TAME PET MAG - SUMMER 2020

FOR URBAN PETS & THEIR FAMILIES

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SUMMER SENSATIONS SEASONAL PRODUCTS YOU’LL LOVE

Mini BUILDING CONFIDENCE AND MAKING FRIENDS IT’S STILL SO IMPORTANT

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from the editor

Hello Summer! This issue addresses the importance of socializing our pets. While there have been challenges recently to how we might typically go about this, it is still very important. As things can and do return to normal, take time to enjoy and safely explore the world together.

Editor in Chief

We asked Facebook friends to tell us: My dog (pet) likes to go to ___________.

Cheer on the

Go on car rides

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Colorado for cool hikes in the mountains

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Motorcycle Rides

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Photos by: 1. Pamela Jacoby 2. Hannah Dunville 3. Chris Ross 4. Jennifer Jo 5. Lisa King 6. Casey Shayne 7. Renee Taylor Curro 8. Brittney Jenkins 9. Melissa Blevins Anderson

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TAME Pet Mag Issue #54, Summer 2020.

Published quarterly (4 issues/year) Connie Rhoades Hinds Brenda Drake Lesch Brittney Bywater April Turner Macie Thornhil Emily Tayrien Allye Rhoades Lydia Archer

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CONTENTS

SUMMER 2020

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INSIDE 02 MEET THE PACK & READER SUBMISSIONS 06 PET IN MEDIA

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SOCIAL MEDIA PETS MEET SOME ONLINE-FAMOUS PETS

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10 COVER STORY 17 PET WISE

SAFE AND SOCIAL PET SOCIALIZATION— WHY IT MATTERS SO MUCH

18 PET SHOP 20 HEALTH & NUTRITION

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PET WISE TIPS TO HELP PREVENT DOG BITES

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23 CALENDAR 24 RESOURCES 27 AD PARTNER INDEX 28 TAILS WITH A HAPPY ENDING

CELEBRATE SUMMER! HOT STUFF FOR PET PARENTS

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08 LITTLE PAWS

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Here, we meet a few pets that give a whole new meaning to word “social.”

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1. WAFFLES THE CAT > 2.4 million Facebook followers Waffles is known for his oversized eyes, round face and ears pressed flat against his head.

He’s collaborated with companies such as Intel and PBS.

3. TUNA > 2.1 million Instagram followers Tuna is a ChihuahuaDachshund mix and is known for his pronounced overbite and a recognizable face that has been made into countless memes.

2. TURBOROO > 1.7 million TikTok followers TurboRoo was born without his front legs and was the first puppy to receive 3D-printed wheels to help him move around.

His owners have used his story to help other pets with disabilities.

4. SMOOTHIE THE CAT > 2.1 million Instagram followers Smoothie has been labeled the “world’s most photogenic cat” because of her emerald eyes and luscious, golden fur.

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5. JUNIPER FOXX > 2.9 Instagram followers Juniper became famous for not being your average pet.

Her viewers love to watch her pounce on anything she considers prey.

6. SWAGGY WOLFDOG > 3 million TikTok followers Swaggy is a true Generation Z influencer with her pink-dyed ears and gold chain necklace.

She is one of the first dogs to become famous on the TikTok platform.

Photos Courtesy of: (left to right) wafflescat.com; twitter.com/rooturbo; tunameltsmyheart.com; instagram.com/juniperfoxx; instagram.com/swagrman; twitter.com/venustwofacecat; instagram.com/nala_cat; (opposite, top) instagram.com/itsdougthepug; (bottom) instagram.com/jiffpom

FAMOUS SOCIAL MEDIA PETS!

7. VENUS THE TWO FACE CAT > 1.9 Instagram followers Venus is known for her face coloration being very similar to that of the Phantom of the Opera.

According to Business Insider, “Venus’ owners say she owes her look to being a “chimera,” a cat whose cells contain two types of DNA, but the 5050 split of her coloration makes her incredibly rare and easily recognizable.”

8. NALA CAT > 4.2 million Instagram followers Nala is known for her owners’ distinct style of composing captions from her point of view. She is the most famous out of her owners’ seven other famous cats.

9. DOUG THE PUG > 6.1 million followers on the Doug the Pug website Doug is known for keeping up with celebrities and pop culture around the world.

According to Business Insider, Doug has been seen with celebrities like Shakira, Ed Sheeran and Cole Sprouse. He’s always up to date with the media.

As you can see, pets have become some serious online media influencers.

Many bring joy and laughter to viewers, and some have even gone far enough to influence the world off the screen too. Go give these pets a follow!

10. JIFF POM > 19.4 million TikTok followers Jiff Pom has made an appearance with many celebrities, but he is most known for his achievements of winning two Guinness World Records for his speed on only two feet. He can also be seen walking the red carpet in trendy outfits.

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LOCAL NEWS FROM TAME PARTNERS

Congratulations to Precious K9s on their new 6000 square foot training facility. Owner, Carrie Galvin, specializes in dogs with aggression and anxiety. As a Certified Behavior Consultant, she works with many area veterinarians to help dogs with training and behavior modification, as well as, medical treatment whenever necessary.

The new, larger location boasts 5000 square feet of sports Astroturf, making it the only dog sport arena in the area. WOW!

If you haven’t been by yet, you must stop in Pet Wants - Springfield’s newest pet store. They are open 7 days a week! They have so much more to offer, plus the option to stop by the shop if you forgot to buy food for the weekend. For picky pets, you can try fresh kibble, frozen raw, freeze dried raw, canned food, soups and stews and food toppers. Everything they carry is fresh and healthy. Stop in to see Holly and the team soon.

We are thrilled for our friends at Galloway for being selected as winner of 417 Best Veterinarian 2020. They would like to thank everyone who voted for them and their muchappreciated clientele. In addition to this great news, GVV is also adding grooming to their list of services. tamepetmagazine.com 7

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PET SOCIALIZATION—WHY IT STILL MATTERS SO MUCH PET SOCIALIZATION—WHY IT STILL MATTERS SO MUCH

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By Macie Thornhill

e know that having good e relationships know that having good and being relationships and being active are important for active are important for our health as humans, but did you our health as humans, but did you know that it’s true for our pets as well? know that it’s true for our pets as well?

That’s right!

Well-socialized animals That’s right!

Well-socialized animals are most often happier and healthier are most often happier healthier than those that aren’t.and While there than those that aren’t.

While have been a lot of changes tothere our have beenroutines, a lot of changes to our regular it is still important regular routines, it out is still and possible to get withimportant our pets. and possible to get out with our pets.

Socialization means to expose pets to Socialization means to expose pets to 10

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many different situations, including many different places, sounds, situations, people andincluding other places, sounds, people and other animals. The process of socialization animals.

The process of socialization can be difficult and time-consuming, can be difficult and time-consuming, but it is so worth it! Like us, making but it is soconnections worth it! Like making emotional andus,creating emotional connections and creating bonds help develop meaningful bonds help develop meaningful relationships. relationships.

As pet parents, the job of ensuring your As pet the varied job of ensuring your pet hasparents, new and experiences falls on you.

It’s an important job pet has new and varied experiences too, the an effort to provide falls as onmaking you. It’s important job too, as making the effort to provide

MOST MOSTANIMALS ANIMALSMAKE MAKE GREAT GREATPROGRESS PROGRESSIF IFTHEY THEY ARE TRAINED WITH ARE TRAINED WITH PATIENCE PATIENCEAND ANDREWARDS. REWARDS.

these opportunities is likely to result these opportunities is likely to result in a more confident and well-adjusted in a more confident and well-adjusted animal. An unsocialized pet might animal. An unsocialized pet might be cautious around strangers, shrink befrom cautious around strangers, shrink loud noises, react aggressively, or from loud noises, react aggressively, or hide from stressful situations. hide from stressful situations.

Most animals make great progress Most animals makewith great progress if they are trained patience and if they are According trained with and rewards. to patience the American rewards.

According the American Veterinary Medicalto Association, an Veterinary Medical Association, an appropriate pace should be taken. Let appropriate pace should Let your pet withdraw if hebeortaken. she seems your pet withdraw he recommended or she seems uncomfortable.

It isifalso uncomfortable. It is also recommended

that you not punish fear. The Animal that you not punish fear. The Animal Humane Society website warns this Humane Society website warns this can result in anxiety, possibly leading can result in anxiety, possibly leading to aggression. to aggression.

For the most common pets, dogs and For most common dogs and cats,thelearning to adaptpets, to different cats, learning to adapt skill. to different situations is a worthwhile Some situations is a worthwhile skill. Some ways to introduce socialization are ways socialization are trips tototheintroduce veterinarian, the groomer, trips to the veterinarian, the groomer, pet parks and visits from guests. pet parks enrolling and visits Consider in from puppy guests. and Consider enrolling classes. in puppy and kitten socialization These kitten socialization These allow pet parents theclasses. opportunity allow pet parents the opportunity

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YOURFURRY FURRY FRIEND FRIEND IS IFIFYOUR ISOLDER OLDER IT IS STILL IMPORTANT TO OFFER IT IS STILL IMPORTANT TO OFFERTHEM THEM SOCIALIZATION OPPORTUNITIES. SOCIALIZATION OPPORTUNITIES. 12 tamepetmagazine.com 12 tamepetmagazine.com

for interaction with proper training for and interaction support. with proper training and support.

The process of socialization depends The process of socialization depends on the type of pet you have, as well as, on the type of pet you have, as well as, the age of your pet. Professionals tend the age of your pet. Professionals tend to agree that the best time to begin to agree that the best time to begin training a dog is between three weeks training a dog is between three weeks old and 16-20 weeks old. If your furry old and 16-20 weeks old. If your furry friend isis older older (cats (cats included) included)ititisisstill still friend important to offer them socialization important to offer them socialization opportunities. Older Older pets pets should should be be opportunities. introduced to new people, varied introduced to new people, varied walking routes routes (or (or exercises), exercises), and and walking lots of attention.

Methods, however, lots of attention. Methods, however, might be be slower, slower, careful careful and and more more might deliberate than with younger pets. deliberate than with younger pets.

Other species gain from interactions Other species gain from interactions as well.

For example, birds and small as well. For example, birds and small animals can benefit. animals can benefit.

Research shows that pet birds should Research shows that pet birds should be introduced to family members be introduced to family members and other birds slowly. Playing games and other birds slowly. Playing games such as pee-a-boo with favorite toys, such as pee-a-boo with favorite toys, watching tv and listening to music can watching tv and listening to music can begreat greatforms formsofofsocialization. socialization. be Smaller pets, pets, like like hamsters, hamsters, forfor Smaller example, require a different approach. example, require a different approach.

They usually sleep during theday day They usually sleep during the and can be prone to biting.

To help and can be prone to biting. To help socializethese theseanimals, animals,the theAnimal Animal socialize Humane Society website advises Humane Society website advises toto CoverStory Story continued page Cover continued onon page 1515

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start by hand feeding small treats, then handling them when they seem to become comfortable. Once hand tamed, you can start allowing them to explore their surroundings. Just be sure to take appropriate safety precautions.

Socialization for any pet – no matter the species – requires hard work, patience and knowledge. Being aware of your pet’s personality and negative triggers is crucial to knowing which approach to take. Don’t rush or overwhelm your pet. Find a balance between personal time and social time and consider assistance from a professional, if needed.

The benefits of a well-socialized pet are numerous. Taking the time to

work on socialization with your pet helps ensure they reach their full potential as your companion. It also minimizes stress, fear and anxiety, allowing them to live healthier and happier lives.

Well socialized pets tend to be: • More trusting and affectionate • Comfortable in a new, different situations • Less difficult and more enjoyable to groom • More fun to travel with • Better behaved for veterinary visits tamepetmagazine.com 15

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Pet Wise

SUPERVISE!

Don’t assume your dog is good with children. If a toddler interacts with your dog, have your hands on the dog too. Even if your dog is great with kids and has never biten anyone—why take the chance? Do not allow kids to hug or kiss your dog. If visiting kids are bothering your dog, separate them.

Before the Bite 6 TIPS FOR DOG

BITE PREVENTION Don’t take chances when it comes to the health and safety of your pets and those they interact with.

TRAIN YOUR DOG

Enroll your dog in obedience classes where positive reinforcement is used. Never pin, shake, choke, hold your dog down or force your dog to do anything in order to teach it a lesson. Condition your dog to enjoy the presence and actions of other people, including children.

SPAY OR NEUTER

AVOID RISK

Neutered pets are said to be calmer and less aggressive. Neutering prevents unwanted dogs that may end up in shelters or in less than ideal conditions.

It’s important to know how to avoid escalating risky situations and to understand when you should and should not interact with dogs.

Be cautious if a dog is not with it’s owner, eating, sleeping, injured, growling, or barking. Do not reach through a fence to pet a dog. Always ask an owner’s permission to pet their dog.

GIVE YOUR DOG ATTENTION

Do not leave dogs alone for long periods in the backyard even if there is a fence. Unsupervised dogs may develop undesirable behaviors, such as digging, barking, or or aggression toward people or other animals passing by.

TAKE YOUR DOG TO THE VET

It is recommended that you take your pet for regular visits/check ups—and not just when they need something serious attended to. Also, find out how your veterinarian works to make appointments as positive as possible and ways you can help too. tamepetmagazine.com 17

ENJOY THE SUNSHINE WITH THESE HOT PET PRODUCTS!

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1. CAT GRASS Your cat(s) will enjoy something special to munch on. The Cat Ladies proudly offer a cat grass growing kit. It has organic seed mix, organic soil and reusable planter. This product is not only enticing, it is non-GMO, harvested and grown in the USA. 2. RAINCOAT Summer is in full swing, but rain is still often in the forecast. Don’t let a little wet weather keep you and your best pal from enjoying the warmer days.

Ellie Dog makes a cute and completely water resistant raincoat to keep them dry and trendy.

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We selected this one as our favorite. It is beautiful, colorful and well crafted.

4. FLORAL CAT DRINKING FOUNTAIN The Catit Flower Fountain has a fresh, unique design that allows up to 3 different water flow settings to appeal to picky drinkers. What a fun way to spoil your kitty by bringing a little summer indoors.

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5. BIKE BASKET Warmer weather is here!

Hit the road with your little friend. The Buddy Bike Basket keeps your dog restrained, yet comfortable, while you go on a ride (for pets up to 15 lbs).

8. FLORAL COLLAR Blueberry Pet has the most adorable collection of seasonal collars. There are so many to choose from, you are certain to find the one (or more!) that suits your style.

6 6. FLOWER TREAT For smaller pets, these spring blend by Exotic Nutrition contain rose petals, calendula & hibiscus flowers.

Chinchillas, guinea pigs, rabbits, degus, hamsters or rats will love diving into this tasty treat.

7. FLOWER RECOVERY CONE Maybe someone is not enjoying the season as much as they might like.

If your pet must wear the dreaded “cone of shame,” at least they can do it comfortably and in seasonal style with the Alfie Pet Recovery Collar.

9. CATERPILLAR DOG TOY Caterpillars are a sign of the season! This squeaky stuffed plush toy by ZippyPaws is cute, snuggly and sure to be fun for your dog.

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10. CARROT TOY Summertime gardens are growing strong! Here’s a veggie for you furry farmer.

Hamiledyi’s chewable treat is both tasty and entertaining. And, it’s not just for rabbits. Other small indoor pets will love it too.

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CHOCOLATEISN’T ISN’TTHE THE ONLY ONLY DEADLY DEADLY CHOCOLATE SWEETTREAT TREATPET-PARENTS PET-PARENTS NEED NEED TO SWEET TO WORRY WORRYABOUT. ABOUT. WHATISISIT? IT? WHAT

Xylitol is a sugar alcohol produced Xylitol is a sugar alcohol produced naturally. The use of this sweetener has naturally. The use of this sweetener has become increasingly more common in become increasingly more common in recent years. Humans can process the recent years. Humans can process the ingredient safely. For dogs, however, ingredient safely. For dogs, however, it can be deadly. it can be deadly.

When xylitol first came on the scene, it When xylitol firstfound came on the scene, it was most often in “sugar-free” was most often found in “sugar-free” dental products, such as toothpaste dental products, such as toothpaste and mouthwashes – even gums and and mouthwashes – even and mints. Now, it can be foundgums in tons of mints.

Now, it can be found in tons of other things—some of which might other things—some of which might surprise you. surprise you.

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WHERE WHERE IT’S IT’SFOUND FOUND

The properties of xylitol have made The properties of xylitol have made it a popular alternative for diabetics it a popular alternative for diabetics and those looking to cut back on sugar and those looking to cut back on sugar intake. intake.

As such, it is now used in baked As such, it iscondiments, now used in baked goods/mixes, flavored goods/mixes, condiments, flavored drinks, packaged goods, including drinks, bars, packaged goods,as including protein supplements, well as, protein bars, supplements, as well as, jams, honey, and perhaps surprisingly, jams, honey, and perhaps surprisingly, in something pet-parents commonly in something pet-parents commonly offer to dogs—peanut butter.

Food offer to dogs—peanut butter.

Food isn’t the only place you will find xylitol. isn’t the only place you will find xylitol.

Baby wipes, cosmetics and even hair Baby wipes, cosmetics even hair products can contain the and ingredient. products can contain the ingredient.

SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE AND TREATMENT

A A dog dog that that has has consumed consumed xylitol xylitol can can exhibit exhibit the the following following symptoms symptoms rapidly rapidly (within (within 30 30 minutes) minutes) or or even even up up to to 12 12 hours hours later: later: •• Throwing Throwing up up •• Listlessness Listlessness •• Weakness Weakness •• Stumbling Stumbling or or Inability Inability to to Walk Walk Xylitol Xylitol is is so so dangerous dangerous to to dogs dogs that that ifif ingestion ingestion is is suspected, suspected, itit is is urgent urgent to to get get your your pet pet to to the the veterinarian veterinarian right right away. away. Xylitol Xylitol can can result result in in liver liver failure, failure, seizures seizures and and can can be be fatal. fatal.

Since Since xylitol xylitol affects affects blood blood sugar, sugar, treatment treatment involves involves an an intravenous intravenous drip. drip. If If itit is is caught caught quickly quickly enough, enough, your your pet pet may may be be stabilized. stabilized. However, However, ifif itit has has reached reached the the bloodstream bloodstream and and caused caused damage damage to to the the liver, liver, aa positive positive outcome outcome may may be be unlikely. unlikely.

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We’ve We’ve listed listed products products likely likely to to contain contain xylitol. xylitol. ItIt might might also also help help to to know know how how itit may may be be marketed. marketed.

Look Look for for these these commonly commonly used used descriptions: descriptions:

Sugar Sugar Free Free Reduced Reduced Sugar Sugar All All Natural Natural -- No No Sugar Sugar Added Added No No Artificial Artificial Sweeteners Sweeteners Naturally Naturally Sweetened Sweetened 100% 100% Natural Natural Safe Safe for for Sugar-Controlled Sugar-Controlled Diets Diets Safe Safe for for Diabetics Diabetics Aspartame Aspartame Free Free Sweetened Sweetened with with Birch Birch Sugar Sugar Low Low Carb Carb Low Low Cal Cal Low Low Calorie Calorie Helps Helps Fight Fight Cavities Cavities Cavity Cavity Fighting Fighting Anti-Cavity Anti-Cavity Tooth Tooth Friendly Friendly

Some Some beauty beauty products products contain contain xylitol, xylitol, store store them them safely safely out out of of pets pets reach. reach. ttamepetmagazine.com amepetmagazine.com 21 21

Sources: https://www.vets-now.com/pet-care-advice/dangers-of-xylitol-for-dogs/ • https://www.preventivevet.com/xylitol-products-toxic-for-dogs

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tails with a happy ending

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Cat Named Dog

This kitty helps properly socialize some very important pups!

by Macie Thornhill

The American Society interacts like a for the Prevention of canine by drinking Cruelty to Animals out of the dog (ASPCA) presented bowls, chewing the Cat of the Year through leashes Award to a cat named and chasing tails. And D-O-G in New York City despite his name, D-O-G in 2018. That’s right, Dog is still a typical cat who loves to (pronounced dee-OH-gee). be petted and held and purrs According to the ASPCA when content. The company “Training website, D-O-G was dogs must learn is very grateful for D-Ofound by Nadine Wenig, G’s presence and talents. how to get along director of Canine He is loved by all the with people and Services at Duo Dogs, staff at Duo, even those animals around in St. Louis, Missouri. that consider themselves them and to avoid “dog people.” He keeps D-O-G was taken in and distractions.” everyone laughing and he soon became part of the family. helps in ways only a cat could.

To date, this cat not only hangs out around the facility but actually helps in training too.

According to the Duo Dogs website, dogs are trained for hearing disabilities and other impairments.

Service and hearing dogs complete two years of training and master over 50 skills. While working, the training dogs must learn how to get along with people and animals around them and to avoid distractions. D-O-G helps with that.

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