden Rescue arizonagoldenrescue.org Rescue a Golden of Arizona golden-retriever.org Great Dane Great Dane Rescue of AZ Alliance greatdanerescueofazalliance.com Dane Haven, Inc. danehaveninc.com Great Pyrenees Arizona Great Pyrenees Association facebook.com/azpyrs Greyhound AZ Greyhound Rescue azgreyhoundrescue.org

Pitbull & Bully Breeds Big Bully Rescue bigbullyrescue.com May Day Pit Bull Rescue maydaypitbullrescue.org One Love Pit Bull Foundation oneloveaz.org

CATS AJ’s Best Friends Purebred Cat Rescue ajsbestfriends.org Animal Loving Friends ALF.petfinder.com

Pit Bull Rescue valleyofthesundogrescue.com

Cherished Tails Sanctuary-Marana cherishedtails.weebly.com

Pittie Me Rescue pittiemerescue.org

Cool Cats Rescue coolcatsrescue-az.org

Poodle Arizona Poodle Rescue arizonapoodlerescue.org

Fearless Kitty Rescue-Fountain Hills fearlesskittyrescue.org

Pug Arizona Pug Adoption and Rescue Network arizonapugrescue.com

Hope for Cats-Chandler hopeforcats.org

Rottweiler Rotten Rottie Rescue www.rottenrottie.com Saint Bernard Greater Southwest Saint Bernard Rescue greaterswsaintbernardrescue.com Schnauzer Miniature Schnauzer Rescue azschnauzer.org Valley of the Sun Giant Schnauzer Rescue vsgiantschnauserrescue.org Shar Pei Pei People peipeople.com

AZ Adopt A Greyhound arizonaadoptagreyhound.org

Shetland Sheepdog Mid-AZ Shetland Sheepdog Rescue sheltierescueaz.com

Greyhound Pets of America - AZ gpa-az.com

AZ Sheltie Rescue azsheltierescue.com

Racing Home Greyhound Adoption racinghome.info

Siberian Husky Arizona Siberian Husky Rescue and Adoption ashra.org

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Puggle Arizona Puggle Rescue azpuggle.org

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AZ Maine Coon Cat Rescue azmccr.org Rescue League-Phoenix FB/rescueleaguephoenix

RABBITS

DOMESTIC RABBITS Tranquility Trail Rescue and Sanctuary tranquilitytrail.org Brambley Hedge Rabbit Rescue-Phoenix bhrabbitrescue.org

SMALL PETS RATS-DOMESTIC Any Rat Rescue-Scottsdale anyratrescue.org REPTILES AZ Herpetological Can’t take Desert Tortoises or Sulcatas (large tortoise) 480-894-1625 Phoenix Herpetological Society Desert Tortoises or Sulcatas ONLY 480-513-4377

SUGAR GLIDER/ HEDGEHOG AZ Sugar Glider Rescue Azsugargliderrescue.com

WILDLIFE AND LIVESTOCK RESCUES

BIRDS East Valley Wildlife Pigeons, doves, song birds, water fowl, rabbits, squirrels drop off only 480-814-9339 Herons-Liberty Wildlife Based in Scottsdale 480-998-5550 Adobe Mountain Hawks, owls, eagles, raccoons, skunk, javelina 623-582-9806

LIVESTOCK AZ Llama Rescue 602-339-2485 azllamarescue.org AZ Dept. of Agriculture 602-542-0872

PIGS POTBELLIED PIGS Ironwood Pig Sanctuary ironwoodpigs.org

WILD ANIMALS/ NATIVE/ PROTECTED Adobe Mountain 623-582-9806 AZ Game and Fish – Coyotes 623-236-7201 Liberty Wildlife 480-998-5550 Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center 480-471-9109

Veterinarians VCA Animal Hospitals vcahospitals.com

Eyeshine Veterinary 20950 N 29th Ave Ste 100 Phoenix 85027 888-393-8385 eyeshinevet.com

Pet Trainer AZ Dog Sports 12639 N 48th St Phoenix 85032 602-237-6775 azdogsports.com Fusion K9 Solutions West, Central, North Valley 602-206-3067 Fusionk9solutions.com

Ingleside Veterinary Hospital 4855 E Thomas Rd Phoenix 85018 602-840-3446

Heavenly Gates East Valley 602-390-6715

Integrative MedicineDr. Julie Mayer, DVM integrativeveterinarian.com 480-826-7867

Ironspoon Ranch Training Center 7040 W Baseline Rd Laveen 85339 602-373-9054 or 602-237-4607

MWU Clinics 5715 W Utopia Rd Glendale 85308 623-806-7387 mwuanimalhealth.com

Pet Health/Medical Canine Colostrum 800-834-7656 livingstreamhealth.com

Roman’s Holistic Dog Training 203-654-0350 holisticdogtraining.org TonoPaws K9 Swim Center & Dock Diving Facility 227 S 348th Ave Tonopah 85354 623-258-5202 tonopaws.com

Medmetrics Compounding Pharmacy 4995 S Alma School Rd Ste 4 Chandler 85248 480-883-3800

Service Animals

Nature’s Way Botanicals 710 W Happy Valley Rd Suite 20 Peoria 85383 800-376-1057 natureswaybotanicals.com

AZ Dog Sports 12639 N 48th St Phoenix 85032 602-237-6775 azdogsports.com

Zona’s Essential Oils 4705 E Carefree Hwy 112 Cave Creek 85331 480-575-9662 Shopzonas.com

Canine Companions for Independence cci.org

Boarding/Kennel/ DayCare

Animals in Disaster Thrift Store 5036 E Van Buren Phoenix 602-918-7373 The Arizona Humane Society 1110 W Southern Ave 602-997-7585 Ext. 4300 Cave Creek Thrift Store Arizona Humane Society 13401 N Cave Creek Rd 602-761-2971

Circle Mountain Pet Sitting New River/Circle Mountain 623-810-7630 Happy Pets Palace and Playground 1918 E McKellips Rd 480-207-1852 happypetspalace.com

American Service Animal Society 480-802-9339 Dogs4Vets.org

Shop for Rescues

Healthy Paws Market Follow Your Heart Animal Rescue 446 N Higley Rd #102 Mesa 85205 480- 807-0085 healthypawsmarket.org

Twisted Events 602-292-3200 twistedevents.org

Pet Friendly Advertisers

Luv-to-Save Gift Shop 1221 E Northern Ave Phoenix 85020 602-997-1263

1100KFNX 602-277-1100 1100kfnx.com

Rescued Treasures PACC911 Store 3841 E Thunderbird Rd #C-103 602-923-1720 pacc911.org

AllState Insurance Aaron Hjerpe 9364 E Raintree Dr Suite 107 Scottsdale 85260 480-531-1600

Rusty’s Resale Boutique 42407 N Vision Way, Suite 107 Anthem, AZ 85086 623-742-7118 rustysangelssanctuary.org

Farm Bureau Financial Services 6554 E Cave Creek Rd Ste 4 480-575-0710 agentlesliejensen.com

Pet Lifestyle/ Events

Spirit Pools AZ spiritpoolsaz.com 602-327-1626

Ann Hoff Animal Communicator and Artist 520-349-3909 Annhoff.com Chandler Woofstock Nov 16 Chandleraz.gov/woofstock Day of the Dog Nov 23 & 24 Scottsdale thedayofthedog.com

Pet Directory & Pet Friendly Businesses

Arizona Humane Society Campus for Compassion 1521 W Dobbins Rd Phoenix 85041 602-997-7585

HeartStrings 930 E Riggs Rd Chandler 85249 480-895-4683 HeartStringsPetResort.com

Food and Drink Life Boat Coffee 536 E Dunlap Ave Ste7 Phoenix 85020 602-315-2498 Tito’s Handmade Vodka titosvodka.com/dogs

Real Estate

Desert Lab Rescue dlrrphoenix.org

Barret Financial Group-Mark Field 2168 E Williams Field Rd #245 Gilbert 85295 602-241-2500

Fall Festival-Local First Nov 2 Localfirstaz.com/fall-festival

Realtor to the Rescue 480-295-2619 RealtortotheRescueAZ.com

Flash and Hound Pet Photography 602-903-8903 flashandhound.com

Vehicle Service and Sales

Hoylarious Studios 480-227-4662 Hoylarious.com

Sun Devil Auto 19 Valley Locations Sundevilauto.com

Mutts on a Mission 844-387-4847 www.muttsonamission.org

Chuck’s Auto Service 4545 N 7th St Phoenix 85014 602-433-0518

The Pottio Box 480-616-2211 thepottiobox.com TonoPaws K9 Swim Center & Dock Diving Facility 227 S 348th Ave Tonopah 85354 623-258-5202 tonopaws.com www.phoenixdog.net

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RESCUE NEWS Foothills Animal Rescue: Scottsdale’s Safe Haven for Homeless Dogs and Cats

By Brittany Pomales

Photos Maren Sater Photography

A black Lab mix puppy stared at us from behind the glass. She was found roaming the deserts of New Mexico with a littermate. They were relocated together to Arizona. The staff was amazing at processing the adoption and preparing us for our first night at home.

They supplied a collar and leash, a few days’ worth of food and all veterinary records. We are just one of the many families forever touched by Foothills Animal Rescue (FAR).

Foothills Animal Rescue began as a foster-based Rocket is a living example of organization in 1995 out what the Donor Wall represents of Cave Creek, Arizona.

This December the rescue celebrates three years at the Brynne Smith Memorial Campus. The campus, named in memory of animal lover Brynne Smith, is located on the corner of Thompson Peak Parkway and Bell Road in Scottsdale.

The building, which is a cage-free environment, offers a safe haven to dogs and cats in need of a home with 1,131 animals that temporarily called Foothills Animal Rescue home in 2018 before transitioning to an adoptive home.

Each animal that arrives at Foothills gets veterinary care to ensure that they have a healthy and successful start to their new life.

The Campus not only offers the animals shelter but a space to invite the community in. Adoption events can be exhausting for a dog searching for its new family.

The FAR campus’s meet-andgreet rooms and fenced play yard allow the animals one-onone time with potential adopters without the stress that comes from a long day at an event.

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Patches relaxes in the cat lounge

Volunteers at the shelter work with the care of the cats and dogs, grooming needs, socialization, along with retail sales at the Resale Boutique.

The Resale Boutique, located on North Pima Road in Scottsdale, is a non-consignment shop that serves as a primary revenue source for the shelter.

Donate FAR is supported through community donations. They could always use supplies to keep the shelter pets comfortable during their stay. These include toys, treats, food, cleaning supplies and more. You can collect and order items directly from the Foothills Animal Rescue Amazon Wish List. Items ordered from the wish list are shipped directly to the Brynne Smith Campus.

The Boutique accepts donations of new and gently used items for resale.

Fundraise Support Foothills Animal Rescue by participating in one of its fundraising events or partner with them to host an event such as a golf tournament or pool party.

They host three unique special events each year. Team Up for Tails is held in February, Paws to Celebrate in April and Whiskers & Wine in October.

Adoption Ambassador

With more than 24 years of Carli is getting used to the camera and people experience working in the animal welfare field, Shannon Valenzuela, the Chief Executive Officer, guides Foothills on its mission to save lives through the rescue, care and adoption of homeless cats and dogs. There are many ways that the Valley can get involved to help with this amazing rescue’s mission.

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Arlette works on his Tongue out Tuesday shots

When the animals arrive at FAR they get a photoshoot. The headshots are posted on social media and the FAR website. Be an adoption ambassador by sharing the photo and brief bio on your social media, website or email.

Phoenix is named one of the most pet-friendly cities and there is no doubt that FAR plays a part.

To learn more about Foothills Animal Rescue visit them on the web at www.foothillsanimal.org or stop by the campus for a visit.

KIDS Valley Teen’s Nonprofit Makes a Difference for Rescue Animals and the Senior Community

By Brandy Aguilar

Photos GrandPaws Pantry

“Ever since I was little, I have always loved animals,” Sonya Colattur said.

“I don’t have any siblings, so I think of my little dogs like younger brothers.

They really mean everything to me.”

Those furry loved ones 13-year-old Sonya is talking about are her rescue Chihuahua mixes, Biscuit and Bhaskar. Almost losing Bhaskar as a young puppy made her realize she needed to help other rescue animals in need.

Sonya Colattur with Bhaskar and Biscuit

When Christmas rolls around, Sonya’s Santa Paws events are also a big hit with the senior citizens residing in assisted living facilities.

“One of the best parts of this charity is definitely working with seniors,” Sonya said. “Some of them are lonely and look forward to my visits, and some have memory problems and don’t always remember my name, but I know the pet supplies I provide are helping them care for their companion pets.

“I was 6 at the time, when we adopted Bhaskar, but he was really sick,” Sonya said. “We knew that there was something wrong and he should be running around and instead he didn’t really move all day.”

A trip to the veterinarian confirmed he had parvo and Bhaskar wasn’t expected to survive.

“Every day after school I went to visit him at the vet and thankfully he survived,” Sonya said. “He has been the best little dog I could have ever imagined.

“This experience got me thinking that other dogs might not be so lucky.

I really wanted to do something about this and I came up with an idea,” Sonya continued. “I wanted to be able to help rescue pets and to promote rescue pet adoption.”

With the support of her parents, Sonya created her nonprofit, GrandPaws Pantry, in 2016 when she was just 10 years old.

“She surprised and impressed her dad and I with how much research she had done before she even approached us,” Sonya’s mom, Nancy, said.

“She already knew about establishing a 501(c)(3), she already knew she was going to need a board of directors, and she even had some ideas about who those people could be that would be great resources to help her.

She had done her research!”

GrandPaws Pantry has been providing pet supplies to dogs and cats in need at local shelters, rescue organizations and animal-assisted living facilities.

Sonya is able to do this thanks to fundraising events, community partners and individual donations.

In addition to helping rescue pets, the closeness Sonya had with her grandmother also inspired her to reach out to another group of people, the senior community.

“I have recently been focusing a lot on our Senior Companion Pet Care Program, which is where I go to assisted living facilities and deliver monthly pet food supplies to the seniors who are on fixed incomes and have companion pets,” Sonya said. “My purpose is to help them so that they can continue to care for their companion pets throughout the year and prevent these pets from being surrendered to shelters.”

Sonya at LifeStream Senior Living Center with Neloise Sons and her dog, Taffy

“In December I show up wearing a Santa hat for my Santa Paws events and they will say, ‘Where is that girl with the Santa hat?’” Sonya continued. “It’s so sweet!

Even though they can’t always remember my name, they will recognize me and every time I go to see them, their faces light up. They always smile and thank me for caring about them and their pets.

They love to tell me stories about their companion pets.”

“I think the thing that has surprised me, above and beyond Sonya’s passion for this work, is how well she has stuck with this. She’s incredibly dedicated,” Nancy said.

“It’s been amazing and I am so grateful for how well she has been received by other people working in the rescue pet community. She has some terrific mentors and role models and truly some of the kindest people, with the biggest hearts, are found in the rescue pet community,” Nancy continued.

GrandPaws Pantry is growing and Sonya is looking for more volunteers, especially young people.

“When I first started this charity, I was surprised how everyone always said, ‘Wow! You’re so young!’” Sonya said. “I thought about why they were saying that and maybe it’s because they don’t see enough young people getting involved so I really wanted to include youth volunteers into my charity through my Youth Ambassador Program.”

Sonya delivering pet supplies

When it comes to words of advice for people pursing their passions, Sonya said, “There are so many people out there who are kind, nice people who will guide you and point you in the right direction. I believe everyone, no matter their age, can make a difference, and everyone should try.”

If you’re interested in donating supplies, making a donation or volunteering, visit www.grandpawspantry.org.

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SPORTS Catching a Ride With the Crazy Train Flyball Team

By Gretchen Pahia

Photos Lee Magenheim

small community we know many of our competitors, so if we aren’t hosting classes and we know that another team is, we usually try to help get the newcomer get in contact with the other club.”

Playing fetch with dogs is common in many households, but there is a special league in town that takes the idea of playing catch to a whole new level.

Introducing flyball, which is a sport that consists of two teams of four dogs competing against each other. The course is similar to a drag strip in that there is a light tree that tells the handlers when to let go of the dogs. The dogs must run over a course that is 51 feet long with four jumps. The height of the shortest dog on the team sets the jump height.

Rally learning the jumps with Heather Wright

Once the dog gets to the far end of the course, it must trigger the flyball box, which will shoot a ball out, and the dog is trained to anticipate where the ball will be. The dog catches the ball in his/her mouth, runs back to its handler as fast as it can, then the next dog on their team will start its turn as the dog crosses the start/finish line at full speed.

Phoenix is home to several flyball teams, including the Crazy Train Flyball team. This team is a member of the North American Flyball Association (NAFA).

Crazy Train Flyball co-captain Lorenzo practicing his boxturn Meagan Langs said one of the things that makes her team special is that they run it is as a nonprofit social club. “All the money we get from training, hosting tournaments or donations goes directly back into our team to help pay for equipment, supplies, insurance, or help with tournament costs and travel costs for the dogs. We don’t have one person taking the money for training everyone’s dogs. Instead, we work together to train each other’s dogs.”

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Langs said that while they have a great team, they are looking for new dog families to join them. “Our team is committed to the growth of the sport. We are always looking for truly dedicated people to join our team.

Because the flyball community is such a

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Rumor playing with Meagan Langs

For those who might be interested in joining the Crazy Train Flyball team (or any other flyball team), here are some of the requirements they look for:

• Dog has had all of its shots • Due to repetitive activities and exercises, it may be more engaging for dogs 10 months or older • People friendly • Solid recall • Good at retrieving Currently, the Crazy Train Flyball team is working on a big goal they set for themselves. The organization they play for, NAFA, has approved Crazy Train to compete in the FCI World Cup of Flyball Tournament this spring in Lommel, Belgium.

Teams from all over the world compete and last year, only one U.S. team was chosen to attend. Langs said she is very excited to see this Raven racing to win all unfold. “It is a huge honor to be with Kathi Douglas Photo Dana Nichols Altitude DogPhotos invited. We will be one of five U.S. teams selected to attend. NAFA is going to help with their tournament fees and provide a uniform for the teams. All other costs need to be paid for by us.”

The costs include driving, airline travel for the dogs, rental car fees to transport the dogs, airline – approved kennels, travel expenses for transportation of the team flyball equipment, vet visits and travel paperwork. The team is in the process of planning fundraisers to help offset some of those costs.

Langs shared, “We hope to do everyone proud that has supported us and helped us along the way. We started our team with the idea we would do what we could do. And here we are doing so much more than we ever thought possible!”

If you would like to help out the Crazy Train Flyball team, you can donate online at crazytrainflyball.com/donate or for more information on getting involved with the team, visit www.crazytrainflyball.com.

Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and very happy new year!

Look for our new name in 2020:

Pets and People Magazine! www.phoenixdog.net

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HEALTH Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis

By Phil Harrington and David Bradley, DVM

Photos PJ Kessler of Westielungdisease.net

When Tyler, a West Highland White Terrier, developed a cough and breathing issues following surgery for a torn anterior cruciate ligament, her owner, P.J. Kessler, feared the worst. Tyler’s veterinarian performed an examination and heard crackles in the dog’s chest. A CT scan helped her make the diagnosis of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF), also known in the Westie community as “Westie Lung Disease” (WLD).

Kessler was familiar with the disease and knew what it meant for her dog – the lung disease was deadly and most dogs were lucky to survive just a few months.

She also knew that much research was being done on IPF, thanks to the Westie Foundation of America (WFA) Tyler is a good boy for his website, https://www.westie laser treatments foundation.org. She learned there were two relatively new drugs that had been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for humans with a similar disease, but they were unavailable for canines.

Unwilling to accept the fate of almost imminent death for her dog, Kessler sought options. She began with her friend whose dog, Kalie, suffered from IPF and was treated with laser therapy. Kalie survived for five years with treatment.

Laser therapy treatment reduces inflammation and pain in the area of treatment. Many veterinarians see it as an accepted treatment tool for various conditions, including post-operative wound healing, arthritis and hip dysplasia.

It is unproven if laser therapy is an effective treatment for IPF in dogs, as there are no clinical research studies completed that demonstrate the efficacy of the treatment for the disease in canines.

Tyler’s veterinarian said, “At this time, we don’t have enough data to confirm that we are seeing longer remissions or duration of disease control with the addition of laser therapy. Subjectively, the patients that have received it are more comfortable, are using less medication, and seem to have improved duration of control of disease compared to historical information.”

Laser therapy is non-invasive and free of side effects. Red and infrared laser light help to increase blood flow and tissue oxygenation while stimulating cellular energy production. This creates an optimal healing environment for stressed or damaged tissues.

There are experts who have seen improved outcomes in WLD. In an article written for the WFA in 2009, Michael Ina, DVM, described the results of laser therapy.

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He wrote, “We took radiographs to compare the lungs after the laser therapy. Although the lungs are not completely inflated, they do appear somewhat more lucent on today’s study. The bronchovascular markings remain in-distinct but are improved in appearance. No evidence of free pleural fluid. Conclusion: There appears to be an improvement in the appearance of the lungs compared to the previous study.”

Anecdotally, Tyler’s vet-erinary technician believes laser therapy is helping, although the subsequent CT scan of Tyler’s lungs shows the IPF is still progressing. “Symptomatically, the dog is doing better,” she said. “Before treatment, Tyler had a markedly worse cough, was panting more and struggled to walk around. Now the dog can walk longer and further and is panting less. Symptoms and quality of life seem to be improving for Tyler.”

Tyler’s veterinarian says the most common change is a decrease in cough severity, with an increase in exercise and activity tolerance. “We can also see a decrease in the number and amounts of medications needed to keep the patient comfortable,” she said.

A common laser therapy protocol calls for six treatments in three weeks and thereafter on an as-needed basis. Since WLD is a progressive disease, treatments must continue through the patient’s life.

Tyler’s veterinarian said, “Every patient is different in how long it takes for results to be seen. Some improvements can be seen within a day to as long as three weeks or longer. It is dependent on the extent and severity of disease,” she said. “Laser therapy is not a cure for WLD but shows promise as a means to help make the pet more comfortable.”

“It’s just so unbelievable how much the laser therapy is helping our Westies with this disease,” Kessler said. “The best thing is there are not any terrible side effects.”

Phil Harrington, DC, CMLSO, FASLMS, is the clinical manager and laser safety officer at Summus Medical Laser, and is passionate about improving the lives of pets and people. Learn more at www.summuslaser. com or www.drphilharrington.com.

David Bradley, DVM, FASLMS, is the veterinary medical director at Summus Medical Laser, and is an expert on therapeutic and surgical lasers in veterinary medicine.

More information on WLD, visit Facebook/Westie Lung Disease

CRITTER Ironwood Pig Sanctuary Story and photos Callie Monte

When you think of a potbellied pig some images probably come to mind. Maybe you’ve seen the television commercials of a cute pig being walked on a leash by a smiling couple or the ads where they ride in the back seat of a car yelling, “Wheee!” Pigs are cute and they’re smart.

While they’re popular on television and in children’s literature, it may Pigs are smart, but look like owning a potbellied pig require special care can be fun, and it can be, but buyers beware, there’s no such thing as a teacup pig. In fact, potbellied pigs can grow to be 120 to 150 pounds on average and many people are forced to give them up due to their size.

The Ironwood Pig Sanctuary is nestled on a 27-acre plot of land in Marana, Arizona, just north of Tucson, that is home to more than 600 abandoned and reliquished potbellied pigs.

Mary Schanz, co-founder of the sanctuary, wants to let potential potbellied pig owners know what to expect when buying one as a family pet.

cancers, constipation and arthritis, overgrown hoofs and an assortment of other medical issues common to all animals.

“Eighty to 85% of unspayed females will develop uterine tumors that eventually end their life prematurely,” Schanz continued.

These medical issues come with a big price tag. Dental procedures can Three little curious pigs average $1,400 and with more than 600 potbellied pigs at the Ironwood Pig Sanctuary, the expenses can add up. Almost all of the money the sanctuary needs to operate comes from donations and sponsorship programs.

Operating at maximum capacity, Ironwood Pig Sanctuary warns that overpopulation due to overbreeding is a large problem here in Arizona and one that needs to be addressed. The staff does not have the capacity to take in all of the request for pigs they receive and it’s heartbreaking for them.

“Breeders go online and they state, ‘They’re pets like a dog and they’re going to stay small,’ and none of it’s true,” Schanz said. “They [breeders] literally starve them to keep them small.”

“If breeders are allowed to continue to advertise the way they are and potential owners haven’t done their research, Arizona will continue to have an overpopulation of potbellied pigs that are neglected and discarded when it’s no longer convenient for the breeder or family to keep the animal,” Schanz said.

The potbellied pigs that are bought as small family pets can sometimes outgrow their homes and finding them the proper place to live is almost impossible.

So, while potbellied pigs are adorable, it’s very important to understand the best living environment for them before bringing one into your home.

Since potbellied pigs can be classified as livestock most pet rescues won’t take them in and with little resources for surrender, many of them get dropped off and left to fend for themselves.

This is where Schanz’s sanctuary comes in to help as many potbellied pigs as they can.

On the Ironwood grounds, there are there are 45 pens and 27 fields to house different subsets of the pig population. Some are for obese potbellied pigs on diets or those with acute medical needs.

One enclosure is for the elderly and disabled. Another is for those recovering from surgery.

“Some of these abandoned potbellied pigs come with big medical problems,” Schanz said. “They have dental issues, infected tusks,

Ironwood Pig Sanctuary can help out by giving you advice when it comes to fencing, shade and diet.

“The best place to start is with a trip to our sanctuary where you can learn how much work goes in to taking care of a potbellied pig and the proper environment they need to thrive,” Schanz said. “We just resumed our tours and we just ask that you make an appointment before coming out.”

Ironwood Pig Sanctuary also has an open house Nov. 9 from 11a.m. to 3p.m.

If you’re interested in learning more about the open house, scheduling a tour, want to donate or sponsor a potbellied pig, visit www. ironwoodpigs.org. www.phoenixdog.net

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s d r a z a H Holiday

With the holiday season approaching, we want to share important reminders to keep your furry friends healthy and safe.

You will likely be spending countless hours in the kitchen making candy apples, baking pies, and cooking turkeys. It’s just as likely that you will find your dogs or cats following you closely in the hopes of snatching a tasty snack. While it is generally safe to administer a small piece of turkey or snap peas, we need to remember that a “small” piece to us may actually be a huge snack for them. We need to consider the calories we are adding to their diet, but also the possible consequences of these rich treats.

It is not abnormal for gastroenteritis, enterocolitis, and pancreatitis to develop as a result of rich table scraps. Inflammation and irritation of the stomach, intestine, and colon can typically be managed with bland diet and anti-diarrhea medications, but pancreatitis can become a serious problem that requires multiple days of intense hospitalization, and can have a poor prognosis. We also need to be careful about considering what spices and condiments we have added to the food prior to offering a taste. Anything cooked with onion, garlic, raisins, grapes, chocolate, or coffee should be completely off limits.

In the event that your pets decide to counter-surf and sample the entire menu, please call or go to see your vet immediately. It is a lot easier, cheaper, and safer to induce vomiting than hospitalizing and treating gastrointestinal or pancreatic disease. Please be aware of your veterinary office’s hours of operation as they may change during the holidays, and have information to your nearest emergency veterinary hospital close by.

With this information, you should be able to enjoy the holidays and keep your furry ones safe and happy!

(602) 833-7511 4855 E. Thomas Rd • Phoenix, AZ 85018

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RESOURCE INFORMATION

KNOW YOUR LOCAL RESCUES in case you need them.

If you lose a pet:

• Search your home and property - your pet could be injured or stuck somewhere.

• Check with your neighbors - speak with as many people as you can. Search the neighborhood • Get online. Post on websites. Some sites let you create your Lost Pet flyer, so have a picture of your pet and phone number ready. Other sites to post on are : Craigslist, Lost Dogs Arizona Facebook page, and/or Straydar Facebook page. Post your flyer on the County mapping website, other sites can then see it and help find your dog. www. maricopa.gov/Pets/lostpet. Post your flyer online and around the neighborhood.

• Contact your local rescues and report your missing dog.

• Visit the two County locations quickly and every 24-48 hours. By law, the shelters are only required to hold a lost or stray animal for 72 hours. After that, the animal becomes the county’s property. You can also call Maricopa County at 602.506.PETS or visit their website and utilize their interactive mapping tool to see if animals were picked up in your area and to post your flyer.

• Visit the Arizona Humane Society Sunnyslope campus. Take a picture of your pet and his medical records. Ask to check the lost pets in the Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital and check their adoption floor. The 72-hour hold for strays applies here too.

If you find a stray with no tags:

• Ask around the neighborhood in case the dog lives nearby.

• Contact your local rescue. They will try to help and can often scan the pet for a microchip and may be able to find a foster to take the dog if you cannot host it. A veterinarian can also scan the dog for a microchip and check for a tattoo.

• Stray dogs that are sick, injured, or abused, and healthy puppies under three months old, can go to the Arizona Humane Society. You can bring them to the Sunnyslope campus or call their EAMT Dispatch Center at 602-997-7585 Ext. 2073 from 8 to 6 PM daily.

• Try to list the dog online, there are many sites who will do this.

• You may also surrender a healthy stray dog to Maricopa County Animal Care and Control.

Maricopa County Animal Care and Control Both shelters for lost/stray animals, adoption services, pet surrender, dog licensing, rabies vaccinations, and microchips.

West Valley Animal Care Center 2500 S 27th Ave (27th Ave, South of Durango) Phoenix 85009 602-506-7387 East Valley Animal Care Center 2630 W Rio Salado Pkwy (Loop 101/Rio Salado Pkwy) Mesa 85201 602-506‑7387

Important Information

Pet Emergency Arizona Humane Society Emergency Ambulance Service 602-997-7585 Ext. 2073 8 – 6pm daily To report animal abuse: 602-997-7585 Ext. 2073 (“0” after hours) or fill out our online form.

Services are free and available daily from 8 – 6pm Arizona Humane Society Sunnyslope Lost/stray puppies, cats, injured strays, spay and neuter services, Microchipping 9226 N 13th Ave Phoenix 85021 Phone: 602-997-7585

24-HOUR EMERGENCY VETERINARIANS PHOENIX/SCOTTSDALE/ CAVE CREEK 1st Pet Veterinary Centers 520 W Union Hills Dr Ste 105 Phoenix 1stpetvet.com 623-849-0700 Animal Medical & Surgical Center 17477 N 82nd St Scottsdale animalmedicalandsurgical.com 480-502-4400 BluePearl Veterinary Partners 3110 E Indian School Rd Phoenix eac-az.com 602-995-3757 Phoenix Veterinary Referral & Emergency 4015 E Cactus Rd Phoenix phoenixvrec.com 602-765-3700

Vet Med 20610 N Cave Creek Rd Phoenix vetmedaz.com 602-697-4694 BluePearl Veterinary Partners 22595 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 110 Scottsdale eac-az.com 480-949-8001

The Scottsdale Veterinary Clinic 7311 E Thomas Rd Scottsdale scottsdaleveterinaryclinic.com 480-945-8484 VCA Paradise Valley Emergency Animal Hospital paradise-valley-emergency 6969 E Shea Blvd Ste 150 Scottsdale vcaspecialtyvets.com 480-991-1845 VCA McCormick Ranch 10380 North Hayden Road Scottsdale 602-777-3597 vcahospitals.com/mccormick-ranch

EAST VALLEY 1st Pet Veterinary Centers 1233 W Warner Rd Chandler 1stpetvet.com 480-732-0018

Ironwood Animal Hospital 85 W Combs Rd, #116 Queen Creek ironwoodanimalhospital.com 480-888-2299 WEST VALLEY

BluePearl Veterinary Partners 86 W Juniper Ave Gilbert eac-az.com 480-497-0222

BluePearl Veterinary Partners 13034 W Rancho Santa Fe Blvd Avondale eac-az.com 623-385-4555

1st Pet Veterinary Centers 1423 S Higley Rd, #102 Mesa 1stpetvet.com 480-924-1123

BluePearl Veterinary Partners 9875 W Peoria Ave Peoria eac-az.com 623-974-1520

VCA Animal Referral and Emergency Center of Arizona 1648 N Country Club Dr Mesa vcaspecialtyvets.com 480-898-0001

POISON HELP Pet Poison Helpline petpoisonhelpline.com 855-764-7661

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West Valley Dog Parks Avondale

Glendale

Peoria

Surprise

Friendship Park 12325 W McDowell Rd

Petsmart Dog Park at Glendale YWCA 8561 N 61st Ave

Alta Vista Park 10631 W Williams Rd

Surprise Community Park 15930 N Bullard Ave

Pioneer Community Park 755 N 83 Ave

Youngtown

Buckeye Sundance Park 22865 Lower Buckeye Rd 2 fenced areas, one for large and one for small dogs.

El Mirage

Foothills Park 19021 N 57th Ave

Parkridge Park 9734 W Beardsley Rd

Northern Horizon Park 7800 N 63rd Ave

Scotland Yard Park 9251 W Scotland Ave

Saguaro Ranch Park 9802 N 59th Ave

Gateway Park 10100 N El Mirage Rd

Sunnyslope Park 9280 N 71st Ave

Goodyear

Citizen’s Dog Park of Youngtown 11300 W Alabama Ave

Sun City Sun City West Dog Park East of RH Johnson Rec Center on Meeker Blvd

Roscoe Dog Park 15600 W Roeser Rd

Integrative Veterinarian Julie Mayer DVM CVA CVC CCRP

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Fall Festival-Local First

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Animal Care and Control

1100 KFNX

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Farm Bureau Financial Services

pg 10

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AllState Insurance

pg 24

Flash and Hound Pet Photography pg 19

Medmetrics Compounding Pharmacy Midwestern University

pg 37

Mutts On A Mission

pg 25

Natural Paws

pg 9

American Service Animal Society pg 25

Fusion K9 Solutions

pg 24

Ann Hoff Animal Communicator

pg 7

pg 24

Arizona Animal Welfare League

pg 43

Happy Pets Palace and Playground

Arizona Humane Society

pg 40

Healthy Paws Market

pg 33

Nature’s Way Botanicals

pg 27

Barrett Financial Group

pg 30

HeartStrings Pet Resort

pg 24

PACC911

pg 42

Chandler Woofstock

pg 13

Heavenly Gates

pg 24

Pottio Box

pg 22

Cave Creek Olive Oil

pg 24

Hoylarious Studios

pg 24

Realtor for the Rescue

pg 3

Canine Colostrum

pg 9

Ingelside Animal Hospital

pg 40

Spirit Pools AZ

pg 25

Chucks Auto

pg 24

Integrative Medicine

pg 42

Sun Devil Auto

pg 7

Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue

pg 8

Ironspoon Ranch Training Center

pg 33

Tito’s Handmade Vodka

pg 2

Doggie Street Festival

pg 15

La Gattara Cat Café

pg 28

TonoPaw

pg 13

DuffeeLand Doggie Day Pet Expo pg 27

Life Boat Coffee

pg 24

VCA

pg 44

Eyeshine Veterinary

Maricopa County

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Zona’s Essential Oils

pg 25

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