Guide Dogs of the Desert and the
All Veterans Class of April 5, 2009
Invite you to a celebration of Mobility and Independence!
Our Students and Trainers at the War Dog Memorial
March Airforce Base
Join us in Saluting our Heroes!
April 5, 2009
Time: 2:00 pm.
Tours of the facility will begin at 12:30pm and a flag dedication will take place at 1:30 pm
Because of the magnitude of this event, reservations are requested.
Service animals and service animals in training welcome. Please, no personal dogs.
At the Guide Dog Campus 60-735 Dillon Road Whitewater, CA 92282 Phone: 760-329-6257
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Walker Meets Angel
Saturday, March 14, 2009, Walker and his puppy raisers were invited to the NAF Air show in El Centro, CA. The highlight of the day was the United States Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron or as we know them better, The Blue Angels. The Blue Angels show was created and designed to showcase the skills possessed by all Naval and Marine Corps Aviators. After the show, Walker had the opportunity to meet the Blue Angels' DOC, Lieutenant Johannah Valentine, USN Flight Surgeon.
Photo of Walker, puppy raiser Ruth and Lieutenant Valentine.
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Trina's Training Tip of the Month
Summer Tips:
- Walk your pet early morning or late evening
- Dogs can suffer heat exhaustion and heat stroke just as people do.
- A dogs normal temperature is around 101 degrees, this can quickly rise to 106 degrees which can be fatal. If your dog is panting excessively offer small amounts of drinking water, cool their head with a water hose. If your pet collapses from the heat they need to be taken to the closest veterinarian for immediate attention. In the meantime, pack ice packs around their head and neck or wet cool towels.
- When the temperature is over 90 degrees your pet should not be forced to exercise. If left on their own, they will rest in the shade or house. Make sure you are not creating a situation that stimulates them to want to run and play. Dogs can not resist the urge to play when other pets are and tend to over work themselves to the point of heat exhaustion.
- Offer plenty of drinking water throughout the day.
- Dogs can wear booties to keep their pads from being burned. If the pavement is too hot for you to leave your hand on, it is too hot to expect your dog to stand or walk on.
- Never leave your pet in the car even with the window's cracked.
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Guide Dog Depot
125 Tahquitz Canyon
Palm Springs, CA
Campus
60740 Dillon Road Whitewater, CA 92282
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