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TAKE ACTION FOR CHAINED DOGS
1. Get Crafty
Making valentines for chained dogs is a great project for individuals, as well as school, scout, and other groups. The messages can be anything along the lines of "bring us into the home and family. Visit www.DogsDeserveBetter.org to see what volunteers have created in the past. Hurry, the deadline for submitting valentines is February 7!
2. Have a Heart
Sponsor a valentine for a deserving dog. To make a donation, send a check or visit www.DogsDeserveBetter.org. If you’d like, send addresses of specific dogs you’d like to sponsor.
3. Address the Problem
Know a penned or chained dog who could use a valentine? Submit addresses by February 7. Your information will remain anonymous.
4. Cash in Your Coupons
In addition to a valentine, each dog will receive a coupon for free or discounted dog treats. Make sure your unused coupons go to good use—send them to Dogs Deserve Better by February 7!
Contact Dogs Deserve Better
Please remember to include your own contact information when contacting Dogs Deserve Better:
Dogs Deserve Better
P.O. Box 23
Tipton, PA 16684
1-877-636-1408 (toll-free)
814-941-7447
email: info@dogsdeservebetter.org www.DogsDeserveBetter.org
PET HEALTH ALERT: RAT AND MOUSE BAITS ARE POISONOUS TO DOGS AND CATS, TOO
In 2004, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) received more than 8,500 calls involving animal exposures to rodenticides—a nearly twenty percent increase from 2003. The most common active ingredients found in rat and mouse baits are anticoagulants, which interfere with blood clotting processes. Other formulations include ingredients such as zinc phosphide, bromethalin and strychnine, which are designed to kill rodents by affecting the critical systems of the body. Some baits contain inactive ingredients meant to attract rodents—and these ingredients can also be attractive to companion animals.
“If a pet ingests a rodenticide, potentially serious or even life-threatening problems can result, such as bleeding, seizures, or damage to the kidneys and other vital organs,” says APCC Senior Vice President, Dr. Steve Hansen. When using any rodenticide, it is important to place the product in areas that are completely inaccessible to companion animals.
“Poisonings resulting from the consumption of rats or mice who have ingested a rodenticide are not typically a concern in companion animals, unless their staple diet consists mainly of rodents,” adds Hansen. “Generally, the greater concern with the ingestion of rodents or other wildlife involves the potential risk of disease transmission or bacterial gastroenteritis. Because of this, we would still advise pet owners to contact their local veterinarian if they suspect their pet may have ingested a rodent or other wild animal.” (P.S. This is also another good reason to keep your cats indoors, and to never let your dog roam unsupervised.)
If you think that your pet has accidentally been exposed to rodenticide, you can also call the APCC at (88
426-4435 for round-the-clock emergency assistance. If you know the type of rodenticide involved, please have the container or package information on hand so that a proper identification of the ingredients can be made for appropriate treatment.
QUEENS MAN BUSTED FOR ANIMAL CRUELTY
Early last week, the ASPCA Humane Law Enforcement department announced the arrest of a 21-year-old Queens, NY, man on two counts of animal cruelty—crimes punishable by up to two years in prison.
Following up on a complaint, agents arrived at an outdoor lot at 187-39 Jamaica Avenue, where they found a female Rottweiler who had recently given birth to nine puppies. All of the canines were left without shelter in the freezing temperatures, and seven of the pups were already deceased. The two remaining were lethargic and cold to the touch.
Along with their mother and father, a pit bull, the pups were rushed to the ASPCA’s Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital. Despite the best efforts of our veterinary staff, the pups died of hypothermia. Fortunately, it wasn’t too late for the mother Rottie, who was found to be underweight and suffering from anemia. The pit bull is being treated for intestinal parasites.
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In 2003, officials in Frankfurt, Germany, considered fitting dogs with identification plates so passersby
could notify police of the identity of pets that relieved themselves on the pavement.
FEDERAL: Urge your Senators to End Horse Slaughter! Support S. 1915!
S. 1915 would prohibit the shipping, possessing, buying or selling of any horse to be slaughtered for human consumption. Contact your senators today and urge them to support this important legislation!
ILLINOIS: Support HB 4711, Increases Dog Fighting Penalties
Urge your Representative and members of the Judiciary II Committee to increase dog fighting penalties.
ILLINOIS: Support HB 4804 and SB 2836, Both Amend Emergency Operations Plan to Include Pets
Urge your Representative and Senator to support inclusion of the needs of people with pets and service animals in the emergency operations plan.
VIRGINIA: Support HB 265, Will Allow Dog/Cat License Fee Increase
HB 265, in the House Agriculture Sub-Committee, will allow local jurisdictions the ability to increase dog and cat license fee. This bill could be heard in committee as early as Thursday, January 26th. Contact committee members and urge them to support HB 265.
VIRGINIA: Support HB 1114, Encourages Dog and Cat Adoptions
Urge members of the House Finance Sub-Committee #3 to support HB 1114 which provides incentives for residents adopting dogs or cats from an animal shelter or non-profit organization. This bill could be heard in committee as early as Friday, January 27th.
VIRGINIA: Support HB 835/1367, Offers Tax-Credit Incentives to Veterinarians
Support HB 835/1367 to support tax-credit incentives to veterinarians performing spay/neuter or euthanasia services for free. Contact committee members today. This bill could be heard in committee as early as Friday, January 27th.
VIRGINIA: HB 606, Pet Dealer Requirements for Animal Examinations
Urge members of the House Agriculture Sub-Committee to support requiring pet dealers to have each pedigreed dog and cat they sell examined by a licensed veterinarian. This bill could be heard in committee as early as Thursday, January 26th.
TODAY'S GENERAL PET TIP
Most people trim their pet's nails with nail trimmers. There are however, alternative ways of giving your pet a pedicure. A dremmel tool is used by many breeders to keep nails short. If you and your dog have patience, a nail file is an excellent way to keep your pet's nails short.
TODAY'S DOG TIP
Did you know that there is now a drug available that allows surgery-free neutering of male puppies? Neutersol is a compound which, when injected into a puppy's testicles, causes permanent sterilization. It will, however, not completely halt testosterone production and thus do nothing to halt behavioral issues such as mounting, marking, roaming or territoriality.
TODAY'S CAT TIP
Wheat grass is a safe and convenient source of enjoyment for your cat. They enjoy the succulent taste of the grass. You can grow wheat grass in a sunny window sill and let your cat graze as often as she desires. However, some house plants are toxic to cats, so be aware that cats can be attracted to them as well.
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