urban paws magazine

Issue 8: Volume 8

Photo by Paw Prints Pet Photography by Jamie Fincher.

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EVENT CALENDAR 6September 2014

THE SCOOP 7Canine News and Happenings

TRAINING & BEHAVIOR 10Tips for Responsible Dog Ownership

SPECIAL FEATURE 12Help Prevent Dog Shootings in Texas

SPECIAL FEATURE The State of Animal Welfare in Texas 16

HEALTH & WELLNESSCancer Treatment and Our Pets 20

ADOPTION 24Treat ‘Em Right Rescue

PublisherJennifer Kitchens-Street(281) [email protected]

Advertising(281) [email protected]

Contributing WritersPamela Duffy BoichCile HollowayMelissa Parsons, DACVIMBob Williams

Staff PhotographerJamie Fincherwww.pawprintsbyjamie.com

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SEPTEMBERevent calendar

SEPTEMBER 6

Arts in the Park at Rob Fleming Park in The

Woodlands. Family-friendly event, with fun

for everyone! Dog-friendly event! Natural

Pawz Treat Truck will be at Arts in the Park.

Large open field for your K-9 companions.

Visit www.thewoodlandstownship-

tx.gov/artsinthepark for more information.

SEPTEMBER 8

10th Annual Abandoned Animal Rescue Golf

Tournament at Gleannloch Pines Golf Club.

This year’s shot gun start will be at 1:00PM.

All proceeds will benefit the new 10,000

square foot building. Entry fee includes golf,

2 beer tokens, BBQ dinner, awards, mulligan,

bubba drive, raffle ticket, and door prize

entry. To register, visit www.aartomball.org.

SEPTEMBER 15

4th Annual Houston Gray Ghost Golf

Tournament at Cypress Lakes Golf Club in

Cypress. All net proceeds from the tourna-

ment will benefit Weimaraner Rescue of

Texas. To register, visit www.weimrescue-

texas.org.

SEPTEMBER 20

Strut Your Mutt Houston fundraiser. This

annual dog walk and festival held by Best

Friends Animal Society raises money for its

network partners and will benefit 11 differ-

ent Houston animal welfare groups. The walk

will take place at T.C. Jester Park, 4201 W.

T.C. Jester from 8:30AM to 12:00PM. For

more information, visit www.strutyour-

mutt.org.

SEPTEMBER 20

Tiny Paws Rescue Resale Shop will be open-

ing just in time for Halloween! 308 E. Main

St. in Tomball. Donations of gently used pet

items are welcome. For more information,

visit www.tinypawsrescue.com.

SEPTEMBER 26

Divots for Dogs Charity Golf Tournament

benefiting Corridor Rescue. Tour 18 Golf

Course, 3102 F.M. 1960 East in Humble.

2:00PM shotgun start. For registration and

information, visit www.divotsfordogs.org.

SEPTEMBER 26-28

Dock Dogs at Discovery Green South Central

Reg Championship. For event and registra-

tion information, email registration@dock-

dogs.com.

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the scoop

Local Wolf Sanctuary to Hold NinthAnnual Festival of the WolvesSaint Francis Wolf Sanctuary will be holding its

ninth annual “Open Day and Festival of the

Wolves” on Saturday, October 4, 2014 between

the hours of 10:00 am and 2:00 pm. The public

is invited to this fun, family-friendly experience,

featuring: a chance to see real wolves and wolf

dogs in person, educational presentations,

games, face-painting, food and drink, bake sale,

silent auction, raffle, fun door prizes, plus the

opportunity (not guaranteed in advance) to meet

and have your picture taken with one of the

“ambassador” animals!

Saint Francis Wolf Sanctuary (SFWS) is a reg-

istered 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity in

Montgomery, Texas, run by volunteers and cre-

ated to provide a permanent home for non-

releasable wolves and wolf dogs to live out the

rest of their natural lives safely and comfortably

with loving care and attention. These animals

have suffered much and deserve a stable and

loving home. SFWS is also committed to edu-

cating the public about wolves and about the

complexities of wolf dog ownership.

Visit www.wolvesofsaintfrancis.org for driving

directions.

Tomball Episcopal Church to HostAnnual Pet FestivalThe Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

in Tomball, TX, is holding its annual Pet Fest on

Saturday, October 4, 2014.

Pet Fest 2014 celebrates the pets in our lives.

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There will be raffles, vendors, canine demon-

strations, food, rescue groups, crafts, games and

so much more! The event benefits Abandoned

Animal Rescue (AAR), an animal rescue group

in Tomball, TX. The highlight of the event will

be the Blessing of the Animals in the outdoor

chapel. The event times is free and open to all.

Ikea Features Adoptable Dogs in Stores

Furniture might help make a living space com-

fortable, but nothing makes a house a home like

a furry best friend.

Some Ikea stores are now featuring cardboard

cutouts of adoptable dogs in their showrooms

amid the furniture. The cutouts contain tags

with QR codes that shoppers can scan to learn

more about the individual dogs.

The idea to display the pets inside the store

began in Singapore as a collaboration between

Ikea and two animal shelters. Together they

formed the project Home for Hope.

An Ikea store in Tempe, Arizona, is joining the

project to find homes for adoptable animals.

All six of the featured dog cutouts at the store

in Tempe have now been adopted from the

Arizona Humane Society, and more cutouts will


be exhibited in the store at the end of the

month. At least eight dogs have been adopted in

Singapore so far, according to the Home for

Hope website.

Rescued Collies Now on the Road toRecoveryIn August, dozens of collies were removed

under a federal court order from a Tomball

woman's home. A judge ordered Dr. Elaine

Kmiec to surrender the dogs as part of a bank-

ruptcy settlement. Kmiec claimed she was

breeding and selling the dogs, however, neigh-

bors say she was hoarding them.

106 dogs were seized from an undisclosed

location, now called Camp Collie by volunteers.

Houston Collie Rescue stepped in removing

the dogs from what she says were horrible con-

ditions. They are now receiving treatment from

volunteer veterinarians who say there is hope for

the animals.

Houston Collie Rescue has been inundated

with requests for the dogs, but there will be a

strict process before any are released for foster-

ing or adoption and background checks will be

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mandatory.

A judge will soon decide whether to officially

grant Houston Collie Rescue permanent cus-

tody of the dogs.

If you are interested in adopting one of these

dogs, or would just like to donate to help offset

the cost of caring for them, visit Houston Collie

Rescue’s Web site at

www.houstoncollierescue.org.

COMING INOCTOBER:

Rescue & Adoption Issue

COMING INNOVEMBER:

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ood canine manners start with you. We

have compiled a list of some essential

tips to help you be the best dog owner

possible.

1) Get your dog spayed or neutered.Spayed/neutered pets not only live longer and

healthier, but they also make better companions.

The best age to spay/neuter a dog is around five

to six months old, at the beginning of puberty.

Talk to your vet about the right time for your

dog.

2) Provide proper identification. Your dog

should always wear an ID tag with your name,

address and phone number. Getting your dog

microchipped gives an added layer of protection

and increases the chances that he will be

returned to you if he is lost.

3) Get training to help you understand yourdog. Knowing your dog’s unique temperament

and tendencies will help you better control how

he behaves. A well-behaved dog is less likely to

upset people and pets in public places, will be

more welcome at gatherings, and will enjoy a

better relationship with everyone he meets. Plus,

his good manners will reflect positively on you,

his responsible owner.

4) Schedule regular check-ups with your veteri-narian. Choose a veterinarian who shares your

medical philosophies and beliefs, then follow

his/her recommendations for vaccinations, diet,

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spaying/neutering, annual check-ups and other

care.

5) Make time for your dog. Owning a dog is a

big responsibility that takes time and discipline.

Make time daily to pet, play with, take on walks,

or do other activities with your dog that are fun

for both of you.

6) Give your dog regular exercise appropriatefor his breed, age, size and other unique charac-teristics. Whether it’s a short walk or a rousing

game of fetch, exercise is essential to your dog’s

physical and behavioral health.

7) Provide shelter for your dog. A crate or dog-

house is an ideal place for your dog to rest and

sleep for a limited amount of time. The enclo-

sure should be large enough for your dog to sit,

stand and turn around comfortable, but small

enough to retain his body heat inside the shelter.

8) Travel safely. Keep your dog safe in the car

by using a pet travel harness, pet car seat, or a

carrier/crate. Never let your dog ride free in the

back of a pickup truck (he could be thrown into

traffic) or allow him to hang his head out of the

car window (a danger to his eyes).

9) Watch for temperature extremes. Never

leave your dog in the car if it is extremely hot or

cold outside. Your car is like an oven in the blaz-

ing sun and a freezer in the bitter cold.

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Help Prevent Dog Shootings in Texas


special feature

ave you heard about any of the hor-

rific dog shooting stories by police

officers across Texas? Sadly, the cases of unnec-

essary dog shootings are climbing at an alarming

rate. The Texas Humane Legislation Network

(THLN) is pursuing a law that will require peace

officers to take mandatory canine encounter

training, which will help prevent events like

these:

October, 2011 - A dog owned by an Arlington,

Texas family was the pride and joy of their

young, autistic boy who had bonded with him.

The medium-sized dachshund mix named

Bucky, who provided emotional support to the

little boy, got loose from the house while offi-

cers were at the door. The dog exhibited no

signs of aggression, yet was shot by an officer

five times. What makes the situation even more

tragic is this dog was shot right in front of the

little boy.

May, 2012 – A Fort Worth, TX officer, who

showed up on a routine call at the wrong

address, approaches the home and gets greeted

by a border collie named Lily. The officer stated

he thought the family's other dog (that was

restrained) was a pit bull so he shot the dog clos-

est to him. Lily subsequently bled to death.

April, 2014 - One of the most recent cases that

H made news across the state was in Rains County,

Texas, where a heeler mix named Candy, a docile

family pet, was shot by a sheriff deputy while

barking and not posing any threat. The deputy

was responding to a burglary call made two

hours earlier by the family. The shot did not kill

Candy, but instead left her severely wounded.

She ultimately had to be put out of her misery.

May, 2014 - In Round Rock, Texas, an eight-

year-old pet Rottweiler named Bullet was shot

inside his home when police officers were inves-

tigating a burglar alarm. The dog was lying down

in a bedroom when police entered the residence.

The dog stood up, which presumably startled

the officer who shot seven times, striking Bullet

five times, killing him. It turned out a child liv-

ing in the home accidentally left the back door

open, triggering the alarm system. Bullet had hip

dysplasia and exhibited no signs of aggression

toward the officers.

And these stories are just the tip of the iceberg.

Texas leads the nation in dog shootings by law

enforcement officers, and according to the

National Canine Research Council, up to half

of the intentional shootings by police involve

dogs.

If you are shocked and disturbed by these sto-

ries, you are not alone. Concerned citizens have


begun to voice their opinion, demanding that

something be done to prevent these horrible sit-

uations from happening.

Don’t Blame the OfficersThere are certainly cases where law enforcement

is not to blame. Peace officers, including police,

constables and sheriffs, are obviously forced to

encounter any number of risks and dangers

while in the line of duty. Dog attacks on officers

while they are out on law enforcement calls are

unfortunately not uncommon, and often times

they are forced to protect themselves and others

if there is imminent danger. But what about the

cases where the animal is not posing a threat?

What if an officer, with adrenaline rushing, who

perhaps has not had many experiences with

dogs, cannot instantaneously spot the difference

between a dog charging toward them with teeth

bared and a happy dog trotting over to greet

them? Officers must make split-second deci-

sions and respond quickly, so if they can’t easily

tell the difference between a friendly dog and an

aggressive one, then another tragedy and local

news story is likely to ensue.

Prevention is the Solution The solution to this problem is quite simply

officer training. Education on canine behaviors

and body language will enable officers to quick-

ly identify if a dog is posing a threat and act

accordingly. Some municipalities in Texas, such

as Round Rock (in response to the unwarranted

Rottweiler shooting in May, 2014) have required

their officers to take a course in canine encoun-

ters. But what about the rest of Texas?

This is why the Texas Humane Legislation

Network (THLN) is pursuing the passage of a

bill in the 2015 Texas legislative session that

would require all peace officers in the state to

take mandatory canine encounter training. With

training comes much sounder judgment of

whether a canine is endangering humans and the

result is a safer environment for everyone.

Thankfully, every municipality and county in

Texas has a training budget set aside for officer

education, thus, such training would not pose a

tax payer burden. Peace officers are required to

receive 40 hours of in-service training each 24

months, so this training would simply become a

part of that 40 hours of training. The mandato-

ry peace officer training bill is essential legisla-

tion for dramatically reducing the risk of these

tragic incidents taking place.

You can help protect dogs from a wrongful

shooting in just minutes. Just sign up for

THLN’s Action Alert emails at www.thln.org.

By: Pamela Duffy Boich, Director and Marketing Chair Texas Humane Legislation Network (THLN)

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“A dog teaches a boy fidelity, perseverance, and to

turn around three timesbefore lying down.”

- Robert Benchley


special feature

The State of Animal Welfare in Texas

2013 Year in Review and What’s Ahead

By: Cile Holloway, PresidentTexas Humane Legislation Network (THLN)


stablished in 1975, Texas Humane

Legislation Network is a grassroots, non-

profit organization that fights for the enactment

and enforcement of laws to protect animals

from neglect and abuse. They are the political

arm and voice for every animal and animal wel-

fare agency in Texas.

2013 was a productive year for animal welfare,

and the support of Texas citizens enabled us to

pass laws that will protect generations of ani-

mals for years to come. Highlights of the

accomplishments of the Texas Humane

Legislation Network include the following:

• Passage of the Gas Chamber Ban bill - man-

dating that all Texas shelter dogs and cats be

euthanized by the humane method of injection

only. This law will save millions of homeless

animals death by gassing for years to come.

Keeping existing animal welfare legislation

intact:

• Anti-Puppy Mill Statute - We fought a last-

ditch effort by Texas breeders to block enforce-

ment of the puppy mill law. There is more to be

done to crack down on irresponsible breeding,

and we're working with the enforcing agency to

locate and inspect all commercial facilities.

• Horse slaughter ban in Texas - Thankfully

there were no major attacks on the Texas horse

E slaughter ban this year, but there is much activity

at the Federal level we're supporting with our

national partners.

• Dangerous Wild Animal Act - We fought and

defeated multiple bills intended to exempt road-

side zoo animals and substandard 'sanctuaries'

from the Dangerous Wild Animal Act - meaning

these animals would have no protection from

abuse and neglect.

• Humane Lobby Day - We hosted this event in

Austin with our national partners, HSUS and the

ASPCA. Together, we met with nearly 100 legisla-

tors to make sure our voices for animals were

heard.

THLN is preparing for the 84th legislative session

in January 2015. The preliminary legislative agen-

da includes:

• Humane Tethering Law - The current state-

wide tethering law is confusing, vague and as a

result not being enforced by either animal control

officers or law enforcement. When engaging with

stakeholders all over the state, THLN learned that

strengthening the tethering law was the most pop-

ular issue to be addressed. THLN will file a bill to

strengthen the current law and make sure it is a

"humane tethering law" with reasonable, enforce-

able provisions. Continuous chaining is both

inhumane and a threat to the safety of the con-

fined dog, other animals and humans.


Strengthening the Texas tethering law will bene-

fit the lives of thousands of dogs throughout

the state.

• Peace Officer Canine Encounter Training -

During the 2013 session, a bill was brought to

mandate peace officer training for canine

encounters. Although THLN supported this

bill, it died in committee. Since 2013, more hor-

rific dog shootings of pet dogs continue to

occur across the state, typically on a weekly

basis, making Texas the worst state in the nation

for dog shootings. Such legislation will mandate

peace officer training to eliminate or dramatical-

ly reduce the risk of these tragic incidents taking

place.

• Exotic Animal Ownership - In 2013, there

were two bills about dangerous wild animal

ownership; one attempted to ban ownership

while the other attempted to weaken the current

dangerous wild animal law. As THLN has

remained in the forefront to protect these ani-

mals, it will revisit the dangerous wild animal

ownership issue in Texas. Reliable reports show

thousands of dangerous wild animals are kept

by private owners across the state, and often

these animals are kept in deplorable conditions.

THLN is in the process of releasing a report

including the dangerous wild animal laws of the

254 Texas counties to help better understand

how to move forward in protecting these majes-

tic creatures that pose a serious threat to the

safety of Texas citizens.

• Other Animal Welfare Legislation - Each ses-

sion, THLN is the only organization that

researches and tracks every single bill brought to

the Texas legislature that relates to animal wel-

fare. After extensive research into the bill,

THLN offers support for those bills not on its

agenda, but still a win for animals all over Texas.

• Protect Large-Scale Dog & Cat Breeders Act -

As THLN closely monitors Texas animal

groups, it has learned that a group of breeders

plan to file a bill to repeal this critical Act. This

Act provides for minimum standards of care for

animals living in large-scale breeding facilities

and ensures they are subject to inspection to

make sure satisfactory adherence to the care

mandates. In its quest for the protection of ani-

mals, THLN also fights bad bills that are

brought and this is an example of one of them.

• Uphold the Horse Slaughter Ban - This act

has been in place in Texas for more than 50

years, but during past legislative sessions,

attempts have been made to repeal the law.

THLN will fight to keep this legislation in place

in Texas to protect horses.

YOU can make more animal welfare laws a real-

ity with just minutes of your time. There is

more work to be done to protect animals in the

state of Texas, and THLN has a nearly 40 year

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track record getting animal welfare legislation

passed into Texas law.

The number one thing you can do to help thou-

sands of Texas animals is register for THLN’s

Action Alert email list. You will be notified with

instructions on how to take action when it’s

needed the most, which typically involves con-

tacting legislators. Every call to a legislator

improves chances of passing laws to protect ani-

mals. Register for Action Alerts at

www.THLN.org.


health & wellness


By: Dr. Melissa Parsons, DACVIM (oncology)North Houston Veterinary Specialists


s the prevalence of cancer increasing in our

pets? This is a common question. Perhaps

we are more observant of changes in our pets

health and we are more likely to take them to the

vet for evaluation. Or maybe, our pets are living

longer and are more likely to develop cancer. In

one year, 4 dogs in 1,000 will get cancer and 2

cats in 1,000 will be diagnosed with cancer, with

40% of dogs older than 10 years of age dying of

cancer. The exact cause of cancer is likely mul-

tifactorial–caused by a combination of genetics,

environment, immunity and inflammation. Of

all cancers in pets, skin tumors are the most

common tumors seen in dogs and lymphoid

tumors, such as lymphoma, are the most com-

mon seen in cats. The result is that the field of

veterinary oncology is growing rapidly, and

referral to a veterinary specialist for cancer treat-

ment is more common than ever before.

When people take their pets to a veterinary

medical oncologist, there is always the concern

for the quality of life their pet will have with

cancer treatment. Indeed, the goal for everyone

when treating cancer in our animals is to make

sure that they have a good quality of life and

overall, this is in fact the case. For many of our

patients receiving chemotherapy, it is impossible

to tell that they are even undergoing treatment.

For those patients treated with radiation therapy,

side effects generally resolve within a few weeks

of completing treatment and patients treated

with surgery often feel better post operative if a

tumor has affected their quality of life.

Diagnosis of cancer in pets is like that in

humans, since many cancers are the same in

dogs, cats and people. The tests and types of

treatment available for people are also available

for our pets. Veterinary hospitals can perform

biopsies, CT scans, MRIs, oncologic surgery,

radiation therapy and administer chemotherapy.

So many diagnostic and treatment options can

seem overwhelming to a pet owner. The goal of

the veterinary medical oncologist is to spend

time with you to make sure that you understand

all the test and treatment options available.

Decisions about your pet’s care can then be

made based on the treatment goals and the

degree of financial, time and emotional invest-

ment required.

The initial visit to your oncologist generally

includes a discussion about staging–tests to

determine the extent of the disease in your pet.

This may include performing a chest radi-

ograph, abdominal ultrasound, and blood work

as well as additional tests such as fine needle

aspirate, biopsy or CT scan. It is important that

while working through this process, we focus on

ensuring that your pet is comfortable and is

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Cancer Treatment and Our Pets


maintaining a good quality of life. The process

of testing, diagnosis and treatment often occurs

within days, especially if the cancer appears to

be progressing quickly.

Often therapies can be used together or it may

be that only one modality is required. Surgery

may range from a small incision to a larger

reconstruction to ease removal of larger masses.

Our dog and cat patients are very resilient and

tend to recover quickly after surgery when their

pain is appropriately managed.

Chemotherapy is systemic therapy either admin-

istered intravenously in the hospital over min-

utes or hours, or administered orally and may be

given at home. Systemic treatment is indicated

for those cancers that are considered systemic

diseases such as lymphoma, or for other cancers

that spread to other parts of the body. This is

referred to as metastasis. The drugs used for

chemotherapy in veterinary medicine are often

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“4 dogs in 1,000 and 2 cats in 1,000 will be diagnosed with cancer every year.”

the exact ones used to treat humans with cancer,

but they are prescribed in lower doses in our

dog and cat patients. The result is fewer side

effects.

Of course, some pets receiving cancer treatment

will have some “bad days”, but we cannot pre-

dict how each patient will respond to therapy

until we begin treatment. If side effects are

experienced, we then adjust the treatment so

that they feel better and the side effects are

avoided. Overall, less than 5% of veterinary

oncology patients experience such severe side

effects that hospitalization is needed.

During the administration of injectable

chemotherapy, patients relax comfortably

(sometimes with sedation) and go home the

same day. Side effects such as vomiting and diar-

rhea can occur 3-5 days after treatment, but are

generally mild and resolve on their own. Many

medical oncologists send home medications

with the pets for the client to administer at

home, should any side effects occur. By doing

this at home, we can prevent the need for hos-

pitalization from dehydration caused from vom-

iting and diarrhea.

Radiation therapy consists of high dose x-rays

that target a specific area on the pet’s body. Most

commonly, radiation therapy is used to treat skin

tumors such as mast cell tumors or sarcomas

that have been incompletely removed with sur-


gery. The number of radiation treatment pre-

scribed by the radiation oncologist depends on

the goals of the treatment–curative or palliative.

In general, the more treatments administered,

the better long-term control of the cancer.

Prevention of cancer in our pets is a challenge

and for many diseases, we do not fully under-

stand how to prevent them from occurring.

However, there is no question that the best

defense is early detection. Annual or semi-annu-

al physical exams (including a rectal exam) will

help make sure that problems are detected early.

Any new lump or bump on your pet should be

recorded and tested with a fine needle aspirate

by your veterinarian. “Watching it” is not a good

strategy since treatment of smaller masses for

many cancers carries a better prognosis. By

adopting a proactive approach to our pet’s

health, and with continued research and sup-

port, veterinary oncology will continue to work

towards improving the lives of our pets with

cancer.

Treat ‘Em Right Rescuewww.treatemright.org

Treat 'Em Right Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitationof the American Pit Bull Terrier and other 'Bully" breeds. While their focus is "Bully" breeds, they willhelp dogs that do not fall into this classification if possible. Once a dog is in TERR’s care, they providethem with the medical attention they need to heal physically and the love they need to heal emotion-ally. They strive to find each dog a loving home and also work diligently to educate our communityregarding responsible ownership off all pets and the true nature of the "Bully" breed dogs.

adoption

Grover is a big, goofy, lovable guy.

Life has not always been good for

Grover. Somehow he ended up on

the streets of Houston just out-

side the County Shelter. Grover

found out the hard way that being

on the streets is tough. On a mis-

erable winter day, the nice people

with Melrose Park Neglected

Dogs found him in rough shape -

wounded, dirty, cold, and hungry.

We worked together to get him

off the streets and into a safe

place. Grover came to our facility

and received the care and love

and food that he needed. In no

time, this big one and half year old

pup transformed into the hand-

some fellow that he now is.

Recently, Grover passed his certi-

fication for the Canine Good

Citizen award. So truly he has

come a long way. Now all he

needs to find that perfect home

to call his own.

Our cover dog,Grover!


Photo by Paw Prints Pet Photography by Jamie Fincher.

Lupi

Jemma and her sister, Jewel, are two very striking5 month old chocolate pups. This pair was savedby a young man when their mom was hit by a carand killed. Then luck would have it that this sameperson got in trouble with the law. You will neverguess who stepped in to save the day - none otherthan Grandma! This animal lover had a soft spotfor these girls and absolutely refused to takethem to any shelter. She persisted in caring forJewel and Jemma despite the fact that they wereout growing their living quarters. Fortunately, wewere able to find a foster and welcomed theminto our program. Jewel is the smaller sister butcontinues to rule the roost, while Jemma is onelaid back, long legged beauty. There is no lack ofpersonality here. Both of them patiently wait forthat right home to come along.


This is Preston. Just the sight of his laughing facemakes the world look brighter. He is a happy,good-natured, laid back guy and everything is allright in his world. He laughs and he smiles! He isan optimistic kind of guy! So what does Prestonlike to do? He is great on the leash and enjoysbrisk walks and he loves to run with a bike. He isstrong and energetic. He also loves the pool andplaying in water. And he loves to hang aroundwith people of all ages and just chill while chew-ing on a bone. Preston is smart and eager toplease. He has received his Canine Good Citizencertificate. He enjoys most female dogs but no lit-tle dogs please.

Jewel and Jemma

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Lupi is a gorgeous champagne colored bully mix.She was a stray who came to Treat ‘Em RightRescue when she jumped in the car while wewere out rescuing another dog. Lupi is full ofenergy and loves to run and play. She will requirean ample supply of balls to play since that is herfavorite past time. There are not many idle min-utes for this energetic girl. Lupi is affectionatetowards people, but selectively likes other dogs.She has worked on her obedience and recentlyreceived her Canine Good Citizen certification. Ifyou are looking for a sweet and energetic dog,Lupi would be an excellent choice.

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vet directory 2014

Veterinarians

Clara Scott, DVMMy Family Vet20120 Kuykendahl RoadSpring, Texas 77379(p): 281.288.0500(w): www.myfamilyvet.com

Sunset Blvd Animal Clinic 2525 Sunset Blvd.Houston, Texas 77005(p): 713.526.5881(w): www.sunsetblvdanimalclinic.com

Veterinary Specialists

Laurie Noaker, DVM, DACVIMVERGI8921 Katy FreewayHouston, Texas 77024(p): 713.932.9589(w): www.vergi247.com

Nicholas J. Millichamp, BVetMed, PhD,DVOphthal, DipECVO, MRCVSEye Care for Animals17395 Tomball Parkway #3-HHouston, Texas 77064(p): 281.890.3937(w): www.eyecareforanimals.com

Christie Cornelius, DVMLast Wishes In-Home Pet Hospice and Euthanasia1302 Waugh Drive, Suite 968Houston, Texas 77019(p:) 713.452.0474(w): www.petslastwishes.com

North Houston Vet Specialists 1646 Spring Cypress Road #100Spring, Texas 77388(p): 832.616.5000(w): www.nhvetspecialists.com

If you are interested in having your veterinary practice featured in our Vet Directory,please contact us at 281.384.5431 or [email protected].


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