Meet Junior - Peaceful Kingdom

TAKE ONE!
JUNE 2012
VOL.12, NO.6
Tick-borne Illness p4
John Hamil Foundation p5
Mabel’s Weight Loss Journey p19
Pet Obesity p20
June Jubilee Show and Trials p21
Meet Junior
at Young-Williams
Animal Center!
BL
OUNT C
OUNT
Y
BLOUNT
COUNT
OUNTY
ANIMAL CENTER
(865) 980-6244 • blounttn.org/animal/
Todd, Sam,
Igor, and
many other
kittens need
a home.
Rufus
Little One
Annora
Pixie
Cagney
Baxter
Beauty
Bob
Zoe
Margo
Gin
Hickory
Redz
Curry
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Dude
Visit the Shelter First!
GERMAN SHEPHERD RESCUE
OF EAST TENNESSEE
Nine County Shelter Directory, p. 28-29
[email protected]
www.petfinder.org/shelters/TN602.html
Hank (left) is 2 to 3 years old. He
is housetrained, crate-trained,
and walks well on a leash. He
gets along well with other dogs.
Hank needs an adult home or a
home with older children.
Public Animal Shelters
Blount County Animal Shelter ......................................... 2,28
Humane Society of Jefferson County .............................. 8,28
Loudon County Animal Shelter ..................................... 26,29
Newport Animal Shelter ..................................................... 23
Oak Ridge Animal Shelter (Anderson Co.) ................... 32,28
Roane County Animal Shelter ...................................... 18,29
Sevier County Humane Society ................................... 17,29
Union County Humane Society .................................... 10,29
Young-Williams Animal Center (Knox Co.) .................... 24,28
Other Humane and Rescue Groups
Adopt A Golden Knoxville .................................................. 15
Animal Works ..................................................................... 26
ArfNets ............................................................................... 22
Belly Rubs Basset Rescue .................................................. 7
Blount County Humane Society ......................................... 14
Boston Terrier Rescue ........................................................ 9
Dachshund Rescue of East Tennessee ............................. 30
East Tennessee Border Collie Rescue .............................. 21
East Tennessee Pit Bull Rescue .......................................... 9
Feral Feline Friends .......................................................... 14
German Shepherd Rescue of East Tennessee ................... 3
Grainger County Humane Society .................................... 18
Greyhound Pets of America ............................................... 30
Greyhound Rescue Foundation of Tn ................................. 6
GRReat Dog Rescue ........................................................ 27
Horse Haven of Tennessee ................................................ 6
Humane Society of Roane County .................................... 25
Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley .......................... 30
Humans and Animals Learning Together (HALT) .............. 32
Knoxville Guinea Pig Rescue ............................................ 32
Noah’s Arc ......................................................................... 11
People Promoting Animal Welfare (PPAW) ......................... 25
Siamese Rescue ............................................................... 27
Shelter Animals Rescue Group (SARG) ............................ 15
Small Breed Rescue of East Tennessee ............................ 22
Smoky Mountain Bulldog Rescue ........................................ 7
Stray Connection Cat Rescue ........................................... 19
Tennessee Valley Golden Retriever Rescue .................... 26
Wolf Creek Weimaraner Rescue ....................................... 13
Clyde (above) is a 2 to 3 year
old German Shepherd/Husky
mix. He knows basic commands
and has a great temperament.
He is housetrained and cratetrained.
Sadie (left) is a 2 to 3 year old,
96 lb. female. She knows basic
commands and is dog friendly.
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ADOPTION CRITERIA
Each organization in Critter has its own adoption criteria. All organizations
require an adoption contract and a fee to recoup basic expenses. All will
require that your adoptee be a pet, not merely a utility animal for protection
or hunting. Most will ensure that the animals are spayed or neutered at
the time of adoption; underfunded shelters may instead require a spay/
neuter contract and a deposit that will be refunded upon proof of spay or
neuter. Most will want to visit your home and see where the pet will live.
Because many of these animals have not been well treated in the past,
extra care is taken to ensure their safety and happiness in the future.
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PREVENT TICK-BORNE ILLNESS
Veterinarians are warning
about heavy infestations
of ticks, mosquitoes, and
fleas this summer. Tickborne illness in dogs is on
the rise. Ticks can
produce illnesses like
Ehrlichiosis, Lyme disease, Rocky
Mountain spotted fever, and tick paralysis.
All are found in the southeastern US.
Here are some essential facts to help keep
your BFF safe:
• Commercial flea and tick products do not
always prevent ticks from biting, even with
proper application. Flea/tick medication is
most effective when your pet is kept dry for
48 hours before AND after application.
Flea and tick collars available at discount
stores are rarely effective.
7/31/2012
PET LOSS
SUPPOR
T GR
OUP
SUPPORT
GROUP
• Symptoms of tick-borne illness vary with
the specific disease, but generally include
fever, loss of appetite, lethargy, lameness,
sore muscles, joint pain, swollen joints, and
weight loss.
• Ticks can transmit the infecting agent
within 15 minutes of a bite (range is 15
minutes to 24 hours), BUT flea/tick
medication kills in no fewer than 24 to 48
hours. See your vet immediately if you
suspect a tick-borne illness.
• A combination of preventative measures provides the greatest
protection. Talk to your vet about the most effective action plan
for your best friend.
Bring the vet to your pet!
The Visiting Vet
Quality veterinary services in the tranquility of your home.
The University of Tennessee Veterinary Social Work
Program at the UT College of Veterinary Medicine offers a
Pet Loss Support Group for those coping with the loss of a
pet.
Next meetings (Tuesday evenings):
June 19th
July 17th
August 7th and August 21st
The meeting will take place 6:30-8:00 PM in the Family
Room, UT Veterinary Hospital, 2407 River Drive,
Knoxville.
The group is free of charge and open to the public. For
further information, please call 865-755-8839 or visit
our website at www.vet.utk.edu.
Ear Exams
· Preventive Medicine
· Physical Exams
Vaccinations
· Behavioral Consultation · Hospice Care
Less
stress for pet Exams
and owner ·• Eye
No waiting
Euthanasia
· Dermatological
Exams room • Convenient
For an appointment call: 661-1570
Bea Moody, D.V.M.
Gov. John Sevier
Animal Clinic
(865) 579-1090
3202 West Gov. John Sevier Highway
Knoxville, Tennessee 37920 • Next to Weigels
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DOG SITTING
(IN MY HOME)
Let me take care of your Four-Legged Furry Friend while
you go on vacation, a weekend get-away, an overnight trip,
or when you just need/want a break.
9315 S. Northshore Drive
Knoxville, Tennessee 37922
Dr. Denise Frazier
865-769-8800
HOME FINANCING
GARY STURM
SR. LOAN OFFICER
(865) 691-8910 x211
Email: [email protected]
www.migonline.com/Gary.Sturm
Dogs must be under 25 pounds and housetrained (either to
go outside or use potty pads). They will live with me and
mine, and will not be crated unless you so request.
Charge: $12.00 per night.
No minimum, no limits.
Payment due when dogs are brought to me.
References furnished upon request.
Betty Pike
604 Atchley Road
Strawberry Plains, Tn. 37871
(865) 806-1203
[email protected]
Approximately 12 miles east of Knoxville, about 1 mile off
I-40 at exit 402.
Pet Quarters
Pet Supplies & Grooming
7811 Oak Ridge Hwy Suite 1
Knoxville, TN 37921
(865) 560-0028
Mon-Fri 9-7
Sat 8-6
Sun 12-3
John R. Hamil Animal Wellness Foundation, Inc.
Sponsoring Spay or Neuter Surgeries
for Pets of Qualifying Low-Income Familes
in Blount County, TN
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Knoxville, TN 37922
(865) 560-0480
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Alcoa, TN 37701
(865) 984-5620
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JUNE 2012 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • PAGE 5
HORSE HA
VEN
HAVEN
of Tennessee, IInc.
nc.
Marie is a 12 year old Tennessee Walking Horse. Salty is a 6 year old roan Appaloosa Gelding.
(865) 609-4030
[email protected]
www.horsehaventn.org
Meet our adoptable horses
on the 2nd Saturday of
every month: HHT West
Facility,10AM - 2PM
2417 Reagan Rd. in Knoxville
off Hardin Valley Rd, ½ mile
from Pellissippi Pkwy
Rebel is a
13 year old.
He hasn't
been with
other horses
in some time
but seems
very friendly.
Rebel has
not had a lot
of handling.
Sam is a 14 year old
Saddlebred gelding. He will
be evaluated soon under
saddle.
GREYHOUND RESCUE
FOUNDA
TION
FOUNDATION
of Tennessee
(865) 690-0009 • www.greyhoundrescue.org
[email protected]
Tilley is 2 years old. She's
just learning all the house
rules. Tilley has done very
well with house manners,
sleeping during the night on
a doggie bed, and crating
when no one is home. She
loves to eat. Tilley is
working on a few confidence
issues as she learns to trust
more. She has started
giving little kisses and
playing with toys.
Trey will be 2 years old in July
and weighs 76 pounds. He
didn't think much about running
in circles trying to catch the
uncatchable.Trey tested cat
tolerant before making the trip
to Tennessee.
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SHELTER ANIMALS
RESCUE GROUP
of Oak Ridge
124 Newell Lane
Oak Ridge, TN.
865-483-8146
shelteranimalsrescue.org
Please see our
animals on
page 15!
BELL
YR
UBS BASSET RESCUE
BELLY
RUBS
(865) 966-0107
[email protected]
www.bellyrubs.org
Bradley has never
known what it’s like to
live inside and be a
family member. He is an
amazingly sweet, calm
boy who has a beautiful
mostly-white coat with
only a few red spots. He
is starting to understand
that his life has changed
and things are going to
be much better in the
future.
Anderson was hit by
a car. His injuries
were severe, but he
is healing. He may
need a home without
stairs and need some
good joint
supplements, but you
couldn’t ask for a
better boy.
Throughout his painful
ordeal, his tail never
stopped wagging. He
looks very young and
has beautiful coloring.
Clinic
$10 Rabies Vaccines!
Low Cost Vaccine Clinic Every Saturday 1-5pm!
Walk-ins Only!
Low Cost Heartworm and Flea and Tick Preventives!
Register on-line (not required) at www.petwellclinic.com to save time .
10549 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922
(865) 272-9491 • www.petwellclinic.com
SMOKY MOUNT
AIN
MOUNTAIN
BULLDOG RESCUE
(865) 688-2270
www.discoveret.org/smbc/rescupic.htm
Rosemary is approximately 5 years old. She
was left at a local shelter
after her owner used her
for breeding. Rosemary
is a sweetie, very
affectionate and loving. If
you want someone who
is happy to see you at
the end of a tough day
then Rosemary’s your
gal. She would be best in an only-dog home where she could
enjoy being spoiled exclusively by you.
Buford is 9 years old
and in good health for
a senior. He gets
along with other dogs
and older children. His
skin was in poor
condition but is
improving with a good
diet and some flea
control.
1305 Lovell Road
Knoxville, TN 37932
Phone 865.777.1221
Fax 865.671.2337
www.lovellvet.com
“Where Compassion & Knowledge Meet” Sherri Mellskog DVM
JUNE 2012 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • PAGE 7
HUMANE SOCIETY
OF JEFFERSON COUNTY
[email protected] • (865) 475-8930
www.humanesocietyjctn.org
Curly
Blossom
Burrr
Jackie
Pepper
Christopher
Toby
Allie
Duke
Jinxy
Hardin Valley
131
162
Michelle Smallwood, DVM
Tina Smith, DVM
Small Animal Medicine,
Surgery, and Grooming
10017 Hardin Valley Road
www.hvah.com • 865-539-6811
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Middlebrook
Pellissippi Pkwy
Hip Dysplasia is a very common disease that affects many breeds of dogs. This disease is caused
by the abnormal development of the hip as the puppy develops and grows. Genetics are the major
contributing factor but trauma or other injuries to the hip can also contribute. Hip Dysplasia leads to
loosening of the hip joints and deformation of the joint. This leads to arthritis, pain and muscle weakness.
www.animalerknoxville.com
(865) 693-4440
Veterinary Surgical Services
located at the Animal Emergency, Critical Care & Referral Center is
the only private Referral Center in this area that offers this
advanced surgical procedure for dogs. If you have a pet that has
Hip Dysplasia, give us a call, schedule a consultation, and let¶s
see if we can help improve your dog¶s quality of life.
The Animal Emergency, Critical Care & Referral Center is located in West Knoxville. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
(865) 693-4440
EAST TENNESSEE P
IT BULL RESCUE
PIT
(865) 202-2520
[email protected]
www
.etnpitbullr
escue.org
www.etnpitbullr
.etnpitbullrescue.org
Captain Kirk is about 4 to 5
years old and is in foster care
with a trainer. His forever family
will be getting a silly, confident,
and social boy. They will benefit
from a training program that is
based on positive reinforcement
and easy to continue.
They do not come finer than
Jedediah! Jed, even when
excited, is nice on leash. This
boy is 1 to 2 years old. He has
the traditional size and the nice tight coat. He likes his crate and
has nice house manners. Jed will chase the frisbee or the ball as
long as you will let him, without becoming wild or hyper. He likes
most other dogs and greets everyone with a wagging tail.
BOST
ON TERRIER RESCUE
BOSTON
(865) 983-3272
[email protected]
bostonterriertn.org
Joanna has black
dots on her white
torso, a smooth
coat, and might be
part Fox Terrier.
She is very laidback. Joanna is a
medium-sized dog
and gets along with most other dogs. She’ll walk around the
cat. Joanna loves kids and would like to play with them all day.
Charlie Rocks is 2½
years old. He was hit by a
car in the past, and now
has only peripheral vision.
Charlie likes being with
people, playing with toys,
and taking walks. He fears
other dogs until he gets to
know them. He is also
afraid of loud storms.
Charlie wants gentle
petting and affection.
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Onyx
UNION COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY
Marley
(865) 992-7969
www.unioncountyhumanesociety.org
[email protected]
Ruffles
Ci-Ci
Nash
Keenan
Howard
Trevor
Grayson
Manito
Annie
Sullivan
Low Cost Spay/Neuter Assistance is
available through the Union County Humane
Society. Call 865-992-7969
Rusty
Sparky
Tabitha
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NOAH’S ARC
(423) 586-2293
www.noahsarc.petfinder.org
[email protected]
Bandit
Carla
Cheyenne
Cosmo
Jabo
Benny
Bristo
Lilly
Jasmine
Harper
Little Momma
Sophie
JUNE 2012 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • PAGE 11
Knoxville Dog Parks
PetSafe Village Dog Park
10424 PetSafe Way
Dogwood Park at Victor Ashe Park
4901 Bradshaw Road
PetSafe Dog Park at Tommy Schumpert Park
Fountain City Road
PetSafe Downtown Dog Park
Corner of Summitt Hill Drive and Central Avenue
PetSafe Dog Park at Charter Doyle Park
Martin Mill Pike in South Knoxville
PREVENT A LITTER . . . FIX YOUR CRITTER!
Reduced Cost Spay/Neuter Resources and Subsidies for Low-Income Citizens
WHY SPAY & NEUTER?
„ SPAYING & NEUTERING SPARES THE LIVES OF
UNWANTED PETS! Only 1 in 9 cats and dogs born in
the U.S. will find a home. The rest will be destroyed
because nobody wants them.
„ SPAYING & NEUTERING CALMS YOUR PET!
Altered animals make more affectionate companions.
Altered animals are less likely to bite because they are
more even-tempered.
„ SPAYING & NEUTERING INCREASES YOUR
PET’S SAFETY! Neutered males are less likely to
roam, run away, or get into fights. Spayed females are
less likely to attract unwanted animals into your yard.
Oak Ridge
Humane Society
381-1550
Union County
Humane Society
992-7969
Grainger County
Humane Society
567-0050
Jefferson County
Humane Society
475-8930
Fix-A-Pet
Spay/Neuter Clinic
579-6738
Sevier County
Humane Society
453-7000
„ SPAYING & NEUTERING EXTENDS YOUR PET’S
LIFE! Altered animals live longer, healthier lives.
Female cats and dogs have reduced risks of uterine,
ovarian, and breast cancers. Male cats and dogs have
reduced risks of prostate cancer and disorders.
„ SPAYING & NEUTERING RESULTS IN A
CLEANER HOME! Neutered cats are less likely to
spray and mark territory. Spaying eliminates carpet
stains from bloody fluid passed
by female dogs during the heat cycle.
Planned
Pethood
Spay/Neuter
Loudon County
AnimalWorks
Clinic
Humane Society Spay/Neuter Clinic
882-9966
671-8654
379-2227
People Promoting
Animal Welfare
Prevent A Litter (PAL) Spay/Neuter
Spay/Neuter Clinic
Mobile Unit
856-7729
423-442-8599
HOME FINANCING
GARY STURM
SR. LOAN OFFICER
(865) 691-8910 x211
Email: [email protected]
www.migonline.com/Gary.Sturm
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(865) 254-6211 • [email protected] • www.wcweimrescue.org
WOLF CREEK
WEIMARANER
RESCUE
Brindle (left) is 5 years old. She is a true love bug! Brindle is great with
other dogs and older children and loves to play and go for car rides. She
is housetrained and knows basic commands.
General Lee (right)
is 6 years old and is
housetrained. He
gets along great with
other dogs.
JUNE 2012 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • PAGE 13
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BLOUNT
COUNT
OUNTY
SOCIETY
(865) 382-7652
[email protected]
www.blountcountyhumanesociety.org
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Sally
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Neda
Taco
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Zoey
Yates
Angel
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Meesha & Lancelot
FERAL FELINE FRIENDS
(865) 406-6980
[email protected]
www.kfcf.petfinder.com
Our Adoption Center in
Turkey Creek Petsmart
is open every day!
Delgato
Bopper
BJ
Sasha
Clara
Sparky, Spencer, & Sophie
Bear
Silky
Kiki
Ashley
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Peppy
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TER ANIMALS
SHELTER
RESCUE GR
OUP
GROUP
IT’S A R-R-RUFF LIFE
Grooming & Boarding
4509 Chapman Highway
Knoxville Tn 37920
865-577-2810
(865) 483-8146
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Marmalade
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We work hard
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• 50% discount on first groom for pets
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• 50% discount for animals in the care of
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• Discounts for new clients, seniors, and
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No matter how little money
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ADOPT A GOLDEN
XVILLE
KNO
KNOXVILLE
(865) 940-0688
adoptagoldenknoxville.org
Posey
Mimi
Chelsea
Maggie
Jake is a 1 year old
Golden. He is energetic
and loves to play, so
another playful dog in the
house would be great for
him. He is working with a
trainer on his manners,
but his energy and
excitement might be too
much for a family with
small children.
Andre is a 5 year old
Golden mix. He is an 80
lb, healthy, sweet, and
goofy boy. Andre does
well on a leash and riding
in a car. He seems OK
with cats, but has not been
observed with dogs.
Andre needs a foster or
foster-to-adopt home
where we can learn more
about him.
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SEVIER COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY
(865) 453-7000 • (865) 429-5552
.petfinder
.org/shelters/TN97.html
www.petfinder
.petfinder.org/shelters/TN97.html
www
[email protected]
Chi Chi is an adult male
Bichon Frise mix.
Mario is a 2 month old male
with short hair.
Epsilon is a 4 month old male
Tabby with short hair.
Tucker is an adult 6 lb. male
Chihuahua mix.
Max is an adult male Spaniel
mix.
Little Bit is an adult female
Calico mix.
Malcom is a 2 year old male
with medium-length hair.
Rhonda is a sweet adult
female Pit Bull Terrier mix.
Larry is a young female Lab
mix that needs a new name.
Gabby is a young female with
medium-length hair.
Conner is an adult male
Tabby with short hair.
Lucy is a 1 year old female
Terrier mix.
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ROANE C
OUNT
Y ANIMAL SHEL
TER
COUNT
OUNTY
SHELTER
Dutch
(865) 354-7387
www.roanecountyanimalshelter.petfinder.com
Flossy
Tara & Toby
Catina
Mattie
Patches
Sabrina
Rosie
GRAINGER COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY
Crickett
(865) 567-0050
[email protected]
www.graingercountyhumanesociety.org
Benji
Jenna
Hank
Lynn Lynn
Diesel
Gideon
Bonita
Alice
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Denton
Mabel’s Weight Loss Journey
Mabel weighed 67 lbs. in December when her family dropped her off at YoungWilliams Animal Center because she was too large for them to care for her. She has
been adopted and is on a special diet and exercise routine. Check out her weightloss chart below. Her goal weight is 25 lbs. She walks 30 minutes per day on an
underwater treadmill at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine.
She needed help getting into the treadmill at first, but was getting in by herself in
March. Her mobility improves with each pound she loses.
A great rule to follow if your pet is overweight: As with people, aim for gradual
weight loss and expect significant improvement to take several months. As you can
see from her weight loss chart below, Mabel is following this rule.
Be sure to check out the information about overweight dogs on page 20.
Mabel at Soldiers Memorial Middle School
Mabel surprised her new mom for Mother’s Day by weighing in at
39.9 lbs. Mabel also visited 7th graders at Soldiers Memorial Middle
School in Claiborne County in May and had her picture taken with
many of the students. Her weight loss story was the inspiration for
part of an assignment for the students. They had to learn about pet
caloric intake and how much to feed their pets in addition to learning
about the nutritional guides of fast food restaurants.
Follow her weight loss story on Facebook at:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mabel/332532756771682
THE STRA
YC
ONNECTION
STRAY
CONNECTION
(865) 671-4564 • [email protected]
www.petfinder.org/shelters/TN265.html
Luigi
Bond
Big Daddy
Sophie
Calliope
Macho &
Mimosa
Maverick
Mario
JUNE 2012 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • PAGE 19
PET OBESITY
(source: www.aspca.org)
Obesity is an extremely common problem in pets and, as with humans, can be detrimental to the health of a dog. The overweight
pet has many added stresses upon his body and is at an increased risk of diabetes, liver problems and joint pain.
1. Obesity develops when energy intake exceeds energy requirements. The excess energy is then stored as fat. The majority of
cases of obesity are related to simple overfeeding coupled with lack of exercise.
2. Certain groups of dogs appear more prone to obesity than others. Specific breeds (Labrador
retrievers and Pugs, for example) and older dogs are particularly prone.
3. As a subjective assessment of body condition, you should be able to feel the backbone and the ribs in
an animal of healthy weight. If you cannot feel your pet’s ribs without pressing, there is too much fat.
4. You should see a noticeable “waist” between the back of the rib cage and the hips when looking at your pet from above.
Viewed from the side, there should be a “tuck” in the tummy—the abdomen should go up from the bottom of the rib cage to
inside the thighs. Dogs who fail these simple tests may be overweight.
Consult your pet’s vet before starting on a weight loss program, which should include items 5, 6, and 7 below:
5. Correct Diet: Overweight animals consume more calories than they require. Work with your veterinarian to determine your
pet’s caloric requirements, select a suitable food and calculate how much to feed. The diet should contain a normal level of a
moderately fermentable fiber and the type of fat that prevents the skin and coat from deteriorating during weight loss.
6. Exercise: Increasing physical activity can be a valuable contributor to both weight loss and maintenance. Regular exercise
burns more calories, reduces appetite, changes body composition and will increase your pet’s resting metabolic rate.
7. Owner Behavior Modification: A successful weight management program requires permanent changes in the behaviors that
have allowed the pet to become overweight. Perhaps you are giving your pet too many treats, for example, or not giving him
enough opportunities to exercise.
8. Are you committed to your pet’s weight loss? Here are some important things you can do:
- Remove the pet from the room when the family eats.
- Feed your pet several small meals throughout the day.
- Feed all meals and treats in the pet’s bowl only.
- Reduce snacks or treats.
- Provide non-food related attention.
Animal Behavior Clinic
College of Veterinary Medicine
University of Tennessee, 2407 River Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996
865-974-8387 (ask for Nelle Wyatt) • [email protected]
Do you need help managing your companion animal’s annoying habits or dangerous behaviors? We are here to provide humane, scientifically based counseling and training. As veterinary
medicine and training experts, we are uniquely qualified to diagnose and treat medical, dietary,
social, and learning issues that may be contributing to problem behaviors. We conduct individual
consultations with you and your animal to address behavior problems such as (but not limited to):
Dogs: separation anxiety, thunderstorm phobias, aggression to people or other animals, OCDs (circling, light/shadow
chasing), jumping, house soiling, hyperactivity, barking, and cognitive decline in geriatric dogs
Cats: house soiling, spraying, scratching, aggression to people or other animals, excessive vocalization, and pica (ingestion
of inedible or inappropriate materials)
Birds: aggression, excessive vocalization, excessive and harmful feather picking, fearful behaviors
Rabbits and other exotic pets: aggression, over-grooming, elimination problems
Horses: aggression, stall behaviors such as cribbing, weaving, or stall walking, and trailer loading problems
Behavior problems of other farm animals such as goats, camelids, sheep and pigs can also be addressed.
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We have over 100 indoor-outdoor runs with heated
floors and full heating and air conditioning. Our caring
and professional staff can always be relied upon to
provide the very best care possible for your pet.
EAST TENNESSEE
BORDER COLLIE RESCUE
Tennessee Australian Shepherd Club
www.bordercollierescuetn.com
ETBCR will be at the following locations with adoptable
dogs & information about Border Collie Rescue:
PetCo
169 Brooklawn St.
Farragut, TN
Sat., June 9, 11 am - 1 pm
June 9 & 10, 2012
(new show dates)
Offering:
4 Conformation Shows
3 Obedience Trials*
4 Rally Trials*
*Obedience and Rally open to all breeds.
Agri Feed Pet Supply
5716 Middlebrook Pike
Knoxville, TN
Sat., June 16, 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
"Like" us on Facebook
www.facebook.com/ETBCR
"Follow" us on Twitter
@etbcr!
Central High Schoolx Knoxville, TN
All Indoors on Mats
All Areas Newly Air Conditioned
Watch the ASCA Calendar of Events for our premium.
Go to www.asca.org to get more information
on rally and obedience.
For Show Information contact Susan Little 865.405.8591
e-mail [email protected]
Show Secretary: Mary Evars-Goan 865.690.4617
Great Raffle! Proceeds Benefit Aussie Rescue.
Watch for our spring and fall agility trials in Chattanooga.
JUNE 2012 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • PAGE 21
SMALL BREED
RESCUE OF EAST
TENNESSEE
(865) 966-6597
(865) 426-3955
www.sbret.com
Jet is an 8 year old 5 lb. male
Chihuahua.
Alvin is a 6 month old
5 lb. male Chihuahua.
Aryanna is a 4 year old 10 lb. Curly Sue is a 6 year old
9 lb. female Chihuahua mix.
female Pekingese.
ARFNETS
www.arfnets.org
Zorro is a very
affecionate 2 year old
with short hair and
unusual markings. He
loves to be held and
give kisses. If interested
in adopting Zorro,
please contact Traci at
865-607-8793 or
[email protected].
Larry is a
7 year old
Chocolate
Lab. He is
a happygo-lucky
dog that
loves life.
He's an
older
gentleman
but still
very
active and
young at
heart. He
needs an active family with a fenced
yard. Larry is looking for a very
special family that will understand his
needs. Larry is affected by a condition
known as Progressive Retinal Atrophy.
He has limited vision currently but is
extremely well adapted. He will likely
go completely blind during his lifetime
but will still have a great quality of life
with the right family to look out for him.
If you are interested in Larry, please
contact Erin at 865-335-7629
[email protected].
Ali is a 1 year 2 month old
Maine Coon/Tortoiseshell
mix. She is a sweet
snuggle bug who loves to
cuddle and play. Ali would
do best as the only cat in a
home. She is good with
dogs and kids. If you are
interested in Ali, please
contact Brian and Jenny at
865-399-0850 (h) or 865675-9621(c) or
[email protected].
Mickey is a 5 ½ year old 5 lb. Emmett is a 6 year old 6 lb.
male Chihuahua.
male Chihuahua.
Fonzie is a 2 year old 7 lb. male Mushu is a 3 ½ year old
8 lb. male Chinese Crested.
Chihuahua/Dachshund mix.
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Simba and Nala are 8 week old
siblings. These little balls of energy
are bonded with each other as
brother and sister and need to be
adopted together. If you are
interested in these kittens, contact
Brian and Jenny at 865-399-0850
or 865-675-9621 or
[email protected].
Sookie is a 4 week old
Boxer/Bull Terrier mix.
She enjoys attention and
playing with other dogs
and cats. If you are
interested in Sookie,
please contact Therese
at 865-748-8381 or
[email protected].
NE
WPOR
T ANIMAL SHEL
TER
NEWPOR
WPORT
SHELTER
Tinker
Sarah
(423) 623-1010 • [email protected]
www.petfinder.com/shelters/TN142.html
Pugg
Peanut
McKenzie
Sadie
Lassie
Maverick
Slugger
Boomer
The American College of Veterinary
Surgeons (ACVS) certifies veterinarians as
specialists in surgery. When your dog or cat
needs advanced surgery, they depend on
you to find a veterinarian with sufficient
experience and training to perform that
surgery. A Board-Certified ACVS Surgeon
provides unconditional reassurance of
advanced training and expertise…giving
you the confidence that your pet is in the
best hands.
www.acvs.org
Ask your veterinarian for a referral to a
Board-Certified ACVS Veterinary Surgeon.
LeeAnn Blackford, DVM
ACVS Veterinary Surgeon
1505 Bob Kirby Road
Knoxville TN 37931
(865) 670-9185
[email protected]
JUNE 2012 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • PAGE 23
(865) 215-6599
3201 Division St, Knoxville, TN 37919
www.young-williams.org
Aurora
Fluffy Britches
Abby
Eddie
Dara
Clarice
Jasper
Bruce
Benji
Carlton
Coco
Izzy
Chris
Jason
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Photography by
Cody Nations
www.wildnations.com
HUMANE SOCIETY
OF ROANE COUNTY
865-376-2474 • [email protected]
www.petfinder.org/shelters/TN391.html
Antonio & Bandit
Smudge
Princess
Streak
Brandy
Salley
PEOPLE PR
OMO
TING
PROMO
OMOTING
ARE (PP
AW )
WELFARE
(PPA
ANIMAL WELF
(865) 856-7729 • [email protected]
www
.ppawspayneuter
clinic.org
www.ppawspayneuter
.ppawspayneuterclinic.org
Squirrel
was found
in a cat
colony so
he has an
eartip,
which
identified
him as
part of his
colony. He
was a shy
guy who
has rapidly come out of his shell. He
does well with other clinic cats. He
seems to tolerate dogs as well. He
probably would do best in a home
without children.
Traveller is a long-haired
Ragdoll/Siamese with Seal
Point markings. She is
about 2 years old.
Tuxie is a 1 year old long-haired
Tuxedo male. He's quite the ham! He's
very loving and sweet. He lives with
several other cats and a small dog. If
you would like to meet Tuxie, please
contact Kimber at
[email protected].
Allergy and Dermatology Clinic
(800) 621-1370
itchnot.com
specializing in Allergy Skin Testing and Desensitization Vaccine Therapy
treat the CAUSE of the itch . . . .
JUNE 2012 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • PAGE 25
LOUDON COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER
(865) 458-5593 • [email protected]
www.petfinder.org/shelters/TN144.html
Cammo
Joker
Porkchop
Sephora
Fuzzy, Buzzy, Beauty, and Frankie
Minnie Me
Hennessy and Vella
TENNESSEE VALLEY
GOLDEN RETRIEVER RESCUE
(865) 558-3100 • www.tvgrr.com
[email protected]
Van Gogh (right) is a very sweet 4
year old boy. He loves being with his
people. He's missing an ear and has
some hearing loss, so must have had
some trauma. He's very smart and is
housetrained. He loves to go hiking
and play ball. If you want a happy-golucky guy -- Van Gogh is your man!
ANIMAL
WORKS
ANIMALW
(865) 379-2227
www.petfinder.com/
shelters/TN115.html
Joey is a beautiful 3 year old
boy who needs a foster home.
We believe he may be partially
or totally deaf. He deserves a
good, loving home.
Charley brings great joy to his
foster family. He wants nothing more
than to be near people. He has a
playful personality and loves to
please. Charley loves adults but
tends to get nervous around young
children.
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Abby is a gorgeous Torbie
colored kitten. She is friendly
and cuddly. Abby was raised
with other cats and dogs and
would love to be adopted with
one of her brothers or sisters.
Cheyanne is a small Australian
Shepherd. She has a beautiful
thick coat and blue eyes. She is
shy, laid-back, and easygoing.
Of course she is also extremely
intelligent.
Bailey is a sweet cat who is still
young enough to want to play
with kittens and act silly. She is
a beautiful cat and has the
typical feisty Tortie/Calico
personality.
SIAMESE RESCUE
GOT CATS?
[email protected]
www.siameserescue.org
865-335-7903
Scratch N Perch Cat Furniture
makes quality products at an
affordable price.
Scratching posts to
Multi -level Towers.
Cat Tested and
Approved.
Precious is a 10 year old girl
who just moved into her foster
home. She is still getting used to
her new surroundings, but she is
a laid-back girl and is adjusting
well. Precious is in good health
and has lots of love left to give
someone. She needs to live in a
home where she is the only kitty.
Special price on
tower at left: $99!
Elton (left) is a 7 year old
Seal Point Siamese boy
who was rescued from the
streets. He loves to cuddle
and sit on laps. He gets
along with humans, other
cats, and even dogs.
Ask for additional photos / prices at:
[email protected] or (865) 924-6158
GRREA
T DOG RESCUE
GRREAT
865-579-0260
[email protected]
www.grreatdogrescue.com
Bridgette is a 5 to 6 year old
Standard Poodle. She's an
alpha personality and is an
incredibly sweet & affectionate
dog. She loves people, but she
doesn't do well with smaller dogs
or cats and would prefer to be
an only dog.
Bella is an energetic 2 year
old black Lab/Greyhound
mix. She is all legs. She is a
very sweet dog who loves
to run and play. She would
be a perfect match for an
active family or individual.
Bella loves to play with other
dogs and fetch a tennis ball.
Bella is housetrained and
crate-trained.
Zack is a super sweet 3 to
4 year old black Lab. He
was rescued out of a
animal shelter. He loves to
be with you. Zack is really
smart and has learned a
few commands. He gets
along with dogs really
well. He is totally
housetrained and will
whine when he needs to
go out.
Bailey desperately would like
to find a forever home.
Although she is 10 years old,
she is full of life and is so sweet
to everyone she meets. She is
housetrained. Her owner
passed away suddenly, so she
needs a new home. She
appears to be possibly a
Catahoula mix.
Sally is a 6 to 7 year old
Dachshund mix (probably with
a Feist) that really looks like a
tiny German Shepherd. She
weighs about 12 pounds and
has a loving, sweet personality.
Sally lost her home when her
mom moved to an assisted
living facility. She adjusted
quickly to her new foster home.
JUNE 2012 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • PAGE 27
Nine County Animal Shelter Directory
Anderson County is served by:
Oak Ridge Animal Shelter
Address:
Phone:
Hours:
Website:
395 Belgrade Road, Oak Ridge 37830
865-425-3423
Tues.-Sat. 11am-6pm
www.cortn.org/animal-shelter
www.petfinder.com/shelters/TN53.html
Animal Control: During business hours, call the
shelter. Otherwise, call 865-524-4399.
Blount County Animal Center
Address: 233 Currie Ave. Maryville 37804
Phone: 865-980-6244
Hours: Tues.-Fri. 11am-6:00pm;
10am-2pm Sat. (adoptions only)
Website: blounttn.org/animal/
Animal Control: 865-980-6244
Maryville Animal Shelter (not pictured)
Address: 426 Home Ave. Maryville 37801
Phone: 865-681-2241
Hours:
1-4:30 M-F; 10-1 Sat.
Animal Control: 865-681-2241
Humane Society of Jefferson County
Address: 310 Landfill Rd. Jefferson City, TN 37760
Phone: 865-475-8930
Hours:
Mon.-Fri. 12pm-5pm; Sat. 12-4
Closed Sun.
humanesocietyjctn.org
Website: www.humanesocietyjctn.org
Animal Control: 865-475-2002 or 865-475-6855
Knox County is served by:
Young-Williams Animal Center
Address: 3201 Division Street, Knoxville 37919
Phone: 865-215-6599
Every day, 12pm-6pm
Hours:
Website: www.knoxpets.org
Animal Control
City of Knoxville: 865-215-7457
Knox County: 865-215-2444
Young-Williams Animal Village (Satellite)
Address: 6400 Kingston Pike
Phone: 865-215-6599
Every day, 12pm-6pm
Hours:
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Loudon County Animal Shelter
Address:
Phone:
Hours:
Website:
250 Jamie Dr., Loudon 37774
865-458-5593
9am-5pm Mon.-Fri., 9am-1pm Sat.
www.petfinder.org/shelters/
TN144.html
Animal Control: 865-458-5593
Roane County Animal Shelter
Address: 296 Manufacturers Rd.
Rockwood 37854
Phone: 865-354-7387
Hours: 10-4 Tues.-Sat.
Website: roanecountyanimalshelter.petfinder.com
Animal Control: 865-354-7387
Sevier County Humane Society
Address: 959 Gnatty Branch Rd.,
Sevierville 37876
Phone: 865-453-7000
Hours: Tues.-Sat. 12pm-5pm
Website: www.sevierhumane.org
www.petfinder.org/shelters/TN97.html
Animal Control: County Sheriff’s Office
Union County Humane Society
Address: 719 Hickory Star Rd.
Maynardville 37807
Phone:
Dunstan 865-992-7969
Claire
Mon.-Sat. 10am-4pm
Hours:
Website: www.unioncountyhumanesociety.org
www.petfinder.org/shelters/TN107.html
Animal Control: Sheriff’s Office 865-992-5212
JUNE 2012 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • PAGE 29
GRE
YHOUND P
ET
S OF AMERICA Tennessee Chapter
GREYHOUND
PET
ETS
(865) 671-2749
[email protected]
www.gpatn.org
CJ (right) is a 3 year old petite female. She has a
terrific personality and is enthusiastic, once she
understands something. She has mastered stairs
and loves squeaky toys. CJ is a quick learner,
inquisitive, and affectionate.
Gretel (left) is 2½ years old with a wonderful
personality and a quirky tilt to her head and
ears. She weighs about 60 lbs. An old fracture
of her right rear lower leg slows her down on
the stairs a bit, but not much else!
DACHSHUND RESCUE
of East Tennessee
HUMANE SOCIET
Y OF THE
SOCIETY
TENNESSEE VALLE
Y
ALLEY
(865) 671-9597 • [email protected]
www.drwp.net/tennessee.html
ADOPT-A-PET 6720 Kingston Pike (atop Bearden Hill)
(865) 584-0496 • www.humanesocietytennessee.com
Patti and Simeon are both about 10 years young. Patti is a
small black & tan female Chihuahua-Dachshund mix, and
Simeon is a red 15 lb. male.
Dominique is a 2 year old
Terrier mix with unique
markings.
If you want a Dachshund
that you can carry in
your purse, Bitsy is the
one for you. She’s big on
personality but small in
size. What a gem. She
gets along fine with other
dogs and likes nothing
better than to sit in your
lap while you watch TV
or read. She loves sleeping in a doggie bed in the bedroom at
night or in the big bed.
A Rabies Tag can be a ticket home.
If you have found a lost cat or dog, and
they have a Rabies tag on their collar, you
can help the animal find their way home.
Simply call Tennessee’s General Environmental
Health Office at 615-741-7206. Give them the
rabies tag number, and they can provide you with
the correct county phone number for the veterinarian to whom the tag was issued.
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Joey is a beautiful 9 week old
kitten with long hair.
Garfield is an affection 9 week Leah is a beautiful 7 week old
Labrador Retriever mix.
old kitten with short hair.
NINE-COUNTY SHELTER STATISTICS
Incoming
Animal
Control
Public
Rehomed
Total Adopted Rescued Reclaimed Total Medical Behavioral Space Total
3784
874
152
149
2379
1163
407
106
3674
603
622
146
14996
3410
588
1764
Loudon 2011
2352
537
718
187
Roane 2010
2843
Sevier 2011
4217
469
490
166
Union 2010
3050
Anderson 2011
Blount 2011
Grainger
192
2187
1175
(30%)
1676
(73%)
327
186
99
2609
(70%)
612
(27%)
no shelter
Jefferson 2011
Knox 2011
Euthanized
7070
7926
Interpreting Shelter Statistics
The shelter statistics summary that has been printed in Critter for
many years -- Total Incoming, Total Rehomed, Total Euthanized
-- hide the true constraints under which shelters operate. The
expanded summary above is intended to give you more insight
into the numbers.
In particular, the reasons that animals are euthanized can be
better understood in the presentation of statistics above.
Medical Reasons for Euthanasia
The medical reasons that animals are euthanized may include
disease, injury, congenital conditions, or other conditions caused
by severe neglect. Examples of severe conditions for medical
euthanasia include Parvo, Sarcoptic Mange, Heartworm
disease, Ringworm, Feline Leukemia, Renal Failure, and
Cancer. Examples of less severe conditions include dental
disease, diabetes, seizure disorders, Demodectic Mange,
chronic diarrhea, and other conditions for which treatment may
be lengthy and expensive.
One might assume that the severe illnesses and conditions are in
the minority, and the less severe conditions in the majority.
Unfortunately, this is not the case. At Young-Williams Animal
Center, for example, 64% of the animals euthanized in 2011 for
medical reasons had untreatable conditions.
Behavioral Reasons for Euthanasia
1371
(37%)
5762
(38%)
1442
(61%)
811
(29%)
1125
(22%)
777
(27%)
5164
3489
634
1902
1082
80
2303
(63%)
9287
(62%)
910
(39%)
2031
(71%)
3064
(78%)
2123
(73%)
Again, one might think that severe behavioral problems are the
exception, and mild problems more common. Not so. Drawing
again on experience at Young-Williams Animal Center in 2011,
77% of the animals euthanized for behavioral reasons had
conditions that rendered them unsafe and unadoptable without
long-term, expensive intervention.
Euthanasia for Space
Euthanasia performed strictlly because a shelter facility is out of
space is the category that everyone wants to eliminate as soon
as humanly possible. This category pertains to healthy,
adoptable animals that have nowhere to go. Their deaths are
upsetting to everyone, most of all to shelter employees themselves.
At Blount County Animal Center, 99 of 2,379 animals -- 4% -were healthy, of good temperament, yet euthanized for space.
At Young-Williams Animal Center, 634 of 14,996 animals -- 4% -were healthy, of good temperament, yet euthanized for space.
At Sevier County Humane Society, 80 of 4,217 animals -- 2% -were healthy, of good temperament, yet euthanized for space.
Euthanasia for space is close to being eliminated due to the
tremendous efforts of shelter employees, volunteers, and
generous donors who are helping spay and neuter animals,
promote adoption, and transport animals to northern destinations
where homes are available.
Behavioral reasons for euthanasia may include biting, aggression toward people, aggression toward other animals, separation anxiety, lack of socialization, and neurotic symptoms of longterm social isolation such as pacing, extreme fearfulness, or
depression.
JUNE 2012 • CRITTER MAGAZINE • PAGE 31
OAK RIDGE ANIMAL SHEL
TER
SHELTER
Peek and Boo
865-425-3423
[email protected]
www.petfinder.com/shelters/TN53.html
Jackson
Candy
Amos
Chester
Nancy
Liza
Miss Lucy
Buffy
Bridgett
Zak
KNOXVILLE
GUINEA PIG RESCUE
865-947-3441
www.petfinder.org/shelters/
TN82.html
[email protected]
Chong and Marley
Agri Feed Pet Supply WEEKEND ADOPTATHONS
Sat. June 2
Sat. June 2
Sat. June 16
Sat. June 16
Sat. June 23
5716 Middlebrook Pike 584.3959
agrifeedpetsupply.com
Peaceful Kingdom
PO Box 16630
Knoxville, TN 37996
10-1
1:30-4:30
12-2
2:30-4:30
10:30-1
Golden Retrievers
Noah’s Arc
Greyhounds
Basset Hounds
Border Collies
Every day: Rescued Kitties, Guinea Pigs, and Rabbits