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AZGFD REMINDS RESIDENTS NOT TO FEED WILDLIFE REMINDER FOR PUBLIC TO KEEP WILDLIFE WILD AFTER JAVELINA BITE RESIDENTS IN SEPARATE SEDONA INCIDENTS
The Game and Fish Department a javelina in Oak Creek Village as he and a concern for possible rabies. A jave- due to irresponsible feeding so please reminds everyone to stop feeding was feeding a herd of javelina in his lina tested positive for rabies in Sedona help to keep wildlife wild. wildlife following two recent backyard. When food wasn’t provided approximately eight months ago. javelina attacks near Sedona. Both quickly enough, one of the animals Animals removed by USDA Wildlife attacks were the result of people feeding became aggressive and bit the man in the “The Game and Fish department strong- Services have been sent to a laboratory javelina at their homes. leg. He was treated at a local emergency ly discourages feeding wildlife other for rabies testing. To date, test results reroom in Sedona and released. The victim than birds and tree squirrels,” said Scott ceived have been negative, some results On Feb. 5, Game and Fish received in- has been going through the preventative Poppenberger, Arizona Game and Fish are still pending. formation that a 79-year-old woman was rabies shot series. Department Flagstaff regional supervibitten by a javelina in a neighborhood sor. “Wildlife feeding frequently creates To report unusual wildlife sightings or southwest of Sedona. The attack oc- These incidents placed the department dangerous situations for both wildlife behavior call your local Arizona Game curred at around 4 p.m. at the woman’s in a very difficult position where it had and people, often setting the stage for and Fish Department office or the approresidence, where she received severe bite to act immediately and consequently attacks.” As wildlife are fed by people, priate county community health services wounds to her leg as she tried to stop the contracted with the U.S. Department of they lose their natural fear of humans department. For more information, javelina from attacking her dogs. Agriculture Wildlife Services to conduct and become dependent on unnatural visit www.azgfd.gov. lethal removal of the javelina within food sources. Feeding places the person A responding Game and Fish wildlife a quarter-mile radius of the victims’ feeding, their neighbors and the wildlife officer confirmed the woman was inten- residences. at risk. tionally feeding a herd of javelina at her home. The victim was treated in Sedona The decision to lethally remove the The department is tasked with managand released. animals was based on the attacks, an ing all wildlife in Arizona and working The second incident occurred on Feb imminent public safety threat created by to ensure public safety. The department 25. The department received informa- intentional feeding, the habituation and does not want to be in a position where it tion that an elderly man was bitten by loss of fear to humans by the javelina, must decide to lethally remove wildlife
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SUNSHINE MUSIC TOGETHER CELEBRATES 10TH ANNIVERSARY
On April 14, 2018, dozens of local families gathered have come to make music with us over the years. Bringat the Irish Cultural Center for a concert to ing families together to sing and raise money to help bring celebrate nineteen years of offering the award- the arts to more children just seemed the perfect way to winning early childhood music program to families in celebrate.” Phoenix. The concert, which featured Music Together recording artist “Uncle Gerry” Dignan, was held as From Sat Kaur, of Caring Coalition, “The money raised a benefit a Caring Coalition AZ, a local grassroots last year’s Uncle Gerry Benefit Concert provided over 160 organization that provides nutrition to low income families home-bound food packages for low income families.” in the Phoenix area, https://www.caringcoalitionaz.org $800 was raised, which will go towards providing care “Playing and doing music in the rich Music Together envipackages of food for families on weekends. ronment brings out and nurtures children’s inborn capabilities to respond to and make music, even as babies. The According to Music Together in Phoenix Director Summer program helps develop bonds between parents, siblings, Kathy Rowe, “We are so proud that Music Together in caregivers, and other members of the extended family. Phoenix has been a place where more than 9600 families Plus, because music-learning supports all learning, Music Together also fosters children’s growth in other key developmental areas, including the cognitive, language, physical, and socio-emotional domains. It is incredible to be a part of this in our community,” Rowe continued.
Music Together is an internationally recognized early childhood music and movement program for children birth through age seven. The Music Together curriculum, coauthored in 1987 by Kenneth K. Guilmartin (Founder/Director) and Rowan University Professor of Music Education Dr. Lili M. Levinowitz (Director of Research), is based on the recognition that all children are musical: all children can learn to sing in tune, keep a beat, and participate with confidence in the music of our culture, provided that their early environment supports such learning. Music Together offers programs for families, schools, and children with special needs, in over 2500 communities in 41 countries around the world.
More than 40 classes each week are held locally in the Phoenix area by Music Together in Phoenix, celebrating its 10th anniversary during the 2016–2017 academic year. Since fall of 1999, more than 9600 families have learned to love music at Music Together in Phoenix. Learn more at www. MusicTogetherInPhx.com.
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HFG rescues dogs from Maricopa County Animal Care and Control, primarily from the euthanasia list. Many of the dogs come in with medical issues. HFG does take in cats from the public. Prior to adoption all rescues are examined by a vet, vaccinated, dewormed, microchipped, and spayed or neutered. Cats are also FELV/FIV tested. If needed, a medical treatment plan is put into place and funds are raised for larger surgeries. HFG also works with trainers to assess and correct behavioral issues.
Adoption fees range from $300 for a puppy to $150 for an older dog; cats are $85 and kittens $100. On occasion HFG has “guardian angel” dogs or cats, which command a higher fee. HFG does not have a time limit on the length of stay. Additionally, HFG takes back its rescues if the adopter is no longer able to care for the cat or dog.
HFG operates a low-cost vaccine and microchip clinic, open to the public, each Sunday from 11am to 2:30pm. It is a walk-in clinic, so no appointment needed! Heartworm and FELV/ FIV tests for cats are also available. Vaccines are $20 each and microchips are $32. No charge for the vet exam.
HFG also has a new low cost dental clinic open to the community. Bloodwork is required prior to the dental ($75). The actual cleaning/scaling and polishing is $250 and extractions are additional. Digital x-rays are available. Dentals are done each Wednesday and are by appointment only. Call (602) 509-6620 for more information regarding dental procedures.
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NICE WEATHER FOR YOU BUT NOT YOUR PET
By Michael Morefield
With a fur coat and limited cooling mechanisms, dogs can overheat in weather that many people think is a gorgeous Arizona day. Dr. Rebecca Bukowy of MD Petcare has seen more cases of heat exhaustion during the spring and fall months than in the summer. Even when it’s 70 degrees outside, the inside of a car can rise above 115 degrees in less than an hour. On a beautiful 80-degree day, your dog can start to suffer heat stroke in less than 30 minutes inside your car. Mitigate heat exhaustion risks by walking early in the morning or late at night, carrying plenty of water for your pet, never leaving your dog in the car, and looking for warning signs of heat exhaustion. If your pet is excessively panting, lethargic, or has bright red or blue gums, immediately stop outdoor activities and slowly cool your pet down to avoid heat stroke.
You may need to also seek veterinary assistance, as heat stroke is an emergency situation.
GOT THAT SPF?
Thick coats of fur may overheat your dog, but short-coated dogs can suffer even bigger problems: skin cancer. Short or white coats, like on bully breeds, does not protect their skin from UV rays very well, which can cause different forms of skin cancer. Use a children’s or dog-friendly sunscreen, which is made for more sensitive skin, and avoid using an aerosolized sunscreen. Thick liquid sunscreens can be rubbed into their fur and onto their skin. A word of caution: make sure your dog doesn’t lick it off; it can make them sick. A quick rinse will wash off any excess at the end of your outdoor activities and keep them cool!
WATER ACTIVITIES
If you’re looking to have outdoor fun with your dog as temps rise, think about games with a kiddie pool.
Found at most stores for less than $20, small pools can fit on apartment patios and provide endless fun for your pup on a hot day. Find some healthy snacks around the house, such as carrots or apple slices, and throw them into the pool. Hunting for snacks in the water and using their problem-solving skills will mentally stimulate your dog, which is as important as physical exercise. Throw their favorite toys into the pool for a splashy game of fetch or wet their fur to cool them down. It may be the best $20 you spend all summer on your dog.
ESCAPE THE HEAT, BUT NOT THE TICKS
As more people and their four-legged family members escape up north for cooler temperatures, they may not realize they are exposing their dogs to hungry, disease-carrying ticks. The majority of dog owners in the valley do not use flea and tick treatment on their pets, but a simple monthly treatment can save them what could be thousands of dollars in medical bills. Tick fever, tick paralysis and blood borne diseases carried by ticks can infect your dog during one of your weekend outings in the woods. Some of these diseases are fatal but can be easily avoided with a pill or cream every month. Even outside of the summer months, owners should continue the treatments. One of the worst cases of tick borne illnesses at MD PetCare was a dog who lived in the Valley and never went farther than his backyard.
IF IT’S TOO HOT FOR YOUR HAND…
Even if the temperature feels nice enough for a walk, asphalt can retain a lot of heat after sunset. Use the back of your hand to feel the ground. If you can’t leave the back of your hand on the ground for seven seconds, it’s too hot for your pup’s feet. If the air temperature is in the 70’s and 80’s, asphalt in the sun can be over 120 degrees, which can cause skin damage on the bottom of their paws. Booties are an option, but they do take extra training and should not be used as an answer to walking your dog when the outside temperature is too hot.
With the above safety tips, you and your dog can survive the Arizona summer with ease!
Michael Morefield is the marketing and communications director at Arizona Animal Welfare League, the oldest and largest no-kill shelter in the state.
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