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January/February 2013
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This month
1 On the Cover
It’s raining cats…and cats…
2 Editor’s Words
2013 a year of changes for the better
4 Spay for Spays
It’s coming up-can’t wait!
4 Photo Caption Contest
Diet for the NewYear anyone?
6 Fiona’s Corner (For Kids)
Kitty Krossword
7 Critter Calendar
Check out what’s coming up!
13 Last Issue’s Photo Caption Contest Winner
But of course!
15 Ask The Vet
Exercise with your pet-healthy fun!
by Dr. Deborah Perzak, DVM
editor’s words
Dear Readers:
Happy New Year everyone! Let’s make 2013 a ground breaking year for saving
lives through an expansion of life saving programs. I’ve written about the need
for aggressive adoption programs especially about o site adoption programs
for shelters and rescue groups. It’s going to take more though to save 90% or
better of the homeless pets in the Upstate and beyond. Those in the know have
cautioned me that it will take more than proactive adoption programs to save
lives, especially for cats. You probably know that cats fair far worse than dogs in
our nation’s shelters. What would make a di erence?
A comprehensive TNR program: trap, neuter and return for feral and or free
roaming cats would make a big di erence. Foster programs also save lives.
There is a tremendous need for foster homes, especially for un-weaned kittens
and puppies and or sick animals. Did you know that Animal Care, Greenville’s
municipal shelter has a wonderful program called, “Foster to the Rescue”? It’s a
very simple, but e ective program whereby you animal lover volunteer to care for
a dog or cat, puppy or kitten until that animal is old enough or well enough to
come back to the shelter and be put up for adoption. Why not foster a sick kitten
and have the pleasure of nursing the little one back to health?
In another life saving measure, Animal Care recently ran a cat adoption special
o ering cats for adoption for a fee of only $6. Now that’s the way to rock the No
Kill Equation and save lives! Not to be out done, my cat rescue group, Foster Paws
is waiving adoption fees for the foreseeable future simply asking the adopter to
make a donation to the group.
Furthermore, in a ground breaking program, the city of Spartanburg/Animal
Control is o ering free spay/neuter through a partnership with Animal Allies for
free roaming cats within the city limits. Hopefully the program will expand soon
to include all of Spartanburg County.
The animal loving public working with progressive shelters and cities of the
Upstate and beyond is making a di erence for homeless pets. Now if our local
shelters, with the help of the public will expand these life saving programs/services
we’ll be on our way to saving 90% or better of cats and dogs entering our shelters.
Make 2013 your year to help homeless pets in our area. Volunteer, foster, make a
di erence!
Sincerely,
Diana Riglet
Diana Riglet/Editor/Publisher
Critter Magazine
January/February 2013
MAGAZINE
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dedicated to improving the quality of life for
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efforts, as well as helping to find loving homes
for animals MAGAZINE
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to act responsibly in these matters.
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NEW YEAR’S VALENTINE
By Phoebe Leggett
From coast to coast
Mid glitter’s shine
From old to new
It’s Auld, Lang, Syne.
And to my cats—
Love’s Valentine.
Today is red.
Will you be mine?
LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT NEW YEAR
AT APPALACHIAN OUTFITTERS!
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Will Work
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Your community needs you! Free roaming cats are
turned into local shelters and ‘euthanized”
because there is nowhere for them to go where
they are needed and wanted. Participation in a
community based feral cat rehoming project
provides you with a free, spayed/neutered shots included
cat(s) for your property.
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Spartanburg County Contact:
Donna Yates ...........................................864.346.6006
To learn more about free roaming
community cats go to:
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Critter Calendar
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2013
Every Saturday except 3rd
KitsNKats
Cat Adoptions
Pet Smart
6019Wade Hampton Blvd., Greer, SC
Noon – 4pm.
Every Saturday & Sunday
Kitten ActionTeam
Cat Adoptions
Pet Smart
1125Woodruff Rd., Greenville, SC
12:30 – 5pm.
Second Saturday/Fourth Saturday
Noon to 5pm-PetcoWoodruff Rd.
Some Friday Nights & Sundays
Call-5-7pm/Noon-5pm-PetcoWoodruff Rd.
First/Third Saturday-Noon-5pm
Tractor Supply Mauldin
Earthwise Pet Supply-Woodruff Rd. Simpsonville-
Some Saturdays-Call Foster Paws Rescue
Fee free kitten/cat adoptions-please donate
Diana Riglet cell: 323.630.1437
www.petfinder/fosterpaws.org
www.fosterpawsrescue.org
Second Saturday:
CCA Dogs
Adoptions, Meet & Greet
Pet Smart
2449 Laurens Rd., Greenville, SC
1-5pm.
January/February 2013
Critter Connection: see website for meeting and adoption days. www.critter-connection.petfi nder.org
EVERY MONTH
Every Monday – Friday
By appointment spay/neuter (drop-off 8-9am)
and wellness clinic 1-4pm
MostTuesday evenings 5-7pm walk-in no
appointment necessary vaccine clinic
Animal Care Services
328 Furman Hall Rd., Greenville, SC
864.467.3988 (wellness clinic)
864.467.SPAY.
Feral cat spay/neuter just $25.00
No appointment necessary! Drop off Monday
Thursday at the Greenville County Animal Care
Clinic.We will work them in that week.
Call for more info. 864.467-SPAY.
Greenville County Animal Care
Volunteer
Orientations are the FirstWednesday (5:30pm)
and First Saturday (11:00am) of each month.
328 Furman Hall Road, Greenville.
For more information contact 467-3986
Every Tuesday
Greenville Humane Society
305 Airport Rd., Greenville, SC
864.242.2636
Low-cost vet clinic
Walk-ins only.
5:30pm – 7pm.
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Upstate resource for pet adoption
news and events, locally and on the
national scene. We are proud to feature
many Carolina pets who would
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Every Sunday:
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Adoptions, Meet & Greet
Pet Smart
2449 Laurens Rd., Greenville, SC
1-5pm.
CURRENT EVENTS
Friday, February 1
Saved by the Heart
Fund raiser to benefit special needs and rescued
animals
Enjoy silent auction, buffet, music, raffles and more!
Grace Hall,Trade St., Greer
7-11 pm.
Facebook/savedby the heart
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COMING UP
Super Spay at Animal Care!
All spay/neuters in January get entered in a drawing
for a free flat screenTV just in time for the Super Bowl.
Call 467-7729 to make your appointment. Publicly
owned animals only.
Susan Bufano
Community Relations Coordinator
Greenville County Animal Care
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On stressful days when you are tired and lack the
motivation to get yourself out the door to exercise,
having a tail-wagging, four-legged friend that is
begging to go out could be just the inspiration you
need. Research suggests that people who exercise
with their pet are much more likely to stick to a fitness
program than those who go it alone or have
a human partner. With new studies showing that
up to 40% of dogs in the United States weigh too
much, it may be time to consider making your dog
your exercise companion.
Walking and running are excellent forms of exercise
for both you and your pet.The obvious benefits
for humans and canines include weight loss, toned
muscles, greater stamina, and protection against
heart and bone disease. Other subtle but important
benefits are that exercising together can strengthen
the bond between you and your dog as you spend
more time with him. Routine walks or runs may also
help curb some common behavioral issues such as
excessive chewing and digging caused by a lack of
physical activity or attention, and boredom. Furthermore,
dogs can offer you visible security while
exercising.
Any change in lifestyle for your pet, such as beginning
a structured exercise program, warrants
a trip to the veterinarian, who can evaluate your
dog for indications of arthritis or musculoskeletal
disease which may call for a more low-impact exercise
regime. When you are ready to get started and
planning a walk or run, be sure to decide ahead of
time how far you want to go. Take into account the
general health and body condition of both you and
your pet. There is no set guideline regarding how
far a dog should run or walk. Set a reasonable goal
and work slowly toward reaching it with a gradual
increase in the distance and speed at which you exercise.
When choosing your route, be cognizant of distractions
such as other animals, children, wildlife,
and traffic. Always walk or run facing traffic and
keep your dog on your left, which further protects
him and keeps him from darting out. Also, use sidewalks
and pedestrian crossings when available.
In order to assure that your dog is ready for a
walk or run, make sure that the collar you find for
her to wear is snug enough to not slip over her
head, but loose enough to be comfortable. If your
canine companion pulls you every which way but
forward or is simply more than you can handle, I
suggest fitting her for a Gentle Leader head harness
Your Best Exercise Partner
May Be a Four Legged Friend
By Deborah Perzak, DVM, Woodruff Road Animal Hospital
or an Easy Walk chest harness, available through
Premier Pets Company. These halters are designed
to prevent pulling, lunging, coughing, and straining.
Be patient when fitting your pet with either of
these and if possible, follow along with the DVD in
the package to assure a proper fit.
The second required piece of equipment for your
dog is a sturdy leash; a four foot leash is better initially
when running or walking. This will make him
easier to control and you are less likely to trip over
him. I want to stress the importance of having your
dog on a leash, even if he or she is accustomed to
coming when called. There are simply too many
diversions out there on a new route! Also, when
exercising at dawn or dusk be sure to equip your pet
with the appropriate safety gear. A blinking light attached
to your dog’s collar or a canine reflective vest
is a good idea.
Some of my clients ask me about shoes or boots
for their dog. Boots are very useful to protect the
paw pads in cold weather or muddy areas, and on
treacherous terrain. However, it can be difficult to
find boots that fit properly and in the Southeast I
would not worry about outfitting your dog with
shoes.
Taking weather into consideration, remember
that most dogs tolerate cold better than they do
heat. For cold weather, if your dog tolerates clothing,
dressing him or her up is not a bad thing.When
our weather is hot, heat is a major factor to consider
when you decide to embark on a walk or run. Our
canine friends cool themselves by sweating a small
amount through their paw pads and through evaporation,
using their tongue.
If you are faced with the decision of whether or
not to exercise with your pet during the heat of the
day, I recommend taking these factors into consideration:
• Larger dogs overheat more quickly than smaller
dogs because the evaporative surface to volume
ratio of their tongue decreases with a proportional
increase in tongue size.
• Avoid hot pavements and sidewalks. If the surface
is too hot for you to rest your hand on it comfortably,
it is too hot for your dog’s feet.
• Avoid humid days, as this further decreases your
pet’s ability to cool off.
• Walk before 8 a.m. or after 9 p.m. in the Southeast.
I often tell clients that if they walk out the door
and start sweating immediately due to heat and/or
humidity, it is too hot for their dog. A dog can be
acclimated to hotter weather, but only in short
10-minute increments spread out over several days.
• Provide water, water, and then more water, both
inside and out. In addition to providing her water to
drink, you can also “hose” her off with water. There
is quite an array of “dog wear” that enables a pet
to carry their own water source, such as dog water
vests.
• If your pet becomes overheated, heat stroke
can occur relatively quickly. If your pet reaches a
temperature of 105 degrees or more, symptoms of
hyperthermia will develop. Clinical signs include
exhaustion, vomiting, lack of coordination, and
disorientation. Consider this a medical emergency
and seek help immediately, taking care to follow the
veterinarian’s instructions explicitly.
• Finally, do not overdo it. If your canine companion
does not know when to stop, YOU will need to
monitor him or her for signs that tell you that he
needs a break. Obvious signs include slowing down,
trying to stop during the run or walk, and sitting or
lying down. Another sign to watch for is his tongue
hanging out. When this occurs, your pet definitely
needs to cool down. Please do not pull, tug, or force
him to go. Let him rest and take some time to recover
a bit.
Other points to consider when deciding to walk
or run with your dog include maintaining a consistent
exercise schedule and keeping track of the
distance walked. Check the weather regularly and
be mindful of any sudden storms! To keep things
interesting, don’t hesitate to explore other forms of
exercise you can enjoy with your pet such as hiking
or playing Frisbee, a natural love for many dogs.
Dr. Perzak is the owner ofWoodruff Road Animal
Hospital in Simpsonville, S.C. An exercise enthusiast,
her veterinary interests include nutritional counseling
and weight management; feline and canine
internal medicine; servicing the special needs of
senior pets and dentistry. Contact information:
864-234-5995 or www.woodruffrdah.com . For
more helpful information on exercising with your
pet, check out Fitness Unleashed, by Marty Becker,
DVM and Robert Kushner, MD.
For more info: 864-234-5995
www.woodruffrdah.com
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Rescue Groups/Adoptable
ANIMAL
RESCUE
PICKENS
COUNTY
Bella is a female Aussie Mix with gorgeous blue eyes. She’s
deaf, so she needs a very special adopter who can teach
her hand signals & work with a special needs dog. Bella
is good with other dogs, & she’s very, very active, so she
needs a nice large securely fenced yard & another doggie
pal to play with all day long.
Not ready to adopt? Try fostering an animal!
We desperately need foster homes!
animalrescuepickenscounty@msn.com
www.animalrescuepickenscounty.petfi nder.org
ARPC is a small, all-volunteer, home-based rescue with several foster homes.
We are not affiliated with Pickens County government.
Christmas
Christmas has Come & Gone-
Christmas Needs a Home!
Myla
Foster Paws Rescue is a
non-profi t cat advocacy
rescue group. We focus on
foster care and adoption of
homeless cats/kittens with
more services to come.
BELLA
DSH, tortie tabby, 2.5 yrs. fully
vetted female. Christmas is the
ultimate lap cat and expert
cuddler. She’s sweet, laid-back
with a quirky purr. Kid and dog
friendly, Christmas would make
a wonderful family pet.
I Want to be Alone!
DLH/Maine Coon mix, female, 3
Regarding color, let's go
with blue and espresso
brown, same blue as our
website for continuity sake.
rescue
years old, fully vetted. Well she
rescue
doesn’t really want to be alone
as Garbo said, but she would
prefer to be the only cat. A bit
of a princess, Myla wants all of
your attention, sassy but sweet
this girl is as people oriented as
she is beautiful.
To adopt, e-mail: diana.
riglet@fosterpaws.org or call
323.630.1437
www.fosterpaws.org
petfi nder/fosterpaws.org
HUDSON
www.fhgrr.com • (864) 234-9739
We are a non-pro t volunteer organization run by a
board of directors dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation
and re-homing of needy and abandoned
Golden Retrievers in Upstate SC.
PO Box 9077 • Greenville, SC 29604
Meet Hudson. He was found wandering as a stray. It’s hard to imagine that
someone would let him go, as this sweet 10-year-old boy is a real love. He
follows his foster mom from room to room and loves to be petted. If his people
are silly enough to stop petting him, he will touch them with his paw as a
gentle reminder to keep rubbing him. Hudson has plenty of spunk for his age.
He enjoys playing with his foster sister, and he is always ready to go for a ride.
When his foster mom opens the car door, he hops right in.This 97-pound gent
cuts a dashing figure on his daily walks, during which he holds court with the
neighbors who come to pet him. He is good with children, and loves it when
you brush his beautiful red coat. Handsome Hudson will be great company for
some lucky loving family. Could that be you?
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I enjoy sunsets and long
walks in the park….with YOU!
Meet Mandy! This sweet girl deserves her forever home!
Mandy has been tossed around a bit since her family relinquished her due to divorce.
Then she went from shelter to kennel to foster over the past few months. She is 40 pounds
and approximately 6 yo. Spayed of course! Quite possibly a lab/terrier mix. Can pick up a
scent and point like a pro! I believe she would be a good running/hiking companion as
well. She really has enjoyed hikes at Paris Mountain. Has a lot of energy for a mid-age dog
so would benefit from a yard! She is heartworm negative, vaccinated and presently on HW
meds and flea preventative. Her teeth look great and she appears to be in good health!
Mandy is house trained. She can sit, stay and shake! Perfectly behaved during her bath
in my tub. Bows her head for collar and leash. Definitely the female alpha dog so would
prefer that she is only pup in the house. Definitely no cats. Loves to play with older kids.
She will come with a new leash, harness and collar, food/water bowls, pet bed, dry
food, milk bones, shedding brush, as well as remaining doses of heartworm and flea
meds. Adoption fees reduced!
This is truly a special dog. Comes ready to love. No training required. You are welcome
to meet Mandy….perhaps have her over for a test night or two. I want you to be
comfortable making a decision to be her furever family!
If you are interested in meeting Mandy
please text or call Renee directly at 864.325.2265.
For a List of Adoptable Rabbits go to
www.adoptarabbit.org
E-mail us at: adoptarabbit@hotmail.com
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2013
Rabbit Sanctuary, Inc.
Our sanctuary provides a
HOME FOR LIFE
Rescued Domestic Rabbits
864-963-4389 • www.adoptarabbit.org
Rango
Rango has had a sad start in
life... rescued from euthanasia
from the local pound, adopted
and then returned because
of divorce... Rango has been
bouced around too many times
and needs some security in his
life. He is a fun loving dog , loves
cats and dogs and just needs a
home that will not give up on
him.. He can be a little shy at
Regarding color, let's go
with blue and espresso
brown, same blue as our
website for continuity sake.
fi rst... but it doesnt take him long to warm up to rescuethe
people
he is around. He was born approximately November rescueof
2011
and is up to date on shots, neutered and microchipped.
Please dont let Rango down... give him the love and security
he needs to blossum into a wonderful pet we know he is!
Donations appreciated.
Send funds to:
Pet Tender Angels
P.O. Box 6691
Greenville, SC 29606
www.pettenderangels.petfi nder.com
Safe Haven Animal Rescue
Hi! My name is Cloudy and I am just one. I love cuddling
(on my own terms), but I don’t really like to be
picked up. I’m what they call a “lap kitty”(who is this
‘they’anyway?). If you’re sitting I’ll run right up to you
and try to get you to play with me. If there are toys
involved, I instantly transform into an Olympic gold
medalist kitty who can flip up to Mt. Everest to get the
CLOUDY
prize! I am already neutered, Up to date on all my vaccines,
& micro chipped. I play well with other cats, dogs, & kids. If you or
anyone you know may be interested in meeting me please let my people
know at safehavenarsc@yahoo.com or 864-373-3683. Adoption will require
application, vet refs, home visit & adoption fee.
MUDDY
H-Hi...My name’s Muddy. I’m v-very shy and I’m not
used to public speaking like this so...Here goes I’m just
one, a petitte princess, very lovable and shyly bold at
thesametime.Ifyoucangetmetowarmuptoyou,I’ll
love you forever. I am already spayed, Up to date on all
my vaccines, & micro chipped. I play well with other
cats, dogs, & kids. If you or anyone you know may be
interested in meeting me, Please let my people know
at safehavenarsc@yahoo.com or 864-373-3683
*Adoption will require application, home visit, vet refs, and an adoption fee.
Safehavenarsc.rescueme.org
safehavenarsc@yahoo.com • 864-373-3683
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Rescue Groups/Adoptable
MEET
BENTLEY
Bentley is a sweet loving
boxer mix looking for his forever
home! He is currently preparing
to undergo treatment for heartworms.
Once this is done, he will
be all ready to move in with his
new family. Bentley is housebroken,
knows basic commands,
and walks well on a leash. He
gets along with most other
dogs, but he really loves people.
He seems to be particularly fond
of children. He is playful but
calm. His favorite activity is resting
his head in your lap. Could
Bentley be the right big lap dog
for you?
You may get more information
on Bentley by checking out
the “Dogs in foster home” album
on the Greenville County Pet
Rescue facebook page or check
out Bentley on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/
home.php#!/BentleyTheDog-
NeedsRescue
Wildlife Rehab of Greenville
Wildlife Rehab of Greenville is an all volunteer non-profi t
organization serving the upstate of South Carolina. If
you have found an injured or orphaned wild animal, call
our hotline at 233-0339 to locate a rehabilitator near
you. Visit our website www.wildlife-rehab.com for
more information on our organization and how to become
a member or how to sponsor an animal.
Low Cost Vet Services/ Shelters
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ALL ABOUT PETS, INC.
V E T E R I N A R Y S E R V I C E S
JEANNE R. FOWLER, DVM
• CONVENTIONAL & ALTERNATIVE
VETERINARY MEDICINE
• ACUPUNCTURE
• HOMEOPATHY
• CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE
• VETERINARY ORTHOPEDIC MANIPULATION
We now do Stem Cell Treatment
for joint issues (arthritis, etc).
409 OLD BUNCOMBE ROAD
TRAVELERS REST, SC
864-834-7334
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2013
Animal
Rescue Fund
of South Carolina
SUMMER is an awesome cat -- she’s been a wonderful
surrogate mom for months on end. Originally she came
to the shelter with her own litter of kittens, long since
adopted. Then, when a group of motherless kittens ar- SUMMER
rived -- and then a second and third group -- Summer patiently and lovingly fed and nurtured
those babies, too, every bit as well as she did her own. What a sweetheart! Now, Summer is
ready to retire and enjoy a bit of peace and quiet all on her own. Summer has a lovely, quiet
temperament and gets along well with other cats. Summer’s adoption fee of $65 includes lab
work, vaccinations, and her spay procedure.new forever home? Rosie’s adoption fee is $65
BARNEY
BARNEY: We can’t resist this picture of Barney!
Doesn’t it just look as if he’s wishing with all his
might, “Please, send someone to adopt me, please,
please, please!!!” Barney’s a bit of a clown who
needs to learn proper dog manners, but don’t let
that put you off. He has a sweet nature and wants
so badly to be a part of someone’s family! About a
year old, he’s a neutered mix breed who weighs in
at 75 pounds, so would do better in a home without
toddlers, who might just get bumped in his rush to
greet them. Barney’s adoption fee is $65, which includes
lab work, and initial vaccinations.
10445 Clemson Blvd., Seneca, SC 29678
864-882-4488
See our adoptables: www.arf-sc.org
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Cherokee County Residents
We Need You!
We Need Cat Rescue Group Partners
HSCC is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit & receives no
funding from Cherokee County for the county’s
homeless pets.
Two ways to send your tax-deductible donations:
by check to HSCC, PO Box 2223, Gaffney, SC 29342
by Paypal to cherokeeshelter@gmail.com
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ask the vet
By Deborah Perzak, DVM,Woodruff Road Animal Hospital (See our ad below)
Questions Regarding Exercising Safely with Your Pet
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2013
CATS
Is it safe for me to cycle with my dog?
Having your dog run next to you while bicycling can be dangerous, both for you and your pet. It is very diffi cult
to carefully monitor your pet’s condition while you are seated atop your bicycle and clipping along at 10-12
mph. It also can be hazardous to the bike rider as it is realistic that you could unexpectedly be jerked from the
bike and end up in traffi c if your dog is on a leash and should suddenly lunge for a squirrel or some other distraction.
That said, with special training it is possible to teach your dog to run beside the bicycle without pulling and
devices are available that can connect the leash to your bike and absorb some of the force from your pet’s tugging.
However, I would recommend only short bike rides in low traffi c areas. It is also very important to keep a
watchful eye on your dog’s condition as while you are comfortably riding on wheels it is easy to forget that your
pet is not and the outing is thus more taxing on him.
My dog is older, is it still alright to exercise with him?
Regular exercise can be very benefi cial for older pets as it aids in keeping their digestive system active and
improves circulation to their joints, therefore decreasing the pain associated with arthritis. In addition, optimal
blood circulation ensures the right amount of blood and oxygen is reaching the brain and can thus be helpful in
delaying or preventing senility in senior pets. The health, age and breed of your older dog should determine the
amount of exercise that is appropriate for him. Your veterinarian is the best person to advise you on what is best
for your pet. It is important to not over-exert a senior dog but keeping her physically active during her twilight
years is a great idea.
Is taking my dog to a dog park a good idea?
Off -leash fun in a local dog park can be very benefi cial for the health of your pet. This allows dogs to set their
own pace and burn energy eff ectively but stop when they have had enough. Dog parks also off er great socialization
for dogs and can be mentally stimulating for them as well as they explore new territory, smells and friends.
Prior to taking your pet to the dog park, however, make sure he is current on vaccines and he has been socialized
well with other dogs. Some obedience training may be necessary before presenting your dog with an off -leash
experience in a public place. Do not force your pet to “play” with the others dogs as he may be overwhelmed
and react fearfully. Unfortunately, in some cases, even the best behaved, socialized dog that is happy at home
may not do well in a group setting. Dog parks can be great exercise for pet owners too as they chase after their
pets!
Dr. Perzak practices at Woodruff Road Animal Hospital in Simpsonville, SC which she purchased in 2008.
Her veterinary interests include feline and canine internal medicine, servicing the special needs of
senior pets, dentistry, nutritional counseling, and weight management.
Contact information: 864-234-5995 or www.woodruff rdah.com
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