Brotherly Love: The Story Behind the Photo

Written on 11/19/2013 by Brandy Arnold

original post: http://dogingtonpost.com/brotherly-love-the-story-behind-the-photo/#.Uo0Z4FPXvOg 

Jeffrey and Jermaine are looking for their forever home together. They pair, shown here in an embrace, are not only bonded for life, but Jermaine serves as his blind brother, Jeffrey's guide dog! Photo credit Chester County SPCA.

A photo of 8-month old brothers Jeffrey and Jermaine went viral after a photo of the pair embracing while they slept was posted by the Chester County SPCA last Friday.
A caption on the touching photo reads,

Pictures are worth a thousand words, but this one might just leave you speechless. Earlier we posted a picture of Jeffrey, who is blind, and his brother Jermaine, who has dedicated his life to be Jeffrey’s loyal guide dog. Here they are as they sleep, holding on to each other. The unconditional love and devotion these two dogs show is positively inspirational. Jeffrey and Jermaine are STILL waiting at shelter Operation Ava in Philadelphia for their hero to come rescue them! Please open your heart and home to them! For more information or adoption inquiries, please contact Operation Ava at (215) 240-1240 or visit their website www.operationava.org.

The dogs’ love and devotion to one another goes far beyond an adorable embrace. Jeffrey is blind and his brother, Jermaine, serves as his guide dog!

The pair are currently looking for their forever home – together. The Chester County SPCA is taking applications for potential adopters until 5:00pm today, November 19, after which rescuers from Operation Ava will choose the perfect family for the special needs pair. The dogs are currently sheltered in Chester County, PA.

For more information or adoption inquiries, please contact Operation Ava at (215) 240-1240 or visit their website www.operationava.org.

Why a Shelter Dog Should Be Your Next Best Friend

Written on 10/16/2013 by Brandy Arnold 

original post: http://dogingtonpost.com/why-shelter-dog-should-be-your-next-best-friend/#.Uo0Y91PXvOh

So, you want to get a new dog for your family. If you’re like most people, you’ve thought about buying a pooch from a reliable pet store or a reputable breeder. But before you buy, why don’t you consider adopting a dog from a shelter instead?

Although getting a new pooch from a pet store or dog breeders may seem like a great idea, opening your home to a rescue dog has its benefits too. Adopting a shelter dog can be equally rewarding, maybe even a better addition to your household.

Plus, according to the ASPCA, roughly 25% of all shelter dogs are purebred. So, if it’s a specific breed you’re hoping to bring home, chances are you’ll find him in a shelter, too, not just from a breeder or pet store.


Why Adopting a Shelter Dog is a Good Idea:
· Buying dogs from breeders or pet stores may have many drawbacks. Most people assume that buying a pooch from one of these sources is the better choice as it can provide for a healthier and emotionally sound pet. This is actually a misconception since many dogs marketed to pet stores generally come from puppy mills where they are kept in deplorable conditions until they are sold.
In puppy mills, the breeding dogs are confined in small and cramped cages, fed inadequate diets, and provided with insufficient vet care. As a result, dogs reared in these environments tend to encounter more serious health problems as well as behavioral issues than dogs raised with families.

· Rescue dogs need and deserve a second chance. Many people assume that there’s something wrong with dogs from animal shelters and rescue centers. While it’s true that a few rescue dogs have ended up in shelters because of ignorant, lazy, cruel, irresponsible, neglectful, and abusive human owners, the rescued dogs are hardly as harsh as their backgrounds. With attention, meaningful interaction, constant socialization, or productive obedience training, troubled shelter dogs are almost always capable of being terrific canine citizens.

And, in most cases, animals surrendered to shelters have been loving and loyal members of a family. Now they are not only confined in an unfamiliar place but in a kennel with other frightened, anxious dogs. Just imagine the kind of stress and terror these shelter dogs must feel right now.

· Adopting shelter dogs will bring more meaning to your life. Bringing a rescue dog into your home and treating him as one of your family members means saving a life. When you rescue a dog, you become a hero for a sentient, innocent, and vulnerable being desperate for a loving home. Giving a rescue dog the second chance can also bring you a sense of fulfillment as you save his life and then watch him flourish with love, care, and respect.

Aside from that, shelter dogs can improve the quality of your life. They are capable of lifting spirits and increasing life longevity. Several studies have already substantiated the correlation of adopting a companion pet to several health benefits.

Finally, the unconditional love that these animals can give is priceless. A rescued dog generally knows that you have saved him, and he is thankful, devoted, and unreservedly loving and loyal because of it.

Helping a Dog that Suffers from Separation Anxiety

Written on 09/30/2013 by Kevin Duggan, CPDT-KA 

original post: http://dogingtonpost.com/helping-a-dog-that-suffers-from-separation-anxiety/#.Uo0YjFPXvOh

I get questions on how to fix separation anxiety very often. I wish there was a quick easy answer. However that is not the case. SA for a lot of dogs is so severe that they are losing all control. This leads to urination/defecation in the house, torn up walls/doors, puddles of drool etc.

Firstly, lets get some myths out of the way. When this is happening this is not your dog seeking revenge on you. Your dog is not doing this because he is mad at you and trying to get back at you. This is also not happening because your dog thinks he is in charge and did not give you approval to leave. (The last one sounds silly but I’ve heard that one mentioned on TV before.) It is important that we understand that is a pretty serious condition in dogs that depending on the severity can take from 6 months a year to fix.

Secondly, it is important that we make sure this actually is SA and not just a bored dog. A dog that has copious amounts of energy will find a way to get rid of it. If the human doesn’t give him a proper outlet he will find one himself. Which typically means the dog destroying something of the humans.
When dealing with moderate to severe cases one of the first things I recommend to do along with the training protocol is to get the dog on a medication to help with the anxiety. It is important to have a training protocol because medication alone is not going to fix this.  I know that not everyone is a fan of the medication part of it. My response to that is the amount of stress that the dog is going through on a daily basis is not healthy at all. If we can give him something that will help remove that horrible stress and it is only there for a short period of time it is worth it. I have tried using some all natural herbal anxiety remedies and have had mixed results. From my experience they do not always work as well and are rather pricey. When I was going through anxiety issues with my dog I started off with an all-natural herbal product that was $30.00 per bottle and that didn’t even last a month. I switched to a fluoxetine and was spending $10.00 a month. It is a good idea to hire a trainer to help you with this. It is also a good idea for the vet, trainer, and owner to work together as a team in solving this.
A couple things you can try along with the fluoxetine that are natural that could be helpful are DAP (Dog Appeasing Pheromone), a Thundershirt, and different relaxing music.

Lets talk about how to get the anxiety to cease. The ultimate goal is going to be the human leaving the house and the dog not caring. One of the first things you can start to do is incorporate a cue that lets your dog know you will be back. I usually say, “Be right back.”  This is the last thing the dog hears you say before you leave. That means the next thing that follows it in regards to you is that you are coming back. With repetition he will start to associate you saying, “be right back” with you coming back.  You can do lots of repetition of this. Say your phrase, step outside for 1 second, come back in and reward him. He will start to associate you leaving and coming back with good things. Each time you do this increase the amount of time you are outside. In the beginning your dog will be very concerned with you leaving.  After some repetition he will know exactly what is going on and will start to relax when you do it.

The next exercise is going to consist of some auto-shaping. For this you will need something that has a hole in it like a Kong and something awesome to put inside of it like Peanut Butter. The idea with this is to keep the dog busy and focused on something besides the human. I like to use a crate for this because we can create a place of comfort. Every case will be different though so use your best judgment. The idea is that we are going to give the dog something it really enjoys for a short period of time and we are going to stay right next to the dog. The first time you do this do it for like 5 minutes. After 5 minutes tell the dog “okay” and safely remove the Kong and PB. If you cannot safely remove it do not attempt. The next time you do this increase the amount of time that he is in the crate with the Kong, and also take a baby step away creating more distance. Remember to stay stationary during this exercise. If you move around there is a good chance the dog will notice which could result with him focusing on you and potentially getting anxious. Continue this pattern. If done correctly you will get to the point where you will be able to be out of sight and your dog will be comfortable with that. A quick tip in regards to the Kong and Peanut Butter: You can put the Kong and PB in the freezer prior to this exercise to make it last longer.

These are just a couple ideas on how to help your dog be more comfortable when you are out of sight. Remember to take baby steps to ensure your dog stays comfortable. If you try to rush this you will just end up with an anxious dog. Once again hiring a trainer could be very helpful with this process.
Remember that to fix this issue it is going to take dedication. It is going to be very important to practice protocols multiple times a day. Also remember to stay very patient.
Thanks for reading!

10 Things Your Vet Wants You To Know

Written on 01/05/2012 by Brandy Arnold 

original post: http://dogingtonpost.com/things-your-vet-wants-know/#.UoplllMpi88

Throughout our own lives, we learn the basics of human health and wellness – maintain a healthy weight, brush our teeth, wash our hands, etc. But, did you know there are basics of dog health and wellness, too? Wendy C. Fries of WebMD compiled this list of the 10 things your vet wants you to know to keep your dog healthy, happy, and safe.
10 Things Your Vet Wants You To Know

1. Regular Exams are Vital
Just like you, your pet can get heart problems, develop arthritis, or have a toothache. The best way to prevent such problems or catch them early is to see your veterinarian every year.
Regular exams are “the single most important way to keep pets healthy,” says Kara M. Burns, MS, Med, LVT, president of the Academy of Veterinary Nutrition Technicians.
Annual vet visits should touch on nutrition and weight control, says Oregon veterinarian Marla J. McGeorge, DVM, as well as cover recommended vaccinations, parasite control, dental exam, and health screenings.
2. Spay and Neuter Your Pets
Eight million to 10 million pets end up in U.S. shelters every year. Some are lost, some have been abandoned, and some are homeless.
Here’s an easy way to avoid adding to that number — spay and neuter your cats and dogs. It’s a procedure that can be performed as early as six to eight weeks of age.
Spaying and neutering doesn’t just cut down on the number of unwanted pets; it has other substantial benefits for your pet. Studies show it also lowers the risk of certain cancers, Burns tells WebMD, and reduces a pet’s risk of getting lost by decreasing the tendency to roam.
3. Prevent Parasites
Fleas are the most common external parasite that can plague pets, and they can lead to irritated skin, hair loss, hot spots, and infection. Fleas can also introduce other parasites into your cat or dog. All it takes is for your pet to swallow one flea, and it can to end up with tapeworms, the most common internal parasite affecting dogs and cats.
Year-round prevention is key, says McGeorge, who suggests regular flea and intestinal parasite control, as well as heartworm prevention in endemic areas.
Because some parasite medications made for dogs can be fatal to cats, talk to your vet about keeping your precious pets worm-free, flea-free — and safe.
4. Maintain a Healthy Weight
Many dogs and cats in the U.S. are overweight or obese. And just like people, obesity in pets comes with health risks that include diabetes, arthritis, and cancer.
Overfeeding is the leading cause of obesity, says Douglas, who adds that keeping our pets trim can add years to their lives.
Because pets need far fewer calories than most of us think — as little as 185-370 a day for a small, inactive dog; just 240-350 calories daily for a 10-pound cat — talk to your vet, who can make feeding suggestions based on your pet’s age, weight, and lifestyle.
5. Get Regular Vaccinations
For optimal health, pets need regular vaccinations against common ills, such as rabies, distemper, feline leukemia, and canine hepatitis.
How often your dog or cat needs to be immunized depends on their age, lifestyle, health, and risks, says McGeorge, so talk to your vet about the vaccinations that make sense for your pet.
6. Provide an Enriched Environment
An enriched environment is another key to the long-term health and welfare of your canine and feline friends, says C.A. Tony Buffington, DVM, PhD, a veterinary nutritionist and professor at Ohio State University Veterinary Medical Center in Columbus.
Pets need mental stimulation, say the pros, which may mean daily walks for your pooch, and scratching posts, window perches, and toys for your cat. It means play time with you, which not only keeps your pet’s muscles toned and boredom at bay, it also strengthens your bond with your four-footed companions.
7. ID Microchip Your Pet
Lack of identification means as few as 14% of pets ever find their way home after getting lost. Fortunately, “microchipping allows for the pet to be reunited with its family,” no matter how far away it is when found, Burns says.
About the size of a rice grain, a microchip is inserted under the skin in less than a second. It needs no battery and can be scanned by a vet or an animal control officer in seconds.
Be sure to register the chip ID with the chip’s maker. A current registration is the vital last step in making certain your pet can always find his way home.
8. Pets Need Dental Care, Too
Just like you, your pet can suffer from gum disease, tooth loss, and tooth pain. And just like you, regular brushing and oral cleanings help keep your pet’s teeth strong and healthy.
“Dental disease is one of the most common preventable illnesses in pets,” Ohio veterinarian Vanessa Douglas tells WebMD, “yet many people never even look in their pet’s mouths.”
It’s estimated 80% of dogs and 70% cats show signs of dental disease by age three, leading to abscesses, loose teeth, and chronic pain. In addition to regular dental cleanings by your vet, “periodontal disease can be avoided by proper dental care by owners,” Douglas says. Owner care includes brushing, oral rinses, and dental treats. Your vet is a good source of information about brushing techniques, oral rinses, and dental treats.
9. Never Give Pets People Medication
Medicines made for humans can kill your pet, says Georgia veterinarian Jean Sonnenfield, DVM. As a matter of fact, in 2010 the ASPCA listed human drugs in the top 10 pet toxins.
NSAIDs like ibuprofen and naproxen are the most common pet poisoning culprits, but antidepressants, decongestants, muscle relaxants, and acetaminophen are just a few of the human drugs that pose health risks to pets. Human drugs can cause kidney damage, seizures, and cardiac arrest in a dog or cat.
If you suspect your pet has consumed your medication — or anything toxic — call the 24-hour ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. Also be sure to immediately check with your vet, and if it is during evening or weekend hours when your regular veterinary clinic may be closed, check for a local 24-hour emergency veterinary clinic and take your pet there for an examination. Many metropolitan areas have these clinics.
10. Proper Restraint in a Vehicle
You buckle up for safety when you’re in the car, shouldn’t your pet? Unrestrained pets in a car are a distraction to the driver, and can put driver and pet at risk for serious injury, “or worse,” says veterinarian Douglas. To keep pets safe in transit:

• Never allow pets to travel in the front seat, where they’re at risk of severe injury or death if the airbag deploys.
• Don’t let dogs ride with their head out the window or untethered in the back of a truck bed. Both practices put them at risk of being thrown from the vehicle in the event of an accident.
• To keep pets safe, confine cats to carriers, suggests Douglas, then secure the carrier with a seatbelt. For dogs, there’s the option of a special harness attached to a seat belt, or a well-secured kennel.

Read the list in it’s entirety here. Now that you know the top 10 things your vet wants you to know, do you have any other helpful tips for dog owners? Tell us about them below!

Keeping Dogs and Kids Safe Together

Written on 11/12/2013 by Kevin Duggan, CPDT-KA

original post:http://dogingtonpost.com/keeping-dogs-and-kids-safe-together/#.Uopk71Mpi88

It is important to teach children at a young age how to respect animals. I see pictures and videos online often of small children sitting and jumping on dogs, while the dogs have very stressed looks on their faces. Usually it is accompanied by “the dog just bit the child out of the blue.” In response to this, very rarely does a dog bite without showing signs prior. It is our job as dog owners to be aware of these signs, and not put our children or dogs in a dangerous position. Try to think of it the same way as if you were lying on the ground resting and somebody started sitting and jumping on you. You probably would not like it too much either. So why should a dog have to tolerate it?
Some signs of a stressed dog include:
-Panting. (If a dog is panting and it is not directly after exercise, it is probably stress related.)
-Whale eye. (Seeing the whites of the dog’s eyes.)
-Ears back.
-Lips stretched all the way back toward ears.
-Tongue Flick/ Lip Lick.
-Growling.
*These can all be precursors to a bite.
For some dogs the presence of a child is enough to make them feel uneasy. This is due to a couple factors. Kids move around quickly, make a lot of loud noises, and are rather unpredictable. If you combine those with being sat on, or jumped on you can easily have a situation where a dog bites because it feels it has no other choice.
Things children should not do to dogs:
-Climb all over them. (Dogs are not jungle gyms.)
-Ride them.
-Poke, Pinch, or Punch them.
-Interfere with them during mealtime.
-Be unsupervised with them.
If your dog is nervous around children start to give him things that he loves when children are around. These things should be small and easily consumable. e.g. pieces of cheese, pieces of hot dog, turkey, chicken etc. For some cases it is a good idea to contact a trainer or a behaviorist that uses scientific methods to help.
One last thing that is also very important to teach children is to ask before they pet a strange dog. I always thank kids for asking before they pet my dog. I also remind them that they should ask if they forgot to.

Kevin is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT.org)  and is a Canine Good Citizen Evaluator through the American Kennel Club. He currently resides in Ohio with his dog, V, a six-year-old Shepherd/Lab mix, where he operates All Dogs Go To Kevin, LLC, specializing in helping build positive relationships between humans and their canine companions using clear communication, not pain and fear. For more training tips and tricks, and to meet his amazing dog, V,  follow him on Facebook by clicking here.

Ask the Trainer: Helping a Dog Overcome a Fear During Walks

Written on 11/15/2013 by Kevin Duggan, CPDT-KA 

original post:http://dogingtonpost.com/ask-the-trainer-helping-a-dog-overcome-a-fear-during-walks/#.UopkjVMpi88

Dear Kevin,
What do you do, when your dog is scared to death of skateboards? Coco is a big gal, so when one pops up, she about tears my arm off to get away. Skate boards are everywhere, so it is hard to go anywhere without running into one.
-Jennifer

Hey Jennifer,
I would like to help you keep your arm in your socket. My first recommendation is to find something that Coco absolutely loves. E.g. string cheese, hot dogs, turkey, chicken, a toy etc. This is going to be used to help her build a positive association when she sees the scary skateboards. My second recommendation is to use a double leash system. The freedom harness is a wonderful tool because it has two different places to hook a leash on. One of which can be connected to your belt. This is important because with that fear, she is obviously a flight risk. Safety first I always say.
With these tools we can move forward with the rehabilitation. The best way to fix this is going to be to introduce very low levels of this stimuli while giving Coco things that she loves. I recommend getting a skateboard and putting it in a room with you and Coco. Just leave it there and do not touch it. We do not want any movement in regards to the skateboard because it may startle her. The next step is going to be tossing whatever she loves all around it. The ultimate goal is for you to place her treats on top of the skateboard and her to get them off confidently. It may take a few different sessions of this before she confidently takes the treat off of it. You can encourage her to get close to the skateboard , but do not force her to. Let her adjust at her own pace. When she is doing that with confidence start to slowly move the skateboard around with your hand while continuing to reward her. With repetition she should start to tolerate skateboards, or even start to enjoy the presence of one.
This next part involves the harness leash system that I mentioned previously. This is because the next thing I recommend is going out into the environment where you usually encounter these skateboards. The most important thing is distance. The closer she is to these people on skateboards the more frightened she will be. Start off extremely far away so that she can see them but it doesn’t make her that uncomfortable. Start giving her the things she loves. If that is going smoothly and she is getting confident start to decrease your distance from the skateboards. Moving closer may not be possible in the first session. Do not rush this as it’s all about Coco staying comfortable. If at any point she starts getting uncomfortable start moving further away. More distance should make her feel better.
Do this at her pace and she should start to feel more comfortable in the presence of skateboards. Remember to stay patient and positive as this can take some time to conquer.

Thank you for the question!
Kevin Duggan CPDT-KA
Kevin is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT.org)  and is a Canine Good Citizen Evaluator through the American Kennel Club. He currently resides in Ohio with his dog, V, a six-year-old Shepherd/Lab mix, where he operates All Dogs Go To Kevin, LLC, specializing in helping build positive relationships between humans and their canine companions using clear communication, not pain and fear. For more training tips and tricks, and to meet his amazing dog, V,  follow him on Facebook by clicking here.

Upcoming Pet Friendly Join Us at Community Beer Company for Craft Beer and Support Texas Humane Legislation Network (THLN) Saturday, November 23, 2013, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Join Us at Community Beer Company for Craft Beer and Support Texas Humane Legislation Network (THLN)

Event Date & Time
Saturday, November 23, 2013, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Event Description

Join us at Community Beer Company and Support THLN!
Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door.
http://www.thln.org/index.cfm?pageID=34D7F6D9-3048-C277-11400B1D4CE9BD21
THLN will receive a percentage of the proceeds from ticket sales! We need to bring in at least 50 people to reach our goal. Enter promo code THLN when you order tickets in advance, or be sure to mention THLN when you pay at the door. Click here to go directly to online ordering. Click on “enter promotional code” at the order screen.
Join us for award winning craft beer, live music, food trucks, a raffle and support THLN! Kids and dogs welcome!
For more information, email aalonzo@thln.org. See you there!
Event Location
Community Beer Company
1530 Inspiration Drive, Suite 200
Dallas, TX 75207

Upcoming Pet Friendly Peace, Love & Paws Saturday, November 23, 2013, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Peace, Love & Paws

Event Date & Time
Saturday, November 23, 2013, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Event Description

Saturday, November 23rd will be the Peace, Love & Paws event at Strokers Dallas. Several local rescue groups will be here with animals for adoption as well as pet related vendors and low cost vaccinations.
There is still room for a few more rescue groups and pet related vendors. Call Jenn at Strokers for more information (214) 357-0707 or email jennifer@strokersdallas.com.

Event Location
Strokers Dallas
9304 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas, TX 75235

Upcoming Pet Friendly Events Howliday Pet Photos Saturday, November 23, 2013, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Howliday Pet Photos

Event Date & Time
Saturday, November 23, 2013, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Event Description

Recycled Poms will be hosting a Christmas photo shoot on Nov. 23rd from 10-3

at Barney’s Ranch.

$20 for 1 dog, $5 for each additional dog. Families welcome also.

You will get to take your photos home that day on a CD.

Event Location
Barney’s Ranch
1932 N I-35 E (Stemmons Freeway)
Carrollton, TX 75006

Upcoming Pet Friendly Events-Low Cost Vaccinations and Spay/Neuter Friday, November 22, 2013, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Low Cost Vaccinations and Spay/Neuter

Event Date & Time
Friday, November 22, 2013, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Event Description

Low Cost Vaccinations and Spay/Neuter Sureries
9995 Monroe Dr #201
Dallas, TX 75229
Open
Fridays 8am for surgery check in
Fridays 1p-6p for vaccinations and outpatient visits
Prices – Dogs
Rabies     $10
DHP (Distemper/Parvo)     $20
Bordetella     $13
Intestinal Parasite Screen (Fecal)     $15
Heartworm Test     $25
6 month injectable Heartworm Prevention $35-65
Microchip    $35
Dog Combo - Includes: DHP, Rabies, Bordetella     $35
Dog Super Combo - Includes: Dog Combo + HW Test     $55
Puppy Package - Includes entire puppy series: 3x DHP, Rabies, Bordatella, Intestinal Parasite Screen, 3 dewormings ($120 Value!)     $95
Puppy Package Plus - —Includes Puppy Package plus heartworm prevention pills and injection at 6 months of age ($210 value)     $150
Canine Neuter — Price Varies in this range with pet’s weight     $65-95
Canine Spay — Price Varies in this range with pet’s weight. Females must be under 35 lbs and 7 years of age     $75-95
Exam     $25
To Schedule a Surgery, please visit outreachclinic.com
Event Location
Outreach Animal Clinic
9995 Monroe Dr #201
Dallas, TX 75229

Upcoming Pet Friendly Events-Pet Paradise Pet Food Drive Monday, November 18, 2013 - Tuesday, December 31, 2013, All Day

Pet Paradise Pet Food Drive

Event Date & Time
Monday, November 18, 2013 - Tuesday, December 31, 2013, All Day

Event Description


With the holiday season fast approaching, Pet Paradise Resort, a luxury pet boarding company, is giving back to pets in the community. Now through December 31, local residents can stop by Pet Paradise Plano Premier and Plano Custer to donate pet food. As a special thanks to donors for their helping hand, Pet Paradise will give a complimentary night of boarding to each person who donates 20 pounds of pet food or more. The Plano Premier location will be donating to Take Me Home Pet Rescue and the Plano Custer location will be donating to the North Texas Pet Food Pantry.

Donations can be dropped off at:
Pet Paradise Plano Premier
Benefiting Take Me Home Pet Rescue
3365 Premier Drive
Plano, Texas 75023 and
Pet Paradise Plano Custer
Benefiting North Texas Pet Food Pantry
2280 Kathryn Lane
Plano, Texas 75025

Upcoming Pet Friendly Events- Furry Friends Fiesta benefiting Take Me Home Pet Rescue Saturday, November 16, 2013, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Furry Friends Fiesta benefiting Take Me Home Pet Rescue

Event Date & Time
Saturday, November 16, 2013, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Event Description

Join us on Saturday, November 16, at Casa Milagro (click here for a map) from 6:30 – 9:00 pm for our annual holiday fundraiser! Tickets are $40 per person, and all proceeds go directly towards saving many, many more deserving dogs and cats from local shelters, the streets, and abusive or neglectful situations. Enjoy a delicious full Mexican buffet, yummy desserts, a silent auction, and the company of fellow animal lovers. Click here to purchase your tickets now.

Event Location
Casa Milagro
1403 E. Campbell Rd #110
Richardson, TX 75081

Upcoming Pet Friendly Events-Pedal for Paws Saturday, November 16, 2013, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Pedal for Paws

Event Date & Time
Saturday, November 16, 2013, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Event Description

The 2nd annual Pedal for Paws Mountain Bike Challenge benefiting Greyhound Adoption League of Texas (GALT) will be held Saturday, November 16 from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. All skill levels and all ages welcome for this family friendly event.
Prizes awarded for Most Laps Male and Female and Fastest Lap for Junior, Male and Female. Cost is $15 per registrant. L.B. Houston Nature Preserve mountain bike trail is located in Dallas on California Crossing Road near I-35 and Northwest Highway. The trail is maintained by Dallas Off-Road Bicycle Association (DORBA) and is rated as a beginner-level trail. To register go to www.PedalForPaws.org.
GALT is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit all-volunteer group dedicated to placing all greyhounds, primarily those that competed and trained for racing, and sight hounds into loving homes. GALT facilitates the adoption of greyhounds by providing kennel services and foster homes along with their medical needs, including spay and neuter, assisting them in the transition from track-life to home-life, and educating the public about why the greyhound has been a favored companion dog for more than 4,000 years. To learn more about GALT go to www.GALTX.org.
For more information, please email poobgoneonline@gmail.com or call (972) 247-2964.
Event Location
L.B. Houston Nature Preserve Mountain Bike Trail
1773 California Crossing
Irving, TX 75039

Upcoming Pet Friendly Events-Hot Dog: Dachshund Rescue at Woof Gang Bakery N. Richland Hills Saturday, November 16, 2013, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Hot Dog: Dachshund Rescue at Woof Gang Bakery N. Richland Hills

Event Date & Time
Saturday, November 16, 2013, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Event Description


Are you or someone you know looking for a new best friend?
Then come down to Woof Gang Bakery North Richland Hills Saturday, November 16!
We will be hosting an adoption meet-and-greet with the DFW Dachshund Rescue from 1-3.
Come meet these cuddly, weeny dogs and help them find their forever home.
For more information, please call 817-581-7038 or email richlandhills@woofgangbakery.com.
Event Location
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming
9147 Boulevard 26 #490
North Richland Hills, TX 76180

Upcoming Pet Friendly Events-Low Cost Vaccinations and Spay/Neuter Friday, November 15, 2013, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Low Cost Vaccinations and Spay/Neuter

Event Date & Time
Friday, November 15, 2013, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Event Description

Low Cost Vaccinations and Spay/Neuter Sureries
9995 Monroe Dr #201
Dallas, TX 75229
Open
Fridays 8am for surgery check in
Fridays 1p-6p for vaccinations and outpatient visits
Prices – Dogs
Rabies     $10
DHP (Distemper/Parvo)     $20
Bordetella     $13
Intestinal Parasite Screen (Fecal)     $15
Heartworm Test     $25
6 month injectable Heartworm Prevention $35-65
Microchip    $35
Dog Combo - Includes: DHP, Rabies, Bordetella     $35
Dog Super Combo - Includes: Dog Combo + HW Test     $55
Puppy Package - Includes entire puppy series: 3x DHP, Rabies, Bordatella, Intestinal Parasite Screen, 3 dewormings ($120 Value!)     $95
Puppy Package Plus - —Includes Puppy Package plus heartworm prevention pills and injection at 6 months of age ($210 value)     $150
Canine Neuter — Price Varies in this range with pet’s weight     $65-95
Canine Spay — Price Varies in this range with pet’s weight. Females must be under 35 lbs and 7 years of age     $75-95
Exam     $25
To Schedule a Surgery, please visit outreachclinic.com
Event Location
Outreach Animal Clinic
9995 Monroe Dr #201
Dallas, TX 75229

Upcoming Pet Friendly Events-K9s for Warriors Breakfast Fundraiser Thursday, November 14, 2013, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

K9s for Warriors Breakfast Fundraiser

Event Date & Time
Thursday, November 14, 2013, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Event Description


The Bark Breakfast, Nov. 14 at the Omni Dallas Hotel, will raise money for K9s For Warriors. A local veteran will be honored at the dog-friendly event, which will be hosted by author Wendy Diamond. Tickets, starting at $116 (includes breakfast treats and an autographed copy of Diamond’s new book, How to Train Your Boss to Roll Over), are available at crowdrise.com/dallask9s4warriors.
—info provided by Dog About Town
Event Location
Omni Dallas Convention Center Hotel
555 S. Lamar St
Dallas, TX 75202