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Greetings!
Welcome! We are very delighted to have you as a subscriber and hope you enjoy our Spring/Summer for 2011! It is full of helpful tips for the upcoming seasons as well as new and exciting happenings here at CARE! We welcome any comments or suggestions regarding this issue or requested content for upcoming newsletters, please email us at Marketing@CalAnimalRehab.com
Thanks for reading,
Dr. Waldman, Dr. Kramer & the CARE Staff
California Animal Rehabilitation
(310) 998-2273
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WELL, HOT DOG!
Heat stroke is common in pets especially in warm climates such as Los Angeles this time of year. It can be dangerous and in some cases can be fatal to your pet. The good news is heat stroke is preventable if you know what signs to look for without missing out on fun outdoor activities!
Common signs of heat stroke can be excessive panting, tongue swelling, change of color in the gums; either bright red or pale to blue, and the most obvious is lethargy or collapse. Being that Angelenos love to be outdoors with their pets, heat stroke commonly occurs during hikes or walks in the spring and summer months.
Owners should also be aware if their pet has pre-existing conditions such as generalized weakness, then they will be prone to heat stroke. Pets with orthopedic or neurological issues, flat faced breeds, overweight pets, pets with breathing problems such as laryngeal issues (horse bark, audible breathing issues) are all predisposed to heat stroke and should not be exercised mid-day; instead exercise is best left for early morning or after dusk. If you find your pet is without any predisposition, minimal exercise mid-day is acceptable, but limit to ten minutes without a break followed by shade and water break. Mid-day exercise should not exceed 30 minutes in full.
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WHAT'S THAT BUMP?
No... that's NOT a volleyball under her shirt!
The word on the street is Dr. Jessica Waldman is pregnant!
Well... its true!! CARE's very own Medical Director is indeed sporting a bump. We couldn't be happier for her, and we are anxiously awaiting the little bundle which is expected early June. Dr. Waldman will be taking a short maternity leave... but don't worry, she will be back to the clinic before you know it, and back on the volleyball court serving it up as well! The CARE family can't wait to meet the newest addition to the Waldman family, and we wish her the best!
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Owner Quick Tip
The image of a dog and a bone go hand in hand right? But the truth is giving your pets cooked bones is a quite dangerous. If ingested, cooked bones can cause an upset stomach, pancreatitis, choking, lead to intestinal blockage, and other serious issues that can lead to a visit to your vet's office. Instead, try offering your dog a deer antler; which are naturally shed by the deer annually. To make sure they tolerate this, give it to them for a few minutes daily and gradually increase chew time. Although it's barbeque season let's leave the bone chewing to us. Your pet's tummy will thank you later!
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IS YOUR PET THE "COOLEST" ?
During the warmer months approaching, one of the challenges many pet owners face is trying to keep their pets hydrated and cool. Here are some easy tips to help protect your pet from the heat and have a cool summer.
Chinese Medicine food therapy separates food into categories of warming and cooling foods. Some examples of cooling foods are: cooked spinach, cooked broccoli, small amounts of tofu, apples, pears and watermelon. These foods are readily available during the spring and summer seasons, and a great addition to your pets diet especially in an effort to cool them down as the temperature rises. Remember to try one new food at a time in small quantities for tolerance.
Another way to keep your fluffy friend comfortable and cool is to keep them well hydrated, but not all pets are big water drinkers. By adding a bit of low sodium broth to their drinking water this may encourage more water drinking.
Lastly, as the weather heats up, we as humans tend to flock to the gym to lose any of that extra winter weight. The same goes for our pets; keeping any excess weight off is the best way to keep cool and stay healthy! |
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WHAT'S NEW @ CARE?
 CONGRATULATIONS
TO DR. SCHIFF!
Our beloved veterinary acupuncturist, Dr. Nicole Schiff, is pregnant with twins! We will miss her greatly and look forward to seeing her soon back at CARE!
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SELF HELP BOOKS!
Friend of CARE and dedicated owner of T-bone, Diane Rose-Solomon, has completed a children's book series that she is in the process of self-publishing. The series covers topics such as: animal rescue, adoption and basic pet care for educational purposes. Diane is seeking funding to offset illustration, book design, and publishing costs. If you are interested in sponsoring this project, please contact Diane at diane@sop3.com. Thank you! |
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Owner Quick Tip
Endurance activities like running, playing and long walks do not keep your pet strong and they often times make pet's feel more sore or fatigued if the pet is pushed.
Instead, work on balance and strengthening activities such as reaching for treats and sit to stand exercises. These are great to do indoors or outdoors. |
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Wendy
the Wonder Pup
 Wendy's story is an amazing one! She is a four year old Miniature Poodle and as sweet as they come! She became acutely paralyzed one day; diagnosed with a herniated disc. Her owners gave her up due to financial reasons but she was taken on by the lovely people at Cage Free Canine Rescue and was able to receive the spinal surgery she needed. After surgery Wendy still was not able to feel her feet and this persisted for months, which was a poor indicator of her chances of being able to walk again. But, after four months she miraculous regained feeling and returned back to CARE to continue rehabilitation and learn to walk again! After months of hard work at CARE, and help from Cage Free, Wendy is a mobile mamacita! She is still working on strengthening her back legs but is walking and moving better than ever. She is looking for that special owner to share her love!
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THE NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK!!
CARE is proud to welcome two new veterinarians to our family! Drs. Stephanie Scheff, DVM, CVA and Debra Voulgaris, MA,DVM,CVA, CCRP (pending). Dr. Stefanie Scheff is a certified veterinary acupuncturist from Ventura, CA. She will be joining the CARE team in May.
Dr. Debra Voulgaris is a New York native, but is completing a 3 year extended learning residency in anesthesia and pain management at the University of Tennessee. 
Dr. Voulgaris has completed her canine rehabilitation certification training and not only is she a certified veterinary acupuncturist but she also teaches veterinarians acupuncture as well!! She will be joining CARE full time in the beginning of July. |
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CONGRATS TO
MOOSE!!
Congrats to repeat CARE graduate Moose! Moose began rehabilitation at CARE in 2008. The moment he walked through the door he started the tradition of "announcing" himself at each visit with several boisterous leaps and a long "Woooo Wooo Woo"! Now his weekly entrance into CARE has become infamous amongst staff and clients alike! When Moose first arrived at CARE he had been battling arthritis along with neck and back pain. After much hard work Moose has become more mobile and less painful. Moose has also slimmed down from a fluffy 94lbs to a sleek 79lbs, and has kept the weight off for 2 years!!! Moose is fit, fabulous and you'll know when he has arrived!
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