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Fall is almost here and things are cooling
off - finally! I've never really understood the term "Dog
Days of Summer"..."Kitten Days of Summer" would be much more
appropriate.
I want to thank each and every one of you for all your
efforts to make our group the best that it can be. Your
efforts pay off so much more than you probably think. I had
to put together some statistics the other day and was
amazed.
Our Rescue and Re-Home Program has rescued around
5,500 cats since 1998. Besides offering them a better life
in a loving home, approximately 7 billion
unwanted, kitten births have been prevented. That's pretty
amazing!
Our Race to Reduce Litters has sterilized
approximately 5,400 feral cats since 2002 and prevented
approximately 7 million kitten births.
Who
says statistics aren't exciting? These statistics reflect
your efforts!
Thank you!
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Board meetings are open for any to come and observe and are generally held on the third Thursday of the month at the Center for Community Cooperation.
Please contact any board member for further information.
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The annual Volunteer Appreciation Party will be on October 28 at noon.
5556 Locust Grove Road
Garland, TX.
Gazebo at Windsurf Bay Park
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The presence of photos increases
the number of times a pet description is read by up to 10 times! |
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Name |
Foster |
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Jersey |
Christine Kallas |
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Ella |
Teri Williams & David Beene |
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Fred |
Kelly Richert |
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Cuddles |
Tracy Weaver |
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Tinkerbell |
Rhonda Cox |
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Felix |
Gaby Carson |
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Alleviating Your Pet's Itchy Skin
by Dr. Larry Siegler
Scritch, scratch, scritch, scratch... it may be the first thing
you hear every morning or even wake you up at night - your
companion’s itching and scratching. The most common questions
from visitors to Only Natural Pet Store are about itching,
licking, scratching and skin problems. In this article we will
discuss some of the possible causes, and a basic protocol for
addressing the most common cause – allergies.
Step One: History
Evaluating the history of your companion’s problem is very
important in helping your veterinarian determine the cause.
Though allergies are the most common cause of itching and
licking, there are some diseases that need to be ruled out
before embarking on the path of allergy treatment.
The following are important details that will help your
veterinarian diagnose the problem:
- Where is the animal the itchiest? Face, base of tail,
above the hips, neck, belly, feet…. Watch your companion closely
and determine his or her worst areas. Flea Allergies typically
cause itching above the hips, the base of the tail, groin and
thighs on dogs. Cats usually itch around the neck with flea
allergies. Airborne and food allergies commonly cause itching
around the face, ears, belly and feet. Scabies (Sarcoptic
Mange/mites) typically cause lesions and itching around the
ears, elbow, belly and hocks. Demodedectic Mange generally
initially appears in young dogs on the face or forelegs.
Cheyletiella (mites) characteristically present on the back or
sides.
- When did it start? How old was the animal? Mange is more common
in younger animals. Puppies and kittens are also more
susceptible to flea allergies as they have weaker, less
developed immune systems. Older or ill animals are also more
susceptible due to a weakened immune system.
- Is the problem seasonal or year round? Seasonal itching is more
indicative of flea or inhalant allergies or insect bite. In many
cases, an animal will initially show signs of seasonal allergies
that progress to year round problems.
- Which came first – the itching or hairless patches/skin lesions?
If the itchiness appeared before any skin lesions, then
allergies or scabies are more likely to be the culprit. If the
skin lesions were seen prior to the itchiness, then demodectic
mange, ringworm, or bacterial infection caused by a hormonal
imbalance might be the problem. (Most bacterial infections of
the skin, however, are secondary to the allergy or other issue
causing itchiness.)
- Have you tried any medications or treatments that helped?
Certain causes of itchy skin will respond to steroid treatment
better than others. Flea allergies and airborne allergies seem
to be more responsive than other causes.
- Has it been contagious to any other animals or humans in the
household? Sarcoptic mange, Cheyletiella and ringworm can be
passed on to other animals or humans.
Read the entire article.
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There have been many questions about the ATFF recently and I wanted to address some of your questions and concerns.
Q: I haven’t seen an ATFF in a while, what’s the deal?
A: We try to have the ATFF out the first week of every month, but, like this month, circumstances prevented the ATFF being sent out on time. I’ll try to me more militant about the the writer's deadlines. That being said, the reason for the delay this month is completely my fault and had nothing to do with the content being late.
Q: I’d really like to see ______ in the ATFF. Is it possible to add it?
A: Of course. Our think-tank’s vast intellect is staggering, however, it is difficult at times to know what the readers like or do not like. We are currently training a clairvoyant, so hopefully this should improve. But seriously, please feel free to send me any ideas or random thoughts you have. Unless you specify otherwise your identity will be kept confidential.
Q: Is there anything I can do to help?
A: There is always something you can do. Whether you have five free minutes or five free hours I can find something for you. We’re constantly scouring the web looking for new and interesting content to include.
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