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By Marilyn Marks
Owner of The Good Dog Spot! in Bloomfield
O
ne of my biggest challenges as a dog trainer is getting
people to understand what a trained dog is; what
expectations to have for their dog. Everyone wants
Lassie: never strays, is gentle with all living things, understands
English, especially the part about not stealing food well within
reach, able to defend family and property without actually
harming any one and only when really needed (not from the
mail carrier).
Oh, and they want all that with little or no effort.
Another standard is offered by police and service dogs.
They walk at heel, hanging on their handler’s every word. They
are calm when the handler is inactive and hard-working when
needed. Who wouldn’t want that – in their kid and their
employees, let alone their dog?!? But don’t forget, these dogs
get hours of professional training. And notice that the person
is called the "handler" not the "owner;" it’s a job and a
responsibility to work the dog. Did you know that even when
dogs are specifically bred for the job, only some of them end
up making good working dogs? It’s also not uncommon for
service dogs to have to come in for "repairs" when their
responsiveness breaks down.
And you want your Pound Puppy to do what? (Not that we
don’t love our Pound Puppies!) This isn’t to say the average
dog can’t be well trained, but it is to say your dog is probably
behaving fairly well for the amount of work you put in.
People often call for obedience classes because their dog
is jumping on guests, stealing food from the counter, running
with shoes, etc. What? Do they think the word "sit" is going to
control all that running amok? The answer isn’t to run around
saying "sit!" "down!" "off!" "come!" when the dog does
something wrong, it’s to get the dog to stop jumping,
stealing, and running off in the first place. This
requires
more
than
obedience
to
commands.
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IN THIS ISSUE
Against Puppy Mills ..............Page 6
News Briefs ..........................Page 6
Animal’s Perspective..............Page 8
Guide to Birdhouses ............Page 11
Top Toys for Ferrets..............Page 13
Pet Horoscopes ..................Page 14
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Calendar ............................Page 18
Adoptions............................Page 20
Kids Corner ........................Page 21
Marketplace ........................Page 22
Vol. 5 • No. 4 • APRIL 2009
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11:15 a.m. . . . . Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation obstacle course demonstration
11:35 p.m. . . . . Contest – Tail Wagger
12:00 p.m. . . . . Oulundsen’s Tae Kwon Do Demonstration
12:45 p.m. . . . . Contest – Best Trick
1:30 p.m. . . . . . Contest – Musical Sit
2:00 p.m. . . . . . DAWGS (K-9 search and rescue team)– Air scent dog demonstration
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trainer’s standards, there is not a solid foundation between owner (handler) and dog.
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that she has worked hard at it but her 12 year old son continues to play rough with
the dog. She is pretty upset at having a dog that continues to get excited at the
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HOW MUCH IS THAT
DOGGIE IN THE WINDOW?
F
ar too many consumers find out the
hard way that the cute little puppy
they purchased at the local pet
store is, in fact, very sick and in need of
costly veterinary care from the moment
they bring it home. And tragically, in
spite of heroic and expensive efforts to
save them, the puppies are often too ill
to survive.
The Westport Coalition against Puppy
Mills is seeking volunteers to help launch
a new service to assist consumers with
complaints against pet stores and internet puppy suppliers.
The Coalition is a concerned group
of community volunteers who are committed to raising awareness about
puppy mills, their inhumane treatment of
dogs and the direct connection to local
pet stores in Connecticut. The Coalition
collects data and conducts research
and is dedicated to educating consumers so they can make informed decisions regarding the health and welfare
of the puppies they purchase.
The Coalition is aware of approximately 100 cases in Connecticut where
sick puppies have been purchased
from local pet stores. Currently, there is
no effective means for consumers to
report these problems and there is no
agency dedicated to handling complaints against pet store abuses.
The data collected by the Coalition
against Puppy Mills indicates that the
problem is indeed widespread, yet current laws do little to protect consumers
and puppies.
The Connecticut "lemon law" for
puppies is one of the weakest in the
nation and allows for reimbursement of
only $200 to consumers for veterinary
bills but only if you return the puppy
which most people won’t do. Yet consumers routinely spend thousands of
dollars on veterinary care for the sick
puppies they buy at pet stores. The
Coalition is working on passage of two
key legislative bills this session, SB 499 to
strengthen the puppy lemon law and
SB 856 to require pet shops to advertise
the origin of the puppies they sell.
Volunteers are needed to help ensure
these bills pass to help puppies and the
consumers that buy them.
"It is clear that people with a sick
puppy and mounting vet bills don’t know
what to do," said Allison Allen, a founding
member of the Coalition against Puppy
Mills. "Consumers mistakenly assume that
their situation is unique. They don’t
understand that this is all too typical of
puppies that have come from puppy
mills and have been sold commercially
at pet stores. Often pet owners are grief
stricken and do nothing," said Ms. Allen.
"Unfortunately, doing nothing enables
the pet stores to continue to sell sick puppies to unsuspecting consumers."
If you would like to volunteer or if you
are have a problem with a puppy purchased at a pet store, contact the
Coalition at 203-858-4194 or visit their
website at savepuppymilldogs.com. ■
PETS PRESS NEWS BRIEFS
FIRST ANNUAL
DURHAM PET FAIR
The First Annual Durham Pet Fair is jointly organized by Durham
Veterinary Hospital and Help Willy's Friends. This event will be held at
The Durham Veterinary Hospital, located at 178 Parmalee Hill Road
on Sunday, May 17th from 11:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m.
This family-oriented event will feature local merchants and adoptable pets. There will be Live Music, Wine Tasting and a Silent Auction
as well as hot dogs, hamburgers, drinks and Free Kettle Korn.
Children's activities will include a DJ, Face Painting, Touch-a-Truck, Fun
House, a State Police K-9 Demonstration, a Pet Agility Course and
much more.
For those attendees that bring their pets, The Durham Veterinary
Hospital will provide microchipping at a nominal fee of $35.00. We will
also feature Free Nail Clipping, Free Pet Photos, Pet Reiki and a Pet
Psychic!
If you represent an animal shelter or a rescue organization and
would like to be part of this Super Pet Adoption Day, please visit
www.durhampetfair.com and complete the appropriate application
form and respond no later than April 18th. Or please feel free to
email them at [email protected] for more information.
If you wish to make a donation to their cause, or donate an item
to be auctioned at this event, please send us an email or refer to our
website www.durhampetfair.com. ■
SECOND ACTS DONATES FUNDS TO
RESCUE GROUPS IN ALL 50 STATES
INITIAL GOAL ACHIEVED IN LESS THAN A YEAR
Second Acts, a local non-profit fundraising organization that distributes 100% of all
donations received to small, volunteer-run animal rescue groups nationwide, has
achieved its initial goal of covering the entire United States following its incorporation
in 2008. A majority of the fundraising was derived from the community and the organization’s participation at local fairs, festivals and farmer’s markets.
"The response we have received from concerned citizens has been so supportive
and enthusiastic," said Michael Brown, the Founder and CEO of Second Acts. "Those
who are informed about animal rescue have generously donated everywhere our
booth appears," he added. "And, we have also been able to educate members of
the public who were not aware of what animal rescue groups do and how much the
small ones need financial support."
Since becoming a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, Brown and his Board of
Directors have worked together to publicize the organization and have gathered support from celebrities, including Kathy Najimi ("King of the Hill"), Florence Henderson
("The Brady Bunch"), comedienne Carol Leifer, and Debra Bowen, California’s
Secretary of State, among others. Additionally, Second Acts has entered into partnerships with corporate entities such as Amazon, Avon, and Ralphs, whereupon a percentage of each purchase is donated to the charity.
"Our plans for this year are to increase awareness for Second Acts both within the
community and across the country," Brown stated. "Now that we have accomplished
our first goal of donating funds to one group in each state, we will go back and continue finding rescue organizations which fit within our mission, those being ones that
are very small and run exclusively by volunteers."
For more information about Second Acts, please visit www.secondactsfoundation.org. ■
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Dog Walk, Dog Fair & 5k Race
Walk for Chance , Race to Rescue
Sunday May 31, 2009 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM (rain
(r or shine)
Northwest Park, 145 Lang Road, Windsor CT
Give dogs a chance. Net proceeds will
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(8:00AM registration, 9:00AM race)
4) Enjoy the fair: Entertainment, Vendors, Contests, Auction & Raffle
Bring the Family! Bring the Dog!
For more information, visit
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t seems to me that all
the talk about dangerous dog breeds
should not be about
"bad" breeds, but about
irresponsible people.
Just as with raising children, there is both
Gregory Simpson "nature" and "nurture" to
consider.
Through the centuries, some dogs
were bred as war dogs, others for the
hunting of dangerous game, and still others for fights against a variety of animals,
including other dogs, bears, lions, rats,
badgers, monkeys, opossums, pigs, horses,
donkeys, and even man.
Although there may be dog breeds
known for displaying dominance aggression, canine behaviorists agree that this
type of aggression is potentially found in
all breeds. Dog aggression is more the
result of a human behavior problem than
a canine one. Dangerous behavior in
dogs often comes from the ignorance of
breeders and owners. Breeders may
deliberately or unknowingly breed
unsound and unstable temperament,
thus perpetuating what should have disappeared from the gene pool.
Furthermore, fear and anxiety – not dominance - are the greatest causes of dog
aggression directed at other dogs and
people.
To experience rare problem behavior,
the breeding, raising, living and training
conditions of the breeder and owner
must be consonant with knowledge of
canines as a species (for instance, there
are over 50 possible medical reasons for
canine aggression), with the dog breed
(the breed standard usually spells out
whether dog aggression is common in
the breed and to what degree it is
allowed), and the individual dog, in particular. This is true for all dog breeds.
When owners are not aware of the
above points, statistics show that the vast
majority (77%) of biting dogs belong to
the victim’s family or friends.
With all the concern about which
breed is the most dangerous, it has to be
noted that any dog that is treated harshly or trained to attack, may bite a person.
Any dog can be made into a dangerous
dog. It is the owner or handler who is
most responsible for making a dog into
something dangerous. Any dog may be
a loving companion although its breed
may be considered potentially dangerous. As with any relationship, the love and
respect of a dog must be won. Ultimately,
one cannot look at an individual dog,
identify its breed, and then state whether
it is going to attack. For from 1979 to 1998,
at least 25 breeds of dogs have been
involved in bite related deaths.
Consider these other statistics – all
caused by people. The Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention report
that a chained dog is 2.8 times more likely to bite than an unchained dog.
Canines not spayed or neutered are
three times more likely to bite than sterilized ones (70% of all dog bites involve unneutered males). Of the 27 people who
died as a result of dog bite attacks in
1997 and 1998, 67% involved unrestrained
dogs on the owner’s property. Another
19% involved unrestrained dogs off the
owner’s property. In other words, dogs
that are licensed with an identifiable
owner are implicated in the vast majority
of dog bites, as compared with stray
dogs. Furthermore, the greater number of
children and dogs in a household, the
higher likelihood of bites occurring. A
2001 New York Times article reported that
40% of owners acquired the dog primarily for protection. As the saying goes, "Be
careful what you wish for."
Obedience training school is one way
of effectively preventing many dog bites.
Owners should also find time for day-today instruction between themselves and
their dogs. Busy lifestyles are a major reason for the rise of aggression related
attacks. As Americans work more hours,
dog caring responsibilities slip, resulting in
mild or stronger neglect.
The American Society for the
Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)
informs, "There is no evidence that breedspecific laws" (those that either regulate or
ban a certain breed of dog) "which are
costly and difficult to enforce – make communities safer for families or for the companion animals that are part of so many
households." What the ASPCA recommends instead is: 1) enhanced enforcement of dog license laws and leash/dogat-large laws; 2) dangerous dog laws that
are breed-neutral and focus on the
behavior of the individual dog; 3) laws that
hold dog owners financially accountable
for failure to adhere to animal control laws;
4) laws that prohibit chaining or tethering;
and 5) laws that mandate the sterilization
of shelter animals.
Note that no dog breed was named in
this column. That’s because the message
is about irresponsible people, not ‘bad"
breeds. There is no such thing as a bad
breed.
For the animals,
Gregory M. Simpson
Gregory Simpson’s animal welfare involvement spans over 25 years, having provided leadership for
several Connecticut organizations, as well as having served as state advisor to the national Friends of
Animals. Currently a Board member of Protectors of Animals, Inc., he was chosen by CAT FANCY magazine as one of the ultimate cat lovers in the U.S. He is also a member of the Cat Writers’ Association.
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Look-a-Like Contest - Do you have a striking resemblance to your Pet?
Register in the Village Green at the Look-a-Like Contest booth. The winner
will receive a $100.00 Center-Wide Gift Card from The Promenade Shops
at Evergreen Walk! Winner will be notified by email on Monday, May 18, 2009.
Entries will be accepted from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Need not be present to win.
Must be 18 years or older to enter or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Meet and Greet Damon Scott of 96.5 TIC-FM
He will be our event host from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Stop by the
96.5 TIC-FM booth for your chance to win some great prizes!
Meet and Greet Officer Tina Mazzoccoli and K-9 Bobby
of South Windsor’s Canine Unit.
Pictures with Your Pet • sponsored by Powerstation Events
Take home a keepsake photo of your Pet for a donation of
$10.00 to the South Windsor Canine Fund.
Pet Caricatures
“Sit” for a caricature with your Pet for a donation of $10.00 to the South Windsor Canine Fund.
Visit the Mystic Aquarium booth for fun and information on
how you can help some other special friends!
For more information, please call 860-432-3398 or visit www.thepromenadeshopsatevergreenwalk.com
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spring through the summer in
which to lay their eggs. Many bird
species live and raise their young in
tree cavities while others weave nests
in tree branches, in reeds and bushes.
However, if cavity-nesters are not able
to find natural nesting locations, many
species will willingly adopt man-made
bird houses, also known as nest boxes.
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bird house and get it up and ready for
inspection. "March is the traditional
time to clean out your bird houses and
replace the damaged ones. It is a
great time to relocate unproductive
boxes and try new ones." Bull says.
Nesting birds prefer homes that
conform to their ideal living space
with an entry hole large enough for
the bird to enter but small enough to
stop larger birds and predators from
taking over the nest. Most common
hole-nesting birds can use an
entrance hole 1 1⁄2 inches in diameter.
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least 4 inches by 4 inches so that there
is room for the young to develop. The
distance from the bottom of the
entrance hole to the floor of the box
should be at least 5 inches. This
enables the developing young to
remain well down in the box and
away from predators. The bird house
should have holes or slits to let hot air
out and drainage holes to allow any
water to drain out of the box. If there
is a front landing perch on the bird
house, it should be removed. Front
landing perches give predators an
unfair advantage when raiding nests.
It is important to be able to open the
nesting box, so that the box can be
cleaned out at the end of the season.
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proceed into the house. At times birds
will sit outside the bird house watching
the area for danger from which to
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Bluebirds prefer their boxes on baffled poles about five or six feet off the
ground in a grassy environment well
away from bushes and shrubs.
With a little luck, a pair of birds may
occupy a bird house within hours of
the time it was put it up. However, it
may take up to several weeks, months,
or even years before a pair of birds
chooses to occupy the bird house. If a
bird house has not been used after a
year, try moving it to a different location.
Bird houses can help in maintaining
populations of many birds at healthy
levels. A single wooden bird house
can have a long life – ten years is ordinary, and such a house may fledge 50
birds during that time.
Knowledgeable staff at the
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TOP TOYS for Ferrets
By L. Vanessa Grude,
Ferret Association of Connecticut, Inc., www.ferret-fact.org
F
errets have a fun-loving, inquisitive nature that needs stimulation and activity. A variety of toys can help keep your
ferret busy and healthy.
A ferret can turn almost anything into a toy – your shoe,
purse, or favorite fig tree – so it’s a good idea to give them
playthings that are specifically theirs. Each ferret is an individual, so what one loves may leave another indifferent, but here
are items popular with most.
TUBES
Ferrets were bred to hunt rodents and rabbits into their
dens, so any tube is something to be investigated. Two ferrets
will happily chase each other over and through a tube. Make
sure the tube is large enough – 4+ inches is best. Tubes can be
found in pet stores or you can cut down plastic drain pipe
from a home improvement center.
NOBBY WOBBY™
This toy consists of hard rubber tubes twisted into a ball.
They come in different sizes and some have bells inside. Easy
to pick up and carry, but resistant to chewing, the smaller sizes
are perfect for ferrets and will be carried off to special hiding
places. Similar, but not quite as popular, are small Kong™ toys.
Be careful with generic or knock-off versions, as the rubber
quality may not be as good as the name brands.
PING PONG BALLS
For young and energetic ferrets, a ping pong ball is an
opportunity for a vigorous game of chase. Many stores sell
inexpensive plastic balls containing bells for cats, birds, and
ferrets that are a similar size, but these do break easily.
PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS
If we ever ban plastic shopping bags, ferrets will mourn!
Whether it’s the enticing scents inside, the crinkly noise, or the
chance to explore a toy that moves as they play inside, grocery bags can’t be beat. If you’re nervous about potential
injuries, cut the handles and use a paper punch to make a
few air holes. Paper bags are can also be used, or you can
purchase "crinkle sacks" covered in fabric at pet outlets.
SQUEAK TOYS
Many ferrets enjoy rubbery squeak toys, but be careful to
check their quality. A built in, as opposed to a separate
squeaker, is safer, and always monitor rubbery items. If chewing is destroying any part, discard it. A few ferrets HATE
squeaking sounds, so discontinue use if they seem upsetting.
PLUSH TOYS
Many ferrets love to chase and carry small plush items,
especially balls. Keep an eye out for small parts such as noses,
ears, etc., that might be chewed. Avoid toys stuffed with plastic beads that might be ingested if broken open. Ferrets especially enjoy plush items with bells or rattles inside. PetStages™
makes a terrific line of pet toys. Human baby toys are also a
wonderful option. Baby toys are manufactured to government standards, are usually washable, and come in an array
of fun styles. Many have rattles, crinkly insides, and/or chewsafe rubber teethers.
FISHING POLE TOYS
These are great for interactive play with your pets – especially if your ferret has more energy than you do! Again,
check for quality; if the enclosed hang toy doesn’t seem safe
or gets mutilated, it can easily be replaced.
All toys should be regularly cleaned. This gives you an
opportunity to check them over for any rips or chewed parts
that could become dangerous. Keep two sets of toys and
switch them – your ferret will think the clean toys are brand new.
Always remember that YOU are your ferret’s favorite playmate. Toss that ball, play tug with a stuffed animal, and you
and your pet will both have loads of fun. ■
The year begins on a high note for
thousands of animal shelters nationwide, including The Animal Haven of
North Haven, CT that received a donation from the 2008 Tree of Hope
fundraiser, hosted by PETCO and the
PETCO Foundation.
The six-week campaign generated
$3 million in donations from the company’s customers, vendors and associates. This year, The Animal Haven
received funds donated at PETCO, 390
Universal Drive in North Haven, CT.
The proceeds from Tree of Hope
2008 will be used by The Animal Haven
to help enter adoptable homeless
cats and dogs from the Greater New
Haven community. "The Animal Haven
sincerely appreciates the generosity of
PETCO in North Haven and the PETCO
Foundation. The Animal Haven has
been serving the people and pets in
this area for over 61 years and this
donation will be used to help animals
in need of shelter, food and love", said
Liz Gallagher, President of the Board.
"We are very grateful to everyone
who contributed and hope they all
know they helped to make this world a
kinder, safer, and happier place for the
animals so near to our hearts," said
PETCO vice president and foundation
executive director Paul Jolly. "Tree of
Hope has not only helped sustain the
lives of animals in need, but also
helped nourish the spirit of hope that
defines the PETCO Foundation."
To get the latest news on anything
and everything PETCO – from updates
about the company to incredible acts
of animal kindness, visit the company’s
blog at www.petconews.com.
The Animal Haven, Inc. is a private
nonprofit organization dedicated to
the preservations and placement of
homeless companion animals. Its mission is to provide a safe, caring and
humane refuge for unwanted adoptable animals, & to insure quality adoptive homes. Our mission advocates
responsible pet ownership, mandatory
spay/neuter policies, non-euthanization & the abolishment of animal cruelty through education. The Animal
Haven promotes public involvement
for the humane treatment of animals,
& is committed to principles of justice
and compassion for all animals. For
over 60 years, The Animal Haven has
been celebrating the special friendship between people & their blessed
animal companions. ■
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ne of the most beautiful months of the year! Take time and enjoy this month with
your pet. With that being said Mercury is in retrograde for the most part of May.
From May 7th through the 30th you can experience communication problems
with everyone you come in contact with, so make sure you read over legal documents
very carefully. However, on the positive side we can use this time to adjust our thoughts,
attitudes and decisions for the better.
ARIES (The Ram) March 21 – April 19: Pay attention to your pet’s body language and
their vocal communication. They are trying to tell you something important, their perception may be a bit exaggerated but none the less significant. Make sure they get their
vitamins as they might not be feeling their best this month.
TAURUS (The Bull) April 20 – May 21: Your Taurus is very supportive of you during the next
30 days. During this beautiful spring time try to take some time off from work to bond with
your pet. Go for a drive or just enjoy your special time together.You will be rewarded with
love and affection all month long!
GEMINI (The Twins) May 22 – June 21: Your Gemini pet needs and wants lots of praise
and compliments this month. The creativity really flows and don’t be surprised if you
learn new and different things about your furry friend. Just be careful, as communication can get misinterpreted; just make sure that your pet knows just how much you care
for them, which they never get tired of hearing.
CANCER (The Crab) June 22 – July 22: Your Cancer pet will become very lively and
have bursts of energy during the next 30 days. They will be concentrating on what is
important to them. However, they will still be very loving, caring and sympathetic. Just
be aware that your Cancer pet is influenced by Mercury Retrograde. Take the time and
make sure everything is explained to your pet in detail.
LEO (The Lion) July 23 – August 22: Your Leo pet wants and expects extra treats during
the next 30 days! Indulge them and you will be rewarded with lots of affection. They will
also be exceptionally happy and their happiness will be very contagious to all those
around them. So if any family member is feeling blue, just have them spend time with
your pet to snap them out of it.
VIRGO (The Virgin) August 23 – September 22: Your Virgo pet will be full of fun and
adventure. They will want to experience new and different activities and will not show
much fear. Allow them to gain confidence in themselves and promote their self-esteem.
This will benefit their psyche in the long run. They are really focusing in on the positive.
Enjoy it while you can!
LIBRA (The Scales) September 23 – October 22: Your Libra pet will be full of vigor this
month. They will feel that they can conquer the world! When the rest of the world is having trouble making decisions during Mercury Retrograde, the Libra appears to be making them without difficulty. Trust your pet’s instincts. Your Libra pet is especially attracted
to Aries and Aquarius during the next 30 days.
SCORPIO (The Scorpion) October 23 – November 21: With Mercury in retrograde your
Scorpio pet will be less sociable. Communication is also strained during this time; they
will have trouble truly comprehending what you are trying to explain to them.
Remember to be patient. If you are able to spend some time outdoors or let the springtime air into the home for the indoor pets, this will help make them happy.
SAGITTARIUS (The Archer) November 22 – December 21: Your Sagittarian pet will be
very charming during the next 30 days, and they will have you wrapped around their little paw. They will have a sprit of adventure that will be hard to satisfy. Again, with
Mercury in retrograde communication can be an issue, just make sure they know YOU
are the Alpha.
CAPRICORN (The Goat) December 22 – January 19: With Mercury in retrograde this is
not the time to start anything new. Keep to the routines you already have in place. Most
importantly make sure your Capricorn is fed on time, if not it could get ugly and you will
most definitely hear about it. Spend some alone time with your pet this will reassure them
that life is good and you return will really feel their love for you!
AQUARIUS (The Water Bearer) January 20 – February 19: Your Aquarian pet will be a
homebody during the next 30 days and also on the lazy side. Don’t push them because
as Mercury Retrograde passes so will this. Your personality alone will keep your pet
amused, this month you can do no wrong. Enjoy this time!
PISCES (The Fish) February 20 – March 20: Your Pisces pet will be wearing their thoughts
and feelings on their sleeve. You will not have to guess what they are thinking or feeling.
Even through Mercury Retrograde your pet will be very communicative. Really listen to
them, after all they just want to make you happy, return the favor, you won’t regret it!
(If you don’t know your pet’s astrological sign please email me at
[email protected] and I will forward you a questionnaire to fill out and return to
me. I will then email you your pet’s astrological sign. Please mention that you saw this in
Pets Press and the $5 fee for this service will be waived.)
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I did a google search and the reaction
Juno
is not unusual – sort of like catnip – here's a
somewhat scientific explanation that I
found:
"Both green olives (Olea europaea) and
Pimentos (Capsicum annuum) contain isoprenoids that are structurally similar to the
methylcyclopentane
monoterpene
nepetalactone, which is responsible for
binding to receptors in your cat's
vomeronasal organ and consequently the
mind-altering effect your cat experiences.
"These compounds are not unusual, although the configuration varies widely
between plant species.
"These compounds resemble pheromones, and as such some of them function
as a natural mock-pheromone pest repellents for the plant, which is likely how such
high levels of these constituents within a plants' essential oils evolved.
"The vomeronasal organ is what your cat (and most other animals with the
exception of humans, although there is a small indented area and partial nerve
channel where it would be, left over from our evolution) uses to sense pheromones,
and is where the nepetalactone in catnip stimulates pheromone receptors resulting in space-kitty.
"Summary - it is likely that either the green olives or pimentos have a chemical in
their essential oil that is similar enough to the active chemical in catnip to have a
similar effect on the same receptors in the part of kitty's nose that are responsible
for catnip getting her high."
There appears to be no toxicity (someone mentioned diarrhea, but I would go
easy simply for the addiction factor. Use pitted olives, of course. It doesn’t sound as
if anything is lacking in Juno’s diet though I always suggest serving a variety of foods
to prevent boredom.
Just out of curiosity, I bought some green olives and black olives to test on my
own cats. Alas, they all gave me that "Where’s the meat?" look.
Like catnip some cats may react and others may not. Juno definitely enjoys his
olives!
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I have a question about cat nutrition. My (almost) 2-year-old cat Juno steals
kalamata olives. Not only does he steal them, he will scream and beg for them if he
sees me eating them or smells them in the room. He'll gnaw on my fingers if he
knows I've held one. This is a normally very composed furry gentleman. Once Juno
secures an olive he literally goes wild - he shakes with excitement and devours the
olive in an ecstatic frenzy. I've never witnessed such behavior. Days after consuming
an olive and with a wistful look on his face, Juno will even lick the floor where it once
was.
Is my kitty missing an essential nutrient in his diet? Juno receives three of the
smaller-sized cans of Wellness brand wet food or portions of their larger canned
Core wet food per day, supplemented with a tiny bit of Wellness dry food overnight
(less than a quarter cup - and even this will take him a month to finish because he
prefers wet). He has a Drinkwell brand fountain, which is always on and clean, as
well as fresh tap water placed in a still dish daily. We keep a steady crop of cat grass
available, and he gets Wellness brand jerky treats about once a month, for fun.
Should I give him olives, or refrain? What could be driving this obsession of his?
Susan
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consulting practice. She is the "Dear Sally" on Tracie
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found on Sirius, the Martha Stewart Living channel. She is a
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Reptile Man!
Ron Wulff, the Reptile Man, has worked for one of the
big retail pet stores for 6 years as a reptile and aquatic
specialist. He rescues reptiles and runs
www.nopaws.com, dedicating his time to educate
people on exotic pets. Direct your exotic pet questions
to Reptile Man.
Dear Ron,
My husband bought
our son a green anole
lizard for a pet. It moves
fast, so my son doesn't
handle it at all. The only
time we handle it is when
we catch it to clean the
cage. I am afraid it is
going to bite me. My husband said they don't
even have teeth. He said
if I can prove they do,
that he will clean the
cage. Can you help me?
Jill
Call the Good Dog Spot at 860.243.5500
Dear Jill,
First let me thank Jill for an easy to answer question. As they say, a picture
is worth a thousand words and the lizards teeth can clearly be seen in this one.
Although they are too small to break the skin on most adults, if they got a hold
of a small enough finger they might draw blood. It is just as easy to capture
the lizard in a small cup for cage cleaning.
While some questions can be answered in words or photos, there might be
some situations where it would be much easier to solve an animal problem in
person. With that thought in mind I will be at the Newington Petco every
Saturday from 9am to 12pm to answer reptile questions, offer suggestions on
products and evaluate your animal’s condition. However, questions are still
welcome here.
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Lauren Mascola is the veterinarian at Petcare Veterinary
Services in West Hartford. She studied at UConn for
undergraduate and Tufts for Veterinary Medicine. She
has over 10 years experience and 2 dogs and 3 cats of
her own. She is excited to answer your questions!
Dear Dr. Mascola,
My 14 year old dog has been getting "lost" lately. He will pace around and end
up in a corner and seem stuck there until I help him. Is this just due to his age or can
there be something else wrong?
Thanks, Kathryn
Dear Kathryn,
Thanks for the question. I would recommend having your dog seen at the veterinarian to make sure there is nothing physically wrong. If they cannot find anything wrong, this behavior may be due to age and can be seen as a component
of Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (Doggie Alzheimer's).
Besides pacing and getting "lost", you might also see inappropriate bathroom
habits, barking or other vocalization for no reason or a change in appetite or sleep
patterns. Some dogs may also stop seeking human companionship or greeting
their owner when they get home.
There is a drug labeled specifically for CDS, and I will usually recommend a trial
on it for patients where I suspect the disease. It works temporarily in some cases but
may not have any affect in others.
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Susan adopted her first house rabbit 5 years ago and
soon after got highly involved in rabbit rescue. She has
volunteered at a local rabbit rescue group and a local
animal shelter working with rabbits. She has since cofounded 3 Bunnies Rabbit Rescue Inc. Susan can surely
answer all of your rabbit questions!
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Steve and Diane Lazicki have been rescuing and
working with birds for over 8 years, as well as
raising them as pets since childhood. They live with
over 150 birds in their "bird house," so they have a
wealth of bird expertise. Direct your bird related
questions to the Lazi Birds.
Aggression
Dog Walking
Pet Sitting
Housebreaking
Grooming
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If you have a question for our experts, contact Tamara Sevigny at
[email protected] or mail her at P.O. Box 579, Old Lyme, CT 06371
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CALENDAR
◆ April 17 – East Windsor - Connecticut Valley
Vizsla Club AKC Field Trials. Flaherty Field Trial
Area, Dearborn Tract. For additional information contact: Deb Malachowski, Event Secretary,
401-480-6432, [email protected].
◆ April 25 & 26 - Wolcott - Southern New
England Brittany Club AKC Hunting Trials.
Bristol Fish & Game, Beecher Lane. For additional information contact: Kristina Wittchen,
Event Secretary, 860-519-8003,
[email protected], www.snebc.org.
◆ April 17-19 – S Glastonbury - Horse Show.
Pines Farm, 860-633-5694.
◆ April 26 - Morris - Horse Show, 8am. Fox
Crossing Equestrian Center, 860-567-1788.
◆ April 18 – Bloomfield - Fidelco Open House,
10:30am-2:30pm. 103 Old Iron Ore Road, 860243-4801, www.fidelco.org.
◆ April 18 - Enfield - Our Companions
Adoption Information. Petco, 25 Hazard Ave.,
860-745-7671. Our Companions, 860-2429999, www.ourcompanions.org.
◆ April 18 – Gales Ferry - Dressage Show,
(USDF, USEF, CHSA Rated). Mystic Valley Hunt
Club, 645 Long Cove Rd., www.mysticvalleyhuntclub.com.
◆ April 18 – Greenwich - Greyhound Rescue &
Rehab Meet & Greet, 12-3pm. Pet Pantry, 290
Railroad Ave. 203-869-6444, www.greyhoundrescuerehab.org.
◆ April 18-19 - Morris - Joe Fargis Clinic. Far
Meadow Farm, 860-567-9850.
◆ April 18 - New Haven - Adoption event by
The Friends of the New Haven Animal Shelter
with the North Shore Animal League. IKEA,
450 Sargent Drive, [email protected],
www.findafriendforlife.org or www.nsalamerica.org.
◆ April 18 - New Haven - Tour for Life 2009,
Adopt-A-Dog, 11am-3pm. Adopt-A-Dog's
Shelter, 914-273-1674, www.adopt-a-dog.org.
◆ April 18 – Rocky Hill - Paws for the Park
Pasta Dinner Dance, 6pm. St. James Church
Hall, Elm St. Benefits Rocky hill dog park,
860-258-2772.
◆ April 18 – Southbury - Greyhound Rescue &
Rehab Meet & Greet, 10am-2pm. Petland
Discounts, Southbury Green Shopping Center,
775 Main Street South, 203-267-7333.
www.greyhoundrescuerehab.org.
◆ April 18 – Washington - Volunteer Day at
Horse of Connecticut. 9am-4pm, Rain date
April 19. Clean-up, fixing fences, barns,
grooming, walking horses, mucking. Lunch
provided. 43 Wilbur Rd., 860-868-1960,
www.horseofct.org.
◆ April 18-19 – Westbrook - April Jumper
Show (USEF, M&S). Westbrook Hunt Club, 319
Pond Meadow Rd., 860-399-6317.
◆ April 19 - Plainville - We Adopt Greyhounds,
Inc. Meet & Greet, 2pm-4pm. Petsmart, 278
New Britain Ave, 860-747-9399. WAG, 877595-0991, www.weadoptgreyhounds.org.
View the calendar of events online!
W W W . P E T S P R E S S . N E T
◆ April 19 – Suffield - CDCTA Schooling
Dressage & Combined Test. Wishing Rock
Farm, 3942 Phelps Rd., 860-487-0130,
www.wishingrockfarm.com.
◆ April 25 & 26 - Clinton - Spring Aviary
Tours, 1-4pm. Wind Over Wings, 22 Old
Road, 203-263-6644,
www.windoverwings.org.
◆ April 20 – Manchester - Family Fun Night
benefits MDOG, 5-8pm. The Shoppes at
Buckland Hills. www.theshoppesatbucklandhills.com, www.mdgoct.com.
◆ April 25 – Danbury - Greyhound Rescue &
Rehab Meet & Greet, 12-2pm. Choice Pets,
Berkshire Shopping Center, 67 Newtown Rd.,
203-792-5800,
www.greyhoundrescuerehab.org.
◆ April 20-24 - Simsbury - Spring Riding Fun.
Well-Away Farm, 100 Old Farms Rd., 860-6517284.
◆ April 20, 21, 23 - Southbury - Boston Terrier
Club of Connecticut, Inc. AKC Confirmation,
Obedience, Agility & Rally. Crowne Plaza Hotel,
1284 Strongtown Rd. For additional information
contact: Alice Smith, Event Secretary, 978-3565693, www.bostonterrierclubct.com.
◆ April 22 – Essex - Wind Over Wings, Birds
of Prey Demonstration, 7pm. Essex Town Hall,
sponsored by Essex Land Trust. Wind Over
Wings, 860-669-4004,
www.windoverwings.org.
◆ April 22 – North Haven - Pandora Jewelry
Fundraiser for Animal Haven, 6:30-8pm. 32C
Middletown Avenue, 203-624-0525.
◆ April 23-25 - Westbrook - 18th Annual
Spring Fling Horse Show. Westbrook Hunt
Club, 319 Pond Meadow Rd., 860-399-6317.
◆ April 24-26 - Orange - World Class Barrel
Racing Clinic with Kelly Kaminski, Latella &
Sons. 203-410-4928, 203-410-4930.
◆ April 25, May 9, 16 - Avon - Our
Companions adoption information event.
Petco, 9 West Avon Road, 860-404-8880. Our
Companions, 860-242-9999, www.ourcompanions.org.
◆ April 25 – from Branford - Trip to the
Mohegan Sun Casino sponsored by The Greater
New Haven Cat Project, Inc. Bus departs 4pm.
203-782-CATS.
◆ April 25 – Hartford - Ferret Treasures Store
Sale, 11am-3pm. FACT, Inc., 14 Sherbrooke
Avenue. Ferret Association of Connecticut,
Inc., 860-247-1275, www.ferret-fact.org.
◆ April 25 - Ledyard - Regional FFA Open
Horse Show, 9am. Ledyard Fairgrounds, 860464-9600 ext. 127.
◆ April 25 – Manchester - Mt. Nebo: Spring
for the Dog Park benefits MDOG, 10am-2pm.
Mt. Nebo, Spring Street. www.mdgoct.com.
◆ April 26 - Norwalk - PAWS 5th Annual "Wine
& Howl" Wine tasting Fundraising Event, 35pm. PAWS (Pet Animal Welfare Society).
United Church of Rowayton, 210 Rowayton
Ave., 203-750-9572, [email protected],
www.pawsct.org.
◆ May 2 – Bridgeport - Spring Fling, 11am3pm. Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble
Ave., 203-394-6565, www.beardsleyzoo.org.
◆ May 2, 16 - Enfield – Our Companions
adoption information event. Petco, 25 Hazard
Ave., 860-745-7671. Our Companions, 860242-9999, www.ourcompanions.org.
◆ May 2 - Kensington - Compassionate Care
Animal Center Tag Sale, 8am-1pm, Weather
permitting. 216 Percival Avenue. 860-3800415, www.compassionatecarect.org.
◆ May 2 – Washington - Open House. 10am3pm. Rain date May 3. 1-3pm; food and drink
available, plus a bake sale table. Horse of
Connecticut, 43 Wilbur Rd., 860-868-1960,
www.horseofct.org.
◆ May 3 – Greenwich - Adopt-A-Dog at
Kiwanis Club Flea Market 9am-4pm. Arch St.
Adopt-A-Dog's Shelter, 914-273-1674,
www.adopt-a-dog.org.
◆ April 25 – North Haven - Clean-Up Days at
Animal Haven, 12-4pm. 89 Mill Road. 203239-2641, www.theanimalhaven.com.
◆ May 5 - Berlin - CHC Monthly Meeting.
Northeast Utilities, 107 Selden St. Connecticut
Horse Council, 860-482-9500, www.cthorsecouncil.org.
◆ April 25, 26 – Norwalk - Marine Life Study
Cruise, 1pm. The Maritime Aquarium, 10
North Water St., 203-852-0700, www.maritimeaquarium.org.
◆ May 6 – Rabies Vaccination Clinic, 2-4pm at
the EMS building on Meadow Street. Friends of
the Shelton Animal Shelter, [email protected].
◆ April 25 – Southington - 5th Annual
Barking BBQ & Fundraiser, 1-4pm. 1177 West
St., 860-621-7297.
◆ May 8 - East Windsor - Pointer Associates
of New England AKC Field Trials. Flaherty Field
Trial Grounds On Thomely Road. For additional
information contact: Ms. Debra Freidus, Event
Secretary, 860- 485-0323, [email protected], www.eastconn.com/pane/pane.html.
◆ April 25 - Storrs - Annual Spring Horse
Auction. UConn Horsebarn, 860-486-2034.
◆ April 25 - Waterbury - We Adopt
Greyhounds, Inc. Meet & Greet, 1:30-3:30pm.
Petsmart, 475 Bank Street, 203-596-9997.
WAG, 877-595-0991, www.weadoptgreyhounds.org.
◆ May 8 - N Stonington - St. Hubert Kennel
Club AKC Dog Show, Confirmation, Obedience
& Rally. N Stonington Agricultural Frgrnds,
Wyassup Road. For additional information contact: MB-F Inc., Superintendent, 336-3799352, [email protected].
To list your calendar events contact Tamara Sevigny at
[email protected] or mail her at P.O. Box 579 Old Lyme, CT 06371
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◆ May 9, 23 – Brookfield - Greyhound Rescue
& Rehab Meet & Greet, 10am-3pm. Petco, 169
Federal Rd. 203-775-3337, www.greyhoundrescuerehab.org.
◆ New Milford – AWS Member's Meeting
second Monday of each month, 8pm. Open to
the public. Animal Welfare Society, 8 Dodd
Rd., 860-354-1350, www.animalwelfaresociety.homestead.com.
◆ May 9 - Greenwich - Adopt-A-Dog at Pet
Pantry Warehouse, 11am-3pm. Adopt-A-Dog's
Shelter, 914-273-1674, www.adopt-a-dog.org.
◆ May 9, 10 - Lebanon - Berkshire Belgian
Tervuren Club, American Belgian Tervuren
Club, Inc. AKC Herding Tests & Trials.
Starshine Farm, 33 Oliver Road. For additional
information contact: Ann Marie Ely, Event
Secretary, 845-635-3091, [email protected],
www.berkshiretervs.org, www.abtc.org.
◆ May 9 – Newtown - Upscale Bake Sale - Buy
your Mother’s Day gifts and goodies. Lexington
Gardens, 32 Church Hill Road. DAWS, 203-744DAWS (3297), www.daws.org.
◆ Rocky Hill - Pet Loss Support Group meets
the 4th Tuesday of every month, 6-7pm.
Rocky Hill Congregational Church, 805 Old
Main St., 860-633-7516, www.wellbeingshome.com/petloss.
View the calendar of events online!
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◆ May 9 – Rocky Hill - Dog Hike, 10am.
Quarry Park. Benefits Rocky Hill dog park, 860258-2772.
◆ May 16-17 – Plainfield - Yankee
Weimaraner Club AKC Hunting Tests.
Sugarbrook Field Trial Area. For additional
information contact: Jean Gamble, Event
Secretary, 978-779-6112, [email protected].
◆ May 23 - Sterling - Eastern Connecticut
Beagle Club AKC Field Trials. Eastern
Connecticut Grounds, 687 Gibson Hill Rd. For
additional information contact: David
Bourque, Event Secretary, 860-896-0506,
[email protected].
◆ May 10 - Manchester - We Adopt
Greyhounds Inc. Adoption Event, 12-2pm.
Petsmart, 1520 Pleasant Valley Rd. 877-5950991, [email protected], www.weadoptgreyhounds.org.
◆ May 16 – Southbury - Greyhound Rescue
& Rehab Meet & Greet, 10am-2pm. Petland
Discounts, 775 Main St. South, Southbury
Green Shopping Center. 203-267-7333,
www.greyhoundrescuerehab.org.
◆ May 30 - New Britain - Volunteer Horse
Patrol Parade Participation. City of Memorial
Day Parade, 6pm. To register: Contact Meg
Sautter, [email protected].
◆ May 10 - South Windsor - Irish Setter Club
of Central Connecticut AKC Confirmation Dog
Show, Obedience & Rally. Grounds of the
Rotary Pavilion, Abby Road Extension (off Sand
Hill Road). For additional information contact:
Susan Johnson, Event Secretary, 401- 7395968, [email protected].
◆ May 16 – Southington - WAG Roo Fest!!
11am-3pm (rain or shine) Camp Sloper, 1000
East Street. We Adopt Greyhounds, 877-5950991, [email protected],
www.weadoptgreyhounds.org.
◆ May 10 - Woodstock - Bulldog Club of New
England, Windham County Kennel Club AKC
Confirmation Dog Show. Woodstock
Fairgrounds, Stonebridge Rd. For additional
information contact: MB-F Inc., Superintendent,
336-379-9352, [email protected].
◆ May 11 – New London - Attracting Birds and
Butterflies to Your Yard. New London Public
Library, 7-8pm. Denison Pequotsepos Nature
Center, 109 Pequotsepos Rd., 860-536-1216,
www.dpnc.org.
◆ May 16 – Bethany - Rabies Clinic, 12-4pm.
Country Companion Veterinary Services, 9
Amity Road. [email protected].
◆ May 16 - Manchester (rain date May 23)
Paws on the Promenade, 11am-4pm at
Evergreen Walk. Our Companions, 860-2429999, www.ourcompanions.org.
◆ May 16 – Newington - low cost rabies vaccination clinic, 10am-1pm. Pet Spa at Twin City,
745 New Britain Ave. Compassionate Care
Animal Center, 860-380-0415, www.compassionatecarect.org.
◆ May 16 – Wallingford - CT FACT's Annual
Ferret Frolic, 10am-4pm. Grange Hall, 586
Center St. 860-247-1275, www.ferret-fact.org.
◆ May 17 - Durham - The 1st Annual
Durham Pet Fair, 11am-4pm. Durham
Veterinary Hospital, 178 Parmelee Hill Road.
www.durhampetfair.com.
◆ May 23 - Lebanon - Northeast Stockdog
Association of Connecticut AKC Herding Tests
& Trials. Starshine Farm, 33 Oliver Road. For
additional information contact: Garard Baudet,
Event Secretary, 401-741-9878,
[email protected].
◆ May 23 – North Haven - Clean-Up Days at
Animal Haven, 12-4pm. 89 Mill Road, 203239-2641, www.theanimalhaven.com.
◆ May 23, 24 & 25 – Old Lyme – Foals &
Flowers Open Barn, 10am-4pm. Bring your
blanket and chairs, spend the day or an hour.
Lots of good horses, good company, good
country air. Refreshments available or bring a
picnic! 100 Whippoorwill Rd. 860-434-7355,
www.whippoorwillmorgans.com.
◆ May 30 – Rocky Hill - Paws for the Park
Spring Fest, 10am-3pm. (rain date, 6/6)
Veteran’s Memorial Amphitheater in Elm Ridge
Park. Benefits Rocky Hill dog park, 860-2582772.
◆ May 31 - Windsor - 4th Annual Walk for
Chance - Walk for Chance or Race for Rescue
Fund Raiser, 8am-4pm. 145 Lang Road.
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◆ Farmington - Friends of Berlin Animal
Control Pet Adoptions. Sundays at PETCO in
Farmington in the plaza next to Border's, 1600
South East Rd., 860-674-9599.
◆ Hamden - REGAP of CT, Inc. Retired
Greyhounds As Pets, meet & greet. Last
Saturday of each month, 11am-2pm. Petco,
2100 Dixwell Ave., 203-393-1673,
www.regapct.com.
◆ Manchester - REGAP of CT, Inc. Retired
Greyhounds As Pets, meet & greet. Last
Saturday of each month, 2-4pm. Petco, 432a
Buckland Hills Dr., 203-393-1673,
www.regapct.com.
◆ Middletown – The CT Parrot Society meets
the first Thursday of the month. Wadsworth
Glen Health/Rehabilitation Center. 30 Boston
Rd., 6:30pm. ww.connecticutparrotsociety.org.
◆ Rocky Hill - First Saturday of Every Month Monthly Dog Play Time at Best Friends Pet
Care, 12-2pm to Benefit the Rocky Hill Dog
Park. 1511 Silas Deane Highway.
◆ Stamford - FREE Dog Training Classes at
the Stamford Pound For Pound Pups,
Adopters, & The General Public. Wednesday
Nights, arrive by 6:20pm for 6:30 class. 201
Magee Ave., 203-977-4437.
◆ Stratford - Monthly meeting for New Leash
on Life, first Friday of the month. All are welcome. Please call either Cathy at 203-2597562 or Lynn at 203-378-0657 to confirm next
date, time and place.
◆ Stratford - S.T.A.R.S Adoption Event and
Pet Boutique, Every second Saturday of the
month, 11am-3pm. Stratford Animal Control
Facility from, 9 Frog Pond La. 203-385-4068,
www.stratfordac.org.
◆ Wallingford - REGAP of CT, Inc. Retired
Greyhounds As Pets, meet & greet. Last
Saturday of each month, 11am-2pm. Petco,
848 North Colony Rd. (Rt 5). 203-393-1673,
www.regapct.com.
◆ Low cost spay/neuter mobile van for cats.
T.E.A.M. (Tait's Every Animal Matters). Call for
locations and dates. 888-FOR-TEAM,
www.everyanimalmatters.com.
◆ Low-cost vaccination clinics at your local
Petco. Visit www.petco.com or call 888-824PALS(7257) for dates and times and a location
near you.
◆ Low cost spay/neuter program - The
Central CT Cat Project sponsored by Friends of
Berlin Animal Control. $70 cash and vaccines
are included. Call for reservations/times 860828-5287.
◆ Pet adoptions at your local Petco. Visit
www.petco.com or call 888-824-PALS(7257)
for dates and times and a location near you.
◆ Pet adoptions at your local PetSmart. Visit
www.petsmart.com or call 800-738-1385 ext.
2518 for dates and times and a location near
you.
To list your calendar events contact Tamara Sevigny at
[email protected] or mail her at P.O. Box 579 Old Lyme, CT 06371
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DOGS
Norwalk - Moo is a wonderful dog whose heartbroken family
was forced to give her up due to severe allergies of the new
baby in the home. She was rescued by her previous owners as
a puppy along with her littermates. All the other puppies were
placed into homes and Moo stayed with her rescuers. Her
owners describe her as affectionate, playful and energetic - a
good fit for an active home with older children. She may have
some herding dog in her as she will try to "herd" people at times. Moo would prefer
to be the only pet in the home. Moo knows basic obedience commands such as sit,
stay, lay down and is housetrained. She is also trained to an invisible fence. Moo is 7
years young, already spayed and current on her vaccines. Interested? Please call
PAWS at 203-750-9572 or visit www.pawsct to see more great dogs and cats available for adoption!
West Hartford - Brie is a one year old Pomeranian, Spitz, Sheltie
mix who is very shy, but friendly. She should be the only dog
with no children. She will need a special person that can give
her the patience and love she needs. If you are interested
please call Animal Friends of Connecticut at 860-827-0381for
more information. Please call during the day only. The best
time is 7am-5pm.
Norwalk - This darling of a dog is ready to steal your heart.
Sweet Pea wants nothing more than to go for a nice walk and
then cuddle with you for hours. Human companionship is all
she needs! Sweet Pea is 2 years old and up to date on her
vaccinations. She is ready to love you forever. Sweet Pea is at
the PAWS Shelter. Call us at 203-750-9572 or visit
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South Windsor - Jellybean will be 10 months old in April 2009.
He is a large black male with a very charming personality and
shows all the makings for a good family rabbit. He seems to be
a gentle and fun-loving boy and would love an indoor home
where he can get lots of exercise. Jellybean weighs about 6
pounds. For more information contact the House Rabbit
Connection. To learn more about the need in the region for
foster caretakers, or how you can help HRC rescue house
rabbits visit HRC's website at www.hopline.org, email us at
[email protected], or call 413-525-9222. A House Rabbit Connection volunteer will
gladly answer your questions.
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Kensington - Petite Pippy is a sweet Russian Blue, 2 year old
spayed female cat that is vet checked and vaccinated. She is
blind but compensates incredibly well. Pippy can go to a
home with other cats. She has been waiting for someone to
adopt her for quite some time. For more information contact
Compassionate Care Animal Center at 860-380-0415.
Norwalk - Are you looking for a Valentine year round? If so, then
you've come to the right place. I am all cat and all love! For
some reason, my owners decided to leave me on the doorstep
of PAWS. The staff here can't understand why because I am a
very sweet, gentle and loving kitty. That's why they called me
Valentino. I am about 7 years old, neutered, up to date on my
vaccinations and tested negative for FIV and FeLV. So, if you
are looking for a loving companion, then I'm the one for you!
Interested? Please call PAWS at 203-750-9572 or visit www.pawsct to see more great
dogs and cats available for adoption.
Westport - Alex is a sweet, young cat who has already overcome an unknown trauma
which makes it difficult for him to balance. As of 3/9/09 he is walking beautifully (not
completely healed, but so much better!). He is still a love bug though! And everyone
loves those beautiful eyes. Please stop by to meet him! At Save Our Strays, Inc. 1677 Post
Road East or call 203-255-0514. Or visit them online at www.SaveOurStraysInc.petfinder.com.
Moe is a medium-haired tuxedo cat about 5-6 years old. He's
neutered, up to date on shots and is negative for Feline
Leukemia and FIV. He is also free of parasites and is litter box
trained. He has just one "special need" - Due to skin allergies, he
must be fed a specific prescription-only diet. But he doesn't
mind that at all. Moe also has a special talent - At the water
bubbler, he stands on his hind legs and uses his paw to press
the lever for the cold water, getting himself a drink. Moe wants
to be the boss of the other cats at the vet clinic where he is fostered. Moe photographs
poorly so you will have to meet him in person to appreciate how special he is. There is
an adoption fee for Moe. This is a courtesy listing through HEART Rescue. For more information on Moe, please call: 860-886-0188.
South Windsor - Hi my name is Ouzo. I am a shorthair, black and
white, neutered male. I am about 2 years old. I was found by a
nice person who took me to the smith/blowers adoption fund
to find a new home. I am negative for FELV/FIV, dewormed, up
to date on distemper, rabies and leukemia vaccines, neutered,
microchipped, and treated with Revolution. I am very sweet
and lovable. Won't you take me home? The donation for Ouzo
is $100.00. If interested please contact Lisa at 860-528-2178
ext.12.
East Hartford - Rosebud is a beautiful black Mini Lop, 5 years
old and approximately 6 lbs. Rosebud was surrendered to a
local shelter along with a male rabbit. At the shelter she gave
birth, and sadly her babies did not make it, leaving Rosebud
sad and upset. She was not doing well in the shelter, so into 3
Bunnies care she came. For more information on Rosebud
and other adoptable rabbits please contact 3 Bunnies rabbit Rescue at [email protected], 413-427-7345, www.petfinder.com zip 06118 and rabbit in search, or www.3bunnies.org.
North Haven - Derby came to us after his owners moved without him! A kind neighbor called us for help. Derby was super shy
at first but has warmed up nicely. He's very talkative and likes to
be petted. He is a bit nervous around other kitties and would
probably do best in a home of his own, or possibly with one
other friendly kitty. Derby can't wait to find a new home. For
more information contact Halfway Home Rescue Inc. at 203985-8338 or visit www.HalfwayHomeRescue.org.
Washington - Lacey, an 8-year-old Quarter Horse/Draft
mare, is a solid riding horse in the ring and on trails; she
loves to lead but will follow. She would be best for an
intermediate rider. Lacey wears two front shoes and
needs an extra-wide English or Western saddle. To learn
more about Lacey, please call HORSE of Connecticut
at 860-868-1960 or go to www.horseofct.org.
Fairfield - Pasha is a very sweet 9 month young spayed girl. She
is vaccinated and tested neg for Fiv/Feluk. Pasha is a cute
Maine Coon mix. Her mother has found a home last summer
but this little girl is still waiting for her furever home.She loves to
play with feather toys, loves Deli Turkey, which she goes
bonkers over, and she also loves cats and is ok with cat friendly dogs. She also loves to be held and brushed. For more information contact CATS Inc.at 203-247-2319.
Adoptions can be sent to Tamara Sevigny at [email protected] or mail her at P.O. Box 579 Old Lyme, CT 06371
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www.VCACromwell.com
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725 New Britain Ave.
860-665-1314
www.VCATwinCity.com
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