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ARL Newsletter 5th Annual

Putts 4 Mutts Golf

Tournament Sunday, August 30 the ARL will hold its annual benfit golf tournament. Join us for a fun afternoon of golfing with your friends and help raise money for the needy animals at the ARL! Once again, our event will feature a hole-in-contest sponsored by McRill Stowell Christensen Insurance, along with our marshmallow driving contest, putting contest and lots of fun! Shotgun start at 1:00 PM at the American Legion Golf Course, two-person best shot format. Pre-registration is required. Registration forms are available at Animal Clinic-THE VET, Animal Medical Clinic and the ARL. Or download one off our website at http://arlmarshalltown.com/calendar/putts4mutts.html Hope to see you there!

2nd Annual Hogs for Dogs Poker Run Saturday October 3. Enjoy touring the county on your motorcycle with

friends? Then the Hog for Dog Poker Run is probably right up your alley. The 2008 event included over 50 bikes, over 75 people and a couple of adorable dogs!! The ride will start at MCC again this year with a route still to be determined. Our final destination will include the Poker hand and a chili dinner for all riders. With winter quickly approaching this could be one of your last chances to get out and enjoy a ride before the cold weather moves in. Check out our website for more information and a registeration form. http://arlmarshalltown.com/calendar/cruisin4critters.html or contact Missy at the ARL 641-753-9046.

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Dog Behavior 101- If your dog is

on leash and is sitting or laying down, don't allow it to move forward (wiggle forward or "scootch") when a person walks up and asks to pet your dog. If your dog tries to scootch, give it a verbal correction and/or a light touch and place it back in its original position.

Typically, a new person greeting a dog will encourage the dog to move toward them. We don't want to develop that pattern of behavior. Sometimes people will act surprised if you don't allow your dog to move forward. I just tell them

that my dog isn't "allowed" to move forward to be petted and tell them they need to "ask permission" to pet my dog and then approach my dog to pet it. Developing this pattern of behavior helps us in a few ways. The first being your dog will not get in the habit of breaking a sit-stay or down/stay in order to receive a bit of attention. Secondly, not everyone is accepting of a dog approaching them. Lastly, the dog becomes accustomed to a direct, often times abrupt frontal approach. A direct frontal approach, with direct eye contact with a human leaning over the top of the dog and a hand traveling toward their head, is generally considered to be a threat. If you have a reactive dog, this could result in an unpleasant situation. However, if the dog has been conditioned to not move from its sit, is calm, and is praised by the person, the dog learns that a frontal approach means they will receive praise and affection and it eventually becomes a non-threatening situation.-Tip provided by Hala Dog Academy

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Grooming 101- Ear and Dental Care Using an ear cleaning solution provided by your veterinarian can easily clean ears. Ear cleaners remove excess moisture, wax and debris from the outer ear canal. Only use products specifically for dogs and avoid medicated products unless advised by your vet. Hold up the earflap and dribble a few drops of ear cleaner into the ear canal. Massage gently at the base of the ear to work in the solution. Stop if this appears to be painful to your pet and consult your vet. Use cotton balls to wipe away any excess solution and to clean out any wax or debris. Use your forefinger and only clean as far as it will naturally reach to avoid hurting the eardrum. Never use q-tips or poke anything in to the ear as that can damage the sensitive lining of the ear canal or perforate the eardrum. Have a veterinarian check your pet’s teeth before you start a tooth-brushing program. If your pet has gum disease or damaged teeth, the process will be painful and he will associate pain with tooth brushing.

Buy pet toothpaste and a toothbrush at a pet store or from your vet. Try researching alternatives, such as a finger toothbrush, if your pet refuses to let you brush his teeth with a toothbrush. In general, try to use minimal restraint on your pet while brushing, especially if it's a cat. However, it may be easier to handle a reluctant cat by wrapping him in a towel to keep him from scratching or trying to escape. Brush your cat or dog's teeth with a gentle, massaging motion. Follow the instructions provided by the toothpaste. Reward your cat or dog with a tartar-control treat when you are finished. -Tip provide by Happy Tails Pet Grooming

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From the Desk of… Dr. Dennis Drager, DVM Feline Leukemia Virus

Feline leukemia virus(FeLV) is a retrovirus, similar to the Feline immunodeficiency virus(FIV). FeLV infection is seen worldwide in cats, especially in ill, the very young, and those in high risk environments. The virus is spread through the saliva, nasal secretions, urine, feces and milk of infected cats. Transmission occurs from cat to cat contact. Therefore, cats at greatest risk of infection are those with prolonged exposure to or fighting with infected cats. The virus can cause cancer in cats, various blood disorders, and may suppress the cat’s immune system which decreases the cat’s ability to fight off other infections. Some of the signs of disease caused by FeLV include loss of appetite, weight loss, enlarged lymph nodes and persistent diarrhea. FeLV infection can be diagnosed by a blood test run in The Vets office. To prevent FeLV infection, vaccinate your cat and keep them away from potentially infected cats. If you have questions about this or other feline diseases, call us at the Animal Clinic-The Vet at 641-753-5486 or visit with your veterinarian.

What kind of cat is that? Ocicat. Originating from interbreeding of Abyssinian, Siamese and American Shorthair, it is the only spotted

domestic breed selectively bred to emulate the cats of the wild. The ideal Ocicat is a large, active animal with an athletic appearance. It is very solid and well-muscled and has a short, tight coat with a satin sheen that shows off muscles and spots to their best advantage. While the Ocicat looks wild, its temperament is anything but ferocious. It is a lot like a dog in that it is absolutely devoted to its people. The Ocicat is not a demanding, clinging-vine type, but is confident as well as dedicated to its owners. Most Ocicats are also quite extroverted around strangers, not at all bashful

about checking out the possibilities for a few playmates or a lap to curl up on when visitors come to call. Ocicats are quite bright and easily trained. Many will fetch, walk on a leash, respond to voice commands and readily adapt to household rules. Because of their adaptability, they are a joy to work with and easily get used to traveling. Their sociable nature may make them less suited than some other breeds to being left alone for long periods of time, but it does make them a good choice for a household already blessed with other cats or dogs. Though Ocicats fill the need for the exotic, they are easy to keep and require no special care. Their diets are the same as any domestic and their short coats need only the occasional bathing and grooming. They are not prone to any particular health problem and their broad genetic background gives them vigor and vitality. Ocicats come in many colors: tawny, chocolate, cinnamon, blue, lavender, fawn, silver, chocolate silver, cinnamon silver, blue silver, lavender silver, and fawn silver.

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From the Desk of… Dr. Sarah Summers, DVM Spaying and Neutering Your Pets Congratulations! You have a new member of your family of the four legged kind! You have made it through potty training, vaccinations for the first year, and he or she is well on their way to becoming a grown up. Now is the time to consider having your pet altered so it cannot have or contribute to more puppies. It is recommended to have your pet spayed or neutered by 6 months of age. The advantages to having your female dog spayed (the operation is also called ovariohysterectomy) are backed by numerous studies and include the following:

Eliminates unwanted heats and the inconvenience of attracting stray dogs to your property.

Eliminates the messy discharge and odor associated with a heat cycle.

Done prior to the first heat, spaying greatly reduces the risk of mammary cancer that is so common in older, intact females.

Protects your dog against the risk of ovarian and uterine cancer and uterine infection (pyometra).

Helps control the pet population crisis by avoiding unwanted pregnancies.

The advantages to having your male dog neutered include the following:

Eliminates annoying sexual habits such as mounting behavior or lifting his leg to “mark” his territory both outdoors and in the house.

Eliminates roaming in search of females. If allowed to run loose he may fight with other males, be injured by automobiles, or get lost. If confined, he may become hyperactive or aggressive.

Reduces the chance of developing infections. Neutering also reduces prostate and testicular cancer. These are all problems of older unaltered males.

Reduces the chance of your dog biting or being aggressive towards other dogs and humans. Statistics show that most dog bites are inflicted my unaltered males.

Less roaming behavior means less external and internal parasites.

There is a common myth that having your pet spayed or neutered will affect his or her personality and cause them to become fat and lazy. The facts are that altered pets’ behavior only changes for the good. Your pet’s metabolism may decrease due to lack of estrogen or testosterone, but you can be proactive by reducing their caloric intake early to prevent weight gain and help them live a long and healthy life in your family.

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What kind of dog is that? Boxer. The Boxer's ancestors were two German mastiff type dogs, the Bullenbeiszer and the Barenbeiszer. They were later crossed with the powerful ancestors of the Mastiff and

Bulldog. Early on, these dogs were prized for hunting, bull baiting, and for pulling carts. A bit farther down the family tree, Boxer ancestors became cattle dogs and were used to round up livestock. They were also popular circus and theater dogs because they learned tricks so easily. In spite of its German origins, "Boxer" is an English name that suitably describes the dog's punchy fighting style. It has been said that the name Boxer came from the way the Boxer likes to use its front paws for just about everything. Though early Boxers may have been quite ferocious, the breed today is a very gentle, loving family companion. Boxers have a very compact and muscular body. Its coat comes in fawn, brindle, white and various shades of red, with white markings. The tail is often docked and ear cropping is optional. (Docking and cropping is illegal in some countries.) The boxer’s lower jaw extends beyond its upper one, curving upward. The weight range for the boxer is typically in the lower 50’s for smaller females and up to 70 for larger males.

The Boxer is happy, high-spirited and energetic. Boxers are highly intelligent, eager and quick to learn; making them an excellent choice for obedience competitions. Loyal and affectionate, Boxers are known for the way they get along so well with children. A well brought-up and properly socialized Boxer will also get along with his own kind and other household pets such as cats. Boxers need lots of human leadership. It’s important to teach the Boxer not to be boisterous and especially not to jump up at people starting at a young age. Daily mental and physical exercise is paramount. Without it, the Boxer will become high strung. This breed requires a dominant owner. Training should start young and be firm and consistent. Boxer’s are excellent family companions for active families. They love to play and romp. Requiring minimal grooming, the dog does not demand frequent trips to a groomer. Obedience training is important to ensure that you and your pet get off on the right step from the beginning. Living an average of 11-14 years, a Boxer will provide its owner with many years of love and entertainment.

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ARL WISH LIST The ARL is always in need of in-kind donations to help us care for the many needy animals that cross our threshold each year. Listed below are items we use daily. Feel free to contact us to see if we have any special needs! Pet Foods:

Dry and Wet Adult Dog Food

Dry and Wet Puppy Food

Dry Cat Food

Dry and Wet Kitten Food

Small Animal Food: call for current need. Other Pet Items:

Cat & Dog Beds

Assorted Cat Toys

Assorted Dog Toys (non-plush)

Stainless Steel Feeding Bowls, all sizes

Baking Soda

Cat Litter, Clay Only Please

Towels, Blankets

Grooming Supplies, such as scissors, nail trimmers, brushes and combs

Nylon Dog and Puppy Collars

Nylon and Leather Dog Leashes

Pet Taxis

Bird and Small Animal Cages

Bird and Small Animal Toys Cleaning Supplies

Powdered Laundry Soap

Unscented Dryer Sheets

Dish Soap

Glass Cleaner

Bleach, Bleach and more Bleach

Paper Towels Office Supplies

Pens

8 ½ X 11 Copier Paper

Staples and Staplers

Binder Clips

Scissors

Highlighters

Stamps

File Folders

Scotch Tape

Staples Gift card to purchase printer Ink cartridge

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Tales from the kennel… We recently had a couple of chinchillas make a temporary home at the

shelter. I personally had never seen one outside of a photograph. For those of you unfamiliar- chinchillas are in the rodent family. Here is some of the information about chinchillas we learned about caring for them as a pet… These cute little creatures are nocturnal and like to sleep during the day. They have an extremely soft dense coat. They are skittish by nature and do not typically like to be held. However, they can become very attached to an owner, especially if they have been raised by that person since a kit (baby). Chinchillas are high-strung and usually are not the best choice of pet for young children. Chinchillas average life span is commonly around 15 years, but many can live up to 20 or more. So much as any other pet you may consider a chinchilla will be a long time family member. Chinchillas have a large variety of vocalizations they use to communicate. Sounds range from chirps and squeaks to barks. Since they are most active at night, this would be when most of the communication would be taking place. Chinchillas require extensive exercise and should be provided with items such as exercise wheels. Chinchillas have small legs and feet which easily become caught in spokes or open wire, so ensure your exercise wheels have solid surfaces to protect your pet. Since they are naturally curious you should plan to allow for them to have some time out of their cage to exercise and satisfy their curious nature. Like other members of the rodent family, a chinchilla’s teeth continue to grow throughout its life. It is important to provide them with suitable materials to chew in order to wear down their teeth naturally. If the teeth become overgrown the chinchilla will not be able to eat. Suitable chewing options would include wood sticks (birch, willow, or apple), pumice stones, and chew toys. You should avoid woods such as conifers (cedars) or citrus (orange) as the can be toxic. Also avoid plastic toys as bits of plastic can become lodged in their intestines easily.

Chinchillas must be kept in a cool environment, temperatures exceeding 80°F can quickly lead to heat stroke. Red ears will signal that your pet is becoming overheated. Chinchillas do not bathe in water, as their dense fur prevents them from drying completely, which leads to the growth of fungus or fur rot. Chinchillas will be happy to bath themselves provided their owner sets them up with a supply of chinchilla dust. Chinchilla dust is a fine powdery pumice. This absorbs oils and dirt from their coats. Due to the dense nature of their fur, they are resistant to fleas and lose little dander. This makes them a good choice for people with allergies. Chinchillas should be fed a high quality, hay based pellet and a constant supply of loose hay. They have a very sensitive stomach and it is important to provide them a consistent quality diet. Fresh fruits, nuts and high protein foods and alfalfa should be avoided. As with all pets a fresh supply of water should be provided at all times. The chinchilla can make a unique and fun pet. Overall, they are easy to care for and low maintenance. The biggest challenge for any owner to overcome would be their nocturnal activities.

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Make a difference in the lives of our animals while you are shopping for yours!

Do you get your pet’s supplies at HyVee? If you do, then I am sure you are aware of HyVee’s ‘Pet Print’ Program. If not, here’s how it works- when you purchase pet supplies at HyVee, you will receive a ‘coupon’ type print out with the dollar value of pet supplies on it with your cash register receipt. When you collect $300.00 worth of pet prints (within the redeem-by-date) you can redeem them at HyVee for a $10.00 gift card.

The ARL collects HyVee Pet Prints. We use the gift cards collected from pet prints to purchase supplies such as cat litter, bleach and food each month at HyVee. If you would like to donate your pet prints to help care for the homeless animals at the ARL it is easy to do. HyVee has a collection box on their Customer Service Desk where you can leave your pet prints or tell your cashier you would like your Pet Print to go to the ARL and they will be happy to see that it gets into the collection box. Better yet, stop out for a visit at the ARL and drop off your Pet Prints here. We have a collection box at our front desk.

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2009 Dog Jog What a gorgeous morning for walking dogs and meeting new friends. This year’s event was bigger and better than ever with 120 dogs and their two legged companions joining in for the fun. 2009 Winners Male 2 Mile Fun Run: Dave Benz & Sadie Female 2 Mile Fun Run: Karen Slowiak & Willow ARL Dog of the Day: Lola (owner Dan Speese) Largest Dog: Otis (owner Liz Wise) Smallest Dog: Lilly (owner Cassidy Collins) Longest Tail: Lily (owner Chrissa Elsberry) Biggest Ears: George (owner Peter Carter) Owner/Dog Look-a-Like: Brennin Davis & Kaylee

Co-Chair Kim Johnson had this to say, “This is a unique event in our community and one of the very few that allows dogs to attend. We are pleased that so many of the community’s responsible pet owners join us each year to show their support of our local shelter. “ For more pictures of the event check out the photo gallery on ARL of Marshalltown’s FACEBOOK page. http://www.facebook.com/pages/ARL-of-Marshalltown/84707157189#/pages/ARL-of-Marshalltown/84707157189?v=photos&viewas=0

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Join us for a fun afternoon of golfing with your friends and help raise money to care for the needy animals at the ARL of Marshalltown. Once again this year

McRill Stowell Christensen Insurance will be sponsoring a hole in one contest on the course. There will also be a putting contest, driving contest and a raffle.

Thank you for helping us, help them….

Putts 4 Mutts Registration

Player 1: ____________________________________________________

Player 2: ____________________________________________________

Shirt Sizes: ___ S ____ M _____ L _______ XL _______ XXL _______ XXL (additional shirts may be purchased for $12.00 each)

Team of golf $70.00

___# of additional shirts @ $12.00 each $______

Cart: I need a cart $22.00_______ I am bringing my own cart_____ $______

Amount Enclosed $_______

Contact Person: ________________________________________________

Phone #_______________________________________________________

Contact me about sponsorship opportunities: Phone #_________________

Pre-register no later than Friday August 14, 2009. Make checks payable to the

ARL Send registration and payment to: Animal Rescue League of Marshalltown

Attn: Putts 4 Mutts

1921 Taylor Ave Marshalltown, IA 50158

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Could one of us be your new best friend? These animals are available for adoption at the ARL of Marshalltown. If you are thinking of a new family canine or feline companion, your new best friend may be waiting for you at the ARL.

Emma Female DMH 1 ½ years old

Rusty Altered Male DSH 4+ years old

Whiskers Spayed Female DSH 8+ years old

Cindy Female DSH 2+ years old

Derby Male

Beagle Mix 6 years old

Fitch Male

Dachshund-Papillion Mix 1 year old

Dean Altered Male

Husky Mix 3 ½ years old

Indigo Spayed Female

Border Collie Mix 5+ years old

Tina Female

Blue Heeler Mix 3+ years old

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2009 Country Cruisin’ for Critters Saturday July 18th was our first ever ARL benefit tractor ride. What a beautiful day for it. Not to hot and partially sunny; making it a great day to tour the countryside of Marshall County. Over 20 tractors of all shapes and sizes participated in the event. We even had Frannie, an 8 week old puppy join us for the ride. Below is Frannie taking her lunch break during the ride’s stop at the Sunrise Café in LeGrand. Frannie is the newest member of the Delf Family of Gladbrook. Frannie plans on checking out more of the local countryside on future rides with her new mom and dad.

Prizes were given for several categories: Smallest tractor: Lynn Beichley Biggest tractor: Jeff Koster Newest tractor: Darrel Baker Oldest tractor: Charles Delfs ARL favorite tractor: Delbert Beenken Most miles driven to ride on tractor: Marvin Klinefelter Furthest distance traveled: Jason Childs Shortest distance traveled: Melvin Buls Winners received a “tractor shaped’ trophy for each category and a $10.00 Theisen’s gift card. Terri Stahl, co-coordinator had this to say about the day "Twenty-four tractors, twenty-four drivers, zero complaints led to a full day's worth of fun. We will be back next year!" Special thanks to Waylon and Terri Stahl who organized the benefit event. Thanks to Theisen’s and Stahl Photography for their sponsorship of the event. Check out Stahl Photography’s Website for more pictures from the event! www.stahlphotography.com

Check out our website next spring for information on the 2010 event!!

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Lennox Leadership and Development Organization Raises funds for the ARL Yearly, the Lennox Leadership and Development Organization select a local charity to sponsor through employee contributions and fundraising. Lennox LDO chose the ARL and Marshalltown K-9 unit as their charities for 2009. The fundraising committee organized a heating and cooling scratch and dent unit auction, sold a signed Chicago Bears jersey on E-bay which had been donated, collected donated items from the community to use for a raffle and organized an employee picnic and games held on June 5th. On July 24th, the LDO presented the ARL with a donation of $10,536 and a $4,000 donation to the Marshalltown Police Department K-9 unit. Funds donated to the ARL will be used to repair and replace outdated equipment that is used daily in the care of our animals and, if possible, purchase dog beds for all of our dog kennels. We were very excited when Tina Bizios, Fundraising Chair for the LDO this year, contacted us about being selected as this year’s charity. Everyone at Lennox was wonderful to work with and we even had a few

employees who adopted new family members during the campaign! The ARL of Marshalltown relies heavily on donations to care for our animals, upkeep our facility and cover the daily expenses of the shelter. We are extremely grateful for the many organizations that help us out each year in our mission to care for the lost and orphaned animals of Marshall County. Without the help of businesses like Lennox, service clubs like the LDO and private citizens our facility would not be able to open its doors each day. Thank you to Lennox LDO and all of the individuals involved for their efforts on behalf of our facility.

New Dog Adoption Sound System An exciting new addition to our facility is a sound system in our dog adoption room. This system was donated through memorial contributions in honor of Dr. Douglas Hildebrand, longtime area veterinarian and friend of the ARL. Research has shown that playing classical music in shelters helps to reduce the stress felt by animals in shelters and can help decrease barking. We have already noticed a significant decrease in the barking at the shelter.

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