PetFolio Readers Celebrate the New Year with Pets in Mind!

 

 

New Year's Eve should be one of the best times of the year to celebrate, but when you party it up, don't forget your pets.
Pets don't always understand the excitement of our festivities and can often become scared. From a pet's point of view, the celebrations can be hectic, loud and filled with strangers, causing stress and behaviors we don't normally see in our pets. As you celebrate, be sensitive to your pets needs and keep them as comfortable and stress-free as possible.

If you're having a house party, put your pet in a quiet place with comfort items, toys and even music or the television on to help calm them. Remember a pet's ears are very sensitive, so firecrackers, poppers, champagne bottles opening, and yelling "Happy New Year" can frighten your pet.

Even if you plan on a quiet New Year's, neighbors may be celebrating, which could be disturbing to your pet. Reassure your pets with a calming voice or petting. Loud, sudden, foreign noises can cause your pet to panic.
When pets panic, many will do whatever it takes to escape the frightening noise or activity. They'll jump fences, run into the street and may become lost. Make sure your pets have proper identification, a license and a microchip. If you leave your home on New Year's Eve, be sure your pet is secured in a safe place.

Unfortunately the shelter sees an increased number of lost pets on New Year's Day, because pets become frightened and run away from their homes.

New Year's should be a time of celebration, so remember your best friend and keep them safe.

--courtesy of http://agourahills.patch.com/articles/how-to-keep-your-pets-safe-this-new-years-eve

Forwarded from a PetFolio Reader--Wishing you the miracles of the New Year!

New Year Magic

By Carol DeLong©

http://www.thepetpub.com/janstory07.php

The New Year with all its festivities, along with all the celebration fireworks and bright lights creates a static in the air that is more than electrifying. Religious holiday festivities are over to find the worshipers becoming calmer with the rush of the season gone for another year. Joy seems to be the glint in everyone's eyes as well as the smiles that somehow usually eludes the holiday shopping frenzy.

The animal kingdom is not left out of the one celebration the whole world shares. Many species know springtime is not too far away when rejuvenation of their species will be born anew. There will be some unusual little ones born that their own will ignore. They will be ignored for many reasons, left on their own to survive, if at all.

Sometimes man happens upon one of these newborns who, against all odds, have managed to survive the harsh reality of being truly all alone in this large world. It boggles the mind when one of the little ones claimed not to be "perfect" in their specie's world, manages to make its mark on man's world and give all a life-lesson.

Such is the survival story of the albino deer. Many stories have been seen or read on the internet of how one of these beautiful creatures was rescued and how they will make their mark on our world. However the story is written, if it is true or not, is of no consequence. The will to live is deep rooted in the little fawn's soul since its birth, and that is all we need to know. Each story I've been sent, ended with the fawn being raised on someone's farm until it was hardy enough to live its life in a facility that assures longevity, such as a local zoo. The picture below is one that was attached to such a story I received by email.

 
 
"Albino Deer"

The magic that was felt when I first saw this picture is kindred to the magic I feel with the approaching of 2007. Let us all keep the magic we feel at this special time in our hearts throughout the year. Perhaps stopping to help the non-humans when needed will keep the magic alive forever.

I WISH ALL OF YOU AND YOURS A VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR!

PetFolio Readers Can Help the Ferrets for the Holidays

Ferret Ornaments Available 

to Sweet Santas!

http://www.freewebs.com/fallonferts/apps/photos/ 

From now until Christmas Wind & Willows Ferret Rescue is hoping people will stop by the following locations, select a gift tag to sponsor a ferret, buy the present and drop it off later so the ferrets have a warm and happy Christmas:

Reno: Mt Rose Animal Hospital, 16560 Wedge Pkwy Ste 100
Fallon: Mutt’s Etc, 2000 Auction Rd
Fallon: The Churchill Co Library, 553 S. Maine St.

The gifts should be returned on or before Dec. 30. The following are among the items needed:

• N-bone ferret treats
• Hexol disinfectant
• Q-tips
• Any size oral syringes
• Empty unused spray bottles
• Baby or cleanup wipes
• Small cat beds
• Paper towels !!!
• Wood stove pellets (makes perfect litter box filler)
• White vinegar, for cleaning
• Science diet RX canned A/D
• NutraCal or Ferovite
• Olive oil
• Good quality ferret or kitten kibbles
• Toys: Any ferret safe toys!
• Gift cards to Wal-Mart, Raley’s, Smiths, Petco, Petsmart etc

Also, cash donations can be made toward our current and ongoing veterinary bills always welcome and can be made directly to MT. Rose Animal Hospital (Dr. Katie Weldon) in Reno or Carson Valley Veterinary (Dr. Cameron Ross) in Minden.

"At WWFR we are committed to informing and educating the public of the pleasures and responsibilities of owning domestic ferrets as well as how to provide proper care for these creatures."

For any questions or pick up or delivery options...  EMAIL, please to:  Lisa Watson <fallonferts@yahoo.com

Feel free to SPREAD THE WORD!!!!

     

BEWARE: Completely Useless Information PetFolio Readers DO NOT NEED...

Sharks and rays are the only animals known to man that don't get cancer.

A cat has 32 muscles in each ear.

The only 2 animals that can see behind itself without turning its head are the rabbit and the parrot.

In the last 4000 years, no new animals have been domesticated.

Dogs and humans are the only animals with prostates.

The giant squid, found usually in the deep reaches of the oceans, has the largest eye of any animal.

Rhinos are in the same family as horses.

The only domestic animal not mentioned in the Bible is the cat.

PetFolio Readers Need to Know the Truth

Truth About Cats and Dogs 

Deciding whether to adopt a cat or a dog? 

Here's what you can expect from each species:

Byline: Kellene Stockwell

Author’s Bio: Kellene Stockwell is an Emmy winning producer at KTVN. She’s currently working on her Hollywood breakthrough screenplay. You can read her blog at kellene23.wordpress.com

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I must confess. I grew up a dog person until I moved in with my boyfriend a few years back. His Siamese cat Taka greeted me with a full-face hiss. It’s been a love affair ever since. I think he tolerates me now.

Over the years I have noticed some differences between the species: 

Dogs sometimes act like blondes. Cats live in a continual state of it.  

Dogs jump when you feed them. Cats cry if you don’t.

Dogs bark at strangers. Cats death stare - at everyone.

Dogs guard homes with barks. Cats hiss away dogs. 

Cats think they’re cultured. Dogs have to look the word up.

Dogs lay out in the sun. Cats curse it for waking them up.

Cats lick away dirt. Dogs invite it in the house. 

Cats configure weird yoga poses. Dogs tilt their heads at the sight.

Dogs run everywhere. Cats tiptoe.

Cats ‘tweet’ at birds. Dogs hunt them.

Dogs eat anything. Cats prefer only the finest food – yours.

Dogs are man’s best friend. Cats want to kill you.

Dogs love toys. Cats want you to be their toy.

Dogs learn commands. Cats ignore them.

Dogs are likened to summer days. Cats – burglars.

Dogs use yards for toilets. Cats use litter boxes – indoors.

Dogs snuggle next to you. Cats deep scratch your thighs.

Dogs have "doggie daycares." Cats are self-sufficient.

Dogs wag their tail when you wake up. Cats disapprove of your morning face.

Dogs have shows. Cats think they’re superior to competition.

Cats get named Fluffy and Mittens. Dogs get named Rambo and Killer. Especially Chihuahuas.

Dogs rip open Christmas presents. Cats supervise.

Dogs sniff shoes. Cats turn up their nose at your unfortunate fashion choice.

One thing they have in common – they both act like it’s their bed. And you’re in it.

And lastly – dogs have owners. Cats own you. Which begs the question – why do people want them?

PetFolio Readers Take Your Pets!

Pet Pictures With Santa

Pose Your Pet with a Professional Photographer 

Nationally know for his Art!

WHAT:    Perfect Holiday Pet Portraits 

                  by Jeff Ross, Tell Tail Portraits

WHEN:    Dec 18-19, 10am to 4pm

WHERE:  2970 Northtowne Lane, 

                   Next to Ross Department Store, South Reno

WHY:       $10 for Two Digital Prints, 

                  Proceeds benefit our local 

                      Saint Bernard Rescue Foundation

http://telltailportraits.com/gallery/2.aspx

PetFolio Congratulates Nevada Humane Society on a Great Craft Fair Today!

PetFolio joined in the Home 4 the Holidays festivities at Nevada Humane Society today, December 12th from Noon until 5pm.  The Nevada Humane Society hosted a Craft Fair for the Critters.  We handed out PetFolios and shopped for handcrafted art, jewelry, candles, and other pet-related gifts.

Young artist Sabel Witmer participated by also selling her $2-$3 "Flower Puff" flower pins and barrettes that she handmade.  Then she contributed in the holiday cheer by donating money directly to the homeless animals at the shelter.  We met lots of people dedicated to the well being of our community's animals.

Nevada Humane Society is asking for YOUR help in reaching their goal of finding homes for 1,200 pets during the Home 4 the Holidays Pet Adoption Drive, which runs through January 2. There will be fun Home 4 the Holidays activities each weekend through New Years.

Home 4 the Holidays is a nationwide pet adoption drive now in its 12th year. It was created to get animals out of shelters and into good homes during this season of giving and love. Nevada Humane Society is one of thousands of participating animal shelters nationwide.

Nevada Humane Society is open for adoptions 7 days a week (except for Christmas day) from 11am to 6:30pm and an hour earlier at 10am on Saturdays. The adoption center is located at 2825 Longley Lane, Reno.  Pet lovers will find PetFolio magazine in the entrance of the Nevada Humane Society.

For more information about Nevada Humane Society, visit www.nevadahumanesociety.org or call 775-856-2000.

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Doogies Gone Viral--PetFolio Readers This is Funny!

http://videogoneviral.com/2010/05/doggy-beatboxing/

Animals of YouTube sing "Deck the Halls"

Crafts for the Critters! This Sunday, Dec 12 Noon to 5pm!

Monday, December 6, 2010 Calling All Artists and Crafters!! This Sunday, December 12, your friends at the Nevada Humane Society are hosting a Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair. The hope is to encourage people to visit the shelter for some fun howl-iday shopping, as well as visit with the pets awaiting homes. Currently artisians and crafters are showing and selling their work this Sunday. The Nevada Humane Society has room for many more. If you are available and would be willing to come down to the shelter to sell your craft or fine art, they would be delighted! The sale will be from noon until 5 pm, Sunday, December 12. All arts and crafts are welcome. One volunteer will be sellling her "Pine Cone Pets", while another will be selling sculptured artwork.  Whether you crochet blankets, make handmade candles or soaps, or paint fine art, you're welcome to join this event in support of our community's homeless animals.  To participate, please let Kari Riley know at, kriley@nevadahumanesociety.org or 775-856-2000 ext 332. Many artists will be consider donating a small percentage of the proceeds of their sales from the day to help the animals in the NHS shelter.

PetFolio Publisher, Ms. Witmer, Pulls Winner of U.S. Wolf Refuge Raffle

The US Wolf Refuge 2010 Raffle Today at PetCo!

  "Kasa's Clan" Necklace and Earrings in the 2010 U.S. Wolf Refuge Raffle

Thousands of $1 tax-deductible tickets were sold by those hopeful of winning the magnificent, handcrafted jewelry set (above.)  Many wanted to will help the U.S. Wolf Refuge care for and protect one of nature's most magnificent creatures, the wolf.

The U. S. Wolf Refuge founder, William Chamberlain, Jr, admitted, "We currently have 18 wolf/dogs at our facility."

Today at noon, under the watchful eye of News 4, Landess Witmer, publisher of PetFolio Magazine, drew the winning raffle ticket with the lucky name, S. Kane, written on it.

Congratulations!  And best of luck to ALL the animals at The U.S. Wolf Refuge!
 
To learn how you can help the wolves and participate in the next fundraiser for The Refuge, visit:
http://www.uswolfrefuge.org/

Constistancy, PetFolio Readers, Is the Key in Training Your Dog!

Retraining Your New Dog

by Deadra Unthank 

            The majority of people adopt puppies from shelters; however, there are people who desire an adult dog as their new family member. However, what do you do if you bring your new dog home, tell him to sit, and he ignores you completely? Hours upon hours of frustration and repeating the word “sit” have only succeeded in your dog listening half the time. What’s wrong? The neighbor’s new puppy had it down pat in just 30 minutes, so why is your adult dog who has a better attention span bouncing as if you’re poised to throw their favorite tennis ball?

            Take a breath and relax; there could be a simple solution. Many dogs that are given to shelters often have had families in the past that never really worked with them. If the old owners expected Sparky to behave only half the time, Sparky has already learned that he doesn’t have to obey. The truth is that your dog has a good chance of never listening completely when you use that specific command. However, there are a few easy ways to fix this and teach your dog to act like a proper, obedient pet.

            One solution is to choose a different word, something a little less commonly used. The word can be something like ‘behave.’ Go through the same motions you would to teach him to sit. Either use a treat, and hold it slightly above his head while saying “Behave,” or speak the word you’ve chosen while pressing lightly on her haunches to force her gently into a sitting position. The dog will not have any association with the new word and will more readily pick up on the idea that a certain action is expected. If you are consistent, the dog will be consistent, also.  Do you know that foreign language class you’ve always wanted to take? Teaching your dog commands in a separate language is a wonderful exercise for you both and makes it less likely to run into any other “word barriers.”

            Some dogs just are not made for a simple verbal command, however. If this doesn’t seem to be working, then another idea to try is hand signals. Herding dogs, such as Australian Shepherds and Border Collies, are bred for an environment where the baaing of sheep and lowing of cattle can make hearing a command impossible. Sometimes these dogs respond better to a command coupled with a hand signal. Over time, you can drop the word, and simply use the hand signal to get the results you desire. Again, the key is consistency.  

            Experiment with your new family member to see if changing the word or if using a hand signal is more effective. Try to avoid commonly used words such as “sit, stay, come.” Above all, remember to always be patient, consistent, and rewarding when your dog does the action you desire.

Author's Bio: Deadra Unthank has been working for various rescue shelters for 10 years and believes that every animal is limited only by their trainer.

Patty Cake Kitties!

 You gotta watch and listen to believe it---!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3iFhLdWjqc

Ever Wondered How A PetFolio Reader Can Help A Ferret?

Help make a Warm & Fuzzy Holiday

      

 

For the Rescued Ferrets at the

Wind & Willows Ferret Rescue

 

Stop by any of the following locations:

 

Mutt’s Etc 2000 Auction Rd, Fallon, NV

The Churchill Co Library 553 S. Maine St, Fallon, NV

Mt Rose Animal Hospital 16560 Wedge Pkwy Ste 100 · Reno, NV

 

December 3rd- December 23^rd

Select a Gift tag to sponsor a ferret this Christmas

Then return your donation or gift item (wrapped or not) on or before

December 30, 2010

 

Thank You and Merry Christmas!

 

Wind & Willows Ferret Rescue Wish List 

·        N-bone ferret treats

·        Hexol disinfectant

·        Q-tips

·        Any size oral syringes

·        Empty unused spray bottles

·        Baby or cleanup wipes

·        Small cat beds

·        Paper towels !!!

·        Wood stove pellets (makes perfect litter box filler)

·        White vinegar, for cleaning

·        Science diet RX canned A/D

·        NutraCal or Ferovite

·        Olive oil

·        Good quality ferret or kitten kibbles

·        Toys: Any ferret safe toys!

·        Gift cards to Wal-Mart, Raley’s, Smiths, Petco, Petsmart etc

 

Volunteers are the backbone of ALL shelters.

 

Little donations add up to BIG Miracles.

 

$$ donations made toward our current and ongoing veterinary bills always welcome and can be made directly to MT. Rose Animal Hospital ( Dr. Katie Weldon) in Reno or Carson Valley Veterinary  (Dr. Cameron Ross) in Minden

 

At WWFR we are committed to informing and educating the public of the pleasures and responsibilities of owning domestic ferrets as well as how to provide proper care for these creatures.

 

Feel free to contact Lisa via email with any questions, concerns or comments…fallonferts@yahoo.com

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