June - Pets Without Parents!

THINK
Vol. 2 • Issue 1 • June • 2009
Sponsored by Color Design Innovations and Pets Without Parents
This WorkPlace Has Gone to the Dogs!
614.267.PAW S
www.PetsWithoutParents.net
Xavier was an owner surrender. He is one of the friendliest,
dogs we have ever had at the shelter - he plays with anyone
willing - adults, kids, dogs, even cats! - he loves them all!
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June 26th is the day everyone’s office can “go to the dogs”... if they are
lucky! Since 1999, Take Your Dog To Work Day has encouraged employers
to welcome pets into their workplaces. It’s also become a special time
to promote pet adoption. Sponsor Pet Sitters International anticipates
that this year on Take Your Dog to Work Day, thousands of companies
will open their doors to their employees’ dogs.
But many of us don’t wait for an official day to bring our dogs
to work. A recent survey by the American Pet Products Association
Manufacturers found that 20% of companies now have pet-friendly
policies. Every workday -- and even on weekends -- you can find dogs
hanging out in businesses around the country.
Want to take your favorite pooch with you to the office? It’s a winwin. Your dog is right by your side all day. And you can put in extra hours
without worrying about leaving your pet home alone for too long. Dogs
are good for workplace morale too -- they are stress-busters.
If you are trying to pitch the idea to your boss, here are some
things to point out. A pet-friendly office is a free perk. As companies
have to cut back on benefits during the slumping economy, this is a real
benefit. According to DogFriendly.com, pet-friendly offices enjoy greater
camaraderie, as well as happier and more productive employees. And
store owners that take their dogs to work report that their sales go up.
Dogs can even give you some good ideas about who to trust when
you’re ready to close a deal. USA Today recently surveyed 75 CEO dogowners and learned that 77% of them feel “they can know something
about the character of others based on how they treat dogs, how dogs
respond to them, and even what they name their dogs.”
Which dogs are ready for the cubicle culture? Aggressive, unfriendly,
hyperactive and fearful dogs should probably stay at home. Nippers,
herders, barkers and biters need not apply. Friendly, well-behaved,
housebroken and groomed dogs can sign up for work detail.
At the office, you’ll want to have a water dish, food and a food dish,
treats, toys (leave the squeaky ones at home), a leash and a lot of poop bags.
You may also want to bring a crate or baby gate. If your dog appreciates
the comfort of a dog bed or special cushion, make it an office accessory. Plan on taking your dog for several walks during the workday. Your pup
may be extra-excited about being in a new place and want the extra
potty breaks. It’s also a way for your dog -- and you -- to get to know the
neighborhood around your company. If you are in a large workplace,
consider putting a note on your office door or cubicle entry saying there
is a dog inside. That way you can avoid surprising any unsuspecting coworkers -- or your
pet. If you have clients or other visitors coming in, it’s a good idea to give them a heads-up
that yours is a dog-friendly office. And keep an eye on your dog when the mail carrier or a
delivery person arrives -- even some polite dogs don’t like them.
How do dogs like the 9-to-5 gig? At Color Design Innovations, the Paws & Think sponsor,
on most days we have at least three dogs roaming our halls. They love coming to work and
they get along well with each other and the humans. CDI visitors can count on being greeted
by all of them at some point. “During lunch hour the dogs like to go from to office to office,
looking for handouts,” says Joyce Berlo, president of CDI. All of our dogs are rescues (see
them pictured above), so they remind everyone of the importance of pet adoption. We even
have a foster or two throughout the year - learning basic commands, getting socialized, and
waiting for the perfect owner to walk through the door. It happened for all 3 of our office
cats, Frankie, Rocco & Emma - who are now enjoying the spoils they deserve with their new
adoptive families!
Columbus attorney Gary Dicker often brings his six-year-old Bearded Collie, Bailey, to
his office. He says his clients love meeting his dog. He does take Bailey home if anyone tells
him they don’t like dogs or they are allergic.
“Bailey is heading for the door before I can finish telling him he’s going to the office,” says
Dicker. “As soon as we get to work he greets everybody and then finds his favorite spot in my
office. He looks forward to lunch because that’s when he gets a walk in German Village.”
If your office space allows for it, talk to your boss about having a few more “dog days” this
summer. And, if you are your own boss... what are you waiting for?! Interested in trying out an
adult “office cat”? Contact the shelter at pets@PetsWithoutParents.net or call 267-PAWS and find
out if your office situation would be a good fit for one of our long time shelter residents!
~ Carol Rich, Local Writer & Animal Lover
Sources include: usatoday.com/life/lifestyle/2009-02-24-pets-office and takeyourdog.com
Summer fun begins - lets make plans...
• FIRST WEDNESDAY of every Month - Starting in June!
Dogs Night Out at Graeters @ 3762 Powell Rd (Sawmill corner) 6-9pm
All dogs get a FREE Frosty Paws Treat - so bring the whole family!
• SATURDAY, JUNE 13 - Slobberfest @ The Pavilion at Coffman Park
Event Time:11-4 pm - Dog Walk @ 2:00 (reg $30 - includes shirt & goodie bag)
Bring your pup! Enjoy rescue groups, food, and vendors - Benefits Humane Society of Madison County
• SATURDAY, JUNE 13 - Eucher Tournament - benefits A.D.O.P.T.
Starts: 6:30 pm - Two Caterers Hall, 6800 Schrock Hill Ct. Cols. 43229
• FRIDAY, JUNE 19 - Dogs on the Deck - benefits Ohio Pug Rescue
6-9:00 pm - The Lodge Bar, 165 Vine Street - Bring your pups for music, fun, food & drink specials!
• SATURDAY, JUNE 20 - Run With The Pack... BABY! Sign-up today!
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When I lost my wire hair fox terrier Sunni in May 2008 from cancer, it took me a while to get
through that and then 4 months later my friend said I should come to PWP to look at a 2 year old
blonde terrier mix. The night I met Sage (previously Silk) I filled out the application and took her
home a week later! Since living in a cage in a barn*, she has gained her weight back (she was 34
pounds when I adopted her and is about 43 now). She can’t wait to
chase squirrels in the back yard, enjoys her off leash walks in the park,
and loves her spot on the couch looking out the window at the birds!
She is a wonderful companion and a happy, healthy dog now! Sage has
many new dog friends, and thanks to PWP, I have a new best friend.
~ Cindy & Sage
* Sage was one of almost 40 “back yard breeder” pups that were rescued from
one residence since last summer. They came to us extremely scared, unhealthy
and ungroomed. As you can see by Sage’s smile, all it takes is a little love to turn
things around for some of these pups!
Warm weather means flowers... and flowers mean...bees!
Just in case you guys get a little too close, here are some
helpful tips from the “Pet Emergency Pocket Guide” for
your owners to follow if you get stung. Locate the site,
and remove stinger (scrape, don’t squeeze). Wrap ice
cube in a towel and apply to area to alleviate pain and
swelling. Benadryl or dephenhydramine liquid may help;
call your local vet clinic to confirm dosage. Finally, make
a paste of baking soda/water and apply directly to the
sting site - it draws out the yucky stuff! Good luck!
(source: informedguides.com)
Summer Fun - Don’t Get Burned!
Most of us can lie down at night
near someone we love and know
that we belong. Human or animal,
it fills us with joy to think that even
in our great big world, someone
cares. Often we forget about those
who feel forgotten themselves. They
have no home, and with that, no
sense of comfort. Adoption means
more than doing the
right thing - its
simply love for
the unlucky and
the start of a
never ending
friendship.
(Stitch & Felicia,
the day we rescued
them, and today! The
dog I hope to have
someday...)
Writing & picture by:
Ryan Reding, Age 11
RO
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CCO
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No one is more ready for the summer
months than I am, except maybe my dogs.
Endless hours of frisbee and the chuck-it,
walks around the meadow, trips to the metro
parks.... aahhh - I can almost hear the excited
high-pitched whines as I reach for the
“brown bag-o-fun” that carries
all of our summer treasures
on our adventures! One
thing that I never forget
is plenty of water - bring
more than you think
you will need, and scout
out some shady spots for
plenty of breaks, especially if
you are playing ball and frisbee
for any length of time. Dogs are much more
susceptible to heat than we are. Every year,
many dogs become ill or even die as a result
of overheating. If your dog is anything like
my Jordie, once that chuck-it is in my hand,
the only thing going through her mind is
“throwtheballthrowtheballthrowtheball...”
and her personal hydration situation is not
on the agenda. So, we need to keep an eye
on them, and regulate their play for them
(whether they like it or not). The following
are some signs of heatstroke in dogs:
anxious expression, collapse, high fever
(104 º or higher), loud panting, rapid breathing,
rapid heartbeat, refusal to obey commands,
staggering, staring, vomiting, and warm, dry
skin. Obviously, many of these symptoms are
similar to reactions dogs would be displaying
if they are playing and running hard at any
time. You would be looking for exaggerated
responses or inconsistencies.
Brachycephalic dogs (dogs with
short noses) such as the pug, bulldog, and
Pekingese, are particularly susceptible to high
temperatures and heatstroke. Dogs do not
perspire through skin like people do; instead
they cool themselves by panting.
Short muzzled dogs have
narrowed and abbreviated
respiratory tracts. They
have a hard time increasing
their rate of panting, so
they are more likely than
other dogs to suffer from
respiratory distress in hot
weather. If you suspect heat
stroke - for any breed of dog - call
the closest emergency veterinarian and let
them know you are on your way. Immediately
lower your dog’s body temperature by getting
him to a cool, ventilated location and applying
towels or sponges soaked in cool water to his
body or by dousing him with a hose and then
wrapping him in a cool, damp blanket. Offer
him a small amount of water - but do not
force him to drink because he may choke.
If you have a dog with a light colored
coat - don’t forget the sunscreen! Dogs can
get burned just like we can if there is pink
exposed skin - on their noses, ears, heads, or
even jowls! Be sure to keep it away from their
eyes - and slather it on!
I would hope that by now I wouldn’t have
to remind everyone NOT to leave their pups
in a hot car - it gets unsafe very fast! Have a
fun, safe summer! Gotta go, so much to do.
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Free Kibble - Feed Hungry Dogs (and Cats)
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Some cats (like me) have a fascination for
grocery sacks. We love to crawl into them
and push them around with our front feet.
Heck, I’ve even crawled inside a paper
bag and took a nap once or twice when
I got tired of playing with it.
If you allow your cats to play with plastic
grocery bags, be sure to cut the handles
so your kitty won’t get his head stuck and
strangle himself. The same is true of large
paper shopping bags from department
stores. Sometimes we get a little carried
away - please help keep us safe!
Mimi Ausland, a 12 year old girl from Bend, Oregon, wanted to help
feed the hungry animals at her local animal shelter. “There are 10’s
of thousands of dogs and cats in animal shelters across the
country, all needing to be fed a good meal.” Say hello to
freekibble.com and freekibblekat.com! Freekibble.com’s
primary mission is to provide good, healthy food to dogs and
cats to those shelters who are working so hard to see that none
of them go hungry - they need our help. Every time you log onto
the website, and play Bow-Wow trivia (even if you get the answer
wrong) you earn 10 pieces of kibble for Mimi’s cause! I am pretty forgetful, so
I signed up for the handy once-a-day “email reminder” with a link to the site. Its a fun way to help
feed some needy animals, and you may just learn a few interesting things about dogs and cats
along the way. Way to go Mimi!
“If there are no dogs
in heaven, then when
I die I want to go
where they went.”
- Will Rogers
You’re in luck! There are about 200
pure dog breed rescues in and around
Ohio. Ranging from Goldens, Boxers and
Pugs, to Labradoodles and Chihuahuas.
You can find links to these sites on the
ColumbusDogConnection.com site, or create
your own search at Petfinder.com.
It may take a few extra steps on your part,
but it will make all the difference to them!