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ANIMAL RADIO NETWORK | May 10th - May 18th
a not-for-profit bi-weekly newsletter
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In this newsletter:

* DIABETES IS DEADLY IN CATS - Detect it early!
* LATEST ALFA DOG SCHEDULE - Animal Planet's Dr. KEVIN FITZGERALD in DENVER
* BAGHDAD ZOO DESTROYED BY LOOTING - 650 Animals Freed
* GUARDIAN VS. OWNER - Terminology being changed
* ANIMAL HOARDING - Unrecognized MENTAL PROBLEM

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THIS WEEK ON ANIMAL RADIO NETWORK
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*ASPCA's Dr. Stephanie LaFarge on ANIMAL HOARDING
*POCKET PETS with Supreme Pet Products' Stevie Reno
*The story of "FOXY" as told by Little Shelter's Jodi Record

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*DAVID CONGALTON - When Your Pet Outlives You
*Rick Randall - TRAVELING with your pet
*Animal Communicator JOAN RANQUET

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YOUR OPINION - WHAT YOU HAD TO SAY
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As always, we welcome your response to articles in our bi-weekly newsletter.
We wish we could publish all the e-mail, but there is simply not enough
space in this newsletter. You may view other comments online at
http://animalradio.com.
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DOSHA, THE DOG WITH 9 LIVES

*Katie Andrasko of Tuolumne, California responded:
Concerning Dosha: I am appalled that the police officer is being criticized
for trying to put this dog out of her pain. Why not criticize Dosha's
human, who let Dosha run free, without identification, unspayed.

How many animals are killed, maimed or left to die because of their
irresponsibility of their humans.

The woman stated on a television interview that she was unaware of
microchipping. Was she also unaware of collars, rabies tags, etc.? And
she must have known that it is unsafe to let a dog run loose. Dogs have
been hit by cars for as long as automobiles have been on the road, and for
as long as irresponsible pet owners choose to undervalue the lives of their
pets by letting them run loose and vulnerable to danger.

If the police officer's actions are being criticized, then shouldn't Dosha's
"mom" be criticized first, for allowing the situation to occur in the first
place?
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HOLOCAUST ON YOUR PLATE:

*Stanley Jones-Umberger, Washougal, WA responded:
I wish to respond to the following, which was in your latest email: Debbie
is responding emotionally and out of ignorance. The term "holocaust" was
originally applied to the treatment of animals, and then the treatment of
the victims of Nazism was compared to that, not the other way around. The
comparison is obvious and it should shock any decent person. I just hope it
works. See http://www.masskilling.com/

*Adrienne Kligman, Teacher responded:
I have a completely different attitude towards PETA's exhibit "The Holocaust
on Your Plate" as some others, as I heartily agree with the likening of the
Holocaust to the "extermination" of animals. The process is alike in every
way I can possibly think of, from the concentration camp to slaughter,
including the way the facts are hidden away from the general public. I am a
Jewish vegan, and I do not find the comparison offensive in any way. In
fact, I think it enhances animal protection as being just as important as
human protection while underlining the horrors of the Holocaust. Some of my
students have spontaneously made the comparison themselves. I have been
downloading the photos off of the net to use as a display in my classroom.

*William Stosch III of Yardley, PA. responded:
One of your reader's comments about the exhibit showing the relationship of
the slaughtering of animals to the holocaust: Debbie, slaughter is slaughter
be it of human beings or animals. The holocaust was horrible but so is the
killing of any creature. Do you really believe that a cow does not know what
is going to happen to him/her as he is being led down a ramp to a
slaughterhouse with the fresh smell of blood in the air or are you just
naïve and believe that they are just dumb animals. It is my belief that an
exhibit of this kind is necessary and if makes even 1 more person realize
that the slaughtering of any creature is wrong, then it has served a
purpose.
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{Comments welcomed at: YourVoice@animalradio.com}

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DETECTING DIABETES IN YOUR CAT
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By Judith Ann H.S.

Diabetes is not as common in cats as it is in people, and it canât be
controlled by just their diet. The most serious result of cat diabetes is
that regardless of how much your cat eats, he is actually starving because
his body canât properly process nutrients.

Early detection and treatment of diabetes is very important. If not treated
early enough, some cats can develop glucose toxicity, which can lead to
resistance to insulin and the need for long-term treatment. If caught early
enough, some cats often require just a short-term course of treatment and
will no longer need insulin.

No one clearly understands the cause of diabetes in cats. It seems to just
happen. Diabetes is usually higher in older cats and obese cats. By checking
your catâs blood and urine, your veterinarian can quickly find out if your
cat has diabetes.

If it is determined that your cat has diabetes, this should not be regarded
as a death sentence. Many cat owners are able to control their catâs
condition for many years. Left untreated it will be fatal, but it is a
treatable condition. Sometimes it takes several trips to your vet before the
right amount of insulin is determined. You need to make sure that your cat
eats normally before the test, and that the test is done at the correct
time, because each hour after mealtime will affect the results.

If you cat has been diagnosed with diabetes, you vet must find the right
amount of insulin. Your cat must then be fed and given its insulin on a
regular schedule. This is usually done twice a day, every twelve hours.
It doesnât matter what time of day you feed your cat and give the insulin,
as long as it is every 12 hours. If you usually do ãopen feeding", in which
the bowl of dry kibble is left out all day, you will have to change that to
scheduled feeding times. After your vet has determined the right amount of
insulin, maintenance isn't that hard. Most people are often hesitant to
give injections to their cats. But, youâd be surprised that it really isnât
that hard to give a cat a shot. In fact, it's easier than trying to get a
cat to swallow a pill! Insulin needles are very tiny and the cat usually
doesnât react to the shots. Have your veterinarian teach you on the proper
way to give a shot, which is usually given in the neck. When using a fresh
needle every day, your cat will hardly feel it. Sometimes, a cat will get
used to the routine and may even wait for his shot after his feeding. Just
remember to give your cat a lot of TLC.

Every three months your cat should undergo a blood glucose test, to see if
the insulin should be adjusted. Many owners choose to test their pets at
home by using human diabetic test kits. This can be done by drawing blood
from a prick of your cat's ear. Test kits can costs between $50 to $120, and
test strips are about $30 per package.

If your cat has been recently diagnosed or his insulin dose has been changed
(especially if it has been increased), you should watch your cat very
carefully. Keep an eye out for vomiting or not eating enough. Your cat can
go into insulin shock and even die. Household items such as Karo syrup or
pancake syrup can be used if this happens. You will have to force about a
tablespoon of syrup into the unconscious cat's mouth, then call your
veterinarian immediately. Itâs important to remember that it is safer for
your cat to have too high a level of blood glucose than too low. If you
feel that your cat has not eaten well enough, you should not give the
insulin.

Here are some diabetes risk factors to look out for:

*Age: More than 7 years old, highest risk between 10 and 13 years old
*Gender: Male cats are one and a half time more likely to be affected
*Obesity: Cats with a weight gain of 44 percent developed a 50 percent
reduction in sensitivity to insulin
*Other Diseases: Cats with underlying diseases such as hyperthyroidism or
those being treated with long-term steroids may be at a higher risk for
developing diabetes.

Early Signs and Symptoms:

*Increased urination
*Increased water intake
*Increased appetite
*Weight loss

Later Signs:

*Depression
*Vomiting
*Loss of Appetite
*Acetone smell to breath

If your cat becomes diabetic and you are deciding whether or not to treat
it, consider these facts:

*Without treatment your cat will probably die
*Your cat will not object to the injections
*Insulin is very inexpensive

There may be some people who will think that you are foolish for taking care
of a diabetic pet. Just remember, diabetes is not a death sentence and you
and your cat can have many happy years ahead.

{Hear ARN uncover the mysteries of Diabetes next week on Animal Radio
Network http://animalradio.com}

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BAGHDAD ZOO IN TATTER AFTER LOOTING
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by Louis Meixler, Associated Press Writer

Saedia, the blind bear, sleeps huddled in the fetal position in the corner
of a small metal enclosure. An angry black dog lives in the bird cage, and
the lynx was last seen roaming around a nearby highway.

The Baghdad Zoo is in tatters. Looters have stolen or turned loose almost
all the animals, and the dozen remaining have been so short of food that
lions have been snacking on military rations United States soldiers toss
inside their cages.

It's a situation the soldiers and aid groups are trying to change.

Soldiers were welding together the shattered bars of the lions' den on
Monday, while United States officials gave workers $20 to come back to work.

The San Francisco, CA-based group Wild Aid gave most zoo employees $10 last
week and plans to give each another $10 this week to help boost morale. Most
employees had not been paid for two months. The United States has appointed
a South African, Lawrence Anthony, to help run the zoo.

"My goal is to bring the zoo out of crisis," said Anthony, who runs a game
reserve in South Africa. "We need everything. The looters took everything."

That included freeing almost all the zoo's 650 animals.

Zoo curator Abdel Salam Musa said the only animals not taken were the more
formidable beasts, like the lions and the porcupine.

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be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.}]

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IDA ENCOURAGES PEOPLE TO BE GUARDIANS, NOT OWNERS
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MILL VALLEY, Calif. ö In Defense of Animals (IDA), a national animal
protection organization, is marking Be Kind to Animals Week, (May 4th
through 11th) by calling on all who share their lives with animals to
consider themselves ãguardiansä of animal companions rather than ãownersä
of mere property, objects and things.

Be Kind to Animals Week encourages people to treat their animal companions
well and help protect all other animals from harm. IDA has found that
viewing animals as personal property contradicts this ideal and often
undermines efforts to punish animal abuse perpetrated by animal ãowners.ä

Animal Welfare Commissioner Sherrie Franklin, who backed the recent change
in San Francisco's city code to recognize animal guardians, states:

ãI work exclusively with animals in custody being held as evidence, many of
whom are there because of horrible abuse and neglect. A large percentage of
these animals go back to these situations. The language used by those who
committed these heinous acts goes something like this: ãI own this animal
and it is my property and I want it back". Their lack of compassion and the
way they speak of these living beings sounds more like they are talking
about a television or a toaster. Changing to guardian language is the
beginning of truly recognizing the importance of animals in our lives.ä

IDAâs Humane Education Coordinator Jennifer Forrest adds:

ãThe best way to be kind to animals is to teach children and others about
the positive impact of becoming guardians. We believe that when people
accept their role as responsible guardians of living individuals who can be
wronged, they will become more attentive to the needs of their animal
companions, more animal adoptions will occur, and society will expect
stronger penalties for animal abusers.ä

In January, the City of San Francisco joined Menomonee Falls, WI, Boulder,
CO, West Hollywood and Berkeley, CA, Sherwood, AR, Amherst, MA, and the
State of Rhode Island in changing the language in their animal-related codes
to include the term ãguardian.ä This change demonstrates a growing concern
for the millions of animals who are killed in shelters or neglected and
abused every year in the United States.

IDAâs ãBe Kind to Animals Weekä Good Guardian Checklist

ð Refer to yourself and others as a ãguardianä rather than an ãownerä of
animals.

ð Provide animals with fresh water and food, loving attention, outdoor
exercise and play every day.

ð Understand the emotional needs of your animal companions. Often dogs
and cats are less destructive and happier with day-long companionship.
Consider adopting a second compatible animal if you are often gone from
home. If they are destructive, spend more time with them or arrange for
visitors to check on them while you are away.

ð Adopt rather than buy your next animal companion. For every animal who
is purchased through a pet store or breeder, another homeless animal dies in
a shelter. With over six million animal companions killed yearly simply
because of lack of homes, there is no excuse to buy while homeless animals
suffer in shelters.

ð To help decrease overpopulation, spay or neuter your companions. If you
cannot afford your local veterinariansâ spay/neuter fees, call SPAY USA at
1-800-248-SPAY (1-800-248-7729) for local low cost spay/neuter referrals, or
call your local animal shelter to see if they have a low-cost spay/neuter
program.

ð Report suspected animal abuse or neglect. Abuse of animal companions
can quickly turn into violence toward other family members and reach into
the community. Contact your local Humane Society or animal welfare
organization as well as local and state child welfare agencies to report
such cases.

I no longer use language that accepts the current concept of animals as
property, commodities and/or things. Rather than referring to myself or
others as "owners" of animals we share our lives with, I now refer to myself
and others as "guardians" of our animal friends and to animals as "he" or
"she" rather than "it." Guardians do not buy or sell animals; instead they
rescue and adopt. I urge you to do the same.

To learn more about the Guardian Campaign visit
http://idausa.org/campaigns/guardian/guardian.html
Hear more about the changing laws on ownership/guardianship next week on
Animal Radio Network - http://animalradio.com}

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AMERICAN HUMANE ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF THE
2003 BE KIND TO ANIMALSú KID CONTEST
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DENVER, May 5, 2003 ö In celebration of Be Kind to Animals Week¨, May 4 to
10, American Humane is pleased to announce the grand prize winners of this
yearâs Be Kind to Animals Kid Contest. Haley Lavender, nine, of Ames, Iowa,
and Peter Lubin, 13, of Easton, Md., will each receive a $5,000 college
scholarship, generously provided by Kibbles 'n Bits, 9Lives¨, Pounce¨, and
Pup-Peroni¨, in recognition of their work to improve the lives of animals.

The oldest event of its kind in the nation, Be Kind to Animals Week
celebrates the companionship, friendship and love animals bring to our
lives. American Humane created the special week in 1915 to foster humane
principles by offering adults and children opportunities to develop
compassionate attitudes toward animals. Through the Be Kind to Animals Kid
Contest, American Humane recognizes the humane leaders of tomorrow by
honoring kids who make a difference today.

Kid Contest Winner (Ages six to nine)
Haley Lavender, nine, Ames, Iowa: Haley Lavender would like nothing more
than to be a full-time volunteer at her local animal shelter. ãAnimals are
so friendly and fun to have around,ä says Haley. Unfortunately, she is not
quite old enough. But that hasnât stopped this Kind kid from doing all she
can to help the homeless pets at Ames Animal Shelter.

After seeing the struggles shelter workers face in finding homes for
animals, Haley dedicated herself to supporting spay and neuter as a way to
help control the pet population.

Blessed with an entrepreneurial spirit, Haley designed her own unique line
of earrings, and the proceeds from each pair she sells go directly toward
the spaying or neutering of homeless animals. So far, her earrings have
raised more than $350, allowing for the spaying of 20 animals.

Haley, a self-professed cat lover, also started the ãKitty Cat Clubä to
benefit the shelterâs cats. The clubâs approximately 12 members meet
regularly to help Haley make her earrings and toys for the shelter animals,
as well as other items, like ornaments, that can be sold at local festivals.

Kid Contest Winner (Ages 10-13)
Peter Lubin, 13, Easton, Md: Peter Lubin is a shining example of what
perseverance and a good idea can accomplish for animals. After adopting his
dog Queenie from the Talbot County Humane Society, Peter became determined
to help the other animals waiting to be adopted. He got an idea to
photograph Queenie and 16 other neighborhood dogs for a 2003 calendar to
benefit the humane society.

Peter dedicated his summer vacation to actualizing his scheme for ãThe Dogs
of Tunis Mills.ä He solicited advertising. He outbid shoppers at a silent
auction to get a photography lesson. He spent countless hours shooting rolls
of film. Neighbors were asked to complete a questionnaire describing their
dogâs life, interesting facts and personality traits. He solicited 57
businesses for advertising, and 54 bought space. He acquired printersâ
estimates and created layouts for the calendar. He wrote articles and press
releases. He secured booths at local festivals and special events. And he
convinced several businesses to sell the calendars in their shops.

After months of work and fun, Peterâs commitment, creativity, and
professionalism paid off with a remarkable calendar that captures the
individual personalities and quirks of the neighborhood dogs. The calendar
became an instant must-have in the community, and in January he presented
the Talbot County Humane Society a $2,100 check. His project went so well
that the humane society has asked him to do two more calendars: ãThe Dogs of
Saint Michaelsä for 2004 and ãThe Dogs of Oxfordä for 2005.

Congratulations to all the kids that entered from all of us at Animal Radio
Network!!
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LATEST ALFA DOG SCHEDULE
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Here's the latest tour dates for the 2003 Alfa-Dog Cross-Country-Tour across
the United States.

Hear this incredible voyage on Animal Radio Network.
http://animalradio.com

*June 14, 2003 - Kanab Utah
Broadcast from Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

*June 28, 2003-Denver, CO PETCO #911 Aurora-North
13750 E. Mississippi Avenue, Aurora, CO 80012
Get info on: KLMO 1060
Speakers:
Ark Angels' Faye Peterson
ARN's Annie Bruce
Animal Planet's Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald
Dr. Hofve

*July 12, 2003-Denver, CO
Washington Park - Animal Planet Expo
Get info on: KLMO 1060

*July 19, 2003- Mitchell SD
Location TBA - Speakers TBA

*August 9, 2003- Chicago, IL
PETCO #869 Chicago-Clybourn 2000 N. Clybourn, Chicago, IL 60614
Get info on: WRMN 1410 & WBIG AM
Speakers:
In The Line of Duty's Ron Barber
World Reknown Trainer, Bash Dibra

*August 23, 2003 - Burlington, VT
PETCO #1829 Burlington, VT 861 Williston Road, Burlington, VT 05403-5724
Get info on: WIPS 1250
Speakers:
Author Deborah Straw
Dr. Gary Kowalski

*August 30, 2003 Boston. MA
PETCO #740 Peabody, MA, 10 Sylvan Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Get info on: WBPS AM
Speakers:
Dr. Lowell Ackerman
Author Clea Simon

*September 13, 2003 - Providence, RI
PETCO #1825 Providence, RI, 585 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904-5722
Get info on: WPEP 1570 & WNRI 1380
Speakers:
Dr. Lowell Ackerman
Author Clea Simon

*September 20, 2003 - Hartford, CT
PETCO #759 Manchester, CT, 432A Buckland Hills Drive, Manchester, CT 06040
Get info on: WXCT 990 AM
Speakers:
SpayUSA founder, Esther Mechler
TBA

*October 4, 2003 - Baltimore, MD
PETCO #940 Timonium, MD, 1719 York Road, Lutherville, MD 21093
Get info on: WHFC 91.1 FM
Speakers:
ASPCA's Jacque Schultz
Holistic Vet, Dr. Christina Chambreau

*October 11, 2003 - Richmond, VA
Location TBA
Speakers: Holistic Vet Dr. Christina Chambreau
Get info on: WHAN 1430

*Novemebr 8, 2003 - Lake Charles, LA
Location TBA:
Speakers: Author Amy Shojai , TBA
Get info on: KAOK 1400

*December 6, 2003 - Idaho Falls, ID
PETCO #207 Idaho Falls, ID, 2375 East 17th Street, Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Get info on: KZNI 1260
Speakers:
TBA

*December 20, 2003 - Portland, OR
PETCO #209 Tualatin, OR, 8775 Tualatin Sherwood Road, Tualatin, OR 97062
Get info on: KYKN 1430
Speakers:
Animal Attorney Adam Karp Esq.
TBA

*January 3, 2004 - San Luis Obispo, CA
PETCO #1511 San Luis Obispo, CA, 271 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Get info on: KVEC 920
Speakers:
Companion Animals Meeting People founder Ken Perlis
Author David Congalton
Dr. Greg McDonald

*January 10, 2004 - Santa Maria, CA
Location TBA
Speakers:
Companion Animals Meeting People founder Ken Perlis
Dr. Greg McDonald

*January 17, 2004 -Santa Barbara, CA
PETCO #1507 Santa Barbara-Central 3985 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Get info on: KTMS 990
Speakers:
Columnist Arden Moore
All for Animals founder, Karen Lee Stevens
Companion Animals Meeting People founder Ken Perlis
Dr. Greg McDonald

*January 31, 2004 - Los Angeles, CA
PETCO #1503 Van Nuys, CA 5850 Sepulveda Blvd. Van Nuys, CA 91411
Get info on: KOST 103.5 FM
Speakers:
Companion Animals Meeting People founder Ken Perlis
Dr. Greg McDonald
Buddy Hackett
TBA

*February 7, 2004 - Las Vegas, NV
PETCO #573 Las Vegas-SW, NV 3577 S. Rainbow Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89103
Get info on: KSHP 1400
Speakers:
Companion Animals Meeting People founder Ken Perlis
Dr. Greg McDonald
ARN's Annie Bruce

Keep up to date at http://animalradio.com

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ANIMAL HOARDING - UNRECOGNIZED MENTAL PROBLEM
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The compulsive collecting of animals is an under-recognized mental health
problem. In 1999, House Rabbit Society chapters encountered rabbit hoarders
in Minneapolis (>400 rabbits), Sacramento (>200 rabbits) and San Diego (>50
rabbits). Dane County Humane Society encounters a hoarder about every other
year. Caring for these confiscated animals, which are often in poor health,
places a huge, unexpected drain on limited rescuer resources.

Hoarders are often people with good intentions and love animals. They also
can't say "no" to yet another animal they think needs to be rescued.
Hoarders often have mistaken beliefs about the care and fate of animals in
shelters; they see themselves as the only person who cares. Afterward, the
hoarder finds excuses not to adopt the animal out to a good home, and so the
animal stays. Eventually, there are too many animals for the hoarder to care
for. Animals fall ill and don't receive medical treatment; waste is not
removed; and the animal's health is at risk, exactly the situation the
hoarder thought she was preventing!

A recent survey published by researchers at Tufts University found that
collectors frequently see the "rescued" animals as surrogate children or
love substitutes. They form excessive emotional attachments to the animals,
and they have an abnormal need to control this emotional aspect of their
lives. Even after the animals are confiscated, the hoarder often resumes her
collecting behavior. Unfortunately, animal hoarding is not yet seen as a
mental health problem, and agencies seldom coordinate their activities in
resolving a case. In a review of recent cases, the study found that
three-quarters of hoarders are female; three-quarters are single, divorced
or widowed; over half live alone; almost half are 60 or older and 37% are
between 40 and 59 years. In 80% of cases, some animals were found dead or in
severe condition, and in three-quarters of cases, the premises were
unsanitary and overcrowded.

Some warning signs of hoarder behavior:

* the inability to refuse a "needy" animal, despite having too many at
home
* a refusal to stop rescuing despite a lack of financial and housing
resources
* the unwillingness to adopt the "rescued" animal to good homes, and
finding excuses to reject applicants
* the inability to care for the animals, physically and emotionally
* having mistaken beliefs about the hoarded animals' needs, and about
shelter alternatives
* avoiding behaviors that will expose the hoarder, such as inviting
guests to the home

What distinguishes a rescuer from a hoarder? As rescuers, we know that we
have limits. We can't rescue every animal, but we will help those we can. We
know that an adoptive home is much better at providing the love and care
that a companion animal needs. Moreover, placing a rabbit into a permanent
home creates a space for rescuing another abandoned bunny. Hoarding doesn't
solve the problem; it only creates a larger one for real rescuers at a later
date.

{Hear ASPCA's Dr. Stephanie LaFarge on ANIMAL HOARDING this weekend on
Animal Radio Network - http://animalradio.com}

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ARN EVENT CALENDAR
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*COUNTDOWN TO ALFA-DOG TOUR - 3 weeks!!

*PALM SPRINGS RIVIERA RESORT & RACQUET CLUB - SUNDAY JUNE 8th 2003
Animal Friends Expo - The Animal Disaster Team of Riverside County (ADT)
seeks to raise public awareness of animal issues, products and raise funds
to provide for animals in disasters. ADT is a program of Animal Samaritans
SPCA working in conjunction with The American Red Cross, Riverside County
Fire OES, other animal groups and emergency service organizations.

*HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA - JULY 26th
Doga-Paw-Looza - Wag, Walk and Roll is coming to Huntington Beach,
California, July 26th at 9am. Help Dog Partners raise funds to provide
service dogs for mobility impaired people. This is truly a great cause and
a day full of fun for your entire family, including your dog! So, pack up
your bags and all your dog goodies for a beautiful day at Huntington Beach
Central Park ö next to the Dog Park. For more details, visit
www.dogpartners.com to obtain a walk sponsor form. Raffles, vendors and
entertainment will be available after the Wag, Walk and Roll.

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FINAL THOUGHT
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Dog Breeds that did not make it:

Deerhound + Terrier
Derriere, a dog that's true to the end

Spitz + Chow Chow
Spitz-Chow, a dog that throws up a lot

Terrier + Bulldog
Terribull, a dog that makes awful mistakes

Bloodhound + Labrador
Blabador, a dog that barks incessantly

Malamute + Pointer
Moot Point, owned by...oh, well, it doesn't matter anyway

Collie + Lhasa Apso
Collapso, a dog that folds up for easy transport

A man follows a woman out of a movie theater. She has a dog on a leash. He
stops her and says, "I'm sorry to bother you, but I couldn't help but notice
that your dog was really into the movie. He cried at the right spots, he
moved nervously in his seat at the boring parts, but most of all, he laughed
like crazy at the funny parts. Don't you find it unusual?"
"Yes," she replied, "I found it very unusual! He hated the book!"

http://www.practical-pet-care.com - ARN's pick of the week.