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THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR RELEASE TIME

by Lori Bankson, Curator of Animals Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary Here at the Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary, Fall is an extraordinary time for wildlife rehabilitation! Not only do we see young birds in flight, young mammals setting up food caches for the winter, and young turtles finding a good mud spot to hibernate in, we also celebrate a wildlife rehabber’s greatest achievement — Release Time! Fall is a great time of year to release animals that have been with you all summer with injuries or illnesses that meet the requirements to be successful back into the wild, especially for birds of prey. Birds of prey, such as hawks, eagles, and falcons, are not as territorial in fall as during the spring nesting season. So how do these animals get to this point of healthy release?

The Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary admits nearly 5,000 orphaned, injured, and ill animals from the general public annually. The birds of prey come in with a variety of ailments, from illness, such as botulism, to injuries, such as gunshot wounds, hitting windows, or hitting cars, to becoming separated from their parents from a storm or wind knocking them out of the nest.

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EDITORS NOTES

ABOUT OUR COVER MODEL

”Tom”, who was strutting through my yard, had to be photographed, since he was showing off so much! He reminded me of my pet turkey I had growing up on a farm in rural Seymour, who was always looking for a handout, so he was always following you around.

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1 - The Most Wonderful time of the Year - Release Time

by L. Bankson

5 - About our Cover Model Editors Notes 6 - Holistic & Natural Options for You & Your Pets hosted by C. Larson hosted by K. Hoelzel

8 - November Calendar 9 - Ask Scrappy!

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10 - We (People) all Scream for Ice Cream from The Practical Pet Vet

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from WI DNR

Whooping Crane Chicks to be Released to the Wild Later this Week from WI DNR

13 - Mulch & Compost this Fall to Protect Air Quality & Enrich Your Lawn and Garden from WI DNR

Cooperative Agreement brings Sturgeon to Menominee Tribal Reservation from WI DNR

14 - Photos from the Amazing Grace Equine Sanctuary’s Open House in August Coming in Decemeber 15 - Pebbles in the Pond

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16 - Photos of your Pets 17 - Impulse Control... Does Your Dog have it?

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HOLISTIC AND NATURAL OPTIONS FOR YOU AND YOUR PETS REALLY THANKFUL!

HELPING YOUR CAT TRANSITION TO NEW FOOD

by Karey Hoelzel, Holistic & Natural Columnist h&n-khoezel@petjournalmidwest.com

by Cheryl Larson, Holistic & Natural Columnist h&n-clarson@petjournalmidwest.com

It all seemed innocent enough, our “Bling Bling” collars taking center stage, annual pilgrimage to the trade show in there was more of a focus on healthy Chicago. treats and food, innovative snacks, very interesting new ideas in nutrition, finally!

Arrived at our hotel about 11:00 pm Thursday night and landed a room on You could almost swear you were the 8th floor. looking at high end, bistro style organic and holistic food designed for us bi-peds My comment to my bff and regular to enjoy. traveling companion was, “there aren’t enough sheets in that room to tie toWe found some amazing people, gether to get out of there alive”, (ha ha.) friendly, with green bean and carrot Be careful what you wish for. That com- chips that were spectacular. Had we ment would come back to haunt us. known what a major disaster Friday night’s meal out was going to be, we A glass of wine and some snacks nei- would have had supper at the K-9 booth. ther one of us needed later, we headed up to our 8th floor perch to prepare for I have a bunch of their product coming the next day’s treasure hunt for natu- and can hardly wait for it to arrive. It is ral treats, new toys and the latest and truly human edible and the dogs gave it greatest in excellent dog and cat nutri- a hardy paws up! tion.

People friendly packaging, almost remAfter an early breakfast of not real hot iniscent of the old mom and pop general scrambled eggs, bacon of questionable store style comfort foods is making a lineage, over the hill cantaloupe, and comeback, and I for one kinda like that didn’t stay hot till we got to a table po- homegrown, homemade, comfortable tato cubes, we were off to the conven- look that some of the more consumer tion center across the street from our friendly family companies have revived. hotel, “blue hair” carts in tow, our trusty canvas bags for all the free samples of More foods are now grain free and goodies we can snare and our own bot- considered fit for human consumption tled water, (we found out years ago that quality, I like that very much. In my Chicago water leaves a lot to be desired opinion, for my pack, if I can’t eat it, I’m in the taste department) and if you need not feeding it to them. to buy bottles water, it’s usually around five dollars for 12 ounces – ouch! ShopObviously, us humans can’t consume ping is thirsty work. bones and the steer stick style chews (no Rawhides). That’s a no brainer, but This year, the “flavor” of the trade you understand the point I’m making. show had changed, no longer were the “She She Poo Poo” dog clothes and see HANKFUL on page 7

I really want to address the difficulties encountered when you decide to change your cat’s food. Maybe you have decided to improve your cat’s diet, or your cat has a health situation or allergy and needs to eat new food. Sometimes it is as simple as wanting to add more moisture or less fish into your feline’s dinner bowl. I believe strongly in food rotation for our pets, to more closely imitate the variety found in nature, however even this change to a more interesting diet is difficult for feline companions.

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First, it helps to understand why cats do not like to change foods. Many people tell me their cat is finicky or picky. While everyone has foods they prefer over others, animals in the wild consume game that they have hunted and don’t turn it down because of taste. Carnivores like the taste of meat! Cats are “finicky” because they imprint on the food their mother fed them when they were young.

Eating food that your mother taught you is safe makes good sense in the wild. If something doesn’t look, smell and taste like food your mother fed you, it probably isn’t appropriate food. Many kittens are now weaned to food that people have chosen for them, so the kitten imprints on those foods. This food may have a lot of carbohydrates, be hard and crunchy, X shapes or O’s, or only a single protein (chicken). The kitten will identify those features and determine that this is what should be eaten.

A cat that has been eating the same food or type of food for years can be convinced to try new things, it may just take more commitment and creativity from you. Letting your cat taste a variety of appropriate, healthy food helps you to learn what your cat really enjoys. I use scrambled eggs, cheese, yogurt, pieces of cooked meat, tomatoes, peanuts, vegetables, and many fruits as treats or little tastes. Be sure to have a list of foods that are not appropriate for felines handy. Knowing which foods your cat really loves, will help you change to a food that has those ingredients or use them to entice eating a new flavor.

Changing to a new kibble is easier if you stick with the same protein as your old brand and then introduce a new protein in the new brand later.

The recommended method is a little of the new food mixed with the old food slowly increasing the new and decreasing the old. It is okay if your cat transitions quickly and leaves behind the old food. Sometimes it is just that simple.

Cats that eat kibble, with some canned food can ease the transition to the new brand of kibble with the help of the new brand’s canned food. The brand can have a common smell and taste that will help cats switch. Most cats accept the new food after they have tasted it and made sure they felt okay after eating it; the real trick is getting the first taste in.

Often, putting just the tiniest taste in with the regular food is enough for the One of the most important tips for cat to identify a new taste it and deem feeding kittens becomes, feed a wide it safe, than you can begin to increase variety of foods when they are young! the amount.

Dr. Karen Becker recently wrote a great see OOD on page 7 article on this. I prefer that my cats eat a raw biologically appropriate diet; however, I also need them to try new foods and test them out for the store. I make sure every meal is different, moistened UBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS dry kibble, dehydrated or freeze-dried, TO OUR OLISTIC AND canned and raw. I also vary the protein sources (meat, and eggs, very little ATURAL COLUMNISTS fish), veggies, and supplements. Variety should also be introduced in types of If you have a question for any of our dishes (stainless steel, ceramic-not from Holistic and Natural Columnists, please China, bowls and plates), location of use the email address at the top of their meals, and times of day. We often see respective columns or you can mail your cats that will not try a new food in their letter to the Pet Journal mailbox (please food dish, but will happily steal it off of list an Attn: line with the columnist that a serving spoon on the kitchen counter! you would like to answer your message: In reality, the new location and utensil are what make the difference for your Pet Journal cat. This is something to try when introAttn: <insert columnists name> ducing a new food.

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With moist foods, the “allowing the cat to steal a taste” method is very effective.

Introducing raw moist food is a little trickier for cats that have not hunted on their own, raw food does not have the strong cooked odor that canned and kibble do. Lightly cooking meat and then cooking it less and less often works. Putting a little raw food in with canned food is very effective. Putting a little on the paw or just inside the mouth, so they lick it off can work. Some cats never make the leap to raw from more processed foods. Owners who want the benefits of unprocessed foods, usually find a compromise with dehydrated or freezedried foods. The flavor is concentrated, but high temperatures are not used and the food is second only to raw in value.

Dehydrated foods often entice pets who don’t feel well to eat because they digest easily and the aroma activates the desire to eat. Sick and very old cats often like to just have liquid. Moist, dehydrated and raw foods allow us to add water, home-made broth, or goats milk to give fa very moist, easy to eat, nutrient dense option.

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Cats are the only animal that the liver is not designed to process stored fat for times of starvation. While it is okay to leave the new food out and hope your cat will try it when they get hungry (this worked with my stubborn cat), it is not okay to allow a cat to skip more than two meals, or one day of eating.

I like to put the food out, leave it out for 30 minutes, and let him see me pick it up and put it away. This helps him learn that he should eat when food is available, and helps you make sure he is freally hungry for the next meal.

I hope this encourages you to offer your cat new food options, if you have been hesitant because you have a finicky eater, now is the time to try. You will have new confidence in presenting a better option for your cat and your cat will ultimately enjoy the new tastes and nutrients. Bon Appetite!

Saturday, November 3rd, Down To Earth will be hosting Kathy from Stella & Chewy’s pet line. Kathy will be available to answer all of your pet questions on feeding raw and dehydrated foods. She will have samples of frozen, freeze dried, treats, and items from their cat and dog lines. Coupons will also be available for Stella & Chewy’s products. This would be a great opportunity to introduce your pet to raw or dehydrated food.

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Phone: 920 989 2600 patfahrenkrug@tds.net The only disappointing thing for me was FAX: 920 989 2480 www.forrestrun.com the amount of toys not made in the USA. There were many neat toys, I just wish Bff and I lock eyes “I think we better parking ramp and our awaiting chariot that more of them had an American flag grab what’s valuable and get out.” says to take us home to good old Wisconsin – on them. (Pay ourselves first.) bff... jeans on, shoes on, sweatshirt but for some reason we’re bottle-necked over pajamas, grab purse, essential oils with a bunch of other trade show victims I did find some terrific laser cat and and we race to the light at the end of and hear the voices of police officers exdog toys that are programmable and the hall flashing EXIT, the door to the plaining that we can’t cross the 4 lane fun. Set them to entertain your feline stairwell and down eight flights of wet street that separates us and the freedom when you’re away. They are also smart stairs (don’t know why everything was to go home because... there are tornado toys that change the pattern of play to wet) – who cares – it wasn’t hot and the sirens going off outside! Are you kidkeep your pet guessing and interested. door to the outside and parking lot was ding me!

Yep – I had to have those in the shop – held open by some gal in her red flannel they’re on the way! kitty cat pajamas.

Well, we did finally find our way to theparking ramp via the hamster Saturday was a long day. We put a lot Hook and Ladder truck, ambulance, tubes that connect almost every building of miles on our walking shoes. I think assorted rescue and police vehicles and in Chicago it seems – we get in our car, my cart may need new tires, but all in a couple hundred people standing in a GPS fired up, I punch the home button all, it was a pretty decent day. $168 per person per night parking lot and we’re off, with the help of a pretty at 10:30 pm looking at a hotel whose stiff tail wind.

Another less than stellar meal and it windows flickered with alarm lights like a was back to the hotel. Bff and I were haunted house on Halloween night.

I call the husband to let him know more than ready for a good nights sleep. we’re on our way. He informs me that One more day of trade show left to tie We were allowed back in by midnight at home, it hasn’t stopped raining in two up loose ends and re-visit some vendors (or before) don’t have a watch, felt like days... and make some final choices for prod- forever. I decided to sleep in my clothes ucts for our shops. and shoes, I’m no fool, just in case...

Well, we’ve survived bad meals, two and “Just in case” reared its ugly head fires and a tornado, now we’re headed The door to my half of the hotel room at 4:30 am, when bff was once again home to a flood – so much for our “fun flew open, bff shouts my name, “KARRY, standing in the doorway – “it’s hap- weekend away.” there’s a ruckus going on outside.” Eyes pening again” she said... “do you smell half open, I see her shape in the door- smoke?” I asked, “No.” I’m thankful for my Bff, our sense way, “What’s a ruckus?” of humor, my pack, my husband who “What’s everybody else doing?” We go watched the shop while I was gone, and Who talks like that anymore? I mo- to the door and look out to see a smat- even though I’m a little frazzled, I’ve mentarily flash back to Grandma Mary, tering of people looking around, half got some great customers that have the I think she used that word a lot (means awake and loosing interest in running privilege to help and share the food and disturbance or uproar) she helped raise out to the parking lot again. “I’m not treats and treasures I found on my trip 10 kids. doing eight flights of stairs again” I say to Chicago.

– so we stand on our 8th floor hall lookFocus back on bff in doorway – “what’s ing over the railing to see one fireman Happy Thanksgiving wrong” I say... “there’s stuff going on meandering around, not real concerned outside.” We open the door to the hall about the flashing lights and alarm and Gain knowledge, pass it forward. and look out to see light flashing on all Charlie Browns teacher announcements. eight floors and alarms going off ev- We went back to bed. erywhere but in our room, it seemed.

Editor’s Notes: Karey Hoelzel owns (Good thing bff is a light sleeper, I had Sunday morning we pack up to check Critters Pet Nutrition, Neenah, WI. Her heard nothing.) out and return to the convention cen- shop caters to those who prefer natuter for one last look before we leave for ral and holistic free range foods for dogs Then we recognize what I refer to home, just in case we may have over- and cats, offering grain free, raw frozen ‘Charlie Brown’s teacher’ speaking from looked a must-have treat or toy – nope and freeze dried foods and treats, natuI don’t know where, all indiscernible ex- – all bases seem to be covered. ral supplements and Young Living Essencept the last sentence which was “DO tial Oils.

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by Scrappy, Pet Journal Columnist and Mascot askscrappy@petjournalmidwest.com PJ.AskScrappy

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SCRAPPY Hello everyone and Happy Thanksgiving to all. I hope everyone enjoyed a safe and fun Halloween and didn’t partake in too much candy and treats. Of course, the only treats I enjoyed were my, ever delicious, doggie treats of various flavors. I know, to you humans, they all smell the same, but let me tell you that they are a banquet of incredible flavors. Kinda like those candies Willy Wonka made that tasted like a three course meal in one bite and were the bane of Veruca Salt. If you doubt my assessment of their flavor, I strongly advise you eat one yourself, the whole thing, not just a nibble. No matter what they taste like, they’ll have a better flavor than Necco Wafers, Pez, or any of those chalk-like, flavorless, candies that get stuck in your teeth and keep reminding you of their horrible flavor for hours. A good rule of thumb is, if you can use them to write your name on a chalk board, they’re gonna taste horrible. Then again, you may enjoy a tasty snack of chalk, in that case, I am sorry.

Whatever the case, at least our treats have a nutritional benefit. So there!

Speaking of Halloween, I didn’t dress up this year. I couldn’t decide on what would be the coolest costume to wear.

You know, one that all the other dogs would be envious of. I asked Misty, my kitty associate, (this is almost always a mistake) if she had any suggestions on what would look incredible on me.

Expecting some ridiculously expensive concept costume, she suggested going as Snoopy. Snoopy! Really! She said if the Snoopy idea fell flat on its face, I could always say I’m Brian from Family Guy. Wow, that’s a stretch , a dog going as a dog. It would be like one of my human friends going as a Walmart sales associate. Wait, I’ve actually seen this. I assumed it was either some kind of highbrow social statement or a really tired Walmart employee who didn’t bother to go home and change before the Halloween party. I believe that latter to be the case.

Well, here we are in November facing another Thanksgiving holiday. Even though this is a festive time of the year, I suppose I’ll have to, once again, be the buzz kill. As I’ve mentioned on every holiday that involves food (because humans have a notoriously short attention span and memory), there are precautions to take regarding food and us.

Holiday food is a no no when it comes to us. I understand there are actually two mind sets when it comes to this subject.

There are those who believe anything humans can eat, we can eat and those who believe human food is akin to poison. I’m a conservative dog and prefer to err on the side of caution and suggest that you avoid any table scraps for your always hungry friend. Much of the food served on holidays is far too rich for our digestive system and can cause gastrointestinal issues. Even if the food is acceptable for our diet, people have a tendency to feed us like we’re human.

I know it’s hard to face down a pleading pet that has pulled out all the stops on looking desperate. You have to be strong and say no to scraps. Yes, you’ll have to face the full arsenal of tactics, but I have faith in you to say no. So, remember when you faced with fainting, the stomach held in for that staved super model look, or eyes so big and sad that you believe it must be some kind of sin to say no to them, remember it’s all Oscar level acting. No amount of begging can justify an emergency trip to the veterinarian.

While we’re on the subject of holidays, let’s talk about decorations. I usually save this for December, but as some people like to decorate early, I’ll discuss it this month. We can’t tell the difference between a toy and a decoration, it’s all the same to us. This is where you come in to help us out. When it comes to decorations, it’s pretty simple. Keep all decorations out of the reach of your, ever curious, pals. Anything shiny, dangly, made from food, or left unattended on the floor, can pose a hazard. Remember, we don’t have all those cool fingers so useful when it comes to picking up stuff. We use what we have, which is our mouths. If you find a decoration has been nibbled on, always check your little friend’s mouth for cuts or abrasions.

If any portion of the decoration is missing and it’s nowhere to be found, it’s a pretty good chance it has been swallowed. In this case a quick trip to see the veterinarian is in order. Sharp pieces of broken decorations can cause a great deal of internal damage, pain, and potentially death. Broken pieces are not the only hazard decorations pose, some of the material and paint used on these decorations can be poisonous to us.

The best way to resolve this issue is to make sure we stay out of the room while you’re decorating. I know this is difficult since we’re a part of the family and want to help out, but it’s for our own good. Next are the ever present electrical cords. Chomping on electrical cords isn’t limited to kitties; many other pets can’t pass up the allure of a snaky electrical cord. The best way to avoid a lot of unnecessary drama is to keep all cords out of reach. Cords on the floor, leading to or from decorations or a tree, can be covered. Make sure the cord is in good condition before placing any kind of material over it. A warm, cheery fire for the holidays is always nice, but it shouldn’t be your entire house. Always use common sense.

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Well, that’s about enough of me for November. I hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving holiday and doesn’t go too nuts with the Black Friday shopping. It’s scary how barbaric you humans become when there’s a possibility of a free gift and mildly discounted merchandise. The idea of arriving at a store hours before it opens, standing in the cold dark, and growling at any passerby to let them know you’ve staked out that special plot of cement close to the door, seems crazy to me. Though, I have to admit, I wouldn’t mind watching from a safe distance. It’s heartwarming to see a superior species act like a pack of wild animals to be the first 50 shoppers to receive a small stuffed reindeer or some such thing. Does this statement seem riddled with sarcasm? Well, yes it is. All that aside, I hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday.

Take care and see you next month

Scrappy PS: As mentioned last month, remember to be extra careful when filling your vehicle with antifreeze, which is poisonous to not only your pets, but wildlife as well. Also, be sure to check, on cold mornings, for any of my little kitty friends who may be taking refuge from the cold in your wheel wells or engine compartment. A quick honk of the horn or shaking the vehicle should do the trick.

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by Tamara Pool, Pet Journal Columnist alpha-dog@petjournalmidwest.com This month we are addressing a prob- YES THEY CAN SMELL ANGER! And lem that can plague any dog that is ac- whatever you do, don’t speak baby talk tively submissive. Dogs that are actively to them. This gets them too excited. submissive will display submissive urination when greeted or scolded.

Example: When you call your dog over to put the leash on, they urinate. Just as Submissive urination is the dog’s way with the greeting when you arrive home, of acknowledging you as the pack leader. they are showing you that you are the Some dogs will approach you and squat, boss. Try luring them over with a treat while others will turn over and display and keep your facial expressions happy. their bellies while they pee. In either Kneel down and attach the leash. If you case, there are some things to do to pre- notice him/her start the squat or roll vent this. Just remember that getting over, stand up and snap your fingers at angry and punishing will only aggravate your waist. In this instance it is ok to the situation. Stay calm and clean up encourage them to jump up a little. The the few drops of urine and try some of true submissive will refuse to jump up the following suggestions. but will take the opportunity to stand up straight at your side. A little rub on the First thing to remember is that it is head when they are straight up will do better to have a submissive dog than a fine. Do not look them in the eye. This dominant or aggressive dog. It is much will only encourage submission. easier to deal with and not nearly as dangerous.

Whatever the case, remember not to be angry with your dog. The anger will If you come home and your dog runs confuse them. “When the lead dog is to greet you with his head and ears mad, I have to be submissive.” When down, wagging his tail quickly and pant- they are submissive, they pee. When ing with his mouth in an apparent grin, they pee, you get angry. Do you see the this is submission. Dogs that take this vicious cycle? position feel the need to reassure you Stay calm and be the Alpha Dog. that you are the top dog. When submissive urination comes into play, they feel they should go a step further. It is Editors Note: Alpha Dog, Tamara welimportant to determine what causes this severe submission. It could be that your comes your questions on pet training, dog is the young, mild type. Or it could please email her at the email above or be that you are a gruff, assertive, large, by mail: powerful or masterful in your stance.

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WE (PEOPLE) ALL SCREAM FOR ICE CREAM! from The Practical Pet Vet blog Over the past year, I have talked about the dangers of feeding certain people foods to pets: grapes, brats, and chocolate have received special attention.

Just the other day a client asked me to discuss the effects of feeding your dog dairy products like ice cream.

So what about those fit and active pets? Should they shy away from ice cream and other dairy treats? The short answer is “it depends.” It may surprise you to learn that many dogs and cats are lactose intolerant. This means a saucer of cream for Kitty or spoonful of yogurt for Fido may result in vomiting, diarrhea Now hold on. Before you begin to or a belly ache. worry that you’ve been inadvertently poisoning your pooch with Wisconsin’s Shadow, a black lab with chronic digesfinest dairy products, let me just say that tive problems, is a prime example of how this particular class of people food is not dairy can be disastrous for dogs. When toxic. Many dogs and cats can and do Shadow was rescued from the shelter, enjoy a little dairy here and there with she was severely underweight. She sufno obvious ill effect. But for some pets fered from diarrhea, vomiting and had dairy should definitely be avoided. elevated liver enzymes. After repeated courses of medications, she recovered First off, a chubby pet should not get from these ailments, but soon showed people food period. It is just too hard to up at the clinic with severe pain in her count calories for your pet when people back end. Diagnosed with hip dysplasia, food is involved. And just as a human Shadow was treated with a short course dieter would be especially careful with of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medisweets like ice cream, pudgy puppies cation and started on several long term and cobby kitties should lay off these joint supplements. Like many Labratreats too. dors, Shadow also suffered from allergy aggravations and periodically needed treatment for itchy skin infections.

Fast forward a few years. Shadow returns to the veterinary clinic now overweight and with her allergies in full swing. Moreover, her owners are worried that her liver problems are back because Shadow pretty much always has diarrhea and vomits nearly every day.

Happily Shadow’s bloodwork comes back perfectly normal! Her fecal tests show nothing infectious. She appears to be happy and healthy -- certainly she is not wasting away! Based on her history of allergies, we decide to put Shadow on a special hypoallergenic diet. The owners are careful not to give any people food or treats during this time and Shadow’s GI problems improve -- but only marginally. Frustrated, we sit down again and brain storm. What could be making Shadow sick?

Darn that dairy intolerance! Luckily Shadow’s other non-dairy joint supplements are up to the challenge and she is doing fine now. No vomiting, no diarrhea, no hip pain and amazingly even her allergies are less severe this summer.

Shadow’s case is dramatic, but it is probably not unique. Many pets eat milk, cheese, ice cream and yogurt.

Many pets also suffer from apparently unexplained bouts of vomiting and soft stools. Is there a cause-and-effect relationship here? Perhaps. If you share dairy with your pet and he happens to suffer from frequent gastric disturbances it might be worthwhile to lay off the dairy entirely for a while to see if the belly aches subside. You can always choose a pet-friendly non-dairy substitute for that real Wisconsin ice cream!

Finally, we remember her joint supplement, a natural anti-inflammatory derived from milk. Could that be the culEditors Note: The Practical Pet Vet is prit? Worried that Shadow’s hips will act a blog written by Dr. Kim Everson of St. up if we stop the supplement, we none- Bernard’s Animal Medical Center, Van theless feel it’s worth a try. Her owners Dyne, WI. stop the supplement but change nothing Reprinted with permission. else. Sure enough, Shadow’s vomiting stops immediately. Her stools start firming up soon after.

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I’m a very upbeat and lively guy, and don’t let my size fool you, I love to lie in your lap as well. In my foster home, I get to spend time playing with another dog and cat and we get along so well. I am learning to walk well on a leash, and I do best with a walking harness. I am listed as special needs because I have epilepsy. I have seizures but we are working at getting them under control.

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ECO NEWS ORDER TREE SEEDLINGS NOW TO PLANT NEXT SPRING Reprint from Wisconsin Natural Resources Website, dnr.wi.gov MADISON -- Wisconsin landowners can begin ordering tree seedlings in October for planting next spring.

State forestry officials say planting trees or shrubs is a terrific way to improve wildlife habitat, increase land values, reduce soil erosion, produce future wood products, and improve the beauty of property. Planting trees, they add, is a fun family activity that leaves a legacy and creates an environmental learning experience.

“I often have customers tell me how they planted trees with their dad or grandfather 50 years ago and now those trees are large enough to harvest,” says Jim Storandt, the superintendent at the Department of Natural Resources Griffith State Nursery in Wisconsin Rapids.

Customer-friendly process for ordering state nursery tree, shrub seedlings “The nursery program places a strong emphasis on customer service and we’re trying to make ordering seedlings as customer-friendly as possible,” Storandt said. “Customers can order online, or print the order form from the state nursery page of the DNR website and mail it in. Customers can also contact their local DNR forester to receive the form or pick up one up at a DNR Service Center.”

• Links to a Personalized Tree Planting Plan; tree planting tips; reforestation supplies; site preparation information and vendors; publications, webcasts, and videos; and information on planting for windbreaks and wildlife.

“The seedlings grown at our state nurseries are high quality, native species,” according to Pat Murphy, DNR nursery team leader, “and we strive to sell products to our customers at economical prices.”

Seedlings from the state nurseries are used for private, industrial, and state/ county reforestation and conservation plantings. They can also be purchased by state youth groups and educational organizations for their reforestation and conservation planting projects. Seedlings that Wisconsin’s Grade 4 students receive as part of a school’s Arbor Day observance are also grown at the state nurseries.

According to Joseph VandeHey, superintendent of the Wilson State Nursery in Boscobel, since their creation in 1911, the state nurseries have produced more than 1.5 billion seedlings. The nursery program also participates in research efforts such as a tree improvement program, a soils research project and an insect and disease research. There is also an active seed collection program To order online, search the DNR web- which purchases tree seed from state residents. site for “tree planting.”

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MULCH AND COMPOST THIS FALL TO PROTECT AIR QUALITY AND ENRICH YOUR LAWN AND GARDEN Reprint from Wisconsin Natural Resources Website, dnr.wi.gov Or rake up the leaf pieces and MADISON – Fall is one of the most use them as winter ground covbeautiful times to enjoy Wisconsin’s outer for gardens and around trees doors and is also a great time to mulch and shrubs. This will help inand compost leaves and other yard masulate plants and protect them terials to help protect public health and from winter freeze damage. maintain Wisconsin’s natural beauty, state recycling officials say.

• Compost at home - If you would rather compost your “Mulching leaves and composting yard leaves, there are many easy materials allow residents to protect the structures you can build to start state’s air quality and public health,” says a compost pile. Be sure to Brad Wolbert, Department of Natural Resources recycling and solid waste chief. maintain a mix of “browns” (fall“They reduce disposal and landfill costs en leaves, dead plants, coffee for residents and local governments and grounds and small branches) relieve communities of the environmenand “greens” (grass clippings, tal hazards of burning.” green plants and food scraps).

Finished compost can be sprinState fire rules limit the burning of kled into lawn soil or used in a yard materials in Wisconsin and a growgarden to provide organic maing number of communities also have terial and nutrients. Ultimately, this builds soil organic content local rules in place that further restrict and reduces the need for fertilor completely prohibit burning yard maizers. terials.

“Using leaves for mulch and compost can also enrich the health of lawns and gardens and save money on fertilizer,” Wolbert says. “Municipalities save money on collecting yard waste.”

This fall, manage leaves, branches, grass clippings and other yard trimmings with one of the following easy methods.

• Mulch leaves in place Leaves are rich in carbon, phosphorus, and potassium – all essential nutrients needed by plants, including turf grasses.

Mow leaves along with the grass during fall, and leave the finely chopped material on your lawn.

CHICKS from page 12 Next year, partners won’t treat for black flies at Necedah as part of continuing research into understanding the factors determining nesting success. “If black flies are the reason behind low nesting success, then next year, when we don’t treat, we’d expect to see nest abandonment go up,” he says. “If it’s that the birds are getting older and more experienced, we’d expect nesting success to continue to go up even without the black fly treatment.”

• Keep leaves handy for next season - Dry leaves keep well in plastic bags and many people keep a few bags to add “browns” to their compost piles throughout the year. You can also use your stored leaves for mulch. In the spring, spread them on your garden and around trees and shrubs to save on the cost of buying new mulch.

For more tips on fall yard care, visit DNR’s website dnr.wi.gov and type search for ‘fall composting’.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Brad Wolbert, 608-264-6286

Once the birds start to begin flying, they are moved to Horicon where they are kept in pens that are protected from predators but allow the birds to fly out and start getting acclimated to that kind of habitat.

Wellington and partners are also trying to understand how quickly chicks can gain from human “foster” parents the skills they need so that time with the humans can be reduced to just what’s necessary. “They learn a lot from their parents, so we’re trying to find what they need to learn before they are released.

They mimic what we do, so the less time Wellington says that partners have we spend with them, the less time we learned a lot about whooping cranes have to change them,” she says. and raising them, and are still learning more. For instance, research involving FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: the direct release birds seeks to deterDavin Lopez (608) 266-0837; Joan Garmine “when they set their GPS that this land, International Crane Foundation, spot is their home,” she says.

608-381-1262 The chicks Wellington and her three interns work with were hatched at the International Crane Foundation near Baraboo and were reared there until they were 5 to 7 weeks old, at which time they were moved to Necedah and raised there in a semi-captive state.

COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BRINGS STURGEON TO MENOMINEE TRIBAL RESERVATION Reprint from Wisconsin Natural Resources Website, dnr.wi.gov KESHENA FALLS, Wis. -- It was a homecoming along the Wolf River last week as 33 sturgeon took up residence in a stretch of river that, up until last year, had been without sturgeon for 125 years. More than a decade of work brought the prehistoric fish to the river, which runs through the Menominee Indian Reservation.

They had a hands-on lesson in how to net the fish, check for PIT tags, and release the sturgeon into their new home.

“We’re bringing back the culture,” explained Don Reiter, tribal fish and wildlife manager. “We’re educating the students in our high schools, middle schools and grade schools and when we have a project like this, we do our project planning Department of Natural Resources with the schools’ involvement.” fisheries staff worked with Menominee tribal leadership to transplant the stur“It means a lot to me personally,” said geon from the Wolf near Leeman to the Kaycee Frechette, a senior at Menominee Menominee Indian Reservation just be- Indian High School who helped release low Keshena Falls. This is the second a sturgeon, “because of the experience year of a 10-year agreement to bring my dad had with watching the sturgeon 100 sturgeon each year to a stretch of spawn for the first time in over 100 years river that was historically one of the larg- and I’m glad I got to be part of it.” er spawning sites on the Wolf before the dams went in downstream.

The success of this partnership was immediately apparent this last spring Sturgeon are culturally important to when there was evidence of natural the Menominee people,” explains Ryan spawning occurring just below the falls.

Koenigs, DNR fisheries biologist, “but For the Menominee people, seeing sturwith the lack of fish here for so long, geon spawn on their land was more than they’ve lost a little bit of the interaction just a sight to see. with the sturgeon on this stretch of the river. Bringing fish back to this place alFOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: lows the younger generation to recon- Ryan Koenigs, 920-303-5450 or Trish nect and become in tune with how cul- Ossmann, DNR Northeast Region public turally important the sturgeon is to the affairs manager, 920-662-5122 tribe.”

This year, dozens of students from the Menominee Indian School District joined DNR staff along the Wolf River to help implant transmitters and release the sturgeon.

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PICTURES

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AMAZING GRACE EQUINE SANCTUARY OPEN HOUSE

Pictures from the Amazing Grace Equine Sanctuary’s Open House in August.

Photos by F. Karrigan, Amazing Grace Equine Sanctuary

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The days are getting cooler, Thanksgiving has been filling as always and Christmas and Winter are just around the corner. Look for the December issue of Pet Journal at one of our many distribution locations. Coming in the December issue we will be bringing to you the following:

Eco News Zoo News Farm News (Coming Soon!) & more articles of Pet/Animal interest.

More from our columnists: Ask the Alpha Dog Ask Scrappy!

Grooming your Pet Holistic & Natural Options for your Pets Ask the Vet Pet Journal Word Search Pictures of your Pets and more!

FREE ROAMING FELINES PROGRAM Is looking for Foster Homes and Forever Homes for Cats The Free Roaming Program of Manitowoc/Two Rivers is looking for people to help with fostering of indoor and outdoor cats, as well as Forever Homes for many cats in the Rescue.

If you would like to help out please contact the Free Roaming Felines program at one of the numbers below.

Rural Outdoor Caregivers Needed

If you can be a rural, outdoor caregiver, please contact Kathy or Monica. For more information on the ‘Foster Homes Needed!’ page on their website.

Kathy 920-686-8899

Indoor Foster Homes Urgently Needed

The Free Roaming Feline Program is growing and needs volunteers and foster homes. If you would like to help please contact Kathy for a foster application.

freeroamingfelineprogram.webs.com

Monica 920-758-3373

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PEBBLES IN THE POND

by Linda Ledbeter, Pet Journal Columnist lledbeter@petjournalmidwest.com I was driving to church on Sunday morning and recapping in my head the synchronicity of events of the week. I believe there are no accidents, no coincidences and that everything is as we have designed by our thoughts and actions. It is within those thoughts and actions that in the moment we may have no idea how it affects the world around us either in the present moment or the future. Driving down the highway with sun shining down, I realized I needed to share how important you are in the greater good of the world, even if you haven’t realized it before now.

It was a week of pinball emotions; a sudden loss of a family friend whom we met many years ago at Children’s Hospital in the cancer unit, an interview with Tom, Jana and Zane with their service dog Tomali, as always my private practice, a foster dog who passed away suddenly but not unexpectedly and then two phone calls that simply capped the week. At least I thought it capped the week until I heard the message given by the minister. I might add during the service tears of joy and wonderment were streaming down my face when I fully realized how each event for the past month leads up to this moment. Those sitting around me thought I was under emotional distress until I shared with them my week, more tears of gratitude and joy were shed by all. All of these events lead up to the birth of this article and it is written in dedication to those who serve. This month’s column Health Benefits of Animals has a slight twist, but as you continue to read on, I believe you will come to realize the impact one small thought placed into action may have on the world around you.

I begin with singing my praises and gratitude to those who volunteer somewhere….. anywhere. Beginning with our family friend who passed, despite the many losses in her young life (and there were many) she continued on creating a program that honored her young daughter’s passing of cancer that helped other children and their families. She did what she did simply because she was called to help. She knew she was going to make a difference in a child’s life, but did she know the impact that she made in her community? Probably not, because her eyes and heart was focused on the task at hand, the next child and family that needed help. She was The Pebble in the Pond.

The second family I want to mention that also has made an impact on my life.

Tom Gierke and Jana Smith-Gierke and son Zane, they kept on keeping on even when it wasn’t easy. They live life to the fullest displaying a positive attitude that is deeply ingrained in their very being.

As I was writing their story, I wanted so very much to mention the people behind the scenes, the staff and most of all the volunteers. Families who gave of their time to raise and train a puppy to be of service and then handing it over to someone else, deserves a round of applause.

PREVENTION OF LITTER BOX PROBLEMS

WHAT EVERY CAT OWNER SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE PREVENTION OF LITTEEBOX PROBLEMS

They know the end result is that a per- from catsinternational.org son’s quality of life will be improved, but did they know that it would make an im- 1. Have your cat spayed or neutered at six months of age. Sexually pact on a child and the entire community mature, intact cats frequently use and beyond? Probably not, they are The urine and feces to mark their terPebble in the Pond. ritory. Neutering will correct the elimination problems in 90% of The third family, Furry Bottoms Rescue these cats.

Family; I have been fostering dogs for years simply because it felt good to improve the life of an animal. It was in the 2. The rule of thumb for the number of litterboxes is: one per cat in process of finding homes for each and the household, plus one. Extra matching personality to personality and litterboxes are necessary because watching the dogs help pick their new some cats like to defecate in one family that I began to see the joy when and urinate in another. Others that match was made and they left towill not use a box that has already gether. When we made the follow up been used by another cat. Differphone calls to ensure everything was goent areas for the litterboxes can ing well, we heard the joy in their voices, prevent location-avoidance proband it couldn’t be helped to feel a sense lems. If space is an issue, try a of satisfaction. At your feet sits another Corner Litterbox from SmartCat. dog gazing up at you who is waiting for their forever family. For some the wait for a family took months while others 3. Clean the litterboxes DAILY. The single most common reason for a were within weeks. Some needed more cat’s refusal to use a litterbox is TLC and training, others just needed to because the box is dirty. Nonknow they were safe. The foster homes clumping litter should be scooped gave of themselves thinking they were daily and the litterbox emptied and saving a dog’s life. The truth is, the foswashed every other day. Clumping ter homes was making an impact that litter should also be scooped daily would be far reaching into the future and the litterbox washed when and into communities. The Pebble in soiled. The cheaper clumping litthe Pond. ters that break-up easily should be dumped out as frequently as the Friday night I picked up the phone, non-clumping litters.

(Bacteria not recognizing the number on the caller left in the litterbox will smell to the ID. The voice on the other end says “Hi cat even if you can’t smell it.)

Linda, I’m Daisy’s mom”. It was Daisy and Joni’s first anniversary as a family.

Joni didn’t want a dog that looked like 4. Choose a litter that appeals to the cat. Most cats prefer the texture of the Beagle that had passed away, she the sand-like scooping litters. Be didn’t want to be reminded of her loss. sure to select a brand that clumps Daisy, a Walker Hound, had other ideas into a firm ball, making scooping for Joni. Joni and I laughed and shared easier and cleaner. (Scoop Away memories of their meeting and how DaiUnscented is excellent.) sy was so upset they were leaving without her. Then we began sharing where our are lives are now and dreams turning into reality. I mentioned wanting to continue writing and wanted very much to interview multiple of people in mulOur conversation tailed back to tiple aspects of healing with their com- the closing of the doors and how FBR panions at their side. I needed to be- changed our lives personally. We were a gin my search for these individuals and family of sorts; we opened our doors and that hopefully friends knew someone hearts to our furry friends giving them a who knows someone. She laughs and chance at happiness. Each one touched says she had possible contact for me. A our hearts in ways we are still discovyear ago our connection was Daisy. If ering and that our experience will serve I would not have said yes to fostering, us well into the future, although we may I would not have met Joni through her not have a clue what that is yet. What search for a companion. Not only was happened to the FBR Family? How and a family made complete, but the ripple why did the doors have to be closed? It effect was recognized and gratitude was takes each of us to say Yes to serving in given. The Pebble in the Pond. small ways to show up where there is a Saturday morning Joel, also a foster with FBR, called me sharing a phone call he had just received. A family from Madison called him expressing their gratitude for his fostering their beloved dog three years ago and how their lives have been changed forever. We shared our phone calls with each other remarking on the impact we had on families and the impact the dogs had on us. We knew we were helping to save a dog, we knew we were helping to unite families, we didn’t realize how far into the future it would ripple. The Pebble in the Pond.

need, and allow your heart to be touched in ways that will change you forever. To run a nonprofit organization of any kind, it takes volunteers that are willing to roll up their sleeves in large and small ways.

It takes someone to make a few phone calls, assist with travel, show up for fundraising events, and the list goes on for the needs are many. The doors closed not because we didn’t care any longer, nor that Act 90 affected us negatively, it was just the opposite. Act 90 helped us see how strong and progressive our love and respect for quality of care we had for the animals.

As a health precaution for kittens that might be prone to ingest the litter, use a non-clumping litter until the kitten is four months old.

5. NEVER use scented litter. Perfumed, chemical scents repel cats.

When you wash the litterbox, use hot water and a mild dishwashing liquid. Do not use harsh chemicals that will leave a lingering odor.

6. Do not use litterbox liners -- they can be irritating to some cats. Also covered, or hooded litterboxes can be offensive to cats as they do not satisfy the cat’s need for escape potential when eliminating. They also trap the odor inside, creating an “outhouse effect”. The litterbox should be uncovered and at least 22” x 16” for an adult cat.

7. Place litterboxes in quiet, private places that are easily accessible to the cat and where it will not be disturbed by children or ambushed by other pets. Noisy areas near washing machines, furnaces, or under stairs, may frighten the cat away from the box. A house with several stories should have a litterbox on each floor. NEVER place litterboxes near food and water dishes.

8. While kittens have an innate predisposition to use an easily raked substrate as their litter, they may also choose other, more convenient, locations. You should limit their territory until they learn that the litterbox is the only acceptable place to eliminate.

see LITTERBOX on page 21 Our small team became exhausted without the extra help we could not continue. Those who answer the call and allow their hearts to experience the joy of families uniting and laying aside the fear of not being able to let go, reap the rewards. Holding onto the fear of not being able to let go serves no one, for it is not about you, it is about them becoming a family member and changing a life.

Your gifts with managing paperwork, filing, phone calls, etc, is invaluable and is as important as opening your home to a homeless animal or child. It is about serving your community in simple ways; helping with a coat drive for children, opening a door for the person behind you, even give an encouraging word to the cashier or waitress. The Pebble in the Pond ripples out touching lives and it will amaze you how your heart feels.

In the middle of the week I was waiting for my current foster dog’s owner to arrive for a scheduled visit. I knew D was not feeling well, and I knew her diagnosis gave her six months to a year to live.

see PEBBLE on page 19

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PHOTO GALLERY OF READERS PETS

Winston, on the look out for treats at Mit Liebe expo, K. Charniak, Howard, Wis.

Hendrix, on a boat ride in the Wautoma area, K. Wachholz, West Bend, Wis.

If you would like to see your pet(s) on this page, please email them to us at petphotos@petjournalmidwest.com with a short description including: your pets name, your name, city, and a little statement about what they are doing in the photo. If you do not have email and would like to mail a glossy photo, please mail it to our mailing address: Pet Journal, attn: Pet Photos, 3120 S. Business Dr. Suite 270, Sheboygan, WI 53081-6524 (all photos received by mail will be returned after they have been scanned for print.) All photos received will also be posted in our online photo gallery at http://images.petjournalmidwest.com/ gallery.html, due to space limitationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s some submissions may not be printed in Pet Journal the same month they are received.

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PHOTOS OF OUR FRIENDS WHO ARE GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN In Memory of Cecil April 24, 1999 -- July 6, 2012 Beloved friend & Companion Randy and Diana Schmidt, Howards Grove, WI.

Cash (l) and Isaac, resting at the Winnegamie Dog Club Open House, Sandra, Appleton, Wis.

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IMPULSE CONTROL... DOES YOUR DOG HAVE IT? ASK THE VET

by Jake Guell, CPDT-KA, Pet Journal Columnist You decide to participate in an obedience class in hopes of teaching your dog some new skills. These new skills are typically taught in a perfect setting, the classroom, your dog on leash with the instructor helping every step of the way.

By the end of class your dog is focused on you and performing the commands beautifully. Things are improving quickly until…. you exit the building where distractions abound and your dog’s natural impulses take over.

Unfortunately dogs do not generalize from one situation to the next very well.

Dogs are smart and quickly learn the expectation within the context of the classroom; focus on my owner, I get rewarded when I resist my impulses and watch my owner’s signals. But, how good are you at helping your dog translate the impulse control and expectations into other contexts? At home your dog’s impulses are stronger, driven by the desire to protect “their possessions”, whether that’s at your front door or walking on leash through the neighborhood. Take a moment to reflect on the many different distractions your dog experiences on a typical walk through the neighborhood.

Kids on bikes may equal a chase impulse.

A stranger walking too closely may equal a resource protection impulse. An off leash dog running up to you may equal a fearful impulse. In order to ensure a positive outcome you need to ensure your dog resists its natural impulses and looks to you for behavior signals. This takes consistent and continual reinforcement of classroom skills applied to everyday life.

Your instructor’s job is to teach you the skills to train your dog then challenge you to put those skills to use.

An easy way to challenge yourself and your dog is to check your behavior leaving the classroom. Is your dog calmly walking on leash, listening to you as you walk to the car, waiting for you to open the door then politely jumping in on command? Or, does your dog pull you into the parking lot, urinate on every bush in sight, paw at the door then jump in as soon as it opens? If the later is closer to reality, you need to work with your trainer to reinforce impulse control outside the classroom.

The foundation for every level of training should be impulse control. Whether it is a puppy or advanced learner impulse control is the most important skill a dog should acquire. When a dog has strong impulse control all other obedience falls right into place. If a dog can resist the temptation of every day distractions walking on leash, coming when called and staying will be quickly mastered.

FACTS AND MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT SPAYING OR NEUTERING YOUR PET

by Dr. Karen M. Strickfaden, Ask the Vet Columnist ask-the-vet@petjournalmidwest.com There are many preconceived notions and inaccurate ‘wives tales’ regarding the sterilization of pets. If you do not plan on using your pet for breeding purposes, please carefully consider the following advantages of having him or her neutered/spayed.

esthetic risks increase with age, and tissues may heal slower following surgery, but better late than never (see medical reasons listed above).

7. My pet will have ‘stunted growth’ if he’s neutered. False.

1. Pets can learn to control their Research shows that height and size mating instincts? False. are genetically (and nutritionally) determined. Sterilization will not affect size There are several aspects of a pet’s even if performed at 10-12 weeks of natural reproductive process and mat- age. The only difference you will notice ing instincts which can interfere with the is in facial physical appearance. Intact joys of owning a pet. Examples include males (cat or dog) will have ‘wider’ facial 1) a female cat’s pacing and meowing and neck features compared to males while in heat, 2) a male’s marking of ter- neutered before 2 years of age. ritory and mounting behavior.

8. Some spayed female dogs will 2. I can’t afford the cost of the develop urinary incontinence later surgery. False. in life. True.

Focusing on impulse control in every The cost associated with a spay/neuobedience level will significantly improve ter surgery is much less than the poany dogs over all behavior and ensure a tential cost of future medical problems certificate on graduation day. (see #4), damage to your household, injuries related to roaming and injuries sustained.

A percentage of middle-aged spayed females do develop urinary dribbling due to a lack of estrogen controlling muscle control of their urethral sphincter. Although this can be a nuisance, it can be treated, and is not life-threatening like the alternatives of unspayed females 3. My pet will automatically get with pyometras or mammary cancer. fat and lazy if she is spayed. False.

9. Every pet deserves to have one Estrogen hormones do have a natural litter of kittens/puppies. False. appetite suppressing effect and the loss of estrogens may lead to an increased We have a serious pet overpopulation appetite. Appropriate food consumption problem in this country. Over 4 million and exercise routine ultimately deter- dogs and cats end up in animal shelmine your pet’s weight. ters every year. Over 60% of them are euthanized every year! One unspayed 4. There is an increased risk of cat or dog can produce 15-20 kittens or cancer associated with un-neu- puppies every year, each one needing a tered pets. True. home. It is our duty, as responsible pet

A knowledgeable instructor should teach you how to help your dog translate these impulse control skills to other situations. Once a skill is mastered in the classroom, your instructor should set up distraction scenarios that cause you and your dog to work through behavior corrections and develop critical thinking skills. These distraction scenarios will develop your ability to quickly identify impending poor behavior cues and apply quick appropriate corrections. These scenarios will also provide opportunity for constructive instructor feedback.

Your instructor should also increase the distraction factor by taking the training outside the classroom, to the parking lot, dog park or even a public event.

owners, not to contribute to these stag-

Male dogs have an increased risk of gering statistics!! testicular cancer and some anal tumors.

Intact male dogs also have a much higher risk of prostatic hyperplasia, scrotal Editors Note: Our vet columnist, Dr. hernias, and excessive preputial dis- Strickfaden welcomes your questions on charge. general pet health topics, please email using the email address above or by A female dog spayed before her first mail: Pet Journal Attn: Ask the Vet heat will have a near zero chance of 3120 S Business Dr. STE 270 Sheboygan, WI 53081-6524 developing mammary cancer. After the first heat, the incidence climbs to 7%, and after the second heat cycle the risk is 25% (1 in 4 dogs). An early spay can completely prevent a very difficult and potentially fatal form of cancer.

5. Pyometra infections really are not that common. False.

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A ‘pyometra’ is a life-threatening infection of the uterus which generally occurs in middle-aged to older female dogs.

It is an extremely common disease of older, unspayed female dogs and can be life-threatening!

6. After a certain age, you can’t neuter a pet. False.

Although, it is preferable to spay/ neuter at a young age (generally at 5-6 months of age), it is never too late. An-

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ZOO NEWS FALL from page 1

Once the bird passes the tests, we then look for a suitable release site.

When possible, we will bring the bird back to where it was found if it has only been a short amount of time away.

Sometimes the bird is put with a flock of its own kind for migration purposes.

If it is a bird that stays around through the winter, we find a place with appropriate food sources and shelter. We always want to do what will give the bird the best chances for survival back into the wild.

When these incidents happen, the bird can be in a variety of states: healthy and just needing time to heal, or a few soft tissue injuries, or open wounds, or fractured bones, or if not found over a few hours or days, the bird can be very thin and dehydrated along with injuries.

Our staff gives recommendations to the general public on staying safe if helping a wild animal. We also have great relationships with our local Animal Control officers and WDNR officers and wardens in giving some of these animals a hand During this time of Giving Thanks, when possible. we want to thank all of you for your support of the Bay Beach Wildlife SanctuOnce the animal is brought in to the ary. It is quite a site to look across the Wildlife Sanctuary, it receives a full exam lagoons at dusk and see eagles, young and when injuries are involved, we work and old, roosting together for the night, with our local veterinarians Dr. Tracey resting up for another day of hunting Gilbert and Dr. Dan Gray at Gentle Vet and fishing on the Bay of Green Bay — Animal Hospital and Dr. Nick Vukich at and we thank you for supporting these Bay East Animal Hospital. We also work animals to give them one more chance with Dr. Sam Vainisi and Dr. Gretchen back in the wild.

Schmitt with Animal Eye Care. A plan is set in motion as to how to best help get these animals healthy and back into the wild. All of our veterinarians are great with the many critters we bring to them!

After establishing a care plan, the proper housing for the animal is set up. If it is a problem with the wings, the WLS staff adjust perching levels, if giving a perch at all. If the animal has an eye issue, we make sure the room is dark to help reduce stress. We use the animal’s natural history (what they would normally act like in the wild) to set up a proper space for them.

We make sure the temperature and conditions of the caging are low stress and set up so the bird may have the least amount of stress possible being in a captive situation. We always take into account that wildlife does not understand we are trying to help them and that we are typically seen as predators to wildlife, especially in a captive situation. We also work with many trained and dedicated volunteers that help these animals on site — assisting with the bird’s care, cleaning cages, and preparing diets.

As the bird regains flight, we evaluate it daily. We add perches at heights the animal can safely fly to and fly from — we want to avoid the “crash and burn” scenario! We give the animal bigger spaces as it becomes more mobile.

We also acclimate it back to the outside temperatures and sounds as it becomes stronger again. We count how long the bird can fly without landing, what perches can it reach, and how the flight affects the cardiovascular system by counting respirations and evaluating stress. We also need to evaluate the bird for how much flight is necessary to be successful in the wild — does the bird need to fly long distances for migration, or short distances to go feeder to feeder.

Above: BBWS director Mike Reed releasing a Bald Eagle back into the wild, September 15, 2012.

Credit: Zac McLees, BBWS staff.

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THE “I” IN HIPPO

by Angela Kawski, NEW Zoo There are many reasons in our world why plant and animal species become rare and endangered, or under the threat of extinction. However, environmental scientists and naturalists – like we educators here at the NEW Zoo – have noticed that there are five main reasons that can account for the majority of species becoming threatened. We use an acronym to help us remember – and teach people– about these five core reasons for animal endangerment. That acronym is the word HIPPO, meaning that every letter in “HIPPO” stands for something that is causing species to become endangered.

Last month in the Pet Journal, we introduced you to the “H” in HIPPO, which stands for Habitat Loss. This month, we’re going to focus on the “I:” INVASIVE SPECIES, the second “big reason” why species in our world are becoming threatened and endangered.

According to the United States Department of Agriculture, an invasive species is “a species that is both non-native (or “alien”) to the ecosystem under consideration, and whose introduction causes (or is likely to cause) economic or environmental harm or harm to human health.” In other words, it is a species that can wreak havoc on an ecosystem, because the plants and animals that already live within that system are not adapted to living with it. The native species either cannot compete well enough with the new invasive species to get food, or the natives may not be able to avoid becoming food for the invasive, or some combination of the two.

Both plants and animals can be considered invasive species, and they can be found in nearly every ecosystem around the globe. Invasive species are usually introduced to a region through human activities and can cause extensive damage to many aspects of an environment, including its structure, function, and economic value.

Take several invasive species that have found their way into Wisconsin’s landscapes and bodies of water for example.

The emerald ash borer is a type of beetle that is dark green in color and usually grows up to half an inch long. They are native to Asia and may have come to North America through ash wood used in cargo ships or in consumer packaging.

This species is a threat because of the way it invades ash trees – their presence results in the death of the tree after the beetles destroy the water and nutrient conducting tissues under the bark. The beetles simply don’t have enough predators here in North America to control their populations. As they move into an area, they thrive on the vulnerable ash trees, moving on to new, live trees as each one they inhabit dies.

Another invasive species here in Wisconsin is the sea lamprey. These are eel-like fish without jaws that are now found in the Great Lakes, including Lake Michigan. Sea lampreys are most likely native to Lake Ontario, although this is debated. It is also debated as to how they arrived in Lake Michigan, but the most common explanation is the improvements done to the Welland Canal in 1919, which allowed lampreys to migrate into Lake Erie and then on to the rest of the Great Lakes. This species is devastating other fish populations – they perform a sort of parasitic feeding on other fish, which results in death. The fish that are native to the Great Lakes simply don’t have adaptations to avoid the lampreys, and again, the lampreys don’t have enough predators to control their populations, and so the native fish fall victim.

It has been estimated by The Washington Post that economic losses and environmental damages in the United States due to invasive species total nearly $120 billion every year! In order to help combat the negative effects of invasive species, the Wisconsin DNR has created the

Invasive Species Identification, Classification and Control Rule. This compre-

hensive invasive species law helps to prevent new invaders from getting to Wisconsin in the first place and also allows the DNR to move more rapidly to contain new invasive species before they are established in an ecosystem. With continued time and effort, our state is attempting to cease the spread of these threatening invasive species in our area.

The Wisconsin DNR’s website has a very helpful list of things that you can (and should!) do to help avoid spreading invasive species in our area, and consequently, across the country. A few of their suggestions include things as simple as inspecting your boat, trailer, and other equipment and removing any attached aquatic plants and animals before launching, after loading, and before transporting on a public highway. They also recommend that campers only burn firewood that was purchased within a 25-mile radius of the campsite, and to burn all wood during a trip – don’t take any home with you. Landowners are encouraged to only use native seeds and plants in your yards and gardens whenever possible, and to respond aggressively to rid your land of new invasive species when you encounter them. Most importantly, we should always leave native tree and plant species alone – as natural landscapes can often offer the best defense against invasive species.

For more information and more details on how to protect our lands from alien invaders, please visit the Wisconsin DNR’s website, at dnr.wi.gov/topic/Invasives/prevention.html. The suggestions provided may seem like small steps – but every step we take makes a difference.

And that is all that matters.

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PEBBLE from page 15 We were not going to treat her illness only support the process and give her quality of life support. About half hour before the owner was to arrive, D began to crash. Three phone calls later D was in my car and we were off to the veterinarian for assistance, D’s mom followed me and they spent the last moments together as it should be. If I had not said Yes to helping this young lady, D would have been sent to the shelter and euthanized due to age and health. yShe would have spent her last days in a strange cold place alone without the love of her family, taking her last breath with a stranger. I can hardly wait to see the far reaching affects of my saying Yes.

What is the health benefit of this message? Animals have taught me to live in the moment, don’t fret about the future.

The moment is now live your Light, be honest and authentic in your thoughts and actions and give every living creature you meet a smile and a helping hand, you are the Pebble in the Pond.

In upcoming articles, I will cover the healing affects that all animals have on us. If you would like to share your story, contact me all lledbeter@petjournalmidwest.com.

Fourth on my list of extending gratitude is Rick and Lee of the Pet Journal.

They have provided me space to begin ymy love of writing and my love of my work with the animals to be expressed.

Their love for the animals brought them together in the creation of the Pet Journal. The Pebble in the Pond.

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GROOMING YOUR PET

by Diana Schmidt, Grooming Your Pet Columnist, groomingyourpet@petjournalmidwest.com Fleas Here we are again at the worst time of year for fleas. These pests cause a lot of grief to the pet and the owner. Some dogs are allergic and one single bite can send them into a scratching frenzy.

Here is some information that hopefully will help.

The best time to start a flea control program is in the late spring, prior to an infestation. You can use the once a month liquids that you apply to the back of the dogs neck, Frontline, Advantix, etc., or some people prefer to use a flea collar. Consult your vet prior to treatment. Whatever you use, when it comes to flea control, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

The various life cycle stages will be found anywhere in the pet’s environment, but will be most concentrated in the areas that the pet spends most of its time, like the pet’s bed area. When the adult flea lays an egg on the pet, it will fall off the hairs in just a few minutes, similar to sowing seeds. What this means is that environmental flea control must be spread over the pet’s entire environment, focusing on the areas the pet spends the majority of its time: the sleeping areas and the walking paths.

Once you have a flea problem you will need to frequently dust, sweep, vacuum, and mop all surfaces where pets or you have been. Your house will need to be sprayed to kill fleas, and all animals and humans will need to leave for 4 to 6 Fleas are parasites, feeding directly on hours. You can also use a flea control humans or other warm blooded animals. powder on carpeted areas and work it Usually you or your pet serve as their into the nap. hosts. A skin reaction to a flea bite appears as a slightly raised and red itchy When it comes to exterior flea control, spot. Fleas usually require warm and you have two choices, granules or liquid humid conditions to develop. Due to concentrates. Liquid concentrates work the flea cycle and weather conditions, faster but require frequent treatments many people don’t realize they have a (once a month). Granules work long flea problem until they return home from term, but the results are slower, and vacation or after a move to new prem- should be repeated every 2-3 months ises and are confronted by hungry fleas. during flea season. If this entire task There are several types of fleas, but the of removing the fleas seems too dauntmost common is the cat flea, even on ing, you can also call a professional pest dogs. Fleas are attracted to body heat, control company. movement, and exhaled carbon dioxide.

Fleas go through a complete metamorEditors Note: Diana welcomes your phosis. There are four distinct stages: questions on general on grooming, eggs, larvae, pupae, and adult. A female please email using the email address flea will lay a few eggs every day until above or by mail: she has yielded up to 200 to 400 eggs.

Pet Journal These eggs will develop into flea larvae Attn: Grooming You Pet within 2 days to several weeks, depend3120 S Business Dr. Suite 270 ing on the temperature and humidity.

Sheboygan, WI 53081-6524 Whenever you see adult fleas crawling on your pet, it is only a symptom of a much larger problem.

PET PRODUCT REVIEWS

by Seth Minaker, Pet Journal Columnist, sminaker@petjournalmidwest.com With the holiday season coming at us rather fast, my plan for this month was to find some thoughtful, neat, and inexpensive gifts for the pet owners in your life. Let’s face it, finding gifts for people is hard, and finding a pet related gift can be even tougher. You could always go with something simple, say a stuffed toy for dogs, or a scratching post for cats. If however you want your gift to be something that they probably don’t have, a unique gift is in order. Consider the following list when you’re doing your holiday shopping: Pet-ZZZ-pad®: This is a great product for any pet. You’ve undoubtedly witnessed your pet lounging in the sun, they love the warmth. On cold days however, their proximity to the floor makes it colder for them, and for small (or shorthaired) dogs its even colder. Pet-ZZZpad® is a water resistant (easily wipeable) pet heating pad. It’s shaped in a circle for ease of placement, and has a steel cased cord for chew protection. All of that is great, but for me this makes it: Pet-ZZZ-pad® is pressure sensitive, automatically turning on when your pet gets on it, and automatically turning off when he leaves. No worrying about your pet getting cold when you’re at work or leaving a heater on the whole time. PetZZZ-pad® comes with machine washable fleece cover. Available in Small (12”) $19.99 and Large (16”) $29.99 The Sharper Image® pet pedometer: Monitoring your pet’s calorie intake versus calories burned is tough.

This product easily solves that problem.

1 touch operation, slim, lightweight, and quickly connects to your pets collar for no hassle use. Pet pedometer tracks steps, distance, and most importantly calories. This is also a great product for overweight pets, watching it you can keep their exercises consistent. Available in black and silver, runs off watch battery (included) and comes with 1 year warranty. $19.99

CATS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN from catsinternational.org Is your cat bored? Feline boredom is often at the root of a variety of behavior problems including aggression with pets as well as people, compulsive grooming, and depression. We all know feline couch potatoes -- sedentary cats who tend to be chubby. A daily dose of aerobic exercise is as important for cats as it is for their owners. A couple 10-15-minute play sessions a day will improve your cat’s attitude toward life and will bring him into the land of the fit and trim. And by the way, interacting with your cat in a positive way is healthy and relaxing for you as well. Invest in a couple of well-made fishing pole-type toys and take them out during the scheduled playtimes. (Cats love routine, so try to plan play sessions for the same time every day.) You can sit on the couch while kitty is getting a workout. When kitty is lying on his side and batting at the toy, it’s to end the play session and put the toys away.

(If these toys are not put behind closed doors, the cat will continue to hunt for them and could get into trouble by chewing the string or feathers.) Have fun. These play sessions are great times for bonding with your pet.

More ideas to make your cat’s life (and consequently, your life) more fun: • Get a feline companion for your cat -- one with a compatible personality.

• Schedule at least one 15-minute interactive play session with your cat and a fishing pole-type toy each day.

• Cats love to hunt for their toys, so consider getting your cat a Peeka-Prize Toy Box from SmartCat. Be sure to rotate toys frequently so Kitty doesn’t get bored.

• Install a window perch with a view of the birdfeeder.

• Provide a goldfish bowl or an aquarium to watch when the birds are not at the feeder.

• Drop a couple of ping pong balls in the bathtub (feline racquetball).

• Slide milk bottle rings or ice cubes across the kitchen floor (feline ice hockey).

• Stuff cotton socks of varying sizes with cotton balls and catnip.

• Set out something new to explore from time to time like a cardboard box or a paper grocery bag (without handles).

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Vets Best® Dry Clean waterless cat bath: Everybody know most cats hate water. So most cats don’t get baths, and end up smelling rather unpleasant. Solution? Vets Best® cleans, deodorizes, detangles and protects, with OUT water. Just massage foam onto fur, let dry, then brush out to clean and remove tangles in a few minutes. Plus, it will leave your cat smelling fresh. $7.99 for a 4oz bottle.

Zero Odor® Pet Odor and Stain remover: I normally wouldn’t review such a simple product, but as it received such outstanding reviews, I figured I had to. Zero Odor® eliminates pet odors not by concealing it in fragrances (in fact, its odorless) but by bonding with odor molecules and permanently dissolving them. Wherever it’s sold, it receives 5 stars. All pet owners would appreciate this. $19.99 16oz spray bottle.

Another great gift to give dog owners is a training book. Not just simple training, but fun tricks, commands, and obedience. Not only is it stimulation and fun for the dog, but its great bonding time with the owner. One book I would recommend would be “101 Dog Tricks by Kyra Sundance “ it’s loaded with full color pictures, easy to understand instructions, helpful commands, and tricks are grouped in level of difficulty. Great book for any level of training. $15.99 For the hard to shop for pet owner, a simple gift card to their favorite local or online pet store is sure to bring a smile to their face. But what about the owner who has everything? A thoughtful idea is to donate some money to a local or favorite pet related charity, in their, or their pets name. You, and they, know the money will do some serious good.

Now with all this shopping for others, don’t forget your own pet! He could use a gift or two! Wow, next month it will be December, then pretty soon New Year’s... 2012 went by fast! Until then!

Editors Note: Have a product you would like reviewed? Email Seth at the address above or by mail: Pet Journal Attn: Pet Product Reviews 3120 S Business Dr. Suite 270 Sheboygan, WI 53081-6524

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LITTERBOX from page 21 Praise and rewards will speed up the learning process. Like small children, they should not be expected to travel very far to find their toilet areas.

9. When introducing a new cat into the home, confine the cat to one room with its litterbox, bed, food and water, until the cat has used the litterbox several times and shows an interest in exploring the rest of the house. Once you have decided on the placement for the litterboxes in your house -- Don’t move them!

10. Help your cat feel comfortable in his home territory. Play games with him, give him a massage, talk to him frequently. Give him positive and affectionate attention. A confident, secure, contented and relaxed cat does not need to relieve anxiety and stress by such extreme measures as urine or fecal marking.

• Flash a beam of light on the walls and floor of a dimly-lit room (use a flashlight or a laser pointer).

• Provide your feline with some cat furniture -- something great to climb, perch on, and to scratch.

• Get a video made for cats or a wildlife show featuring birds.

Editors Note: Cats International was founded by Betsy Liscomb, a cat behavioral expert. If you would like more information on Cats International or for cat behavioral assistance, please visit the Cats International website, www. catsinternational.org.

Reprinted with permission.

Editors Note: Cats International was founded by Betsy Liscomb, a cat behavioral expert. If you would like more information on Cats International or for cat behavioral assistance, please visit the Cats International website, www. catsinternational.org.

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Section 1.2: Young Adult Job Posting Ellen’s Pet Sitting Need someone to walk your dog or feed your horses while you’re away?

Just give Ellen a call at 685-2094 or E-mail her at murktheratty@gmail.com Experienced High School Dog Walker I have references if needed please call Justin at 920-207-5561 for more information.

Section 2: Humane Societies & Animal Rescues/Shelters Needs Lists Section 2.1: Humane Societies Bay is • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Area Humane Society of Green Bay, WI looking for: Bleach Paper Towels Clay Cat Litter (non-clumping) Rawhides Kongs Dog Toys Canned Cat Food Small Litter Boxes Cat Toys Chew Blocks & Treats for Small Animals Carefresh Bedding (no pine or cedar) Liquid Laundry Detergent Powder-free Exam Gloves Scratching Posts, Towers or Cat Trees or consider these as a way to recycle: Blankets Bath Towels Leashes

To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the Bay Area Humane Society at: 920.469.3110 or visit their website: www.bayareahumanesociety.com.

Door County Humane Society of Sturgeon Bay, WI is looking for: • Animal Supplies • Purina Pro Plan Adult Chicken and Rice Formula • Purina Pro Plan Kitten Chicken and Rice Formula • Purina Dog Chow (green bag) • Purina Beneful • Dog Toys • Rawhide bones • Cat Litter (scoopable, any brand) • Office Supplies • Copy Paper • Postage Stamps • HP Ink Cartridge #60 for HP printer model# F4280 • Cleaning Supplies • Bleach • Paper Towels • Towels • Blankets • Toilet Tissue • High Efficiency Laundry Detergent To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact Door County Humane Society at: 920.746.1111, by email at: nail@dooranimals.com or you may visit their website: www.doorcountyhumanesociety.org.

Eastshore Humane Association of Chilton, WI is looking for: • Non-scoopable Cat Litter • Purina Cat Chow -or• Purina Complete • Purina Dog Chow • Laundry Detergent To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact Eastshore Humane Association at: 920.849.2390, by email at: ehashelter@gmail.com or you may visit their website: www.eastshoreha.org.

Fond Du Lac Humane Society of Fond Du Lac, WI is looking for: • Dog Needs • Kong’s and kong rubber balls • Dog toys • Peanut butter • Cheese whiz • Plain yogurt • Dog Treats • Easy-walk Harnesses (all sizes) • Durable Leashes • Kuranda dog beds (check our website) • Any dog related items - new or used • Cat Needs • Kitty Litter (non-clumping) • Purina Cat and Kitten Chow • Chicken or Turkey baby food (human) • Toys and Cat trees • Kitten milk replacer • Any cat or kitten related items - new or used • Small Animal Needs • Pellet rabbit food • Timothy Hay • Bedding & Litter (no pine or cedar please) • Any small animal related items - new or used • Other Needs • Bleach • Q-tips • Band-aids • First Aid & Medical supplies • Rubbing Alcohol • Laundry Detergent • Garbage Bags (20 gal or larger) • Dawn dish soap • Mop heads (heavy duty) • Paper towels • Sandwich Bags (Ziploc or fold top) • Small paper plates & paper cups • Copy paper - white or color • Stamps To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the Fond Du Lac Humane Society at: 920.922.8873 or visit their website: www.fonddulachumanesociety.org.

Fox Valley Humane Association of Appleton, WI is looking for: • Pet Supplies • Purina or Iams cat food and dog food • Purina Kitten Chow • Purina Puppy Chow • Canned cat, kitten and dog food • Pine or aspen shavings • Timothy hay • Cleaning Supplies • Lemon Pine-sol • Dish Soap • Tall Kitchen Garbage bags • Febreeze air freshener • Bleach • Liquid laundry detergent • Garbage bags (33-gallon) • Miscellaneous • Gas gift cards to local gas stations • X-large wire and plastic crates • Cash sponsorships • One months’s supply of pain medication for cats and kittens after surgery - $40/ per mo.

• One month’s supply of pain medication for dog s and puppies after surgery - $75/per mo.

• Surgical packs, 12 needed - $850 each • Sponsorship to spay or neuter a cat, 800 needed - $18.50 each • Sponsorship to spay or neuter a dog, 650 needed - $30.50 each To donate any of the items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the Fox Valley Humane Association at: 920.733.1717, by email at: shelter@foxvalleypets.org or visit their website: www.foxvalleypets.org.

Green Lake Area Animal Shelter of Green Lake, WI is looking for: • Cat Litter, any type • Dog and Cat treats • Disinfecting Wipes, any brand • Large Garbage Bags • White Copy Paper • HP-60 Black Ink To donate any of the items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the Green Lake Area Animal Shelter at: 920.294.3042, by email at: adopt@glass.org or visit their website: www.glaas.org.

Lakeshore Humane Society of Manitowoc, WI is looking for: • Purina Dry Dog and Cat Food • Dog and Cat Treats (especially dog biscuits) • Clay Cat Litter • Hard to destroy Dog Toys • Cat Toys • Creamy Peanut Butter • Small Animal Bedding • Small Animal Water Bottles • Small Animal Supplies (Hay, Feed, Treats and Toys) • 8.5” x 11” Copy Paper • Post-It-Notes • Stamps (First Class and Pst Card) • Bleach • Tall Kitchen Bags & 39 Gallon Garbage Bags • Hand Sanitizer • Paper Towels • Toilet Paper • Dawn Dishwashing Soap To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the Lakeshore Humane Society at: 920.684.5401 or visit their website at: www.lakeshorehumae.com.

Neenah Animal Shelter of Neenah, WI is looking for: Most Needed items: • Pig Ears/Rawhides • Dog Treats/Biscuits • Stamps • Dry Kitten Food

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Wand Type Cat Toys Pet Same Ice Melt Pooper Scooper with Rake Resurfacing of our Parking lot Always Needed items: Scoopable Unscented Litter such as: Tidy Cat, PetCo Brand, ScoopAway or Fresh Step Purina Original Dry Cat Food Degreaser (Jungle Jake or Simple Green ect.)

Small Paper Plates Printer Cartridges (HP Office Jet 6110 & L7590) Foster Homes Cat Scratchers (www.stretchandscrach.com) Empty Water Bottles (example Gatorade and Powerade bottles)

To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the Neenah Animal Shelter, 951 Country Rd G, Neenah, WI. Oconto Area Humane Society & Animal Shelter, Inc. of Oconto, WI is looking for: • Purina Dog/Puppy Chow • Pedigree Canned Dog Food • Purina Cat/Kitten Chow • Rawhides (Chews or Rolls) • Clay Cat Litter (Non-scooping) • Pet Toys (Stuffed Toys, Kongs, Tennis Balls, etc.)

• Liquid Laundry Soap • Bleach • Bounce Dryer Bars • Large Construction Garbage Bags • Mop Heads (Industrial) • Stamps • Printer Cartridges - HP 901 • Copy Paper • Gift Cards to Menards, Fleet Farm, PetSmart, PetCo, or Shopko • Single Stage Gas Snow Blower • Security System • Pressure Washer • Cash Donations To donate any of the items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the Oconto Area Humane Society & Animal Shelter at: 920.835.1738 or visit their website: www.ocontohumane.org.

Oshkosh Area Humane Society of Oshkosh, WI is looking for: • Purina Dog/Puppy Chow • Pedigree Canned Dog Food • Purina Cat/Kitten Chow • Rawhides (Chews or Rolls) • Clay Cat Litter (Non-scooping) • Pet Toys (Stuffed Toys, Kongs, Tennis Balls, etc.)

• Liquid Laundry Soap • Bleach • Bounce Dryer Bars • Large Construction Garbage Bags • Mop Heads (Industrial) • Stamps • Printer Cartridges - HP 901 • Copy Paper • Gift Cards to Menards, Fleet Farm, PetSmart, PetCo, or Shopko • Single Stage Gas Snow Blower • Security System • Pressure Washer • Cash Donations To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the Oshkosh Area Humane Society at: 920.424.2128 or visit their website: www.oahs.org.

Ozaukee Humane Society of Saukville, WI is looking for: • Digital Camera with rechargeable battery, at least 7 megapixel preferred • Dish Soap • Small Dog Training Treats • Laundry Detergent (for High Efficiency Washers) • Postage stamps

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Kongs Fabric - large, colorful solid material 8 oz. - 12 oz. disposable cups 45-gallon garbage bags Aspen Bedding Bleach Bottle Brushes Cardstock paper Cat-nail clippers (scissor type) Cat toys Copy paper, white & color, 8.5” x 11” Dog toys (Nylabones, squeaky toys, ropes, hard rubber balls, ect.)

Hand Sanitizer Highlighters Kitchen scrub brushes with handles LaserJet mailing labels (Avery 5160) Lingerie bags (for washing small toys) Mailing envelopes, 9 x 12 or 10 x 13 Manila folders (letter size only) Paper towels Peanut butter Pens Post-it-notes Printer ink cartridges ◊ Canon (5PGBK, 8C, 8M, 8Y) ◊ HP (23, 45, 92, 94, 95) Rabbit pellets (no fruit or seed mix) Rechargeable AA batteries, with charger Scissors Soft Dog Toys Staples Steno notepads Stretch & “Scratch” cardboard scratching pads Swiffer Dusters Timothy hay Toilet paper Vinyl (non-latex) gloves Wild birdseed

To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the Ozaukee Humane Society at: 262.377.7580, by email at: info@ozaukeehumane.org or you may visit their website: www.ozaukeehumane.org.

The Sheboygan County Humane Society of Sheboygan, WI is looking for: • Monetary donations • Gift cards for gas • Gift cards for pet supplies • Gift cards from retail stores • Cat toys • Canned cat food • Kitty litter (non-clumping) • Litter pans • Litter scoops • Laundry soap • Non-clorox bleach • Dish detergent • Paper towel • Scotch scrubbing pads • Rawhide chews for dogs • Dog toys and tennis balls • Science diet pet foods • Copy paper • Office supplies • Foster Homes • Volunteers To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the Sheboygan County Humane Society at: 920.458.2012 or visit their website at: www.mySCHS.com.

Washington County Humane Society of Slinger, WI is looking for: Items marked with a * are priority needs.

• Animal Needs ◊ Dog Needs ● Empty Unwashed Peanut Butter Jars ● Large Rawhides ● Small Bites Food ● Easy Cheese * ● Hot Dogs ● Dog Leashes (non-retractable) ● Pig Ears ● Kuranda Pet Beds ● Puppy Pads *

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Needs Non-scoopable cat litter * Grain Free Dry Cat Food * Caned Cat Food (loaf style only) Urinary Tract Prescription Cat Food Purina Cat Chow Tuna * Meat Flavored Baby Food Liquid Fish Oil Pate Canned Cat Food * EVO - 95% Beef or Lamb canned food * Nature’s Variety Instinct (Grain Free) - Lamb, Rabbit canned food * ● Disposable Litterboxes * ◊ Small Animal Needs ● Rat Blocks ● Reptile Sand * ● Lovebird Food * ● Spray Millet (for Birds) ● Vita drops* ◊ Shelter Needs ● Water Softener Salt * ● Plastic Watering Cans * ● Colored Paper - Astro Brights ● Latex Gloves (S, M, L sizes) * ● Mop Heads * ● Zzzero Cleaning Supplies ● Saline Eyewash for Emergencies ● Postage Stamps ● Fans ● White Copy Paper - Letter Size ● White Cardstock - Letter Size - 65lb * ● Toilet Bowl Cleaner * ● Toilet Paper * ● Heavy Duty Plastic Spray Bottles Laundry Detergent * ● ● Tall Kitchen Garbage Bags * ● 33 Gallon Garbage Bags * ● Paper Plates * ● Feliway Spay (not diffusers) * ● 75 to 100 ft. hoses (not black) ● Gift Cards (Walmart, Office Max, Fleet Farm, Menards, Gas Cards) ● Toner for printers: ● HP28 - Tricolor ● HP27 - Black ● HP LaserJet 2200d #96A - black ● HP22 - Tricolor ● HP21 - Black ● HP61XL Black ● HP61XL Color To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the Washington County Humane Society at: 262.677.0388, by email at: wchs@washingtoncountyhumane.org or visit there website at: www.washingtoncountyhumane.org.

Section 2.2: Animal Rescues & Shelters All Animal Rescue Center project of the Eastern Wisconsin Herpetological Society & Rescue of Plymouth, WI is looking for: • Reptile Cage Thermostats • Storage Space • Cargo Tailers • Livestock Trailers • Tow behind RV • Mini Van or Full Size Van • Kennel Fencing • Commercial/Large Capacity Washers/Dryers • Chest Freezers/Walk-in Coolers • Animal Control Equipment • Office Furniture • Gift Cards for Hardware or Home Improvment Stores • Lumber and 3/4” Plywood • Cash Donations To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the EWHSR at: 920.207.5642, by email at: info@allanimalresourcecenter.com or visit their website: www.allanimalrescuecenter.com.

Amazing Grace Equine Sanctuary of Elkhart Lake, WI is looking for:

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Good used skid-steer for snow/manure removal and moving large hay bales.

Hay nets.

Large size halters.

Fleet Farm gift cards.

Bags of cracked corn.

Grocery store expired bags of apples or carrots Wood shavings/wood pellet bedding or cross-cut only shredded paper.

Horse trailer - 3 or 4 horse with ramp load and preferably one that works with the pickup.

Bags of Senior feed MSM w/glucosomine and/or similar supplements Wormers Quest/Quest plus/Strongid/Safeguard Bales of hay - large or small or round Bags of bedding Electric fencers Electric water trough de-icers Bags of salt Loads of limestone screenings and/or gravel for paddocks Stall mats

To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact Amazing Grace Equine Sanctuary at: 262.627.0582, or visit their website: www.rescuehorses.com.

Care (Center for Avian Rehabilitation & Education) of Hubertus, WI is looking for: • Suede lacing for toy makeing (found at Michaels) 1/8”, beige or medium brown only • Zupreem or Lafeber pellets - all sizes • Gift Certificates to Michaels • 1/2” or 3/4” Plexiglass (10 4’ x 8’ panels) • First Class Postage Stamps • Hefty 39 Gallon Garbage Bags • Tall Kitchen Garbage Bags • Gloves for cleaning, doing dishes, ect.

• Large Rubbermaid or equivalent containers • Used towels, hand towels and wash cloths in good condition • 1cc syringes, vet wrap, 2x2’s, 4x4’s (veterinary supplies) • Cheerios, especially Honey Nut • Fresh Fruits and Veggies (no Avocados) • Frozen Mixed Vegetables • Mixed Nuts (Unsalted in Shells) • Ground Walnuts (found in the bakers section of your local grocery store) • Paper Towels, Kleenex, Toilet Paper • Laundry Detergent (free and clear of dyes and smells) • No. 10 Grip-seal Security Envelopes • Printer Paper • Gasoline Cards • Lexmark Pro901 ink cartridges ° 105 (Black Ink) ° 100 (Yellow, Cyan, and Magenta Ink) • Van (New or Used - needs to be reliable) • 100% Cotton Material and/or 100% Fleece Material • Gift Cards for WE Energy, Piggly Wiggly, Pick ‘N Save, Walmart, Menards, Home Depot, Sendiks, and Woodman’s • Cash Donations • Cash Donations for Vet bills - made payable to Brook-Falls Veterinary Hospital • Volunteers to help with cleaning and feeding - at least than 5 hours a month, mornings, afternoons and weekends • Pressure Washer Volunteer - to pressure wash cages in the Summer • Handyman Volunteer - for Maintenance projects at the Shelter, preferably Weekends To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact CARE at: 262.628.3719 or by email at: cntrforavianrehab@ sbcglobal.net.

Happily Ever After Animal Sanctuary, Inc. of Marion and Green Bay is looking for: • Liquid Laundry Detergent • Anti-bacterial Liquid Dish Soap • Garbage Bags • Bleach

• • • • • • • • •

Anti-bacterial Hand Soap Blankets (new or used) Sheets (used) Bath Towels (new or used) White Multipurpose Printer Paper (8.5 x 11) Purina Kitten Chow Caned Cat Food (Friskie’s Plate) Purina Cat Chow Original Rubbermaid Pets High Sided Litter Pan (can be found at PetSmart) Metal Litter Scoops (Durascoop Large Cat Litter Scoop, found at PetSmart) Large Ceramic Dog Food Dishes The Loops 2 Leashes (can be found at Fleetfarm or PetSmart) Canned Dog Food (Lamb and Rice, cans with pop tops only, please) Dog Treats (Snausages, Liver Treats, Beggiin’ Strips, T’ Bonz, ect.)

Dog Chewies (Rawhides, Dingo Bones, Pressed Bones, ect.)

Dog Toys • Tuffies Ultimate Dog Toys • The Almost Indestructible Ball • Air Kong Squeeker Dog Toys • Jolly Pets Tug and Toss Ball • JW Pet Good Cuz/Bad Cuz Dog Toys • Kong Wubba Dog Toys • Kong Rubber Balls • Kongs Gift Cards to PetSmart, PetCo, Fleet Farm, Menards Energy Star Washer and Dryer Large Van Cash Donation

• • • • • • •

• • • •

To donate any of the items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the Happily Ever After Animal Sanctuary, Inc. at: 920634-9701 or visit their website: www.happilyeverafterinfo.org.

Iveloharele Horse Retirement Sanctuary is looking for: • Hay, Grains, and Treats • Paint - White • Water hoses • Water and Grain Buckets • Bedding - Eqine - Fresh • Mats - for horse stalls • Box fans • Grooming Supplies • Round Pen • Gates 14 - 16 ft • Supplements - MSM, Glucosumine, and UGuard • Fly Spray, Fly Masks, and Fly Strips • Cash donation To donate any of the items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact Iveloharele Hourse Sanctuary by email: iveloharele@ frontier.com.

K&R • • • • • • • • • • • •

Small Animal Sanctuary is looking for: Baby Blankets Fleece Blankets Stuffed Animals Hard Plastic Baby Toys or Rattles Bunny/Guinea Pig Toys Natural Small & Large Wicker Baskets Natural Wicker Craft Wreaths PLAIN Rabbit Pellets (no seeds or treats mixed in!)

Bagged Hay 16oz or 32oz Water Bottles Ceramic Dishes Treats

To donate any of the items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the K&R Animal Sanctuary by email: kr_small_animal_sanctuary@yahoo.com or visit their website at: www.krsmallanimalsanctuary.vpweb.com.

Mecca’s Pit Bull Rescue of Sheboygan, WI is looking for: • Paper towels • Lysol Spray • Dog toys

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To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact Mecca’s Pit Bull Rescue at: 920.627.6727, by email at: mecca@ meccapitbullrescue.com or visit there website at: www.meccapitbullrescue.com.

Saving Paws Animal Rescue, Inc. of Appleton is looking for: • Cat Litter • Dry Cat Food (Please no Ol’Roy) • Dry Kitten Food (Please no Ol’Roy) • Canned Cat and Kitten Food • Dog Toys • Dog Rawhides/Chews/Bones • Bleach • Laundry Detergent • Paper Towels • Fly Traps • Any Cleaning Supplies • Bug Spay • Metal or Ceramic Bowls • Styrofoam Bowls • Folders (Red and Blue) • Any Pet Supplies To donate any of the items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the Saving Paws Animal Rescue, Inc. at: (920) 209-PAWS (7297) or visit their website at: www.savingpaws. com.

Two Left Paws of Sheboygan, WI is looking for: • Dog/Cat food (Evo, Fromm, Wellnes, Feliade, Canide) • Canned wet food (any kind) • Clumping litter (any kind, non-sented) • Litter scoops • Puppy pads • Dog/Cat treats • Dog/Cat toys • Dog/Cat beds • Towels • Paper towels • Disposable gloves • Kennels • Cages • Live traps for Small Animals • Fleet Farm gift cards To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact Two Left Paws Animal Sanctuary at: 920.331.0100 or via their website at: www.twoleftpaws.org.

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The event will be held at Circle E Equestrian Stables, located at W1424 County Highway VV in Seymour, from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 3, 2012. Tickets are $8.00 in advance or $10.00 at the door. Advance tickets can be purchased at Kavarna Coffeehouse in Green Bay. The first-time event will feature horse exhibition demonstrations, featuring Deborah Chinana with Thunderhawk Equestrian. An apple-pie baking contest, games, kissing booth and a large silent auction are also planned. The silent auction will include some special items like an art quilt and fantastic seats to the Packer-Lions football game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The money raised will help us pay for critical needs like vaccines and surgical supplies, as well as help us maintain an equipment inventory including live traps that we lend to caretakers.â&#x20AC;? said Lisa Kay Peters, Program Coordinator for Cats Anonymous. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We accomplish an awful lot through the generosity of our volunteers, but some things just have to be paid for.â&#x20AC;?

Cats Anonymous would like to thank the event sponsors: Jolene & Paul Moran, Petal Pusher, Brainchild Designs, Faithful Companions Pet Crematory, Mike & Annette Aubinger, Nercon Engineering & Manufacturing, and Jane Olson. Also, thanks to the judges for the apple-pie contest: Sarah Thomsen from WBAY TV2, Sheriff John Gossage, Chef Lyndsay Brooks, and Rosie Toess.

Cats Anonymous, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose sole purpose is to better the lives and reduce the number of stray and feral cats in Northeastern Wisconsin. They promote, educate and advocate the non-lethal reduction of the feral cat population utilizing the Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) method in a safe and humane manner. For more information, visit www.CatsAnonymous.org

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