Connecticut Dog Magazine March/April 2018

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Adopt a City of Hartford Dog The City of Hartford Animal Control has the most adorable dogs to choose from! These dogs are just waiting to find a nice family and a forever home where they can feel safe, protected and loved. However, each dog at the shelter is only held for 8-days and cannot be adopted after the 7-day holding period due to a lack of time and space. Visit www.facebook. com/hartfordct.animalcontrol to find your newest furry family member. If you see a dog that you’d like to meet, please contact the City of Hartford Animal Control immediately because the dog you’d like to take home may not be there for you anymore. All adoptions are by appointment only Monday - Friday from 1:00 p.m.

– 3:00p.m. If you’d like to make an appointment, please call 860-757-4395 and leave a message so that an animal control officer can get back to you as quickly as possible. The adoption fee is $50.00, which is only payable by a money order. The fee includes funds that to go towards the State of Connecticut’s Overpopulation Control Voucher Program. This program covers the cost of spaying, neutering, and the vaccinations for all abandoned dogs.

Hartford County Events PetSaver Pet CPR First Aid & Care Sunday, March 18, 2018 Sunday, April 22, 2018 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Linda’s Critter Sitters, Glastonbury www.lindascrittersittersllc.com Tails of Twain Exhibit Thursday, March 22, 2018 5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Mark Twain House & Museum, Hartford www.cthumane.org Easter Bunny Photos Saturday, March 24, 2018 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

10 Trumbull Street, Hartford www.naturallydogsandcats.com Kibbles & Bits: A Visit with Gordon Willard Thursday, March 29, 2018 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Connecticut Humane Society, Newington www.cthumane.org Connecticut Cat Connection Volunteer Days Saturday, April 7, 2018 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Connecticut Cat Connection, Windsor www.ctcatconnection.org

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Furry Friends Foster & Rescue Presents: Loss and Found by Jon Mancinetti Sunday, April 15, 2018 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Hartford Spotlight, Hartford www.mancinettipictures.com Earth Day Event Saturday, April 21, 2018 12:30 – 4:00 p.m.

Green Tails Market, Farmington www.greentailsmarket.com Tell Me Another: Tails Saturday, April 21, 2018 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Town & County Club, Hartford www.cthumane.org

At Progressive Animal Wellness’ award-winning veterinary hospital in Avon, you will find the best modern veterinary medicine available within a practice uniquely focused on client service and personalized care. Our compassionate team understands the special role your pet plays in your family and we are dedicated to becoming your partner in your pet’s healthcare. Whether you’re here for a general wellness examination, vaccinations, diagnostic services or surgery, we understand how much your pet means to you and we’ll treat him or her as one of our own.

Help Kenway’s Cause, Inc. Kenway’s Cause is a 503(c)(3) organization that raises funds for the City of Hartford’s Animal Control. The funds help to provide medical care to injured animals that are picked up by the City of Hartford’s Animal Control, thus preventing dogs from being euthanized.

Should a dog have a pre-existing medical condition, Kenway’s Cause also helps the adoptive families and rescue organizations that adopt from the City of Hartford Animal Shelter.

If you’d like to help support the mission of Kenway’s Cause, consider volunteering or making a donation.

For more information, visit www.kenwayscause.org.

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Middlesex County Events

Bailey’s Dog Park Bailey’s Dog Park is located at 151 Glenwood Road in Clinton, with parking available at Peter’s Memorial Complex on the right side of the park. The park is open to all dogs, big or small. Dogs must be current on vaccinations. The dog park is open everyday from dawn to dark.

Easter Party & Egg Hunt Saturday, March 24, 2018 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Ray of Light Farm, East Haddam www.rayoflightfarm.org Mondo Wondo Restaurant Tuesday, April 17, 2018 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Mondo Wondo, Middletown www.fridaysrescuefoundation.org

Local Dog Resident: Tippi MIDDLETOWN - Talk about a canine over-achiever...Middletown’s Tippi the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a resumé that most humans would envy.

In Tippi’s two years of life he has already become a registered therapy dog with Pet Partners, the largest and most prestigious non-profit pet therapy organization. Tippi regularly visits Middlesex Hospital as well as area convalescent homes and assisted living facilities in Middlesex County. “He brings joy to everyone he meets,” says his proud ‘mom’ Lea Tomaszewski.

Tippi has also been accepted into the Canine Cognition Center at Yale University and is considered to be a Yale freshman.

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ticipates in studies that focus on determining how dogs think. “Tippi really enjoys going to Yale as he equates it with playing games wherein he is challenged to find treats,” notes Lea Tomaszewski. “I could not be prouder of my beautiful little boy.”

Tippi’s full name is Tippi Eleazar Real (pronounced Ray-ahl.) His name means “Royal Tippi Eleazar.” His second name is a nod to his late ‘grandmother’ Eleanor Tomaszewski, a beloved and well-known Haddam and Middletown resident. “My Mother was always very involved in the community. Now Tippi continues her legacy. I know she would be so proud of all of Tippi’s accomplishments,” Lea Tomaszewski notes.

Photographs by Lea Tomaszewski Tippi, after his admissions interview at the Canine Cognition Center at Yale University.

Although the Town of Cromwell does not have an animal shelter within town, the Cromwell Animal Control leases space out of Berlin. The address for the shelter in Berlin is 600 Christian Lane. However, if you were interested in adopting a dog, please call the Cromwell Animal Control at 860-635-2256 x29 or visit available dogs at www.petfinder.org.

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New Haven County Events Adoption Event Sunday, March 4, 2018 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Agway, North Branford www.findafriendforlife.org Paint Your Own Pet Sunday, March 18, 2018 11:00 a.m. -2:30 p.m.

BrushStroke Paint Party, Naugatuck 203-632-5309 Branford’s Cosgrove Animal Shelter Pasta Dinner Sunday, March 25, 2018 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Italian American Club, Branford www.branford-ct.gov Dog Park Spring Cleanup Saturday, April 21, 2018 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Dog Park Quinnipiac Street, Wallingford www.wdla.org Spring into Action Brunch Benefit Sunday, May 6, 2018 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Milford Yacht Club, Milford www.aatsct.org Find a Friend for Life Saturday, March 10, 2018 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

North Haven Petco, North Haven www.findafriendforlife.org

Wallingford Animal Control Our shelter is proudly named “The Shirley Gianotti Animal Shelter.” In 1995, our modest “pound” was named after Shirley Gianotti who was the very much loved and dedicated “dog warden” of Wallingford for over 20 years. Shirley was said to be the “epitome of a public servant,” and devoted all of her energy to helping animals in need. In fact, to this day, Shirley still calls to check in. We couldn’t be happier, or more proud to follow in her footsteps.

The Animal Haven was approved by the North Haven’s Planning and Zoning Commission to expand the shelter for cats in February.

The construction won’t move forward until the current renovations to the main building have been completed. Visit www.theanimalhaven.com for more information about the re-opening of the shelter and breaking ground news for the new cat wing.

Need a Therapy Dog? The Animal Assisted Therapy Services can help individuals acquire and train a dog to assist with a many physical or mental health needs. Located at 4 Oxford Road, Building D, in Milford, the Animal Assisted Therapy Services and can be reached at 203-804-5343. They have an upcoming seminar, Introduction to Therapy Dog Work, which is scheduled on Saturday, March 24, 2018 from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., for those interested to learn about therapy work, clientele, evaluating a facility, insurance considerations and how to become a credentialed Animal Assisted Therapy Services Therapy Dog Team.

Tail to Paw Animal Support The Tail to Paw is an all volunteer organization to help households with low-income or those who are experiencing temporary hardship by providing educations resources, medical vouchers, medicine, food and pet supplies so that families do not have to give up their pet to a shelter. Tail to Paw is always looking for volunteers to help foster and animal, gather donations, distributing items to those in need, or to help set up fundraisers. If you would like to get involved or is you need assistance, contact Tail to Paw at www.tailtopaw.org or call 203-430-9045.

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Make a Pet Connection Pet Connections is a organization dedicated to animal rescue and rehabilitation. Located in Old Lyme, this all-volunteer organization is funded by private contributions and members of the organization use their own homes to foster animals until they can be placed in a permanent home. Pet Connections not only provides fostering but they also provide rehabilitation, veterinary care, adoption referrals and lost-and-found assistance. Since 1990, Pet Connections has been a leader in the rescue of abandoned and abused pets and also in finding these animals loving homes. Currently, Pet Connections is looking to raise money to build a no-kill animal shelter in Old Lyme.

If you’d like to learn more about Pet Connections or if you’d like to help support their project, please visit their website at www.petconnectionsoldlyme.org for more information.

Java Momma Coffee Sale Buy a pound of coffee and $5.00 from each pound sold goes to help benefit the Wings of Freedom Animal Rescue. There are 20 Flavors to choose from and each pound costs $16.00 a pound plus tax. To place your coffee order, contact Kathy at 860-942-9871 or wofarinc@gmail.com.

New London County Events VIP Petcare Clinic Saturday, March 10, 2018 Saturday, April 7, 2018 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

PetValu: Groton Square, Groton 860-326-5118 Grand Opening Party Saturday, March 12, 2018 PetValu: Marcus Plaza, Norwich 860-823-1046 Dog Adoption Event Sunday, March 25, 2018 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

John Gagnon’s Pet Resort, Colchester 860-537-3648 Event: Breakfast for Wings of Freedom Animal Rescue Sunday, March 11, 2018 8:00 a.m.

Moosup Masonic Lodge, Moosup www.wingsoffreedomanimalrescue.org

Safe Kids of New London County The Groton Animal Control and Safe Kids of New London County offers a dog bite prevention program to the children of Groton.

The program uses certified therapy dogs, as they are actively involved in schools and other venues to teach and promote safe behavior around animals. To learn more about this regional project, visit www.groton-ct.gov or www.nlcsafekids.org.

City of Norwich Animal Shelter The City of Norwich Animal Shelter is located at 10 Park Center Road in Mohegan park. You can reach the shelter by calling 860-887-5747.

Adoptions are available with an adoption fee of $50.00, which you’ll receive a vaccination and sterilization voucher that must be redeemed within 60 days of the adoption date, and you must schedule an exam with a participating veterinarian. Adopt a Norwich dog today!

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Tolland County Events

Relaxation with

2nd Annual Canine 5K Sunday, March 25, 2018 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

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The Health Education office offers UConn students a Relaxation Station, a free year-round resource specifically geared to provide a relaxing environment for students. Not only are Shiatsu massage chairs, full body massage chairs, and comfy pillows available but the Health Education office hosts Pet Therapy sessions each week, giving students the opportunity to hang out with a therapy dog as a means to increase relaxation. Dates and times for the Spring 2018 Pet Therapy sessions are as follows:

Spring 2018 Pet Therapy Dates

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Please save your refundable bottles and cans for Sarah’s Second Chance Dog Rescue. Your bottles and cans will help pay for vet bills, dog food, toys, treat, and other necessary expenses for homeless dogs.

You can drop your bottles and cans at 182 Skinner Road in Vernon. For more information about the rescue, please visit www. sarahs2ndchance.wixsite.com.

Wednesday, March 7, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, March 20, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 28, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, April 3, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 pm.

Wednesday, April 11, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, April 17, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday, April 25, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Sadie Mae Foundation If you’re looking for a way to help a rescue organization, look no further because the Sadie Mae Foundation Animal Rescue League, Inc. is always looking for volunteers and foster homes. To learn more about how you can help, contact www.sadiemaefondation.org.

A Tolland Survey

Tolland Animal Control is concerned that local dogs may not have their dog license and therefore will be conducting a survey. Starting March 5, 2018 until May 31, 2018, animal control officers will be reaching out to local residents. Dogs from the age of six months and older must have a dog license. Dog licenses are available at the Town Hall. The Town Hall is open Monday - Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and on Thursday from 8:00 a.m.

- 7:30 p.m. with offices closed on Friday. A proof of current rabies vaccination is needed to obtain a dog license.

Licenses must be purchased before June 1, 2018. Please contact the Town Hall by calling 860-871-3676 if your dog has passed or if you are no longer the dog’s owner, to ensure a proper update of your dog owner status.

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Sh pping Guide March / April 2018

The Pet Pocket The Pet Pocket is a 3-1 creation. It is a pocket to burrow in, a blanket, and a bed. It’s machine washable, portable and travels well. Sold at petsy.com

Noblo POOF Reusable waste bags This is the original reusable dog waste bag. When cinched, this bag is leakproof and has a long cord so it’s easy to carry. When you are ready, the bag can be uncinched so waste can be dropped into the toilet. The bag rinses easily and dries quickly. $19.50 www.amazon.com

Pet Travel Mug

The Pet Travel Mug is a unique way to make sure that your dog gets plenty of water while you travel. The mug fits snugly in car cup holders. For dogs that travel in crates, simply use the clip to latch onto kennels. Regardless of which way your dog travels, the spill-resistant rim prevents a mess by keeping water in the mug. Pet Travel Mugs are convenient for owners and accessible for pets. Order your Pet Travel Mug today at: www.wizarddistribution.com. $19.95

Vegedog Supplement You can now help your vegetarian or vegan dog when preparing meals with Vegedog Supplement. A small size container lasts a 44-pound dog for almost up to one month and costs only $12.00, the medium size container lasts for up to 2 months and runs at $25.00, the large container can last up to 4 months and costs only $45.00, and the economy size lasts up to 15 months and costs only $150.00. To order your Vegedog Supplement visit www.vegpet.com today.

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Here’s a list of things to watch out for in honor of Poison Prevention Awareness month celebrated in March.

Foods that you should keep your pet from ingesting.

Alcoholic beverages, avocados, chocolate, coffee grounds and beans, macadamia nuts, moldy or spoiled food, onions and onion powder, garlic, raisins and grapes, salt, rhubarb leaves and stems, potatos, unbaked yeast dough, garlic, and any products sweetened with xylitol.

Common over the counter medications and prescriptions that people use regularly for themselves or any pet prescriptions that are left lying around can prove dangerous to pets.

Antifreeze, ice melting products, windshield wiper fluid, and rat or mouse bait.

Some household plants are poisonous.

Animal toxins, blue-green algae in ponds, citronella candles, cocoa mulch, fertilizers, herbicides, plant food, compost piles, insecticides, plants and bulbs, sago palms, tobacco, swimming pool treatment supplies, fly baits, slug or snail baits, kerosene, and gasoline.

When cleaning, we sometimes use products or find things during our cleaning routine that can be quite troublesome for any pet to ingest.

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Aspirin, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, cold and flu medicines, ADHD drugs, cardiac drugs, anti-cancer drugs, antidepressants, vitamins, and diet pills.

Colder weather brings upon many things that pet owners should give more thought to when going outdoors.

Azaleas, lilies, mistletoe, dieffenbachia, and philodendron.

Warm weather brings upon many things that pet owners should give more thought to when working in the yard.

Fabric softener sheets, mothballs, batteries, detergents, bleach, drain cleaners, toilet bowl cleaners, ammonia, and metal coins such as pennies.

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ogs naturally bark. Dogs bark at a number of things just as dogs have a number of reasons why they bark. However, when your dog barks often and regularly, you may want to know why and what is the difference between healthy barking habits and excessive barking habits. More importantly, you may want to know the difference between the various types of barking that your dog uses to communicate and express herself. Finding out why your dog is barking can help resolve the excessive barking behavior, if any.

There are seven reasons why dogs bark.

Reason Number One: Attention. Your dog may demand your attention if she needs something from you. Such needs could include wanting to go outside or come inside, wanting to play, wanting to eat or drink, wanting to be petted, wanting a treat, or maybe your dog just wants your absolute undivided attention. This type of barking can be easily resolved simply by giving your dog your personal attention and tending to her basic survival needs such as providing food and water. Play with your dog more often. Learn what your dog likes to do and then play that game. It can be catch, chase, Frisbee or swimming. Walk with your dog each and every day. Set a routine for regular walks to be at a certain time of day each day so that your dog has something to look forward to. Dogs like routine so stick to the walk schedule.

Reason Number Two: Anxiety. If your dog suffers from separation anxiety, she may bark more when she is left alone. A dog that suffers from anxiety may also show some other symptoms such as depression, destructiveness, pacing or walking in circles. Sometimes dogs with anxiety bark compulsively. This type of barking can be difficult to treat.

Rewarding your dog when she stops barking is a positive way to fix the problem, however, it does require your time and effort. If you feel overwhelmed then you may require the assistance from a certified animal behaviorist.

Reason Number Three: Boredom. When left alone for long periods of time, dogs can become very sad or lonely and they will bark just because there’s nothing better to do. Your dog needs your love and attention. If you have trouble making more time for your pet, consider adopting another pet so that the two can keep each other company. Find the right companion for your pet by making sure they are compatible.

Consult with the adoption or rescue agency regarding this. Sadly, too many dogs are left outdoors unattended for long periods of time. This is not good for any animal. There are dog doors that can be installed so that your dog can come in and out of the house when she needs to. This is great for those hot summer days and cold winter nights. A dog door will provide your dog with more comfort along with the ability to move 14 • March / April 2018 | Connecticut Dog

around more freely. You can always ask a friend or family member to stop by each day to spend time to keep your dog company and walk your dog. If you can afford it, hire a professional dog walker or pet sitter to come by each day.

Reason Number Four: Health Issues. Your dog may have an underlying health issue that would cause her to bark. It can be that your dog is experiencing some sort of pain or discomfort due to a disease, illness or injury. Perhaps your dog suffers from being deaf. A deaf dog cannot hear herself bark and that can make her bark more. If you have a deaf dog, teach your dog with sign language so that you can communicate to her more effectively. If you know what health issues troubles your dog then you will want to give more attention to providing the right comfort for your dog. If you think there’s something wrong with your dog, take your dog to get checked out by your veterinarian.

Reason Number Five: Fear. Your dog may bark if she is scared or feels startled by something. This could be from an object, a person, another animal, loud noises, thunder, or fireworks. It’s normal for all dogs to bark when scared. If you are aware of loud noises, thunder, or fireworks going on in your neighborhood then you should bring your dog indoors. However, if your dog is already indoors then give your dog extra love and attention.

Reason Number Six: Play. When dogs are excited they tend to bark out of happiness. They will usually wag their tail or jump at the same time. This is a healthy bark and unless your dog barks for too long and too much during this time, there’s nothing you need to do except teach your dog a “quiet” command.

Reason Number Seven: Protectiveness. Your dog may bark to alarm you if there’s someone or another animal on the property that they know shouldn’t be there. If you have neighbors close by, they may bark at others that are outside in their yard. This type of bark can get aggressive, especially if the threat is comes closer. This is a healthy bark and if your dog is barking aggressively at someone they shouldn’t be barking at then you may want to show your dog that this person is not a threat.

Now that you know the reasons why dogs bark, it becomes clear what is considered to be healthy barking as opposed to excessive barking behaviors. The best thing that you can do for your dog is to keep your dog mentally and physically active so that they will be too tired to bark unnecessarily. Go for regular long walks, play ball or Frisbee, teach your dog how to swim, have your dog join a doggie daycare a few days a week, adopt another pet so your dog has someone to play with, and nurture your dog especially if she’s not feeling well.

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oyotes have joined the ranks of urban wildlife. They inhabit all North America and virtually every neighborhood. Despite numerous efforts to eliminate coyotes, their population has not been reduced – they are here to stay. Let’s look at some facts. The takeaway points will be: coyotes will not approach humans unless taught to do so, issues with pets can be understood and averted, coyotes use behavior and biology mechanisms for survival, and killing coyotes will not solve any issues. What we will cover is: coyotes, humans, pets, and killing coyotes.

Coyotes Coyotes are small, social, territorial wild dogs, native only to the Americas. Let’s get to know them. Coyotes generally weigh 20 – 40 pounds. Long winter fur makes these rangy, whippet-sized animals appear larger than they really are. Coyotes are intelligent, social, and complex. Just like humans, each coyote has his own individual personality. And coyotes are interesting! Did you know they put out fires? Not big ones but they will bat small embers with their paws or roll on a small flame in an attempt to put it out. Did you know that coyotes can climb trees? Coyotes are excellent swimmers! Affection between family members is displayed openly. They mate for life.

They are devoted to their families and are model parents worthy of admiration. The kids like to play together. Chasing a tail is another form of play. Adults like to play together, too. In fact, the whole family likes to play together. Time together is a priority - family bonds are strong. Mom often needs “free time” away from the family, but will keep close watch from a high point not too far away. They experience many of our own emotions, such as dejection and sadness when an invitation to play is rejected or sadness and pain when mom loves someone else best. Jealousy and competition for mom’s affection 16 • March / April 2018 | Connecticut Dog

are not uncommon – mom is in the middle. There is sibling rivalry in coyote families – the kids like to squabble. They patiently wait for one another to go trekking – it’s one of their all-important daily activities.

They’ll often search for one another to do things together. Curiosity and inquisitiveness are signature characteristics. Coyotes enjoy watching dogs from a distance – it’s like TV. This does not mean they are planning an “attack.” They move and mark poisoned dead rats as a warning to other family members: coyotes watch out for each other. One will often groom the other even taking unhealthy ticks off the other. Care strengthens bonds.

Clarifying the term coyote pack means that a pack of coyotes is a family unit consisting of parents, older kids from previous litters, and the young of the year. It is not the same as a “pack of dogs” which are feral individuals that have banned together as a marauding “gang.” Coyote family units are similar to humans in their care, affection, and time together as a family. Coyote dads help tremendously with raising the young. Coyotes are social animals; the family is their strongest unit.

From day one, dad helps care for the family - he brings food for mom while she nurses the pups. The alpha pair, the parents, are the only adults that reproduce in any coyote pack, which limits the number of litters to just one or fewer a year. Other adults, the older siblings, help raise the young. Although litter size can be six or more, many pups do not make it to adulthood. Population size is kept stable. Killing them disrupts the stability. Discipline maintains order in a coyote family.

It’s how youngsters learn. They get old and arthritic, hard of hearing, and hard of seeing. Coyotes constantly communicate with each other through eye contact, body language, and facial expressions. They leave messages for one another and others. They howl to keep in touch over a distance but also they howl along with sirens and they howl in distress when chased by a dog. Each coyote can produce several pitches. This

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explains why two coyotes may sound like several and three coyotes may sound like eight or ten!

Where do coyotes go and what do they do? They pass through neighborhoods, visiting hunting areas in open spaces, and marking their territories as a message to other coyotes. They hunt mostly for rodents, which compose the bulk of their diet.

Clarifying the term territoriality is protecting one’s space because of limited resources exists in many species, including our own. A coyote’s territory is an area claimed and used by a coyote family for its survival.

The limited resources in any environmental area, necessarily limits the coyote population size living there. In addition to an area’s limited resources, coyote territorial behavior further limits the number of coyotes in an area. By regularly traveling through and marking the areas they use, they keep more coyotes, interlopers and transients from moving in.

To coyotes, dogs often seem like interloper and transient coyotes.

Coyotes help balance the environment. They actually control rat and mice populations by eating them. They prevent the spread of diseases by scavenging on rotting wildlife. Rabies in coyotes is rare. Only 0.2% of all reported rabies cases were coyotes in 2010. Coyotes mitigate rabies by predation on those species that carry the disease.

Humans While humans often get upset at simply seeing a coyote, coyotes will do their utmost to avoid humans. Coyotes are shy and wary. They do their best to avoid humans. They want to avoid conflicts as much as you do. They fear you more than you fear them. They will not approach a human unless taught to do so by someone’s, not necessarily your own, feeding them. Never feed a coyote! Sometimes one may watch you. This does not mean it is challenging you. Seeing a coyote during daylight hours is not unusual and does not mean it is aggressive, bold, or sick. Coyotes don’t like being around people so they’ve adapted primarily to dawn, dusk, and night hours. However, they are diurnal (daytime) animals and may be seen at any time of day. Most coyote “encounters’ are just sightings. Often simply being seen can be considered a crime by people who perceive their presence as a threat – that they are the only species which has this distinction. Happenstance encounters do occur occasionally. The coyote will inevitably spook and flee but it may watch you first out of curiosity. Remember that they want to avoid you.

Coyotes visiting your yard – coyotes trek through areas to mark their territories so other coyotes won’t move in and to visit other hunting areas. Don’t attract coyotes specifically to your yard with food left out. If they frequent your yard, rotate large objects to dissuade them – coyotes are uneasy about novelty. Be fierce in shooing one out of your yard if you don’t want it there or contact the wildlife conflict manager through www.CoyoteCoexistence.com for help.

Coyotes and children – Coyotes are less fearful of critters smaller than themselves. Let’s err on the side of caution. Young children should always be supervised for many reasons. Danger from two-legged predators, running into the street, or dog bites far outweigh risks from

coyotes. Teach children never to approach a coyote, taunt it, or run away from it. If they see a coyote, they should go to an adult. The best “scare off” – one bloodcurdling extended scream, like Drew Barrymore in ET, will freak out any coyote and make it run for cover.

Risks of injury from a coyote are extremely rare. Here are some comparisons: 5,000 people a year get killed crossing a street; only 2 deaths of humans from coyotes have been recorded – ever (the deaths include a two-year old whose father was feeding a coyote); 1,000 dog bites a day send people to emergency rooms, and bites/scratches from coyotes to humans amount to 17 a year for all North America – almost all due to interfering in a dog/coyote encounter or feeding. There are few situations where a human has been nipped or scratched – by coming between a dog and a coyote in conflict; by feeding them, humans may teach coyotes to approach and demand food. NEVER FEED A COYOTE! Again, these incidents amount to only 17 cases per year for all of North America. There are still a few individuals who harbor fears based on misinformation or no information. A biased and sensationalism-driven media feeds the fear. Minor precautions are important but the fear is unnecessary. In most cases, unless a coyote approaches your dog, you don’t need to put a lot of effort or fierceness into shooing off a coyote.

Shooing off a coyote – coyote not approaching dog. Simply approaching while gazing directly in its eyes will make him move. To hurry things up, add action. Wave. Toss a pebble towards a coyote, not at it so as to harm it. Add noise. Clap. Slap a newspaper on your thigh, loudly. Yell: “git outa here.” There is one extremely important caveat here: Coyotes must defend their young. If a coyote stands guard, it is almost assuredly because there are young around. It’s best to move on rather than press the issue.

Pets Pets fall into two categories: Those involving coyote territoriality issues and those involving small pets as prey. Risks are minimal. Precautions are easy. Know how to shoo off a coyote from your pet. Note: In almost all instances, coyotes will simply flee if they see you or your dog approaching them. Coyote incidents statistically are not common but they have occurred and you should be prepared “just in case.”

Territoriality. Coyotes instinctively protect their immediate family areas from all canine species. For example foxes, weighing only 13 pounds, are competitors for the same resources. They are also a threat to coyote puppies. Coyotes drive them out of their areas as they do intruder coyotes. By the same token, all dogs, no matter what their size, are seen as competitors for the same resources and as potential threats.

Territorial issues often begin with negative communication, which can be read over great distances. All canines are constantly communicating through body language, eye contact, and facial expressions. Prevent negative communication by keeping a safe distance away, restraining your dog and moving on if you see a coyote.

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A coyote could approach your dog over territoriality. If a coyote ends up approaching a dog, it will do so with a series of charges and retreats and possibly – ultimately – with a nip to the haunches, tail or inner thigh. These are messages with unequivocal meaning. You need to interfere with intense shooing off at this point then leash your dog and quickly leave the area. A coyote approaching your dog needs to be shooed off fiercely. Throw a really loud tantrum and be aggressive: Remember the acronym NAAG, Noise- Action-Approach-Gaze.

Shooing off a coyote – approaching a dog. If a coyote approaches your dog, be fierce. Make it “memorable” so that it will be remembered. Be sure to make the coyote move back and away. Then it’s your turn to move on.

The number of dog/dog ego conflicts dwarfs the number of dog/coyote territorial conflicts. Only the coyote ones get reported, no matter how mild. Note: Nips are messages not aimed to maim. Coyotes try to never engage in a full fight with a dog. A coyote will not risk injury, which might compromise its ability to hunt or defend itself. Instead it messages. Coyote messages as nips or pinches to dogs are seldom to vulnerable parts where they might actually create a bad injury. Rather, it’s a messaging nip usually to the tail, rump, or soft inner thigh and knee. This is the best way a coyote can effectively communicate its needs – the message works. Note: Most dogs that have been nipped get the message. They stay away from coyotes and their dens.

Small pets look like prey. Coyotes don’t seek out pets but may take a small, unattended pet if the opportunity is there. They have no way of knowing who is your pet and who isn’t. They don’t discriminate between your pet and any other small wiggling creature they would see as prey. Scat (fecal) analyses show that small pets, pet food and human foods are minimal factors in urban diets. Always leash small pets, pick up small pets if you see a coyote and never leave pets unattended. Pets need to be protected from many dangers: 5.4 million cats are killed each year by cars; 1.2 million dogs are killed each year by cars; dog bites to other pets is the third largest injury to pets. Potential danger from a coyote is very minor. Simple precautions can avert all potential problems. Don’t let pets roam free. Supervise all pets out-of-doors, restrain pets in a coyote area, and pick up small pets if you see a coyote.

A note about habituation and hazing: Habituation is not necessarily a bad thing as long as a safe distance is kept. It’s normal development in urban coyotes. They grow accustomed to people by seeing them every day. You can’t stop it. This does not mean they will approach you. You don’t need to scare or “haze” a coyote every time you see one – they could get used to this and start ignoring it. If a coyote is not causing an issue, leave him alone. If a coyote comes to closely, simply walking towards him and waving your arms and clapping will get him to move.

Killing Coyotes Brutal slaughter continues today. It’s an endless cycle. Some hate has no bounds. The latest scientific research on coyote behavior and biology reveals: vacancies left by killed coyotes are soon filled by 18 • March / April 2018 | Connecticut Dog

transient coyotes; killing causes more females to reproduce. Normally, only the alpha pair – the parents of the family – reproduce, limiting the number of litters being born to only one every year or several years.

This stabilizes population size but when more coyotes are killed, more females reproduce, not just the alpha parents, and more pups survive to adulthood because more food is available to them. Trapping and killing increases the potential for more negative encounters because in a nature-managed coyote population, adults teach youngsters the ropes of urban coexistence by example and with discipline. After killing, fewer adults remain to pass on the knowledge. Youngsters and newcomers then will have to learn the hard way, by trial and error, and through negative encounters with humans. Besides being ineffective, trapping is inhumane. Leg hold traps are brutal and barbaric: they crack bones and mutilate. That is why they are illegal in many states. Pets and unintended wildlife get caught often in the traps and suffer injury and death. Trappers lead people to believe they will “relocate” coyotes. In fact, in most states, it is illegal to release coyotes alive. Trappers may tell you that coyotes are “euthanized.” This is not true. Some get shot in the head, many after days in cages, with mutilated limbs and cracked bones, terrified and in excruciating pain, where urine is collected as a lure to trap the next hapless coyotes. After being shot, some coyotes are skinned and their pelts are sold to make coats abroad where it is not illegal. The most unlucky ones are transported to baiting and hunting clubs where escape is impossible. Terrified and displaced, they end up being mauled alive by packs of dogs.

The idea that coyotes are non-native and don’t belong to any particular area in North America is a bogus argument for killing them. Coyotes are native to the Americas and only to the Americas, where they have extended their range, a natural process, to every state except Hawaii.

They live in Central park in New York City, they live under the “L” in Chicago, they live in most cities, usually in small natural areas.

It’s time for mankind to make peace with nature. Continual slaughter is neither a moral nor a sustainable solution and it runs counter to all we know about coyote biology and behavior. Let’s work on a win-win solution for humans and animals based on the latest scientific research.

Community education about coexistence and guidelines have proven to be the most effective method to manage all urban coyote issues.

With the permission from www.CoyoteCoexistence.com, this article was adapted from the video Coyotes as Neighbors: Focus on Facts from www.coyotecoexistence.com.

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ogs are a lot of thingsenergetic, fun-loving, and loyal.

When I walk in the back door, I know my Wire Fox Terrier, Ike, will greet me with a wagging tail and sloppy kiss. Ike’s love for me is unmatched by anyone else—besides my husband’s. Maybe.

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Ho me & Ga rden in keeping wood floors looking their best. Carpet is not recommended as it is difficult to clean and absorbs pet odors. If you choose carpet, consider carpet tiles which are easier to replace.

Safety: Organize your dog-friendly mudroom to make it free of clutter. Often, the mudroom ends up being a catch-all space for towels, shoes, plastic bags and purses. Dogs love to chew on things that they shouldn’t. Design your mudroom to minimize the opportunities for a dog to ingest something they shouldn’t or injure themselves. An important part of a safe mudroom is plenty of storage.

Storage: Ike and I share many interests: long walks, cuddling in blankets and peanut butter. One interest we do not share is home decorating. Ike, like many dogs, has little concern for design or style. He doesn’t care if he runs with messy paws on hardwood or linoleum. He thinks mud looks great on any wall color.

As you probably already know, decorating with dogs can be a challenge. Dogs are messy and have little regard for high-end design. Most dogs are, however, valued members of the family. It’s important for a homeowner to be able to show their sense of style while still considering the needs of their pets.

A good place to begin is the mudroom. The mudroom is an excellent space for homeowners to start decorating with their dog in mind.

Mudrooms are typically informal spaces located near a back entry- a perfect place for a dog to eat dinner or have dirty paws wiped clean.

There are five important factors to consider when creating a stylish dog-friendly mudroom: walls, flooring, safety, storage, and style.

Walls: Choose satin paint for your mudroom walls. Dogs drool. Dogs shake water on walls on rainy days. Walls painted with satin paint are much easier to clean than flat paint. To truly design the mudroom with a dog in mind, consider painting the walls yellow, blue or grey. These are the only colors that dogs are able to see. Currently, greys are a popular color in home decor.

Flooring: Choose a durable, scratch-resistant floor for a mudroom. Ceramic tile is an excellent choice because it is easy to clean, difficult to scratch and resistant to most animal stains. There are many great tile options available to fit almost any decor. Hardwood flooring would be your next best option. Hardwood floors are easy to clean but are easily scratched by larger dogs. If hardwood floors are your choice, choose a light to medium finish. Low gloss or distressed woods are less likely to show pet scratches. Regular grooming of your pet’s nails will also aid

A mudroom is a great place to store your dog’s belongings. Keep in mind that you will need a place for a dog’s leash, food, treats, towels, bones, medications and paperwork. A closet is a great place to store items like medications that should be kept out of the pet’s reach.

Baskets on shelves are an inexpensive solution for dog toys and treats.

Vintage egg crates are a great looking option for dog toys. Keep food sealed in a cool and dry location. Store towels in a place where they are easy to access after a trip outside. I also recommend storing leashes within easy reach. A special hook next to your coat is an easy and stylish solution. Food and water dishes can tuck underneath a mudroom bench to keep them out of the way of the humans while remaining easily accessible for your dog.

Style: Can you have a beautiful pet and a beautiful house? Absolutely.

It’s important to keep your personal style in mind while decorating your home and mudroom. Your mudroom doesn’t have to be plastered with dog bones and “woof” signs. You can paint the walls a color to please your dog and choose your favorite color as an accent color. Or vice versa. If you are opposed to tile in your home, choose hardwood instead. Storage baskets or containers are available in a wide range of colors and materials to match any style. Have a custom portrait of your pet made to use as wall art. A less expensive option would be framing favorite family photos or photos of your dog as a puppy.

Dogs may not care about home decor trends but that doesn’t mean that dog owners can’t. Keeping these simple tips in mind, you can take a purely functional and boring mudroom and turn it into a room everyone can be proud of. And this is something on which man and man’s best friend can agree.

By Michelle Scheibe Photos by www.decorandthedog.blogspot.com

Michelle Scheibe lives in Eastern Iowa with her husband, Nate. They have an adorable 6-year-old Wire Fox Terrier, Ike. Michelle is a pharmacist by day and a blogger by night.

She writes a DIY blog, Decor and the Dog (www.decorandthedog.blogspot.com).

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ieper Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital is a place you might not be familiar with until you need them most, but the Pieper name has been synonymous with quality pet care in Connecticut since the 1930’s. Open 24 hours a day in Middletown and Madison, their facilities operate much like a human grade hospital, equipped with emergency and critical care, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, neurology, surgery, and oncology. With a mission to allow pet owners to explore every treatment option possible, the Pieper team has access to the latest technological advances in veterinary medicine and provides clear communication to help families support and care for their pet in need.

As advancements in medical technology rapidly change, Pieper Veterinary has worked diligently to ensure its specialists have access to state-of-the-art equipment. Recently, they have invested in a long-term ventilator which provides service to patients with extended breathing complications, such as those with progressed pneumonia. They also have a new telemetry system that can monitor multiple patients’ vitals on one central screen. Pieper also recently upgraded their CT scan machine, which now provides a higher quality scan, with far more detail, and reduces the amount of time a patient needs to be in the scanner and thus under anesthesia. A 45-minute scan that used to require full anesthesia now takes 30-45 seconds and is done with minimal sedation.

ing masses, correcting limb deformities, and addressing countless other ailments. Pieper Veterinary’s three board-certified neurosurgeons treat seizure disorders, spinal cord disease and injuries, as well as muscle, nerve and brain disorders. Should a pet have cancer that cannot be treated surgically, Pieper Veterinary’s oncologist is on hand to administer a chemotherapy regimen much less invasive than human treatments without side effects like hair loss or change in appetite.

The internal medicine team is prepared to diagnose diseases of the complex systems of the body that aren’t visible to the naked eye; analyzing the extensive medical history of a pet and creating a treatment plan based on the diagnosis of respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, and immune diseases. For pets recovering from surgery, injuries, neurological conditions, or maybe are just on a weight management plan, Pieper Veterinary’s physical therapy department is treating with hydrotherapy, laser therapy, on-site underwater treadmill and a variety of exercises tailored to the needs of each individual animal. The extensive treatment capabilities at Pieper Veterinary make it one of the largest practices in the state and pets that come into Pieper, whether through the emergency room or for a specialty consult, have access to the entire facility.

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In addition to these latest technological upgrades, Pieper has assembled a unique team of doctors, each extensively trained in their discipline. The specialists work as a collaborative unit, often managing complex cases that need the support of multiple departments. Two board-certified surgeons (with a third joining in the spring) spend their days repairing broken bones, remov22 • March / April 2018 | Connecticut Dog

Pieper specialists and emergency doctors collaborate with your family veterinarian and act as an extension of their hospital, available whenever you need them. After a pet’s visit, medical records are shared with your veterinarian via a cloud-based software. This ensures ongoing treatment and care can continue seamlessly.

The Pieper family has grown over the years because of a connected mission built by the doctors and staff who work there. The 250 employees, under the leadership of its veterinarian owners, create the compas-

sionate environment that patients and clients experience when visiting all of Pieper Veterinary’s locations. It is not uncommon to see doctors and vet technicians down on the floor with their patients comforting and reassuring them, or receptionists greeting patients by name when they walk in the door. All employees hired to work at Pieper Veterinary contribute to the team and family mentality that has been a cornerstone of the practice since its founding.

Also critical to its mission is excellent doctor-client communication and pet owner education, ensuring families fully understand treatment options and care when it comes to their pet’s condition. Additional patient care is often done in the home, therefore the doctors and nurses at Pieper focus on providing pet owners with training and guidance, which ranges from learning how best to give medication to how to count respiratory rates. At Pieper, patient care is a team effort, that is made up of doctors, nurses and a pet’s family members.

The Pieper family has grown over the years because of a connected mission built by the doctors and staff who work there.

Committed to life-long learning and the advancement of veterinary medicine, the Middletown location also has an Education Center, which holds continuing education classes for doctors, staff and surrounding hospitals.

The Education Center also supports Pieper’s partnership with the Middlesex Community College Veterinary Technology Degree Program, building the next generation of veterinary assistants and nurses. The program prepares students for immediate employment in veterinary offices, biological research facilities, stables, dairies, drug and feed manufacturing companies, and in the animal production industry. Students are provided with classroom, laboratory, and field experience that will prepare them for career opportunities, or advancement with their current employers.

Through a partnership with your family veterinarian, ongoing education, and responsiveness to innovation, the Pieper Veterinary team aims to serve their growing family with a standard of care that exemplifies excellence in veterinary medicine. The entire staff strives to uphold the legacy that Dr. Pieper created, forged in the values of client communication and compassionate care for all pets. The future of veterinary medicine is bright and hopeful as it offers new and advanced options and solutions, and the Pieper Veterinary staff is dedicated to being at its forefront. From your very first visit, you and your pet will know that you are now part of the Pieper Family.

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ake a day trip and visit a local campus to learn more about the dog mascots! Each campus is surrounded by a variety of local restaurants, shopping, recreational activities and parks. It’s a perfect outing for you and your dog!

Mascot Breed: Husky Mascot Name: Jonathan Social Media: facebook.com/Jonathan-the-husky University of Connecticut: www.uconn.edu University of Connecticut’s husky mascots are named Jonathan, in honor of Jonathan Trumbull, the last colonial and first state Governor of Connecticut. Jonathan the Husky is the name of the UConn’s mascot.

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Yale University Yale was the first university in the United States to adopt a mascot, which became a tradition starting back in 1889.

Handsome Dan is the name of the Yale Bulldog.

Mascot Breed: Bulldog Mascot Name: Dan Social Media: Follow HandsomeDanXVII on Instagram Yale University: www.yale.edu Yale University is located in New Haven.

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hinese Crested is a toy dog that weighs anywhere between five

and 12 pounds. almations are extremely energetic and playful.

nglish Setters have a history dating back to the 14th century.

innish Spitz prefers cooler climates. reyhounds have a coat that can be white, fawn, red, gray, or

brindle. avanese likes to learn tricks and play games with their owners.

rish Wolfhound is a large dog with females that can weigh up to 135

pounds and males that can weigh up to 155 pounds.

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ack Russell Terrier is very energetic and needs plenty of exercise. omondors have a mop-like coat that requires a lot of grooming.

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hasa Apso is an ancient breed from Tibet.

iniature Pinscher is often mistaken for a smaller version of a

Doberman Pinscher but it’s a breed all of its own.

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ewfoundland is a protective dog that watches out for family. ld English Sheepdogs have appeared in many films and

television shows. uli are Hungarian sheepdogs with strong herding instincts. ueensland Heeler is also known as an Australian Cattle

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izsla does not like being left alone for long and can

suffer from separation anxiety. eimaraners can be destructive chewers.

oloitzcuintli is a Mexican hairless dog.

orkshire Terriers don’t need a lot of room to ex-

ercise but they do enjoy taking walks.

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uchon is more commonly called a Shichon and its

breed is a cross between a Bichon Frise and Shih Tzu.

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hodesian Ridgebacks are clean dogs that have very little

odor and shedding. chipperkes are companion dogs that prefer interaction with

people. oy Poodle is highly intelligent is considered to be one of the

most trainable breeds. tonagan is bred to look like a wolf.

Dogs & Kids Editor Amelia Mae Roberts Amelia is the writer and editor of the Dogs & Kids section for both Connecticut Dog and High Desert Dog, a regional dog magazine and directory located in the Southwest.

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pollo is a high-energy older puppy whose upbringing has been rather loosey-goosey. He would benefit from an adopter with expertise in raising puppies and who can offer an active lifestyle and basic obedience. Apollo is quite gentlemanly and well-mannered for a JRT. He doesn’t have the over-the-top frantic energy that we see in some of his compatriots.

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ur Booth is a comical character! He came to us from another rescue that was flummoxed by his misguided behavior. Booth seems to be an Australian Cattle Dog, but his squat, compact stature suggests a wee bit of Corgi. Booth is a double dose of herding dog, so he definitely needs an active lifestyle and a job.

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ailey is a beguiling and timid girl who needs a strong hand to help boost her confidence.

She was found alone in her home after her owner died and neighbors turned her into NYC ACC. Just one year old, Bailey joined the ranks of the disenfranchised and homeless rescue dogs. We were delighted when shelter contacts transferred Bailey to our care.

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