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Southern Paws & Tails Spring 2023 Volume 19 Issue 2

IN THIS ISSUE How Spay & Neuter Saves Lives……………………..…….……………………………..………….6 Ins”purr”ations Corner .………………...………………………………………..…..…..………...........8 Escape. Dream. Laugh Kassi’s Korner………………………………………..….……………….………...……………………....10

Spay & Neuter to Help Save Lives!

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Vet’s View.................................………………….……………………..………....…...….....…...…...…11 Pet Food Myth Busters - Part Two “Paw-some” Product Picks……....………....………...…………………………..……..………........15 Business Directory……………...………………………………………....…....………..……..…18 Animal & Pet-Related Businesses

What to look for in your pet’s food.

Page 11 Cover Photo Look What Spring Has Sprung!

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How Spay & Neuter Can Save Lives

by Karen Fitch

In 2021, there was an estimated 7169 animals killed in shelters across the state of South Carolina.

While this number is significantly lower due to a state-wide initiative to make SC the first No-Kill State in the South, it is still 7169 too many.

U n f o r t u n a t e l y, the number one reason animals are euthanized at shelters is due to overcrowding. This means there are too many unwanted animals versus the amount of resources the facility has to care for them.

Tr a g i c a l l y, many underfunded shelters have found extermination to be the only solution. But there is another solution; we can 6

save our furry friends through preventative measures. By spaying and neutering our animals, we can help finally put an end to cruel and unnecessary animal euthanasia.

When I was a child, my parents bought an Airedale Terrier as our family’s pet. Max was a great dog – to us. But, he was not great to anyone else. He bit two people, including one of my best friends, whose mother never let her play at my house again. Max was never neutered. At the time, my father did not believe in altering dogs. Later, after Max had passed, I heard my father say, in hindsight, he should have neutered Max. Spring 2023

My parents have two female dogs now, and both have been spayed.

I recently asked him what changed his mind about spaying and neutering animals. He told me he was not that educated on the subject.

“Back in the 80s, there just was not the research or push as there is today to have your dog fixed. Had we neutered Max, maybe he would never have had that problem with aggression,” my father concluded.

Almost 40 years have now passed since we first got Max, and my dad made that decision to not neuter him. Luckily, in those last 40 years, a lot of research has been done regarding spaying and neutering.

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heartbreaking to see how many people lose or have lost their cat due to something so easily preventable as spaying and neutering.

The good news is that Banfield also concluded that spayed female cats live an average of 39% longer and neutered male cats live an average of 62% longer than their nonsterilized counterparts.

It is recommended that cats should be altered before they are 5 months old, as they can become pregnant as young as 4 months of age.

CATS In theory, it is estimated that two cats and their offspring can produce up to 420,0000 kittens in seven years. The reason is because cats are seasonally polyestrous, meaning Queens (unspayed females) will cycle in and out of heat until impregnated, having up to three litters per year. I reached out to Bruce Eilts, a Professor Emeritus in theriogenology at Louisiana State University to better understand this. “Cyclity in the queen is based upon daylight length. Queens normally cycle with long day lengths (12 hours).

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Cayce resident Sandy Lento, who formerly served as a feline adoption center/ shelter manager in Falmouth, Massachusetts says, female cats will continue their heat cycles throughout their years “until they are spayed.” There is no menopause for cats (or dogs). She also notes that intact male cats will roam for miles to find a mate, sometimes getting multiple partners in one night.

In the Banfield Pet Hospital State of Pet Health Report 2013, it was found that non-neutered cats are four times as likely to be hit by a car than neutered cats.

Unfortunately, no matter how great a cat’s life is at home, an unfixed cat’s desire to mate is much greater. It is

DOGS Similar theories estimate that two dogs and their offspring can produce up to 96,0000 puppies in seven years. That is about the size of Mount Pleasant, the fourth largest city in South Carolina. While female dogs only go through heat Spay/Neuter continued on page 14

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Ins purr ation ationss Corner Author Romana Gould shares her inspiring writings and eye-catching photos of her furry friends with an everyday purrspective of gratitude and appreciation. Her gentle observations of joy and love in our lives will appeal to the cat lover in us all.

by Romana Gould

Escape Your life story is like an epic movie, with all the joys and challenges that come with the experience of being human. At times you may feel lost inside a gloomy movie with no way out. You run scripts in your mind about what she said, what he did, and how it didn’t match your idea of how things should be. The happiest people learn to step outside of the pages of their own story, close the book and set it aside.

They learn to pause the non-stop conversation inside of their mind, and with clarity they see the world with new eyes.

Dream Achievers are dreamers who believe in possibility. They think big and hold tight to the belief that what they want is already on the way.

When you have the freedom to think anything you want, why not think big? Dare to imagine vivid details as if your future was already here, and feel the glorious feelings of your dream come true. Think outside the bounds of what your rational mind believes is possible.

Some people may say that you are out of your mind, but that can be a good thing! Don’t just follow your dreams, run towards them.

Laugh Someone does something wildly funny and you laugh until tears run down your face. When you finally catch your breath you feel giddy and refreshed. With a smile you look around and realize that things are better than you thought, and your day ends up being great.

Surround yourself with people who keep things light and fun because laughter is truly the best medicine.

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Kassi’s Korner

by Jennifer Marthers

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h! Spring is here! The birds

are singing, those crazy furry squirrels are running around teasing me knowing I can’t catch them, and the whole outside world is popping to life!

As you remember, I almost wasn’t here to see last spring! Yeah no kidding…! NO KIDDING AT ALL!! I got crushed under a 100ft+ pine tree that came crashing down on me in the ice storm on 1-16-22! Jennifer had put me outside in my pen to potty and she ran in to potty herself. The tree fell and a long story began last year.

But, I’m finally recovered and back to being my smart cutesy self. I’m running, playing and charming people—that’s what I do best—charm people.

Jennifer and I have enjoyed the fall and winter as we usually do. I have been traveling some… yes I have… I looove to get in the car and travel in my crate. Been to the beach this fall several times! I LOoove the beach! I love to raise my little nose in the air with my fringy ears blowin in the wind and take a deep breath of the salty air!! It makes me want to take off running on the beach chasing birds. That’s my dream, but I’m on my 30ft line… Just being with Jennifer on the beach watchin’ a sunset is glorious! Sharing the moment… what more could a dog want than to be with their person.

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I rode with Taude (Claude, Jennifer’s brother) on the first trip down as I mentioned in the Winter article. Taude is my hero… he got that stupid tree off me saving my life but… listening to cool Jimmy Buffett music is one thing and listening to Taude sing for 3hrs is another… I started to join with “howlin’in” but it was just too much…sorry Taude… I Luv ya though. Afterwards, I started traveling with Grandmama and Jennifer in the big car ‘cos Taude couldn’t always go on the same day.

What a thrill to ride in the BIG car!

I rode in my crate on the back seat and listened to the girls talk. It was wonderful. Jennifer told me beach trip (I know the word “beach”) and I knew I was on a long trip. While there, I played with our neighbors Jim and Terry. We actually had Thanksgiving at the beach with them. I ran on the beach on the long line and met loads of people. I did some tricks for them on the beach and just shared my love. Jennifer and I went to some doggie stores to look around. It’s fun to sniff ‘round in the toys and treats. We went to walk up town and I had fun greetin’ folks. I love to sit up on a bench with Jennifer and show off my pretty necklaces (collars) and my jewelry (tags)! Sometimes Jennifer and I wear the same colors she says! She makes me proud bein’ with her!! Just bein’ with her, smelling her, listening to her voice and laughter is heaven!!! At home, we often sit on the back porch with her rockin’ in the chair and me layin’ ‘round is heaven too. We have a huge fenced backyard with a wonderful screen back porch with ceiling fans… ah… the life… At night, I am in my play pen with the family nearby when we go to sleepy time. Beach life is… Wonderful!!!

Wow, I hear Jim and Terry got a puppy for Christmas! Her name is Zoe Rae, an Irish Setter Doodle, whatever that is. Guess I’ll have a neighbor to romp with! Hope she’s not too big and rough. I’m getting on in age now you know. Horrors…

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Taude mentioned he knows of a mountain cabin we might can rent.

Hope I can tag along ‘cos I don’t like bein’ away from Jennifer, especially since my accident. I NEVER have in my 13 years, (except for medical reasons) spent time away from Jennifer. I don’t know what a mountain is but a trip sounds Great! I have some dog friends who have a place in the mountains. They say it is a nice place but it’s mainly all up hill.

That might be fun!

My health issues are stable thank goodness. I had a BIG Ultrasound done at Dr. Rosemary’s on 12-7-22 to check my adrenal cancer. A specialist doctor did the test. Thankfully Dr. Rosemary and Audrey, her tech, were there with me. I was scared… where Jennifer was… the test showed I have some issues going on so who knows what the future holds… My Cushing’s Disease and chronic UTI are under control with meds. I get stuck every so often to check my blood. I’m sorta gettin’ used to it now. I just glue my eyes on Jennifer and it’s over!

I romp ‘round every day in the big dog pen. Gettin’ my exercise and stayin’ fit. The specialist doctor and Dr. Rosemary say I’m in fantastic trim physical shape. Difficult to tell my age ‘cos I’m SO ACTIVE! Hey, exercise may be the key even for animals…

Thank you Dr. Rosemary for being the wonderful thoughtful veterinarian you are.

Thank You, Jennifer for adopting me! I am a very blessed little dog to have a special person like you.

Thank you Taude for getting that stupid tree off me! I luv you…

Thank you God for giving these, and other, wonderful people in my life!

Happy trails to ya…

~KassiVeda, CGC, CGCA, TKN, TKI, TKA Southern Paws & Tails

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Pet Food Myth Busters - Part Two

By Emily Hoppmann, DVM Elgin Veterinary Hospital, Elgin, SC About Dr. Emily Hoppmann

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n the last issue, we examined the quality of commercial pet food and what consumers should look for when feeding their pets a healthy diet. This article will cover information about corn (as a filler); raw food diets; grain-free and gluten-free diets; and wheat allergies.

Information about Corn Is it a worthless filler or a nutritious ingredient?

People often hear that a plantbased ingredient such as corn is a "filler" that shouldn't be included in a pet's diet because it is poorly digested and can cause allergies.

However, corn is actually an excellent source of many nutrients and is not even close to the top of the list of ingredients that dogs and cats are most allergic to. "Fillers" may be defined as feed ingredients with little or no nutritional value.

Based on this description corn is certainly not a filler.

Corn provides a good source of carbohydrates, protein, and essential fatty acids in the diet of dogs and cats. Corn can be found in many forms, all of which can contribute to nutritious diets. For example, corn gluten meal contains 60 to 70% protein and is an excellent source of essential amino acids. Whole corn or corn meal provides highly digestible carbohydrates as an energy source.

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Corn is a good source of linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid required by both dogs and cats. It also contains abundant amounts of antioxidants, such as vitamin E and beta-carotene.

Corn gluten meal is easy to digest, making its nutrients readily available to your pet. Corn gluten meal contains many essential amino acids, so when it is properly combined with other protein sources, it can contribute to highly digestible and nutritious diets.

Corn is not a common cause of allergies. Dogs and cats can develop allergies to any protein, including meats and grains. However, allergies to food are very uncommon and it is estimated that only 10% of allergic skin conditions in dogs and cats are caused by food. Many food companies are pushing new ingredients as a way to avoid food allergies, but food allergies are just not very common and the truth is that is a pet has a food allergy to one thing, it will develop a food allergy to anything it is fed over a long period of time. Corn does not appear on the list of most common food allergies in dogs or cats.

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Dr. Emily Hoppmann completed her undergraduate studies at the University of South Carolina and graduated from the University of Georgia School of Veterinary Medicine in 2005. She works with pre-veterinary and pharmacy students to further their educations. She has many informative articles for pet owners.

She is the proud owner of the Elgin Veterinary Hospital in Elgin, South Carolina, which she bought in 2011.

Since high school, Emily has volunteered with Homeworks, a program like Habitat for Humanity. She enjoys fitness, reading, going to the beach, and rescuing animals.

wheat, followed by lamb, egg, chicken, and soy. In cats, the most common food allergies are beef, dairy products, and fish.

Remember that it is the overall quality of the pet food that makes it a good choice for your pet.

Raw Food Diets- are they the best for your dogs and cats?

Many pet owners think feeding their dogs and cats food that mimics the raw diet of wild animals is the right thing to do. However, it is possible for these diets to be harmful to both pets and humans alike.

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Raw meat and poultry may be contaminated with harmful microorganisms, such as salmonella. Feeding raw meat to pets can expose them to bacteria, parasites, and protozoa. Members of the household will also be exposed to the same bacteria, protozoa, and parasites when you feed a diet containing raw meat to a c a t or a do g. Th es e microorganisms pose greater risk to the young, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.

Bones as part of a raw diet can also be hazardous to pets' health.

Raw (and cooked) bones can fracture teeth. Jagged and sharp points can tear the esophagus, stomach, or intestines. Fragments of bone can also become lodged in the gastrointestinal tract.

Diets made mostly of meat and bones may be lacking in important nutrients. Calcium deficiency is a common problem with these diets, which can lead to impaired growth, spontaneous fractures, and loose teeth. Vitamin A toxicity can occur if large amounts of raw liver are fed.

A raw food diet may not be the best choice for your pet. This type of food can expose your pet and your family to harmful microorganisms, physically injure your pet, and lead to nutritional imbalances.

Should Pet Foods be Grain-free?

Most cells in the body use carbohydrates as a primary source of energy. The nervous system (i.e., the brain and nerves) requires the carbohydrate glucose to support normal functions.

If carbohydrates, such as those from grains are not available, dietary protein is diverted away from its most important function, protein synthesis, in order to make glucose.

If carbohydrates are available, the dietary protein is instead used to build and maintain muscle and tissue.

Reproducing females, growing puppies and kittens, and active dogs especially benefit from diets containing carbohydrates. Grains also provide fiber, which contributes to gastrointestinal health. Grains also contain essential fatty acids and other nutrients that contribute to a healthy skin and coat. Properly processed grains provide needed nutrients as part of a nutritionally complete and balanced diet.

Wheat Allergies How common are they?

There is a widespread misperception that wheat commonly causes food allergies and pet foods containing it should be avoided. Food allergies are actually uncommon in dogs and cats.

Food allergies constitute only a small percentage of allergy problems in pets. While the exact incidence is unknown, it is estimated that only

10% of allergic skin conditions are caused by food. Flea bites and environmental allergens, such as pollens, mold, and dust mites, are more common triggers of allergic symptoms than food.

An allergy is an abnormal reaction by the body's immune system to normal substances in the environment, including foods.

Allergies can form to almost any food or ingredient, but the more animals are exposed to a food or ingredient, such as wheat, the more likely it is that allergies will develop. Proteins, especially beef and dairy products, are the most common food allergens in dogs and cats. Genetics is also a factor in the development of allergies.

Certain individuals are predisposed to become allergic to something, but no single food is more likely to cause allergies than another. The only way to truly diagnose a food allergy is with an elimination diet trial, which your veterinarian can prescribe. Unless it has been proven to be the culprit through appropriate testing, arbitrarily avoiding a single ingredient, such as wheat won't prevent allergies from developing.

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a few times a year, they tend to have a bigger litter size than cats.

Dogs, unlike cats who reabsorb their uterine lining, actually menstruate similar to humans and include all the unpleasant side effects such as painful cramping and nausea.

Therefore, spaying your dog is the only route to go to keep your house clean; keep your dog out of pain; and keep yourself free of the burden of finding homes for multiple puppies.

Another great reason to spay and neuter is to help prolong the pet's life. A recent University of Georgia study in the Department of Genetics, (dogshttps://journals.plos. org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/ journal.pone.0061082) compared causes of death among over 40,000 sterilized and reproductively intact domestic dogs. It concluded that the lifespan was greater in the sterilized dogs compared to those with their reproductive organs.

Banfield’s 2013 report concluded neutered male dogs live an average of 18% longer and spayed females dogs live 23% longer than their fertile counterparts. Sadly, intact males are twice as likely to be hit by a car than those neutered.

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Spaying and neutering dogs also helps to prevent or eliminate certain cancers and diseases of the reproductive organs.

It is recommended that female dogs should be spayed before they are 5 months old. In addition, small, medium and large breed male dogs should be neutered before they are 5 months old. Studies have also shown that giant breed male dogs who are house pets should be neutered after growth stops, between 12 to 15 months of age, due to orthopedic concerns.

Help Spread the Word Currently, Rhode Island is the only state to have mandatory spay and neuter laws in their General Laws.

South Carolina state laws only demand spaying and neutering if the dog or cat is being acquired from the shelter, agency, society, or rescue organization.

Therefore, it is up to us to do our part in preventing more unwanted animals being dumped in shelters or given to people who will abuse or neglect them. If you find or privately adopt an animal that has not been spayed or neutered, it is up to you to do it. Even older cats and dogs who are healthy can be spayed Spring 2023

or neutered (My friend had her 7- year-ol d dog successfully neutered). If your neighbors or friends bring home a new animal, it is up to you to encourage them.

Contact your veterinarian to discuss and/or schedule your pet’s appointment and encourage your family and friends to do the same. If money is the deterrent, there are many low-cost spay/neuter clinics across the state to help cut costs so it is affordable to everyone.

A great way to pass on this message to friends and strangers alike is to purchase the “No More Homeless Pets” license plate available through the SC Department of Motor Vehicles. A portion of the fees collected for the plate goes into a special Department of Agriculture account to support annual spaying and neutering programs. I am anxiously awaiting my plate to arrive in the mail.

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LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! You guessed it... this year is going to be movie themed! We will play games, meet community members who help animals and learn how we all can be great advocates for animals.

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Pet Food continued from page 12 Wheat is an excellent source of complex carbohydrates for energy, as well as a source of protein.

Including wheat in a pet food as an energy source preserves the animal proteins in the diet for maintaining a pet's muscle and tissue.

Are Gluten Free Diets Really Healthier for Your Pets?

Although only 1% to 2% of people have celiac disease and require a gluten-free diet, many

more people are jumping on the gluten-free bandwagon in hopes it will help them lose weight or feel better. Many of them assume that a gluten-free diet is what is best for their pets too. However, gluteninduced enterotherapy (celiac disease) is very rare in dogs and has been reported primarily in Irish Setters. Pets with celiac disease react to the proteins (gluten) in wheat, rye, and barley. The protein in corn gluten does not cause GI problems, even in individuals with celiac disease.

Gluten is the concentrated protein from grain after all the starch has

been removed. Corn gluten meal contains approximately 60% to 70% protein, and provides essential amino acids that form the building blocks for protein.

Gluten is highly digestible. In addition, gluten provides structure to pet food. Just as wheat gluten is added to breads to enhance the texture, a small amount in pet food helps canned formulas, kibbles, and treats hold their shape. Gluten from various grains is a nutritious ingredient that provides a concentrated source of protein in pet foods.

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We are a small animal rescue organization located in the Columbia area of South Carolina. We started out with two friends who met in a field trapping homeless cats. We have branched out to a small group of cat lovers. We work together to foster, trap, neuter and adopt out cats to good forever homes. We all agree that cats are good for the soul!

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VETERINARIANS/ANIMAL HOSPITALS

1408 Charleston Hwy West Columbia, SC 29169 MonMon-Sat by appointment Jennifer Williams, DVM

PET TRAINING PET FRIENDLY REALTORS

PROGRESSIVE PET TRAINING In-Home Private Training for People & Their Pets Ashley Altamirano, Owner

Medical Director Tim Loonam, DVM Briana Davis, DVM Ryan Dover, DVM Bailey Lyons, DVM Hailey Hunt, DVM 147 Charter Oak Road Lexington, SC 29072 803.808.PETS (7387) 803.785.2385 (FAX) www.gracepets.com

Phone: 910.447.926 910.447.92622 Email: Ashley@ progressivepettraining.com www.progressivepetsitting.wordpress.com

PET GROOMERS VETERINARIANS/ANIMAL HOSPITALS

www.southernpawsandtails.com

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1741 B Airport Blvd Cayce, SC 29033 ColaPetCremation.com Offering Columbia’s Premier Personalized Services to Honor Your Pet

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