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TABLEOFCONTENTS Accessories / Specialty Collars..............................................5 All Natural / Holistic Pet Products........................................5 Animal Ambulance Tranportation.......................................8 Animal Communicator............................................................8 Animal Hospitals...............................................................12-17 Animal Rescue...................................................................18-29 Apartments Pet Friendly................................................30-31 Aquariums and Supplies...................................................... 32 Bakeries...................................................................................... 32 Barter Clubs.............................................................................. 32 Behavior Modification........................................................... 32 Bird Sitting................................................................................. 33 Boarding..............................................................................33-35 Booster Club.......................................................................38-39 Boutiques.................................................................................. 42 Career / Vocation..................................................................... 42 Carpet Cleaning....................................................................... 42 Cat Grooming........................................................................... 42 Cat Sitting.................................................................................. 43 Cemeteries................................................................................ 43 Clothing..................................................................................... 43 Clothing For Pets..................................................................... 43 Clubs............................................................................................ 43 Crematory.................................................................................. 43 Daycare.................................................................................44-45 Dental......................................................................................... 46 Dental Products....................................................................... 46 Dog Tags.................................................................................... 46 Dog Parks................................................................................... 48 Dog Training.......................................................................50-51 Dog Treats.................................................................................. 52 Dog Walking............................................................................. 52 Dog Wash................................................................................... 52 EmergencyNumbers. Numbers.............................................................. .......................................................... 79 Emergency Events....................................................................................52-55 Exotic Pets................................................................................. 52 Farmers Markets...................................................................... 56

Feed Dealers.................................................................................... 57 Flooring............................................................................................. 57 Food Delivery.................................................................................. 57 Grooming...................................................................................58-60 Grooming Mobile.......................................................................... 60 Holistic Foods and Supplements............................................. 61 Holistic Vet....................................................................................... 61 Home Health Services................................................................. 61 Home Pet Care................................................................................ 61 Horse Rescue................................................................................... 29 Hotels - Pet Friendly.................................................................... 62 Low Cost Spay / Neuter............................................................... 63 Magazine.......................................................................................... 63 Massage............................................................................................ 63 Mobile Vet........................................................................................ 63 Non-Profit Organizations............................................................ 63 Obedience Training...................................................................... 63 Online Pharmacy........................................................................... 63 Pet Foods / Supplies...............................................................64-65 Pet Photography............................................................................ 67 Pet Services...................................................................................... 67 Pet Sitting Grid.........................................................................68-69 Pet Sitters...................................................................................70-71 Pet Transport................................................................................... 72 Raw Foods........................................................................................ 72 Realtor............................................................................................... 72 Restaurants - Pet Friendly........................................................... 73 Self Service Dog Wash................................................................. 74 Service/Assistance/Guide Dogs............................................... 74 Spay/Neuter Services................................................................... 74 Tick & Flea Control........................................................................ 74 Thrift Shops..................................................................................... 75 Veterinarians................................................................................... 76 Veterinary Referral Services....................................................... 76 Veterinary Specialty Services.................................................... 76 Waste Removal............................................................................... 76 Wellness............................................................................................ 76

FEATURED ARTICLES

Can Pets Benefit From Aromatherapy?.............................9 Great Health Starts with Great Nutrition.......................10 Companion Laser Therapy..................................................12 The Art of Making Difficult Decisions.............................14 It’s Not Just Bad Breath...Pet Dental Hygene................17 5 Reasons Why ... Adopt a Shelter Cat or Dog!..........20 Georgia Jail House Dogs.....................................................25 Rabies On The Rise................................................................26 Give Your Animal A Voice....................................................27

Understanding Food Allergies in Your Pets..................35 As Your Paws Do The Walking............................................38 Ackerman - Home Security.................................................39 Daycare Isn’t Just for Children Anymore........................44 Why In-Home Training Lessons Work.............................50 When It’s Time To Say Good-Bye......................................57 Basic Grooming Tips.............................................................59 Picking A Pet Sitter................................................................69 Rainbow Bridge......................................................................71

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Letter From The Editor As 2013 howls in, we are excited to bring to print our new publication! The family at Pet Pages Atlanta is enthusiastic about our pets. We are pet parents ourselves and we want to know the best pet services and products that the Metro Atlanta area has to offer. We want to educate, support local businesses, and know who to trust when it comes to the lives that rely on us to take care of them. During the past few months, we have attended events, met interesting people, found amazing rescue organizations, and built the foundation for long lasting friendships and partnerships. We have explored Metro Atlanta counties for pet friendly locations and businesses. We found so much more than we expected. This issue is loaded with Pet Safety Tips, Emergency Numbers, Pet Friendly Places, and informative articles by local experts. The pet community here is strong and full of passionate individuals who want to make a difference. Please support the over 80 non-profit organizations listed here that do so much to help our pet companions. I extend a ‘Thank You’ to my family and friends for their patients

and encouragement during this journey and, my gratitude to our advertisers for their support and belief in this publication. When you visit their shops or businesses, let them know you saw them in Pet Pages. And, if your favorite pet business is not listed here, tell them about us. Our family will continue to fill these pages with useful and enjoyable information for your family.

We will continue to publish new editions of Pet Pages Atlanta including new areas, so people all over Metro Atlanta will benefit from learning about the impassioned pet businesses near them. Look for our summer edition, visit our website to see the online Events Calendar and check for our iphone app. Mary Gayle, Stacy Tango (cover girl), Hallie and Lilly

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All articles and content in Pet Pages are copywrited and may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the prior written consent of the publisher. Pet Pages Atlanta, a Division of Mercury Gold, LLC, a Georgia Corporation, assumes no responsibility or liability for errors or omissions occurring in this directory. Advertisements, listings, and information are provided solely by those advertising herein, who carry full responsibility for their content. Pet Pages directories are published throughout communities in Georgia on an annual basis. All inquiries for distributorships may be addressed to our Sarasota mailing address.

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Pooch-n-Paws Pet Boutique www.PoochNPaws.com 3410 Town Center Ave, Suwanee...................770.932.0890 4817 S Vickery St, Cumming............................770.887.5050

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Animals are such agreeable friends. They ask no questions. They pass no criticisms. ... George Eliot

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Atlanta Animal Ambulance.................678.439.5911 Immediate Animal Service...................404.406.9851 Animal communicator Communicator animal

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Houseplants To keep pets away from your plants, mix some lemon juice with water and place in a spray bottle. Periodically spritz your plants with the mixture --theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love the humidity, and your pets will avoid the citrus smell. Another way to keep pets away is to use citrus peelings, cayenne pepper or pine cones as a mulch around your plants. 8

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Great Health Starts with Great Nutrition

protein (chicken, beef, salmon, etc.) as opposed to unnamed sources (poultry, meat, fish) or vegetable sources (soy, peas, etc.) at the beginning of the ingredient list (the first five ingredients comprise about 80-90% of what’s in the food). Avoid low quality fillers (corn, wheat, soy, by-products, etc.), chemical preservatives (BHA, BHT, Propylene Glycol and Ethoxyquin are known carcinogens), artificial colors & flavors, and high carbohydrates. Know the source. It’s not enough to know the food has chicken instead of byproducts. Where and how was it raised and processed also has an impact on the quality of the food. Avoid ingredients that are pumped with antibiotics and hormones as these will pass through the food into your pet. Diet rotation is also important. Just as we get different nutrients from different foods, so do our pets. Feeding the same food (even if it’s high-quality) day in, day out, year after year can lead to problems. Find a few options that work for your pet and rotate them. Remember, there is no one “right” pet food for every pet. You have to sift through the marketing gimmicks and hype to find what is right for your pet. The benefits of a proper diet are almost endless. At Fido’s Market, we take the health of your pet seriously and are here to help you dig in and find the best diet for your pet.

hat you choose to feed your pet can be the single-most important decision you make for your pet. Feeding a high-quality diet can help you avoid painful and costly diseases later in your pet’s life. Hippocrates said “Let food be thy medicine” and we view it as both preventative and curative. Armed with some basic information, you will be able to make great choices. There are 4 main choices in commercially available types of food for your dog and cat: raw, dehydrated & freeze-dried, canned/wet, and kibble/dry. Raw food is the most species-appropriate for your dog and cat. It has come a long way in recent years in terms of convenience. You can now easily feed a diet that is most similar to the way he would choose if he could; the way he was intended to eat. Raw comes in pre-sized bulk blocks, patties, sausage links and bite-sized nibbles. Just defrost and feed. Dehydrated and freeze-dried foods are excellent choices to ensure your pet is getting the most nutrients out of what he’s eating. Just add water and watch him drool. Canned/wet is a convenient option, available in a variety of consistencies – shredded meats, chunky stews and pâté. Kibble/dry is the most convenient, but the least species-appropriate. There are a lot of choices— some very good, some not so good and some just downright shameful. Once you’ve decided what type of food(s) you’re going to use, understanding what’s actually in them is key. Quality can vary dramatically from brand to brand, and even among the same brand. Look for named sources of animal

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See Your Veterinarian At Least Twice A Year For A Happier, Healthier Pet!

What To Expect: Examination: Your veterinarian will examine your pet’s eyes, nose, ears, mouth and coat for any external evidence of problems. Your veterinarian will listen to your pet’s heart and lungs and palpate its abdomen for any abnormalities. Your pet will be weighed and have its conformation checked (muscles and joints) and a proper diet and proper supplements will be discussed. Parasites: Your veterinarian will check for evidence of external parasites i.e. fleas, ticks, mites, and lice. Internal parasites - common ones are heartworm and intestinal worms - will be checked with blood and stool exams. These exams will help you and your veterinarian select the most appropriate and the safest parasite prevention program.

Vaccinations: Dogs and cats must be vaccinated to prevent rabies by Florida law. There are many additional vaccines available which are given commensurate with your pet’s potential risk. These must be considered if your pet spends time outside, goes to kennels or groomers, goes to dog parks or travels out of state. One size does not fit all, so it is very important to discuss this with your family veterinarian before committing to a ‘package’ that your pet may not need. Ask your veterinarian the most effective ways to keep your pet healthy. This includes how to care for its teeth, how to protect its joints and how to care for the senior pet. If your pet has not been spayed or neutered, arrange to have one of these crucial surgeries done both to prevent many future problems with your pet and to help reduce the serious overpopulation problem we currently face.

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Alpharetta Animal Hospital 80 Milton Ave, Alpharetta....................770.475.7613

Animal Emergency of Sandy Springs 228 Sandy Springs PL NE, Sandy Springs.......................................................404.252.7881

American Heritage Animal Full Service SmallHospital Inc Hospital 3475Animal Stone Mountain Hwy, Snellville.....................................................770.972.7026 Beatriz Segarra, D.V.M

Animal Hospital of Nesbit Crossing 9850 Nesbit Ferry Rd # 2, Alpharetta..................................................770.642.8522

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Ark Veterinary Hospital 4977 Lanier Islands Pkwy # 104, Buford..........................................................770.271.0270

Chattahoochee Animal Clinic 1176 Alpharetta St, Roswell.................770.993.6329

Atlanta Animal Rehabilitation & Fitness 900 Mansell Rd, Ste 21, Roswell......................770.594.2688

Cherokee Emergency Veterinary Clinic 7800 Hwy 92, Woodstock..................................678.238.0700

Atlanta Equine Veterinary Service 1051 Colony Dr, Alpharetta.................770.475.9659

Cliffwood Animal Hospital 175 Cliftwood Dr., NE Atlanta.............404.252.9200

Atlanta Veterinary Dental Service 12280 Houze Rd, Ste A2, Alpharetta..................................................770.552.8777

Coal Mountain Animal Hospital 3370 Matt Hwy, Cumming...................770.888.6757 Cobb Emergency Veterinary Hospital 630 Cobb Pkwy N, Marietta..............................770.424.9157

Berkeley Lake Animal Hospital 2900 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Duluth.........................................................770.476.8411

Country Place Animal Hospital 2165 Old Milton Pkwy, Alpharetta....770.475.4159

Best Friend Veterinary Hosp 2189 Highway 211 NW, Braselton.....770.307.0903

Crabapple Animal Hospital 12280 Houze Rd, Ste 2A, Alpharetta...............................................................770.751.1031

Bridge Park Animal Hospital 11105 State Bridge Rd, Alpharetta....770.569.5799

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Crestview Animal Hospital 307 Pilgrim Mill Rd, Cumming............770.889.2521 Crossroads Animal Clinic Inc 1145 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Suwanee.....................................................770.614.4000 Cumming Veterinary Clinic 4110 N Old Atlanta Rd, Cumming.....770.887.3119 Dacula Animal Hospital 2980 Winder Hwy, Dacula....................770.963.9949

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The Art of Making Difficult Decisions

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animal hospitals AH animal hospitals Gwinnett Animal Clinic 190 Buford Dr, Lawrenceville..............770.963.6903

Gwinnett Animal Hospital 2184 McGee Rd, Snellville....................770.972.0447 Hambry Road Animal Hospital 3785 Hambry Rd, Alpharetta..............770.521.1314 Hamilton Ridge Animal Hospital 3421 Ridge Rd, Buford...........................770.614.1919 Holcomb Bridge Animal Hospital 1575 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Roswell....770.998.8865 Hollyberry Animal Hospital 10915 Alpharetta Hwy, Roswell.........678.795.1116 Indian Shoals Pet Resort 3560 Indian Shoals Rd, Dacula...........770.995.9123 Johns Creek Animal Hospital & Boarding Kennel 3571 Peachtree Pkwy, Suwanee........770.844.7387 Johns Creek Veterinary Clinic 10540 Medlock Bridge Rd, Johns Creek...............................................770.623.8387

North Atlanta Animal Hospital 227 Sandy Springs PL NE, Sandy Springs...........................................404.255.9633

Jones Bridge Animal Hospital 11450 Jones Bridge Rd, Alpharetta..770.410.0044

North Atlanta House Call 167 Roswell Commons Way, Roswell........................................................770.643.8300

Just Pets Veterinary Hospital 1675 Peachtree Pkwy, Cumming.......770.886.2664

North Fulton Veterinary Hospital 775 Marietta Hwy, Roswell..................770.993.4043

Lafferty Animal Clinic 10155 Haynes Bridge Rd, Alpharetta..................................................770.754.3004

North Roswell Veterinary 11490 Alpharetta Hwy, Ste 800, Roswell........................................................770.442.8733

Little River Animal Hospital 15710 Birmingham Hwy, Alpharetta.770.619.1616

Orr Animal Hospital Inc 1902 Old Atlanta Rd, Cumming.........770.887.7112

Medlock Bridge Animal Hospital 5155 S. Old Peachtree Rd., Norcross.770.447.5100

Pal For Your Pet 3410 Highgate Hills Dr, Duluth..........678.697.3842

Midway Animal Hospital www.MidwayAnimalHosp.com 6785 Atlanta Hwy, Alpharetta.........................770.475.2003 Mill Creek Animal Hospital 10100 Jones Bridge Rd, Alpharetta..770.740.0330 Mountain Park Plaza Animal Hospital 4708 Woodstock Rd, Roswell..............770.587.4800

Peachtree Corners Animal Clnc 4020 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Norcross.. 770.448.0700

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The Village Animal Hospital Segarra, Beatriz DVM www.TheVillageAnimalHospital.com 5075 Abbots Bridge rd, Ste 800, Alpharetta...............................................................770.754.1234

animal AH hospitals Pleasant Hill Animal Hospital 2982 Pleasant Hill Rd, Duluth.............770.476.9339 Pulse Veterinary Technologies 2300 Lakeview Pkwy, Ste 700, Alpharetta..................................................678.987.5100

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Town & Country North Veterinary Clinic www.tcvcnorth.com 4688 Woodstock Rd, Roswell...........................678.461.8860

Riverside Animal Hospital 1110 Duluth Hwy, Lawrenceville.......770.339.9080

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Russell Ridge Animal Hospital 738 Ridge Rd, Lawrenceville...............678.407.0700

Tri-County Animal Hospital 4316 Canton Hwy, Cumming..............770.887.4530

South Fortyth Animal Hospital 5166 McGinnis Ferry Rd, Alpharetta..................................................678.393.1717

VAC Roswell Animal Hospital 535 Sun Valley Dr, Roswell...................770.993.9031 VCA Animal Emergency & Referral of Gwinnett www.vcahospitals.com 1956 Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ville-Suwanee Rd, Lawrenceville.........................................................770.277.3220

Steeplechase Vet Hosp &Behavior Ctr 5610 Bethelview Rd, Cumming..........888.530.3770 Steeplechase Veterinary Hospital 5610 Bethelview Rd # 900, Cumming...................................................678.208.2200

VCA DeKalb-Gwinnett Animal Emergency 6430 Lawrenceville Hwy, Tucker.....................770.491.0661

Sugar Hill Animal Hospital 5305 Nelson Brogdon Blvd, Sugar Hill....................................................770.271.7777

VCA Falcon Village Animal Hospital 2030 Lawrenceville Suwanee Rd, Suwanee.....................................................678.879.5490

Sugarloaf Animal Hospital 3010 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Lawrenceville............................................770.962.5112

VCA Roswell Animal Hospital 1112 Alpharetta St, Roswell.............................770.993.9031 Vickery Animal Hospital Joshua Woods, DVM www.VickeryAnimalHospital.com 5063 Post Rd, Ste 104, Cumming...................770.220.7000

Sweetapple Animal Hospital 13080 Arnold Mill Rd, Roswell............770.664.7387 The Atlanta Equine 14750 Hopewell Rd, Alpharetta......................678.867.2577

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It’s Not Just Bad Breath ...Pet Dental Hygiene

oc, I don’t understand, dogs lived in the wild for years and never had dental issues, why are we having these problems?” Pets like Chihuahua’s were never a wild breed of dog, and any “wild dogs” only lived for 2-5 years. Our companion pets live for 10, 15, or even 20 years. That’s a long time to go without brushing your teeth. Far and away, the most commonly diagnosed disease a Veterinarian sees is periodontal disease. Periodontal disease isn’t fun to talk about, but it affects the quality of life for millions of pets each year. Every day, I talk to my clients about their pets’ dental issues. I show them the plaque, gingivitis, tartar, infections and bad breath. Dogs and cats don’t eat a lot of processed sugars like we do, so it is unusual for them to develop cavities. It is common for the gums and structures supporting the teeth to become infected or diseased. Some disease we can see by looking in a dog’s mouth and some requires dental radiography. Whatever disease is present, it is important to remember that dogs almost never stop eating due to dental disease. There may be significant disease, infections, broken or missing teeth, and appetite is normal. Recently, I extracted 33 teeth during a routine dental visit. None of them required significant drilling or

instrumentation. They were all so loose that all I had to do was gently pull with my fingers. That dog was eating and drinking normally, and had not lost any weight. He came in because he smelled funny. The smell was the infection in his mouth. Prevention of periodontal disease involves at-home care as well as routine dental cleanings performed under anesthesia. At-home care is all about brushing. we all like to believe that chewing on hard bones, dental treats, etc. will keep a dogs teeth clean. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Brushing every other day is required in most cases to slow the progression of periodontal disease. Remember, when cleaning your pet’s teeth, it should be a fun experience for your dog. They should be slowly introduced to brushing in a way that is easily acceptable to them. They should be rewarded for allowing brushing. Start with 5-10 second sessions, and gradually build up toward full brushing. Consult your veterinarian at annual visits, and have routine cleanings performed before there are major problems. Remember February is Pets Dental Health Month…..Happy Brushing!!!

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Windermere Animal Hospital 4415 Front Nine Dr, Cumming............770.887.0676

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Webb Bridge Animal Hospital 3953 Webb Bridge Rd, Alpharetta.....770.751.0524

Windward Animal Hospital 11895 Jones Bridge Rd, Alpharetta..678.879.5676 17

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Atlanta (southside) Good Sheperd Humane Society www.thegoodsheperdhumanesociety.com .......................................................................770.463.5513

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5 Reasons Why . . . You Should Adopt a Shelter groups, and shelters may also have pure Cat or Dog! breeds. Or you may find that a mixed-

hinking about adding a new dog or Tbreeder cat to your family? Before you call a or head to a pet store, visit your

breed or even a “mutt” is the perfect match for your family. You will have a choice of adult dog or cat versus puppy or kitten. Of course shelters have many puppies and kittens for adoption. But when you adopt an adult dog or cat, their size, temperament and personality are already established, so there are no surprises. Many shelter dogs are trained to know basic obedience commands -- and cats are socialized so they are comfortable with people and other pets. The shelter may give you a trial period to make sure the dog or cat is right for you. While returning a pet should be a last resort, sometimes things just don’t work out. Most shelters allow a trial period in which they will take the dog or cat back if the match is not a good one.

local humane society, animal shelter or rescue group. There are many reasons to adopt a shelter pet. Here are five of them: You will save a life. Millions of cats and dogs are euthanized each year. In tough economic times, job losses and foreclosures force even more people to abandon or surrender their pets. Every cat or dog you adopt makes a difference. You will save money. Rescue groups are not in business to make money. Shelter adoption fees are very reasonable. And most shelters spay or neuter, micro-chip, and provide all vaccinations before adoption. Shelters may also offer special promotions such as Adopt A Shelter Cat Month (June), Adopt A Shelter Dog Month (October) and Adopt A Senior Pet Month (November) where adoption fees are further reduced. You will have many pets – and breeds – to choose from. If your heart is set on a specific breed of dog or cat, don’t rule out adopting from a shelter. There are many breed-specific rescue

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Atlanta UnderDog Initiative .......................................... www.atlantaunderdog.com

Chap’s Chow Rescue ................................. chowrescuegeorgia@gmail.com

Atlanta Weimeranare Club Rescue www.atlantalovesweims.org...........................404.323.8346

Castaway Critters Pet Rescue Inc.......706.781.3992 1732 John Smith Road E, Blairsville 30512

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Basset Hound Rescue of Georgia www.bhrg.org..........................................770.580.3936 Big Canoe Animial Rescue ..........................................www.bcdogs.petfinder.com Boston Terrier Rescue, Foster Homes, no office bldg., www.bostonterriertn.org.....................404.384.3405 20

animal rescue Fancy Feline Rescue of the South (purebred cats and high mixes only), www.fancyfelinerescue.org.................678.522.2152

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Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell 30075......770.992.2055

Feral Cat Program of Georgia PO Box 3622, Alpharetta 30023.........678.200.3226

Cherokee County Humane Society..770.928.5155 5900 Bells Ferry Rd, Acworth 30102

Furkids & SmallDog Rescue Georgia’s Largest Cage-Free, No-Kill Animal Shelter www.furkids.org...................................................770.613.0009

Companion Animal Rescue League PO Box 957496, Duluth 30095............770.217.3699 Daffy’s Pet Soup Kitchen PO Box 1640, Lilburn 30048................404.345.6821

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GA Center for Humane Education ......................................www.human-animalbond.org

Dawson County Humane Society.....706.265.9160 633 Martin Road, Dawsonville 30354

Georgia Canine Rescue & Rehabilitation, Inc 235 Mac Thompson Rd., Cochran 31014.........................................478.271.4277

Douglas County Humane Society www.douglascohumanesoc.com.... 678-838.9123 Dream Dachshund Rescue 1738 East Clifton Road NE, Atlanta 30307

Georgia Dachshund Races www.georgiadachshundraces.com gadachshundraces@bellsouth.net................770.934.2853

Echota Pet Avocacacy and Rescue Group, Inc ............................................ www.echotapetrescue.org

Tip: An identification tag is the primary

“A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.” --Josh Billings

defense for a lost pet. Shelters will keep animals with identification tags longer than unidentified pets, saving many pets’ lives.

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Just A Dog

From time to time people tell me, “Lighten up, it’s just a dog,” or, “That’s a lot of money for just a dog.” They don’t understand the distance traveled, time spent, or costs involved for “Just a dog.” Some of my proudest moments have come about with “Just a dog.” Many hours have passed with my only company being “Just a dog,” and not once have I felt slighted. Some of my saddest moments were brought about by “Just a dog.” In those days of darkness, the gentle touch of “Just a dog” provided comfort and purpose to overcome the day. If you, too, think its “Just a dog,” you will probably understand phrases like “just a friend,” “Just a sunrise,” or “Just a promise.” “Just a dog” brings into my life the very essence of friendship, trust, and pure unbridled joy. “Just a dog” brings out the compassion and patience that makes me a better person. Because of “Just a dog” I will rise early, take long walks and look longingly to the future. For me and folks like me, it’s not “Just a dog.” It’s an embodiment of all the hopes and dreams of the future, the fond memories of the past, and the pure joy of the moment. “Just a dog” brings out what’s good in me and diverts my thoughs away from myself and the worries of the day. I hope that someday people can understand it’s not “Just the dog.” It’s the thing that gives me humanity and keeps me from being “Just a man or woman.” So the next time you hear the phrase “Just a dog,” smile, because they “Just Don’t Understand.” - Author Unknown 23

animal rescue German Shepherd Dog Rescue of GA www.gashepherd.org 4906 Hadaway Garden Way, Kennesaw 30152

Animal Rescue Rescue Animal Georgia House Rabbit Society............678.653.7175 2280 Shallowford Rd., Mareitta 30066

Georgia Humane Society........georgiahumane.org

Good Mews Animal Foundation........770.499.2287 736 Johnson Ferry Road, Ste A3, Marietta 30068

Georgia Jack Russell www.jackrusselladoptions.com.........770.918.8582

Gracie’s Place Pet Rescue www.graciesplacepetrescue.org.......404.721.4422

Georgia Jail House Dogs gajailhousedogs@gmail.com..........................770.809.7180

Great Pyrenees Rescue..........................404.829 2609 7742 Spalding Drive #413, Norcross 30092-4207

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Gwinnett Humane Society Avenue Webb Ginn, 1350 Scenic Hwy, Ste 204, Snellville 30078........................................770.798.7711

Georgia SPCA www.GeorgiaSPCA.org 1175 Bufford Hwy Suite 109, Suwanee..................................................................678.765.2726

Healing4Heroes...................................... 678.364-9995 PO Box 2116, Peachtree City 30269

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Hightower Farm and Animal Sanctuary ..........................www.facebook/hightowerfarm.com Homeless Pets Foundation PO Box 7194, Marietta 30065..............770.971.0100 Horse Rescue Relief and Retirement Fund, Inc 1768 Newt Green Road, Cumming 30040...................................................770.886.5419 See Our Ad on Page 29

Humane Society of Forsyth County www.ForsythPets.org........................................ 770.887.6480 See Our Ad on Page 21

Remember Me

“Remember me always, but do not grieve for me too long. I have tried always to comfort you in times of sorrow, and have made every effort to add joy to your life. I never wanted to cause you pain. Peace for me is certain now, and I suspect I will have eternal sleep in the earth I have loved so well. Please, after your period of grieving for me, make room in your heart for another. You are the kind of human being that should always have a friend like me to love. Your kind and gentle heart should not be wasted on my memory for too long. Give your love to another. I know your new friend will never take my place, because we had something very special. It may not be quite the same, but a new devoted and loving companion will in time, become special in their own way. You loved me very much and I loved you. My spirit will always be with you, and no matter how deep my sleep, my grateful heart will always remember you.” -Author unknown 24

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Georgia Jail House Dogs

eorgia Jail House Dogs (GJHD) is a unique rehabilitation program for inmates and homeless dogs. This is a non-profit organization incorporated to rehabilitate Georgia’s county jail inmates and local shelter dogs through a good behavior incentive program. GJHD provides county inmates a new sense of self-worth. They develop skills to care for and train at-risk shelter dogs. These dogs become more adoptable to loving and caring homes.

to seek employment with the knowledge dog care, grooming, and training. Most importantly, at-risk shelter dogs of all kinds gain the ultimate prize of program participation. Their lives are saved from death row. GJHD utilizes every county’s euthanasia list to give a second chance at life for dogs and carefully selects inmates that match the GJHD participation criteria. Our community’s homeless dogs that enter the program from local county shelters get the chance of a life time to become highly adoptable and be the number one pick for loving and caring homes. The dogs undergo a three to six week program of humane training and upon completion become Canine Good Citizens. This program offers the opportunity for the community to become involved with the GJHD program through dog sponsorships and donations to the GHJD program within its county jail. gajailhousedogs@gmail.com

GJHD’s goal is to have as many Georgia county jails participate in the program that improves communities and spreads awareness to rehabilitate both inmates and dogs. The success from this “prison dog” program encourages inmates to reach for a new ‘leash’ on life and give a sense of unconditional love that can change Georgia’s communities not only by lowering crime rates, but recidivism as well. Also, inmates gain additional vocational skills, so when they are released, they will be enabled

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Rabies On The Rise

abies has been on the rise recently, R but the disease is preventable. All pets in Georgia are required by law

cination to keep everyone safe. Provided by Midway Animal Hospital. Georgia requires rabies vaccination yearly, but the counties govern the specifics. For example you can license a dog or cat using a three year rabies vaccine in Fulton County. Be sure to check with your local county animal control service for specifics where you live. Fulton County Animal Services 860 Marietta Blvd Atlanta, GA 30318 (404) 794-0358 Forsyth County Animal Services 107 East Main Street Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 781-2138 Gwinnett County Animal Services 884 Winder Highway Lawrenceville, GA 30045 (770) 339-3200

to be vaccinated against rabies when they are twelve weeks of age or older. This law protects pets and their owners alike. Rabies is a virus that can be spread through the saliva or brain tissue of an infected animal to humans and other animals through open cuts, eyes or mouth. Rabies can infect any warm blooded mammal, but is commonly seen in raccoons, bats, foxes and skunks. Rabid animals may act tame, display strange behavior, avoid food or water, foam at the mouth, have trouble moving or become aggressive. Avoid any wild or stray animals that act unusual and report it to your county Animal Control office. Rabies can be prevented if medical treatment is started soon after contact with the rabies virus, but if left untreated, rabies is always deadly for both humans and animals. Keeping pets up to date on their rabies vaccination will prevent your pet from getting rabies and spreading it to you or other pets. Rabies vaccinations can only be performed by a licensed veterinarian in the state of Georgia. Pets must be examined to make sure that they are healthy enough to be vaccinated. If they are not healthy, the vaccine will not be effective and they will not be protected. Contact your veterinarian to schedule your pet for their rabies vac-

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Humane Society of NE Georgia..........770.532.6617 845 West Ridge Rd, Gainsville 30501

Project Paws Alive 1911 Grayson Hwy, Ste 8-158, Grayson 30017

Lifeline Animal Project www.lifelineanimal.org.........................404.292.8800 Loving Hands............................................770.667.9022 13775 Highway 9 N, Alpharetta 30004

Pup & Cat Co. Protecting Unwanted Pets and Creating Adoptions Together www.PupAndCatCo.com..................................770.867.1622

Military Working Dog Team Support Association PO Box 5864, Canton 30114................404.451.2539

Rescuing Animals in need, Inc PO Box 1182, Buford 30518.................770.945.3497

Miss Vicki’s Parrot Village www.parrotvillage.org 110 Virginia Place, Fayetteville 30214

Rockin ”P” Rescue, Inc. Boxer Rescue 885 Roy Webb Dr, Jacksonville, AL 36265...........................256.435.3849

My Mercedes Place We Support Animal Rescue www.mymercedesplace.com 4345 GA Hwy 400, Cumming..........................770.205.4011

Second Chance Animal Shelter PO Box 1515, Roswell 30077...............678.493.4999 Second Chance Greyhounds..............877.674.7397 www.secondchancegreyhounds.org

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Pet Buddies Food Pantry PO Box 2486, Acworth 30102..........................678.310.9858

Southeast Cocker Spaniel Rescue.....678.318.1451 150 Saddle Tree Way, Sugar Hill 30518

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Give Your Animal A Voice

n our state, there are more than 200,000 healthy, adoptable animals that are euthanized each year because they are unwanted or they are lost and their family is unable to find them. Please don’t allow your pet to become part of this statistic. One very simple way of reuniting you and your pet is to have your animal microchipped. Microchipping offers pet owners the only permanent method of identification. It is an inexpensive form of identification that stays with the animal for their entire life. Fortunately, animal control facilities in our state are required to scan all cats and dogs that are picked up as strays. You do not want your animal to be left without a voice when they are away from home. Although collars and tags are good forms of identification, they can be removed or get lost over time. Even

if your animal typically stays inside or close to home, you never know when something could happen that would cause your beloved pet to stray.

4 Reasons to Microchip Your Pet

• The only permanent method of pet identification • Best chance of your pet returning to you after going missing • Quick and painless procedure, similar to a vaccination • Lasts for the lifetime of you pet Article Provided by Georgia SPCA, www.GeorgiaSPCA.org, 1175 Buford Highway, suite 109, Suwanee, Georgia 30024. Mention this Pet Pages article and receive $5 off the microchipping fee! Read the entire article at www.PetPagesAtlanta.com 27

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Southeast Llama Rescue, Inc. www.southeastllamarescue.org 678 Mill Creek Rd, Luray, VA 22835 Southeast Pug Rescue & Adoption (SEPRA) PO Box 1329, Suwannee 30024.........770.887.9741 Southern Hope Humane Society......770.641.1211 900 Mansell Rd, Ste 23, Roswell 30076 Southern States Mastiff Rescue www.sosmastiffrescue.org..................770.667.7555 Southern States Rescued Rottweilers (SSRR, INC) PO Box 21133, White Hall, AR 71612 Walton County Humane Society (Walton Animal Guild) PO Box 169, Monroe 30655....770.207.1896 Whiskers Poject inc. PO Box 575, Blairsville 30514..............888.872.9330 You Lucky Dog Rescue PO Box 3537, Alpharetta 30023.........404.217.1903

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A good man will take care of his horses and dogs, not only while they Horse Rescue Relief & Retirement Fund, Inc. are young, but when old and past www.SafeTheHorses.org service. 1768 Newt Green Rd, Cumming.....................770.886.5419 Plutarch See Our Ad Above Horse Rescue Rescue horse

The Horse’s Prayer

I’m only a horse, dear Master, but my heart is warm and true, And I’m ready to work my hardest, for the pleasure of pleasing you. Good corn and hay and water, are all I wish to ask. And a warm dry bed to rest on, when I’ve finished my daily task. Make sure my harness fits me and let my head go free For then when the roads are hilly, I can put out my strength you see. Don’t strike me in needless anger, if I’m slow to understand, But encourage my drooping spirits with a gentle voice and hand. Finally O my master when my health and strength are gone, When I’m getting old and feeble, and my life’s long work is done, Don’t sell me to cruel owners, to be slaved to my last breath, But grant me the untold blessing of a quick and painless death; That, as you have always found me a patient and loyal friend, The years of my faithful service, may be crowned by a peaceful end… I plead in the name of my Saviour, Who cares when the sparrows fall, Who was born in a lowly stable, and knows, and loves us all ! 29

apartments pet friendly Briarcliff.......................................................404.325.0321 7000 Briarcliff Gables Circle Northeast Bridgewater...............................................770.409.8632 1500 Ridge Brook Trail, Duluth Bryson Square at City Park...................404.870.9709 225 26th St, Atlanta Century State Bridge..............................678.366.9865 11201 State Bridge Road Collingwood.............................................770.667.3211 3400 Kimball Bridge Rd., Alpharetta

Petfriendly Friendly- Apartments pet apartments apartments pet friendly

Conservatory at Peachtree Corners.. 770.448.4266 3341 Peachtree Corners Circle, Norcross

1050 Lenox Park......................................864.770.7066 1050 Lenox Park Blvd. NE, Atlanta

Gables 820 West......................................404.745.4515 820 West Marietta Street N.W., Atlanta

2924 Clairmont........................................404.321.9109 2924 Clairmont Rd NE, Atlanta

Glen Lake....................................................770.392.0826 6901 Glenlake Parkway Northeast, Dunwoody

Alderwood.................................................678.805.9948 3201 Sunrise Village Lane, Norcross

Harbor Pointe...........................................770.396.0330 500 Harbor Pointe Pkwy, Sandy Springs

Alean Lenox...............................................404.869.6580 1401 Bryan Ave, Eastpoint

Highland Lakes........................................770.448.7851 One Ashley Lakes Drive, Norcross

Alexan 360 ................................................404.211.0360 180 Jackson Street, Atlanta

Highland Valley........................................770.493.4516 4250 Jimmy Carter Blvd, Norcross

AMLI North Point.....................................678.585.9505 9000 Beaver Creek Road, Alpharetta

Hunter’s Ridge..........................................678.680.3947 1700 Hunter Ridge Lane, Norcross

AMLI Parkside...........................................404.221.0660 660 Ralph Mcgill Blvd NE, Atlanta

Indian Trail.................................................678.380.6763 1100 Indian Trail Rd, Norcross

Arbor Hills..................................................404.633.8258 2696 N Druid Hills Rd, Atlanta

Laurels at Overlook Park.......................678.320.9955 415 Morgan Falls Road, Atlanta

Archstone Windard.................................770.752.4733 18000 Masters Way, Alpharetta

Overlook at Berkeley..............................770.623.5882 3475 Pleasant Hill Rd, Duluth

Biltmore at Midtown..............................404.888.0822 855 West Peachtree Street, Atlanta

Regency Square.......................................770.621.9696 3250 Mercer University Dr, Chamlee Residences at Morgan Falls.................770.673.0015 7785 Roswell Road, Atlanta

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apartments pet friendly Walton on the Chattahoochee...........678.929.6086 6640 Akers Mill Rd., Atlanta

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Stonewood at Vinings...........................770.803.5000 2158 Cumberland Parkway, Atlanta

Wesley at Windward...............................770.751.1411 905 Lake Union Hill RD, Alpharetta

Sugar Loaf Parkway................................770.822.5900 5375 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville

Wesley Park ............................................. 770.242-0380 1780 Graves Rd, Norcross

Summit Crossing.....................................678.513.0343 3920 Summit Court, Cumming

Willows of Cumming..............................770.886.0230 225 Nancy Lane, Cumming

Ten Oaks.....................................................770.822.3464 405 Philip Blvd, Lawrenceville

Windward Place.......................................770.751.0202 3080 Market Place, Alpharetta

The Centre at Peachtree Corners.......770.847.8368 1500 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Norcross

Wood Chase..............................................770.449.8621 100 Chase Common Drive, Norcross

The Columns.............................................770.886.0500 2090 Columns Dr, Cumming

Woodland Ridge......................................770.921.1638 1355 Indian Trail Rd, Norcross

The Lakes at Northside..........................770.698.8802 501 Northbridge Rd, Atlanta

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The Regency at Johns Creek................. 770.495.800 11134 Medlock Bridge, Johns Creek

Users must verify the information and assume all risk for inaccuracies.

The Reserve at La Vista Walk...............404.808.9643 2300 La Vista Walk, Atlanta The Reserve at Peachtree Corners....770.242.6810 3495 Jones Mill Rd, Norcross The Reserve at Ridgewood..................770.901.9775 7100 NE Roswell Rd, Sandy Springs Valencia Park.............................................770.441.0151 3500 Peachtree Coners Circle, Norcross Village at Northlake................................770.621.4144 2200 Parklake Drive, Atlanta Virginia Highlands..................................404.874.5512 609 Virginia Ave NE, Atlanta Vision Properties, Inc.............................404.373.4368 Decatur

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Behavior modification Modification behavior

Happy Fish Maintenance Service ....................................................................................770.414.0009

AV Dog Training www.AVDogTraining.com................................404.988.0562 See Our Ad on Page 50

Pure Reef 12900 Hwy 9 N, Alpharetta..............................770.754.7971

Pawsitive Practice Training Certified Professional Dog Trainers www.PawsitivePractice.com............................404.353.2416

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Bark Barkey of Sugarhill 4973 W Broad St, Sugar Hill.................678.765.6557

To prevent strain on a dog’s back and neck, elevate food and water dishes to chest height of the dog.

Big Daddy Biscuits ..........................................www.bigdaddybiscuits.com

The Creation

Curly Tail Treats 6960 N Glen Dr, Cumming...................678.538.8851

When God had made the earth and sky the flowers and the trees, Lose A Finger He then made all the animals All Natural Dog Treats www.loseafinger.com.........................................678.788.2742 the fish, the birds and bees. See Our Ad on Page 52 And when at last He’d finished not one was quite the same. Pooch-n-Paws Pet Boutique He said, “I’ll walk this world of mine www.PoochNPaws.com and give each one a name.” 3410 Town Center Ave, Suwanee...................770.932.0890 4817 S Vickery St, Cumming............................770.887.5050 And so He traveled far and wide and everywhere He went, See Our Ad on Pages 42 & Back Cover a little creature followed Him The Puppy Pantry until its strength was spent. www.ThePuppyPantry.com 2590 Hamilton Mill Rd, Buford........................678.804.9583 When all were named upon the earth and in the sky and sea, See Our Ad on Page 8 the little creature said, “Dear Lord, Barter Clubs Clubs barter there’s not one left for me.” Uber Trade Kindly the Father said to him, www.ubertrade.com “I’ve left you to the end. www.ubertrade.com...........................................877.877.8237 I’ve turned my own name back to front See Our Ad Above and called you dog, My friend.” 32

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Crabapple Beds & Bones 640 Dorris Rd, Alpharetta.....................770.754.1700

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Gwinnett Pet Watchers www.GwinnettPetWatchers.com Robin Taylor...........................................................404.819.3641

Desperate Dogs www.desperatedogsusa.com Highway 53, Braselton...........................678.936.2771

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Doggy Meadows 5779 State Bridge Rd Suite A, Johns Creek...............................................678.802.2077

Camp Bow Wow 1795 Buford Hwy, Duluth.....................678.265.3436 Camp Bow Wow Alpharetta / Roswell Dog Boarding & Daycare 1755 Grassland Pkwy, Alpharetta......678.807.8505 Castleberry Cat Cottage 4889 Mark John Way, Cumming........770.888.3456 Chattahoochee Animal Clinic 1176 Alpharetta St, Roswell.................770.993.6329

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Snellville Pet Resort www.SnellvillePetResort.com 2100 Fountain Sq, Suite B, Snellville..................................................................770.972.0063

Boarding boarding Furry Friends Lodge & Resort 5370 Atlanta Hwy, Alpharetta............770.772.4111

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PawSpa Resort Where They Want To Stay While You’re Away 6196 GA Hwy 400, Cumming..........................770.888.7291

The Barker Lounge Open 7 Days a Week www.TheBarkerLounge.com 5165 Atlanta Hwy, Alpharetta...................... 770.410.1DOG See Our Ad on Pages 33 & 45 (1364)

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Pet Lodge Pet Resort 3456 Bethany Bend, Alpharetta......................770.475.3455

Town & Country North Veterinary Clinic www.tcvcnorth.com 4688 Woodstock Rd, Roswell...........................678.461.8860

Pet Stop of North Georgia 8430 Wallace Tatum Rd, Cumming................770.888.4177

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Pooches’ Playground & Spa www.PoochesPlaygroundAndSpa.com 4579 Abbots Bridge Rd, Ste 5, Duluth......................................................................770.814.9099 See Our Ad on Page 58

Ruff House 12995 New Providence Rd, Alpharetta..................................................770.619.4282

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Understanding Food Allergies in Your Pets

llergic food reactions only develop with repeated exposure to food proteins over time. Unlike environmental allergies (atopy) food allergies are not directly linked to any specific breed and pets can start showing signs as early as 5 months of age. These include: itching and redness of the skin and ears, ear and skin infections, vomiting and diarrhea. Some ingredients are more likely to cause food allergies than others and for dogs these are beef, dairy products, chicken, lamb, fish, chicken eggs, corn, wheat, and soy. For cats, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beef, dairy and fish. As you may have noticed, the most common offenders are the most common ingredients in commercial dog foods. Consulting Veterinarians will need a thorough medical history of the pet, including a complete list of all the pet foods and treats that they are currently or previously eaten. The Veterinarian

will then likely select a diet that contains protein and carbohydrate sources that the pet has not eaten before (novel food source). Owners can then choose to feed their pet either a special commercially prepared diet or a homemade diet. If homemade diets are used, it is essential that they consult with their Veterinarian to ensure it is balanced. Regardless of the diet used, it must be the only thing the pet eats for at least 12 weeks. This means no treats, flavored medications, rawhide or pig's ears. During the â&#x20AC;&#x153;food elimination trialâ&#x20AC;? period short-term itch relief may be gained with essential fatty acids, shampoos, antihistamines or steroids, but elimination of the products from the diet is the only long-term solution. Provided by Christopher Inniss, DVM, Snellville Pet Resort, 2100 B Fountain Square, Snellville GA

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My Best Friend The one absolutely unselfish friend that man can have in this selfish world, the one that never deserts him, the one that never proves ungrateful or treacherous, is his dog. A manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dog stands by him in prosperity and poverty, in health and sickness He will sleep on the cold ground where the wintry winds blow and the snow drives fiercely, if only he may be near his masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s side. He will kiss the hand that has no food to offer, he will lick the wounds and sores that come in encounter with the roughness of the world. He guards the sleep of his pauper master as if he were a prince. -When all other friends desert he remains. - When riches take wings and reputation falls to pieces, he is as constant in his love as the sun in its journey through the heavens. 36

A Dog’s Plea Treat me kindly, my beloved friend, for no heart in all the world is more grateful for kindness than this loving heart of mine. Do not break my spirit with a stick, for although I might lick your hand between blows, your patience and understanding will more quickly teach me the things you would have me learn. Speak to me often, for your voice is the world’s sweetest music, as you must know by the fierce wagging of my tail when the sound of your footsteps falls upon my waiting ear. Please take me inside when it is cold and wet, for I am a domesticated animal, no longer accustomed to bitter elements. I ask no greater glory than the privilege of sitting at your feet beside the hearth. Keep my pan filled with fresh water, for I cannot tell you when I suffer thirst. Feed me clean food that I may stay well, to romp and play and do your bidding, to walk by your side and stand ready, willing and able to protect you with my life. And, my friend, when I am very old and I no longer enjoy good health, hearing and sight, don’t make heroic efforts to keep me going. I am not having any fun. Please see to it that my life is taken gently. I shall leave this earth knowing with the last breath I draw that my fate was always safest in your hands. - With Unconditional Love,

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older pets, and recovering or disabled pets all have special needs. Puppies and cats require easy to clean areas, older dogs are prone to slipping and sliding, and some four footed friends are even afraid of shiny surfaces. There are many options available today including hardwood, carpet, luxury vinyl tile, tile, vinyl, laminate, exotic and specialty flooring. Styles within flooring seem to be moving to hard surface floors, which is great for pets. Tough or rigid floor surfaces continue to be the trend into 2013! Tough flooring surfaces can also offer a certain amount of springiness and

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n the world of Home Security, people typically want to protect their families, homes, assets, and PETS. For the true pet lover, your little buddy is just another family member. Like other family members, you would like to take every step you can to keep that little guy safe. That’s why it’s very important to pay attention to the design of you Home Security System. Often I design systems for people without pets. They will simply put sensors on their doors, sometimes windows, and place a couple of motion sensors in primary areas of concern. Unfortunately I find that people with pets usually try to cut corners by using the same basic design.

As a pet owner, you strongly need to consider including as part of your monitored system Smoke/Heat detection on every level of your home. You also need to have Carbon Monoxide detectors placed near any gas devices in your home, and in the hallways outside of bedrooms. When your pets are home alone, the standard noise maker smoke detectors preinstalled in your house will not be able to save your loved ones from a fire or gas leak. With these items tied into your alarm system, you can be assured that someone is keeping your pets safe 24-7. What’s your pet’s life worth to you?

Please Support Our Sponsors - Say You Saw It In Pet Pages “If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous he will not bite you. This is the principle difference between a dog and a man” -- Mark Twain 39 39

WHICH SOLID GOLD DOG FO

The Cute Story Eighteen and a half years ago, Sissy, the owner of Solid Gold, was given a Dane mix to foster. Her mother was a black Dane. Her father was a traveling man. She was about three months old. Sissy already had an adult Dane and was fostering two more adult Danes. So what’s another dog! Sissy took the little dog to the vet to get it fixed. The vet asked her name. She didn’t have one, so the vet wrote down BB for Black Bitch. She became BB. She got all her puppy shots there. A month later, the man returned to pick up the “foster”. “You can’t take my dog. She found a forever home,” he was told. BB remained with Sissy for 18 1/2 years. In November, she was taken to the vets for her eighteenth birthday for a Wellness check-up. This was only her second trip since she never received any other shots, but the puppy shots. She was fine. The vet couldn’t believe this was the same Dane mix he had spayed 18 years before. “What are you feeding?” he asked. “Solid Gold, of course, Sissy replied Six months later, BB went to sleep and crossed the Rainbow Bridge. She had been fed Solid Gold SunDancer dry dog food for the last eight years of her life, and Solid Gold Sea Meal all her life. Danes don’t live that long. BB did. You are what you eat, the vet said. How true for Solid Gold. 40 40 40

OD IS RIGHT FOR YOUR DOG?

Wolf King, 22% protein. Wolf Cub 26% protein. and Just a Wee Bit is 28% protein. Contains Bison and fish. Just Wee Bit for all life stages. Small Kibble for small mouths. First bison dog food in the U.S.

SunDancer, Chicken and fish, 30% protein, introduced in 2010. Exceptional diet for allergic dogs. We use cumin / turmeric, chia, quinoa, tapioca, cranberries for bladder stones.

MMilennia. Beef and fish 22% protein. Bulk-up diet. Can alternate with Barking at the Moon if dog looses weight in activity.

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boutiques

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Boutiques boutiques

Berkeley Lake Pet Boutique 3990 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Duluth.........................................................678.206.0777

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Top Dogs Pet Boutique 900 Mansell Rd, Roswell.......................770.641.8620

Heritage Pet Boutique 875 Oak Rd, Lawrenceville...................770.979.2669

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cemeteries Cemetaries

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Deceased Pet Care, Inc 4991 Peachtree Rd, Chamblee........................770.452.0773

Miniature Schnauzer Club of Atlanta ........................................www.atlantaschnauzers.com

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Wolfbrook Dog Club & Park 13665 New Providence Rd, Alpharetta..................................................770.772.0440

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daycare

Daycare Isn’t Just For Children Anymore

og Daycare benefits both the D dog and the owner. While you’re doing human stuff your furry child

lack of activity, and inadequate mental or physical stimulation. They may exhibit destructive behaviors or cry and bark for hours on end. These behaviors are caused by lack of activity, inadequate mental or physical stimulation. Daycare provides a clean and safe environment. The difference between doggy daycares and dog parks is a controlled environment. Dog parks are a great asset to any community, but you never know who is going to be there. Will the dogs be good players? Have they all had the necessary vaccinations? What happens if dogs do not get along? Most daycares require a test day to ensure that each dog will be successful in a social environment. Dogs are supervised by staff, trained in understanding canine communication. It makes your dog just plain happy to be in a stimulating environment, playing with other dogs and people. At the end of the day you will have a pup that is happy, relaxed and tired from playing all day.

is having a great time doing dog stuff. Instead of sitting at home alone waiting for you, they are playing, being socialized, and having a great time. Dogs get to enjoy a safe, healthy and fun atmosphere with lots of interaction, both with other dogs and with people.

Dogs, by nature, are highly social animals. Letting dogs interact with other dogs and humans of all ages is one of the most important things responsible dog owners can do to help their dog develop into and remain a calm, confident dog unlikely to bark, bite or become fearful or aggressive. Regular play with other dogs builds your dog’s confidence and improves his ability to communicate and interact. Running, playing, and getting a good workout with friends is a fantastic way to keep pets in good physical condition. Active dogs are given a proper outlet for all of that energy. These behaviors are caused by a

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“It is man’s sympathy with all creatures that first makes him truly a man.” - Dr. Albert Schweitzer 45

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770-888-9300 Pet Travel Checklist Before taking your dog on your next trip: 4 Prepare your dog for a long car ride by taking him on shorter trips beforehand. 4 Feed your dog lightly before beginning a trip, about one-third the normal amount. 4 Take fresh water for your dog to drink. 4 Travel with a leash but remove it after placing your dog in a crate, as it could become entangled. 4 Check with airlines, hotels and campgrounds regarding dog restrictions that may apply. 4 Pack a copy of your dog’s health records and rabies vaccination certificate. Include a recent photo and physical

description and consider a microchip to aid in identification. 4 Add a tag to your dog’s collar that includes a telephone number where you can be reached if your dog gets separated from you. 4 Never sedate your dog during travel unless your veterinarian recommends it. Some medications can trigger equilibrium, respiratory, cardiovascular or temperature regulation problems. 4 Ask your veterinarian to examine your dog to make sure he is in good health. It is especially important that your dog is protected against infectious tracheobronchitis (ITB), a highly contagious respiratory disease in dogs. Contact with other dogs carrying this disease-causing bacteria could put your pet at risk. 46

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Adair Bring water for your dog 716 Trinity, W Ponce De Leon Ave and W Trinity Pl, Decatur Atlantic Station Dog Park Small dogs, cozy. State St NW and 17th, Atlanta... 404.872.5542 Brook Run 4 acres, water fountains 4770 N Peachtree Rd, Dunwoody Burger West of S. Cobb Drive and South of Windy Hill Rd. 680 Glendale Pl, Smyrna Caney Creek Preserve Water Fountains 2755 Caney Road, Cumming Chattapoochie Park 3-acres, Rogers Bridge Park 4291 Rogers Bridge Rd, Duluth East Lake Drive No water supply is provided. South on Commerce, right on W. Howard Ave, right on Paden Circle, right at the light onto East Lake Dr. Road then left, park is on the left. Decatur. Fowler Park 1.5 acres, water fountains. 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming Glenlake 1121 Church St, Decatur.

Graves Park Water fountains, some agility equipment 1450 Graves R, Norcross Laurel Bark Park Laurel Park, Hall County, Gainesville Leita Thompson Memorial Park - Mountain Park On HWY 92 at Bowen/Mt. Park Rd. 1355 Woodstock Rd, Roswell. Lenora Park Water fountains & agility equip. 4515 Lenora Church Rd, Snellville Lewis Dog Park At back end of the baseball field 475 Campbell Hill St, Marietta. Mason Mill 1/2 acre, water fountain 1400 McConnell Dr, Decatur. Newtown Dog Park Water features, water fountains 3150 Old Alabama Rd, Johns Creek Oakhurst 2 acres, Decator residents Permits are required 450 East Lake Dr, Decatur. Parkgrounds Park Grounds Coffee. 142 Flat Shoals Rd, Atlanta 48

Peachtree City Water fountains 193 McIntosh Trl, Peachtree City Piedmont Park Water fountains, big rocks for dogs to climb Piedmont Ave NE & 14th St Pinckneyville 3 acres, water fountains 4758 S Old Peachtree Rd, Norcross Rabbit Hill Agility equipment 400 Rabbit Hill Rd, Dacula Railside Downtown in Castleberry Hill 210 Peters St SW, Atlanta. Ronald Reagan Water fountains 2777 Five Forks Trickum Rd, Lawrenceville Settles Bridge 2.2 acres, water fountains 380 Johnson Rd, Suwanee Sweat Mountain 4346 Steinhauer Rd, Marietta T.W. Briscoe Park 2500 Sawyer, Snellville Waggy World Willâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Park, water fountains 175 Roswell St, Alpharetta Windermere Park 3355 Windermere Pkwy, Cumming

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Pawsitive Practice Training Certified Professional Dog Trainers www.PawsitivePractice.com............................404.353.2416

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Snellville K9 Academy 4995 Bryant Dr, Snellville......................678.776.4171

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The Barker Lounge Open 7 Days a Week www.TheBarkerLounge.com (1364) 5165 Atlanta Hwy, Alpharetta...................... 770.410.1DOG

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dog Treats

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Lose A Finger All Natural Dog Treats www.LoseAFinger.com......................................678.799.2742

Exotic pets Pets exotic

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Leo’s Reptile World 433 Canton Rd, Cumming....................678.697.7035

Gwinnett Pet Watchers www.GwinnettPetWatchers.com Robin Taylor...........................................................404.819.3641

Parrots Cove 3560 Lochwolde Ln, Snellville............770.979.5321

Your Pets’ Pal Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, Pet Transportation Tina Moseley..........................................................770.905.5083

The Waters Edge Exotic Fish & Supplies 122 Pilgrim Mill Rd, Cumming............678.947.6004

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Baths & Bones Dog Wash 1735 Buford Hwy Ste 320, Cumming...................................................770.205.1158 Brookwood Animal Hospital 922 Dogwood Rd, Snellville................770.979.0089 Dog Wash Cafe 12635 Crabapple Rd, Alpharetta.......770.740.1888 My Paw’s Place 9945 Jones Bridge Rd, Alpharetta.....678.366.5952 Pit Stop For Pets 12315 Crabapple Rd, Alpharetta....................770.559.1578

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Events, Details & Updates

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February 8 Pup and Cat Co.

May 18 Furkids and SmallDog Rescue

Paws for A Cause Animal Rescue Fundraiser (pupandcatco.com) Carl House, in Carl, Ga.

Annual Birthday Party (11th) Carlos Hellenic Community Center 2500 Clairmont Rd. NE, Atlanta www.furkids.org

February 23 Adopt a Golden

June 9 Animal Rescue Fair (ARF)

Golden Gala Mason Murer Fine Art benefiting Adopt a Golden Atlanta www.adoptagoldenatlanta.org March 2

Wills Park Equestrian Center

June 22-23 DREAM Dachshund Rescue

Georgia Dachshund Races Jim Miller Park, Marietta, www.GeorgiaDachshundRaces.com

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3rd Annual Celebration of Pets Sarasota Fair Grounds Sarasota, FL www.petpages.com March 5

August 22-24 BarkWorld

National Pet Social Media Conf. & Expo www.barkworldexpo.com

August 24 Ahimsa House

GA SPCA

5K Run for the Rescues Saturday, Mar 23 8am-4pm Suwanee Town Center Park, Suwanee Certified 5K Course www.georgiaspca.org April 8

Walk, Wag, N’ Run Pet Friendly 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run, Lenox Park Brook Haven www.ahimsahouse.org

September 7

Georgia SPCA Annual Ain’t nothing but a Pound Dog– Gala Event

Adopt a Golden

The Golden Open Golf Tournament Marietta Country Club benefiting Adopt a Golden Atlanta. www.adoptagoldenatlanta.org

October 5 Howl-O-Weenie

April 13 Ahimsa House

DREAM Dachshund Rescue www.DREAMrescue.org

9th Birthday Celebration Glenridge, Sandy Springs www.ahimsahouse.org

October 19 Atlanta Pet Expo

May 17-19 Gwinnett County Animal Control & Enforcement Pet Revolution 2013 Gwinnett County Fair Grounds Adoption, Education, Vendors &, Spay & Neuter Contact Chip Moore, 770-339-3200

Gwinnett Center 10am-6pm www.atlantapetexpo.comOctober 20

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Atlanta's Goldenrama Atlanta Athletic Club www.adoptagoldenatlanta.org

October 26 Atlanta Pit Bull Parents

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7th Annual Atlanta Bully Education Rally www.atlantabullyrally.com 54

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food Food delivery delivery The Pet Garage www.thepetgarage.com......................678.261.7090 Cats have over one hundred vocal sounds, while dogs only have about ten.

When itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Time to Say Good-Bye ne of the kindest acts of love that O we can show our pets is giving them relief when it is that time. I always

given. This sedative is usually given in the muscle and can sting for approximately a second, some pets feel it, some do not, but this would be the worst part of the procedure, not too bad. It takes about 5-10 minutes for the sedative to take effect depending on the condition of the pet. Afterwards a final injection is given usually in the front arm or rear leg and this relieves your pet. Every situation is different but this is generally the procedure. We do recommend that you make preparations with your mobile veterinarian prior to the procedure for aftercare including cremation or burial at a local pet cemetery. This is never an easy decision to make, but we are grateful to have the opportunity to humanely help and relieve suffering.

express to my clients, that if we had to watch a cousin or uncle suffer there wouldn't be anything we could do about it, but with our pets we can love them enough to let them go. In home euthanasia provides relief to your pet in the environment most comfortable to them. Most pets get a bit of anxiety going into the veterinary office due to the sounds and smells of other animals, and just being in an unfamiliar place. This is not what we want for our loyal companions when it is time to help them transition. In home euthanasia allows you to hold your pet, if you like. In home euthanasia allows you to pet and comfort your pet, if you like. In home euthanasia allows you to play music, light candles or memorialize your pet the way you choose during that time, if you like. The procedure itself is very humane. Initially a sedative should be

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grooming

Delia’s Doghouse 860 Duluth Hwy # 410, Lawrenceville............................................770.513.9227

Grooming grooming A Healing Touch Day Spa 1000 Powers Pl, Alpharetta..................770.442.9487

Dog Grooming of Dacula 2559 Pharr Ave, Dacula.........................770.682.3007

AAA-Port-A-Pet Grooming Salon On Wheels 2851 Dogwood Ln, Cumming............770.781.8440 Angels Kisses Mobile Pet Grooming 130 Bradford Ct, Roswell......................770.664.0011

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Friend’s Forever Pet Grooming 5890 Bethelview Rd, Cumming..........678.455.7079

Bubbles Dog Grooming 2285 Oak Rd, Snellville..........................678.205.4813

Heavenly Pet Spa 5215 Windward Pkwy, Alpharetta.....770.777.9191

Canine Couture Grooming 3592 Old Atlanta Rd, Suwanee...........678.947.6556

Lucky Dog Grooming 2100 Fountain Sq, Snellville................770.978.4088

Couture Doggie 1027 Sunny Glenn Ct, Lawrenceville............................................678.755.0130

Paw Perfect Pet Salon 5360 Spot Creek Dr, Cumming...........678.372.0949

Dapper Dog 1162 Alcovy Rd, Lawrenceville...........770.377.6640

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Basic Grooming Tips Your dog’s ears can be a breeding ground for bad bacteria and infections. Be sure to frequently check his ears to ensure they are clean and dry. Daily at-home care of your dog’s teeth is essential to his health. Beyond mouth infections and tooth loss, the bad bacteria in the gum line and mouth can easily enter the bloodstream and travel to other organs in the body. Left untreated, periodontal disease will affect the heart, kidneys and liver, and can lead to organ failure. Keeping your dog’s nails trimmed is also essential to his health. Overgrown nails can break easily and be painful. They can also cause difficulty walking and contribute to arthritis.

rooming isn’t just about making your dog look good. Keeping your dog properly groomed helps keep your dog healthy.

Keeping your dog’s hair tanglefree is essential to his well-being. If he is matted, the mats can pull on the skin, causing irritation that he then chews, and it becomes a hotspot and gets infected. The infection is a symptom, the cause is poor grooming habits. There is not a “one size fits all” brush or comb; each tool is designed to do a specific job. It’s important that you have the right tools for the job (you often need more than one). Bathe your dog as frequently as necessary. For some dogs, this is once every month or two; for others it’s weekly. Choose a gentle, all-natural shampoo that won’t dry or damage his skin or coat. Be sure to rinse thoroughly.

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grooming The Dog House 3701 Atlanta Hwy, Flowery Branch................770.535.1500

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Paws Pet Salon 10800 Alpharetta Hwy, Roswell.........770.642.7647

The PawPlex 3580 Lawrenceville Suwanee Rd, Suwanee.....................................................678.765.0981

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1: Don’t miss the boat. 2: Remember that we are all in the same boat. 3: Plan ahead. It wasn’t raining when Noah built the Ark. 4: Stay fit. When you’re 60 years old, someone may ask you to do something really big. 5: Don’t listen to critics; just get on with the job that needs to be done. 6: Build your future on high ground. 7: For safety’s sake, travel in pairs. 8: Speed isn’t always an advantage. The snails were on board with the cheetahs. 9: When you’re stressed, float awhile. 10: Remember, the Ark was built by amateurs; the Titanic by professionals. 11: No matter the storm, when you are with God, there’s always a rainbow waiting.

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A Lesson In Humility If you can start the day without caffeine, If you can get going without pep pills, If you can always be cheerful, ignoring aches and pains, If you can resist complaining and boring people with your troubles, If you can eat the same food every day and be grateful for it, If you can understand when your loved ones are too busy to give you any time, If you can overlook it when those you love take it out on you, when, through no fault of yours, something goes wrong, If you can ignore a friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s limited education and never correct him, If you can resist treating a rich friend better than a poor friend, If you can face the world without lies and deceit, If you can conquer tension without medical help, If you can relax without liquor, If you can say honestly that deep in your heart you have no prejudice against creed, color or politics, Then, my friend, you are almost as good as your dog. -Anonymous

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10 Easy Pet Care Tips 1. Keep your dog on a leash every time you go for a walk. Even the best-behaved dog can forget his training if he encounters an unfamiliar smell or sound, another dog, or a squirrel that simply must be chased. 2. Keep your cat inside all year round. Cats do not need to go out the way dogs do and will lead longer, safer lives if kept indoors. 3. Turn your pet into an easy rider. Take your puppy or kitten for short, uneventful rides so he will become accustomed to the car’s sounds and movement. 4. Check your pet’s water often. All pets — dogs, cats, birds, hamsters — need a steady supply of fresh water. 5. Feed your pet a diet that’s appropriate to his time of life. Puppies and kittens should eat pet food especially formulated for their growing bodies. Older pets need to beware of weight gain, and may need a different pet food than they enjoyed as younger adults. Discuss your pet’s changing dietary requirements with your vet.

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Holiday Pet Dangers Holidays are the most dangerous time of the year for our pets. The two greatest dangers are lost pets and pet poisoning. Fall and Winter Holidays With the fall and winter holidays come many new faces, guests and dog sitters. Each time guests enter your home pets are exposed to new levels of stress, both positive and negative. Many pets are locked away from the guests while others are allowed to roam freely among the visitors. Doors, gates and garages are opened and closed at a feverish rate during the holidays. The opportunity for your pet to get out and explore is surely at paw! After the 4th of July, the winter holidays are the number one time of the year that pets are usually lost. So take some extra holiday precautions; Determine the Rules For the Season - If your pet is allowed to run free among the guests (which is only fair, its their house too!) make sure that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re there to answer the door for every guest and introduce them to your pet. Also, you will want to be at the door every time it is open to be sure the pet does not escape. Keep a Closer Eye on Your Pets - If you can normally trust your pet in the yard for a few moments, try NOT to do this during these holidays. There are more people and pets in the streets and yards and lots of great smells that pets naturally love to investigate! All it takes is a unfocused moment

when you turn your head to greet someone and then it happens. Instead of a happy holiday, you have the opposite. Tell The Guests, and Especially the Children, the Rules for Your Pet what rooms they are or are not allowed, not to feed the pet scraps (if ten guests feed a 30 lb dog two scraps, you could have a very sick dog), and other rules of the house. Do not let children harass them. Do Not Ignore Your Pet - With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, pets become stressed - this is a time for extra attention. Take time every hour to stop and say hello! Do not forget to walk them, let them out, feed them, and change the litter box or other daily routines. Holiday Paraphernalia - Electric cords, tinsel, glass ornaments, candles, spray on-snow (some are non-toxic-read the label), ribbons, plastic or foil wrapping, etc. can be dangerous to your pet. Cover up or hide electric cords, never let your pet chew on them. Do not tie ribbons around petâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s necks or limbs. Watch out for rubber bands too. Do Not Try to Make Your Pet Vomit - Many times this can make the situation worse, as some poisons actually cause as much damage coming up as they do going down. Comfort your pet and make it feel secure, and immediately take it to a veterinarian. If you know what your pet ingested, take a sample of it to the veterinarian to help determine proper

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Puppy Pantry, 2590 Hamilton Mill Road 30519 Cumming

Horse Rescue Reflief 1768 Newt Green Rd. Humane Society of Forsyth County, 4440 Keith Bridge Rd. Humane Society Thrift Store of Forsyth County, 168 Tri County Plaza Kauffman Tire 936 Market Place Blvd 30041 Lakeside Pharmacy 1505 Northside Forsyth (Northside Hospital Forsyth Campus)

Lakewood 400 Antique Market Hwy 9 My Mercedes Place 4345 GA Hwy 400 30028 Monkey Joe’s 5055 Post Road 30040 Norman’s Landing 365 Peachtree Pkwy North Georgia Wellness, 107 Colony Park Drive #200 30040 Paw Perfect Pet Salon 635 Canton Hwy PawSpa Resort 6196 GA Hwy 9 Pooch N Paws, 5817 South Vickery Street 30040 Rick Tanner’s 5810 Bond Street E2 Sidney’s Pizza Parlor 772 North Vickery Street 30040 Smoke Jack Grill And BBQ 5063 Post Road 30040 Southern Capital Mortgage Group, 5971D Parkway North Blvd 30040 Star’s & Strikes 133 Merchants Square The Barker Lounge 5165 Atlanta Hwy 9 30004 The Warehouse 5095 Post Road 30040 Three Little Dogs, 425 Peachtree Parkway suite #305 30041 Vickery Animal Hospital 5063 Post Road, Ste 104 30040 Vickery Hair Cuts, 5859 South Vikery Street 30040 Vickery Village 30040 Tilla’s Nail Salon, 6005 Y St.

Furkids & SmallDog, 4015 Holcomb Bridge Rd. Ste. 420 Great Harvest 1035 Medlock Bridge, Ste. A-4 Pooches’ Playground & Spa 4579 Abbott’s Bridge Rd Ste 5 Flowery Branch

The Dog House Grooming 3701 Atlanta Hwy Lawrenceville

Heritage Pet Boutique 875 Oak Rd 30044 Roswell

Monkey Joe’s, 700 Holcomb Bridge Road 30076 Town & Country North Veterinary Clinic & Grooming Salon 4688 Woodstock Rd. 30075 Sandy Springs

Breadwinner Café 220 Sandy Springs Circle Farmer’s Market 235 Sandy Springs Circle N.W. Snellville

Gwinnett Humane Society, Avenue Webb Gin, 1350 Scnic Hwy Ste 204 30078 Snellville Pet Resort 2100 B Fountain Square Suwanee

Georgia SPCA, 1175 Buford Hwy, Ste 109 30024 Pooch N Paws 340 Town Center Ave 30024 Sadie’s 1175 Hwy 53, Ste 113

“If Who You Are Looking For Is Not In The Pet Pages, They May Not Duluth Be Who You Are Looking For.” 78

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