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The Story of Simba
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Hi there.
My name is Simba
and I've been with Paws 4 You for quite some time now. But, I'm
optimistic my forever home is just around the corner.
Gail, from P4Y, named me "Simba" because of my fluffy and long auburn colored hair. When Gail first
met me she thought I looked similar to a lion and kept telling me how beautiful I am! She knew that after all my fur grew back that I'd resemble the beloved Disney character from the
Lion King.
HAKUNA MATATA
has since been my motto because Gail told me not to worry and that I should forget my past and live in the present.
It sure felt good to have someone immediately start caring
about me
so much!
Before I met Gail, I was found wandering a
busy street looking very depressed. Because of a simple skin irritation, I
didn't have any hair on my tail or my back -- so you can imagine I looked
as sad as I felt inside. When a
car pulled over near me, I immediately thought that being hauled away and
abandoned again was in my near future. To my disbelief, I was rescued by an
animal loving woman who then asked Paws 4 You to help me.
 When I first arrived at
Paws 4 You I was checked out by a veterinarian. Despite my hairless appearance, I
was in good health. I quickly began to trust that these nice people were going
to help me, so I started to show them my sweet and loving side. I
found out very quickly that being housebroken scored me major points! I
continued to be more relaxed and hopeful about the outcome of my life with
people. Yet, I still felt very nervous around other dogs. It's not that I don't
like other dogs, I just don't have much experience being around other canines. So I prefer to be just with humans. Since being with Paws 4 You, I've learned
to be a GREAT family dog by learning to walk nicely on a leash, to always
listen, and provide my rescuers with endless affection and smiles.
  Because of my quiet
demeanor I feel overlooked when attending adoption events, but you should have
seen me at the Pinecrest Pet Fair!
I even double as a pillow, a dog with a soft shoulder
to lie on when you need that extra warm closeness. I'm proud to report that all of my BEAUTIFUL golden brown
fur has grown back in and my vet has officially declared me with a clean bill
of health. I'm finally ready for my second chance at life, and boy am I ready
for it!!
Leaving the kennel life to stay with a foster family would be a great
first step. I have a lot of honest and loyal love to give -- I just need my
second chance. So if you know of anyone, tell them to ask for me, Simba at the
upcoming Paws 4 You Rescue adoption events! The dog who looks like a lion but
is as gentle as a kitten (or a little Disney cub).
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Can't We All Just Get Along?
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 Tips for Introducing Adult
Dogs to Cats
If I had a dollar for every rescue dog that
"wouldn't get along" with the cat I'd be rich. When you work in
rescue long enough you notice there are only a handful of reasons why dogs get
bumped from home to home, abandoned, or returned to shelters. If there was a
top five list, "not getting along with the cat" would surely make it. The number
one mistake people make when bringing a new dog home is that that they just
turn the dog loose, free to terrorize an unsuspecting kitty. Even the
friendliest of dogs can be detrimental to the well being of your cat's
psyche. The bouncy, happy-go-lucky dog is probably the type of dog that is most
likely to send the cat straight under the bed and into a perpetual state of
stress, anxiety and fear. If you're considering adding a dog to your cat
household, it's important you know the proper steps to introducing adult dogs
to cats. It's quite easy, but requires the dedication to making sure that your cat
feels safe and your dog knows the ground rules for happy interactions.
We asked Paws 4 You volunteer and dog trainer Dee Hoult,
CPDT of Applause Your Paws, Inc. (pictured below with her animal family) for some tips that, if followed during the
first month, (yes, at LEAST one month!) are sure to help your dog and cat
coexist:
Keep your dog on-leash around the cat.
This ensures that at all times during the adjustment
period your cat feels safe. Making your cat feel safe should be a priority.
When a cat feels like at any moment a bigger, stronger and faster predator
(your dog) could chase after it and potentially hurt it, your cat stops
trusting that you will protect it and crosses the dog off of it's potential
list of friends. If you demonstrate to your cat that you have total control of your dog during the
adjustment period, the cat is more likely to let its natural curiosity kick in
and it will begin to approach the dog on it's own.Plus, having your dog on a leash
when around the cat gives you the opportunity to quickly correct any unwanted
behavior you see from your dog like attempts to chase, bark, etc. Remember, you
can't correct a dog's behavior that you can't see (or catch!).
Let your cat call all the shots.
Your cat should be the one to initiate all contact with
your dog, not the other way around. This gives kitty the upper paw at feeling
safe. Crating your dog when you cannot supervise him is a great way to provide
a safe opportunity for your cat to investigate his new roommate on his own
terms. It's not unusual that a cat will begin sitting on top of a dog's crate
to observe and get to know his new friend when the dog is crated. Letting your
cat call the shots ensures that a friendship will develop over time. Do not
get impatient or over-confident and bring your cat in your arms over to meet
your new dog. You're asking to be used as a launch pad (scratches!) should your
cat become frightened. Remember, if the cat becomes frightened, you've
exponentially decreased the likelihood that your dog and cat will become
friends in the future.
Provide a safe zone for your cat where your dog
is not permitted.
A cat safe zone can be a guest room, a bathroom, or any
other room, but is preferably where your cat already feels most comfortable.
The cat safe zone should be selected so that your dog cannot see the cat, and
vise versa. This may mean that you will need to play musical animals (shut one
door for a bit and rotate animals so that they may enjoy your company). Your
cat will appreciate having a safe place to eat, drink and sleep without having
to keep one eye or ear turned in anticipation. Over time, your cat should be
able to do all those things while in the company of your dog.
Do some scent swapping.
You can help your animals get to know each other safely
by placing a towel in each one's sleeping area to pick up each animal's scent.
Every few days you should swap the towels so that each animal can sleep on the
other's scent. Don't under estimate the cats nose -- it's just as important to
the cat as it is to the dog.
When your dog is behaving nicely around the cat,
praise him!
More important than letting your dog know what not to do
is to let him know what is appropriate and excellent behavior around the cat.
If your dog watches the cat walk by and doesn't react, tell him "that's
nice, good boy!" or something to indicate that being clam was the correct
behavior. Dogs should especially be praised for not feeling tempted to chase if
a cat begins to run, so it's encouraged that you offer a food or toy reward if
your dog can remain calm during your cats frisky moments. This pertains to all
cat interactions, including those outdoor cats your dog may see while on a walk
with you.
If your cat wants to hiss or take a swing at
your dog, let him!
To some of us it's scary or uncomfortable to see our cat
growl, hiss, or puff up their tail. On that same token, it upsets us to see our
dogs whimper or yelp. But sometimes some good 'ole fashioned animal-to-animal
communication is exactly what is needed. Should kitty decide to take a swipe at
the dog, chances are your cat won't use its claws in full force. But the act
will have given the dog the message it needed to think twice about harassing
the cat. Your dog may look to you for the appropriate response if he gets
whacked by the cat. So be ready to take sides with the cat and convey with your
eyes and body language "that's what you get if you scare the cat!"
We asked Dee for some personal thoughts since she lives
day to day in a dog-cat household. She shares, "Only you can be the judge
of when it's O.K. to start letting your new dog interact off-leash and safely
with your cat. I personally wouldn't recommend it being any sooner than a
month. After many years of introducing adult dogs to cats, I've learned that
the most important thing is patience. Often times even foster dogs and cats in
my home become the best of friends. They cuddle, play, and protect each other.
My yellow labrador even learned that if he wants to bark while playing with the
cat he has to use a higher pitched bark so that he doesn't sound as scary! This
is the same lab that when he was first introduced to the cats he about took
your arm off wanting to chase them. For the first time last week one of my
foster cats cuddled up for a nap with our Border Collie. That was after four
months but the photo we took was worth the wait!"
So before you bring that new dog home to your cat, make
sure you have pants with a belt loop and maybe one of those carabeeners to help
in clipping your dog's leash physically to you. Just like when meeting new
people -- the
first impression is everything. Don't let your dog make a bad first impression.
Check me out with Mollie, my foster Basset Hound, and Tinkerbelle, a kitten up for adoption at our organization. Email info@paws4you.org for more information or go to the Adopt Page of our site!
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Pinecrest Casino Night on December 5 hosted by Shannon Hori CBS4 Anchor
Shannon
Hori anchors CBS4's 5 PM, 6 PM and
11 PM weekday newscasts with Antonio Mora.
Since arriving at CBS4 in 2007, Shannon has
continued her commitment to the community by serving as a Board Member of Big
Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Miami, a non-profit organization that matches
children to mentors, as well as continuing to volunteer as a big sister, which
she's done for many years. She is
very proud of the Neighbors 4 Neighbors program at CBS4 and often contributes
stories about what people are doing in the community to make a difference,
including anchoring a Neighbors 4 Neighbors 30-year special. Shannon has fronted and reported
stories on El Dorado's Furniture "40 Years 40 Families" Campaign -
which gave $5,000 of new furniture to 40 families in need - she writes a
monthly column that raises awareness for breast cancer that can be viewed at www.cbs4.com. In addition, she was part of the station's Komen Race for
the Cure Team.
Shannon and her husband have fraternal twin boys who are almost a year old.
They live in Coral Gables with their dog Maddy Ann, who is a very
well-trained black lab from Canine Companions for Independence.
Join Shannon and
Paws 4 You Rescue for a night full of luck and fun on Saturday, December 5th
at our first annual Casino Party!
Prizes include a cruise on Holland America Cruise Line any where to the Caribbean or Mexico, a trip to Atlantis or Jackson
Hole as well as a flat screen television, UM
tickets, painting by Britto, dinners, theaters
and lots more...
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Poker Tournament is open to the
first twenty that sign up!Email rita@paws4you.org or call her at 305.491.5651. |
Thank you JoAnn Roberts for being a Royal Flush Sponsor of
Paws 4 You's first annual Casino Night!
JoAnn Roberts is a Pinecrest Specialist Realtor and Professional Staging Consultant. She is a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist and her business ethics are impeccable. When you list your property with JoAnn Roberts, she has pledged to donate $1,000 out of her sales commission to Paws 4 You Rescue.
Click on the image below to be led to her website.
Pictured here with Buddy the Dog from left to right:
Rita Schwartz (Chairman of P4Y Casino Night), JoAnn Roberts (Realtor),
Carol Caridad (President of P4Y) and Gail Balnicki (Vice President of P4Y)
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If you cannot attend our first annual Casino Night but still feel lucky, donate $50 for a chance to win $2,000 cash! (You do not need to be present to claim your winnings of this 50/50 raffle.) ! Email raffle@paws4you.org for more details on how to receive your ticket. |
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Healthy Pet Food
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Did you know that a variety of human foods may remedy some common health problems in pets? Martha Stewart's Sirius Radio Pet Host, Dr. Marty Goldstein, is armed with dozens of items you probably have right in the kitchen that can alleviate symptoms and also provide special health benefits.
Dull Fur and Flaky, Itchy Skin
Add salmon and sardines to regular dry food. Fatty acids are good for your pet's hair, skin, heart and joints, Fish oil can also be added to a dog's diet, as it is an excellent anti-inflammatory and good for immune system support as well.
Diarrhea
Try the following potato diet to reduce loose stools and diarrhea, but only for 5 to 7 days, as it is not an appropriate maintenance diet.
(See a vet if original problem returns.)
Potato Stew -
Ingredients: white potatoes, sweet potatoes, turnip, slice of leek, boiled chicken or beef
Instructions: Boil vegetables until stew-like and mix with the boiled meat -- which should be equal to 30 percent of the total recipe
Intestinal Support
A meal of equal parts canned pumpkin and boiled chicken is good for diarrhea and intestinal support. Or, try serving a mixture of hard boiled egg, cottage cheese and brown rice.
Ear Infections
If your pet has an ear infection, try mixing 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar into 1/3 cup water in a glass. Using a pediatric syringe, insert the mixture directly into your dog's ears.
Cancer Prevention
To help prevent cancer in your animal, serve the following, cooked: broccoli, yellow squash, kelp, carrots and sweet potatoes. Adding fish oil to your dog's food helps as well.
Nausea and Motion Sickness
If your animal is nauseous, make a tea with ginger and peppermint sprigs and administer into your dog's mouth using a pediatric syringe.
Health Teeth and Gums
To promote healthy teeth and gums, give your dog raw neck bones, marrow bones, raw carrots and bully sticks and straps -- they are great for gnawing because they strengthen the teeth and exercise the jaw.
Animal Burns and Skin Irritations
If your pet experiences a skin irritation, simply take a cut leaf from an aloe plant and apply directly to the wound or irritated area.
Martha's Favorites
Martha Stewart likes to give her dogs banana, mango, butternut squash and chopped meat.
Foods to Avoid
Dr. Marty Goldstein advises never serving your pet the following foods:
Raisins and Grapes - there is an unknown toxic compound in the 'fleshy' part of the grape. Many dogs like raisins and grapes. They should only be given in a very limited amount on an infrequent basis and should not be left where a dog or cat can have access to them. The unknown toxin damages the kidneys.
Chocolate - contains obromine, which is toxic to dogs in sufficient quantities
Onions - contain N-propyl disulphide, which destroys red blood cells in cats, causing a form of anemia called Heinz body anemia
Garlic - contains a similar substance as onions in a lesser amount
Resources:
Special thanks to Dr. Marty Goldstein for sharing this information. Listen to Dr. Marty's Martha Stewart Living Radio show, "Ask Martha's Vet" every Monday from 8-9pm on Sirius Radion 112, XM 103.
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PAWareness Pet Fair, Pinecrest
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Thank you to all of you that made this year's Pinecrest Pet Fair on October 25 such a SUCCESS!
Paws 4 You Rescue is proud of the work all our volunteers contributed and enjoyed working with the three girl scouts from Troop 317 on their Gold Award Project to raise awareness for our Rescue (pictured above with Jen Ford of Paws 4 You).
Over 600 attendants joined the Rescue's thirty adoptable dogs for a free
event aimed to raise awareness of canine issues. Held on the lawn of Bet Shira in Pinecrest, people and their pets enjoyed a variety of activities including
free pet portraits by R&S Photography, face painting and obedience lessons from Applause Your Paws. Talks included important topics such as spay and neutering your animal from Miami-Dade Animal Services Representative, Xiomara Mordovich (pictured here with Carol Caridad, President of Paws 4 You Rescue).
"The overwhelming success of the Fair is a testament
to the hard work of not only Paws 4 You volunteers, but the Girl Scouts too,"
says Carol Caridad, president of Paws 4 You Rescue. "It was a privilege
to be chosen by them for their Gold Award Project as it raised awareness for a
need for a dog park in Pinecrest as well as helped us gain exposure for some
great dogs that our Rescue has up for adoption."
"I am extremely happy with the results of the PAWareness Pet Fair. It
was the culmination of many hours of hard work, and the result was
incredible," says Carley
Schleien of Girl Scout Troop 317. "I appreciate everyone's support in making the fair
successful. It's great to know that so many people in the community
support proper animal care, and I love the feeling of knowing that I
have helped my community at large."
Schleien, along with friends Brandi Applebaum and
Lauren Gutlohn also of Troop 317, planned the Fair with Jen Ford of Paws 4 You Rescue for their Gold Award,
the most reputable award a Senior Girl Scout can earn.
Lauren Gutlohn "is very excited that we reached our goal in publicizing
the proper care for pets to over 700 animal lovers! Each vendor had
something special to offer to the public. I enjoyed working with Jen
Ford and Paws 4 You Rescue and I can't wait for next year's pet fair."
Pinecrest Mayor Lerner shares that "the Pet Fair was a huge success due to the impressive organizational skills of the young women involved and the excitement they generated throughout the community. I look forward to next year's event, and hope that by then we will have a dog park in Pinecrest where we can host it."
Brandi Applebaum adds that "the fair was a huge success. We had
hundreds of people. Everyone seems excited and supportive of opening a
dog park in Pinecrest."
For more pictures from the event, click here.
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Thank you to all the local merchants who proudly display a donation container at their retail outlet. Every bit counts and the Rescue counts on the few hundreds of dollars that are collected each month. If you are interested in receiving a donation container for your customers, please contact Rita at rita@paws4you.org.
Current Donation Container Locations:
Giardino Gourmet Salads: 6653 South Dixie Highway
Hurricane Grill and Wings: 14211 SW 42 Street
Pinch-A-Penny Pool Patio Spa: 14475 South Dixie Highway
Gardners Market: Coconut Grove, South Miami and Pinecrest
Ace Hardware: Pinecrest and South Miami
Joanna's Marketplace: South Miami
Petco: South Miami
PetSupermarket: 11915 South Dixie (Suniland)
Bravo Animal Clinic: 10901 SW186 Street, Cutler Bay
South Miami Animal Hospital: 6100 South Dixie Highway
Elegant Stitches: 8841 SW 132 Street
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Sutera Holiday Promotion
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Sutera Medical Spa
is known for their laser hair removal, photorejuvenation,
skin treatments,
vein removal and Botox/Restylane!
The owners are on the Board of Directors at Paws 4 You Rescue and would like to thank our supporters this this Holiday season:
When you donate $25, $50 or $100 to
Paws 4 You Rescue through Atessa, Sutera will not only match that donation with a gift certificate but will DOUBLE THE AMOUNT for you to use as a present for yourself or someone else!
Email atessa@paws4you.org for more information.
Sutera's
mission is to combine the safety and effectiveness of a medical
facility with the serenity and luxury of a spa.
Sutera offers the same
non-invasive cosmetic treatments performed in a doctor's office without
the scheduling hassles, long wait times and other inconveniences
typical of a doctor's office.
In
the ultimate comfort and convenience of our luxurious facility, all
treatments are administered by licensed Advanced Registered Nurse
Practitioners (ARNP's). Their licensed ARNP's are also Certified Laser
Specialists who work under the supervision and responsibility of a
plastic surgeon. Along with safety, client service and satisfaction are their top priorities.
Whether you want to reinvent, restore or rejuvenate, Sutera will leave your skin looking and feeling exceptional.
Sutera Medical Spa
8099 South Dixie Highway
Miami, FL 33143
305.667.7888
www.suteraskin.com
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Thank you Whole Foods!
Over $2,700 was donated to our Rescue as a result of the 5% day program at the local Pinecrest Location.
 
All the volunteers, including Buddy the Dog, had a GREAT time!
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Last year, Tree of Hope Raised $3 Million for
Homeless Pets Despite Tough Economy
The PETCO Foundation wants to reach an even higher goal to help animals in need this year -- with
Paws 4 You Rescue dogs included!
PETCO encourages customers to consider adoption before the purchase of any companion animal - even if it's one of the birds, reptiles or small animals currently offered in PETCO stores. The company also encourages anyone looking to give a pet as a gift, for any occasion, to consider a gift card so the recipient may choose their next companion animal themselves.
Fifty percent of the funds raised during the campaign will immediately go to the thousands of grassroots organizations already partnered with Petco stores and the PETCO Foundation. Paws 4 You Rescue is the benefactor of the South Miami Petco Tree of Hope Fundraiser that starts on November 17.
Click here to find out how far the South Miami Petco is to you!
Thanks for supporting our local Petco and Paws 4 You Rescue!
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Visit with Paws 4 You Rescue at the
Second Annual Riverwalk Festival!
315-335 South Biscayne Boulevard on the New Riverwalk...
Where the Historic Miami River Meets Biscayne Bay!
F R E E A D M I S S I O N !
Fun for the Whole Family - Art - Food Tastings
Children's Activities - Face Paintings - Clown
Green & Pet Friendly Vendors
Arts and Crafts Demonstrations
Strolling Musicians - Tour of the Mouth of River
Fabulous Boat Parade - and much, much more!!
Click on the image above for additional information.
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Save the Date
Sandy Paws
Pet
Photos
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Start the Holiday Season off right by getting your picture taken with your pet and Sandy Paws, a close relative of Santa!
Join Dr. Eastman and Paws 4 You Rescue for the annual Sandy Paws Event at Island Veterinary Hospital on Saturday, December 5 from 12pm - 4pm.
This is the third year of a revived tradition. Paws 4 You Rescue organizers are thrilled it is back to stay as an annual fundraising event! Donations are requested and all money goes back to the dogs at the Rescue!
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Dr. Steve Eastman, DVM: Island Veterinary Hospital at 180 Crandon Boulevard, Key Biscayne, FL
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