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What's Age Got to Do with It? Caring for Geriatric Horses

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By: Sacha AdornoPublished: Feb 4, 2019

Horses, like humans, are individuals. They show signs of aging at different rates.

PHILADELPHIA, PA--The idea that age is but a number is as true for animals as it is for humans. Horses, especially ponies, are routinely living to the mid-twenties and even thirties. Often, the equines still enjoy life, work, or performing into their third decade.

Joey the Senior Cat Triumphs Over Illness with Help from Friends

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By: Sacha AdornoPublished: Feb 4, 2019

Considered a “senior cat,” Joey is at a time in his life when clinicians recommend wellness visits twice a year.

   

For most of his life, Joey was a happy, healthy cat—never sick and always in charge. With nary a sniffle, the scrappy domestic short hair has lived with his owner Amanda Arrowood since he was found as a kitten in West Philadelphia. But, at the age of 13, Joey started losing weight and suffering from chronic diarrhea.

“When he first got sick, I tried medication for worms, which didn’t help,” said Arrowood, an ICU nurse at Penn Vet’s Ryan Hospital. Joey also saw his regular veterinarian, who couldn’t pinpoint the problem or a solution despite efforts with diet and medication.

Shelter medicine is on a roll

 

A new mobile unit for Penn Vet's Shelter Medicine program is getting rolling this spring, bringing state-of-the-art veterinary care into animal shelters and underserved communities. Veterinarians Brittany Watson and Chelsea Reinhard led the program’s efforts.

   

PHILADELPHIA, PA (February 2019)--(CNBNewsnet)--According to the Humane Society of the United States, nationally an estimated 70 million dogs and cats lack a home. Of those, about 6.5 million wind up in shelters each year. Ensuring that more of these pets find a loving, caring home—and receive the proper veterinary care to stay there—is a daunting challenge, one that motivates the veterinarians and students who make up the Shelter Medicine Program in Penn’s School of Veterinary Medicine.

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: Loving a Special Needs Dog

 

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People often ask why I care for elderly and special needs dogs. I generally answer by saying that they need me. But the truth is, I need them.

 

   There are many folks whose main priority in life is to nurture. We thrive only when having someone to care for. When a rescue reaches out to me, describing a small dog  abandoned because of blindness, old age, or other disabilities I step in. I can’t say no.

What to Do If You Get Bitten by a Dog

 

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ(CNBNewsnet)(February 6, 2019)You never expect to be bitten by a dog. While it’s commonly believed that most dog bites happen at the park, half of them occur in the home where the dog lives. While adults are a common target because their size might be considered threatening to the animal, around 20 percent of dog bites happen to children.

Here’s what to do if you get bitten by a dog.

Get the Animal Secured or Escape the Area

The first thing to do is to stop the threat. If the animal’s owner is nearby, they can be very helpful in calling their K9 by his or her name and encouraging them to calm down. The owner’s reassurance that you’re not a threat to them is often enough to reduce the dog’s anxiety level and discontinue their natural fight or flight response.

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: When Fido Doesn't Fit

Trixie--a perfect fit!

 

 

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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (February 2, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)--Having worked with dogs for most of my life I have discovered that a few dogs do not “fit” the families that have adopted them.

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: Traveling With Pets

 

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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (January 26, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)--  Recently, there has been an increase in individuals and families that invest in campers and vans and hit the road after selling most of their belongings. I am one of those individuals! In order to make it a joyous adventure for me—and my dogs—I’ve studied many tutorials and educated myself about caring for my pets during my travels.

 

   It is important to make sure your pets are travel-worthy. Get them up to date on shots before traveling across state lines. Take care of teeth-cleaning; remember, you’ll be living in a smaller space and smells will seem stronger! A bad tooth can be a source of bad breath!

 

   Research nearby veterinarians and keep their numbers handy in case of emergencies. Likewise, alert your home vet about your travels so he or she doesn’t think you abandoned the practice! And don't forget to pack a supply of heartworm medication, especially if you'll be traveling to rural or swampy areas where mosquitoes are prevalent.

Penn Vet Launches Mobile Clinic

 

Brings More Lifesaving Services to Philadelphia Area Animal Shelters

[January 18, 2019, Philadelphia, PA] In 2016, there were 50,000 animal intakes in the Philadelphia region’s animal shelters. The University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine (Penn Vet) Shelter Medicine Program provides clinical care support to several of these shelters and works to reduce the number of animals entering them to begin with. The program is about to increase its regional reach and impact with the Penn Vet Mobile Clinic, a new 40-foot-long facility-on-wheels that will help more vulnerable animals.

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: SNOW DAY

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   GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (January 19, 2019)--If your dog enjoys snow there are a few things to remember to make Fido’s winter safe.

   Long-haired breeds should not be shaved. The outer layer of fur protects him from heat and cold. With his winter coat he can safely be outdoors for an hour or so of supervised play.

Two Indicted for Animal Cruelty in Ocean County

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: When a Pet Dies/CNBNewsnet

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When a beloved friend or relative dies people are quick to console the bereaved. However, when a pet dies the loss is often overlooked.

 

   We treasure our pets and consider them part of the family and their passing causes an inexplainable void in our lives. If someone close to you suffers this kind of loss, it is acceptable to console him or her in any way you feel appropriate. Remember that the owner is suffering and will appreciate your support.

 

If you have questions about this or any other dog-related issue, please contact me at 856.981.8957. There is never a fee for phone or email consultation.

 Pictured: Bonnie and Cosmo, the author's dogs. Bonnie died at a young age for a Beagle. Her bestie, Cosmo, died two weeks later. They were inseparable.

Wado udohiyu, (Thank you very much in the Cherokee language)

Dawn Watson

Owner, Brother of the Wolf, LLC

Located in the heart of Gloucester City, NJ

Gloucester County offering free rabies clinics in 2019 starting January 12

(Sewell, NJ) – Gloucester County Freeholder Director Robert M. Damminger and Freeholder Jim Jefferson said that the Department of Health and Human Services will hold Rabies Clinics in 2019 starting in early Jan. andlasting until April, offering free rabies shots for pets.

Freeholder Director Robert M. Damminger said, "Rabies is adangerous disease that can infect our pets, and lead to pets infecting humans.These free clinics offer a way for pet owners to easily comply with rabiesvaccine updates and protect our pets and our communities from this disease."

FOX 29: Dispute between dog walkers in South Philadelphia park ends with punch, fatal injury

 

SOUTH PHILADELPHIA (WTXF) - Authorities say a dispute between two people who were walking dogs at a South Philadelphia park ended when one punched the other, causing a fatal injury.

Police say the 38-year-year old victim and his fiancee were walking a dog at Gold Star Park when they came across another man and his unleashed dog just before 9 p.m. Saturday.

Witnesses say the victim asked the man to not let the animal run free. The other man became angry and punched the victim in the face, causing the victim to fall backward and hit his head on the ground.

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New Year' Eve Tips for Helping An Anxious Pet

Parties aren't for everyone.....Keep your pets safe this New Years Eve

The Gloucester Township Police Department released the following information about keeping your pets safe on New Year's Eve.

 

While New Year’s Eve celebrations are fun for us humans, our furry companions can easily become scared during the festivities. Many pets become scared at the sound of fireworks or noisy music, and you can risk your pet trying to run away – in fact many shelters see a greater number of lost dogs following the holidays.

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: Puppies

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 GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (December 29, 2018)--  Dogs are individuals and their personalities show up shortly after birth.

 

   If you’ve ever had the opportunity to view a litter from birth to seven or eight weeks old you’ll notice that there is a definite hierarchy within the pack. Generally, a male will take the Alpha role, submitting only to its mother. He will stand or roll over other pack members over in order to show dominance. This trait will generally continue throughout his life.

Additional Animal Cruelty Charges Filed Against Shamong Woman

Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina announced that additional charges have been filed against a Shamong Township woman who was arrested last month after New Jersey State Police found 44 deceased dogs on her property and more than 150 others that were alive but being kept in substandard, inhumane conditions.

Donna Roberts, 65, of the 500 block of Oakshade Road, was charged with three counts of Animal Cruelty (one Third Degree, two Fourth Degree) and 15 counts of Unlawful Confinement (Disorderly Persons). Roberts had a first appearance in Superior Court in Mount Holly today on the additional charges. She was not detained, but as a condition of her release she has been forbidden from owning, possessing or caring for any animals.

Egg Harbor Residents Charged with Death of a Dog Named "Gucci"; the Animal Starved to Death

MAYS LANDING- A man and a woman have been charged in connection to the death of a starved pit bull dog, Atlantic County Prosecutor Damon G. Tyner announced.

Trent Brewer, 22, and Oniesha Noble, 23, both of 311 Booker Ave., Egg Harbor Township, are both charged with animal cruelty, causing bodily injury resulting in death to a living animal by failing to provide the dog with necessary care, a crime of the third degree.

Going out of the box to learn to treat exotic creatures

 

Staff veterinarian Peter DiGeronimo oversees students Stefan Gallini, a third-year, and Lauren Palena, a first-year, as they perform a check up on Blaze, a Mini Lop rabbit. DiGeronimo, himself a Penn Vet alum, supports students with a penchant for treating exotic species in finding opportunities to bolster their classroom and clinical training.

   

PHILADELPHIA, PA--Rebecca Revay, a fourth-year veterinary student at Penn, never had a dog growing up. Instead, her home’s animal census included “red-eared sliders, fire-bellied toads, some parrots, guinea pigs, hamsters, a lot of fish tanks, and a couple snakes,” she says.

GOOD NEWS: Trump Signs the Farm Bill Making Dog and Cat Meat Illegal in the United States

 

December 21, 2018 12:19 AM Eastern Standard Time

WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On December 20th, in a groundbreaking victory for animals in the United States and across the world, the “Dog and Cat Meat Prohibition
Act” was signed into law by President Trump as a provision of the Farm Bill. The bill was spearheaded and sponsored by the Animal Hope and Wellness Foundation (AHWF), a nonprofit that rescues dogs and cats from the dog and cat meat trade abroad. The Act makes it a federal offense to slaughter, trade and import/export dogs and cats for human consumption, a practice that was previously legal in 44 states.

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: Housebreaking

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  GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (December 15, 2018)Here is the easiest way in which to housebreak your dog:

 

1.     Take the dog outside. Say, “Go potty” in a calm, firm voice.

 

2.    If the dog is successful, praise him and reward him.

 

3.    If the dog is unsuccessful bring him back into the house and crate or otherwise separate him for about ten minutes.

 

4.    If the dog urinates in the house during this period of time, say “No” and quickly take him outside. Repeat Step #1.

 

5.    If the dog does not urinate in the house take him outside within ten minutes and repeat Step #1.

 

   Always praise a successful trip outdoors.

 

 

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: The Grieving Dog

 

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Dogs grieve. Their grief may be perceived as something different than the grief experienced by humans but when someone with whom Fido has become attached is no longer there, he will let you know his feelings.

 

   When a close member of Fido’s pack passes away he may act lethargic, whine and seem to be looking for the beloved person or animal, or stop eating. Be comforted in knowing that this behavior will recede in time.

PET VET: Pennsylvania Farm Show 2019 Jan. 5; Free Series for Horse Owners & Enthusiasts Alike

 

 

• Saturday, January 05, 2019
•  8:00 AM –5:00 PM

• Address: North Cameron and Maclay Streets
• Location: Harrisburg, PA

Pennsylvania Farm Show

Equine Field Service on the Beat for Clydesdale Cops

 

By: Sacha AdornoPublished: Dec 5, 2018

The New Castle County Mounted Patrol Unit getting into the holiday spirit. From left, Officer Annone on Warden, Officer Nicholson on Diesel, Corporal Shughart on Spartan, Officer Lockett on Seahawk, Sergeant Henasey on Elvis, and Corporal Crum on Wrangler

   

Clydesdale cops Spartan and Julio help keep the peace in northern Delaware, so the horses’ massive bodies must always be up to the task. With their human riders, the equine officers police parks, neighborhoods, and community events as members of the New Castle County (NCC) Mounted Patrol Unit.  When recent eye issues bothered both horses, their sergeant called New Bolton Center’s Equine Field Service.

Shelter Medicine Program Expands Shelter and Community Outreach

 

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By: Sacha AdornoPublished: Dec 5, 2018

Dr. Brittany Watson (at right) supervises a vaccination given by Penn Vet students in the Hunting Park neighborhood of Philadelphia.

   

Every year, 6.5 million stray or surrendered animals enter shelters, 1.5 million of them are euthanized. In Philadelphia, the city’s shelter alone admitted 19,000 animals last year.

Enter Penn Vet’s Shelter Medicine program with a mission that includes keeping animals from ending up in shelters at all. The program helps improve the lives of the city’s most at-risk animals. And early next year it will start covering more ground with a mobile clinic.

 

Dawn Watson's Just Sayin': The Room-mate

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   For the first time in my life I have a female room-mate.

   Although I’ve had one or two (ahem) gentlemen as room-mates my current one is a young friend of the family whom I solicited because I need help.

 

   There’s definitely a Yin and Yang to this and we are still working on it. It goes something like this:

Roomie: Good morning! I made fresh coffee! How did you sleep? It’s cold outside…

Me: blub flof foo… (things I say when half-asleep).

 

  

   On the other hand when she comes home from a long day at work and a one-hour commute, I’m full of pent-up energy. It goes something like this:

TSA announces opportunity to become a certified cargo screening canine

 

WASHINGTON —  The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced on Tuesday in a Federal Register notice that qualified explosives detection canine teams and canine team providers now have the opportunity to become a registered Certified Cargo Screening Facility- Canine (CCSF-K9) under TSA's Certified Cargo Screening Program-Canine (CCSP-K9). The program fulfills a requirement in the TSA Modernization Act of 2018 to develop standards for the use of third-party canines for air cargo screening, and allows TSA to expand its network of certified screening canines to enhance aviation security.

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: Moving Day

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   You're all ready to move into a new apartment or house. Boxes fill every nook and cranny and excitement is high.

   But, what about Fido?

   Dogs pick up on their family's emotions and sometimes react negatively to them. When you anticipate moving you may witness changes in your dog's habits and personality. That's because dogs have a heightened sense of instinct.

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: SPEAKING OF DOGS

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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (November 24, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--One of the major complaints I hear from dog owners concerns attention-seeking behavior.

   Dogs will do anything for attention. Even negative behaviors that they understand are unacceptable will be utilized if the dog has something to ‘say’.

 

   Most long-term owners recognize their dog’s individual verbalizations and respond to them. However, a newly adopted or unfamiliar dog may not be able to get his meaning across.

 

   My room-mate’s dog, Molly has a unique, clear language. She lets her owner know when she wants to go outside, when it’s time to eat, and when she needs her tummy rubbed. It’s a delightful communication system and she is never corrected when she ‘speaks’ to us!

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: Emotions in Dogs

 

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I am often told about dogs that are “jealous”, “ashamed”, “guilty” or “spiteful”. These descriptive terms come under the example of anthropomorphisms.

 

   The simple explanation of anthropomorphism is the false idea that animals can manifest human emotions when in fact, they do not possess that capability.

 

   A scenario in which Fido appears “jealous” would be when he seeks his owner’s attention while the owner is playing with another dog. This is a case of survival and hierarchy—Fido does not wish to lose his position of favor with his owner and therefore, seeks his owner’s approval.

Pet Disaster Relief Trailer Prepared for Emergencies

 

(Lindenwold, NJ)(November 2018)(CNBNewsnet)-– Camden County is now equipped with a state-of-the-art AKC Pet Disaster Relief Trailer that will be available to dispatch to any disaster scenes that need assistance sheltering pets.

Pets Sniffing for Science Helping Humanity

PHILADELPHIA, PA (November 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Bonnie, a sleek border collie mix, is practically vibrating with excitement. After getting a signal to start her search, her owners release her. She bounds, snuffling and wriggling, to a stainless-steel wheel, roughly 4 feet in diameter, with 12 numbered ports along its edge. Upon locating her target, she crouches down to signal her find, only to spring back up as she hears a mechanical click and cries of, “Good girl! Well done!” She finds her owner to receive a treat, and then gets ready to do it all over again.

Dog-Fighter Damiane Buehrer Gets 46 Months In Federal Prison

Buehrer, A West Michigan Resident, Continued to Participate in Underground Pit Bull Terrier Fighting Even After Serving State Prison Time for Dog-Fighting Offense

          GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN - Damiane Buehrer, 40, of Jonesville, Michigan, was sentenced yesterday to serve 46 months in the Federal Bureau of Prisons for participating in a dog-fighting conspiracy between November 2016 and December 2017. The Justice Department’s Environment and Natural Resources Division and U.S. Attorney Andrew B. Birge of the Western District of Michigan made the announcement.

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: The Very Young Puppy

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   I have often witnessed puppies that, due to unfortunate circumstances, are abandoned immediately or shortly after birth.These puppies need special care if they are to survive.

Not only do very young puppies need to be fed every two or three hours but they also need to understand social cues and proper behavior. From the moment of birth, a puppy's mother teaches her baby how to get along with litter-mates, how to be assertive, and the importance of hierarchy. A dog that is removed from the litter may suffer life-long emotional and social damage. He may be unable to read other dogs' cues and will be attacked or be unwelcome in a group of dogs, resulting in him responding with aggression in social situations.

PetSmart Supports Groomer Licensing

 Comments on New Jersey Pet Groomers Licensing Act

October 29, 2018 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PetSmart, Inc. (“PetSmart”) commends the objectives of the “Pet Groomers Licensing Act,” designated as “Bijou’s Law,” to require pet grooming licenses, a law which will potentially serve as a model for future legislation.

PetSmart President and Chief Executive Officer J.K. Symancyk commented, “PetSmart recognizes that the interests of pets must always come first, and we support the continual pursuit of improvement in the grooming industry. PetSmart maintains and continues to raise the bar with the highest grooming standards in the industry. We believe a balance of state and groomer responsibility will underline the importance of health and safety in grooming, increasing public trust and supporting a better experience for pet parents and pets.”

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: Guarding Behavior

 

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GLOUCESTER CITY NJ (October 27, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--A friend of mine was walking her dog the other day and suddenly, her dog began barking and lunging at a stranger who was coming from the other direction. They were new to the area and previously, the dog had not shown any such tendencies. My friend was puzzled at her usually-calm dog’s behavior so I explained my opinion on the topic.

  

Molly (the dog) lived in a suburban setting with few neighbors before moving to the city. She was accustomed to the relative quiet of her former neighborhood. Due to a sad family situation she moved miles away with one of her owners (the other owner passed away, suddenly).

  

 

Defendants in Dog Fighting Case Convicted

Four Defendants Convicted In Multi-State Dog Fighting Case After Three-Week Jury Trial

New Jersey, New Mexico, and Indiana Defendants Convicted As Part of Operation Grand Champion

TRENTON, N.J. – Four men were convicted at trial in connection with their respective roles in a multi-state dog fighting operation, U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito and Assistant Attorney General Jeffrey Clark of the Justice Department’s Environment and Natural Resources Division announced today.

Dawn Watson's Just Sayin': Living the Dream

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GLOUCESTER CITY NJ(October 22,2018)(CNBNewsnet)--When I was a child I dreamed of becoming someone special. The criteria for success changed weekly depending on the resources surrounding me. 

 

For example I often dreamed of becoming a figure skater but even at a young age I didn’t have the figure for it. I thought of teaching but did not possess the confidence or temperament. Besides, I was afraid I’d favor the dorky kids and start punishing the bullies.

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: Service Dogs

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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (October 20,2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Recently, media sources have criticized the validity of some pets labeled “service animals”.

October is ‘National Adopt A Shelter Dog Month’

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(Clayton, NJ)(CNBNewsnet) – Adopt a dog at the Gloucester County Animal Shelter (GCAS) during National Adopt A Shelter Dog Month.  Get pre-approved for your pet adoption and visit the GCAS during the month of October where there are plenty of animals to choose from.

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: The Tiny Biter

by Dawn Watson |CNBNewsnet

  

Little dogs often have large personalities.

  

Puppies will instinctively snarl and growl. If the dog is a small breed we tend to laugh and cuddle him which shows him that he has done something good. The behavior escalates with age until finally, your little adult dog nips at anything or anyone that moves.

  

Dogs thrive under benevolent leadership no matter what their age. Under normal circumstances they can read facial expressions and body language. Give your dog the structure he needs by telling him, “No!” when he behaves inappropriately and a “Good…” (the good behavior, like sit, stay, down, etc.)

Renovations to Temporarily Close Camden County Animal Clinic Pet Adoptions Open Regular Hours

(Gloucester Township, NJ) – The Camden County Animal Shelter Low-Cost Clinic located at 125 County House Road in Blackwood, NJ will be closed for all clinic services including surgeries, dentals and walk-in vaccine clinic starting Monday, October 8th through Friday, October 19th, as the shelter enters the final phase of its construction and renovation project.

Adoptions services will be open regular business hours: Tuesday through Thursday 11am to 6pm, Friday through Sunday 11am to 4pm, and closed on Mondays. 

Pets Surviving the Storms

 

PHILADELPHIA, PA (October 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Since Hurricane Katrina, displaced pets and their families have captured the attention of animal lovers everywhere. Some of the most heart-wrenching stories are of people separated from their four-legged family members. Indeed, public outrage over the poor pet evacuation response during Katrina led Congress to enact the Pet Evacuation Transportation Standards (PETS) Act of 2006, which mandates local and state governments include pets in emergency evacuation plans.     

American Veterinarian® Atlantic Coast Veterinary Conference® Welcome Reception on October 8

The conference will feature interactive discussions among veterinary experts

 

CRANBURY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Veterinarian®, a premier multimedia provider of cutting-edge veterinary news, research and conference coverage, will kick off the Atlantic Coast Veterinary Conference® (ACVC) welcome reception will an all-new Veterinary Crossfire discussion segment at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, October 8, at the Atlantic City Convention Center.

Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: Why Rescues Charge So Much

 

 

((CNBNewsnet)(GLOUCESTER CITY NJ)(October 6,2018)--I’ve often heard or read people complaining about the “outrageous” costs of adopting a dog through a rescue organization. I’m sure these folks don’t have a full understanding of the rescue process.

 

   A rescue group is not a “sticks and bricks” building manned by people paid a salary—it is a group of people that offer their homes and lives to dogs that have been abandoned, abused, or otherwise left to fend for themselves. They pay the veterinary bills, training, food, toys, and comfort of the dogs they care for, surviving on donations to get the job done. Often, the bills run into thousands of dollars and man-hours.

 

Knockdown and replace: A gene therapy twofer to treat blindness

 

William Beltran, Artur Cideciyan, Gustavo Aguirre, and Samuel Jacobson were part of the joint team from Penn Vet and Penn Medicine
who led the work.

The last year has seen milestones in the gene therapy field, with FDA approvals to treat cancer and an inherited blinding disorder. New findings from a team led by University of Pennsylvania vision scientists, who have taken gene therapies into clinical trials in the past, are proving successful, this time treating a form of retinitis pigmentosa, a disease that progressively robs people of their night and peripheral vision before blindness develops.

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    I’ve often heard from people complaining about the “outrageous” costs of adopting a dog through a rescue organization. I’m sure these folks don’t have a full understanding of the rescue process.

   A rescue group is not a “sticks and bricks” building manned by people paid a salary—it is a group of people that offer their homes and lives to dogs that have been abandoned, abused, or otherwise left to fend for themselves. The organization pays the veterinary bills, medicine, training, food, toys, and comfort of the dogs they care for, surviving on donations to get the job done. Often, the bills run into thousands of dollars and man-hours.

    A breed-specific rescue group will see a posting on Pet Finder or get a call from a shelter letting them know there is a dog that can be “pulled” (removed from the shelter by a group willing to foster him/her). Sometimes, there is a fee for this acquisition, other times the shelter will allow the dog to be rescued at no cost.

   The adoption screening process is rigorous because the dogs in the rescue group’s care have been treated as a family member by their foster parents, sometimes for months. The financial and emotional expense is huge, but most organizations only charge a small percentage of their investments. They only want the best homes for those they have watched blossom and grow.

   I hope you will share this article whenever you hear someone complain about the screening and adoption fee of a rescued dog; a dog’s life may depend on it.

  

If you have questions about this or any other dog-related question please call or text me at 856.981.8957 or email brotherofthewolftraining@comcast.net.

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Wado udohiyu, (thank you very much in the Cherokee language)

Dawn Watson

Owner, Brother of the Wolf, LLC

Behavior and Service Dog Training in Gloucester City, NJ

 

(Video) PACT Fosters Animals of People Battling Serious Illnesses and Military Personnel

 

PACT Kicks Off Annual Campaign

 

 

Philadelphia, PA – When military personnel are called to duty, they uproot their entire lives. For those who are pet owners, it means finding a temporary foster home for the four-legged members of their family. That's where PACT for Animals unique mission is called upon. PACT is a 501(c)3 organization that assists military members, hospital patients, and their pets during times of deployment or extended hospital stays.

Organization on Track to Foster 225 Animals

of People Battling Serious Illnesses and Military Personnel

Kicks Off Annual Campaign

Philadelphia, PA (September 18, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--– When military personnel are called to duty, they uproot their entire lives. For those who are pet owners, it means finding a temporary foster home for the four-legged members of their family. That’s where PACT for Animals unique mission is called upon. PACT is a 501(c)3 organization that assists military members, hospital patients, and their pets during times of deployment or extended hospital stays.

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Let’s talk about a delicate subject. I must often correct clients when they talk about their dogs clinging to them or other objects and making a movement that can be somewhat embarrassing. This movement has nothing to do with the urge to procreate.

   Dogs are sensitive about the ranking in their pack. When they are attempting to dominate a member of the pack they will sometimes attempt a mounting movement. If there is no other dog or person around they may substitute an inanimate object.

   Males as well as females show this instinctual fight for hierarchy. Although people joke about the reasons, it is simply another instance of the struggle for survival—if an animal feels his rank is in jeopardy he or she will resort to any means to ensure that his place in the pack remains unchallenged.

If you have questions about this or any other dog-related question please call or text me at 856.981.8957 or email brotherofthewolftraining@comcast.net.

 

Wado udohiyu, (thank you very much in the Cherokee language)

Dawn Watson

Owner, Brother of the Wolf, LLC

Behavior and Service Dog Training in Gloucester City, NJ

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Dawn Watson's Pet Tip of the Week: The Perils of Fall

 

 

   GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (September 8, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Fall is almost here and with it, some new challenges for Fido.

   Fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes love to hide in piles of leaves just waiting for you and your dog to plow through and give them a free ride and a free meal. In addition, leaf spores can cause serious allergic reactions to occur.