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Local keeper’s tips to promoting honeybee health Think about bees BY C.L. SILL EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

A scientist, a beekeeper and a minister walk into a bar. Richard Kretzschmar’s life reads like the beginning one of those rule of three jokes. Except that in his story, he plays all three characters. The 84 year old is both a botanist and a Methodist minister by trade — and he keeps bees on the side. Kretzschmar grew up in St. Louis, Mich. He earned an undergraduate degree from Central Michigan University, before earning a masters in botany from the University of Tennessee and a divinity degree from Vanderbilt University. He’s spent his life embracing the intimate connection between religion and appreciation for

the natural world. He’s a master of shepherding flocks, whether they’re humans or honeybees. Kretzschmar has been keeping bees for over 40 years. He first became interested in them while serving as a campus minister at Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, Kan. Another faculty member was a beekeeper and showed Kretzschmar the ropes. “I was interested in the society,” Kretzschmar said. “They all go through this series of different responsibilities.” Kretzschmar is currently tending to just one hive, though he’s had as many as five in the past. He’s a fierce advocate of bees and their importance to human life. “We like to eat,” Kretzschmar said. “And a lot of our food comes from plants that need to be pollinated.” Honeybee numbers

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have become mainstream news in recent years as keepers across the country report high colony losses. In the winter of 2019-20, it’s estimated 22.2 percent of all managed honeybee colonies in the United States were lost, according to the Bee Informed Partnership. That’s actually down significantly from the 2018-19 winter, when 37.7 percent of colonies were lost. But the numbers in the last decade are still trending upward. Causes for increased bee loss varies. Varroa mites and several diseases are cited as causing part of the decline, as is increased exposure to pesticides used in agricultural production, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Kretzschmar said he C.L. SILL | THE SUN

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Richard Kretzschmar tends to his colony of honeybees at his home in Osceola.

Fishing still an escape licenses being sold between just March, April and May - that’s over 100,000 more licenses than 2019 in the same three months. “It is definitely a pleasant surprise to see the early season results. I was not expecting to see an increase in sales (and especially the size of the increase – interestingly, first-time buyers are a major component of the increase in sales),” Karl Scheidegger told the Sentinel. “I thought most people would be staying at home and hesitant to go outside with so much uncertainty. Outdoor participation is booming (and fishing license sales), whether it’s a welcome distraction from the current situation, a function of stir craziness or just because of less competition for our precious time.”

Scheidegger works out of Madison as part of WDNR’s Division of Fish, Wildlife & Parks. He said Wisconsin is one of 34 states seeing an increase in residential fishing licenses this year. Minnesota reported a growth of 57% of increase in resident sales. According to the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation reported that fishing licenses have gone up 2% across the country in January through April from 2019 to 2020. Resident license purchases have gone up 6.7% while non-resident licenses have gone down 20% during that same time period. According to the WDNR, over 920,000 fishing licenses have

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Residential fishing licenses across Wisconsin are at a fiveyear high but non-residential license are at a five-year low, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. These trends are similar to those at the national level. With the COVID-19 pandemic having an effect on almost all aspects of life. We are socially distanced and incredibly isolated, but more people are out fishing than in previous years. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) has sold more fishing licenses so far in 2020 than they did in 2018 and 2019. In fact, this is a five year high Wisconsin with 734,514

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been sold for 2020 as of mid-June. In 2019 they reported selling 782,128 and in 2018 the WDNR sold 815,673. Meaning so far this year the WDNR has sold more than 140,000 more licenses than in all of 2019. There are a number of different types of fishing licenses. This data is for all fishing licenses, though it does not include Sturgeon spearing or hook and line, great lakes and inland waters salmon trout and armed forces license. The WNDR also broke down the data for resident and non-resident licenses. Annual licenses by non-residents has gone down by about 15,000 from 2019 to 2020. Licenses of residents went down about 4,000 less licenses. However, there are two new licenses for juniors and seniors. There have been around 14,000 of these licenses. Junior licens-

es are for 16- & 17-year old’s and senior licenses are for those anyone over the age of 65. So actually, Wisconsin residents have bought more annual fishing licenses this year than the past two years. “These trends appear to be occurring without much promotion. In fact, from what I’ve been told, most states seem to be struggling with the promotion question (to promote or not to promote),” Scheidegger said. “I believe fishing can be promoted as a great activity that allows friends and family to get outside, while still being able to practice self-distancing. I think as long as the message stays focused on responsible actions, self-distancing and the diversion fishing provides from the craziness we are all going through, we should be okay. I would suggest using the hashtags #RecreateResponsibly #ResponsibleRecreation.”

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STATE OF WISCONSIN Town of Osceola, Polk County Notice is hereby given that the Board of Review for the Town of Osceola, Polk County, Wisconsin, shall hold its first meeting on July 21, 2020, from 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., at The Town of Osceola Town Hall located at 516 E. Ave. N., Dresser, WI, 54009. Please be advised of the following requirements to appear before the Board of Review and procedural requirements if appearing before the board: 1. After the first meeting of the board of review and before the board’s final adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the board of review may contact or provide information to a member of the board about the person’s objection, except at a session of the board. Open book shall occur no less than 7 days prior to the board of review. 2. The board of review may not hear an objection to the amount or valuation of property unless, at least 48 hours before the board’s first scheduled meeting, the objector provides to the board's clerk written or oral notice of an intent to file an objection, except that upon a showing of good cause and the submission of a written objection, the board shall waive that requirement during the first 2 hours of the board's first scheduled meeting, and the board may waive that requirement up to the end of the 5th day of the session or up to the end of the final day of the session if the session is less than 5 days with proof of extraordinary circumstances for failure to meet the 48-hour notice requirement and failure to appear before the board of review during the first 2 hours of the first scheduled meeting. 3. Objections to the amount or valuation of property shall first be made in writing and filed with the clerk of the board of review within the first 2 hours of the board’s first scheduled meeting, except that, upon evidence of extraordinary circumstances, the board may waive that requirement up to the end of the 5th day of the session or up to the end of the final day of the session if the session is less than 5 days. The board may require objections to the amount or valuation of property to be submitted on forms approved by the Department of Revenue, and the board shall require that any forms include stated valuations of the property in question. Persons who own land and improvements to that land may object to the aggregate valuation of that land and improvements to that land, but no person who owns land and improvements to that land may object only to the valuation of that land or only to the valuation of improvements to that land. No person may be allowed in any action or proceedings to question the amount or valuation of property unless the written objection has been filed and that person in good faith presented evidence to the board in support of the objections and made full disclosure before the board, under oath, of all of that person's property liable to assessment in the district and the value of that property. The requirement that objections be in writing may be waived by express action of the board. 5. When appearing before the board of review, the objecting person shall specify in writing the person's estimate of the value of the land and of the improvements that are the subject of the person's objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at that estimate. 6. No person may appear before the board of review, testify to the board by telephone, or object to a valuation if that valuation was made by the assessor or the objector using the income method of valuation, unless the person supplies the assessor with all the information about income and expenses, as specified in the assessor's manual under s. 73.03 (2a), Wis. stats., that the assessor requests. The Town of Osceola has an ordinance for the confidentiality of information about income and expenses that is provided to the assessor under this paragraph that provides exceptions for persons using information in the discharge of duties imposed by law or the duties of their officer or by order of a court. The information that is provided under this paragraph, unless a court determined that it is inaccurate, is not subject to the right of inspection and copying under s. 19.35 (1), Wis. stats. 7. The board shall hear upon oath, by telephone, all ill or disabled persons who present to the board a letter from a physician, surgeon, or osteopath that confirms their illness or disability. No other persons may testify by telephone unless the Board, in it’s discretion, has determined to grant a property owner’s or their representative’s request to testify under oath by telephone or written statement. 8. No person may appear before the board of review, testify to the board by telephone, or contest the amount of any assessment unless, at least 48 hours before the first meeting of the board, or at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed under s.70.47 (3) (a), Wis. stats., that person provides to the clerk of the board of review notice as to whether the person will ask for the removal of a member of the board of review and, if so, which member, and provides a reasonable estimate of the length of time the hearing will take. 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Head on collision claims two lives BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A July 2 vehicle crash on Highway 35 north of 90th Avenue in the Town of Osceola claimed the lives of Scott L. Brust, 58 and Lisa M. Swanson, 53; both of Cushing. According to a release from the Polk County Sheriff’s Department, around 11:30 p.m. the office Dispatch Center began receiving calls indicating that there had been a crash involving two vehicles. Upon arrival, it was found that two GMC pickup trucks had hit nearly head on. There was a lone male occupant in one of the pickups, who was moving around and Brust and Swanson in the other, who were unconscious. All of the occupants appeared to have

sustained substantial injuries. Ambulance and first responder and fire units were called to the scene, along with air ambulances. The lone occupant vehicles’ driver was extricated from his vehicle and transported initially to the Osceola Medical Center where he was later taken to Regions Hospital by air ambulance. Brust and Swanson succumbed to their injuries and died while still on scene. During the course of the investigation, it appears to the Sheriff’s Department the lone occupant GMC truck was traveling south bound on Hwy 35 while the other truck was traveling north bound. The vehicles met near the center of the roadway, with the impact area of damage starting in the northbound travel lane. After the

collision, both vehicles traveled into the southbound travel lane. The Brust/Swanson truck rolled onto its driver’s side and came to rest facing southbound, along the west roadway edge. The southbound vehicle rotated, staying on its wheels, and came to rest near the center of the roadway, facing north. Allied Fire and First Responders, the St. Croix Fire Department, the Osceola Fire Department, the St. Croix Falls Fire Department, the St. Croix Falls and Osceola Police Departments, the Life Link air ambulance service and the Polk County Medical Examiner’s Office assisted. This crash is still being investigated by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

BEES: Local keeper provides tips for honeybee health FROM PAGE 1

sees pesticide use as a major factor in bee loss. “People that are applying them, need to apply them properly,” he said. Anyone applying pesticides residentially needs to take great care to read instructions and only apply when necessary, and farmers applying on an industrial scale should also take pollinators into consideration before spraying. “In most states and counties, they’re supposed to inform the beekeeper before they spray, so the beekeeper can cover his hives,” Kretzschmar said. “And they’re encouraged, as I understand it, to spray at nightfall when less bees are out.” If homeowners are interested in helping bees (people Kretzschmar

calls bee evangelists), there are several easy steps that can be done in any back yard to promote bee health. Kretzschmar has a pollinator garden in his yard, filled with bee friendly plants. They’re easy to plant, grow and maintain, and will be of great assistance to any bee colonies in the area. Some of the more common species for those interested in planting a pollinator garden are flowers like Red Bee Balm, Black Eyed Susan, Spiderwort and Yarrow. Kretzschmar also recommends mowing grass a bit longer than normal, in addition to minimizing herbicide use and foregoing pesticide use altogether if possible. Kretzschmar said he morns the loss of his bees when a colony doesn’t make it and said he hopes

others in the community will keep pollinators in mind while tending their gardens and their yards. “It’s very much a part of my life. I would like to see, here in this community, people growing

friendly plants and using friendly practices to bees in particular,” he said. “We’re all attached to nature. You get your hands dirty and you get involved with God’s creation.”

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ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY Luke is an extra-large puppy. He is a Mastiff-Lab mix, seven months old; he weighs 70 pounds, 24 inches at the shoulder, a black coat with a chocolate sheen, white on chest and toes. This young man is still growing into his substantial limbs and learning how to navigate his exceptional weight. It’s not so easy for a large, lanky puppy. Luke likes to eat, play and sleep, in that order. He knows how to sit for a treat and has learned the mechanics of walking on leash. Luke likes people and wants to please. Seventy pounds of puppy can be a handful. He needs someone who enjoys a large dog and all that entails. With his Mastiff background, he is sure to be a loyal and devoted companion. If you are looking for a smaller version of Luke, say 30 pounds, Ms. Molly may be the dog for you. Molly came to the shelter as a stray. She is all black and is probably a Beagle Mix. She is an active sprite. When you approach her kennel with a leash, Molly is ready to go. She loves to sniff out the critters and cover ground. This girl will get you walking! We don’t know Molly’s history but she is wary of strangers when she first meets them. It doesn’t take long to win her over. Molly is a happy go-getter pup that will do well as an active companion with a regular routine and a chance to use her nose for fun and sport. Medium sized Yeller is a Pit-Lab mix. He is forty pounds, light yellow coat, adorable fold-over ears and a sweet disposition. Yeller is quiet and gentle – to the max. He would love to curl up in your lap. When it comes to other dogs, Yeller wants to play, play, play. He will play with small dogs and large. This sweetheart of a dog walks great on leash and is housetrained. He is cute, not handsome. The thing that defines Yeller is his gentle nature. He is a dog that makes you go – Ahhhh. It is a strange time for everyone. With limitations on every aspect of shelter operations, Arnell offers pets in need as they become available. In addition to the three dogs listed above, there is a small group of cats and kittens – two male kittens and two adult females. The kittens are Tabby and White. One is Dark Grey and the other Orange, both boys. Luna is a sleek, shorthair Black female and Victoria is a long hair Calico. Visit our available pets on our website: ARNELLHUMANE.ORG.

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emember when the 4th of July was the biggest day of the year except for Christmas Day that is. We waited all thru June for the 4th, all the talk was of the 4th! And then we talked about how Columnist great the Pat Willits celebration was that year! It’s still a great day; we watched the celebration on TV from Washington DC, really wonderful program. We older folks can still recall those old time celebrations. Always

a big parade, full of floats all decorated up and the clowns and the horses that were rode down Main Street, convertibles with queens riding up on the back of the back seat! The high school bands along with the special bands that came, political candidates, and the majorettes were so great too. Oh well, that was yesterday and this is today and we do wonderful things today too. I suppose having to keep our safe distancing would make it too hard to have a parade this year. Oh well, there will be another year soon and we will have to make up for these lost events of this year. Be sure to get a family photo with your masks on, one for history of 2020

Missing local man found in Farmington BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

During the late morning hours of July 3, the body of a missing Amery man, Andre Lyons, 40, was discovered south of Farmington off Highway 35. The Polk County Sheriff’s Department said it appears Lyons had been traveling northbound on Highway 35, south of Farmington when his motorcycle left the roadway and entered the ditch. He was deceased when he was located and the department said it does appear excessive speed was a contributing factor for the crash. In a June 30 release, the department said Lyons was last seen at 1 a.m. on June 28, 2020. During the early onset of the investigation,

Deputies with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office attempted to gain cellular phone information to attempt to locate Lyons. That information led the Sheriff’s Office to contact surrounding counties requesting assistance in attempting to locate Lyons, however, no further information was discovered. During the course of this incident, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office investigator assigned to this case found the Lyons had left a residence near the Polk / St. Croix County line and was last seen traveling north bound on Hwy 35 in Polk County. Information was given that he was going to be traveling home, which was north of the City of Amery. Investigations staff

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f you believe the weather forecast, it looks like we will be in for another scorcher this weekend. Temperatures are slated to climb into the mid to upper 90s, with high humidity. When I was in high school, one year we put on a production of “Damn Yankees” as the fall musical. I recall the main character, Joe Boyd, who lives in Hannibal, Missouri, going on about how boring (and hot) his hometown is in the summer. He talks about people waiting on their porches for Canada to kick open the back door and let some of the cool, dry air come their way. I recall many summers as a Publisher child waiting for that fictional “door” to open just a crack to give Tom Stangl us some relief from the heat and humidity. It didn’t happen too often, but we learned that a box fan used in an open window properly (blow out during the day, in at night) could do wonders. Summertime was the time to spend all sorts of time with neighborhood friends. You have to remember that this was before cable TV (heck before widespread color TV), cell phones, personal computers and home video games (unless you were a millionaire). We would get on some tangent, whether it was playing the card game Spades or swimming and diving in the municipal pool, and literally run it into the ground. There was one summer when we played pickup games of baseball on what seemed to be nearly a daily basis. There was another summer when grape flavored Tang came out. We drank so many pitchers full of the drink that we later learned that food coloring has a way of passing through the body relatively unscathed. Sometimes, we developed rather grandiose ideas, like building a raft out of empty oil drums to float down the small creek that ran through my hometown. This particular plan grew in scale until we realized that we would need to weld the raft together and carry the several hundred pound craft a half mile to a creek that was so shallow you could walk across it without getting your knees wet. Needless to say, this particular plan did not come to pass. I recall spending the night with a friend during the summer. We snuck out of the house at 2 a.m. to see what was going on in town. Having never been out and about at that hour of the morning, we were unsure of what we might see. That was the allure of the adventure. Would we see a murder? Car accident? Drunks? We went downtown and saw absolutely nothing but a deserted downtown. No crime, no drunks, nothing but the closed stores and no cars. After making a second round of the four block downtown (just to be sure) we bought a can of pop and returned home. That was our big adventure on a warm summer evening. Childhood, like summertime, passes far too quickly. I’m sure you all have memories or stories like these. It’s often fun to share these with your children, for no other reason than to let them know that you too, once were a kid. Enjoy the hot weather, but take it easy on that grape Tang. Sure, it tastes good now, but trust me, you won’t like it later. As always, I welcome your comments. You can reach me by email at tstangl@theameryfreepress. com, telephone 715-268-8101 or write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery, WI, 54001. Thanks for reading I’ll keep in touch. Feel free to do the same.

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wouldn’t generally consider myself to have had a white trash upbringing, although I was born in a trailer court. I was raised mostly middle class, even if it was toward the lower end of that spectrum. Mom and Dad didn’t drink, I always had new clothes and we never went hungry. They had very little money, but Dan and I never knew it. What was even more impressive was Mom and Dad never tried to act like they were rich, a malady most common among those who wish they had more. We had a healthy does of Irish realism mixed with a touch of Swedish class. But one day a year we threw out the books and went full on hillbilly — And Editor that day was the forth of July. C.L. Sill To this day there’s something about the early July heat that makes me want to blow something up. I’m not sure where our redneck obsession with the 4th began, but I imagine it had something to do with my dad. You see, above all things, Dad is a master instigator. If someone is going to initiate an inside joke or rearrange the thanksgiving fruit basket centerpiece into some kind of phallic shrine, it’s going to be Dad. He pushes boundaries, a trait I’m most proud to have inherited. And no holiday’s boundaries are more ripe for a nudge than that which combines grilled meat and high explosives. When I was a kid we blew everything up. Washing machines, trash cans, microwaves. I distinctly remember driving to a neighbor’s house to pick up an unwanted chest freezer for the sole purpose of blasting it to pieces (from the inside) with a homemade black powder canon — she blew up real good.

Our hillbilly holiday extravaganza knew no bounds. We shot bottle rockets at a discarded lazy boy recliner until it went up like burning man. We loaded lead fish weights into that same homemade canon and shot them through the side of our tree house. We packed spent CO2 cartridges with pyrodex and threw them at each other like hand grenades until one of my friends caught a piece of shrapnel in the side and had to get stitches (Dad actually didn’t know about that one). Mom and Dad turned us loose on the 4th of July. We were wild animals, kids in their purist form. There was no micromanaging, no helicoptering. They weren’t stupid. Mom and Dad knew exactly what we were doing, but they let us do it anyway. They put us in an ‘arena of consequence,’ to steal yet another phrase from Steven Rinella. We made our own mistakes. Burned fingers, blew up mailboxes, got shot in the side of the head with roman candles. It was wonderful. I try very hard not to preach, and I hate when people start a sentence with “kids today.” Every generation thinks the one behind it will ruin the world. I don’t think that about Gen Xer’s (or whatever they’re called), but I do relish the fact that I grew up in a time that was just a little more wild than the world is today. I often think of the experiences my children will have and how toned down they might be compared to my childhood, just as my upbringing was toned down compared to my father’s. We seem to be on an upward trajectory of mediocrity, brought on by melatonin producing play dates and soccer camps. Kids should be wild and free, somewhere between Dennis the Menace and the Lord of the Flies. Let them scrape their knees, throw dirt clods and shoot bottle rockets at each other. They’ll thank you for it later, even if at the time they think they’re pulling the wool over your eyes.

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verything we do has to be done differently. Wearing a mask in public, keeping distance, avoiding crowds and no hugging. Graduation this spring has been different for everyone. It wasn’t normal and we had to work hard to celebrate. For Father’s Day we planned an outdoor picnic and Gene asked the family Johnson to bring their own food and beverages. Some chose not to come, but for those who did it became a meaningful time to catch up with each other. We met one great-grandchild for the first time. I tried my hand at pickle ball and the old legs just didn’t keep me in balance. I guess I’m going to have

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to check in with a therapist. COVID-19 has turned life upside down. The highways are less crowded as people are either working from home or not working. As a result the speed has increased so when accidents occur, they are more severe. The demonstrations that continue are more peaceful, yet shootings and deaths continue to be on the rise in Minnesota. The legislature dismissed from special session with little legislation approved. We can’t expect to change everything all at once, but why not focus on a few key issues and get them passed? Law enforcement in many areas of the country, including our own Twin Cities, appears to be unjust, inhumane and very discriminatory. Perhaps our police departments are expected to handle too many different issues beyond their training and competence. Accountabil-

ity is so important in whatever endeavor we participate in. It sure seems like something is falling between the cracks on that issue. There must be some better models that could be researched and considered. Perhaps the police department is just too big. There are always critical masses for effectiveness in whatever the business profession or government service required. Graduates - whatever lacked in your graduation celebrations, you are faced with a troubled world and we are looking to you for leadership and ideas. Don’t overlook the values of our nation and that of your parents as they brought you to this point. Remember we need liberty and justice for all. Set goals, have mentors, be generous, serve others‌this is a good idea not only for graduates, but for all of us.

amples. The experience of racism is about knowing that as a black or brown person you will be followed in stores. It’s that you have to teach your very young son how to be in encounters with police officers-so they won’t think he has a gun. You know you cannot walk safely in certain neighborhoods because you will be treated as a suspicious person. All of this because of the skin color. It is easy for white people to think racism doesn’t exist or to

not see it because we don’t feel it. I challenge you to ask yourself this question: “If you could choose to be in Black or Brown skin in the US today, would you?� Let yourself really imagine. If not, why not? Your answers to that question are a glimpse into the systemic, implicit racism our Black and Brown fellow citizens face every day.

and the dog will do a trick. Sometimes the dog offers a paw or sits before she is asked to. “Yeah, I’m supposed to do a trick. I know the drill.� There are two border collies who barked at me every day as I walked by. I asked if I could give them a treat. No more barking. Now I could go rob their house if I wanted to—as long as I brought treats. Occasionally, an owner will tell me their dog is fussy and might not like the treat. This is usually not the case. (Peter ordered top-notch treats, and dogs love them.) But there is always an exception. “Can I give your dog a treat?� I asked a family. “He doesn’t like dog food,� the father answered. “This is a special dog treat,� I assured him. “He doesn’t like dog treats, but you can give it a try!� The dog ran over, put the treat in his mouth, spat it out, and walked

away. “He’s very particular,� his owner said. “He likes chicken livers. But they are so smelly!� “Chicken livers!� I thought. “I’m not carrying chicken livers!� Another man with two dogs told me that the larger one wouldn’t want a treat but the small one, Taco, would. I offered Taco a treat. Taco sniffed it for several moments and declined. The big dog came over and ate it in one gulp. “I believe your dogs are trying to make a liar out of you,� I told the man. He agreed. Then I met Wallace. Wallace is a sweet old dog who has to take thyroid medication every day. He was going to be euthanized until his owner, Mike, adopted him. “His medicine costs more than mine!� Mike told me. “But Wallace makes sure I get a walk every day.� I gave Wallace a treat. He let it drop to the

TO THE EDITOR Continuing the racism conversation This letter is to continue the conversation about race and racism. What I’ve come to understand is that systemic racism is about the lived experience of Black and Brown Americans. We can only really understand this experience if we learn about it from the people themselves. I’ve been blessed to have People of Color begin my education. Here are just three ex-

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Boat responsibly: Wear a life jacket Be ready for the unexpected The Department of Natural Resources reminds everyone to be safe on the water this Fourth of July weekend and any other time you’re on the water. What starts as a perfect day for boating can quickly become hazardous if you end up in the water unintentionally. Voluntary, consistent life jacket use is the best decision you can make for your safety while enjoying a day out on the water. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, drowning is the top cause of death in most recreational boating fatalities, and the majority of those who drowned were not wear-

ing life jackets. In 2019, 79% of fatal boating accident victims drowned. Most people who drown in boating accidents know how to swim but become incapacitated in the water. Known for its many lakes and waterways, Wisconsin is where boaters and paddlers can get close to nature and have fun. When heading out for a day on the water, make sure safety is part of the plan. Being safe no longer means donning a cumbersome preserver. You can find lightweight and stylish options at your local marine supply retailer or even online. New varieties include belt packs and other low-profile jackets that are easy to move in, and come in

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ummer has come. It didn’t just walk in but instead strutted in and kicked the door down. Stifling heat, excessive rain and flooding hit us like a gut punch. So now fishing in a boat is more like being broiled on a grill over hot coals. Rains have washed out roads, taken lives and resurrected lost wetlands in farm fields all around. Despite all of this I made it out in between storms in my boat a few times. There I noticed how many boats had Bimini tops. Stay dry and in the shade. What a concept. I picked up a new, used boat a while back, a Blue Fin Sportsman that had been customized into a fishing machine and sold at a great price. It had a Bimini top but it was in need of repair with a broken support rod in a very supportive position. My wife Nancee’, a very handy woman decided to take it apart and clean it up. She also liked the idea of shade and dryness. Nancee’ loves to fish like I do and she knows how to catch fish. Unzipping the Bimini I Wild River noticed a small tree frog inside. It didn’t seem to be afraid. Nancee’ Trails spotted three more and was amazed Jim Bennett by their color that so matched their location. That’s when one tiny frog hopped down onto a rhubarb leaf, flattened itself, changed color and practically disappeared. Nancee’ strained to see it. She asked me how it did that and I didn’t have any answer then. According to Smithsonian Magazine, “When seeking out mates, frogs like humans, will often alter their appearance. While humans are generally content to do up their hair and don flattering clothing, amphibians on the make take a more radical approach; they change the color of their skin.” The Smithsonian article continued saying that not all tree frogs can truly change colors. Those incapable of changing colors are termed monochromatic while those who do change color at some point in their life cycle are called dichromatic. Monochro-

matic will ring a bell with photographers who used SLR cameras in the past. Ansell Adams used monochromatic film to create some of the greatest black and white photos ever taken in Yosemite. With frogs it’s all about mating. The males in monochromatic groups get the most attention from the ladies who have the most striking hues. The dichromatic tree frogs are the most remarkable of all according to Ryan P. Smith author of the Smithsonian Magazine Article stating, “They change color every mating season but then revert back to their old selves.” Think back to early spring when the spring peepers and tree frogs started singing from every little wetland and tree out there. Their calls echoed constantly, but more so in the evening. Another tree frog researcher, Ryan Bells, wrote on Wiley Online Library that large breeding aggregations precede the color changes. Although not fully understood it seems that in tropical lineages color is retained in some temperate species and lost in others. The bright color changes increase the reproduction success in the massive horde of mating frogs distinguishing males from females to help the process along but the bright color of the males also attracts predators. The most successful species get colorful only for a short time during breeding and then shut down color displays to survive. That explains the frog’s actions on the rhubarb leaf. So how do tree frogs change color? No one knows for sure. Herpetologists, those studying amphibians state that their understanding of the physiological basis and function of that trait in frogs is limited. Researchers admit that these projects need more researchers in the field. What is known is that tree frogs exist on every continent except Antarctica. About 30 species live in the United States. Special adaptations like toe pads aid in their climbing and allow them to climb on glass and broad leaves like rhubarb or Bimini tops. Adult tree frogs are insectivores eating flies, ants, crickets, beetles, moths and SEE BENNETT, PAGE 10

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Group camping for 50 people or less starts July 13 The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will begin to allow group camping for groups of 50 or less with reservations on July 13. The DNR will also begin placing camp hosts at state park campgrounds, and firewood is now available at select state parks. Special park operation conditions remain in place to ensure the safety of staff and visitors. Some changes campers and park visitors will experience beginning July 13 include: • Group camping allowed at outdoor sites with a capacity of 50 people or less, with reservations. • Limited special events permitted with up to 50 people. • Unreserved use of open-air shelters with capacity limits and provisions for social distancing. RESERVATIONS • Shelter, amphitheater and group camping reservations, as well as special events through July 12 will be canceled and refunded. • Reservations for a longer stay at outdoor group camp sites with a capacity of 50 people or less that begin before July 13 and extend beyond July 13 will automatically be adjusted to begin July 13. • Camping reservations are required before setting up camp and are accepted by phone (1-888947-2757) and online only. • Same-day camping reservations are avail-

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Scott Leslie Brust of Cushing died July 3, 2020, due to injuries from a car accident. He was 58. Scott was born Jan. 16, 1962, in St. Croix Falls to p parents, Harold and Maggie ((Anderson) Brust. He is survived by his c children, Danielle (Justin R Randall) Brust of Forest L Lake, Minn., and Cody (Emiily Posey) Brust of Webster; b brothers, Porky (Shirley) B Brust of Cushing, Rocky ((Cheryl) Brust of Grantsburg a and Darcy (Pam) Brust of St. C Croix Falls; his four grandc children, Sawyer, Gideon and N Niklaus Randall and Carter B Brust. Ben Basler, a special father figure and friend, as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Maggie, infant brother, Ricky and longtime companion Lisa (Midget) Swanson who died in the same auto accident. Scott was a longtime employee for the City of St. Croix Falls. He wore his heart on his sleeve, had a passion for mechanics, hunting, fishing, his kids, grandkids, his girlfriend Midget and his best friend Bruiser. Scott and Lisa will be dearly missed by many. The most painful goodbyes are the ones that are never said and never explained – unknown. Gone but not forgotten. A small family Celebration of Life will privately take place at a later date for close family and friends. Arrangements are by Grandstrand Funeral Home in Osceola, WI. Condolences may be expressed online at www.grandstrandfh.com.

It is with great sorrow and shock that Lisa Swanson, formerly Lisa Greiner of Cushing, was taken from us in a tragic car accident on July 3, 2020. Lisa was born on March 330, 1967, in Rice Lake. She is survived by her ffather Ed Greiner; her b brothers, Wayne and Ed G Greiner (Junior). She also lleaves behind her two sons, S Shane (Jerrica) and Christtopher Swanson as well as m many uncles, aunts, cousins a and of course many friends. She was preceded in death b by her mother, Patricia G Greiner. Lisa was very proud of her military service and her years of working with Shafer Construction. Lisa loved the outdoors as she enjoyed working in their garden, hunting in fall and fishing year round. She was also excited to always hangout with Scott’s kids Cody and Dani and his grandchildren Carter Brust, Sawyer, Gideon and Niklaus Randall. She enjoyed all of these and more with her longtime partner Scott Brust who sadly was also taken in the same accident. A small family Celebration of Life will privately take place at a later date for close family and friends. There will be a joint public visitation with Scott Brust’s family held from 1 to 5 p.m., July 18, at the Grandstrand Funeral Home in Oscoela. Arrangements are by Grandstrand Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Osceola. www.grandstrandfh.com

Faye Eugenia (Brunberg) Covey, of Osceola died peacefully on June 30, 2020, at home surrounded by family. She was 89. She was born July 3, 1930. Sje was preceded in death by her husband William, son David, grandson Greg Klaers, and great-granddaughter. Anna Ruby LaPierre. Faye is survived and lovingly remembered by son, Dan (Becky), daughters, Mary (Earl), Stephanie (Rick), daughter-in-law Carmen (David), 10 - grandchildren, 23 - great-grandchildren, six great-greatgrandchildren, sister Janet Weinhardt, plus many nieces and nephews. Due to the virus there will be no service at this time. A private family interment date to be announced. Memorial donations may be made to Parkinson Research Foundation, 5969 Cattleridge Blvd Suite 100, Sarasota, FL 34232. Condolences for the family may be sent to Faye Covey Family, 1700 130th Ave NE, Blaine, MN 55449.

BY MIKE FISK

Honor; Courtney Miller, Honor List; Hayley Palmsteen, Honor List; Skylar Samples, Honor List. UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA – DULUTH The following students were named to the spring semester Dean’s List. Dresser: Riley Haugen Carlson, Johnathan Schaefer, Grady Tank, Keegan Tank. Osceola: Tucker Hazzard, Ceridw-

en Snell. St. Croix Falls: Claire Scharfenberg. UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN RIVER FALLS The following students received degrees in May. Osceola: Jack Ince, History, cum laude; Mikayla Johnson, English; Kaija Newman, Animal Science; Brandon Tilkens, Education Specialist; Abigail Vruno, Data

Science. St. Croix Falls: Brendon Gearhart, Physics; Reagan Hoverman, Journalism, cum laude; Laura Swenson, Master of Science, Comm Sciences and Disorders; David Tompsett, Geography. Star Prairie: Hallie Kaczmarksi, Health & Human Performance; Benjamin Mortensen, Biology; Erin Peterson, Business Administration.

“So Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law.” Galatians Mankind has never done well with freedom. In the beginning God created male and female to live in complete freedom in a perfect environment, but the desire and passions of the human heart drove them to reject God and pursue temporary pleasure. God offered us freedom of the soul but we rejected that for freedom to follow our own passions. God offered us inner freedom, we settled for the pursuit of external freedom. True freedom, lasting freedom results in inner peace. That’s why Paul and Silas were able to

SUNDAY: Worship, 10:30 a.m. at Osceola High School Auditorium. CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH 150 Fifth Street Marine on St. Croix, Minn. Pastor Joel Martin 651-433-3222 ———————— EL SALEM/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER Six miles east of Dresser on Co. Rd. F, 1751 100th Ave. Pastor Darryl R. Olson 715-755-3113 ————————

GRACE BEREAN FELLOWSHIP 421 4th Street, Centuria Duane Gallentine, Pastor 715-755-2523 FRIDAY and SUNDAY KJV Bible Study/Fellowship ———————— GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Nye Area/Wisconsin Synod 2098 70th Avenue Pastor Nile Merseth ———————— HOLY CROSS ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN CHURCH Meeting at Zion Lutheran Church 28005 Old Towne Road Chisago Lakes, Minn. 651-260-5100 www.holyx.net Fr. Bill Neumann, pastor ———————— HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX CHURCH 523 First Street, Clayton 715-948-2203 Father Christopher Wojcik ———————— HOPE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH 933 248th Street, one mile north of Osceola on Highway 35 Pastor Nate Roschen 715-294-2112 • www.hefc.org ———————— JOURNEY CHURCH 131 Broadway, Amery www.journeychurch.city office@journeychurch.city 715-268-2223 ———————— NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY Non-denominational

201 State Hwy. 35, Dresser Pastor Tony Minell, 715-417-1982 galatiansii20@yahoo.com Church office: 715-417-0945 ———————— OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH 2492 Education Drive, Osceola Larry Mederich www.occnow.org ———————— OSCEOLA MEDICAL CENTER SPIRITUAL CARE 2600 65th Avenue, Osceola https: myomc.org/wellness/ spiritual-care 715-294-2111 Chapel open daily for meditation. ———————— OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 306 River Street, Osceola P.O. Box 447 Pastor Jack Starr 715-755-2275 osceolaunitedmethodistchurch@gmail.com ———————— PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA), 2355 Clark Rd., Dresser 715-755-2515• plcdresser.org Pastor Melissa Carmack Find us on Facebook! peace@centurytel.net ———————— PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT CHURCH OF NEW RICHMOND 1396 210th Ave. 2 miles north of New Richmond on Hwy. 65 Pastor Rudy King 715-248-0600 ———————— REDEEMER EVANGELICAL

LUTHERAN CHURCH Wisconsin Synod Corner of Adams & Louisiana St. Croix Falls Rev. Timothy Blauert 715-483-3401 ———————— RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN CHURCH LIGHTHOUSE 1289 160th Street St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 715-483-5378 Pastor Jonah Fetzer ———————— ST. ANNE PARISH 139 Church Hill Road Somerset, WI 54025 715-247-3310 Rev. Joseph Madanu ———————— ST. CROIX FALLS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Upper St. Croix Parish 300 North Adams Street St. Croix Falls 715-483-9494 churches@centurytel.net umstcroixfallswolfcreek.org Pastor Ran Yoo Pastor Kooko Kim ———————— ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls www.scuuf.org Rev. Kelli Clement ———————— ST. FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC CHURCH Franconia, MN 651-465-7345 www.stfrancisfranconia.org Fr. John Drees

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS MINNESOTA STATE MANKATO The following students were named to the spring semester Dean’s List. Dresser: Tanner Johnson, High Honor; Heather Slechta, Honor List; Grace Ulrich,High Honor; Isabelle Ulrich, High Honor. Osceola: Maria Gaglio, High Honor; Emily Hall, Honor List; Jackson Lalim, High

WEEKLY MEDITATION True freedom

sing and praise while in prison. Their physical freedom was taken from them but their inner freedom (peace) was untouched. That’s why King David wrote some of his best praise songs while running for his life. External circumstances couldn’t take his inner freedom. True freedom can’t be legislated. True freedom isn’t accomplished through social reform. True freedom doesn’t come from education or government programs because those only deal with the external. True freedom is a matter of the heart and only Jesus Christ can change a heart. Of all the great religions of the world, Christianity is the only one that makes good on it’s promise to change hearts. True freedom SEE MEDITATION, PAGE 12

CHURCH LISTINGS Following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control, all gatherings of 10 or more are being curtailed. Please call to see if church services are being held in some capacity. ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE VALLEY 1259 Hwy. 35 South, St. Croix Falls 715-483-1100 www.stcroixalliance.com Lead Pastor Jeff Naegelen Co-Lead Pastor Chris Folkestad ———————— ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH East Farmington Rev. Joseph Madanu ———————— BETHANY LUTHERAN Star Prairie Pastor Dan Pennington (715) 248-3730 blcsp@frontiernet.net ———————— BETHESDA LUTHERAN LCMC 1947 110th Ave. Dresser Sand Lake 715-755-2562 www.bethesdalutheran.ws Pastor Peter Rimmereid Associate Pastor Scott Adkins ———————— CEDARBEND CHURCH P.O. BOX 414, Osceola Matt Hayton connect@cedarbendchurch.com

EUREKA BAPTIST CHURCH 2393 210th Ave., St. Croix Falls Pastor Seth Brickley 715-483-9464 ———————— FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 661A West Street Taylors Falls, MN 55084 651-465-6792 www.firstbaptisttaylorsfalls.com Dr. Kevin Schumann, Pastor ———————— FIRST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN 561 Chestnut St. Taylors Falls, Minn. ———————— FIRST PRESBYTERIAN 719 Nevada St. St. Croix Falls Reverend David Maghakian 715-483-3550 (office) ———————— GRACE CHURCH – OSCEOLA Pastor Mark Barlow 722 Seminole Ave. Osceola 715-417-0752 ————————

———————— ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC Osceola Rev. Joseph Madanu 715-294-2243 ———————— ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC 490 Bench Street Taylors Falls, Minnesota 651-465-7345 www.stjosephtaylorsfalls.org Fr. John Drees ———————— SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH MISSOURI SYNOD 140 Madison Street St. Croix Falls Pastor Mark Schoen 715-483-1186 ———————— TRINITY EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH (WELS) 300 Seminole Ave., (Ct H M) Osceola 715-294-2828 • www.trinityosceola.com Pastor David Rosenow (920-645-7526) ———————— TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH OF GARFIELD 1578 85th Ave., Amery Pastor Lori Peper 715-268-9577 ———————— WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN (ELCA), 447 180th St., Osceola www.westimmanuel.org Interim Pastor Matt Saarem SUNDAY: ———————— WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP Cliff Bjork, (651) 465-7373 366 Bench St., Taylors Falls, Minn. ————————

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BENNETT: Do tree frogs really change color? FROM PAGE 6

small invertebrates. Some frogs hatch from eggs as miniature adults but more emerge as tadpoles. Tree frogs are quite long lived, up to 15 years in captivity and 5-9 years in the wild. My experience with tree frogs has shown two color changes that range from various tones of grey to green. Looking at a tree frogs habi-

tat those colors obviously make the most sense with grey hues of tree bark and green leaves on trees. As I was finishing this column I went outside to let my dogs out and what do you think was on top of the table umbrella on our patio. Yup it was a tree frog and it was an off color of greenish grey, same color as the umbrella. I know that most frogs begin hibernation in early autumn. That makes sense

now that I think about it. Imagine tree frogs on maple trees as fall colors advance with all the reds, yellow and orange leaves on trees. If I was a tree frog I’d hibernate early too! Jim Bennett is an outdoorsman who lives and worked in the St. Croix River Valley and can be reached at jamesbennett24@gmail. com

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you are a master of turning the tides very quickly. You may need to do so as you face an unforeseen challenge this week. Roll your sleeves up and get to work. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Communication with others seems to be going well and you have a full social calendar, Taurus. This will boost your self-esteem and possibly propel you toward new goals. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Don’t feel like you need to make sense of everything all of the time, Gemini. Sometimes things will work themselves out and will become more clear with time. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Relating to others can sometimes be difficult for you, Cancer. You tend to see things

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essert is the best part of dinner. I don’t make dessert as often as my mother did. She made dessert for every dinner. It didn’t matter if we were having hotdish or steak, we always had dessert. She baked homemade brownies, cookies, pie, cake or something special all year long. I know it’s not the healthiest to have dessert every day. I try to make dessert at least once a week. It’s a struggle. I still crave something sweet after dinner. A couple years ago, I was making a chocolate cake from scratch for a catering job. I wasn’t paying attention, and the cake fell in the middle the oven was accidentally Wild Chow when opened. I was not happy. The cake was unsalvageable. Lisa Erickson A long time ago, I learned from a dear older lady friend, that there are no mistakes only new creations when I comes to cooking. Over the years, I’ve had lots of mishaps in baking. Unless they were burnt beyond repair, they were made into something else. I make this cake now not because of mistakes, but because it’s good and fun to make. I bake the cake ahead of time and store them in the freezer and thaw it out when I’m ready to make it. It’s also the perfect summer treat. Not only does it taste amazing, it looks fancy and makes guests feel special, and it’s a cold treat on hot summer days! The New Modern Ice Box Cake Roll 1 box chocolate cake baked according to instructions ¾ to 1 cup half & half until cake is moist, but still thick ½ cup chocolate chips, melted 1 cup cream cheese (8 oz) ½ cup butter, divided 3 ½ cups powdered sugar, divided 2 tsp vanilla extract, divided ¼ cup cocoa powder ¼ cup hot espresso or strong coffee In a large bowl, crumble the chocolate cake you baked ahead of time. Mix with the half & half. Stir in the melted chocolate chips. Roll out to approximately 10 by 14-inches between 2 sheets of plastic wrap. In a large bowl, mix ¼ cup butter and cream cheese with a hand mixer. Add the 2 cups of the powdered sugar and 1 tsp. vanilla. Beat until smooth on medium speed until creamy. Spread over the rolled-out cake. Start rolling up the cake from the wide side (14 inch) keeping the roll tight and snug as you roll the cake up and set on a serving platter. In a microwave safe bowl, melt ¼ cup butter and the cocoa powder together; about 15 seconds. Add 1 ½ cups of powdered sugar and 1 tsp. vanilla; and add espresso. Stir until smooth and pour over the cake. Allow frosting to set. Dust with powdered sugar. Refrigerate until firm. Serve immediately and keep any unused portion refrigerated.

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Keep your dog’s teeth clean

Top safety tips Your pets deserve your attention and protection, especially during times of stress. Pets can be exposed to many of the same safety concerns as you, so taking care of them should come as second nature to us. One of the most important ways you can keep your pet safe is through proper hydration. Make sure your pet always has access to plenty of fresh, cool water. You may be extra vigilant during the summer months, but staying hydrated is of the utmost importance on a daily basis for your pets. Holiday Hazards One of the most hazardous seasons of the year actually comes around the holidays. From potentially choking on plastic eggs during Easter to ingesting toxins from Thanksgiving table scraps, pet owners should be on high alert during holiday seasons. When it comes to decorating your Christmas tree, be mindful of strings of lights by tucking cords out of reach and using outlet surge protectors. Make sure your tree is secured so prevent from toppling over onto your pets. Pets can also feel overwhelmed with new company during the holidays, especially rambunctious children. Be sure your pet has a nice, quiet area he or she can relax while your house is full of people. Pet First-Aid Kit A first-aid kit is important during natural disasters and vacations away from home, as well as in your home for day-to-day purposes. Here are some of the best items to keep in your pet first-aid kit, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. • Absorbent gauze pads. • Adhesive tape. • Cotton balls or swabs. • Fresh 3% hydrogen peroxide to induce vomiting. • Disposable gloves. • Scissors with a blunt end. • Tweezers. • OTC antibiotic ointment. • Oral syringe or turkey baster. • Liquid dishwashing detergent. • Towels. • Small flashlight. • Alcohol wipes. • Styptic powder. • Saline eye solution. • Artificial tear gel. • Phone number, clinic name, address of your veterinarian as well as local veterinary emergency clinics. The ASPCA recommends checking your pack every few months to make sure nothing has expired or needs to be replaced. Always remember to keep your kit out of the reach of children.

When it comes to caring for your pet, you may be able to quickly spot something amiss with their walk, with their fur or in their eyes or ears. One area you may not consistently check is their mouth. Most dog owners never take a good look at their dog’s teeth. This is ultimately harmful to your pet, because according to the American Veterinary Dental College, it’s estimated that the majority of dogs show signs of periodontal disease by just three years old. The best way to ensure your dog’s oral health can include ordering a professional cleaning service by a veterinarian. Your vet knows what’s best for your dog’s teeth and will be able to address any issues she finds, including potentially harmful conditions not easily recognizable by pet owners. Must-know definitions To help understand the topic of oral hygiene, let’s take a look at a few basic definitions below, provided by the American Veterinary Dental College. Gingivitis: Inflammation of the gums. Periodontitis: A general term for a disease of the oral cavity that attacks the gum and bone and delicate tissues around the teeth.

Pyorrhea: Inflammation of the gums and tooth sockets, often leading to loosening of the teeth and accompanied by pus. Caries: An area of decalcification of the tooth enamel leading to cavities in the tooth. Caries are very rare in dogs. Plaque: The first buildup of material adhering to tooth enamel. Composed of a mix of intercellular matrix of bacteria, salivary polymers, remnants of epithelial cells and white blood cells. Calculus (tartar): Calcium

carbonate and calcium phosphate combined with organic material, deposited on the surface of the tooth. Prevention One of the best ways to insure optimum oral health is to provide the dog with a well-balanced, meat-based dog food. Meat assists in keeping the mouth environment healthy. If you can, brush your pup’s teeth with a brush and paste meant for use in canines. You can even find a flavor he likes to make the experience more pleasant.

Caring for pets in hot weather Warm weather can be one of the most dangerous times for your pets, especially if you don’t keep track of their overall comfort and hydration. If you keep your pets outside, it is imperative that you make sure they have plenty of shade and fresh water during warmer days. Your inside pets are also at risk during walks around the neighborhood. Knowing the risks and being prepared can help keep your pet safe in potentially dangerous weather situations. Stay healthy in the heat Talk to your veterinarian about warm-weather risks for pets. They will have great advice on caring for your pets in the heat and for taking the proper precautions to protect their overall health. There

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ground and looked at me, expectantly. “Oh. He always gets two treats—of different kinds—then he chooses between the two,” Mike explained. “I’m sorry, Wallace, I only have one kind of treat!”

Wallace looked at me like he didn’t think I was doing a very good job of this treat distribution business, but he ate it anyway. I have met rescue dogs who are so shy I have to give the treat to their owner before they will eat it. I have met dogs who refuse to do tricks

and say, “Just give me the darned treat and cut out the nonsense, would you?” I love them all. Now dogs recognize me and tug on their leashes when they see me. I still miss having a dog but now, by the time I get home, my little treat bag is empty and I am filled

with dog stories. “Dog treats!” Peter says. “Wasn’t that the best idea ever?” Till next time, Carrie Carrie Classon’s memoir is called, “Blue Yarn.” Learn more at CarrieClasson.com.

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