August 2013 The Uncommon Dog Unleashes Hot Products to Keep

August 2013
For People Everywhere Who Love To Pamper Their Pets
The Uncommon Dog
Unleashes Hot Products
to Keep Canines Cool and
Comfortable During the
Dog Days of Summer!
the hottest summer days. Recirculated air is constantly being
filtered, cleaned and dehumidified.
Price: $499.99.
K-9 Koolee Pop-up Canopy Shelter
This is the ultimate portable pet
cooling and shelter system designed so that you can take your
dog with you everywhere. Providing
Did you know that dogs cannot cool shelter from the sun and cooling
themselves through sweat like hufrom the heat, the K9 Koolee remans? They pant to cool off and
quires no electricity or batteries to
have small sweat glands in their
keep your dog cool. Simply soak the
paws, but that leaves them vulnera- polymer inserts in water, put in the
ble to hot temperatures. That's why fridge, and you're ready for your
it's especially important for dog lov- outing. Starting at $103.88
ers to make sure their canine kid
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drated. Heatstroke is serious and
Pet Bed
can lead to brain and organ damWith the innovative Canine Cooler®
age, heart failure and even death.
Brand Thermoregulating Pet Bed,
There are many products on the
dogs can enjoy the ultimate comfort
market today designed to keep your and the coolest, softest spot in the
dog cool during the hot summer
house this summer. Cushy and cool
months. Below is a list of the best
while remaining dry due to the pafrom the Internet's premier shopping tented Soothsoft® Comfort Technolsite for dog lovers, The Uncommon ogy. This memory foam comfort bed
Dog.
soothes using water, not electricity,
to conform to each pet. MainteClimate Right Dog House Air Condi- nance-free, easily wipes clean, and
tioner
does not allow fleas or ticks to penClimateRight™ is a sensible small
etrate it. Starting at: $52.98
and portable air conditioner. This
product is made for outdoor dog
Gel-Pedic Thermo Regulating Ortho
houses. It helps prevent heat
Pet Bed
stress / heat stroke and purifies air The Gel-Pedic Pet Bed is naturally
and dehumidifies. ClimateRight™
thermo regulating -- cooling your pet
lets you affordably control the envi- in warm temperatures (and warming
ronment in your pet's dwelling on
your pet in cold weather). The prop-
erties of the Gel Foam regulate your
dog's temperature with the Gel
Foam pulling the heat from your
best friend. Plus, the Gel Foam
molds to your pet's body contours to
relieve pressure that can cause pain
and discomfort. Starting at: $62.41
The Kuranda Poly Resin Chew
Proof Bed is a perfectly cool choice
for the destructive dog. This patented chew proof bed features orthopedic support and comfort with its
furniture-grade poly resin frame that
allows air to circulate all around
your dog, much like a hammock. A
medium-sized Kuranda bed
runs $84.44.
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Canine Influenza
Charles Hurty, DVM
Grove Veterinary Clinic
Newport, Oregon
Canine Influenza, or Canine Flu,
is a true flu virus (subtype N3N8)
that causes respiratory infection in
dogs. It is believed that this virus
jumped species, originating in horses and becoming a disease-causing
organism in dogs. This disease has
not been prominent in Oregon, but
the veterinary community has been
monitoring for this disease in Oregon for several years. Recently,
there were two confirmed cases of
canine influenza/flu at a humane
society shelter in the Salem, Oregon area. Because of this recent
occurrence, I felt it important to
write about this disease this month.
While still uncommon in Oregon, it
is important for Oregon dog owners
to know about this disease and to
realize that there is a vaccine available to protect your canine companions.
Canine Flu is an airborne disease,
much like kennel cough disease.
The flu virus can travel in droplets
from a cough or sneeze and can be
transmitted by contact with contaminated objects, such as a chew toy,
a communal bathtub, even clothing.
There are certain situations that will
increase your dog’s risk of contacting this disease: These situations
or activities include boarding, attending doggie day care, going to a
dog park, going to a grooming facility, or attending a dog show. Humans, horses, and cats cannot
catch the canine flu.
The symptoms of the canine flu
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are similar to kennel cough. Coughing and sneezing are the most common symptoms. Most dogs infected
with this virus will experience a persistent cough that may last as long
as three weeks and may experience
a yellow/green nasal discharge.
While most dogs will be sickened
with a mild form of the disease,
there are some dogs that may experience a more serious form of canine flu. These dogs often have
their disease complicated by a lung
infection or pneumonia. If left untreated, the severe form of the disease can be fatal. Any dog that is
exhibiting a cough should be evaluated by your veterinarian. If influenza is suspected, appropriate supportive care and medications will be
prescribed to make your dog feel
better.
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can have eye clearance exams performed by a board certified veterinary ophthalmologist to determine
Sarah Maxwell DVM,
whether they have any inherited eye
diseases. They might pass the exMS diplomate ACVO
amination with "normal" results or
be given a "breeder option" if something minor like a hair growing from
the eyelid margin is noted. Occasionally, dogs will "fail" the
examination and will not qualify for
a CERF certificate. There are also
genetic tests that are being developed to identify specific eye diseases from cell samples (like Optigen
Due to selective breeding of dogs
http://www.optigen.com/). Because
for particular traits, sometimes other these tests are patented, there are
genetic characteristics are carried
specific laboratories that test for difalong. For example, if a male dog
ferent conditions.
happens to be a carrier for cataracts
and he is bred extensively, then in
CERF has tabulated the data for
generations to come, as his proge- each of the breeds and assesses
ny start to be bred together, there
each year for an increased inciwill be an increase in the number of dence of disease within any given
dogs with cataracts in this breed.
breed.
Genetic Eye Problems
in Dogs
dence of "Collie Eye Anomaly
(CEA)" was high enough that
I could usually find something in the
eye of Collies presenting for routine
physicals to show the students rotating through our service. Twenty
five
years later I see far more Collies
without CEA and those that have
the condition tend to have less severe forms.
Some breeds have a higher incidence of congenital (present at
birth) eye conditions. Often breeders of these dogs will bring the litter
in for "eye checks." I love the puppy breath!
Sarah Maxwell graduated from
UCDavis with her DVM in 1986.
She completed her residency in
ophthalmology at KSU in 1991 and
became board certified the same
year. She currently resides in Corvallis and sees patients at Eastgate
The Canine Eye Registration Foun- The goal of reduction of eye disVeterinary Clinic in Corvallis and
dation (CERF) was established to
ease has clearly been seen in the
Oregon Veterinary Referral
try and lower the incidence of eye
Collie. When I started my journey as Associates in Springfield.
disease in purebred dogs
a resident in the late 1980's at
(http://web.vmdb.org/home/). Dogs Kanasas State University, the inci----- “The Uncommon Dog”
Continued from page 1
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He stood guard, a sentinel on
alert. In time, he looked at Esther;
then wagged his tail, signaling that
the crisis had passed. Even so, he remained wary until they descended the
mountain, leaving the predator behind.
The incident on the trail
showed the careful breeding which
had destined this German shepherd
for police and service work. Roscoe
lost his marketability, however, when
one ear became mutilated in a dog
squabble. Lana, his breeder, recognizing his tough, but tender disposition recommended him to Esther,
whose energetic youngsters would
welcome him as a family pet.
Despite his imposing size,
Roscoe’s bent ear and “grin” endeared him to the children. Eightyear-old Chloe treated him as a plaything, subjecting him to being
dressed as a knight, and being tucked
in with stuffed animals. Aidan’s
wrestling with him prompted Esther
to describe Roscoe as a “nine-yearold boy in a dog’s body.”
Suddenly, one day Aidan lay
still. A leap from playground equipment fractured both bones in his forearm, requiring surgery. Following the
operation, he returned home, dazed
and subdued from the anesthetic.
“Do we dare let Roscoe in to
see him?” Esther asked Chris, her
husband. “He might pounce all over
Aidan.” They opted to bring Roscoe
into the house, but to monitor him if
needed. The German shepherd padded into the room, sniffed around Aidan’s quiet form, then stretched out
beside him. Throughout the night, the
furry guardian kept vigil with his
head at Aidan’s feet. Once again,
Roscoe’s instincts had guided him.
The next day Aidan’s bravado returned, but boisterous activity was
prohibited until a cast was in place.
As a guard against danger or
as a comforting presence, Roscoe
demonstrated that his breeding as a
service dog had produced an excellent family pet—tough, but tender.
your companion’s specific risk factors (travel, boarding, day care, etc.)
with your veterinarian to determine
There is a canine flu vaccine availa- whether vaccination against canine
flu is appropriate. It may not be a
ble. Initially, this vaccine requires
two shots, given 2 to 4 weeks apart. necessary vaccine for some dogs,
After the initial series, the vaccine is especially if your dog’s lifestyle
given annually. It is best to discuss does not put him/her at risk for the
disease. The Bordetella, or kennel
cough, vaccine does not protect
your dog against canine influenza.
Additionally, the Parainfluenza vaccine (this is one of the “Ps” in DHPP
vaccine) does not protect your dog
against canine influenza.
Tough and Tender
By Sharon Hewitt
A growl rumbled in the quiet
of the morning. Roscoe, Esther’s
German shepherd, moved in front of
her, blocking the path. Pushing his
body against hers, he forced her to
step back. With hair bristling, he continued growling.
“Roscoe, what is it?” Esther
questioned. In response, he barked a
warning and investigated the air with
one deep sniff after another.
“This is cougar country,”
whispered her companion. “I never
like to be alone on this trail.” A sense
of foreboding hung over them as they
surveyed the terrain. Outcroppings
towered on both sides like a roofless
tunnel. Earlier, as they ascended
higher on the mountain, Roscoe
stopped frolicking into the grasses in
search of animal scents. He hovered
close instead. At times he positioned
himself in front of them and only
edged forward at their urging. Now
no one questioned his decision; his
role as protector prevailed over his
owner’s authority.
---- “Canine Influenza”
Continued from Page 2
© Sharon Hewitt
March, 2013
Jami Peterson, Executive Director
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Good things come in small packages like our girl Beth. This
sweet girl is a 2-year-old Chihuahua/terrier mix who loves to
be with her people. She also
loves car rides so would make a
great traveling companion
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This little guy is ready to find his
FUR-ever home today! Izzy is a 6
-year-old Dachshund mix who
recently joined us from another
shelter. We don’t know his life
story but we do know that he’s a
sweet and mellow dog who
would prefer a quiet home. Izzy
does get along well with other
small dogs.
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Beautiful Bella is ready to find
her FUR-ever home today! Bella
is a sweet and well-mannered 7year-old Rhodesian Ridgeback
mix. This lovely girl enjoys attention and belly rubs! She is
gentle with children, housebroken and, while she tolerates other dogs and cats, Bella would
like prefer to be the only furry
friend in your life.
Over the age of 60? Adopt a pet over the
age of 5, like Bella and Izzy, and get half
off the adoption fee.
Summer activities for
you and your pet
Who doesn’t love summer? That time of year
where the sun shines down and dries out us
Oregonians who have been rained on for what
seems like nine consecutive months! And it’s
the perfect time to get outdoors with your pet.
Here are a few ideas of pet-friendly activities
that you and your pet can enjoy this summer:
1. Pool time! Get a kiddie pool for your dog to
help him cool off on hot summer days! And
make it a pool party by inviting over a few of
his closest friends. While the pooches cool off,
enjoy a BBQ with friends.
2. Living in the Willamette Valley means access to gorgeous parks and hiking trails. Take
your dog to play at the park or organize a hike
that will fit your dog’s skill and endurance
level.
3. Go camping!
4. Many dogs love the water. Hit the river for
an afternoon of swimming. If you’re boating,
we encourage you to consider getting your
four-legged friend a canine life jacket.
5. Take an obedience class or enroll your dog
in agility or other specialty class. This a great
way to bond with your pet and teach them
something new. Visit our website at safehavenhumane.org for upcoming class info.
6. Take a walk. Whether it’s early in the morning or a late summer evening when it’s cooled
down a bit, taking a walk with your pet isn’t
only good for your health but their health as
well! Be sure to leash up!
7. Road trip! Take your pet with you on a scenic car ride with the windows (partially)
down. If your dog loves to stick her head out
the window, consider getting her “doggles,”
which are canine goggles designed to protect
eyes and shield from the sun as well.
SafeHaven Humane Society is located at 33071 Hwy 34
SE in Albany (just 1/4 mile west of I-5). We are open
Tuesday through Friday from noon to 6 p.m.
and weekends and Mondays from noon to 5 p.m. You
can also see all of our adoptable animals online at
safehavenhumane.org
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Fetch is a sweet, senior Lab who still has plenty of energy to keep up with an active family. Fetch is very
affectionate, loving, and motivated to please her people. Fetch would love to go to a home with other dogs.
If you are in the market for a devoted, sweet, senior dog, Fetch may be the right girl for you!
The fee to adopt Fetch is only $55.00!
Lucy is a sweet, loving cat who just wants to tell you all about it! When you come home from a long day of
work, Miss Lucy will talk your ear off about how much she loves you. Don't worry, she's a great listener
too! If you are looking for a fantastic kitty to love you unconditionally and tell you how important you are
every day, please ask to meet Lucy!
Sweetie:
Her name really says it all! This sweet senior gal comes from a pampered background of regular vet care
and lots of love. This is what she is hoping for from a new home. Sweetie is an all around great cat; quiet,
clean, affectionate, and still a bit spunky for an older gal. If you are looking to add a senior cat to your
household, and enjoy long, luxurious coats, please come in and meet Sweetie!
Serenity is a beautiful lady who is middle aged, affectionate, and a playful gal
who just wants to be a normal dog. Serenity is extremely loyal and attentive dog
who loves to lounge in the sun! If you are looking for a sweet, obedient, cuddly,
and playful dog to join your family, come meet Serenity!
Only $75.00 to adopt her!
*All adoption candidates have been spayed/
neutered, vaccinated, micro chipped, flea treated
and wormed! Adoptions include a free veterinary
visit, one year license, and a bag of food from Feed
Corral on Hwy 101. Don't forget, we offer trial
adoptions and you may call or email to place an animal on hold for 24 hours. You may reach us at
-265-6610 x 6 or [email protected].
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