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the modern pet culture magazine for ri & ma
FREETop Dog 2011
volume 8; issue 3
5Unique Date Ideas For You And Your Dog!
TOP DOG WINNERS!
Announcing This Year’s
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for your pets. OSVS is available 24 hours-a-day, including weekends and holidays for emergency and
OSVS considers its staff to be an extension of your family veterinary practice and part of your
pet’s health care team. Emergency services are provided by experienced clinicians when
referring veterinarians are not available. Referring veterinarians send patients with involved
medical or surgical diseases to OSVS for consultation, advanced diagnostics and treatment by
board-certified specialists. The combination of specialists, highly-trained staff doctors and
technicians, and a state-of-the-art facility provide the finest medical care available.
OSVS also has a sister hospital in Swansea, MA. Bay State Veterinary Emer-
gency Services is a 24-hour emergency hospital with limited specialty services
critical cases. The hospital treats dogs, cats, pocket pets, exotics and
birds. Our referral services include internal medicine, surgery, avian/
exotics, ophthalmology, radiology, oncology, neurology, and emer-
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Published by: Avocado Designs
Editor: Stephanie Georgia
Assistant Editors: Harvey
Simon the Sinister Caprica 6
Sophie (our foster asst. editor)
Graphic DesignO'Hearn Graphics Stephanie Georgia
Contributors: Katenna Jones Joelle Spinelli
Matthew Lawrence P. Danforth
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Thank You!
for the year (6 issues)
It’s that time of year when most of us want to turn up the heat, crawl into bed and cuddle with our critters. But don’t
worry, even though spring is not exactly around the corner there are some great reasons to get out and enjoy this season too! I’m thrilled to be sponsoring some amazing and unique events that are on their way this month. First up is The Rhode Island Pet Show,
{Letter From The Editor}
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a Rhode Island staple held at the RI Convention Center on February 5th and 6th. Next is The Bristol Animal Shelter Mardi Gras Ball on February 12th, at the beautiful Linden Place in Bristol. We’re also proudly sponsoring a great event in its second year, Stand Up For Animals, which is a lively comedy night fundraiser on February 12th for The Provi-dence Animal Rescue League - organized by Furry Friends Pet Care, and then on February 18th you won’t want to miss the swanky Have a Heart Cocktail Party for the Potter League which is held at the Hotel Viking in Newport. Another reason I get excited at this time of year (and no, it’s not the heaps of snow outside my window) is tallying up our Top Dog Readers Choice winners. This year we had a record turnout in voting, with close to 2000 votes cast! Every year it seems that I learn about new, interesting and creative businesses from your entries and this year was no exception. In the 2009 survey I was thrilled to discover a doggie boot camp with Method Fitness and this year in the same category I discovered CHI Fit Club www.chiinteraction.com. They offer a structured fitness program where your dog works with a personal fitness trainer in a resort-style environment. Your dog will use equipment like dog treadmills, will go hiking, walking, and swimming (hmmm, maybe they’ll take humans too). This is such a cool idea, I’ll definitely be checking them out. Another fitness-minded business that ranked in our Top Dog list is The Canine Joint - while they cater to dog rehabilitation, they also offer underwater dog treadmill session for any dog! What a unique way to get your dog some exercise... especially for those of us with “mature” dogs. I would also like to thank everyone who voted in this years Top Dog Readers Choice. It’s wonderful to see great local businesses get the recognition and support that they deserve! Your votes are not only helpful to other readers but are truly appreciated by the businesses that you select as top dogs. Thank you! I hope you enjoy our new issue. Keep warm and cuddle those critters! Sincerely, Stephanie Georgia Editor
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“Unbiased” has published a study in the UK, revealing that almost 1.5 million Brits plan to leave their inheritance to those caring for their pets.
While children top the list, pets come in at number six, ahead of the church, as beneficiaries. New York billionaire Leona
Helmsley, wasn’t alone after all when she left $12 million to her white Maltese back in 2007. The study confirms that pets re-ally are dear to our hearts.
What Will Your Pet Inherit?
Children’s Best Friend: Dogs Help Autistic Children Adapt, Study ShowsDogs may not only be man’s best friend, they may also have a special role in the lives of children with special needs. According to a new Université de Montreal study, specifically trained service dogs can help reduce the anxiety and enhance the socialization skills of children with Autism Syndrome Disorders (ASDs).The findings, published in the journal Psychoneuroendocrinology, may be a relatively simple solution to help affected children and their families cope with these challenging disorders.“Our findings showed that the dogs had a clear impact on the children’s stress hormone levels,” says Sonia Lupien, senior researcher and a professor at the Université de Montréal ScienceDaily.
Is Kitty Sick Or Stressed?Unfortunately for cats, they’re just like us: A new study from Ohio State University finds that stress can cause a healthy cat to have the same symptoms as a sick cat.Healthy cats in the study were just as likely as chronically ill cats to vomit frequently, refuse food and relieve themselves outside the litter box if there was a change in their normal routine.
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{Letter To The Editor}
This is a letter that was sent to our feature writer Katenna Jones regarding her fantastic article in our holiday issue. We thought we would share it with you and encourage readers to check the article out online. You can find a digital copy of past issues at www.theanimalprint.com
Hi there --I read with interest your article titled “When Did Dog Walking Stop Going to the Dogs?” in the recent Animal Print Magazine. The article connected with me nicely as I realized that I too am always on “a mission” when I walk my Border Terrier because that is my exercise. I walk briskly barely allowing him time to “smell the roses” and subsequently he never seems to “look forward” to our walks. Your article had a special Zen-like quality to it - being in the moment -- and I will look to change my walks a bit. Nice job!
Kind regards,Andrew Eschner, DVM. Gansevoort, NY
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After reading several articles about “foreclosure pets”, Maureen Gendron felt the need to do something to help families forced to give up their beloved pets.“It’s heartbreaking to hear about the increase in the number of pets being surrendered to shelters because their families had lost their homes. Some were even abandoned in apartments when the families moved. I knew that Rhode Island in particular had a high unemployment rate, so I was
sure that this was a dire situation here also. I thought that if these families had a place to bring their pets temporarily while they looked for suitable pet-friendly housing, they would not need to give up their pets to shelters. I don’t know of any organization in Rhode Island that addresses this need.”Maureen decided to take this matter into her own hands and start a non-profit whose goal is to help pet families through temporary crisis situations. “By helping pet families stay together when they just need a little short-term assistance, we can help reduce the number of pets being surrendered to shelters.”Maureen approached family members about her idea. “My sister Dee was
interested in getting involved. Our sister Pat and brothers Kevin and Dan also agreed to join the organization. We spent a few months getting our ideas together and finalizing all the details.” After com-pleting a few forms and submitting their application, 2 Hands 4 Paws was founded on July 3, 2009. “I went to work getting our website launched and working on creating brochures and flyers to advertise. Once our organization was founded, our next goal was to obtain 501(c)(3) status, which we completed in March 2010.” “Now that the initial business is setup, the real work begins.” The most difficult part for the newly formed non-profit has been spreading the word about their organization. “Our biggest need, aside from raising funds, is recruiting qualified volunteers, specifically for short-term foster care. The biggest obstacle with accomplishing this goal is the fact that we are still relatively unknown to the general public.” Utilizing multiple social networking venues, such as Face-book, Twitter, MySpace, Best Friends Network, LinkedIn, Volunteer Match, and any other sites, the group is working to get the word out. 2 Hands 4 Paws currently has only a handful of volunteers (even fewer who volunteered for foster care) but hopes to gain a volunteer base and perhaps partner with other organizations, such as the Red Cross, to provide foster care of pets for families who are provided temporary housing after a disaster. Keeping with their objective the group also hopes to set up a pet pantry, working in conjunction with local food
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pantries, to provide pet food to families in need.2 Hands 4 Paws would like to stress that they have a critical need for qualified foster care volunteers. “Without qualified foster homes, we are very limited with the number of pet families that we can help.” Anyone interested in volunteering for foster care (or other opportunities) can go to their
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We Asked And You Told Us!
TOP DOGWINNERS!
“OfficiAl DOg PArk”1st: Warwick Dog Park 2nd: Barrington Dog Park3rd: Gano St. Dog Park - Providence
UnOfficiAl” DOg PArk1st: Goddard Memorial State Park
East Greenwich2nd: Colt State Park - Bristol3rd: Chase Farm - Lincoln
TAkE YOUr DOg fOr A Swim1st: Narragansett Beach (off season)2nd: Colt State Park - Bristol 3rd: Lincoln Woods - Lincoln
PET friEnDlY BAr1st: Nick-A-Nees - Providence 2nd: Aidans Pub - Bristol3rd: O’Briens Pub - Newport
PET friEnDlY rESTAUrAnT (OUTDOOr SEATing)1st Tie: Garden Grille Cafe - Providence1st Tie: Julians Restaurant - Providence2nd: Trinity Brew House - Providence3rd: India - Providence
PET friEnDlY cOffEE ShOP (OUTDOOr SEATing)1st: Seven Stars Bakery - Providence
and Rumford2nd: Starbucks - Wayland Square 3rd: Coffee Exchange - Providence
PET friEnDlY BOOk STOrE 1st: Books On The Square - Providence 2nd: A Novel Idea - Bristol 3rd: Myopic Books - Providence
mEET SinglE PET lOvErS 1st: Any City Dog Park 2nd: Whole Foods Pet Aisle3rd: Blackstone Blvd - Providence
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Thank You Animal Print Readers!
Visit our store or buy online at www.jackssnacks.com
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wEEkEnD gETAwAY wiTh YOUr PET1st: Block Island, RI2nd: Provincetown, MA3rd: Portland, ME
PET friEnDlY hOTEl/inn (AnY lOcATiOn)1st: The Gothic Inn
Block Island, RI2nd: Lands End Inn
Provincetown, MA3rd: Woof Cottages - Nantucket, MA
grOOmEr1st: RI Animal Medical
Center & Four Paws Pet Resort - Warwick
2nd Tie: ZPUP Dog Spa & Boutique - Lincoln
2nd Tie: Four Paws Grooming North Providence
3rd: Stars They Are - Seekonk
SElf-SErvE DOg wASh1st: ZPUP Dog Spa &
Boutique - Lincoln2nd: Duncan’s Dog Wash Warwick 3rd: Puppy La Pew - Pawtucket
mOBilE DOg grOOming1st: Fur Kidz Mobile
Pet Grooming2nd: Clean Pets Express3rd: Top Dog Mobile
Grooming
PET BOUTiqUE1st: Plaid & Stripe - Providence2nd: Shaggy Chic Pet
Boutique - Wickford3rd: Park Ave. Puppy’s - Cranston
ri Animal medical center 4 Paws Pet resort (outdoor play yard)
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Thank you to all of our wonderful clients for voting us the
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- Dr. Jane Linden, DVM, and the staff at the Providence River Animal Hospital
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Country Club for Dogs and Cats• All forms of Obedience Training
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Thank you Animal Print Readers for Voting for us.
Voted #1 Overnight Boarding Facility i n t h e 2 0 0 5 , 2 0 0 7 , 2 0 0 8 T O P D O G
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2010
DOg BAkErY (lOcAl)1st: Jack’s Snacks - Cranston2nd: Bone Appetit Eco-Friendly Dog Store
East Greenwich3rd: Dogs In Harmony - Johnston
DOg TrAinEr1st: Off The Leash Doggie
Daycare/Training - Attleboro2nd: Dynamic Dog Training
Services - Warwick3rd: Alexandra Morgan’s Animal
School & Daycare - Warren
PlAcE fOr AgiliTY TrAining1st: Canine Mastery - Seekonk2nd: K9 Connection - Warwick3rd: Delmyra Kennels - Exeter
BOArD & TrAin fAciliTY1st: Solid K9 Training - Providence, RI 2nd: Alexandra Morgan’s Animal School - Warren
3rd: K9 Instincts Inc. - Portsmouth
DOg & hUmAn grOUP fiTnESS clASS1st: Method Fitness - Dog/Human
Boot Camp - Providence2nd: All That Matters - Doggie Yoga - Wakefield3rd: CHI Fit Club - Glendale
DOg wAlking/PET SiTTing SErvicE1st: Scratch N’ Sniff2nd: Furry Fellas Pet Service3rd Tie: The Pet Sitter 3rd Tie: Furry Friends Pet Care Service
OvErnighT BOArDing kEnnEl1st: Delmyra Kennels - Exeter2nd Tie: Off The Leash Doggie Daycare - Attleboro2nd Tie: RI Animal Medical & Four Paws
Pet Resort - Warwick3rd: Alexandra Morgan’s Animal School
& Daycare - Warren
“in-hOmE” OvErnighT PET cArE 1st: Scratch N’ Sniff 2nd: Yolanda’s Pet Sitting & Errand Service 3rd: Furry Fellas Pet Sitting
Off The leash(ralph gasbarro)
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Love Your Pet.Naturally.Your pet will enjoy our all-natural and organic pet food and accessories, and you’ll enjoy a 10% case discount!
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We train puppies and mature dogs, and can work with you anywhere in Rhode Island, Boston or SE Massachusetts.
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Providence river Animal hospital
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DOggiE DAYcArE1st: Off The Leash Doggie Daycare - Attleboro2nd: MetroPet Dog Center - Warwick3rd Tie: Alexandra Morgan’s Animal School
& Daycare - Warren3rd: Tie: The Barking Lot - Providence
inviSiBlE fEncE cOmPAnY 1st: Moriarty’s Invisible Fence - Warwick2nd: K-9 Contain & Train - Warwick3rd: East Bay Pet Fence - Warren
BEST vETErinArY PrAcTicE/hOSPiTAl/clinic1st: Providence River Animal Hospital - Providence2nd: Rhode Island Animal Medical Center
& Four Paws Pet Resort - Warwick
3rd: Compassionate Care Veterinary Clinic-Cumberland
hOliSTic vET/vETErinArY PrAcTicE1st: Wolf Rock Animal Health
Center - Exeter2nd: Sharon R. Doolittle DMV,
Inc - Smithfield3rd: Crowing Hen Veterinary
Homeopathy, LLC - Chepachet
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POSITIVELY A DOg SchOOl• Pet Manners • Daycare • Problem
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24 hOUr EmErgEncY vET hOSPiTAl 1st: Ocean State Veterinary Specialists - East Greenwich2nd: Mass-RI Veterinary E.R. Inc - Swansea3rd: Emergency Veterinary Services of RI Inc. - North Providence
mOBilE vET1st: All Pets Mobile Vet2nd: Salmon River Vet (RI’s Mobile Vet) 3rd: Seaside Veterinary Services
PET AcUPUncTUriST 1st: Dr. Jeff Corey at Healing Paws - Providence2nd: Dr. Sharon R. Doolittle at Sharon R Doolittle DMV, Inc - Smithfield3rd: Dr. Elizabeth Hassinger at Wolf Rock
Animal Health Center - Exeter
vETErinArY rEhABiliTATiOn cEnTEr1st: Healing Paws - Providence2nd: Tufts3rd: The Canine Joint - Seekonk
AnimAl mASSAgE ThErAPiST1st: Dr. Jeff Corey at Healing Paws - Providence2nd Tie: Heather Watson at Natural Paws Pet Resort - Rehoboth2nd Tie: Jessica Gonsalves at Peace Dogs Canine Care Services - Bristol3rd: Teri Derosiers at Zen Dog Canine Massage in K9 Connection - Warwick
crEmATOriUm/AfTErcArE fAciliTY1st: Final Gift Pet Aftercare Services and Memorial Center - Cranston2nd: Angel View Pet Cemetery - Middleboro3rd: Potter League for Animals - Middletown
POOPEr ScOOPEr SErvicE1st: DoodyCalls2nd: Doggie Doos of Rhode Island3rd: The Pet Butler
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• Acupuncture• Animal Chiropractic • Homeopathy• Herbal Medicine
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Dog Training Services
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Hit The Bars! Did you know that there are a number of dog friendly bars in Rhode Island? Three that were just voted as Top Dogs are Nick-A-Nees in Providence, Aidans Pub in Bristol and O’Briens Pub in Newport. Be sure both you and your dog are comfortable with getting lots of attention from strangers! Now go take your dog out on that date!
Get A Couples MassageI know, this may sound a little strange, but why not try it? There are plenty of massage therapists in the area and many that focus on dogs. Wet Nose Canine Massage (see ad on opposite page) is one such therapist that will set up an in home couples massage or have you visit their host location for both you and your dog. If you call other pet massage therapists, (check out top dog winners on page 15) we’re sure they would be happy to accommodate you and your pooch as well. Talk about a great date for both of you!
5 Unique Dates For You And Your Dog!
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With temperatures plunging into the single digits it’s becoming a bit of a challenge to think of fun things to do with our pets. So in honor of Valentines day we’ve come up with some unique “dates” you can go on with your dog. Enjoy!
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Saying the final ‘Goodbye’ to a beloved pet is a
difficult and emotional experience for every member
of the family. The professional staff at Final Gift
understands this. Having suffered the loss of our
dearest friend and companion; we were faced with
the same difficult decisions you may now be
faced with. How do we properly say goodbye?
How can we give our friend one last gift for all of
the love and loyalty she gave to us? Cremation
offered our family the most thoughtful and
respectful way to make the love and memories we
shared with our pet last forever. This is why we
decided to create Final Gift Pet Aftercare Services and Memorial Center.
Final Gift is committed to providing veterinarians and pet owners in the New England
area with the finest, most complete and professional pet aftercare service available.
Final Gift's distinguished reputation among the veterinarians and clients it has been
privileged to serve over the years, is a testament to our dedication and unequaled service.
As pet owners, we treat your pets as members of our family. Let the caring staff at
Final Gift provide your pet with the services they deserve.
A bou t U s
Final Gift is a state-of-the-art pet crematory and
pet memorial center conveniently located just
one mile off of I-295 exit 4, in Cranston, Rhode
Island. Our facility has been thoughtfully
designed to guarantee the highest level of
service to the veterinary hospitals we serve as
well as their clients during their time of grief.
Our Facility
Our ServicesFinal Gif t is a ful l -service pet af tercare provider and pet
memorial center offering both cremation andprivate burial services . You may choose from a
complete select ion of cremation and burial services thatbest f i t your aftercare needs.
This service includes the gentle pick up of your pet at your home, stable orveterinary hospital. Once in the care of Final Gift, your pet is placedindividually into the crematory and is kept separate from all other pets. Theremains are then placed in an attractive urn of your choice and hand delivered toyour home or veterinary hospital to be reunited with their family. A certificate ofcremation and grief package is issued with every individual cremation.
Communal cremation means that your pet is cremated in a group setting withother pets. This service also includes the gentle pick up of your pet. This optionmaintains a high level of dignity at a modest cost. Pet ashes are not returned, butreceive a proper burial at the discretion of Final Gift in the fields of our family'sfarm.
Communal Cremation
Individual Cremation
Equipped with three crematories and room
for expansion, Final Gift provides our
clients with a guaranteed 72 hour return
of their pet remains, in a complimentary
wooden urn.
Guaranteed 72 hour cremation service - All pets are reunited withtheir family within 72 hours. 24 hour service is also available.
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What better way to show your love than with smiles, hugs or kisses? For humans, hugging is typically an
enjoyable, comforting behavior. We hug in times of stress or sadness, as a way to apologize, or to show love, affection, and intimacy. We hug spouses, friends, children, babies, stuffed animals, blankets, even ourselves! Many believe this behavior stems from the comfort and relaxation we felt as nursing or cuddled babies that became associated with chest to chest contact, and we retain that association into adulthood. Dogs, on the other hand, are not primates and it is not natural for them to hug. When canines engage in chest to chest contact, it is typically during rough play or fights, and it only lasts for a few, brief moments. Most humans think their dogs love being hugged, but with a quick scan of the many photographs of dogs being hugged, you will see lots of stressed dogs with wide eyes, averted gazes, lip licking, pulled back mouth
corners, flat ears and body posture leaning away. Now, I’m not saying, don’t hug your dog – I certainly hug mine every day! Dogs can be inad-vertently, or purposefully, trained to tolerate hugs or associate them with good things, especially if the hugging starts during puppyhood. And some dogs are just naturally more tolerant of body handling than others. Just keep in mind that from a dog’s perspective, hugging isn’t normal! If your dog tenses up, pulls away, licks their lips, or even growls – don’t take it personally and definitely don’t scold them! They are just telling their crazy primate owner that dogs don’t dig that, so knock it off. This is especially valuable information to instill in children. Kids naturally want to – and are often encouraged to – run up and hug dogs. This is a pretty bad idea that can easily result in a nip. Then there are kisses. We all know what kissing means among humans, and I know more than a few of you kiss your dogs on the mouth. I actually have a tee shirt that says: “Bacio il mio cane sulla
LOVE
Doggie Style!
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FEBRUARYFebruary 5th and 6th The 18th Annual Rhode Island Pet Show and TICA Cat Show WHEN: February 5th - 6th, 2011 WHERE: Rhode Island Convention Center 1 Sabin Street Providence, Rhode Island SHOW HOURS: Saturday, 11am to 6pm Sunday, 11am to 6pm TICKETS: $8 Adults, $7 Seniors, 12 & under $4 The Rhode Island Pet Show, sponsored by PETCO at the Rhode Island Convention Center. Rhode Island’s love of animals certainly shows judging by the numbers of people who come back year after year to enjoy all the fun and interesting aspects of this show. Check out page 26 in this issue for more info or visit www.jenksproductions.com/ripet.html
February 11th Have A Heart Cocktail PartyJoin the Potter League for their an-nual event and fundraiser at the Hotel Viking, One Bellevue Ave in Newport Preview Party, Main Event, Silent Auctions and new this year: a Live Auction, Wine Tasting, Hors d’oeuvres, Desserts and more! For more info visit: www.potterleague.org
Saturday February 12th2nd Annual Stand Up For AnimalsPresented by Furry Friends Pet Care6:30-10:30pm at The Colosseum Providence 180 Pine St.Food, Fashion, Comedy, Auctions and much more! Tickets start at $25. VIP Tables and VIP couches available. For more info visit www.furryfriendsri.com/
Dig Up Pet Events In Your Neighborhood!Saturday, February 12th Friends of the Bristol Animal Shelter’s 4th Annual Mardi Gras Ball Live for today, Plan for tomorrow, Party tonight! Saturday, February 12, 2011 6:30 p.m. Linden Place Ballroom 500 Hope Street, Bristol, Rhode Island. Live music by th Rockn’ Soul Horns Band, Food by Blackstone Caterer’s, live and silent autions and Fred Campagna, Chief Meteorologist ABC6 as Master of Ceremonies Auction Sneak Peak: A Hot Air Balloon Ride, several Get-A-Ways including a Florida trip, a theatre package, a skydive jump & much more! An event not to be missed! For more information please call 401-457-8581 or visit our website at www.friendsofthebristolanimalshelter.org
Friday, February 18 “Hearts & Paws” Pasta Dinner 6:00pm - 9:00pm North Phillips Street Hall, East Providence. Please join the RISPCA for our 9th Annual “Hearts & Paws” Pasta Dinner on Friday, February 18th at the North Phillips Street Hall in East Providence. For the past 8 years the dinner has sold out. Come enjoy an evening of friends, family, food, and fun that helps raise much needed funds for the homeless animals at the Rhode Island SPCA! The “Hearts & Paws” Pasta Dinner features a delicious main course of penne and meatballs with Italian bread, salad, coffee, and dessert. There will also be a “penny social” with many great raffle prizes to choose from, “grab
bags” with “secret” prizes to choose from, and many great items at our silent auction table including a trip to Pagosa Springs, Colorado and Boston Red Sox tickets! We hope to see you there! For more info visit: http://www.rispca.com/pastadinner.htm
MARCHMarch 22nd thru 24th Save A Pet Society Auction The 24th annual auction of the Seekonk Animal Shelter’s volunteer group, Save A Pet Society, will be held on March 22nd through the 24th from 6:30 to 10:30 each night. The auction is held at Johnson & Wales Inn on Taunton Avenue in Seekonk and is televised on local Seekonk TV 9, so Seekonk residents may bid from home and anyone not participating via the televised auction can attend in person. There is no admission charge. Refreshments are served. Many wonderful items and gift certificates will be sold to the highest bidder. All proceeds are used to support the programs for the homeless animals at the Seekonk Shelter. If you have a business or provide a service and would lik to donate an item or certifi-cate, contact our vice president, Liz, at 508-336-5411.
MAY Sunday May 1st Live Seminar On Real World Dog Training With Award-Winning Dog Trainer Jeff Gellman nationaly known dog trainer, radio host and public speaker: Jeff Gellman of Solid K9 Training, New England’s own Dog Whisperer, is enlivening Providence with another exciting and educational dog training
23 {Wandering Tails} by Mike Fink Dig Up Pet Events In Your Neighborhood!seminar, on Sunday April 24th 2011 5pm-7pm at The Westin Providence! Jeff will present the four cornerstones of his no-nonsense, real world training, teach you deeper animal communication and the solid skills to effectively handle your dog, as well as explain distraction training and his philosophies on the “Power of The Pack”. Watch and listen to Jeff as you sit back and hang on for the ride as Jeff shows you how without food or bribery you can unleash the true spirit in you and your dog. This life-changing event will show you the way to happier, more peaceful existence with your dog! Following the seminar will be a cocktail hour, including cash bar and appetizers, with the opportunity to meet with Jeff and ask your questions directly. Learn more at www.SolidK9Training.com or by calling
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401-527-6354. This is a human only event, so please leave your dogs at home.
WEEKLY/MONTHYEvery Saturday What Would Jeff Do? Real World Dog Training Talk Radio on AM 790 When: Saturdays 9-10am www.WhatWouldJeffDo.com. Station Hotline: 401-437-5000 Tune in, call in, and get saved.
Every Tuesday“Pick of the Litter” Tuesdays at 12pm, Thanks to ABC Channel 6, there is another way to find a new best friend. Each week,
channel 6 hosts a program called Pick of the Litter that features adoptable animals from the RISPCA.
The Pet Zone hosted by Sandy Marcel A local access television show promoting happy, healthy and safe pets. The Pet Zone is shown in many southeastern MA towns. Here are just a few: TAUNTON- (CHANNEL 15) (Showings: Wed. 7pm & Thurs. 11:30 am), NORTH ATTLEBORO- (CHANNEL 15) (Showings: Fri. 8:30 pm, Sun 11:30 am) ATTLEBORO/REHOBOTH- (CHANNEL 15) (Showings: Wed, 7:30 pm &. Thurs 6pm) Website: www.doubleacs.com For a full listing of channels and times visit http://www.petzonetv.com
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When it comes to dogs, the word “smile” gets even more difficult. Tooth baring in a wide grin is typically consid-ered a threat among dogs; a way of saying, “I am not com-fortable with you, back off !” This is often called a snarl or grimace. But a true “smile,” which is not displayed by all dogs and is a lot less common, has a meaning similar to a true human smile. It is a silly facial expression that has no threat at all, but the teeth are still bared. If you have a Dalmatian, you probably have seen this before. So how can you tell the difference between a dog’s threat grimace and a happy smile? It takes practice and time, but in general: “back off ” is usually associated with tense facial muscles, very round eyes, and pulled back mouth corners. Smiles that are showing love and submission are typically associated with soft, relaxed, squinty eyes, ears pulled far back, soft lips, and a soft, wiggly body. Hugs, kisses, and smiles. Three ways of expressing human love and affection, with very different meanings among our canine companions. Two means “threat” and one means “appeasement” - not exactly the sappiest of Hall-mark greetings! But with a little knowledge about how our best friends communicate, and a respectful acceptance that dogs are NOT humans in fur coats, we are better able to read and understand our dogs and show them how much we love them.Now, go kiss your dog on the mouth (if he wants you to!).
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By Katenna Jones, ScM, Associate CAAB, CABC, CPDTHumane Educator / Animal [email protected] Humane Associationwww.americanhumane.org
Dear Reader, I am looking for ideas for future articles. If there is a particular topic or question you would like me to address, please email me! Thank you to those who have submitted some great ideas – watch for them in upcoming issues!Katenna
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PET illUSTrATOr/PAinTEr 1st: Laurie Lynn Lawton2nd: Lana Linscott Studios3rd: William Schaff
BirD SUPPlY STOrE1st: Jungle Junction
Cumberland2nd: Rumford Pet
Center - East Providence and Warwick
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and Warwick2nd: Aqua-Life Aquarium - Providence3rd: Something Fishy - Warwick
lOcAllY OwnED PET SUPPlY STOrE 1st: Rumford Pet Center - East Providence and Warwick2nd: Allies Tack & Feed - N. Kingstown3rd: Attleboro’s Old Barn - Attleboro
vAcUUm clEAnEr 1st: Dyson2nd: Hoover3rd: Oreck
PET PSYchic1st: Noreen at Psychic
Kitty - Wakefield2nd: Ann Martelle at Positive
New Beginnings Holistic Center - East Providence
3rd: Chuck Cockrane at The Silver Willow - Rehoboth
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2010 DOg fOOD1st: Wellness2nd: Blue Buffalo3rd: Alexandra Morgan’s Natural
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vOlUnTEEr grOUP/ ShElTEr/rEScUE1st: RISPCA (RI Society for Prevention
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PET EvEnT 1st: RISPCA Howling Hounds Walk2nd: PARL Pet Walk3rd: RI Pet Show
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To Benefit The Providence Animal Rescue League
Cook Dinner For TwoWhen it comes to cooking for one, there is often little motivation to prepare nutritious meals. So why not make a date night once a month and cook for you and our pet! Dogs and cats enjoy many of the same healthy options as you do, so we think this might be fun! A list of “people foods” that are safe and healthy for dogs can be found by doing an internet search, checking with your veterinarian, or in books and magazines. It is important to check the pet safety of foods because there are certain foods such as chocolate, onions, garlic, grapes, and raisins that you should not share with your dog.
Go Shopping!The Animal Print has just started compiling a list of local stores that welcome your pet. We have a few, but we know there are many more! Why not plan a day around shopping exclusively at places you can take your pet! If you find some great new
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locations please let us know and we’ll add them to our online list. Have fun and tell them that the Animal Print sent you!
Have A Sleep OverWe love staying at swanky hotels and inns and right in this area there are some beautiful hotels that welcome pets! Some even have room service with great items for your dog. Why not take a break from it all and just hang out with your pup in luxury? A few of our picks are the Hotel Viking in Newport, Westin in Providence, Marriot Providence Downtown, Banisters Warf Guest House in Newport and The Lands End Inn in Provincetown, MA.
Bonus Idea: Why not make it a double date and bring along your dog’s favorite dog pal and his person!
We hope you have a great date with your pet and if you do - let us know at [email protected] would love to hear about your day!
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Simon is a gorgeous full blooded Siberian Husky. He is about 2 years old with one blue eye and one brown eye. He is underweight and in need of a good grooming. Simon came in smelling like skunk but should be de-skunked in a day or two. He is friendly towards people and other dogs in general.
Madeline is a beautiful young dog with huge perky ears that make her irresistible. She is super friendly and playful and appears friendly to- and interested in- other dogs. She weighs about 60 pounds with long legs and a graceful but muscular figure.
Cypress is a gorgeous, young, wiggly Span-iel/and who knows what mix. Border collie, Pointer and Am Staff have all been suggested. He is super friendly, very energetic and so happy. Cypress loves retrieving, playing and bouncing around.
Bristol Animal Shelter – Bristol, RI • 401.253-4834 • [email protected]
Curly is a spaniel mix. He is about 4 years old. He is very friendly and loves to play. He is a very high energy dog, definitely not a couch potato. He would make a great family dog. He is very trainable with commands. If interested, please stop by for a visit.
Dewey is a 7 year old yellow lab mix. He and his brother, Harry, were surrendered togeth-er because their owner became ill and could no longer care for them. Despite their ages, they still play like they are puppies! They can be placed together or separately. If interest-ed, please stop by for a visit!
Darcy is a short-haired dark brown tabby. He is about 8 years old. Darcy tested posi-tive for feline AIDS, so he needs to be housed in a home without other cats or in a home that already has an AIDS positive cat. He is very sweet. He is the definition of a lap cat. All he wants to do is snuggle up on your lap and be loved.
Cisco is a short-haired orange cat. He is be-tween 3-5 years old and is very sweet. He and his brother, Tray, and sister, Sandy, were abandoned and left to fend for themselves in the woods. Thankfully neighbors got togeth-er and took care of them until they could call us. If interested, please come in for a visit.
Friends of Homeless Animals – Providence, RI • 401.234.4499 • [email protected]
Sophie is a 3 year-old lady Boston Terrier. She has 1/3 of her right ear missing and was severely malnourished at the time of her rescue, but she now weighs 21 lbs and looks great! Sophie is wonderful...she is sweet and loving and is such a joy to be around. She’s fairly laid back and loves to cuddle on your lap or nap in the sun. Whoever adopts this little love with be very happy they did!
Frisky Witch is a Boston Terrier/Rat Terrier Mix, but you can call her Frisky. If you are looking for a laid back, run of the mill dog-keep looking!! She’s a spunky, mischievous, lovable, little girl with a huge personal-ity! Everyone is always laughing at the silly things she does. Frisky is the happiest little girl going!
Fenway is a sweet little male Boston, black & white, around 19 pounds, and just over a year old. He is neutered & UTD on all shots. He came from an original family with small children and did well there. His family had to give him up to a friend when they had to move out of state.
Quince originally came from a puppy mill in Toone Texas about 3 years ago. He was in really sad shape when we got him. His poor little behind and back skin was thickened and scabbed up with no hair and he just looked so sad. He could barely walk. Quince is also a little slow. He is a sweetheart and a half just not real bright.
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Twinkie gets along with some dogs, but not all. She doesn’t like cats. She would be best in a place where she has company. She tends to bond with one primary person, though loves everyone in her home. She is fine with children - has been around them all her life. She goes outside and is also paper trained.
Milo is a very talkative large cat who loves attention. Loves to play with toy mice. Has to be in a home without other cats. Milo is Felv / FIV negative and neutered. Please call Defenders of Animals at 401-461-1922 or go to http://www.defendersofanimals.org for the adoption form.
Shiloh is a quiet well-mannered gentleman. He loves people and gets along with cats of all ages. A big handsome guy, who wants to be loved. He is Felv / FIV negative, neutered with all his shots up to date. Please call De-fenders of Animals at 401-461-1922 or go to http://www.defendersofanimals.org for the adoption form.
Sally is just a doll! Poor sally has lived tied to her dog house for the past 5 years; she is su-per sweet and loves everyone; she does okay with male dogs but doesn’t care much for females. She really enjoys human compan-ionship and a warm place to sleep. Please call Defenders of Animals at 401-461-1922.
Seekonk Animal Shelter – Seekonk, MA • 508.336.6663 • [email protected]
Rosalie is a charming orange kitten who loves tummy rubs, likes to play, especially with dangly toys and is not fond of being picked up. This special kitten is looking for a person with patience who will enjoy her mischievous nature.
Dash like her sisters is energetic and playful. She would dash around this shelter all day if we let her. She is sweet and I think very unique looking. She loves chasing balls around. She would be great with energetic children.
Big Al is a large fellow weighing about 15 lbs. He is so laid back and sweet. Big Al loves his food. He enjoys getting lots of love and rolling onto his back.
Archie is one of our playful kittens. He is still young and curious. He was found limping around someones yard for a few days, because he had an ingrown nail on his extra toes. Archie is usual because he only has one paw that has extra toes, so he is has only one double paw.
Providence Animal Rescue League – Providence • 401.421.1399 • [email protected]
Scarlett is a 7 year old Doberman mix who was surrendered because her owner lost her job and could no longer afford to have a dog. Scarlett is a sweet girl who would do great in a home with respectful older children (12+) and adults. She would do best as the only dog in the home-Scarlett wants all the atten-tion for herself!
Neo is an 8 year old Bassett Hound who is a complete love-bug! He is very sweet and might do well as the only dog in a home or perhaps with another dog of similar age and/or energy level.
Scooby is a sweet Pitbull mix. He can be very shy at times, but warms up when given enough love! He is a strong boy who would love to run for hours! He would do best in a home with children at least 12 years old. He is good with dogs, but does not like cats. He is house trained and still uses his crate.
Tyson is a super sweet 11 month old Pitbull Mix. He is a jumpy and playful little pup! He loves running and getting lots of attention! He is hyper, but will calm down when told. He is very responsive and eager to learn! He would do great in a home with children, cats and dogs. He is house trained and uses a crate.
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Everything I Learned About Life (and How to Live) I Learned from my Cockatiel – CHEEKO!by Bonnie Frechette
“Isabella Barrett” 2000-2010
My dearest Isabella, thank you for the joy you brought to my life. You were a great companion and a wonderful
friend for many years.
You inspired me to open my shop and to believe in the power of pets and their place in my heart.
Without hesitation you always did what I asked of you. Long days at work, to hiding in your carrier under
the table at restaurants while I ate dinner and never complained.
The last years of your life were spent at moms in the country frolicking in the yard and keeping watch over
their home till it was time for you to go.
Thank you for the years of love & laughter. You will be deeply missed
Love Always, MOM
“Cheeko”• Be who you truly are. Put yourself
out there and don’t be meek. Live an authentic life.
• Turn up the volume, go full throttle and live!
• Dance – even if you don’t know how! Just live in that moment and set yourself free!
• When you find what you love, don’t be shy about it. Claim it, love it, be loyal and relish in that joy.
• Don’t judge the outside, it’s the beauty within that matters.
• Don’t be shy – go for what you want.
• Be inquisitive – explore, try new things. Dare to learn.
• Express your joy – it brings others joy to see you feel joy.
• Dare to be silly – life is more fun!
• Love unconditionally.
• Sing when you need to sing.
• Be strong – those around you feel it and benefit.
Cheeko was my best friend and love of my life for eight great years. He was no ordinary bird. He had a spirit that was larger than life. This little guy carried me through some really tough times. He made friends wherever he went, and he was a well traveled bird. He’s been on vacation camping in Acadia National Park, been to the beach in Dennisport and also a cottage in Sandwich. As you can see, he taught me a lot about life and losing him so tragically was yet another gift he gave me as something to process, learn and grow. His legacy will continue and I will forever honor his spirit and celebrate my luck in having him in my life. Thank you Cheeko. Love you - forever!
R.I.P. Cheeko – I Love You! Thank You! • Cheeko also taught me a huge lesson in forgiveness -- that was his parting gift.
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What do you do for a living?Bonnie: Marketing and Community Relations.
Rocksie: Make my parents happy.
What is your idea of perfect happiness?
Bonnie: That first cup of coffee in the morning.Rocksie: Snuggling between mommy & daddy
for coffee time.
What is your greatest fear?Bonnie: Running out of cream for coffee.
Rocksie: Stairs.
What is your most treasured posession?
Bonnie: My kayak – it sets me free!Rocksie: My squeaky hedgehog.
If you were stranded on a desert island, what 3 things would you take?
Bonnie: Camera, journal, hammock. Rocksie: My hedgehog, bone and
daddy’s sweatshirt.
Bonnie & Rocksie
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