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Kennel Spotlight * June/July’18 * 5 NINE WEEKS TO GO: GETTING READY TO HAVE A HEALTHY LITTER OF PUPPIES

You’ve bred your bitch, and now begins the wait period days, she should be fed two to three times more than for puppies to be born. During this time, your No. 1 priority before pregnancy in small feedings throughout the day. should be taking care of your brood bitch to be sure she “A caloric-dense diet, such as puppy food or an all life has a clean, comfortable kennel environment and oppor- stages food, is recommended for the third trimester,” says tunities for moderate exercise. Nutrition is important as Melanie A. Barnes, DVM, head veterinarian at the Purina well. Here are some tips to help you get ready. Product Technology Center in St. Joseph, Missouri. “A A dam should be offered gradually increasing amounts puppy food also is recommended for the first part of of food during the nine weeks of gestation. During the lactation. Regardless of the phase of pregnancy, diets first trimester, from 0 to 21 days, she should be fed a should be adjusted based on maintaining an ideal body normal amount of her regular complete and balanced condition for the pregnant dam.” adult or all life stages dog food. During the second Ideal body condition during pregnancy is defined as trimester, from 22 to 42 days, the amount of food fed having an appropriate muscle and fat balance. You should should be doubled. During the third trimester, 43 to 64 be able to easily feel the bitch’s ribs, shoulder blades

6 * Kennel Spotlight * June/July’18 and hips; however, her growing abdomen means that can last from six to 12 hours or longer. The dam may you cannot see a waist behind the ribs when viewing become restless and nervous, even shivering and vomit- from the top or an abdominal tuck from the side as ing. She also may try to dig or rearrange her bedding. when she is not pregnant. Dr. Barnes advises that ideal Strong contractions lasting from 10 to 30 minutes body condition can vary during pregnancy, thus it is result in the birth of the puppy during stage two labor. best to consult a veterinarian or veterinary nutritionist Straining that continues past 30 minutes could signal about an individual dog. trouble and the need to consult a veterinarian immedi- As fetal development continues, the dam has progres- ately, especially if straining persists without the explu- sively less abdominal space for comfortable digestive sion of a fetus. “It can be normal for dams to rest for tract expansion and function. Frequent feedings of several minutes to hours between delivering puppies,” smaller meals may be helpful. Growing fetuses, fluid says Dr. Barnes. and developing placental tissues and mammary glands Expulsion of the placenta takes place in the third, or all contribute to a dam’s increasing body weight. Dur- final stage, of labor and delivery, occurring from 5 to 15 ing the final two weeks of gestation, food consump- minutes after the birth of each puppy. Dams whelping tion may decrease. more than one puppy alternate between stages two and As the dam gets closer to her due date, breeders three. Until normal whelping is completed, breeders should pay attention for signs of labor. One indicator a should be certain that the afterbirth has been expelled. dam is getting close to whelping a litter is a decline in Nine weeks go fast. Before you know it, your dam body temperature that occurs about 12 to 24 hours before will deliver her litter and you will have puppies. Taking labor begins. Her rectal temperature may fall from 101.5 good care of the bitch helps to ensure all goes well and degrees Fahrenheit to well under 100 degrees. The first that both the dam and her puppies are healthy. ■ stage of labor, consisting of mild uterine contractions,

PREPARING A COMFORTABLE, SAFE WHELPING BOX Breeders should minimize stress for an expectant dam newspaper. For large litters, multiple changes a day and her litter by providing a quiet, warm whelping area may be necessary. Whelping boxes made of molded and a comfortable whelping box. At least five days synthetic material, such as a kiddie swimming pool, before a dam is expected to whelp, she should be often are excellent for this purpose. introduced to the whelping box to allow time for her A source of supplemental heat is important, especially to become adjusted and comfortable in this environ- during the first week of life when puppies are not able ment before puppies are born. to regulate their own body temperature. Puppies rely The whelping area should be draft free and temper- on the dam’s body heat and the warmth of their litter- ature controlled. Although there are a variety of designs mates to maintain a normal body temperature during for whelping boxes, it is important to choose one that this time. Supplemental heat should be placed so that is warm and dry, easy to clean, and allows access to puppies can move to their own comfort area if they the dam while preventing the puppies from escaping become too hot and not interfere with the dam getting too soon as they grow. up and down. Heat lamps and electric or water-filled An ideal whelping box is large enough that the dam heating pads are examples of appropriate heat sources. can stretch out in full length with room to spare. A Make sure puppies do not have exposure to electrical railing or ledge should be 3 to 4 inches from the floor cords or outlet boxes to chew on. around the periphery of the box to prevent the dam from crushing or suffocating a puppy that may get caught between her body and the sides of the box when she is lying down to nurse. The bedding material should provide good traction, be easily cleaned, odorless, insect-free, and made of a material that will not be easily ingested by puppies. Good materials include soft carpeting mounted on a frame that fits snug- gly inside the whelping box or fined shredded

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Kennel Spotlight * June/July’18 * 9 A Dog is a Dog…series continued from the Apr/ May Issue….

Understanding the Canine Companion

Protection Training:

Protection dogs should LIKE people. Do not do anything that will teach your dog to fear or dislike strangers. A dog that is encouraged to be aggressive with little or no control is a major liability. You will be legally liable if your dog bites anyone. Statistics show that most bite victims are children or family members. It is foolhardy to encourage a dog to bite, ESPECIALLY if you have little or no knowledge of .

A dog that is trained by a qualifi ed trainer as a protection dog is always under control, only biting as taught. If you wish to get involved with this kind of training, be VERY sure the trainer you work with is qualifi ed.

You can use your obedience training and teach even the mildest dog to be a “protection” dog. Teach him that it’s okay to (until told ‘Quiet’) when someone comes to the door. Before you open the door, put him on a down/stay several feet from the door. He will look very alert when the door is opened. The person visiting will not know if the dog is friendly or not. If you are in doubt about the person, act worried about the dog, saying “easy, Fido—stay”.

Choosing an Obedience Instructor or Trainer

You basically have four choices in how to go about getting your dog trained.

(1) Have a professional trainer train your dog. This is by far the most expensive, but can work very well if you understand that you will have to follow up on the training. The trainer will teach your dog the commands. You must learn to enforce them.

(2) Take private lessons. Your trainer will teach you how to teach your dog. You will have the advantage of one- on-one attention for the whole session, as well as not having the distraction of other people and dogs while the dog is learning. If you only need to accomplish “home manners” training, private lesions may not be any more expensive than group classes. If you have a dog that has bitten or threatened to bite, private lessons are what you need.

(3) Enroll in a group class. You will work with a group of people and dogs in a class situation. You will be taught how to teach your dog. You must work the dog during the week. You will have the advantage of being able to watch others and learn.

(4) Follow instructions in a good book. This is the least expensive, but has the least chance of success. Many of the techniques described in books need to be shown and demonstrated to be fully understood. If you have a problem not covered in the book, you are “up the creek.”

The fi rst thing you need to do is fi nd out what is available in your area. Look in the newspapers or social media; ask local veterinarians. Find out if there are local or area kennel clubs or obedience training clubs. Many times, these organizations will offer public classes. Ask when you call these people in these organizations, if there are private or professional trainers in the area. You need to know what your choices are before you make a decision.

Continued on page 14

10 * Kennel Spotlight * June/July’18 Kennel Spotlight * June/July’18 * 11 Banning Legal Businesses: The Attack on On the other side you have pet stores that sell dogs from Pet Stores…Part 2 breeders. The dogs are sold as puppies which are highly desirable. They are pedigreed so their parentage is known. We often hear people say today that government Their health history is known. Since they are purebred you shouldn’t be picking winners and losers in business. But that’s automatically know a great deal about the breed from the exactly what’s happening. Government is selecting which start. You know how big the dog will be as an adult, what the businesses are allowed to operate—and which will be destroyed temperament is likely to be and their breed instincts. They based on a social agenda. Instead of allowing consumers come with guarantees from the store. or the market to determine which businesses will fl ourish, If you compare the dogs objectively, the dogs from governments are taking it upon themselves to make these the should win every time, right? Yes, if you are decisions. Ideology in local government determines whether making a list of pros and cons, that’s true. And the price is not you can buy a fur coat in San Francisco (you can’t), and it as different as you might think. Retail rescues charge a lot for shoves Meatless Mondays (instigated by HSUS) on school those precious dogs they had to import from China or Turkey children who need a healthy diet with good meat protein. or other countries. Ideology even tries to tell people what king of pet they can own. So, how can rescues compete with pet stores? First, Those pets chosen for us by local governments (and, they smear ALL dog breeders. They try to make people believe if you live in California, by the state) bring us back to the that breeders are the scum of the earth and raise dogs in subject of part 1 of this story (K.Spotlight-Apr/May’19 issue). horrible conditions. This is not true. Puppies sold in pet stores John Thompson is the owner of The Pawfect Puppy pet store come from USDA-licensed and inspected breeders who must in Franklin, Tennessee. Animal rights activists have recently follow the Animal Welfare Act (AWA). You are more likely to brought a proposal to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen see a news story today about a bad rescue busted for keeping that would require his store to stop selling purebred dogs dogs in poor conditions than you are to see a story about an from breeders. He would only be allowed to sell shelter pets unlicensed dog breeder. from the nearby shelter. In part 1, we looked at some of the Second, the groups that want to shut down pet stores problems with this plan. In part 2, we’ll look at the reasons and boost rescue sales go to local governments with proposals why pet stores are under attack and animal rights zealots are to ban pet stores. They usually fi nd someone sympathetic in trying to eliminate legal businesses like The Pawfect Puppy. local government, convince them that all puppies come from horrible breeders and, “Gee, shouldn’t we be doing more to Competition help rescue dogs?” Next thing you know, there’s a proposal When you see those pitiful commercials on television, being considered to ban pet stores in town or try to force them pleading for $19/month from HSUS and ASPCA, they probably to sell only dogs from shelters and rescues. **Editors note: If tug at your heart. They are supposed to. HSUS spend $70 a store is selling only ‘rescue’ dogs that came from a breeder, million on fundraising in 2016—over half of its budget. They isn’t that the same as the store selling dogs from breeders? should get effective commercials when they spend that kind of Kind of makes your head spin..doesn’t it! It’s about choice. money. Whether you want to own a dog from a shelter, rescue, There are plenty of good local shelters and rescues a pet store or buy one directly from a breeder, it should be your in the United States but there are also groups that care more choice. You can certainly fi nd a great dog at your local shelter.. about money than animals. Some of these groups , often (ps…it came from a breeder somewhere..!) You can also fi nd helped by HSUS’s international partner, Humane Society great dogs in pet stores. The point is that local governments International (HSI), are importing THOUSANDS of dogs shouldn’t take this choice away from their citizens. They into the country every year!! These dogs come here with sad shouldn’t be promoting one kind of business—rescues and stories as “meat dogs” from Asia, Hurricane Harvey survivors shelters—over another—pet stores. It’s not up to your local from Puerto Rico or as unwanted dogs from Mexico and other government to decide where you should get your dog or what countries. Deceptive rescue groups raise lots of money from kind of pet you should have. Pet stores are legal businesses. donations for these dogs and sell/”adopt” them for plenty of Breeding dogs is legal. The animal rights social agenda that dollars to kind-hearted people who don’t realize these groups is trying to vilify breeding dogs should not be endorsed by are retail rescues. your local government. We all have the right to make our own For these rescue groups and animal rights decisions. organizations such as HSUS and HIS, purebred dog breeders and pet stores like The Pawfect Puppy are competition. On Article by one side you have groups trying to sell dogs with unknown Carlotta Cooper backgrounds and unknown health histories. Puppies VP of the are scarce. Dogs are usually adults and can range in age Sportsmen’s from young adults to elderly dogs. Temperament can be and Animal Owner’s Voting questionable. In most cases it’s important to give these dogs Alliance and sad or at least exciting background stories to help them appeal contributing to potential owners. writer for The Cavalry Group. 12 * Kennel Spotlight * June/July’18 Thank You As caretakers of future family members, Petland understands the commitment you make and the challenges you face with the puppies in your care. As a partner, we would like to say thank you for all that you do.

Kennel Spotlight * June/July’18 * 13 from page 10 Kennel clubs and obedience training clubs are volunteer organizations. As with any such group, some instructors will be very good, others won’t. The good thing is that there are usually all levels of experience in the instructor’s staff.

A private trainer is one who has either broken away from a club, or has for whatever reason started classes on their own. A professional trainer trains dogs as a business. With either, you have the right to expect a high level of experience and expertise. Be aware that ANYONE can set themselves up as a dog trainer. Just because they offer their services does not mean they have the knowledge. Following are some guides and questions to ask in choosing a private or professional trainer.

(1) Because of the concern about unqualifi ed trainers “setting up shop”, some training schools or organizations offer a training program for instructors. Some of these organizations “certify” instructors. Keep in mind that, just as anyone can set themselves up a dog trainer, so can anyone “certify” another. If some claims “certifi cation”, try to fi nd out the qualifi cations of the certifying organization. The National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (NADOI) is the only national organization that endorses instructors. AKC does not license or certify trainers or instructors. There are some excellent trainers with all kinds of experience, training and knowledge that are not “certifi ed”.

(2) How many dogs have they trained themselves? Dogs are not all alike. Each dog is unique and presents its own training challenges. Training one or two dogs does not an expert make; particularly if you are considering sending your dog to this person to train.

(3) If you are looking for a group class, of much greater importance is the person’s experience in instructing. How long have they taught classes and where did they learn? Some professional and private trainers are very negative about AKC and UKC obedience titles. The fact that the trainer has not put titles on a dog does not mean they are poor trainers. However, the trainer that has put several AKC or UKC obedience titles, especially advanced titles, can show by the fact alone that they have successfully trained dogs. If you have the slightest idea that you might become interested in earning a title, go to someone experienced in exhibiting.

(4) Ask to meet them personally and to observe a class in session or watch them training a dog. This will enable you to tell if you can get along with their methods and their personality. Do they present material and instructions in a clear, understandable manner? Is the class time well utilized? Do they quickly get an unruly dog under control, yet have the patience to deal with a confused or unsure dog? Do they give weekly handouts?

There is a regrettable tendency for trainers and organizations to run each other down. By all means talk to trainers and organizations about their trainers. If one trainer or organization stands out as being more reputable with other dog trainers, this is a very good indication. Also keep in mind that the best trainers in the world are not going to please everyone. Talk to more than one person if possible. Treat your doggie companion to a summer treat! Get the overall picture, not just one person’s opinion.

Some people live in areas where there is simply not much choice. If you live in an area where there are no classes and no professional trainers, you have the choice of either sending your dog away for training or training from a book. If you are seeking a trainer to send your dog to, some of the foregoing guidelines apply. You are safest going to a pro recommended by someone familiar with dog training. Contact someone in a kennel club or obedience training club in amore metropolitan area. If these clubs aren’t listed in the phone book or on the internet, most veterinarians will know who you can contact.

To be continued in the August/Sept issue!

14 * Kennel Spotlight * June/July’18 Kennel Spotlight * June/July’18 * 15 11th Annual AMERICA’S PET REGISTRY, INC., Show Hosted by the Top of the Ozarks Kennel Club

On Saturday, March 24, 2018, the Top of the Ozarks (TOTO) Kennel Club held their 11th annual conformation show with America’s Pet Registry, Inc. (APRI). Early in the spring, these fi ne canines came from all over the state and other parts of the Midwest to “strut their stuff” in anticipation for the upcoming show season. There was a total of 80 dog entries from various kennel clubs, the majority of which were bred by the exhibitors. Three shows were held on the same day. Many dogs received their Championships, others went on to receive their Prominent Championship, and some earned a leg or two towards their Par Excellence status, which is the highest level of achievement. There was a Best of Show category for each of the 7 groups after each show. During the midday break, a junior handler class took place and all the participating youth received a prize from the concession stand. These young people did an outstanding job showing off their dogs. In addition to the show, a silent auction was held providing many fi ne items, and enthusiastic participation on behalf of the spectators and club members was much appreciated. Another nice attraction was the setup photo corner where everyone got a chance to take some great pics with their ribbons. Once again, we would like to thank all of those who contributed items to make our show a success. Many of the exhibitors have participated in every one of our sponsored shows over the past 11 years and we also want to let them know how much we appreciate their support. Susan Sinclair, president, TOTO Chapter, expressed her deep appreciation for all those who donated their time, talent, and just plain hard work for setting up the show in order to have a successful event, and also would like to thank the Ozarks Family YMCA in Mountain Grove, MO, for the use of their facility. We look forward to seeing our long-time friends and newcomers again next year. The best to everyone as the show season continues for 2018.

(Of note the Top of the Ozarks Kennel Club is an organization of canine breeders that provides networking and education for those who professionally breed dogs or interested in doing so. If you would like more information about the club, you may contact our Facebook page at Top of the Ozarks Kennel Club. We meet in Mtn. Grove, MO., the second Tuesday evening of each month, most generally at a restaurant, between 6-9 p.m. to discuss general business and most times we have a speaker).

Submitted by Donna Christensen Member, TOTO Kennel Club, free lance writer

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Kennel Spotlight * June/July’18 * 17 From our Friends at Humanewatch.org

A recent exposé in the Washington Post blew the lid off of what is known as “retail rescue”—that is, animal rescues that buy and sell dogs for profi t. The Post examined documents for the two major dog auctions in the country, both in Missouri, and discovered that about 90 rescue groups had spent almost $3 million buying dogs since 2009. Where did the funding come from? Pleas to “rescue” animals on crowdfunding sites such as GoFundMe, according to the Post. At the very least, the scheme described is dishonest and possibly fraudulent. Further, as the Post notes, many of these rescues would condemn the breeders they buy from as “puppy mills” in public, even as they hypocritically conduct business with them in private. (We’ve seen no evidence that any of the breeders who sell at auction are substandard, but from the point of view of the rescues, their actions are hypocritical.) The USDA, which regulates dog breeders under the Animal Welfare Act, responded by saying it is looking into requiring “retail rescues” to get licenses as if they were in the business of selling dogs, which seems entirely reasonable. But the Humane Society of the United States got incredibly defensive, claiming that the Washington Post story is merely a distraction and that there are only a few bad actors in the rescue world. Instead, HSUS said, focus on the bad actors in the breeding world. When someone plays the game of “What about-ism,” it means they don’t have a good response. And perhaps we know why. In 2015, HSUS gave a $2,500 grant to National Mill Dog Rescue for “veterinary expenses for rescued dog,” according to its publicly available tax return. That same year, invoices show the founder of National Mill Dog Rescue spent thousands of dollars buying dogs at auction. (And the ASPCA gave her an award in 2013.) Was the HSUS grant actually going to vet care? And was it actually used on “rescued” dogs—or dogs bought at auction? What did HSUS know about “retail rescue” and when? How many other HSUS grant recipients have bought dogs at auction? These are just some of the uncomfortable questions that HSUS should be asked. Our suspicion is that HSUS is trying to change the subject because it would rather not answer them.

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The latest issue of National Review—out today—carries our latest ad: “Beware of Scam.” Why National Review, a politically conservative magazine? The Humane Society of the United States has been aggressively targeting Republicans on Capitol Hill, where it needs their votes to get any federal legislation passed. HSUS has hired some right-leaning individuals to conduct outreach on the Hill. And last year, the CEO of HSUS, Wayne Pacelle, even cozied up to Lara Trump, the president’s daughter-in-law, in hopes of getting his hooks into her to advance the HSUS agenda with Republicans. (It was probably pretty awkward when she learned of his resignation in February after he was accused of sexually preying on staff.) HSUS’s agenda is anything but conservative—or liberal, really. It’s radical. In HSUS’s perfect world, no one would eat meat, cheese, ice cream, or anything else that came from an animal. Zoos and aquariums would be emptied. And even pet ownership might not exist. As Pacelle revealed to an interviewer when asked if he envisioned a future without pets: “If I had my personal view perhaps that might take hold. In fact, I don’t want to see another cat or dog born.” And, of course, the government would be called upon to enforce these restrictions. It’s the PETA agenda, and the new HSUS CEO, Kitty Block, is just the person to lobby for it—she used to work at PETA. Animal welfare is a nonpartisan issue and should receive widespread support. HSUS’s agenda is also nonpartisan, in a sense: It should receive widespread rejection. www.Humanewatch.org

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Kennel Spotlight * June/July’18 * 19 Meet the French ! generally do well in small living quarters. They are not noisy The Clown in the Cloak of a Philosopher and most of them are very fond of people, though there are individual differences in how well they get along with other History… animals. They should never be allowed to run free, and should In the latter part of the 19th century, the lace makers only be allowed outdoors in a fenced yard or on a leash. of Nottingham, England, began selectively breeding a smaller Frenchies must never be left unattended around water. Bulldog as a lap pet. Displace by the Industrial Revolution, They are poor swimmers and can easily drown due to their many of the lace makers crossed the English Channel, taking front-heavy structure. French Bulldogs do best in moderate their small bulldogs with them to France. Some of these toy or temperatures and should be carefully supervised in both high miniature bulldogs made their way to Paris, where well-to-do and low temperature ranges. Panting and shivering are both Americans on the Grand Tour of Europe saw them and began indications of excessive exposure. In warm climates and/or bringing them to the U.S. In 1897, the French Bull Dog Club humid environments, (over approx. 70*F), air conditioning of America was formed, the fi rst club in the world dedicated in the house and car are a must! For play, indestructible dog exclusively to the welfare of this wonderful breed. toys are best, as those powerful bulldog jaws can destroy less The AKC Breed Standard describes “an active, durable ones. Rawhide type chews should not be used because intelligent, muscular dog of heavy bone, smooth coat, when they soften, they can become lodged in a Frenchie’s compactly built, and of medium or small throat. structure;.expression alert, curious Occasional brushing and regular and interested.” You can fi nd a full nnaila trimming is a must since many dogs description of the various features of the ddon’to usually wear their nails down by breed on the club’s website; All About rurunning. Regular cleaning of the ears and Frenchies and the AKC Website; www. fafacialc folds will prevent these sensitive akc.org. ararease from becoming irritated. Regular chchecking of the anal sacs will prevent Health Care and Concerns…. prproblems as well. Your vet can advise you Find a good veterinarian, oonn how to care for the ears, skin folds and preferably one who has other short-faced aanaln sacs as well as feeding your puppy. patients, and provide your Frenchie with regular check-ups, routine vaccinations, TTraining….r tests for intestinal parasites, heartworm A crate trained puppy is easier to and fl ea & tick control. “Sebastian” courtesy of hohousebreak. A dog regards its crate as its Your vet should do regular dental Carrie’s Classic Frenchies den, a safe haven and home. If you travel, the dog checkups and care, and you should clean your is safest in his crate in your vehicle and also when dog’s teeth regularly at home as well. As a short-faced, you stay in hotels or visit other people. If he should be ill or (“Brachycephalic”) and dwarf, (“chonodrodystophic”) breed, injured and need to be quiet, this is much easier if he is happy French Bulldogs may have some health concerns that you in a crate. In warm areas, cooling pads and fresh water should should be aware of. The short face can make their breathing be placed in the crate too. less effi cient than that of long-nosed breeds, so Frenchies Contrary to the stereotype as “stubborn”, most have less tolerance of heat, exercise, and stress—all of which Frenchies strive to please their owners and are therefore very increase their need to breathe. trainable with proper motivation (usually food). There are Keep your cool in warm weather now many French Bulldogs who compete very successfully and avoid strenuous exercise. If your dog seems to overheat in obedience, rally, agility and a few have even done fi eld or become stressed too easily, with noisy breathing and work (tracking, coursing, herding!) They can also be excellent sometimes spitting up foam, consult your vet and have its working dogs in all kinds of roles in volunteer airway evaluated for pinched nostrils or an elongated soft settings such as schools, nursing homes and hospitals. palate. Anesthesia is also more risky in short-faced dogs, so be You should identify your Frenchie with collar tags sure your veterinarian is experienced with such breeds should and a microchip in case he/she gets lost. If you are considering your Frenchie need to be anesthetized for any reason. breeding your French Bulldog and bought it with the breeder’s The spine also merits attention. Like other dwarf understanding that you intend to do so, please take this breeds, the stocky French Bulldog may also have abnormal responsibility very seriously. Be sure that your dog conforms veterbrae and/or premature degeneration of the intervertebral well to the breed standard and has a good temperament. You discs. 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Leading Companion Animal Advocacy Group Condemns Misleading Rescue, Shelter Practices Uncovered by The Washington Post

ALEXANDRIA, VA— A leading companion animal advocacy group representing pet owners and pet care professionals called for federal and state authorities to address the practices of 86 rescues and shelters uncovered by a Washington Post report. “The Washington Post’s report on shelters and rescues buying dogs from auctions and characterizing them as ‘rescues’ is disturbing but unfortunately not surprising,” said Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council (PIJAC) President Mike Bober. “At least 86 groups from across the country have engaged in this practice, including several named in the Post’s well- researched article.” According to the Post, the groups used over two million dollars – often raised through crowdsourcing – to buy healthy, purpose-bred dogs at auction, with some groups engaged in a bidding process that increased the price of the dogs. The groups allegedly then portrayed those dogs to the public as rescue animals in desperate need of a home. “Thousands of Americans have been misled into thinking their dogs were ’rescued,’ when in fact they were raised in high-quality, well-socialized circumstances like those illustrated in the Post’s story and the Post’s profi le of one licensed commercial breeder,” continued Bober. “Like dogs found in pet stores, these well-socialized and healthy animals were purchased and then offered for resale.” Bober said that PIJAC is concerned about the story because his group stands for transparency, animal care, and consumer protection. “Animal care should be the priority of everyone who connects people with pets,” Bober said. “It’s not negotiable.” Federal and state laws regulate licensed and inspected commercial dog breeders. Pet stores are regulated by state authorities. Bober said that the rescues and shelters engaging in business transactions should be treated the same way as licensed dealers who purchase dogs and then resell them. “This kind of activity by shelters and rescues should be similarly regulated at the state and federal level to protect animals and the public,” he explained. “Record-keeping and reporting requirements would ensure that – when possible – accurate information is provided to prospective pet owners. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversight would ensure these groups provide appropriate care for the dogs for which they are receiving compensation.” “Much of this information is readily available – one auction owner told the Post that he requires vaccination records for all dogs.” “We urge the USDA and authorities in all 50 states to take steps to ensure that all providers of dogs are well-regulated and properly overseen,” concluded Bober. “Like pet stores and USDA-licensed dealers, shelters and rescues must be required to provide health and history records for dogs they offer. These dogs deserve protection and oversight, and the dog-loving public deserves truth and transparency.”

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Pet lovers across the country are concerned by a major report from “The Washington Post” that identifi ed 86 rescues and shelters which misled Americans about where they got their dogs. Pet lovers who thought their dogs were “rescued” from abuse or mistreatment instead took in dogs that were raised in well- socialized, healthy circumstances, purchased at auction, and then shipped to far-fl ung rescues and shelters. Because these transactions are unregulated, nobody knows how Photo courtesy of Becky Flanders these dogs were treated during these journeys. That must change. Our pets deserve proper oversight and practices that prioritize their health and well-being or what information was shared with their new owners. According to the Post, millions of dollars were spent to buy dogs which were then resold. As someone whose dog was given up by its previous owner to the Washington Humane Society (now the Humane Rescue Alliance), I am concerned about the implications of this story. As president of a companion animal advocacy group representing pet owners and pet professionals, I urge lawmakers and regulators to ensure this does not happen again. There are some strong steps that policymakers can quickly take. Federal regulators should require all organizations that operate as pet dealers under the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) be licensed as such. Under the AWA, the purchasing and reselling of dogs fi ts the defi nition of “pet dealer” activity and is subject to licensure and inspection by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). This applies across the board, regardless of the tax status of the group engaging in the activity. Along with transparency standards, licensing will ensure rescues and shelters that currently act as unregulated pet dealers are overseen in the same way as similar business entities. Rescues and shelters that purchase from licensed commercial breeders should further be regulated at the state level. Pet lovers should know health histories for each pet they consider bringing into their family — especially when it’s readily available. Strict policies along these lines are strongly supported by stores and advocacy groups like mine, and they should apply to the rescues and shelters exposed by the Post. State lawmakers and regulators should also take action in other ways. To better protect against the spread of communicable diseases and to track the movement of animals into and across the country, intake and placement reports should be mandatory for all shelters and rescues — as is the case in states such as Connecticut, Maine and New York. Likewise, requirements already in place for pet stores — such as vaccinations and veterinary checks — should apply to rescues and shelters so that dog, cat, rabbit, and other pet owners know they are getting a healthy pet. Implementing these new standards would not be diffi cult. Federal regulations already exist; Congress should urge USDA to investigate and apply these regulations to the rescues and shelters exposed by the Post. Likewise, state-based regulations are in place in several states. We are working with state lawmakers on model legislation to fi x gaps in the law. These easy fi xes would improve both consumer protection and animal welfare. All prospective pet owners should know as much of their pet’s background and health history as possible. They should know where their pet came from, and they should be reassured that their dog was treated properly from the day it was born until the day it came home. My personal and professional thanks go to those who exposed the practices reported by the Post. It is now time for those who care about animal welfare — the professional pet care community, responsible shelters and rescues, and policymakers — to work together to ensure the American people are properly informed about their best friends’ journeys.

Mike Bober is President of the Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council (PIJAC), which advocates for public policy on behalf of animal care, pet ownership, and pet professionals. Reprinted with permission from the original publication “The Hill”.

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Kennel Spotlight * June/July’18 * 25 From our Vet Corner......

The concept of dental awareness in our pet companions strikes some people as humorous and perhaps even slightly odd. Brush my dog’s teeth? Surely, you’ve got to be kidding! But stop and think; dogs no longer use their teeth in the same fashion as their wild counterparts, nor do they consume similar fare. Moreover, generations of line-breeding have created tremendous variety in the shape and size of the canine head, as the different breed characteristics have been crafted and refi ned. Regardless of body size, however, each individual dog still has 42 permanent teeth. Because our companion dogs live so closely with us and are living longer owing to improved health care, owners now recognize the benefi ts of prevention and control of dental disease in their pets.

Tooth Anatomy The basic anatomy of canine teeth is quite similar to that of human teeth. Each individual tooth is composed of a crown (the part above the gum line) and a root (the part below the gum line). The tooth crown is covered with a hard, calcium-rich substance called enamel that functions to resist wear. Underneath the enamel lies the bulk of the tooth, a calcium-based crystalline structure called dentin. The root is the portion of the tooth normally embedded in the bone of the jaw and is covered by cementum, a specialized type of connective tissue. Different teeth vary in the number of roots present and in the amount of root curvature. Front teeth, for example, have single roots, while cheek teeth (the premolars and molars) have two or three roots. The tooth root is physically attached to the bone of the jaw by thousands of tiny fi bers referred to collectively as the periodontal ligament. Each tooth may be viewed as having an “inner life” and an “outer life.” The “inner life” or endodontic system, refers to the chamber (pulp chamber or root canal) within each tooth that contains nerves, blood vessels, lymphatic channels and cells such as odontoblasts. Odontoblasts line the inner tooth chamber and manufacture dentin. Throughout life the interior wall of every tooth increases in thickness, gradually narrowing the root-canal chamber. Blood vessels and nerves make up the pulp that fi lls the root-canal system. Exposure of the pulp, as may occur when the crown of the tooth is fractured, results in bleeding, pain, infection, and eventually partial or total death of the pulp. Teeth with dead pulp are more brittle and prone to fracture than are normal, healthy teeth with living pulp. The “outer life” or periodontium, of the tooth refers to those structures holding the tooth in the jaw; that is, the gum attachment to the crown and the periodontal ligament attaching the tooth root to the bony socket. The gum-tooth junction is the point where disease of the tooth-holding structures (periodontal disease) begins. Periodontal disease attacks the periodontal ligament as well as the bone around each tooth (alveolar bone), resulting in abnormal tooth-root exposure, tooth instability and mobility, and eventually tooth loss. Dogs as meat-eating predators have certain distinct differences in dentition when compared to their human companions. Most dogs, for example, have V-shaped upper and lower jaws that allow them to open the mouth very wide for grasping and capturing prey. The shape of the different teeth also varies widely, from the nipping front teeth (incisors), to the puncturing/ grasping fang teeth (canines, or cuspids) to the gripping premolars, to the shearing/grinding back teeth (premolars and molars). Carnassial teeth are anatomically defi ned as the upper fourth premolar tooth and the lower fi rst molar tooth, which interact in a special shearing overlap when the mouth is closed. The forces that dogs can generate when grasping objects with their jaws far exceed human capabilities. Because of this, canine carnassials teeth often experience crown fractures, especially if pets are given inappropriate, nonresilient chew toys. An additional signifi cant difference in dentition between dogs and human beings is the time sequence of tooth eruption (“teething”). In dogs, eruption of deciduous teeth (baby teeth or “milk teeth”) and permanent teeth takes place during the fi rst year of puppyhood. In people, however, this sequence of events is spread out over the fi rst two decades of life.

Tooth Eruption and Replacement Eruption and replacement of “baby teeth” by permanent dentition occurs in the fi rst year and follows the general guidelines given in Table 2 (see fi gure). A puppy is born without any visible teeth but will erupt its 28 baby teeth between approx. 3 and 6 weeks of age. Sequential eruption of the permanent teeth with loss of the baby teeth occurs between 2 and 7 months of age, starting with the incisor teeth and followed by the cheek teeth and canines. In most breeds, all baby teeth should be lost or be very loose by around 6 to 7 months of age, to allow for normal eruption of the permanent teeth. Eruption of the full crown height of a permanent tooth may not be complete until almost a year of age, however. As a general rule, permanent tooth buds erupt toward the inside of baby teeth predecessor. An exception to this rule is the upper canine tooth, which erupts in front of its predecessor. Variables that may alter tooth eruption time in dogs include:  General health and nutritional status  Sex (females erupt their teeth earlier than males do)  Breed (large breeds erupt their teeth earlier than small breeds do) 26 * Kennel Spotlight * June/July’18  Season of birth (puppies born in summer erupt their teeth earlier)

Permanent tooth eruption (maximal crown-height exposure) is usually complete between 10 and 12 months of age. The mature root length and diameter will be as large, or larger than the visible crown of each tooth type. The tooth-wall thickness increases throughout the life of the animal, but especially during the fi rst 3 years of life, as the result of the disposition of dentin by odontoblasts. How long should one wait to take action if a puppy has retained one or more baby teeth? A general rule is that no two teeth should occupy the same site. Prolonged retention of baby teeth can cause permanent teeth to erupt incorrectly, resulting in tooth displacement, overcrowding and an abnormal bite. If baby teeth are still present and not loose by 6 to 7 months of age, their surgical removal is warranted. In general, the toy and miniature breeds are more commonly affected with this problem. Should one worry about missing teeth in a dog intended to be shown and/or bred? Breed clubs and the AKC have established what are considered acceptable parameters for dental defects in the individual breeds. These organizations should be consulted directly regarding individual breed stipulations. In general, however, missing teeth are considered a fault that may result in the loss of points or disqualifi cation from an event. Breeding dogs with missing teeth should be discouraged if the offspring are intended for show use. Breeders may request dental X rays in young puppies to document the presence of permanent tooth buds. Unerupted permanent tooth buds may be detected radiographically at approx. 9 to 12 weeks of age.

Occlusion (Bite) Evaluation Occulsion evaluation refers to an examination of how the teeth intermesh when the jaws are closed. Abnormal occlusion (malocclusion) may indicate an inheritable defect of skull or jaw growth. Breed standards establish what is an “acceptable” occlusion pattern for an individual breed. Some breeds, such as the brachycephalic (fl at-faced) breeds, have a “normal” malocclusion characterized by an elongated lower jaw, a condition termed prognathism. A common mistake is to look only at how the incisor teeth interact. However, the interaction of all tooth types should be evaluated to determine if there is a problem with skull symmetry or jaw length. The heritability of skull or jaw size, shape and length is supported by the existence of a wide variety of different breeds, the enormous variations among them, and the reproductibiltiy of breed appearance by purposeful breeding.

Occlusion Checklist

Midline match. Viewing the incisor teeth from the front with the jaws closed and lifting the lips, the upper midpoint between the central incisors should match the lower incisor midpoint. A dog has six upper and six lower incisors, so the mid-point should have three incisors on either side. This checkpoint helps to establish that both sides of the skull/jaw have grown symmetrically. Incisor overlap (scissor bite). The upper incisors should overlap the lower incisors. This “scissor bite” confi guration of the incisors is the most widely recognized occlusion for most breeds. Canine (cuspid) interlock. The lower canine teeth should fi t in the space between the upper lateral (outer) incisor and upper canine tooth. There should not be any contact of tooth surfaces in this interlock. Premolar interdigitation. The upper premolar teeth cusps (points) should aim directly at the spaces between the lower premolar teeth. Carnassial overlap. The upper fourth premolar should overlap the lower fi rst molar tooth. The Most Common Malocclusions Prognathism. Prognathism refers to a condition wherein the lower jaw is longer than the upper jaw. All brachycephalic breeds “normally” have a prognathic occlusion pattern. Level bite. This is a mild type of prognathism wherein the incisors meet cusp-tip to cusp-tip, rather than having the uppers overlap the lowers (scissor bite). Due to the abnormal incisor cusp-tip contact, all incisors will experience abnormal crown wear. Individual incisors will also experience a greater frequency of fracture than incisors with a scissor occlusion. Cross-bite. This implies that the normal tooth-crown overlap is reversed. Anterior cross-bite means that one or more of the lower incisor teeth occlude in front of the upper incisor teeth. Posterior cross-bite is a rare phenomenon in which the carnassial tooth’s overlap is reversed, so that the lower fi st molar lies outside the upper fourth premolar when the jaws are closed. Wry bite. This refers to an asymmetric growth of the skull or jaw, resulting in a midline malalignment. It is a form of unilateral (one-sided) brachygnathism or prognathism. Open bite. Open bite is a severe form of wry bite wherein the upper and lower incisors are unable to come together when the jaws are closed. (Disorders of the Teeth-to be continued in the Aug/Sept issue!)

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Kennel Spotlight * June/July’18 * 35 ‘Tis the Season for Fleas!!

We are coming into the season of summer time fun and PESTS! There is a lot of talk about preventives and what to use, but there is not a lot of talk about the fleas themselves. Sometimes understanding the “enemy” can help you understand how to approach the potential problem.

Fleas are a small but one of the most frustrating pests that we can deal with in our homes and with our pets. What a lot of people do not realize is that most of the flea life cycle does not occur on our pets. When we see those adult fleas, there is already a problem present. A female flea can lay up to 50 eggs a day. This means that one flea can lead to a big problem. The larva stage of the flea life cycle like the cool dark areas in our houses, such as under furniture and near base boards. Then there is the pupa stage. This stage is why it is so difficult to get rid of fleas. This stage is completely impenetrable to any insecticide and can go dormant for long periods of time. Therefore, it can seem like all the fleas are gone and then SURPRISE, you have a whole new batch of fleas. So, now what do you do?

If you have a flea problem, here are some methods to use to help stop that life cycle from continuing. The first thing to do, is to make sure that all animals in the home have been treated. Try to determine the source of the problem. Are the fleas coming from inside the house or outside and being brought in. This means observing your pets. Check them in the morning and after they have gone outside. If they have no fleas in the morning inside, but come from outside and fleas are observed, then the source is likely in the outside environment. In that case, you may need to speak to a pest control officer. If the source is in the house, there are some key things that can be done. First, your vacuum is your best friend! The vacuum’s mechanical functions will destroy the pupa and kill larva, eggs, and fleas picked up. The vibrations can also help get dormant pupa to emerge. Make sure to vacuum regularly under furniture and along baseboards. This is important even on tile, hardwood floors, and laminate.

Your other household appliance that is your friend, is your dryer. Washing all bedding is great, but no one has the time to wash all the bedding more frequently. In that case, throw the bedding in the dryer on high heat for 40 minutes. This will also kill the eggs, larva, pupa, and fleas on the bedding. It is less time and effort than washing and drying all of it numerous times.

Be consistent! Knowing the life cycle helps you understand that the whole life cycle needs to be addressed to fix the problem. We all wish there was a bubble that we could put around our animals to make a flea problem non-existent. Since we can’t do that, we will arm ourselves with knowledge and utilize these simple tools to deal with these pests.

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36 * Kennel Spotlight * June/July’18 18 Signs your Dog is King of the Castle From AKC.org With more than 60 million households in the United States owning a dog, pups have infiltrated our lives in the best way possible. Our canine companions have become part of the family, but sometimes they inch a little too close to the top dog title. (Training can help with that!) If any of these signs look familiar, your pup may very well be the king of the castle. Have a cookie, your majesty!

1. You spend more on dog food than on people food.

2. You don't make the bed because the dog is still sleeping in it.

3. The dog has his own chair in the living room.

4. You have a three-ring binder of instructions for the dog sitter.

5. Your dog get more birthday presents than your spouse.

6. The dog has more toys than the children.

7. When you come home, you greet the dog first.

8. You have more photos of the dog on your phone than you do of your kids.

9. You insist the dog be in all family photos.

10. You'd like to stand up and get a snack, but you can't because the dog is asleep in your lap.

11. All of your clothing is accessorized with dog hair.

12. The dog's bed is ultra-plush and top-of-the-line, while you sleep on a 15 year old mattress.

13. You have an extra-large office chair because you need to make room for the dog.

14. You drink tap water while the dog drinks bottled water.

15. The dog has three different winter coats, while you just have one.

16. You contemplate changing out the living room carpet for one that matches your dog's hair color.

17. When the dog takes all the blankets in bed, you bear the cold because you don't want to disturb him.

18. You play the same song over and over, because you like to hear the dog "sing" along.

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Kennel Reduction!! Shelties; 1M/ 5F Sable, Tri and Merles Cockers; 3M Black, Blue Merle, Black & Tan Westie; 1M/ 1F Husky; 1M/ 3F Standard Poodle; Chocolate Female and (1) male Golden Retriever, sold as a pair. Other breeds will be available later in the summer. Getting ready to retire so I am starting to sell my dogs. Call 307-631-2896 for pricing and other details.

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June 17th (Sunday) Annual Father’s Day Equipment Consignment Auction; Taking Consignments on Farm Machinery, Shop, Tools, Outdoor, Sporting Goods, Trucks, Trailers & More! Call (417) 652-7540 for more info. June 23rd (Saturday) June Consignment Dog Auction @ Wheaton. July 21st (Saturday) July Consignment Dog Auction-Please NO Bulldogs or bulldog type breeds due to heat. NO DOG AUCTION IN AUGUST! SEE YOU IN SEPTEMBER!

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