THE CABARRUS ANIMAL RESCUE NEWSLETTER

Nov 2016 Issue 63 HS CABARRUS ANIMAL RESCUE THE CABARRUS ANIMAL RESCUE NEWSLETTER Inside this issue: Meet our canines 2 Meet our Felines 3 Adoption Updates 4 Events 5 Thankjou 6 Silent Paws 7 Tip of the Month 8 Stories 9 DOGS DAY OUT J FESTIVAL Stacy and CJ Berry were a great help at the Dogs Day Out Festival. Thank you to everyone who came by our booth. Medical 10 Articles Piper came to visit with her new family. HS Cabarrus Animal Rescue Concord, NC Carol Miller, CJ Berry and Stacy Berry

Meet our canines MICRO - Feist / Chihuahua mix Female - about 1 year old. Spayed Now Hkes attention and gives kisses. Volunteers are always needed for the kennels as CHARO - Chihuahua mix Female, about 6 months old Very friendly. Does not do well with other female dogs. GUS - Chihuahua mix Male, about 5 years old. Neutered Very friendly and a sweet boy. Did you recently adopt a dog? Petco offers group classes and private lessons. Talk to a store partner or dog trainer to see what class is the right fit for you. JUNIOR - Feist / Dachshund mix Male, about 1 year old. Neutered Likes to sit on your lap and give kisses. VICTOR - Feist mix LITTLE MISS SASSY - Shih-Tzu Female - about 2 years old. Very friendly, Ukes cats. Male, between 1-2 years old. Neutered Very people friendly, does well with other dogs. Male a good family pet. Check our web-site for more animals

Issue 63 Page 3 Meet our felines We are in need foster homes for cats and kittens. If interested, please e-mail us at cabarrusanimalrescue@all2easy.net. Check web-site for more kittens. CATS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT PETCO ON BRUTON SMITH BLVD IN CONCORD. APPLICATION FORMS ARE ON TABLE NEXT TO CAT CONDO AND PETCO WILL FAX YOUR APPLICATION TO US. TORTIE - Tortie Female, born around 08/16/16 Playful WILLIAM - DMH Male, born around 07/03/16 Does well with dogs. SOPHIE ^^^H[ H SOPHIE - DSH grey tabby Female, abt 8 months old Friendly, spayed BELL - DLH Female, born around 07/03/16 Does well with dogs. BLANCA- DSH white t Female, abt 6 months old 5a Very friendly and sweet THUNDER - DSH grey tabby Male, born around 08/16/16. TAFFY-DSH torbie Jvi^Female, born around 08/16/16 Loves to snuggle. Light Weight Cat Litter and canned cat food are always needed. Donations can be brought to our facility at 590 Crestmont Drive, Concord, NC. CHECK OUR WEB-SITE FOR MORE CATS THAT MAY BE AVAILABLE AT OUR CAGE FREE CAT FACILITY TANGO

Page 4 Issue 63 ADOPTION UPDATES Venus when adopted Venus, now Aster, has come a long way since I have adopted her and she still has more to go as she is stiu pretty shy. She just marked her birthday as Nov. 1st. That being said we just celebrated her turning one. Thank you for all you do and for bringing this sweet girl into my world. Thank you to everyone who has adopted an animals and given them a new and better life. When you adopt you actually save 2 lives, the life of the animal you adopt which then opens up a space for another animal to be brought in for adoption. If you have adopted an animal from HS CAR we would love an update with a picture on how they are doing in their new home. Madison Grace From being bottle fed To this > To "Look at me now". Madison Grace is doing great.

Issue 63 Page 5 Come join us. Saturdays look for us at Petco, EVENTS On the first and third Saturday of the month adoptions will be held at Petco in Concord (Bruton Smith Blvd) from 10:00am to 4:00pm. On the second and fourth Saturday of the month we will be at Petco in KannapoUs (Roxie Street) from 11am to 6pm. To visit our animal at our kennels, please call 704-701-5441 to make an appointment. CURRENTLY ON HOLD UNTIL WE FIND A NEW COORDINATOR If you LOVE animals and would like to be involved in helping to save lives. Join our Youth Group - Kids ages 8-17 Activities and Events Fund Raisers Adoption Saturdays at Petco Meet once a month Looking for an adult to manage the kids club, if interested contact us at cabarrusanimalrescue@all2easy.net. ' > VOLUNTEERS NEEDED As the HS CAR grows the opportunities for more events also grows. We are in need of more volunteers to help with events, help at the kennels, teaching dogs to walk on a leash or just playing and cuddling with the animals. If you have a passion for animals please consider volunteering, just think how a few hours a week of your time can change an animals life forever. If you would Uke to volunteer, call Karin at 704-701-5441 Help at Fundraisers Clean Kennels Help at Petco on Saturdays clean cat condo at Petco Walk dogs mmjjs^ Also we are in need of a parent who Socialize dogs & cats Play & Cuddle with animals would like to be the Youth Group ^P^l^^^^ Coordinator.

Page 6 Issue 63 Thank you for your support: Brian McDonald Linda Savage Becky Johnson Leigh Ann Filkins Stacy Sapp Shannon Meadows Raquanda White McDonald General Store t?^kz f.ziss^k^ fs^^k^ts^ We would like to thank everyone who has been filling up the food donation bins at our different locations. We can not thank you all enough and this is such a great help. Dry Dog Food Canned Dog Food Dry Cat Food Canned Cat Food Cat Litter Please welcome our new pet food bank coordinator Stacy Berry. We hope to get the pet food bank up and running again. Your donations are greatly appreciated and helps the community.

Issue 63 Page 7 Silent Paws Donations in their memory can be made to HS CAR, R O. Box 6076, Concord, NC. 28027 PET FOOD BANK HS CAR will be collecting unopened and unexpired pet food for our shelter animals and pet food bank. We will also be supplying the Cabarrus Meals on Wheels program with pet food for their cuents. Pet food donations can be dropped off at the following locations as well as our kennels at 590 Crestmont Drive in Concord, NC. (1) Camp Happy Hound Permanent locations for pet food drop off: 995 Warren C. Coleman Blvd, (Hwy 601), Concord, NC. 28025 (2) Foster Animal Clinic, 3805 Concord Parkway N, Concord, NC. 28027 (3) Foster Animal Hospital, 730 Concord Parkway N, Concord, NC. 28027 (4) McDonald General Store, 4575 Hwy 49, Concord, NC 28025 (5) Mt. Pleasant Animal Hospital, 8315 W. FrankUn St ( Hwy 73), Mt. Pleasant, NC. 28124. (6) Whiskers and Paws Vet Wellness CUnic 859 Bradley Street NE, Concord, NC 28025 (7) Grammy"s Attic Resale Store, 9070 E. FrankUn Street (Hwy 73) Mt. Pleasant, NC 28124 OR contact Stacy Berry at cabarrusanimalrescuepetfoodbank@yahoo.com

Page 8 Issue 63 Tip of the Month Petco Positive Dog Training - Bruton Smith Blvd, Concord, NC 28027 Trainer - WaUy Wimmer 704-979-1952 Classes begin weekly, call or come in for details Sundays - Puppy trainer on duty 1pm - 6pm Mondays & Fridays - puppy play time Small breeds - 6pm - 6:30pm Large breeds - 6:30pm - 7pm New class - 5pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays & Saturdays - Customer adviser on duty 12pm - 8pm Fridays - Dog trainer on duty 5pm - 8pm November is here. This time of the year we like to thank all the things that make our life great. We want to give thanks for every thing we have. Among these are our dogs and even though they make our life amazing giving them special treats to show our appreciation can be a bad idea. Dogs are not able to process the spices and seasonings we use in our food. Here are a couple of definitions to help you stay safe this holiday season. First the definition for food anything found in nature as is. This means there's been no alteration to something we find in nature. The second the definition for human food. Any food source that has been altered from its original form. This means if you add any spices, seasonings, sauces or rubs to the food. If you cook it. If you change food from its natural state in any way it becomes human food. During the season of thanks if you want to give your dog a special treat do so before you alter it. And there are some foods even in their natural state that are dangerous for dogs (onions, garlic and chocolate to list a few). But things like green beans, bananas or pumpkin (and not pumpkin pie) are fine even Turkey (uncooked raw) is OK for your dog. Have a great thanksgiving and just keep these guidelines in mind.

Issue 63 Page 9 SIMBA - we need help to save her leg Simba is a little female kitten about 10 weeks old. She was found in the middle of the road and her back let was just dangling. In order to save her leg she needed surgery to re-break the leg and set it with a pin to keep it in place. Simba is doing great but still has a long way to go. Her vet bill is currently at $1,200 and rising as she wiu need follow ups and possibly physical therapy. Donations can be mailed to HS CAR, R O. Box 6076, Concord, NC. 28027 or donations can be made through PayPal cabarrusanimakescue@all2easy.net.

Page 10 Issue 63 Canine Parvovirus Infection in Dogs (Parvo) The canine parvovirus (CPV) Infection is a highly contagious viral illness that affects dogs. The virus manifests itself in two different forms. The more common form is the intestinal form, which is characterized by vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, and lack of appetite (anorexia). The less common form is the cardiac form, which attacks the heart muscles of very young puppies, often leading to death. The majority of cases are seen in puppies that are between six weeks and six months old. The incidence of canine parvovirus infections has been reduced radically by early vaccination in young puppies. Symptoms and Types The major symptoms associated with the intestinal form of a canine parvovirus infection include severe, bloody diarrhea, lettiargy, anorexia, fever, vomiting, and severe weight loss. The intestinal form of CPV affects the body's ability to absorb nutrients, and an affected animal will quickly become dehydrated and weak from lack of protein and fluid absorption. The wet tissue of the mouth and eyes may become noticeably red and the heart may beat too rapidly. When your veterinarian palpates (examine by touch) your dog's abdominal area, your dog may respond with pain or discomfort. Dogs that have contracted CPV may also have a low body temperature (tiypottiermia), rather than a fever. Causes Most cases of CPV infections are caused by a genetic alteration of the original canine parvovirus: the canine parvovirus type 2b. There are a variety of risk factors that can increase a dog's susceptibility to the disease, but mainly, the virus is transmitted either by direct contact with an infected dog, or indirectly, by the fecal-oral route. Heavy concentrations of the virus are found in an infected dog's stool, so when a healthy dog sniffs an infected dog's stool, it will contract the disease. The virus can also be brought into a dog's environment by way of shoes that have come into contact with infected feces. There is evidence that the virus can live in ground soil for up to a year. It is resistant to most cleaning products, or even to weather changes. If you suspect that you have come into contact with feces at all, you will need to wash the affected area with household bleach, the only disinfectant known to kill the virus. Improper vaccination protocol and vaccination failure can also lead to a CPV infection. Breeding kennels and dog shelters that hold a large number of inadequately vaccinated puppies are particularly hazardous places. For unknown reasons, certain dog breeds, such as Rottweilers. Doberman Pinschers. Pit Bulls, Labrador Retrievers, German Shepherds. English Springer Spaniels, and Alaskan sled dogs, are particularly vulnerable to the disease. Diseases or drug therapies that suppress the normal response of the immune system may also increase the likelihood of infection.

Issue 63 Page 11 Diagnose CPV is diagnosed with a physical examination, biochemical tests, urine analysis, abdominal radiographs, and abdominal ultrasounds. A chemical blood profile and a complete blood cell count will also be performed. Low white blood cell levels are indicative of CPV infection, especially in association with bloody stools. Biochemical and urine analysis may reveal elevated liver enzymes, lymphopenia, and electrolyte imbalances. Abdominal radiograph imaging may show intestinal obstruction, while an abdominal ultrasound may reveal enlarged lymph nodes in the groin, or throughout the body, and fluid-filled intestinal segments. You will need to give a thorough history of your pet's health, recent activities, and onset of symptoms. If you can gather a sample of your dog's stool, or vomit, your veterinarian will be able to use these samples for microscopic detection of the virus. Treatment Since the disease is a viral infection, there is no real cure for it. Treatment is focused on curing the symptoms and preventing secondary bacterial infections. Intensive therapy and system support are the key to recovery. Intravenous fluid and nutrition therapy is crucial in maintaining a dog's normal body fluid after severe diarrhea and dehydration, and protein and electrolyte levels will be monitored and regulated as necessary. Medications that may be used in the treatment include drugs to curb vomiting (antiemetics), H2 Blockers to reduce nausea, antibiotics, and anthelmintics to fight parasites. The survival rate in dogs is about 70 percent, but death may sometimes result from severe dehydration, a severe secondary bacterial infection, bacterial toxins in the blood, or a severe intestinal hemorrhage. Prognosis is lower for puppies, since they have a less developed immune system.. It is common for a puppy that is infected with CPV to suffer shock, and sudden death. Living and Management Even after your dog has recovered from a CPV infection, it will still have a weakened immune system, and will be susceptible to other illnesses. Talk to your veterinarian about ways by which you can boost your dog's immune system,. A diet that is easily digested will be best for your dog while it is recovering. Your dog will also continue to be a contagion risk to other dogs for at least two months after the initial recovery. You will need to isolate your dog from other dogs for a period of time, and you may want to tell neighbors who have dogs that they will need to have their own pets tested. Wash all of the objects your dog uses (e.g., dishes, crate, kennel, toys) with non-toxic cleaners. Recovery comes with long-term immunity against the parvovirus, but it is no guarantee that your pet will not be infected with the virus again. Prevention The best prevention you can take against CPV infection is to follow the correct protocol for vaccination. Young puppies should be vaccinated at six, nine, and twelve weeks, and should not be socialized with outside dogs until at least two weeks after their last vaccinations. High-risk breeds may require a longer initial vaccination period of up to 22 weeks.

HS CABARRUS ANIMAL Mailing Address: P. 0. Box 6076 Concord, KC. 28027 Location: 590 Crestmont Drive Concord, KC. 28025 Email: caharrusammalrescue@all2easy. net Phone #- 704-701-5441 Fax# - 704-436-2015 RESCUE Mission Statement The mission of HS CAR is to rescue homeless and surrendered pets and find new homes for them. Promote spaying/neutering of all pets. Educate the public and promote good pet ownership. Monthly Meetings: Monthly meetings are held the firsttuesday of each month at the Senior Citizens Center, 331 Corban Ave, Concord, NC starting at 6:30pm. This meeting is open to the public, please join us. We're on the Web: www.cabarrusanimalrescue.org Don't forget to "LIKE" us on facebook Cabarrus Spay/Neuter Clinic 413 Church Street Concord, NC. 28025 704-784-6304 www. c ab ar r ussp ay neuter, org If you have any stories or pictures you would like to share mail to Carol Miller HS Cabarrus Animal Rescue P. O. Box 6076, Concord, NC. 28027 or email it to: cabarrusanimalrescue@all2easy.net The HS Cabarrus Animal Rescue relies solely on memberships, contributions and adoption fees to care for our animals. Whatever you can give is greatly appreciated. Please select appropriate Membership category: Single-$20 Couples ~ $30 Household ~ $30 (12 years of age and up: (voting privilege begins at age 18) Corporate ~ $50 Please consider a donation above your membership amount. Thank you! Amount $ In honor of In memory of Include your e-mail address if you would like to be on our e-mail list. Donation can be mailed to: HS Cabarrus Animal Rescue, P. O. Box 6076, Concord, NC. 28027 Or made with PAY PAL on our Web-site, go to Donations & cuck on the Donate button