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J u n e 2 0 0 6 | Vo l u m e 3 I s s u e 6
The Cocker Spaniel
Schutzhund Training
Walking Down the Aisle with Fido
Debunking Common Canine Myths
Protecting Family Pets During Domestic Abuse In-F
F ocus Photography
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Publisher’s Letter If your dog is 13 years old (in humane years), is he really 91 years old in dog years? Is the
grass your dog eating merely for taste or is it his form of Pepto-Bismol®? When Fido cow-
ers behind the couch, does he really know why you're unhappy? There are dozens of myths,
or in other words, legends that we as dog lovers either want to believe or simply can't deny.
Yet at the end of the day, they are still myths. Flip over to page 18 as we debunk some of
the most popular myths found in the canine world.
When planning your wedding, did you ever think of adding Fido to the guest list? If you had,
you may have thought how simple of a task it would be to arrange for Fido to walk down
the aisle… but you'd be wrong. Keri Weyenberg, a longtime editorial contributor to Fetch
Magazine walked down the aisle last year and from day one Fido was part of the planning
process. How did it end up? You'll just have to read the story on page 14 to find out.
Finally, by now you've noticed the newest member of our family to the left. Ethan was born
on April 20th and is the best little brother to Ella… and the dogs! For those of you who find
yourselves in similar situations - adding a family member to a dog's habitat - you'll find
upcoming articles with suggestions on making the home welcome to all.
Joseph & Jennifer Kojis
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TA B L E
June 2006
Volume 3, Issue 6
CO N T E N T S
Publisher
F EATURES
Joseph Kojis
Design and Production
Jennifer Kojis
Contributing Writers
Helena Buettner
Jamie Klinger-Krebs
Emily Refermat
6 Pawprints Across Your Heart Now Open
Marie Tubbin
Keri Weyenberg 12 5th Annual K9 Carnival for Charity
Training Bits
Patti Muraczewski
For Pet’s Sake Dog Training
13 Rally Seminar in Sheboygan
Ask the Vet
University of Wisconisn Madison
14 Groom, Bride & Canine
School of Veterinary Medicine
The Legal Beagle
18 Debunking Common Canine Myths
Megan Senatori
DeWitt, Ross & Stevens, S.C. 20 The Cocker Spaniel
Contributing Photographer
Stephanie Bartz 22 Schutzhund Training
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"Pawprints Across
"I wanted to create when pet parents bring in their "children"
a shopping expe- I get to be a part of the pampering process.
rience that would It's a lot more pleasant than crunching
Your Heart"
be fun and would numbers all day! Plus, I have years of
allow me to do experience in pampering pooches. My
what I love: two Miniature schnauzers, Rosie and
pamper pets!" Farley, were my main inspiration."
says Jeannette
Pet Boutique Adds a New Dimension
Jacobe, proprietor of Pawprints Across Gifts for Pets and the Hearts They
to the Downtown Greendale Shopping
Your Heart. "Our pets are like children Touch
Experience
with fur. They're part of the family and
deserve all the love we can give." Gift ideas abound for dogs, cats, and
Whoever said money can't buy happiness
their "moms" & "dads." Fox & Hounds
just didn't know where to shop! There's
Jeannette was born and raised in Swarovski® crystal collars, Happy
a new pet boutique in the heart of historic
Milwaukee and worked as a CPA after Trails pet strollers, and ChromeBones
downtown Greendale that's guaranteed
earning a degree from Marquette bracelets & pendants are just a few of
to put a smile on your face. Pawprints
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Across Your Heart welcomes you and
Jeannette explains, "I realized that eyewear, Cain & Able bath & spa products,
your pets to browse and enjoy the
people in our area were searching for a and Merrick dog & cat food will help
widest selection of canine and kitty couture
variety of pet pampering products and keep pets healthy and happy. Pet acces-
in the metro Milwaukee area.
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pet supply stores. The bonus for me is that adorable clothing items, and the one of
a kind Puppy Purse bring new zing and
bling to the daily task of walking your
four-legged family member. And of
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for pets and their parents to enjoy
together… well, just make sure you grab
the human-grade treats for yourself!
Pawprints Across Your Heart is easy to
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downtown Greendale area. Located at
5686 Broad Street, the store is near
Gazebo Park where pets and their
humans can try out that new designer
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Ask the
leading to kidney failure. If your dog has resource for pet owners, both through veteri-
had kidney problems, aspirin may not be nary care of animals with complicated medical
a good idea. conditions, and through advancements in vet-
VET
erinary medical care. It also serves as a train-
ing ground for the veterinarians of the future,
In the gastro-intestinal tract, COX helps providing solid groundwork for their careers.
protect the inner layer of the stomach For more information on the UW-Madison
against the acidity of the gastric juices. School of Veterinary Medicine, please click
Continued use of aspirin can predispose over to www.vetmed.wisc.edu.
Q
Question: Are there certain instances
when I should not administer
aspirin to my dog?
to gastric ulcerations. (And remember
that heartburn is not easy to recognize in
dogs -- often ulcerative gastritis will be
A
Answer: Well, this is a very interesting
question. Especially because more often
severe before you notice that something
is "just not right with Buddy"). In addition,
the "blood thinning" effect will increase
than not aspirin should not be adminis-
bleeding from any potential ulcer, adding
tered to dogs. In other words, there are
blood loss to the gastric problem. This
more circumstances when you should not
brings up an interesting difference
give your dog aspirin, than there are
between dogs and humans that's worth
when you should.
mentioning.
But, instead of just saying "ask your vet-
We know many adults who take their
erinarian" let me explain why. Aspirin,
daily dose of aspirin as a "blood thinner"
like most medications, can cause serious
to help prevent coronary disease and
side effects. It is only safe when given in the
heart attacks. Well, while aspirin is also
correct dosage, at the appropriate intervals
a "blood thinner" in dogs (it impairs the
and when there is a clear a medical indi-
appropriate function of platelets which
cation. To have a clear medical indication
are primarily responsible for sealing
means that an educated person (your vet-
small blood vessel defects), dogs do not
erinarian) has established that, given the
have coronary disease. More often than
patient's condition, the benefits of adminis-
dying of myocardial infarctation (the
tering aspirin outweigh the risks.
common coronary-related "heart attack"
in humans), we will see dogs dying of
Aspirin can be used in the treatment of
bleeding disorders. And aspirin can certainly
thromboembolic diseases (cats with car-
aggravate some bleeding conditions.
diomyopathy, dogs with pulmonary
artery disease secondary to heartworm
Therefore, if you were thinking of giving
infestation and dogs and cats in
aspirin to your dog as a blood thinner,
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulopathy,
think again! You may be doing much
or DIC). It can also be used as an anti-
more harm than good.
inflammatory and mild painkiller in con-
ditions such as arthritis. But aspirin is
Dogs are not four-legged people. They
not an "innocent" supplement.
are different from us (that's their beauty)!
Our food is not the best way to feed them,
Also known as acetylsalicylic acid, aspirin
our supplements are not necessarily
inhibits a multifunctional enzyme
good for them, and our medicines can be
(cyclooxygenase, or COX for short),
very dangerous.
which, among other important normal
functions, is responsible for the synthesis
Now, go on, take your aspirin… and give
of potent pro-inflammatory factors (such
your dog a nice milk bone! And in case
as prostaglandins). As a result of this
you are still thinking you might want to
anti-inflammatory action, aspirin is
give him/her some of your own meds,
often used to control pain and fever.
please call your vet. Those aspirins, for
the wrong reason, on the wrong day and
However, like a coin with two sides, COX
especially at the wrong dose, may seriously
function is not always detrimental or
jeopardize your dog's health …and cost
associated with excessive inflammation.
you a lot in veterinary medical bills.
This enzyme is also a "house keeper,"
involved in normal kidney and gastro- Maria L.E. Faria, DVM, PhD
intestinal function, as well as in blood Small Animal Surgery Resident
clotting. In the kidneys, COX is required
for normal function. Drugs that interfere The University of Wisconsin-Madison School
with its activity may damage the kidneys, of Veterinary Medicine is one of only 28 vet-
erinary medical schools in the nation. It is a
Training
arrives at the door. At this
point the dog is out of control
and the person on the other
Bits
side of the door may be seen
as an intruder. If the dog is
territorial, a bite could follow.
To prevent this scenario,
teaching the dog a wait com-
Bite Prevention and Your Dog mand at the door is very
important. This should be
During the summer months dog bites taught with a leash or long
usually increase. For that reason the U.S. line on the dog. As the owner
Postal Service sponsors a bite prevention starts to open the door, the
week during the month of May every command "Wait" is given to
year. Too often dog owners feel if their dog the dog. If the dog tries to go
has never bitten that this isn't a concern through the door, the owner
for them. But actually it is a concern for all can block the dog with the
dog owners. As the saying goes, it is better door. When the dog stops try-
to be safe than sorry especially when a Supervising dogs with children is a must.
ing to go through the door the
bite could mean the end of a dog's life. owner should give praise or a reward. time they turn twelve. Sometimes this
Sometimes I even have the person on the means putting the dog in another room
So what as a dog owner can you do? other side of the door throw a few treats or a cage when people first arrive if you
in toward the dog. This can reduce the are unable to supervise the situation. A
Statistically dogs that are spayed or dog's level of protectiveness. good resource for dog owners and parents
neutered are three times less likely to is www.doggonesafe.com where you can
bite. Altered pets are often calmer and Along with the "wait," a good "off" command receive more tips.
healthier. Female dogs in season can be should be taught so the dog doesn't jump
"moody" in their behavior and can go into on the door or the people who come If you have a dog that is tied out, check
false pregnancies, which can lead to through the door. This is often accomplished to make sure the line is dependable and
resource guarding. by keeping a leash on the dog when people not in the path of visitors coming to your
arrive. Once a dog knows what the com- door. If you have a fenced yard, attach a
mand means it can be used as a lock to the gate so non-family members
reminder command. This means that I can't wander in and the dog won't be able
remind the dog to stay off by giving the to flip the latch open. Also replace faulty
command as the people approach even screens on doors or windows so the dog
before the dog jumps. Another way to can not slip through them.
handle this is to teach the dog a sit command
when people come through the door. All dogs can benefit from a good training
program. So enroll your dog in classes to
A well-socialized dog is also less likely to learn basic commands and if your dog
react negatively to new situations. has those mastered move on to some
Socializing is ideally done when the dog other fun courses like trick training or
is young but should be continued agility.
throughout the duration of the dog's life.
When exposing a dog to new experiences The summer months can be more enjoyable
it is important to make them non-threat- and safer for all by following these tips.
ening and positive. Events like parades
and fireworks certainly do not fall into Patti Muraczewski is a certified pet dog
trainer who has been instructing dog owners
this category. Good trainers use the motto
for over 25 years. She teaches the course
"Have treats will travel." However the dog's "Man's Best Friend Made Better" at WCTC.
reward shouldn't be limited to treats. Her school "For Pet's Sake" features training
Anything the dog perceives as a good thing for practical obedience, show obedience and
can be used. This means that you have canine sports.
Teaching a dog to do a sit stay or a mannerly wait can
treats or toys or some type of reward
be a lifesaver. handy when you take your dog on an
adventure so relaxed responses can be
Door dashing can lead to dogs getting out rewarded with food, play and/or praise.
of the house and running loose. More
common is the dog that bolts out of the Supervise your dog especially when children
door when a delivery person or visitor are around. Unfortunately half of all
children will be bitten by a dog by the
8 Fetch Magazine | June 2006
The found that 70% of pet owners taking the orders in domestic abuse cases. The law
Legal Beagle
survey considered their pets as their is the first of its kind in the country
children. Another poll revealed that because it includes both human and animal
more than half of pet owners would pre- victims of domestic abuse in protection
The Missing Link: fer a dog or cat to a human if stranded on orders. A batterer who violates a protection
Maine Becomes First State to Include a deserted island! order by harming either the victim or the
Pets in Domestic Abuse Protection Orders victim’s pet is exposed to penalties,
How Do Pets Become Victims of including not only fines, but also jail
A 1995 survey of 72 women seeking Domestic Abuse? time.
refuge in domestic abuse shelters in
Wisconsin found that 86% had pets and A recent case in Oregon, Wisconsin, pro- Advocates say that the most important
in 80% of the cases the batterer had vides troubling insight into the way that component of the new law is that it
abused the pets. See P. Arkow, The pets become victims of domestic abuse. enables domestic abuse victims the
Relationship Between Animal Abuse and Rickey C. Hynes admits that on March opportunity to leave their abuser by provid-
Other Forms of Family Violence, 12 11, 2006, he took his family's two dogs to ing for the safety of the victim's pets. At
Family Violence and Sexual Assault a friend's farm and shot them after they the hearings regarding the legislation,
Bulletin 29 (1996). Although research had defended his wife by coming after numerous victims recounted stories of
confirms the risk that a batterer poses to him during a domestic dispute in their the years of abuse they endured because
the safety and well-being of family pets, home. Both dogs, pit bull mixes, were they did not have the heart to leave their
until recently, no state included pets killed. Hynes now faces criminal charges beloved pets behind. Governor Baldacci
within domestic abuse protection orders. for felony animal mistreatment, intimi- says that it was these stories that garnered
Maine changed all that. dating a victim, and disorderly conduct his support for the legislation to "remove
in Dane County Circuit Court. another tool for emotional and physical
This month's Legal Beagle discusses the violence used by the abuser to exert
role of pets in family violence and what Why Do Pets Become Victims of power and control over their victims."
one state recently did to protect pets Domestic Abuse?
from domestic abuse. Hopefully Maine’s The legislation has earned national
actions will set an example for more It is precisely because of the cherished attention because although the link
states to follow. role that many pets have in their human between family violence and pet abuse is
family that batterers target the pet in a well-documented, as a society, we are
Pets as Members of the Family domestically abusive household. Abuse generally unaware of it.
of the family pet serves as an important
According to the American Veterinary and unforgettable lesson to the victim Conclusion
Medical Association, approximately 60% and children of their vulnerability at the
of Americans share their household with hands of the batterer. Studies show that Wisconsin is one of the remaining 49
at least one pet. In many homes, pets are batterers routinely abuse pets to teach states that do not specifically recognize
viewed as full-fledged members of the submission, to keep secrets, to punish the role of pets in domestic abuse by
family. A study conducted by the the victim, and to coerce the victim to stay. including pets within protection orders.
American Animal Hospital Association Perhaps following Maine's footsteps, and
Unfortunately, the batterer's cruelty works. with the support of informed citizens
Three separate studies have documented who understand the role of pets in
that from 18% to 40% of women seeking domestic abuse, Wisconsin will be the
shelter at a crisis center report that concern next state to lead the nation by passing
for the well-being of a pet prevented this important legislation. Our pets, and
them from seeking shelter sooner, in the families that love them, deserve it.
some cases for more than two months.
Megan A. Senatori practices civil litigation
Although pets are considered members at DeWitt Ross & Stevens, S.C. in Madison.
She teaches courses in animal law at the
of the family, and research documents
University of Wisconsin Law School and
the role of pets in domestic abuse, until Marquette University Law School. Megan is
March 31, 2006, no state recognized pets also Co-Founder and President of Wisconsin
as victims of domestic abuse by including United for Furry Friends, Inc. ("WUFF"), a
them in protection orders. non-profit animal welfare organization dedi-
cated to recognizing the link between family
violence and animal abuse. www.wuffinfo.org.
Maine's First-in-the-Nation Approach
to Protecting Pets from Domestic
Abuse
On March 31, 2006, Maine's governor,
John Baldacci, signed a bill into law that
allows animals to be included in protection
10 Fetch Magazine | June 20065th Annual K9 Carnival for Charity! It's another dog-gone event for a great cause! Amiable Dog Training is once again hosting the annual K9 Carnival for Charity on Sunday, June 11! This year's event will honor WUFF: Wisconsin United for Furry Friends. WUFF, a non-profit organization located in Wisconsin, addresses the link between family violence and pet abuse and is responsible for providing temporary care and housing for pets of abuse victims. All proceeds from the Carnival will benefit this organization. Please check out the Web site- http://www.wuffinfo.org/-for further information. Each year, Amiable Dog Training chooses a new charity as the recipient of donations raised by pet-friendly vendors and a small per-dog fee. This year, event organizers are requesting a $3 per-dog fee. Rain or shine, attendees will be able to participate in fun dog-related games and try out the agility equipment. Able the Dancing Dog, music and raffle prizes from vendors, including a chance to win a day of cruising on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle, will round out this day of fundraising! K9 Carnival is celebrating its 5th year thanks to Amiable Dog Training Director, Amy Ammen. "We've always had fantastic community support for the Carnival, and I'm happy to be hosting it this year for WUFF!" Ammen said. Join us Sunday, June 11th from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Amiable Dog Training's Brookfield location at 3445 N. 124th Street to raise money for a good cause and enjoy a day of fun!
Sheboygan Dog Training Club hosts an AKC Rally Seminar The Sheboygan Dog Training Club is hosting a Rally Seminar with AKC Judge Anna Lorenz. This is a working seminar that will focus on the general description and explanation of the basic principles and requirements of the sport of Rally. There will be an explanation of the signs and symbols with training and execution of the stations. All three levels of competition will be dis- cussed explaining the differences, require- ments and procedures. Participants will be running actual courses at all three levels. Everyone will get the AKC Regulations pertaining to Rally Competition. Seminar will also focus on: - Training and execution of stations in Rally - Rally Ring Procedure and the handling allowed in each level - Running courses at all 3 levels and course map reading - AKC Regulations pertaining to Rally Competition - Addressing which classes to enter and the requirements to earn AKC Rally titles - Equipment required and Stewarding Having Fun with your dog! Anna has judged over 2000 Rally entries and has earned titles in Rally at all three levels and continues to actively compete in Rally, Obedience and Conformation. This seminar will be held at the Sheboygan Dog Training grounds (4802 Najacht Road, Sheboygan, WI) on Saturday, June 24 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. The cost for this extremely compre- hensive and essential seminar is only $50.00 and includes your lunch. All well-behaved and healthy dogs are welcome. Dogs should be at the beginner obedience level. Only one dog per handler. Do not miss this opportunity to learn the ins and outs of one of the most popular dog activities. For further information go to SDTClub.com for a registration form or contact dogsinn@msn.com with any questions.
Something new, something old, something borrowed and
something with four legs. We did our research right from the start. they had to be non-toxic, non-choking
We knew our dogs would love the crowd and able to with standing a little doggy
and the excitement. We want them to be abuse. We settled on matching ribbons to
as joyous as we were, so if they would in be removed after the ceremony.
any way be unhappy, it just wasn't worth
it. Our dogs are also fairly well behaved, We even did the recommended pre-day
jumping on the guests or knocking over run with the dogs, just to make sure they
children wasn't going to be an issue. were familiar with the surroundings
Since we were having a small affair, we before the big day. We sat under the
knew our guests shouldn't be bothered giant pine trees where in less than twenty-
by the canine presence. Guests we fours hours we would pledge our love for-
thought could have an issue, such as my ever. As we cuddled with our pooches we
best friend's allergic boyfriend, we notified couldn't help but notice how our usually
in advance. snuggly pups were turning into squiggly
nightmares. Then we saw the culprits.
While most people were supportive, Squirrels, everywhere. We planned on
some were not. We just learned to accept everything but overlooked the obvious.
it, some will get it others won't. Usually Our dream was shattered. Oh sure, the
it because they have a preplanned idea of dogs could still be contained during the
what a wedding should be and it definitely services and a couple of barks could be
didn't include anyone with that much hair. expected when one considers the compa-
ny. But while I previously mentioned the
Once that was done we were on to the Golden Retriever, we had also acquired a
next step, where to have our blessed beagle and to anyone whoever has heard
union. I would highly recommend doing a hound on the hunt, you understand the
My husband to be and I knew exactly what
this well in advance, as these places are decibel level I'm speaking of. We wouldn't
we wanted for our pending nuptials. We
not easy to come by. Most churches or have been able to perform the services
saw ourselves exchanging vows under a
other religious sites were a no go. We with a megaphone.
beautiful October sky, surrounded by our
finally found a converted farm that could
family, our friends and our dogs. Yes, I said
host the ceremony and reception and So, we bailed. While we weren't able to
our dogs. Hey, it's not like we planned on
they didn't blink an eye when I mentioned actually have our pets in attendance, it
dressing them up in a tux and gown or
our dogs. Since the wedding was out of was wonderful returning to them at our
anything. On one of the most important
town by my future in-laws, we were also hotel at the end of the day. Would I rec-
days of our lives, and one so linked with
lucky enough to find a hotel that would ommend any other engaged couples to
love and family, why wouldn't we want
suit all our guests and welcome our dogs. attempt such a feat? Absolutely! Dogs
our furry family members there?
Double score. are a living example of wedding vows;
they love us completely, for richer or
I'd also like to point out, that while this
Now the tough part was to find someone poorer in sickness and in health. Just be
may sound crazy to some, we were actually
to be responsible for the dogs that day. prepared for the unexpected antics a
part of a growing trend. As couples look
They would need to be walked down the canine companion can bring and to case
to personalize their ceremony, they're
aisle, sat with, and later fed and cleaned your nuptial site for any bushy-tailed
including their companion animals. In
up after. The farm had a separate building rodents ahead of time.
addition to being an ever increasingly
that the dogs could be kenneled in while
important member of the family, pets Keri Weyenberg has spent her life surrounded
everyone enjoyed their meal sans relentless
often are an emotional statement. by the joy of companion animals. She's
begging; I never said the pups were perfect.
Perhaps he was the groom's best friend worked, volunteered and educated others to
We were obviously going to be occupied provide a better life for pets and their people.
growing up, a first pet for the new couple,
and needed someone who wouldn't mind She now spends her days writing and spending
or as in our case, symbolized a significant
being pulled away from the festivities. time in the company of her friends and family,
milestone in a relationship. On our first
My groom's family has several older children both with and without fur.
date when my future husband walked in
that were delighted being dog wranglers
the door my Golden Retriever all but
for the day.
mauled him and his nice black sweater.
When he crawled on the floor to give her
So we thought we had it all. We even
a proper tummy rub, I knew he was the
worked a little extra on obedience to
man for me.
make sure things would be perfect. We
14 Fetch Magazine | June 2006 had carefully chosen their costumes;16 Fetch Magazine | June 2006
2006 June | Fetch Magazine 17
Who all look alike, but they do look different
from red and different from shades of
bacteria that can cause serious infections.
But, according to the experts, don't let
knew?
blues and purples. The simple explanation this stop you from letting your dog give
of why a dog sees these colors differently you a kiss. As long as vaccines are current
is because the retinas in human eyes and owners practice good internal and
have three types of color receptors called external parasite control, you should
cones. Each cone type is sensitive to light have no fear in contracting an infection
Many things you thought you knew of a narrow limit. Humans have three from a dog's kiss.
about your dog really aren't true. "cone lines" of communication which run
to the visual part of the brain. In dogs False: Dogs eat grass when their stom-
Have you ever been told that one dog there are only two types of cones, so achs are upset
year is equal to seven human years? Or there are fewer bases for comparison by
how about dogs are color blind? Or better the brain. In short, dog color vision is Dogs do not eat grass as a natural laxative
yet, a dog's mouth is cleaner than a human's more accurately described as "color-limited" or to make themselves sick as many of us
mouth? As it turns out many of these so- rather than "color-blind." have always believed. Since we humans
called-facts are more like urban legend always feel a need to understand canine
than actual truths. Following are a handful False: A dog's mouth is cleaner than a behavior, this misconception has often
of common misconceptions according to human's been attached with dogs eating grass
Dr. Marty Becker, a popular veterinary since dogs are more likely to vomit after
contributor for ABC's "Good Morning Though we've been told a dog's mouth is consuming grass. Many experts believe
America" and host of ''Top Vets Talk cleaner than a human's for as long as that dogs simply eat grass for one reason,
Pets'' on www.healthradionetwork.com, many of us can remember, it turns out because it tastes good to them. Vomiting
as well as some additional experts. this too is more of an urban legend. is just a reaction that may follow eating
Though a dog's mouth is somewhat sterile too much grass or grass becoming stuck
False: One dog year is equal to seven and does kill some bacteria and was once in the throat causing a gag reflex.
human years believed to have healing properties, it
also contains its own exotic cornucopia of
How many times have you been told that
one dog year is equal to seven human
years? As it turns out, there is no exact
formula for canine aging; it all depends
on the breed and size of a dog. Though it
is true that dogs age much faster than
people, seven human years to one dog's
year isn't entirely accurate. On average
the first year of a dog's life equals about
16 human years. At two years of age,
dogs are more like a 24-year-old human
and at age three they're about the equiv-
alent of a 30-year-old human. Large
breed dogs also age much faster than
small dogs, but the average life span for
most dogs is about thirteen years.
False: Dogs are color blind
Whoever came up with the idea that dogs
are colorblind? Dogs do in fact see color,
just not in the same spectrum as humans
do. The idea of dogs being colorblind
became a myth in the late 1980's after a
definitive set of experiments was conducted
at the University of California, Santa
Barbara. These studies showed that dogs
do see color, but in a much more limited
range than humans. As humans, we see
a rainbow of colors such as violet, indigo,
blue, green, yellow, orange and red. For
dogs the colors green, yellow and orange
18 Fetch Magazine | June 2006False: Dogs feel guilty when they did
something wrong
Though we all want to believe that our
dogs know when they've done something
wrong and feel bad about it, the truth is
they're more likely reacting to our
human emotions. When we show a dog
our displeasure over bad behavior he
may drop his ears and stop wagging his
tail, but scientists say these actions are
more attributed to fear and submission
rather than actually knowing he did
something wrong. In short, if your dog
senses you are displeased with something,
he is most likely reacting to your actions
and doesn't really understand he did
something wrong.
Not-so-false: Dogs understand what we
are saying
Though many people believe that dogs
really don't understand human speech,
this has been proven false in recent
years. According to a Journal of Science
study, dogs can comprehend human
speech. The test subject for this study
was Rico, a border collie, who knows the
names of more than 200 toys and fetches
them on command. Veterinary Economics
magazine points out that Rico demon-
strates the verbal understanding that's
about the level of a 3-year-old toddler.
Jamie Klinger-Krebs is a freelance writer
who lives in Jefferson County and writes the
monthly column "Pet Talk" on www.gmtoday.com.
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us.BREED PROFILE:
The Cocker Spaniel
A compact, sweet Their genial disposition extends to all
animals in a family, causing them to
natured wagger even befriend other pets not of the canine
persuasion.
For those lucky enough to have seen
Disney's "Lady and the Tramp," it's easy Older dogs need less exercise
to see why the beautiful and good- One caution Baumann makes is to real-
natured Lady would inspire a story. A istically evaluate how energetic you are.
pedigreed Cocker Spaniel, she shows many "Anyone interested in adopting a dog
qualities in the film the breed is known needs to realize that young dogs can be
for such as an affectionate personality, very active," she says. If they do not have
intelligence and even a little of that a fenced yard and [aren't] willing to go
hunting spirit from her canine ancestry. out and play with the dog everyday or
walk a couple of miles the younger dogs
History of a hunter are not for them. They should consider a
Labeled the smallest of the sporting dog that is at least 5-6 years old."
dogs, the Cocker Spaniel (officially called
the American Cocker Spaniel) is originally grooming every 6 to 8 weeks, even for a
believed to be from Spain, according to a family pet. "Cockers are a high maintenance
book by Evelyn Miller titled How to breed," says Heidi Braun-Volkmann of
Raise and Train Your Cocker Spaniel. Wisconsin Cocker Rescue.
Used by hunters, the cocker spaniel
would sneak up on wild game, especially Also many cocker spaniels still have
the woodcock bird, while the hunter their tails docked (a portion of the tail
came from the other side. The canine removed) at a very early age. This was
would assume a "pointing" stance; nose done early on because it was thought to
out stretched, back straight and tail hor- assist the dogs while hunting, although
izontal, wagging wildly. This signaled today the practice is hotly debated.
the hunter, who threw his net (before
guns) while the cocker flushed out the A family orientated canine
animal. The smaller the dog, the closer Known for being devoted, the cocker
she could sneak up on her prey. Today of spaniel craves companionship. "Cockers
course, the breed is suited for sport and are happy dogs who love to be with their
family life. humans," says Baumann. "They can be
so underfoot sometimes, they can drive
Small and silky you crazy," she adds fondly. Choosing to adopt an older dog comes
The cocker spaniel measures 14 to 15 with added benefits. Adults are usually
inches tall and weighs 15 to 30 pounds. They fit well into a family, especially less destructive (no puppy stages) and
"They are small enough that they can fit when raised with children and participating often housebroken. When meeting older
in almost anywhere but big enough that in dog behavior classes. "No one likes an dogs you can learn their personalities,
you know you have a dog," says Elaine unruly animal around," adds Braun- which is more difficult with puppies.
Baumann head of the Shorewood Cocker Volkmann.
Rescue. "I always say that they are big "Our main goal is to find the dogs a home
dogs in little bodies." for the remainder of their lives," says
Braun-Volkmann about the rescue, "and
This makes them a nice size for apartments to educate the public that an adult dog is
or modest back yards, as long as they are at times better than a puppy." Very few
well exercised. puppies come into the rescue; it's mostly
mature canines who need the homes.
With long ears hanging from a rounded
skull, the spaniel has a distinct look. The Unsurprisingly Baumann is also a rescue
coat is silky, flat and slightly wavy with dog advocate, insisting that not all cockers
medium length hair. Shedding is described at a rescue have 'problems.' "This is the
as average. Frequent combing is strongly most frustrating fallacy that we have to
recommended along with professional overcome," she says. "The majority of
dogs that come into rescue come through
20 Fetch Magazine | June 2006no fault of their own. Many are strays after she retired from her job at a
whose irresponsible owners did not keep Fortune 500 company.
contained. We get a number of dogs each
year because of the death of their owner For her it's not just about saving lives,
or because the owner could not afford which is the main concern of any rescue,
their care." but about the wonderful people that
adopt a rescued dog, especially those
Braun-Volkmann agrees saying, "some- Baumann refers to as "hardship" dogs.
times things happen in life that no one "These are people who have taken in and
knows is going to happen - divorce, death, loved those dogs who were quite elderly
life changes, loss of their job, etc., and the or blind or deaf, even three legged. These
family has to give up their pet." are the dogs who will always have a special
place in my heart and these are the people
And this is why Cocker Spaniels are lucky who truly rescued a dog."
to have Baumann and Braun-Volkmann
and many others at Shorewood Cocker With soulful eyes and a mid-sized, cuddly
Rescue and Wisconsin Cocker Rescue body, the cocker spaniel exemplifies a
working together. "Egos are set aside," caring companion. Whether she's with
says Braun-Volkmann, "the bottom line you in the woods hunting wild game,
is the dog - trying to get the right home with you parading around the show ring
for them. or curled in a bundle next to you on the
couch, there's a little pedigreed "Lady" in
"We will refer adopters," agrees all cockers.
Baumann, "and in addition, and most
importantly, we are able to share infor- Emily Refermat has written about and loved
mation we have gained through our indi- dogs all her life. As a child, she read her stories
to Aurora, a protective standard Schnauzer.
vidual experiences."
Now, Refermat writes for a living, reading
her articles to her husband, two cats, and
The organizations are even co-locating Siberian Husky/Collie mix named Maya.
an event on September 9, which will benefit
an Illinois Cocker rescue as well. It's
known as the third annual Wigglebutt
Walk (can you guess why?). The walk
will take place in Kansasville, WI, to
earn money for veterinary services and
other expenses for the adoption services
of cocker spaniels in need of forever
homes. Information is available on their
websites, www.cockerrescue.net/ and
www.geocities.com/WiCockerRescue/
respectively. Adoption applications, testimo-
nials and cocker orphans are also online.
Winning hearts
Raised with cockers and an active member
of various dog organizations, Braun-
Volkmann knows the breed and encourages
people to talk to breeders about their dogs.
"See what they look like as adults," she says,
before buying. Why are cockers her choice?
"I like their willingness to please, sweet
personalities, and gorgeous eye expres-
sions," she admits. "I love the breed."
Baumann began her journey with
Cocker Spaniels while volunteering at
the Humane Society. She felt many of the
dogs would have had a better opportunity
for adoption if handled by someone who
knew specifically about the breed. She
became President of the rescue shortly
2006 June | Fetch Magazine 21SCHUTZHUND:
THE DOG TRIATHLON
"It is very addictive and there is no 12 desirable for any German Shepherd to
step program. It takes a lot of effort and have what are called "pink papers"
a lot of time. The people that you train which are only given to dogs with a
with tend to become your family because Schutzhund or herding title.
you spend so much time together. It is
not a sport for dabblers." This is the Schutzhund is open to all breeds, including
warning Donna Gauvin gives to anyone mixes, but some, such as German
new to the dog sport of Schutzhund, Shepherds, Rottweilers, Giant Schnauzers,
which she has participated in since 1980. and Dobermans are seen more often in
competition. While Donna currently
Schutzhund is a sport for dogs and their competes with her German Shepherd,
handlers that involves three phases cover- she started with a Standard Poodle
ing tracking, obedience and protection which she calls a "very unlikely dog for
which are tested together at the same the sport."
trial. If one phase is not passed, the team
will participate in the remainder of the Before dogs can compete in Schutzhund,
trial out of good sportsmanship but will they must achieve the companion dog
not be eligible for a title. title BH (Begleithund). During BH testing,
several steps occur where the dog must
stays in a 10 to 20 minute long down
Schutzhund originated in Germany as a not act aggressively. The dog and handler
while the other dog and handler perform
breed suitability test for German Shepherds perform a heeling routine and move
a set obedience pattern by memory.
to ensure only dogs with desirable qualities through a group of people. A street traffic
Everyone performs the same defined pat-
were bred. Even today in Germany, it is test is also performed. This could involve
tern, unlike other types of obedience trials
a bike that rings its bell as it
Pet Portraits
where the judge calls a pattern to the
goes by, a car that honks and
handler. The entire routine is performed
stops to ask directions, or a dog
off-leash and includes dumbbell retrieval
and handler walking by while
from your photos the dog being tested is tied to
on flat ground, over a climbing wall, and
over a jump. Based upon the title being
a fence. The dog must not react
sought, the dumbbell is a progressively
negatively towards pedestrians,
higher weight. Testing also includes
traffic or other dogs.
sending the dog away from the handler
and then commanding a "Down," heeling
During the tracking phase of
in a group of people and even a gunshot
Schutzhund, the dog must
test. The gunshot test is performed during
follow a footstep track strewn
the heeling pattern and the dog may not
with multiple articles as the
react strongly to the gunshots.
handler follows behind holding
a long tracking leash. The dog
should indicate the location of
each article in some manner
such as sitting or standing.
The age of the trail will vary
from at least 20 minutes to at
least 3 hours old based on the
title being sought, Schutzhund I,
Schutzhund II or Schutzhund
III. In Schutzhund I, the dog's
handler lays the trail and in
Schutzhund II and III, a
stranger creates it. Additionally,
the higher the title, the more
articles to find and the longer
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Schutzhund, two dogs are
22 Fetch Magazine | June 2006 tested at the same time. Oneis, "the training and problem
solving of how to make the
dog understand what I want
them to do. It is a challenge.
Schutzhund is a dog triathlon."
Books:
Schutzhund Theory and
Training methods by Susan
Barwig and Stewart Hilliard
Schutzhund Obedience Training
and Drive by Sheila Booth and
Gottfried Dildei
Training the Competitive
Working Dog by Tom Rose
and Gary Patterson
The protection phase is the one that
Donna says spectators are most excited Websites:
to watch. Tent-like blinds are set in a DVG America www.dvgamerica.com
field and a helper, also known as the United Schutzhund Clubs of America
"bad guy," hides in one of them. The dog www.germanshepherddog.com/
and handler search the tents to locate Working Dogs of America www.working-
the helper. The higher the title being dogs.com
tested the more blinds are searched.
When the helper is found, the dog should Videos:
bark at, but not touch, the "bad guy" as Leerburg Video and Kennel
long as he is standing still. The "bad guy" http://www.leerburg.com/schusa.htm
then runs away, simulating an escape.
The dog should stop the escape by biting Marie Tubbin loves spending time with her
two best buddies, her husband, Mike and her
the helper on a heavily padded protective dog, Louie. She met Mike at Burger King and
sleeve. The handler tells the dog to stop Louie at HAWS and considers those two of
biting. The dog must release the helper the luckiest days of her life.
or fail the test. For Schutzhund II and
III, the "bad guy" will feign an attack on
the handler. The dog must intercept the
helper, again biting him on the sleeve
and releasing when commanded.
According to Donna, the major organiza-
tions for Schutzhund in the United
States include DVG America,
United Schutzhund Club which
focuses on German Shepherds,
and Working Dogs of America.
The rules for Schutzhund are
established in Germany and are
exactly the same for all the
organizations. Donna states
rules may occasionally "vary
slightly but only due to transla-
tion since the rules come in
German."
Schutzhund is a sport that
places high demands on the dog
handler team as it can take two
to three years of training before
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24 Fetch Magazine | June 2006Event
What: Fun & Games Night
Where: For Pet's Sake, Mukwonago
C a l eJune
nd a r
When: 7:00 p.m. (only $10)
Info: 1-888-581-9070
24 Saturday
What: Rally Seminar with Anna Lorenz
Where: Sheboygan Dog Training Club, Sheboygan
2006 When: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Info: www.sdtclub.com
2 Friday What: 5th Annual K9 Carnival
What: Obedience Run Thrus Where: Amiable Dog Training, Brookfield What: REALLY BIG Rummage Sale for WAAGR
Where: Greater Racine Kennel Club, Racine When: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Where: 128th & Mill Rd., Menomonee Falls
When: 6:30 p.m. Info: 414-289-7785 ($3/dog to benefit WUFF) When: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Info: www.grkc.org Info: www.waagr.org
What: 2nd Annual Pugfest
What: RallyO Run Thrus Where: Oelschlaeger - Dallmann Legion Post 25 Sunday
Where: For Pet's Sake, Mukwonago Hall & Grounds, Oak Creek What: Lure Coursing Run Thrus
When: 6:30 p.m. (only $6/2 runs) When: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Where: Lake Salvation Army Camp, East Troy
Info: 1-888-581-9070 Info: www.milwaukeepugfest.com When: 10:00 a.m. - noon
Info: 1-888-581-9070 (only $10 for 2 runs)
What: Dr. Fife Canine Chiropractic Appointments What: Animal Communication w/ Rebecca Moravec
Where: For Pet's Sake, Mukwonago Where: Petlicious Dog Bakery, Pewaukee What: Fun Match (Rally & Obedience)
When: 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. When: Noon - 5:00 p.m. (reservations required) Where: Sheboygan Dog Training Club
Info: 1-888-581-9070 Info: 262-548-0923, www.petlicious.com 4802 Najacht Road, Sheboygan
Info: www.sdtclub.com
3 Saturday 15 Thursday
What: Doggie Day What: New Carting Class Begins 30 Friday
Where: Bryan Becker Clay Werks, Hartland Where: For Pet's Sake, Mukwonago What: Yappy Hour (reservations required)
When: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Petlicious Dog Bakery, Pewaukee
Info: 262-367-7211 Info: 1-888-581-9070 When: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Info: 262-548-0923, www.petlicious.com
7 Wednesday 16 Friday
What: The Big Bang w/ Claudeen Mc Auliffe What: Yappy Hour (reservations required) What: Yappy Hour (FREE)
Where: Central Bark Doggy Day Care, Downtown Where: Petlicious Dog Bakery, Pewaukee Where: Amiable Dog Training
When: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. When: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. When: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Info: 1-888-581-9070 Info: 262-548-0923, www.petlicious.com Info: 414-289-7785, www.dogclass.com
9 Friday What: UKC Agility Run Thrus Every Wednesday
What: Rally O Drop-In Classes Where: For Pet's Sake, Mukwonago What: Conformation Drop-In Training
Where: Greater Racine Kennel Club, Racine When: 6:30 p.m. (only $6/5 minutes) Where: Greater Racine Kennel Club, Racine
When: 6:30 p.m. (adv), 7:30 p.m. (novice) Info: 1-888-581-9070 When: 7:30 p.m.
Info: www.grkc.org Info: www.grkc.org
17 Saturday
What: Obedience Run Thrus What: Canine Massage Every Thursday
Where: For Pet's Sake, Mukwonago Where: Petlicious Dog Bakery, Pewaukee Who: Amiable Dog Training with Amy Ammen
When: 6:30 p.m. (Utility & Novice), 7:30 p.m. (Open) When: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Where: Channel 14 (MATA/MCM)
Info: 1-888-581-9070 (only $6) Info: 262-548-0923, www.petlicious.com What: T.V. Show 6:00 p.m.
10 Saturday What: Managing Your Dog's Aggression Every Saturday
What: Meet Your Match Adoption Event Where: Pet Supplies 'N' More, Muskego What: Puppy Parties
Where: Elmbrook Humane Society When: 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Reserve Spot Today Where: Central Bark Doggy Day Care, Downtown
When: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Info: 262-679-6776 (only $20) When: Noon (Starting Oct. 1st)
Info: www.ebhs.org, 262-782-9261 Info: 1-888-581-9070
What: New Beginner Flyball Class Begins
What: Pet Massage with Geri Where: For Pet's Sake, Mukwonago Who: Amiable Dog Training with Amy Ammen
Where: Pet Supplies 'N' More, Muskego When: 1:00 p.m. Where: Channel 14 (MATA/MCM)
When: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Info: 1-888-581-9070 What: T.V. Show 10:30 a.m.
Info: 262-679-6776 (only $15/session)
21 Wednesday Every Sunday
What: Basset Buddies Rescue What: Free Dog Behavior Seminar What: Puppy Social
Where: Petlicious Dog Bakery, Pewaukee Where: Elmbrook Humane Society Where: Best Paw Forward Dog Training
When: Noon - 2:00 p.m. When: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. When: 5:45 - 6:15 p.m.
Info: 262-548-0923 Info: www.ebhs.org (Register in Advance) Info: 262-369-3935
What: Nail Trimming (Dogs not People) 23 Friday What: Puppy Parties
Where: Pet Supplies 'N' More, Muskego What: REALLY BIG Rummage Sale for WAAGR Where: For Pet's Sake, Mukwonago
When: 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Where: 128th & Mill Rd., Menomonee Falls When: 12:45 p.m. (except holiday weekends)
Info: 262-679-6776 (only $10/trim) When: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Info: 1-888-581-9070
Info: www.waagr.org Who: "Your Family Pet" with Amy Ammen
11 Sunday
What: Ice Cream Social for Dogs & People What: Agility Run Thrus Where: WRRD 540AM The Word
Where: The Doggy Bag, Oconomowoc Where: Greater Racine Kennel Club, Racine What: Radio Show 3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
When: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. When: 6:30 p.m. Info: Hear expert interviews and pet-related news.
2006 June | Fetch Magazine 25
Info: www.thedoggybagllc.com Info: www.grkc.orgRescues
Dalmatian Italian Greyhounds
Support Our Dal-Savers Dalmatian Rescue Inc.
414-297-9210
star279@juno.com
www.midwestigrescue.com
loveadal@yahoo.com
www.dalrescue.net Labrador
Airedale Terrier Save Our Spots Dalmatian Rescue, Inc Labrador Education and Rescue Network
ATRA-Airedale Terrier Rescue & Adoption 414-365-2679 847-289-PETS (7387)
715-526-5961 sosdalrescue@earthlink.net learndogs@labadoption.org
airedale@frontiernet.net sosdalrescue.com www.labadoption.org
www.aire-rescue.com Doberman Pinscher Maltese
All Breed Wisconsin Doberman Rescue, Inc. Northcentral Maltese Rescue Inc.
heavenlyrescue@excite.com 414-536-4477 262-633-9371
www.hhr.petfinder.com widoberescue@aol.com malteserescue@hotmail.com
www.wi-doberescue.org www.malteserescuehomestead.com
American Water Spaniel
414-840-7411 English Springer Mixed Breed
rescueaws@yahoo.com English Springer Rescue America, Inc. Happy Tails Dog Rescue
www.americanwaterspanielclub.org 715-845-8716 414-321-4929
www.springerrescue.org www.happytailsdogrescue.com
Basset Hound kcmcheinking@verizon.net
Basset Buddies Rescue, Inc Neapolitan Mastiff
262-347-8823 German Shepherd www.neorescue.net
info@bbrescue.org German Shepherd Rescue Alliance of WI mhweglarz@msn.com
www.bbrescue.org 414-461-9720 Poodle
yur_rltr@execpc.com or gsdrsq@hotmail.com
Beagle www.gsraw.com 920-625-3709
BrewBeagle Rescue poodleclubofamerica.org
midwest@brewbeagles.org Good Shepherd K-9 Rescue mj.doege@verizon.net
www.brewbeagles.org 608-868-2050
gshepherd@gsk9r.org Pug
Bichon Frise www.gsk9r.org NIPRA (Northern IL Pug Rescue & Adopt.)
Little Buddies Rescue (ccow@ticon.net) tmyers@pugrescue.org
1-888-581-9070 www.pugrescue.org
Badgerland German Shepherd Rescue
Border Collie 24hr. Message service 414-256-1325 Rat Terrier
MidAmerica Border Collie Rescue gsd4me@bgsr.org Wisconsin Rat Terrier Rescue INC.
262-215-6905 www.bgsr.org 608-697-7274
www.midamericabcrescue.com wrtr@bigfoot.com
MidAmericaBCRescue@yahoo.com
German Shorthaired Pointer
Wisconsin German Shorthaired Pointer Rescue, Inc. Rottweiler
Boston Terrier 414-327-5102 or 414-614-5102 Wisconsin Rottweiler Rescue
Boston Terrier Rescue of Wisconsin lisa_gsprescuewi@yahoo.com 608-224-0272
jlemoine@new.rr.com http://www.wgspr.com www.wirottrescue.org
http://www.petfinder.org/shelters/WI214.html Saint Bernard
Boxer G len of Imaal Terrier AllSaints rescue
Green Acres Boxer Rescue of WI Milwaukee, WI 414-761-6305
info@greenacresboxerrescue.com lakerun@execpc.com allsaintsrescue@earthlink.net
www.greenacresboxerrescue.com www.allsaintsrescue.com
Brittany Golden Retriever
GRRoW (Golden Retriever Rescue of Wisconsin) Scottish Terrier
American Brittany Rescue (888)655-4753 Door County Scottie Rally Inc.
1-866-brit911 president@grrow.org 920-969-9497
www.americanbrittanyrescue.org www.GRRoW.org dcsr-rescue@new.rr.com
info@americanbrittanyrescue.org
C ocker Spaniel WAAGR (WI Adopt a Golden Retriever) Shih Tzu
414-517-7725 Fuzzy Pawz Shih Tzu Rescue of WI Inc.
Wisconsin Cocker Rescue www.waagr.org shihtzuwi@yahoo.com
262-255-0246 president@waagr.org www.geocities.com/shihtzuwi/ or
WiCockerRescue@Juno.com www.geocities.com/slhopk/
www.geocities.com/WiCockerRescue Greyhound
Greyhounds Only Inc., Adoption & Rescue Standard Schnauzer
Shorewood Cocker Rescue 262-542-0331 or 773-297-GREY (4739) Standard Schnauzer Club of America Rescue
262-877-3294 goinc@aol.com schnauzr@gmail.com
www.cockerrescue.net www.greyhoundsonly.com www.standardschnauzer.org
elaine@cockerrescue
Collie Greyhound Pets of America - WI Westie
414-299-9473 Wisconsin Westie Rescue, Inc.
Minnesota-Wisconsin Collie Rescue www.gpawisconsin.org 920-882-0382
612-869-0480 westies@edsboats.com
collietalk@aol.com Herding www.petfinder.com/wiwestierescue
www.mwcr.org Southeastern Wisconsin Herding Dog Rescue
Dachshund 262-554-2048 Y orkshire Terrier
rescue@wiherdingrescue.com Yorkshire Terrier Rescue of Wisconsin
Badger Dachshund Club www.wiherdingrescue.com 414-747-0879
414-299-9609 shyyorkiemom@yahoo.com
Irish Setter 414-383-2779
MidWest Dachshund Rescue, Inc. Irish Setter Club of Milwaukee
608-833-2992 evenings judii2000@yahoo.com
920-734-6734
rescue@mwdr.org muttsgo@aol.com
www.mwdr.org
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