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Vol. 5 Issue 3 - Summer I - 2013

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contents Vol. 5 Issue 3 Summer I - 2013

6 Bark of the Town 8 Wilbur’s World 10 Rabies A monster that we can protect ourselves from

14 Dog Noms 18 Cool Summer Treats 20 Hurricane Preparedness Delmarva Unleashed A message from Homeland Security

24 DASH Rescue 26 New “Digs” Georgetown Shelter, DESPCA

28 Tick Wise 30 Doggie “Loot” 32 Working Dogs Daisey and Dolley

34 Doggie Socials 38 Hot Spots 39 To Adopt...

Publisher Sandy Phillips Creative Sandy & Farin Phillips grandlivingmag@verizon.net Contributing Writers Polly Elliott Sandy Honess Marie Knottingham Stephen Frolich John Maniatty, V.M.D.

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Meet the DU Dogs

Marla

Marla: A 2-year old Labrador/Chesapeake. Marla joined the DU family after being adopted from the Wicomico Humane Society. A true “fetchaholic,” Marla is rarely without a ball in her mouth. We not only play in the yard, but have devised a system for indoor play during office hours. As most hunting dogs do, she also loves the outdoors and water, water, water!

Mr. Darcy: A 2-year old Yorkshire Terrier just brimming with personality. Mr. Darcy is such a charmer and loves to be out and about representing DU. Having graced the cover of the magazine in September of 2012, lots of readers recognize him at DU events.

Zoe

Mr. Darcy DU’s newest canine staff member. Zoe is an 8-month old Miniature Pinscher that came fully spring loaded.

She spends her days in the office sofa surfing and getting into just about everything. However, we make forward progress each day with consistent rules and routines and I’m confident in time, Zoe will be a well adjusted young pooch, contributing to typical canine staff activities here at the magazine.

Maggie

Maggie: 7-year old Labradoodle of Photographer Kyle Hughes of Next Wave Studios.

Living in the heart of Ocean City, Maggie loves the beach and riding in the convertible with the top down.

Always up for what’s happening next, Maggie just loves getting a fancy temporary coat color for special events. Maybe you saw the very popular “green dog” at the St. Patty’s day parade?

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Bark of the Town Are Plastic Toys Safe For Our Dogs?

West Paw Design’s Zoogoflex Toys are listed as BPA & phthalate free.

Prices vary by size and style.

A new study at a Texas University suggests our dog’s health may be at risk from carcinogens and other harmful chemicals such as Bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates found in some plastic toys.

We have heard for some time now that BPA, found in hard plastics and vinyl, have been determined to be hormone disruptors in humans. The result has been a wide variety of health concerns, from autism to cancer. The question is are our dogs at risk too?

In the study plastic training bumpers were analyzed using artificial dog saliva. Test results indicated that the older, more worn bumpers leached greater amounts of BPA. 6 DU Summer I 2013

In another study, canine urine was tested for phthalates in a group of dogs after extended play time with plastic bumpers. Some of the dogs showed phthalates levels over 4 times the average reported in human studies.

While no conclusive data is available at this time, the pet industry is already responding. You can now find bumpers and other plastic toys touted as “BPA Free” and “Phthalate Free.”

All proudly made in the USA. In addition to West Paws Design’s Zoogoflex toys, Planet Dog’s Orbee product line is also a safer choice, as are the Premier Pet, Busy Buddy products.

Orbee-Tuff® Mazee™ Clearly engaging, clearly rewarding, clearly fun!

A fresh take on the stimulating puzzle craze. This interactive brain teaser is designed for long-lasting play. With a pliable, Orbee-Tuff® outer shell, and unique inner maze.

Simply stuff with treats and enjoy!

This toy is intended for puzzleplay, not chewing. To clean, fill with hot water, shake vigorously and rinse.

Non-toxic, recyclable and 100% guaranteed. MSRP: $16.95

Holistic Flea & Tick Spray Looking for an alternative to “spoton” treatments? Try this holistic preparation. Be sure to spray your dog daily for best results.

2 lemons sliced 1/2 cup of dried Lavender (We found a great selection of modestly priced lavender on Amazon.)

2 cups boiling water

Planet Dog’s Cosmos Collection SOL is orange like the sun and at 5”, a great option for larger dogs. LUNA, representing the moon, is 4” and glows in the dark. RINGO is a cosmic green 3” ball with a Saturn-like ring for some other-worldly bounce. Each has a Treat Spot™ for hiding healthy treats.

These universe of doggie-durable, buoyant and minty planetary orbs are out of this world, but made in the USA. MSRP: Prices vary with size.

Combine all ingredients and let steep for at least 8 hours before use. Strain through a paper towel or cheese cloth and transfer to a spray bottle. Keep refrigerated.

So you don’t forget, consider spraying your dog at his morning meal.

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Whaleyville Costa Ventos Winery fun, fun, fun, Dogs allowed inside! Sit at the bar, tables or couches in front of the TV and fireplace. Relax and enjoy. Bring your own food or order a cheese tray.

WILBER’S DOG FRIENDLY GUIDE TO AREA RESTAURANTS Hello, my name is Wilber. I am so excited DU asked me to write about my favorite restaurants. If you are like me, you want to be with your family all the time. I’m here to help! There is nothing Frenchies likes more than FOOD and FUN! I didn’t always have so much fun.

When I was only 2-years old, I was left out in the cold with no one to love me until the angles at S.N.O.R.T. Rescue swooped me up. Now I love to explore the shore with my furever family.

Here is a list of some of my favorite dog friendly places to eat, drink.

I know you will enjoy them too!

Wilbur will be here to update you, each issue, on fun places to take your dog!

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Berlin Watch for special events. The town closes off the streets and provides live entertainment, food and spirits. You can walk around town and really share the fun with your pet! The Atlantic Hotel offers dog friendly tables on the front lawn area.

(Weather permitting.)

Maryland Wine Bar allows dogs inside year round! Sit at the bar, window seat, or around the corner in cozy couches. Purchase appetizers such as crab dip or a cheese tray, etc.

Ocean City Frog Bar is in the Inlet on the Boardwalk. Here you can enjoy the outside deck and some great bar food. Next door is a nice doggie boutique with fresh baked doggie treats Tip: you can take your dog and park for free, for one hour, in the underground parking garage. Be sure to have the doggie boutique validate when you shop there!

Macky’s: 54th St. Bayside offers a protected deck bar and restaurant seating (Enter around back.) Here you will find good food and a fun atmosphere.

You can even dine on the beach for a little more quiet time while the dogs play in the water.

Iz so yappy warm weather iz finally here and I getz to go to restaurants with my family! As soon az wez heard Fish Tales waz open, my mommie and daddie jump in da car and zoomed to da beach. Wow, what a cool place dis Fish Tales iz! I liked watchin' the boats from the deck. My mom relaxed in a big deck chair with a glass of wine and dad ordered steamed shrimpz for me. Yummy, I luv their shrimpz. Everyone iz so friendly here. Peoplez came byz to talk to me. I could see kidz playing on da Fish Tales playground - they were havin' lots of fun, while da mommies and daddies dined in da sand. When da sun gotz too hot, we moved to da outside bar rail and sat on bar stools. Not sure what happened next, Iz just chillin' in da shade, feelin' da cool breeze and then... iz...fall...a...zzzzzzzzzzz...

Easton Hair O’ the Dog - Fido is welcome when you need to make a spirits run.

Rehoboth Beach Dogfish Head -Outside deck dining that’s under cover.

Mason’s - Outdoors deck dining.

Lewes Gilligans - Outside deck dining.

The Bartlett Pear - Dogs are permitted on the patio and as guests of the Inn. Oxford Mast Head St. Pier - Offering outside deck dining.

Irish Eyes - Another favorite! On the marina, downtown. Offering a covered porch, ceiling fans, a sports bar and feel good food.

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by John Maniatty, V.M.D.

Rabies: A monster that we can protect ourselves from.

There are two clinical forms of the Rabies is a virus that attacks the disease, dumb and furious. The Dumb brain and spinal chord of mammals.

The most common carriers on the Eastern Shore are raccoons, skunks, foxes, opossums, ground hogs, bats and stray cats. Stray cats are the fourth highest carrier in the state of Maryland. Rabies is passed from the saliva of infected animals via bites or enters through mucous membranes; i.e. nose, mouth, eyes; or wounds. Rarely it is passed through aerosolized virus particles. There have been a couple cases reported of transmission through organ transplants. Once in the body it travels via the nerve fibers to the spine and then to the brain. In the brain the virus replicates at a high rate damaging cells. From the brain it travels to the salivary glands. The continued damage to the brain is what leads to clinical signs.

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form presents as a wobbly walk and the animal sits staring blankly off into space. They may be excessively drooling and nonresponsive when approached. These animals will not act aggressive but other curious animals will approach then sniff and lick exposing themselves to the rabid animals saliva. The saliva of these infected animals can be highly virulent. The furious form is what most people think of when they think of rabies. These infected animals will be out at odd times of the day or in areas they are not normally seen. They will be aggressive and attack real or imaginary prey.

When animals exhibiting either forms are noted, contact your local animal control or police department promptly.

Do not ever try to capture these

animals yourself, due to the risk involved, but try to monitor the animal from a safe distance until the authorities arrive. Testing of these infected animals is very important to know the true incidence of the disease.

Testing requires brain material to be analyzed. Unfortunately animals that are suspect, and have bitten, need to be euthanized and have their brains sent to the lab. For dogs, cats, and ferrets that bite they can be quarantined for 10 days to see if clinical signs develop. For farm animals and other pets it is a case-by-case decision of euthanasia versus quarantine, usually decided by the local health department. During the quarantine if no symptoms are shown then the animal does not have rabies and no further treatment is needed. If symptoms do

show and the brain test positive then treatment needs to be done for those that have been exposed.

Treatment for exposed animals that have been vaccinated for rabies is a rabies booster vaccine and medical treatment for the wound. The booster shot is needed even if your pet received the vaccine in the last month. For those that have not been vaccinated, or the vaccine period has lapsed, then a rabies vaccination and quarantine for 6 months is required. This is because it can take up to 6 months for the disease to progress and clinical signs to show.

Quarantine usually requires a “cage in cage� for dogs or a crate in an isolated room for cats. One person is in charge of taking care of the pet to limit exposure and the of wearing gloves is recommended.

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The Planet Dog Foundation Supports The National Search Dog Teams In Moore, Oklahoma

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he Planet Dog Foundation (PDF), Planet Dog's non-profit grant making organization, was proud to lend a paw to help the people of Moore, Oklahoma after the devastating tornado. PDF donated $1,000 to the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation (SDF) to help support their search dog teams that have been deployed to assist in the recovery efforts.

“The National Disaster Search Dog Foundation (SDF) search dog teams are playing a major role in locating survivors and we are thankful we are able to donate funds to help support their lifesaving efforts,” says Kristen Smith, the Executive Director of the Planet Dog Foundation. “We couldn’t do it without the support from our customers whose purchases help raise money for PDF and enable us to provide grants to support the amazing ways service dogs are helping people in need,” adds Smith.

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In 2012, PDF awarded a $10,000 grant to SDF to sponsor a new search dog team that is currently in training and based in Albany, New York. “The search dog team we fund will not be deployed to Oklahoma so we decided to award SDF an emergency grant to support the search dog teams that are already assisting in the recovery efforts,” says Smith.

The Planet Dog Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Planet Dog, the globally recognized designer and developer of innovative, high-quality and award-winning dog products that enhance the lifestyle people share with their canine companions. Planet Dog is proud to donate 2% of all purchases of Planet Dog products to PDF to provide cash and in-kind product donations to exemplary canine service programs nationwide.

PDF recently announced over $71,000 in new grants to 16 canine service organizations across the country including other search and rescue organizations.

To learn more about PDF and all of the programs the non-profit supports, visit www. planetdogfoundation.org.

Continued from page 11 For humans that are exposed the treatment is a series of 5 injections over fourteen days. On day 1, a rabies immunoglobulin injection and a rabies vaccine are given. The rabies immunoglobulin injection is given near the bite wound and gives immediate protection against rabies. This is needed because it takes time for your body to respond to the vaccine and produce antibodies that in the long run should knock out the virus. Symptoms of rabies in humans are headache, agitation, anxiety, confusion, excessive salivation, difficulty swallowing, and fear of water, secondary to the difficulty swallowing, hallucinations, insomnia and partial paralysis.

Unfortunately, clinical signs are not seen until the disease has progressed significantly and death usually occurs in a matter of a few days after the onset of symptoms. If suspected exposure has occurred contact your doctor and start treatment immediately.

Rabies is a very devastating disease but one that is very treatable. The best treatment is prevention with routine vaccination by a licensed veterinarian. You can contact the local health department for a list of clinics in your area.

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Dog Noms

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hen it comes to selecting a good dog food, "good, better and best" are subjective. There are mountains of dog food reviews, websites, articles, chat rooms, studies and proclaimed experts ready to promote their brand as better than the rest. Every pet store, vet's office, feed store, breeder and friend will claim their food is spectacular verging on magical. Every bag on the shelf will claim superior all natural ingredients, "Made from the tears of angels, Ultra awesome Schwarzenegger protein, Ube¨r organic vegetables,” and "All the Grandma loving goodness your dog deserves."

How can each be correct? The truth is they can't. Sometimes the household budget and the convenience of picking up a massive bag of chow when buying your toilet paper, office supplies or a new pair of sunglasses can be just as important as the ingredients in the food you purchase. As a rule of thumb the "best" food for your dog is the 14

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best food YOU can afford. If you have the means to hire a personal chef to prepare fresh made-to-order meals for your dog "God bless you," but if mass market is in your range here are a few simple guidelines to remember.

The first thing you need to do before feeding your dog's muscles is to use YOUR muscles. Do that by flipping the bags over and know the difference between the first main ingredients.

For example, fresh chicken, chicken meal, and chicken by-product, are all three proteins, but some more pure then others. The only major difference between the first two is water and cost, provided you are looking at quality “meal.”

Don't be fooled by clever marketing.

Most owners want to do the best they can for their pet. When manufacturers place "fresh" ingredients on the label, pet owners think it is better.

Not necessarily so! Pound for pound, chicken meal contains four times the amount of protein than fresh chicken.

Additionally, there is no difference in the digestibility of the two ingredients, depending on the quality of the meal.

So why use fresh chicken?

Ingredients on your pet food bag are in descending order of inclusion. Fresh chicken is 75% water; water weighs 8 lbs. per gallon and therefore will be listed first. Chicken meal is less than 10% water. What do you want for your pet, chicken or water? By-product, as the name implies, is all the slaughterhouse scraps that offer very little nutritional value and without question is NOT something you want in your dog’s food.

To complicate things even further there are inferior “meals” as well.

Since manufactures don’t often reveal the actual nature of the ingredients they use, there are two important rules that can assist you in choosing a quality “meal.” Avoid any food that fails to specify the “meal” type. The label should clearly specify “Chicken Meal, Beef Meal, Venison Meal,” you get the picture. Inferior “meals” are things like “Meat Meal, Animal Meal, Chicken By-Product Meal, Meat and Bone Meal,” even “Poultry Meal” are all undesirable “Meals” and have no place in a healthy diet.

Try to remember, you will never see a wolf pack attack a corn field in any animal documentaries on Animal Planet. Therefore, corn and corn derivatives have no business in your dog's diet. Manufacturers use corn as an inexpensive filler to hold everything together and to add bulk. It makes you think you are getting more for your money and allowing you to

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Artificial colorings are not found in quality kibble.

pick up an 80 pound bag of food for $25 which seems awesome! However, when you look on a deeper level; that 80 pound bag is mostly things you don't need; therefore you use more product to feed your dog and more to meet his/her nutritional needs. A higher quality food appears to cost more up front but you actually feed LESS kibble. Bite for bite your dog get's more pure nutrition. The 40 pound bag of superior quality food for $50.00 will last just as long, assuming you don't over love your dog and overfeed. An additional welcome benefit of removing those useless fillers is smaller "piles" and less to pick up in your backyard‌BONUS!!

Real food is soft, chewy and colorful but your dog food shouldn't be.

Any dry dog kibble that has different colored pieces and promotes soft and chewy bites means nothing more than added color dyes and preservatives.

That's how they stay chewy. Your dog doesn't need them so why pay for them? Plus, just like the corn fillers, it all comes out in the end.

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the third, so feeding your dog the same protein every day for 14 years is like you eating a hotdog every meal for your entire life. Most manufacturers use the same base formula across brand lines. Choose a brand that has other flavor options. By staying with the same brand, you can transition to other "flavors" without dramatic stomach distress. This can occur switching to an entirely new formula from a new manufacturer. For example, after an interval of Chicken try the same brand in Lamb. Varying your protein will keep picky eaters interested and propagates the natural flora in the digestive track. It is believed more good bacteria may help in the battle against allergies, digestive inflammation, support healthy skin and coat, as well as broaden the entire nutritional spectrum your dog deserves.

So the next time you stand bewildered by all the choices and screaming claims, just remember "Fresh" isn't always what it seems, wolves are NOT the natural predator of corn, real food has color but dog food shouldn't and variety is the spice of life.

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Cool Summer Treats Frozen Yogurt Pupsicles 1/2 cup of yogurt 1/2 a banana 1 Tbl. peanut butter 2 Tbl. low fat milk 1/2 can of pumpkin Pour all ingredients into the blender and mix well. Fill Dixie cups 1/2 full and freeze 4 hours. After the 4 hour freeze is complete, top each cup with a layer of pumpkin. Cover with saran wrap and insert a healthy hard dog cookie/stick through the top, to serve as a stick. If you are preparing these for small/toy dogs.

The small cups take-out restaurants use for condiments make a great size treat for the little guys. WARNINGdo not use popsicle sticks. They are a chewing hazard for any dog. They are not digestible and splinters can result in emergency surgery.

Variation 2 - 6 oz. containers of plain yogurt 2 Tbl. honey 2 Tbl. peanut butter 1/3 cup applesauce

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Frozen Yogurt Drops By far the easiest to make, simply pipe yogurt onto a cookie sheet and freeze. Serving size is easily adjusted here for the size of your dog. You can add flavor by adding your doggies favorite fruits and veggies before piping.

Cheese N’ Cheddar Fill Dixie cups or and ice cube tray with cottage cheese. Add a small piece of Cheddar cheese to the center of each cup or cube. Freeze approximately 4 hours.

Note: Always supervise your dog when treats are served!

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A Message from Homeland Security About Storm Preparedness And Your Pet. PREPARE

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ust as you do with your family’s emergency supply kit, think first about the basics for survival, particularly food and water. Consider two kits. In one, put everything you and your pets will need to stay where you are. The other should be a lightweight, smaller version you can take with you if you and your pets have to get away. Plus, be sure to review your kits regularly to ensure that their contents, especially foods and medicines, are fresh.

Medicines and medical records. Keep an extra supply of medicines your pet takes on a regular basis in a waterproof container.

Food. Keep at least three days of food in an airtight, waterproof container.

First aid kit. Talk to your veterinarian about what is most appropriate for your pet’s emergency medical needs. Most kits should include cotton bandage rolls, bandage tape and scissors; antibiotic ointment; flea and tick prevention; latex gloves, isopropyl alcohol and saline solution. Include a pet first aid reference book. Put favorite toys, treats or bedding in your kit.

Familiar items can help reduce stress for your pet.

Water. Store at least three days of water specifically for your pets, in addition to water you need for yourself and your family.

Collar with ID tag, harness or leash.

Your pet should wear a collar with its rabies tag and identification at all times. Include a backup leash, collar

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and ID tag in your pet’s emergency supply kit. In addition, place copies of your pet’s registration information, adoption papers, vaccination documents and medical records in a clean plastic bag or waterproof container and also add them to your kit. You should also consider talking with your veterinarian about permanent identification such as microchipping, and enrolling your pet in a recovery database.

A picture of you and your pet together. If you become separated from your pet during an emergency, a picture of you and your pet together will help you document ownership and allow others to assist you in identifying your pet. Include detailed information about species, breed, age, sex, color and distinguishing characteristics.

Crate or other pet carrier. If you need to evacuate in an emergency situation take your pets and animals with you provided that it is practical to do so. In many cases, your ability to do so will be aided by having a sturdy, safe, comfortable crate or carrier ready for transporting your pet. The carrier should be large enough for your pet to stand, turn around and lie down.

Sanitation. Include pet litter and litter box if appropriate, newspapers, paper towels, plastic trash bags and household chlorine bleach to provide for your pet’s sanitation needs. You can bleach as a disinfectant (dilute nine parts water to one part bleach), or in an emergency you can also use it to purify water. Use 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented or color safe bleaches, or those with added cleaners.

PLAN

Be prepared to assess the situation.

Use whatever you have on hand to take care of yourself and ensure your pet’s safety during an emergency. Depending on your circumstances and the nature of the emergency the first important decision is whether you stay put or get away. You should understand and plan for both possibilities.

Use common sense and the information you are learning here to determine if there is immediate danger. In any emergency, local authorities may or may not immediately be able to provide information on what is happening and what you should do. However, watch TV, listen to the radio or check the Internet for instructions. If you’re specifically told to evacuate, shelterin-place or seek medical treatment, do so immediately.

Create a plan to get away. Plan how you will assemble your pets and anticipate where you will go. If you must evacuate, take your pets with you if practical. If you go to a public shelter, keep in mind your animals may not be allowed inside. Secure appropriate lodging in advance depending on the number and type of animals in your care. Consider family or friends willing to take in you and your pets in an emergency. Other options may include: a hotel or motel that takes pets or a boarding facility, such as a kennel or veterinary hospital that is near an evacuation facility or your family’s meeting place. Find out before an emergency happens if any of these facilities in your area might be viable options for you and your pets.

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Continued From Page 22 A Message From Homeland Security on Emergency Preparedness

Develop a buddy system. Plan with neighbors, friends or relatives to make sure that someone is available to care for or evacuate your pets if you are unable to do so. Talk with your pet care buddy about your evacuation plans and show them where you keep your pet’s emergency supply kit. Also designate specific locations, one in your immediate neighborhood and another farther away, where you will meet in an emergency.

Gather contact information for emergency animal treatment.

Make a list of contact information and addresses of area animal control agencies including the Humane Society or SPCA, and emergency veterinary hospitals. Keep one copy of these phone numbers with you and one in your pet’s emergency supply kit.

Obtain “Pets Inside” stickers and place them on your doors or windows, including information on the number and types of pets in your home to alert firefighters and rescue workers.

Consider putting a phone number on the sticker where you could be reached in an emergency. And, if time permits, remember to write the words “Evacuated with Pets” across the stickers, should you flee with your pets.

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STAY INFORMED Stay Informed Know About Types of Emergencies.

Some of the things you can do to prepare for the unexpected, such as assembling an emergency supply kit for yourself, your family and your pets, is the same regardless of the type of emergency. However, it’s important to stay informed about what might happen and know what types of emergencies are likely to affect your region as well as emergency plans that have been established by your state and local government. For more information about how to prepare, visit www.ready. gov or call 1-800-BE-READY. Be prepared to adapt this information to your personal circumstances and make every effort to follow instructions received from authorities on the scene. With these simple preparations, you can be ready for the unexpected. Those who take the time to prepare themselves and their pets will likely encounter less difficulty, stress and worry. Take the time now to get yourself and your pet ready.

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DASH Rescue A Dachshund and Small Hound Rescue

by Polly Elliott

DASH

Rescue in Pocomoke, MD is a rescue facility focused on specific breed/size dogs. Their mission is to serve and protect Dachshund’s and small hounds. The rescue provides shelter, medical care, lots of love, human companionship and stability for abandoned and neglected dogs until a permanent home can be established. The rescue also endeavors to educate the public about the plight of homeless animals, the horrors of puppy mills, and the growing need for warm loving adoptive families.

There are many breed specific rescues across the county. Many are networked to move dogs long distances in search of the correct “furever” home. Healthy vibrant dogs are often rescued from the “kill list” at shelters with a large numbers of dogs. By networking breed specific dogs, these rescues have a high rate of success.

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What is the “correct” furever home?

Breed specific rescues, in particular, seek homes where dogs are treated as family, that are puppy/dog safe, homes with a safe outdoor environment or opportunities to be walked several times a day, and the high probability that the dog will be able to be a part of that home for the duration of his lifespan. Breed specific rescues often conduct a home visit, just to look over the dog’s potential home environment. This visit is not to “white glove” your home, but to assist you

in reviewing your home for hidden doggie dangers and to discuss things you may not have thought of regarding the dogs care. The ultimate goal is for a successful transition for the rescue dog. Remember many dogs that have been rescued from the “last day” at a large facility, have been under a great deal of stress. Small rescues make every effort to minimize any additional emotional difficulties. This high level of personal service should in no way indicate that large shelters simply move dogs in and out and to just any home, rather much like any small business, small rescues are customer/ dog service oriented and have the man power to conduct the home visits.

If you are in search of a new family member or in particular a Dachshund or small hound, visit DASH’s website www.dashrescue.net. Here you can browse the gallery of dogs available for adoption, read a bit about their background and their current availability status. Often dogs in the network have been rescued from a facility out of the area and may have completed travel plans ultimately residing with a foster parent. Exploring the option of a “fostered” dog is wonderful because the foster parent/family can tell you lots of little things about the dog; likes, dislikes, habits etc., again providing a smooth transition for both the dog and new family.

Many dogs find themselves at shelters through no fault of their own.

Dogs arrive there because of the death of their human, military relocation and a variety of reasons. Lots of great dogs suddenly find themselves displaced and in need of a new family. If the dogs are injured or in need of rehabili-

tation, they reside with foster families until they are ready for a furever home.

Small rescues often offer a very personal adoption experience. They take the time to get to know you and may even suggest a different dog than you originally inquired about, as a better fit. Perhaps you have small children and the dog you first discovered isn’t very child friendly, but there is one is a near-by state that you might find just as wonderful and who is great with children. Because they are networked, they can arrange for that dog to travel to your area for a visit. Perhaps you saw a brown dog on the website, but really wanted a black one. Often breed specific rescues can locate that dog for you and everyone wins. With thousands of dogs in the system at any given time, sometimes it’s simply a matter of making the right connection to find your new family member.

For more on the DASH Rescue, to make a donation, or apply to be a foster parent, visit their website www. dashrescue.net or call 410-726-2746.

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Georgetown Shelter, DESPCA Gets New Doggie “Digs”

by Sandy Phillips

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orty-one years ago the Delaware SPCA opened it’s doors in Georgetown. The shelter has seen thousands of dogs over the years from all walks of life. There have been lots of volunteers as well, and lots of changes over the years. When Linda Palmer signed on, as a volunteer, she too saw a need at the shelter for even more change.

If your reading this article you are no stranger to the large amounts of rainfall on the shore this past winter and the resulting mud. The outside runs at the Georgetown shelter had just reached their limits. “Our dogs enjoy daily outdoor time, all of our dogs, says Volunteer and Development Coordinator, Joanne Murphy. When our shelter is full, we can house up to 85 dogs, that’s a large amount of foot traffic on the grounds, both canine and human. It can also be difficult on everyone when the dogs come in muddy and wet.”

Linda began her persuit for change with a phone call to her nephew, Brian Rowe of Rowe Property Maintenance in Selbyville. Together they came up with a plan that would not only provide the canine residents with some dry area outside, but with the help of contractor William Troyer, of T & T Contracting in Marydel, they would design some truly beautiful “doggie digs!”

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While the professionals were busy planning the design, Linda began the fundraising and in less than one month they had raised enough to begin the project.

Soon concrete walkways were being added to the existing runs, and between runs a new sidewalk for both humans and canines to travel to and from the housing facility. All generously provided by T & T. For other runs, crush and run stone and “Trex” decking was installed to keep the dogs off the ground. Sod began to appear and a new in ground irrigation system donated by Rowe Property Maintenance for a job truly done right. More volunteers brought in mulch, then flowers and small bushes began to appear near the

runs. “When this is completed, it will look truly wonderful!” says Joanne, “Our volunteers are just amazing and can really make things happen for the pets here at the shelter. We are so fortunate. This will be not only a great place for the dogs, but for those volunteers who make it all happen. We are so excited!” She continues.

DU asked Joanne, what’s next for the shelter and her reply was very humble. Next they would like to address an expansion of the “free roaming cat room. “So that fewer cats are in cages for long periods of time,” says Joanne. “We like to think our pets are here only for a transition in life and we would like to make their stay as pleasant as possible while they are here. Some shelter dogs are with us for only a few days, others will transition in foster care. We do have a few dogs that need to be the only dog in the family so they tend to stay with us a bit longer, until we find the right fit for

them. We have a large number of great dogs come through our doors and our placement rate averages 95.7%+,” she says.

You too can be a part of the great things happening at the DESPCA Georgetown. Donations of all kinds are accepted. Food, blankets, toys etc...and of course your time. Remember no donation is too small and everyone is welcome. Cash donations are very helpful and can be earmarked for a particular project, so you know just how your money is being spent.

The shelter also has a special “second chance” fund for pets that arrive in need of more advanced medical care.

Monies in that account are used solely to pay for their medical treatment and a new lease on life. To be sure your contributions find it to the correct fund, simply add the name of the fund to the memo line of your check.

For more contact Joanne at the shelter by calling 302-856-6361.

Howard relaxing in the old accommodations, while Faith enjoys some time in the new lush green grass. Both dogs are available for adoption.

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Tick Wise W

From the CDC

hile adult ticks are the easiest to identify by species, immature stages of ticks may also transmit some pathogens. In addition, male and female ticks of the same species may look different.

Of the many different tick species found throughout the world, only a select few bite and transmit disease to humans.

This map provides general insight into the expected distribution of ticks that cause disease in the contiguous United States. (Populations of ticks may be found outside noted areas.)

Naturally occurring populations of the ticks described below do not occur in Alaska, however, the brown dog tick is endemic in Hawaii.

American Dog Tick American dog tick (Dermacentor variabilis) is the most commonly identified species responsible for transmitting Rickettsia rickettsii, which causes Rocky Mountain spotted fever in humans. The American dog tick can also transmit tularemia. This tick is widely distributed east of the Rocky Mountains and also occurs in limited areas on the Pacific Coast. D. variabilis lar28 DU Summer I 2013

vae and nymphs feed on small rodents.

Dogs and medium-sized mammals are the preferred hosts of adult D. variabilis, although it feeds readily on other large mammals, including humans.

Blacklegged Tick The blacklegged tick (Ixodes scapularis), commonly known as a "deer tick," can transmit the organisms responsible for anaplasmosis, babesiosis, and Lyme disease. This tick is widely distributed in the northeastern and upper midwestern United States.

I. scapularis larvae and nymphs feed on small mammals and birds, while adults feed on larger mammals and will bite humans on occasion. It is important to note that the pathogen that causes Lyme disease is maintained by wild rodent and other small mammal reservoirs, and is not transmitted everywhere that the blacklegged tick lives. In some regions, particularly in the southern U.S., the tick has very different feeding habits that make it an unlikely vector in the spread of human disease.

Brown Dog Tick The brown dog tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus) has recently been identified as a reservoir of R. rickettsii, causing Rocky Mountain spotted fever, in the southwestern U.S. and along the U.S-Mexico border. Brown dog ticks are found throughout the U.S. and the world. Dogs are the primary host for the brown dog tick for each of its life stages, although the tick may also bite humans or other mammals.

Lone Star Tick The lone star tick (Amblyomma americanum) transmits Ehrlichia chaffeensis and Ehrlichia ewingii, causing human ehrlichiosis, tularemia, and STARI. The lone star tick is primarily found in the southeastern and eastern United States. White-tailed deer are a major host of lone star ticks and appear to represent one natural reservoir for E. chaffeensis. A. americanum larvae and nymphs feed on birds and deer. Both nymphal and adult ticks may be associated with the transmission of pathogens to humans.

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ccording to the National Capital Lyme Disease Association, animals are in danger of contracting tick-borne diseases, and indirectly exposing humans, by bringing infected ticks into the home. Tick-borne diseases in animals can cause symptoms ranging from lethargy and lameness, to paralysis and death. Tick-borne diseases shared by dogs and humans are Lyme disease, Ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and Babesiosis.

Regular tick checks for dogs and cats are as important as they are for humans. Be sure to examine between the animal’s toes, behind its ears, under its armpits and around the tail and head, as these are common sites of tick attachment. Use a brush to facilitate checks. Check with your veterinarian for tick control products and/or a Lyme vaccine that they consider safe for your animal.

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Doggie “Loot”

Loot-(MerriamWebster)-A collection of valued objects

Urban Puppy Tags Tired of the old standard dog tag?

Visit Urban Puppy on Etsy.com They make “really cool tags for your furry friends.”

Each tag is handmade from quality metals. The creations will stand up to the life of a ball fetching waterdog with little wear to show. Just ask DU dog Marla! Her tag is over a year old and with a little toothpaste, at cleaning time, looks brand new.

Prices vary by style. —Etsy.com

DU Dog Zoe has this tiny silver tag!

Of course Mr. Darcy has an Urban Puppy tag too. You can clearly see his on the cover of this issue, sporting his owners favorite sport. There are so many to choose from.

Which one is right for your dog?

DU Favorite

DU Favorite

Glowdoggie The Glowdoggie™ is extremely robust, 100% waterproof (not merely waterresistant) and guaranteed to last at least two years. At home in the harshest of climates and used by K-9 Search & Rescue units around the world, Glowdoggie™ LED dog collars are the perfect way to keep your dogs seen and safe, whatever the conditions...along city streets, off leash in the park, on your property, out in the countryside or on the water.

The Glowdoggie’s superior German-made quality and advanced electronics make it, quite simply, the finest lighted dog collar available in the market today.

Prices vary with style and size.

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Summer is time to get a Fido Float!

Conditions that cause a dog to fall into the water may also impair his swimming ability or prevent humans from getting him out of the water. The Fido Float fulfills a need to keep dogs safe in the water. The Floats provide added buoyancy for swim support, strategically placed assistance handles help lift dogs out of the water, and the bright color panels ensure your dog’s visibility on or off shore. Prices vary with size and style.

DU Favorite

Planet Dog, Orbee Tuff Mazee Clearly engaging, clearly rewarding, clearly fun!

A fresh take on the stimulating puzzle craze. This interactive brain teaser is designed for long-lasting play. With a pliable, Orbee-TuffÂŽ outer shell, and unique inner maze. Stuff it with Planet Dog eats and enjoy!

To clean, fill with hot water, shake vigorously and rinse. Non-toxic, recyclable and 100% guaranteed.

MSRP: $16.95

H2O4K9 New from H2O4K9, a 9.5 oz travel bottle for smaller dog or short trips.

This innovative, modern stainless steel bottle is complete with a cap that serves as a drinking bowl. The bottle tucks easily in your purse or backpack and fits in many car cupholders. Also available in a 25 oz size for the big guys. MRSP $9.99 for the small container and $14.99 for the larger size.

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by Sandy Honess

Delmarva’s Own, Daisey & Dolley

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Bed Bug Scent Detection Dogs

elmarva Unleashed’s first encounter with Daisey, a very cute tri-color beagle, was 2-years ago at the Ocean City’s Hotel Motel & Restaurant Association’s annual trade show.

Fast forward to today, and Daisey is still working in many of Delmarva’s proactive hotels inspecting at regular intervals to locate bed bugs before a guest encounters them. Daisey has been so successful, that Ladybug Pest Management’s owners, Sandy and Frank Honess added a second canine to their bedbug inspection team, Dolley.

Hello Dolley, goodbye bed bugs!

Dolley, a tan and white beagle, joined the Ladybug team last year and now works together with Daisey. Sandy and Frank both handle the canines and work Daisey and Dolley as a team.

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team work instills a great amount of confidence in the client that the dogs are doing their job,” she continues.

With the summer season upon us and hundreds of thousands of tourists coming into the beach area accommodations, bed bugs are an unwanted pest that can easily hitchhike to town with travelers. They can even enter lodging facilities with employees who have an undiscovered problem at home.

“We have witnessed Daisey and Dolley alert on hotel furniture, insistent that a bed bug was present. Once we broke down the furniture, one live adult bed bug was discovered, hidden in the sliding metal track on the side of the drawer,” says Honess. “A housekeeping attendant would have found it very difficult to have located one bed bug during routine cleaning. In the last few years, Daisey and Dolley have also discovered numerous solitary bed bugs and prevented the start

of an outbreak. Hotels and businesses that take a proactive, not a reactive approach to the bed bug issue, see the benefit of hiring Daisey & Dolley.”

Travelers should not be the first to find the bugs. According to Ladybug Pest Management, Daisey and Dolley have reduced bed bug levels in these same hotels and businesses by 50% with regular inspection.

“Landlords that rent properties are protecting themselves by having Daisey and Dolley inspect for bed bugs when a tenant moves out. While the apartment is empty it can be ‘certified’ bed bug alert free. They are then issued a ‘Certificate of Inspection’ which documents the findings of the canine inspection, as well as our visual findings as pest management professionals, specializing in bed bugs,” say Honess. “The inspection provides the Landlord and/or property management company peace of mind and protection from potential future litigation.”

Locating bed bugs never gets old for the canine Ladybug team. “It still amazes us when Daisey and Dolley are ‘spot on’ with their findings,” says Sandy. “They truly are the stars of Ladybug Pest Management.”

A dog’s nose is 10,000 times more receptive than a human nose.

Scent Detection Dogs can clear a single hotel room of bed bugs in less time than via any other method used today.

A canine’s nose is also used as an inspection tool for bombs and drugs by law enforcement. Scent Detection Dogs even inspect Air Force One, before each takeoff.

Daisey and Dolley have found bed bugs in pull-out sofa beds, dresser drawer metal tracks, underneath night stands and on the carpet, behind baseboards, in and under torn wallpaper, behind headboards, in box spring corners and in torn encasements. Could they be hiding in your home? Call 443-359-1195.

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DU Doggie Socials

Delmarva dogs out and about across the peninsula.

What has your dog done lately?

Lylah swimming with her bumper at a Dock Dog competition in BiValve.

Charcoal playing a round of frisbee on Assateague.

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Maiya visiting Pemberton Park, Salisbury.

Your dog could appear in the DU Doggie Socials!

Send us high resolution photos of your dog having fun on the Peninsula. Be sure to include your dogs name and the location of the photo to be eligible. Email them to grandlivingmag @verizon.net, or post your photos on our Facebook page!

Chloe enjoying a boat ride on Assawoman Bay, Ocean City.

Alice enjoying the day at Rehoboth Beach.

Lady smiling big for the new DU Doggie Socials.

Ozie and Armani in Assateague National Park

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Rascalboy on the Nanticoke River

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Riley in Parsonsburg.

Millie at Matapeake Park.

Sampson in the surf on Assateague.

Maggie on the beach in OC.

Onyx at a Dock Dog Competition in BiValve.

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Hot Spots

by Marie Knottingham

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ot Spots are not “Wi-Fi” for pets, but a canine and feline condition of the skin. A more technical term is “acute moist dermatitis.”

Hot Spots are characterized by raw, moist, circular shaped lesions which are inflamed. They are typically painful, and commonly found on the pets head, along the front of the chest and in the hip area of the hind quarters.

However they can occur in almost any location on the body.

Pets will typically lick and scratch Hot Spots causing further irritation and increasing the risk of infection.

Hot Spots are often caused by allergies, flea or other insect bites, poor grooming or from some injury that compromised the integrity of the skin.

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a trip to the vet is a must. Your vet can perform a skin scraping confirming the presence of a Hot Spot or of some other skin aliment. If you suspect, infection may be present in the Hot Spot, schedule an appointment. Advanced or severe episodes may require oral antibiotics, anti-inflammatories or even painkillers.

Care includes the identification and treatment of the underlying cause.

Dogs or cats that continue to lick Hot Spots may require an Elizabethan or E- Collar to prevent further irritation.

Today there are also alternatives to the typical E-Collar that your pet may find much more comfortable. Ask your vet about which device is right for your specific situation.

Home care will require keeping the affected area a clean as possible and allowing air to reach the site to aid in healing. Part of the challenge with a Hot Spot is that often detergents/soaps used to clean the area can cause further irritation. Recently the Vermont Soap company has released a “Hot Spot Oil” for pets that offers relief after cleaning the area. This eco-friendly, herbal preparation is “guaranteed,” by the company to provide relief with just one application. Vermont Soap also offers an organic pet shampoo for dogs with sensitive skin for routine care.

Delmarva Unleashed tried the Hot Spot Oil on a DU kitty with skin challenges and found great success. MRSP is $12 for a 1 oz. tester or $19.99 for a 2 oz. bottle.

To Adopt on the Peninsula...

A Pet for Life www.apetforlife.org Salisbury, MD 410-677-0776

One Dog More Rescue www.onedogmore.org Dover, DE 302-632-6680

Beached Paws Rescue & Hospice www.ocboardwalkpets.com Ocean City, MD 443-397-5427

Talbot Humane www.talbothumane.org Easton, MD 410-822-0107

Chesapeake Cats & Dogs www.chesapeakecatsanddogs.org Stevensville, MD 410-643-9955

Wicomico Humane www.wicomicohumane.org Salisbury, MD 410-749-7603

DASH Rescue www.dashrescue.net Pocomoke, MD

Worcester County Animal Control www.co.worcester.md.us/wsco/ animalctrl.aspx Snow Hill, MD 410-632-1340

Delaware SPCA Georgetown www.delspca.org Georgetown, DE 302-856-6361

Worcester Humane www.worcestercountyhumanesociety.com Ocean City 410-213-0146

Mid-Atlantic Great Dane Rescue League www.magdrl.org 410-945-5454

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