June Newsletter
Beagle Mania at Paws 4 You Rescue
June 2008 - Vol 1, Issue 2
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For more info:
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Website www.paws4you.org
Phone Number
786.242.RESQ
Fax Number
305.253.1263
Mailing Address
PO Box 561163
Miami, FL 33256
Email Address
news@paws4you.org
Visit our Rescue
PetSmart
Sundays 11am-4pm
13621 SDixie Hwy
Miami, FL 33176
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Thank you for your support!
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Dear Friends,
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 I hope this email finds you well!
We are gearing up for another hot summer at Paws 4 You Rescue and kicking the season off right...celebrating the TOP DOG crowned the Best in Show at the 2008 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show -- the BEAGLE!
Beagles not only have a soft spot in my heart but America's as well. Winning Best in Show and being the fifth most popular breed is testimony to the character and temperament, as well as the beauty, of the Beagle. (The beagle is a notable winner in 2008's Crufts dog show in England -- the largest in the world where more than 160,000 spectators watched competitors representing nearly 40 countries!)
Beagles are popular because of their small to medium size, even temper and lack of inherited health problems. Both males and females are very loyal, loving with children, passive natured, playful and happy. Being social creatures, these hounds enjoy the company of other dogs so pairing them up makes for more enjoyment for everyone. They make cherished family members and companions because of their loyalty, gentle disposition and unconditional love.
Owning a dog does so many wonderful things to a person and adds so much to a family. This month's feature article discusses those benefits to remind all of us how important it is to give an animal a second chance at life!
Paws 4 You Rescue is a mixed breed rescue but we do come across homeless pure bred animals on occasion that need help. Stop by to see us, there will always be a beagle among us! Owning a beagle will set you on a course for adventure, discovery and enjoyment!
Carol Caridad, President
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BEAGLE MANIA at Paws 4 You Rescue!
Check out the Adoption Page on www.paws4you.org for more info on each one of these awesome, available beagles (and beagle mixes) of all shapes, sizes and ages!
Marti, Sparky, Trevor, Bandit, Spot, Susie, Chelsea, Simon, Heidi and Honey...
Every one has a terrific personality and ready to find their forever family! |
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Having a Dog Can Have a Positive Impact on Your Health
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When you adopt a dog and give them a loving home, you're also giving them a chance at a healthier, longer life, but the ways in which they return the favor may surprise you. You'll see it in the way they greet you when you come home after a long day at work or in the way they'll keep you company as you read a good book, but you'll also see the benefits of owning a dog in a very important part of your life-your health.
Studies have shown that owning a pet can improve a person's health in a variety of ways, from reducing stress and blood pressure to promoting cardiovascular health and a more active lifestyle. In addition to improving their owner's physical states, dogs play a huge role in emotional health by improving their owners' moods and promoting social interaction.
Dr. Martica Lista of Trail Animal Clinic has noticed the affect that pets have on owners of all ages, from children to the elderly. "Children have a really tight bond with the pet. They help boost their self esteem and help teach them about responsibility," she says. "With elderly people the pets provide a lot of companionship. It gives them protection and a lot of structure, because the pets have to be fed at certain times, walked, taken out. That helps them against stress and loneliness, too."
Recent research conducted at the Center for Animal Wellness at the University of Missouri found that stroking dogs releases hormones such as serotonin, prolactin and oxytocin, which improve people's moods by helping them feel better and more at ease. Another study conducted on a group of New York stockbrokers found that those who had dogs were more likely to have lower blood pressure and lower heart rates than those who did not.
When it comes to getting your heart rate up for exercise, though, dog owners also have the upper hand, or paw. Owning a dog encourages people to get outdoors and exercise, whether it's for a short walk or a jog around the park. We've all had days when we just didn't feel like going to the gym, but research has shown that dog owners get more exercise than non-dog owners for the simple reason that dogs need regular exercise.
"At the clinic I'd say about 25 percent of pets are overweight, so we encourage the dog owners to exercise their pets," Lista says. "That's a way to make people healthy, too. They love their dogs and when you tell them to do it for their pet, they're getting exercise, too. That helps them to reduce cardiovascular disease and improve their sense of well-being."
For example, a 20 minute walk five times a week produced an average weight loss of 14 pounds in participants of another year-long study, though most dogs require a little more exercise. To take care of both your needs, thirty minutes a day is ideal.
But it's not only your heart rate that benefits from those walks. Dog owners have more social interactions with other owners because they already have something in common, their dog. Oftentimes while on a walk owners will introduce their pets to other pets as a way to socialize them. They are also creating opportunities for themselves to socialize with others, which is an important factor in emotional health.
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THANK YOU Girl Scout Troop #1938
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It was an eventful meeting in May for Girl Scout Troop #1938 in Coral Gables!
Paws 4 You Rescue was invited to give a presentation on how to care for dogs and the process of rescuing one.
We thank the girls for the time and generous donation! We look forward to helping you earn your next badge.
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 We have chosen Kuranda dog beds for our boarding facilities because they are excellent for our dogs. This unique, cot-style bed is a comfortable resting place for each dog while under the care of
Paws 4 You Rescue.
The chewproof designed coupled with the easy to clean fabric guarantees a long lasting place for each dog to sleep.
We still do not have enough for all of our four legged friends.
If you would like to donate a bed so another dog can relax in proper comfort, please click here and look for the Kuranda bed icon.
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ANNOUNCEMENT:
Starting this summer, look for Paws 4 You Rescue at the NEW Petsmart in West Kendall.
Address is 16514 SW 88 Street, Kendall, FL 33196.
We will be showing our available dogs from 11am-4pm every Saturday starting June 21.
If you would like to volunteer Saturdays or even Sundays at the Petsmart on
US1 and 136th Street (across from The Falls) please visit the Volunteer Page to fill out a form or email chris@paws4you.org.
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