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PETBARLETTER FROM THE EDITORHere we are with the 9th issue of Petbar Magazine with all new fresh, fun and exciting content. Our main feature story in this issue comes from the inspiring Maggie the Wonder Dog. From a victim, to a hero – we got chatting to Maggies beautiful owners about her amazing and encouraging story that is sure to fill your heart with love. Are you a first-time dog owner and want some tips? Or planning on getting a reptile and don’t know where to start? Lucky for you we have all the info in this issue of Petbar Magazine as well as some fun articles about herbal remedies for your fur baby, socially distanced fun you can have this season with your pet – and so much more!In this issue we got chatting to Kirsten over in Los Angeles at Palisociety Hotels, a luxury boutique chain of hotels that places just as much importance on their four-legged guests as they do their human visitors. We also spoke to Dianna Buck, an amazing dog trainer over in Los Angeles and got the top tip to dog training from the wonderful trainer herself! With an itching desire to vacation, there is a lot of travel in this issue from an article on Trav-elling Chapati (@travelingchapati), an Indian Native dog that has travelled to more places than we have; to rounding up the 8 most pet friendly places in the world. We even dedicat-ed our ‘Influencers’ section to our top 4 pet travel influencers! As for the dedicated ‘Travel’ section, I explored the Bahamas (through the computer screen of course) and read up on their amazing native wildlife and sea life that you can experience when travelling there.This issue is full of entertaining recipes, tips and tricks, and stories - we hope you love read-ing as much as we loved creating this issue!Make sure you jump onto Petbar to stay in touch with us and let us know what you would like to see featured in the next issue!P.S. Don’t forget to come and say hello over at @Petbarapp!6

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TIP 1: PAY ATTENTION TO FEEDINGKnowing the foods your dog can and can’t eat is important and something that comes with time. It is important to research the main foods dogs CANNOT eat however when it comes to dog food making food yourself for your pup you will learn what your dog likes and doesn’t like, and it is important to pay attention to this! TIP 2: USE TREATS TO TRAIN!One of the biggest tips is to use treats to train you pup – it helps so much! When you are still trying to get your pup familiar with their name, surroundings and gestures one way of communicating where you can be ASSURED you’re both speaking the same language is when it comes to treats. Using treats to train and reward your pooch will help so much – just be sure to use them sparingly so your dog can distinguish from when it is being rewarded for doing something good in contrast to when they get a treat for no reason.TIP 3: BE STERNI know a brand new puppy is exciting and the last thing you would want to do is yell at him/her or give her a stern tap on the nose but you need to see past the puppy dog eyes and set some basic ground rules to show them whose boss. If you are not stern with your pooch, they will think they can get away with everything and that will make for a very unhappy household.TIP 4: GET HELPAsking for help and advice from other pet owners is necessary! When I got my dog, I thought I could do it all myself and was extremely mistaken – get all the help you are offered. TIP 5: LOTS OF WALKS!Taking your dog on walks is something that should become routine and it is necessary for a dog’s wellbeing. Not only is it crucial that they get out and exercise but going on walks and being around other people, animals and environments will help discipline your dog as well as teach them about interacting with others.TIP 6: INTERACTION WITH OTHER DOGS IS IMPORTANT!Whether it is taking your dog to a dog park or organising a doggy playdate with your friend and their pooch, try and get your dog to interact with other dogs as much as possible. It helps to teach them balance and how to cooperate around other dogs whilst also giving them some time to play with a pal.TIP 7: PREPARE FOR MISTAKESIf you are expecting that there will be no wee or poo on the floor, or no chewed up shoes – you are in for a shock. Maybe not so much about the chewing but in terms of toilet training, this requires patience and many little mistakes before progress is made so expect this and get your gloves ready to clean!TIP 8: CREATE A ROUTINEThis is one of the best tips I got before I got my pup. Creating a routine when your pup first comes home helps so much. This means putting them in their bed to sleep at a certain time and waking them up at a certain time every day. This also means feeding them at the same time and going for walks at the same time. Creating this routine especially within the first month or two of getting your furbaby will help them to adapt to their new environment whilst also creating boundaries that they get comfortable with quite quickly which will make things a lot easier in the long run.TIP 9: FIND A GOOD VETFinding a good local vet is a great idea, not that you will need them that often but having a vet that you are familiar with and can call with any questions whether it is to ask if a certain shampoo is ok for your dog or if your dog is vomiting and unwell, having a vet that you are acquainted and knows your dog is a great help.TIP 10: HAVE FUN!The stress of a new member of the family is so easy to get wrapped up in and often you miss the fun cute days where they are playful and small and still ‘finding their feet’ because you are so focussed on training and keeping the house clean. Welcoming a new member is fun and exciting and it is important to enjoy it and take every day as it comes! Be relaxed about it and your dog will pick up on that and match your vibe – so experience it!PETBAR11

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PETBARLIGHTAn aquarium light is one of the first things that should be bought when investing in an aquarium. There are many lighting options and you will be able to choose one that will suit your specific tank however LED, fluorescent, incandescent or halogen lights are important for lighting and also heating your tank.FILTRATION SYSTEMHaving a working filter for your Aquarium is necessary for its upkeep and basic functioning. This critical piece of equipment ensures the water quality is clean for the fish so it can live healthily in the tank. It is important to choose a filter that filters the water at least four times per hour to ensure that the water is being constantly cleansed.HEATER AND THERMOMETERA good range for your aquarium heater to be set at is between 25-27 degrees (76-80F) to guarantee your fish is constantly at a stable temperature. With this comes the necessity of a thermometer to ensure that you have a constant check on the heat of the water and can make adjustments where necessary for your fish.SUBSTRATEA substrate is the bottom lining of the aquarium and is crucial in creating a pleasant environment for your fish. An ideal substrate is a fine gravel, preferably dark coloured which will help to reduce reflections within the tank that can cause your fish stress or anxiety. Substrate helps to improve water balanceWATER CONDITIONERTap water MUST be dechlorinated before fish can enter the freshwater aquarium and a water condition will help to clarify the chlorine, ammonia and heavy metals that water often retains. Aquariums require water changes each 4-6 weeks and in this process a water conditioner should be used to cleanse the tap water when filling the tank. The conditioner will not only excrete the chlorine, ammonia and metals but it will also immunise the water with the correct bacteria necessary for your ecosystem.AIR PUMPAn air pump is a crucial part of your aquarium and ensuring that your fish is able to live in the environment. An air pump generates water-flow by creating a gas exchange between the air and the water ensuring it is oxygenated, temperate and your fish can live and breathe.13

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ALOE VERAThe juice of an aloe vera plant helps to reduce stomach acid and helps with ulcers and arthritis.ARSENICUM ALBUMThis stomach soother helps with sudden vomiting or sickness.It is also helpful for allergy-based itching, redness or dandruff.ARNICAGreat for any of your dog’s injuries as it works to rapidly heal bruised tissue.ALFALFAHelps with arthritis and allergies.CHAMOMILEThis helps to reduce intestinal pain and inﬂammation.COLLODIAL SILVERThis natural antibiotic is effective in ﬁghting off an array of bacterial infections.CONEFLOWERCan be used in the form of drops to ﬁght infections and improve immune system health.EUPHRASIAUsed if your dog has conjunctivitis, or red swollen eyes.GLUCOSAMINEThis is a chondroprotective agent that helps to rebuild cartilage and help with arthritis and alleviating joint pain.GREEN TEAA great antioxidant that helps strengthen your dog’s immune system.HYPERICUMThis plant is a great remedy for nerve wounds on your dog.LEDUM PALAlso known as ‘Labrador Tea’, this herb is perfect for tick bites in your dog!MANUKA HONEYThis honey has the highest antibacterial properties of any honey. Feed it to your dog to help with ‘kennel cough’, gut health or even apply it directly to a wound to see its fast-acting healing properties.OREGANO OILThis helps to ﬁght off infections, ear mites and other bacterial/fungi infections.BEST NATURAL REMEDIES:PETBAR19

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PETBARWHY IS IT IMPORTANT?Dogs do have their own layer of extra protection from the sun thanks to their coat but depending on your dog, a long-time of sun exposure can result in a pretty bad sunburn for some dogs. Specifically, exposed areas of the body are most at risk - the nose, ears, lips, groin and belly. Dogs with pink skin (mot commonly white-coated dogs) are also more prone to sunburn as well as shorthaired dog breeds (such as bulldogs, dalmations, greyhounds and pit bulls) and freshly shaved pups. It may be hard to see through fur if your dog is sunburnt or not and signs apart from of course red tender skin can be dry skin, hair loss or itchiness.Just as it is for humans, sunburns on dogs are uncomfortable and pose the same harmful health risks of skin cancer, heat stroke and severe burning for your pooch. Severe burns can cause peeling and blistering and lead to much pain for your pup as well as furthering the risk of skin cancer (squamous cell carcinoma).Dog sunscreen DOES exist and is very beneficial for your dog! If you know you are going to be spending the day in the sun with your dog, putting sunscreen on their exposed areas will help protect them from those aggressive UV rays. It is important to remember that although the affects of the sun are the same for people and pups, the sunscreen is not the same. Human SPF sunscreen contains chemicals like zinc oxide and para-aminobenzoic acid, which are toxic to dogs, so it is crucial that you purchase a sun cream that is made specific for dogs. Ideally, looking for a fragrance-free full spectrum sunscreen is the best option but be sure to check with your vet before you use the cream on your dog to ensure that your pup isn’t allergic.Lucky for you, we’ve done some research and rounded up some of our favourite doggy sun creams on the market right now!EPI-PET SUN PROTECTOR SPRAYThis is a sprayable 30+ SPF mist that is waterproof and FDA approved in terms of ingredients and stability. It also has conditioning products in it so it will tame your dog’s hair at the same time!This is the only FDA approved dog sunscreenPETKIN SUNSTICKThis SPF 15+ roll on sun cream is perfect for rolling straight onto the nose, belly and ears. It is a small size as well so it’s easy to carry around in summer ready to reapply.WARREN LONDON DOG SUNSCREENThis aloe vera infused spray on sunscreen is between 15-30 SPF and is soothing and moisturising for your dog’s skin – and it is an extra bonus that it smells nice and conditions your dog’s fur as well!EMMY’S BEST DOG SUN SKIN PROTECTORA sunscreen infused with coconut oil and shea butter, this spray uses natural ingredients to provide your dog with sun protection and a beautiful smelling and nourished coat.21

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TELL US ABOUT THE BUSINESS THAT YOU RUN?I have a private dog training business in the Los Angeles area www.BuckDogs.com or on Instagram @Dianna_Buck_Dogs. I go to people’s homes, I coach them in training their dogs and help them problem solve issues like jumping, digging, biting, nipping, counter-surfing, reactivity, dog-dog aggression and many other behavioural problems.HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A DOG TRAINER AND HOW DID YOU GET INTO THE BUSINESS?In 1996 I opened one of the first dog walking businesses in Los Angeles. It was a way for me to earn money while I focused on an acting career. Working with dogs was initially a way to provide stability but I soon found that I much preferred this environment over the casting call mill. I began volunteering in the Behaviour Department at the Pasadena Humane Society under Penny Scott-Fox. There I became a SAFER evaluator (Safety Assessment For Evaluation Rehoming) and started their first Tricks class. At the same time, I was being mentored by Mathilde De Cagny, a well-known movie and television animal trainer, and by Laura Bourhenne of Animal Attractions Unlimited. The more I learned about dog behaviour the more I wanted to know. I started assisting classes at J9’sK9’s under Janine Pierce. Then received my CPDT-KA and started teaching classes and doing private lessons there. The CPDT, Certified Professional Dog Trainer Knowledge Assessed, is a rigorous exam based on humane, science-based dog training practices. You can find out more at www.ccpdt.org.As part of my journey I spent time with X-Plorer Dog Solutions, x-plorer.it, in Northern Italy. Here I trained with their Search & Rescue Dogs as well as their amazing Therapy Dog Program.In 2009 Ian Dunbar asked me to participate in his “America’s Dog Trainer” show on Dog Star Daily. You can watch it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLLm53bKoqs&t=54sI now volunteer at the Glendale Humane Society in order to help as many dogs as possible.DO YOU HAVE A DOG/DOG’S OF YOUR OWN?I have two young sons who help me take care of our two Standard Poodles, Edie and Zara. I also have and African Grey parrot named Hero, two hamsters and one very patient husband.HOW LONG DOES THE TRAINING PROCESS GO FOR?The training process can take different lengths of time according to the goals and expectations of the owners. This is generally set up from the very first meeting with a new client. What are your training goals? How do you imagine your life with your dog? Do you want a dog who is great hanging out at cafes with you? Will you take your dog to work with you? Will the dog protect the home? As soon as we figure out the goals, we can make a plan. DO YOU WORK WITH/FOR OTHER ORGANISATIONS OR RUN YOUR TRAINING PURELY WITHIN YOUR OWN MEANS?I am proud to say I also work for the best dog training school in Los Angeles County www.j9sk9s.com Check it out!WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS THE HARDEST PART OF YOUR JOB?The hardest part of my job is not being able to help a dog due to a lack of commitment of the owner. Sometimes dog guardians fully understand the work it takes, or don’t see the value in spending time training. They want obedient, well behaved dogs without having to put in the work. When I’m able to make them fall in love with training, and bonding with their pet through that experience that’s when the job is at its most rewarding for me.WHAT IS YOUR TOP TIP FOR TRAINING YOUR DOG?Play with your dog every day. Play is the magic cure for so many issues that can come up. A dog can’t be fearful if they are playing. Most reactivity comes from fear. Play is relationship building and good for the Humans too! WHAT IS ONE OF YOUR FAVOURITE THINGS ABOUT WORKING WITH NEW CLIENTS?One of my favourite things about working with new clients is how surprised they are when we meet for the very first time. I will give the client my assessment of the situation and it’s almost as if they think I am psychic. The reality is that the dog tells me everything.WHAT ADVICE DO YOU GIVE TO PEOPLE WHO ARE WANTING TO GET INTO THE DOG TRAINING INDUSTRY?If someone out there reading this is interested in becoming a dog trainer, find a mentor, volunteer at a shelter, get your hands on as many dogs as possible study and get certified. It doesn’t end there, you must continue your education. We are learning new things all the time. Science and research continue to evolve. We must stay on our toes help our clients the best way we can.PETBAR24

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PETBARTESTIMONIALSThrough Dianna’s training, I got all the answers I needed and the training was so gentle!Gigi, Hollywood, Two year old Pit Bull mixDianna’s intuition and instincts with animals is unparalleled! Over the years we’ve hired many dog behavior “specialists “ but none can compare! Dianna’s spot on evaluation within the first 30 minutes will astound you and as we marveled at her ability and knowledge, we came to understand the nature of our situation and where given the tools to remedy the problem.Robert V., Los Angeles, Two year old Pit Bull mixDianna Buck is amazing! She has train all three of my rescue dogs, each with their own issues. One of the most important things I learned, is that I also needed to be trained!Gerald, West Hollywood, three senior Chihuahua mixesDianna has great positive energy and reinforcement skills when she worked with our puppy. We love her!Daryl & Zoe, Studio City, four month old Cavapoo puppy Dianna was so great with us but in particular our kids, reassuring them of options to deal with a growing puppy. We all benefited. Thanksagain! Jorge, La Crescenta, teen week old Labrador puppyDianna Buck is a delight to be around and she did wonders with our one year old Lab/Pit mix Maggie, who now is a very obedient and fun loving dog.Andrea & Dan, Studio City, one year old Lab/Pit MixDianna worked with our Pomsky, Milo and we are so happy with her work. She was amazing and helped our pup grow and develop tremendously. I would absolutely recommend her!Camilo & Jade, Bel Air, one year old PomskyDianna was spot on in her dog training. Her expertise advice helped us understand animal behavior better. With her help, we encouraged a new “thinking” pattern in our adult dog. As a result, we have a less anxious and stressed fur baby when we come and go in the house! Game changer!Ally, Sherman Oaks, ten year old Cavalier King Charles26

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GO FOR A WALK/HIKEThis is an obvious one but heading out for a walk or a hike with your pooch is a great way to get out into nature and get your steps up while admiring your surroundings. Find a walking track with some nice scenery and head out there with your dog for a perfect outing! HAVE A PICNICFind a nice dog beach/park and grab some snacks and a rug for you and your pup and you’ve got yourself a picnic! Whether you invite a friend and their fur baby or go on a one-on-one date with your pooch, a picnic is a lovely and relaxing thing to do on a sunny day to enjoy the outdoors.GO TO AN OUTDOOR CAFÉI’m sure that with all that quarantine cooking having a meal at a restaurant or café is much more appreciated now more than ever! Find a dog friendly café near you, sit outside and enjoy.GO ON A ROAD TRIPIf you are free to travel around your city take this opportunity to go on a road trip with your pooch! Bring your camping gear and set up camp or just jump in the car and drive until you find a place you want to settle. A road trip is the perfect way to explore new places that you may not normally and get away from the city were you may have been cooped up for a while!SEE A FILM IN AN OUTDOOR CINEMAOn a nice evening an outdoor pet friendly cinema is a fun activity and something that can be done with your friends or alone while keeping a safe distance! Enjoy the fresh air and watch your favourite film on the big screen with your pup and some popcorn – what more could you want!PETBAR29

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TAIL TELLSThe position of your cats’ tail can say a lot about how your cat is feeling and picking up on these cues will help you to better learn to communicate with your feline friend.HIGH TAIL = CONTENTMENTWhen your cats tail is positioned upright, be assured that you cat is feeling happy, confident and comfortableCURVED TAIL = PLAYFULAn erect but curled tail usually means your cat is in a spirited mood and is ready to play and have fun. Your cat may also curl your tail around your leg or body to show its love and affectionLOW TAIL = ANGERWhen your kitty’s tail is positioned down, this usually means your cat’s mood is sombre and aggressive. This usually depends on the breed of cat and some cats may be feeling content with their tail down but often a low tail is a sign of a solemn mood.HIDDEN TAIL = NERVOUSIf your cats tail is tucked away beneath the body this is usually a sign that your cat is feeling anxious and you should pet them or play with them to calm them down.PUFFED TAIL = FRIGHTENEDAs we see in many cartoon depictions of cats when they get frightened, their tails become rigid and puff up. Cats fur becomes bristled and cats will also arch their back in this situation. Their tail may also whip back, and forth which also indicates fear.MOVING TAIL = CONCENTRATIONWhen your cats tail is moving swiftly back and forth, this usually means your cat is focussed on something and is ready to pounce.READINGYOURCAT’SBEHAVIOUR.PETBAR32

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LANGUAGE AND MOVEMENTSCats have many different sounds that they make and understanding these allows you to have a conversation with your cat and easily recognise and give them the attention that they need.PURRINGPurring can mean a lot of different things however it is often a signal of happiness and relaxation. Cats purr to self-soothe from stress, so pay attention to if your cat feels rigid or uptight whilst they purr and it may signal that they are feeling stressed.MEOWCat’s meow for different reasons, however usually a meow is a means of getting their owners attention when they require food or care. Cats can make an array of different ‘meow’ sounds to communicate what they want – it may be a demanding meow, a yelp of pain or a soft purr.SCRATCHINGWhen your cat scratches you (un-ordinarily) it is usually because they are experiencing some sort of pain or discomfort, whether it is a physical pain, or it is their own fear or anxiety over something. Pick up on the tail placement and your cats’ other movements to get a better idea of what they are feeling.EARS AND EYESA cats ears is also another indicator of their mood and signals how to interact with your kitty. Similar to paying close attention to your cats eyes and pupils, these bodily prompts are obvious communicators between a cat and their owner.FORWARD EARS = CONFIDENT AND RELAXEDWhen your cats ears are forward they are feeling relaxed and content and this is their regular ear assignmentFLAT EARS = ANGRYIf you notice your feline friend has flattened or lowered ears it usually means they are feeling aggressive or vulnerable. The way that their body is composed will tell you if your cat is feeling angry or whether they are feeling frightened. If your cat is positioned curled up in a ball sort of figure, this usually means they are feeling scared whereas if their tail is bristled and their back is arched, this indicates they are angry. Looking at their eyes is also an indicator.ERECT EARS = ATTENTIVEWhen your cats’ ears are upright and risen it is a sign that your cat is on high alert and is either focussing on something/someone or it may be that they are feeling excited and playfulSLOW BLINKING = TRUST AND LOVEWhen your cats eyes appear drowsy and they are blinking slowly this means that your cat is feeling relaxed and has love and trust for you.NARROW EYES = FEAR OR AGGRESSIONIf your cat seems to have narrow ‘dagger’ eyes this indicates fear or aggression (depending on other factors). These are hunting eyes and can often be seen if cats are focussed on a prey or they are heavily concentrating.DILATED PUPILS = STIMULATEDThis may mean that your cat is feeling angry, excited or scared! When your cats eyes are large and dilatedPETBAR33

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TIP 1: RESEARCHDifferent reptiles require different handling and care and there is certainly no ‘one-size-fits-all’ method to taking care of reptiles as each has a unique care method. Whether it is specific dietary needs or heating/climate requirements, it is important to study ahead of time to make sure you know what you are committing to.TIP 2: TEMPERATUREMost reptiles require a climatised habitat which is done with UVB/UVA bulbs and this is very important for their healthy behaviour. These bulbs help to maintain natural manners in your reptile whilst also nurturing their eating, immune and breeding habits – ultimately it is one of the most essential factors in ensuring their health. Constantly checking temperature and humidity is a MUST! TIP 3: DIETA reptile’s natural environment is filled with biological vitamins and minerals that are essential for their growth and overall health, so it is important to ensure you are supplementing these in what you feed your reptile. Using calcium and other vitamins or nutrient rich foods/supplements will ensure your reptile is being induced with all of its necessary and essential vitamins.TIP 4: HABITATGetting a habitat with a sturdy cage/lock is important! Reptiles are known escape artists and it is so easy for them to slip out of your sight – and no one wants a snake on the loose!TIP 5: HANDLINGThis may be an obvious one, but you must handle your reptile with proper care and respect. This means choosing your moments to handle them for example; if they have just been given food it is probably not the best idea to pick them up and remove it from their habitat. Also things like not holding your reptile up in the air or placing too much pressure on it is important to be aware of.TIP 6: HYGENEWashing your hands before AND after you handle your reptile is very important! Washing your hands before handling your reptile is necessary as the sensory organs on reptiles are extremely heightened and your hand may be perceived as prey if there are other scents on it. Washing your hands after is also essential not only for your health but also for the health of your other pets (if you have them) as cross contaminating the bacteria and parasites can get them very sick! TIP 7: RESPECTRespecting your reptile is another obvious, but important one. Just as you want to be left alone – so does your reptile! Doing things like constantly handling it or constantly removing it from its environment can place a lot of stress on your reptile so it is essentially to give your reptile its own breathing time. Some reptiles have the tendency to be aggressive if it is under stress or feels threatened so until you are completely comfortable with your reptile and understand its moods/instincts it is important to be weary of its disposition.PETBARReptile pets are becoming more and more common whether it be a lizard or a turtle – reptiles make excellent pets especially if you don’t have the time to dedicate to something like a dog that needs more attention. Reptiles do however still take much care and have unique requirements when it comes to their basic care. Luckily, we have put together the top tips for beginners who have or are thinking of getting a reptile for a pet.35

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PETBARFULL NAME:MaggieD.O.B:She is 5-7years oldWHERE DOES MAGGIE LIVE:BrightonOWNER NAME:Kasey CarlinSIBLINGS:Millie the Wunder Dog and MishkaFAVOURITE THING TO DO:Eat, cuddle, walkies and sleep… in that order.FAVOURITE TREAT:Anything and everything!FAVOURITE TOY:Any toy that can be used for tug of war.ABOUTMAGGIEMAGGIE IS ONE OF THE MOST INSPIRATIONAL RESCUE STORIES THAT I HAVE EVER HEARD – GIVE US A RUN-DOWN OF HOW HER STORY STARTED WITH YOU AND THE HARDSHIP SHE ENDURED. Maggie was rescued from Lebanon after she was found with no eyes and heavily pregnant. It wasn’t until months later when her eyes were cleaned out and sewn shut did they realise that she had been shot. Now, thanks to Instagram we have learned that her rescuers saved her after she had been tortured, her ear had been cut off, eyes pulled out, jaw broken, and used as target practice.HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT MAGGIE AND WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO REACH OUT TO HER? Maggie came to me as a foster dog. Sadly, after months of trying, no one wanted to adopt or foster Maggie and so the charity put out one last appeal before she was due to arrive. Six days after that post I was driving up to Heathrow to meet a dog who was meant to be a terrified and disabled dog. Then she walked through those doors and I realised how wrong I was!GIVEN THE EXTENT OF HER INJURIES AND EVERYTHING SHE HAD BEEN THROUGH, WERE YOU WORRIED AT ALL WITH THE TOLL THAT FOSTERING MAGGIE MIGHT TAKE ON YOU AS A PET OWNER? To be honest, I thought that she would be so scared that she’d want to be left alone for a long time. I wrongly presumed that the best life she’d have is a retirement home where she could sit all day on the sofa and maybe one day get enough confidence to do a lap around the block. I figured she’d be a lot of work and a long-term foster, given the lack of interest she had received previously. I never imagined I’d still have her in my home two years on.WHAT SURGERIES HAS MAGGIE HAD AND HAS THERE BEEN ANY HEALTH ISSUES SINCE SHE HAS LIVED WITH YOU? She has had two surgeries. The first was to have her eyelids sewn shut as both of her eyeballs had cruelly been removed and there was no longer any point leaving the socket open and exposed, this was done prior to her arrival. The second was that I had a few of her teeth removed once she arrived in the UK. She had two broken teeth that needed to come out and while under sedation we had her x-rayed. That is when we found out the extent of her abuse. The entire X-ray lit up like stars in the sky, over 200 pellets were revealed as well as her once broken jaw. I needed to know if all that metal was causing her any pain and after countless referrals, we finally saw two of the best vets in the country who have confirmed that she is pain free!38

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HOW LONG HAS MAGGIE BEEN WITH YOU NOW? 2 years last week!HOW DID YOU HELP MAGGIE ADAPT TO HER NEW SURROUNDINGS? DID YOU HAVE ANY TIPS OR EXPERIENCE ON CARING FOR A BLIND DOG BEFORE YOU BEGAN FOSTERING MAGGIE? My goal was always to make sure Maggie could have as much of a normal life as possible. As well as normal dog commands, she knows her left and right, step up and down, stop and watch. Maggie can confidently walk off lead through the streets of London thanks to these commands and I use them anytime we go someplace new. When we are somewhere she knows, she runs freely as she has a mind map of every walk we’ve been on. I can go on a two hour walk and not say a word to her because she knows exactly where she is going. Of my three dogs, Maggie is the best behaved and is the only one that is always off lead.WHAT WOULD YOU SAY WAS THE BIGGEST STRUGGLE, IF YOU HAD ONE – WHEN FIRST TAKING MAGGIE IN? Maggie had never learned that people were trying to communicate with her. Her experience wasn’t that of a British dog. It took a month of constant work to get her to understand that I was trying to speak to her! Also, she gets so excited by food that she can’t pay attention, so the first month was very difficult. Now she’s passed her kennel club good citizens scheme awards and she does it better than most of the non-disabled dogs.BRINGING MAGGIE INTO A NEW ENVIRONMENT WITH NEW PEOPLE WOULD HAVE BEEN DIFFICULT AND DAUNTING FOR HER – HOW DID YOU TEACH HER TO TRUST YOU? I never taught her how to trust people. She had always loved humans, which makes her past all the harder to process. The day I drove to Heathrow I was supposed to meet an old and abused, blind dog but what came trotting through those doors was the friendliest dog you’ll ever meet. She had just endured the trauma of flying and being moved into the scary quarantine kennels all while being blind, but it did not phase her one bit. She trotted through those doors and buried her face into me and that’s the moment I fell in love. The thing that I had to teach her was not to jump all over strangers. When I would take her to the parks, she would bolt off to say hello to anyone walking by and rub herself all over them for attention and cuddles.PETBAR41

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PETBARWHAT DO YOU SAY TO PEOPLE WHO QUESTION WHY MAGGIE WASN’T PUT DOWN DUE TO HER QUALITY OF LIFE? The rescuers out in Lebanon have very limited resources and a never-ending supply of healthy and highly adoptable dogs. For them to “waste” limited resources on an “unadoptable” dog like Maggie shows that they had faith in her life. So many times, she could have been put down but each time she shone bright and proved everyone wrong. All anyone has to do is look at her, she will melt your heart. When she runs across a field or plays with her sisters that’s all that’s needed to convince strangers about her will to live.IF YOU COULD DESCRIBE MAGGIE IN 3 WORDS WHAT WOULD THEY BE?There aren’t enough words to accurately describe Mags, the best way I can describe her is that she is a way of life. She is everything good in this world wrapped into this tiny blonde, fluffy package. She’s my everything. I use the hashtag #bemoremaggie to inspire others.WHY AND HOW DID YOU COME UP WITH ‘WUNDERDOG’? Well Maggie is an underdog but she’s a bit different and she’s turned her life into this beautiful thing of hope, so I didn’t want to class her as an underdog so she became the Wunder Dog and she truly is a Wunder!WITH NOW OVER 440K FOLLOWERS, DID YOU EVER EXPECT MAGGIE TO GENERATE SUCH A PRESENCE ON SOCIAL MEDIA AND WHY DO YOU THINK PEOPLE HAVE TAKEN SUCH A CONNECTION TO HER? I really didn’t, like I said, no one wanted her. I think there are a million different answers to that depending on who you ask but to me, I think she gives people hope, courage, reminds them to love and forgive. She shines like a star and has this sassy side. She struts around like the world is hers and we all find the beauty in seeing animals being happy.HOW DO YOU THINK MAGGIE’S STORY WILL BE ABLE TO INSPIRE OTHERS, ESPECIALLY PEOPLE WHEN IT COMES TO FOSTERING? I like to show people where Maggie started and look where she is now. Yes, it’s hard at times but it’s worthwhile for those that are patient with animals. If Maggie can learn to love again after the abuse she endured, then there is hope.42

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PETBARYOU USE MAGGIES PLATFORM AS A TOOL OF SUCH ENCOURAGEMENT AND POSITIVITY – WHAT MESSAGES ARE YOU TRYING TO SEND THROUGH HER STORY? Everything your parents taught you as a child, I use Maggie to remind our followers of those messages. Be kind, treat others how you want to be treated, don’t judge a book by its cover - you can do anything you set your mind to! Sometimes we need a blind and wonky dog to remind us to be better versions of ourselves. Sometimes though we also have to be reminded that life is tough, it’s okay to cry, but remember that things will get better and we can change the situations we are in.MAGGIE HAS A NEW BOOK OUT CALLED ‘THE MIRACULOUS LIFE OF MAGGIE THE WUNDERDOG : THE TRUE STORY OF A LITTLE STREET DOG WHO LEARNED TO LOVE AGAIN’ - TELL US ABOUT IT AND THE PROCESS OF WRITING!It’s hard work, I’m dyslexic so you can imagine the struggle. It was mostly enjoyable, and I cried a lot but I’m proud to have done it. (Especially as I failed gcse English!)HOW WOULD YOU SAY MAGGIE HAS CHANGED YOU? Before Maggie the world was grey and bleak, I’d lost my way in life and was just existing. Then she showed up in my world and it’s like she put the sun back in the sky.45

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INFLUENCERSMax and Louise are two pets of Instagram that definitely spend more time on vacation than you. These two pooches have explored parts of the world that some only DREAM of travelling to and their owners make sure that wherever they go – their pups can join them. Travelling around Europe and North and South America these pups are love to adventure and share their voyages with the world.Miami is PROBABLY one of the world’s most well-travelled pups. The tiny Italian chihuahua has been all over the world from exploring Europe to adventuring around the USA. Adopted by Marianna Chiaraluc and her husband, Miami has become known all throughout the world for her well documented travel adventures and amazing photos posing in front of the most iconic locations in the world.PETBARMAX & LOUISE67.8K FOLLOWERSMIAMI 13.7K FOLLOWERSMAZ_ET_LOUISE MIAMI_TRAVELLER_DOG52

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PETBARSAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIASan Francisco and Seattle hold the US title for dog friendly cities, but specifically San Francisco has a special place for pups. The city is home to many dog beaches and parks, hotels and around 200 pet-friendly restaurants – play, eat, sleep with your pup what more could you ask for! Golden Gate Park includes four off-leash areas for your dog to run free and play with friends and to get around the city taking the cable car is easy and welcomes your four-legged friend as it does you!TEL AVIV, ISRAELOne of my most unexpected finds, Tel Aviv prides itself on its dog-friendly nature. Having around one dog per 17 people Tel Aviv is home to dog beaches, over 70 dog parks and even has a festival dedicated to dog’s (Kelaviv). Moving around Tel Aviv with your dog expect to be welcomed with open arms.AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDSAmsterdam welcomes dogs no matter the circumstances so expect to see dogs everywhere from all forms of transit to restaurants and cafes – they have even made their own cargo bike (or ‘bakfiet’) for you to ride around with your pet pal! Although pups are not allowed in museums and galleries, dogs of all sizes are welcome throughout Amsterdam. The Netherlands cares about animals so much, that it even offers discounted health insurance if you are vegan or vegetarian!PARIS, FRANCEFrance is known for its comfortable dog guidelines and more often than not whether you bring your pooch into a 5-star hotel, restaurant or designer shop – they will be allowed. Paris is home to many dog parks and dog friendly hotels and not only welcomes pups like they would any other human but makes sure to pamper them as well. Similarly, to Amsterdam, when it comes to galleries and museums the ‘no-dog’ policy is usually enforced but luckily there are plenty of other activities to do with your fur baby in the city of love!56

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PETBARPRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLICThroughout Prague and the entire Czech Republic, dogs are allowed off leash and on public transport, in shops and restaurants, and even in the cinema! Prague is becoming more and more pet friendly and it is being seen more often than not to expect the best treatment when out and about with your dog, especially in some restaurants that are kind enough to offer your dog a meal as well!GENEVA, SWITZERLAND Switzerland is very thoughtful when it comes to owning a pet and even once had a legal requirement to take a training course if you are a first-time pet owner (this is now still a government recommendation). There are many imposed obligations that come with owning a pet that Switzerland is very serious about such as allowing indoor cats to be regularly let outside or given access to a window where they are able to see other felines otherwise the owner must get a second cat for feline companionship. This is one of the many rules in place that makes Switzerland a hub for pets and is so well renowned for the amazing pet treatment and accommodation. Geneva’s Parc Bertrand offers two very large dog parks, one that is fenced-off and one that is not and is also home to over 50 pet-friendly hotels.LONDON, ENGLANDLondon loves their pets, and with a large cat ownership across the city there are many cafes and restaurants dedicated specifically to dining with your cat. When it comes to pet rules in London, they are few and far between. Unlike Paris and Amsterdam, London welcomes dogs in many of its galleries and museums (such as Newlyn Art Gallery and Crich Tramway Museum) – so there is really not much you can’t do with your pet in the city! Although you may find that some of the shops are stricter than others on their dog policy, public transport, restaurants and of course pubs are more than happy to house you and your four legged friend.ROME, ITALYItaly has always been known for it’s open-hearted and hospitable reception of fur babies and you will have no trouble finding places to go that allow your pup to accompany you. Rome treats dogs like their own and you will find water bowls and taps all around the city for your pup to rehydrate. Expect restaurants, cafes and most businesses to be extremely welcoming toward your dog and between the dog parks, public fountains and monuments – you and your dog will never get bored in Rome. Just out of Rome there is a beach dedicated entirely to dogs (Baubeach) which was created as a space for people with dog companions.57

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PETBARWHY WOULD YOU SUGGEST ADOPTING A RESCUE SHELTER DOG?When you adopt you not only save the particular dog you adopt, but also make room for rescues and shelters to take in and care for other dogs in need.WHAT IS THE BIG STIGMA AROUND ADOPTING FROM A SHELTER AND WHY WOULD YOU SAY IT IS A MISCONCEPTION?People often assume dogs in shelters and rescues are there for a reason, are “aggressive” or something along those lines. Another common misconception is that you can’t adopt specific breed or puppies. This is simply not the case. Typically, the dogs in shelters end up there because they were strays, neglected or that their owner’s lives changed in a way that made having a dog inconvenient (job change, big move, etc.)QUICK LINKS:TO DONATE TO WAGS & WALKSwww.wagsandwalks.org/donateTO ADOPT A DOGwww.wagsandwalks.org/adoption-applicationTO FOSTER A DOGwww.wagsandwalks.org/become-a-fosterTO VOLUNTEER AT WAGS & WALKSwww.wagsandwalks.org/volunteerTELL ME ABOUT WAGS & WALKS AND WHAT YOUR MISSION IS AS A RESCUE ORGANISATION.Wags & Walks was founded in 2011 by Lesley Brog, the daughter of a veterinarian, who was devastated by the number of sweet and healthy dogs being euthanized due to overcrowding in LA shelters. Wags & Walks’ main goal when founded was to break the stigma that rescue dogs are damaged goods and to help decrease the number of dogs euthanized in local shelters by showing the community that you can find wonderful dogs of all breeds and sizes through rescue. That value has remained consistent as the rescue has continued to grow.WHAT ARE SOME OF THE STATISTICS ON DOG EUTHANASIA?Approximately 6 to 8 million animals are handled by animal shelters in the U.S. each year. Even though some are reclaimed or adopted, nearly 4 million unwanted dogs and cats are left with nowhere to go. Animal shelters cannot humanely house and support all these animals until their natural deaths. They would be forced to live in cramped cages or kennels for years, lonely and stressed, and other animals would have to be turned away because there would be no room for them.* from Peta’s website HOW MANY DOGS HAVE YOU SAVED AS A PART OF YOUR INITIATIVES?5,000+HOW ARE YOU DIFFERENT TO OTHER SHELTER’S?Wags and Walks is different than many other rescues because we do not select dogs based on their size or age or even their breed. We hand-pick our dogs based on their temperament and their likelihood to thrive when placed in the proper home. Similarly, we do not select our adopters based on how many hours they work or whether they live on a multi-acre property over a condo. We know that, like amazing dogs, loving families come in all shapes and sizes. Our goal is to find an adopter whose home, family and lifestyle are a perfect fit for a particular dog.HOW DO YOU SUGGEST PEOPLE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE ANIMAL COMMUNITY ON A MORE PRACTICAL LEVEL?Please join us in committing to save as many lives as possible. Get involved. Adopt, foster and donate. Together we can change the world, one dog at a time...59

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WHO ARE THE FOUNDERS OF THE PET PROJECT LA AND WHEN WAS IT FOUNDED?Pet Project LA has had several owners since it was founded in 2011. Nancy Jean Carlson was the original owner who saw the need for a pet supply store in the Historic Core of Downtown LA. Jay Blumberg and Melanie Pozez started their ownership of Pet Project LA in June of 2012. I started working under Jay and Melanie in January of 2016 and became owner in November of 2017.TELL US ABOUT THE PET PROJECT LA AND HOW YOU GOT STARTED.Since the store’s opening, Pet Project LA has been a destination for many local pet owners because of the welcoming environment and loving staff. A huge part of the beauty of Pet Project LA for me is that it has evolved with the changing city around it.With the beginning of my ownership in November of 2017, I had the opportunity to curate the inventory more than ever before. I began to research local and other smaller brands that were making more unique products than just the basics. I have been able to cater to the fashion-forward clientele that is becoming more and more present in Downtown LA. It is the customers themselves that have inspired much of the product selection that I do and have done at Pet Project LA. I have them in mind when selecting the next cool brand to bring in to the store. WE SEE THAT YOU NOT ONLY CARRY CLOTHES FOR PETS BUT ALSO MATCHING CLOTHES FOR THEIR OWNERS! DO YOU GET A LOT OF PET OWNERS COMING IN TO GET A MATCHING OUTFIT WITH THEIR FURRY FRIEND?It is always so much fun when humans want to match their bestie! At the moment, we offer matching shirts and scrunchies to go with our furry companions’ outfits. We are going to expand our selection on matching items for sure because there is most definitely a growing demand for them!DO YOU THINK THERE IS A BIG MARKET FOR PET APPAREL TODAY WITH THE LARGE GLOBAL PET CULTURE THAT EXISTS?Absolutely. In particular, high-quality, unique pet accessories and apparel are the items that I have noticed are most sought after. The brands that we carry are establishing their own style and creating their own demand. They are directing the market because pet parents, just like human parents, do not want their “child” to wear the same outfit as the “kid” down the street. They want something truly one-of-a-kind that represents their fur baby’s personality. And that is the mission of Pet Project LA. It’s our goal to provide pet parents with unique products that allow them and their pets to express themselves.61

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PETBARYOUR ONLY STORE IS YOUR LOS ANGELES STORE – WOULD YOU LIKE TO EXPAND TO MORE STORES ACROSS THE US?For now, it is our main priority to make the LA store everything we want it to be. More than opening up other brick and mortar stores, we want to make sure that we are catering to the modern pet owner in terms of convenience. Having said that, growing our online presence is what we are focused on at the moment. But we shall see. Keep your eyes out for the next Pet Project Seattle or Austin!WHAT SORT OF PET TREATS DO YOU SUPPLY?We carry pretty much every treat imaginable at Pet Project LA. We have everything from bulk treats and chews to gourmet cookies and vegan options for the fur babies. Want some peanut butter? We got it. Need a meat chew? Take your pick. Catering to most dietary needs, the selection of goodies we have for the fur children is a pretty great one, and we believe their taste buds will agree!DO YOU HAVE A PUP OF YOUR OWN? HOW DO YOU MANAGE WORKING FULL TIME AND GIVING ENOUGH ATTENTION TO YOUR PET?Yes! My boyfriend and I have two beautiful, sweet pit bulls named Shakespeare and Angus. Pretty much all of the time, Shakespeare and Angus are at work with me or their dad. We are both business owners, so that makes it easy to bring our babies to work with us. We can always work on spending more quality time with our babies (not staring at a computer screen), but we make sure to give them plenty of exercise and cuddles!WHAT WOULD YOU SAY ARE SOME OF THE BIGGEST CHALLENGES YOU HAVE HAD TO OVERCOME IN BUILDING YOUR BRAND IN THE PET COMMUNITY?Navigating the online world and how to establish a presence on the internet is without a doubt the hardest part of building my brand in the pet community. In regards to our in-store customer base, the Downtown LA market is moving at such a fast pace in terms of growth and it is and always will be a challenge to time marketing efforts effectively and cover all of the bases. These are fun challenges, though!WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE OF THE PRODUCTS YOU CARRY?That question isn’t fair. LOL. But I will say that I am super excited all the time about the new things we are bringing in. I am having such fun in my role as a buyer. In the next few weeks, for example, we will be getting some new denim accessories, some high fashion garments, and some sweet shades for our fur friends. I love that I get to hand-pick small brands from around the world that are now represented in my store. I hope you all like the selection, too!63

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PETBARWHEN DID YOU START UP HAWAII SURF DOGS?Hawaii Surf Dogs began in 2011, when Founder Rocky Canon was teaching regular Surf Lessons at Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu’s North Shore, and was assigned to take a young 5 year old boy for a Tandem Surf lesson(Instructor rides on back of board with child). This boy was so afraid of the ocean he did not want to go. His parents pulled Rocky aside asking if he could “work his magic” and convince him to try it promising a nice gratuity. Rocky tried every which way to assure this boy he was going to keep him safe on the board in the ocean; he wasn’t budging an inch.After about 15 minutes of going back n forth with him Rocky remembered that just the week before, he had been playing at the beach with his 5 year old niece and original Surf Dog, “Pulu”(an adopted male Pit/Lab mix). Rocky was able to have Pulu ride on the very front of the board, with his niece in the middle, and Rocky, the expert, at the rear handling all the controls. To everyone’s delight we were able to all ride a wave safely together on the same board with a dog! Upon recalling this Rocky asked the ocean fearing young boy if he’d like to have a Dog join them on the board in the surf. The boy’s eyes lit up and the first smile appeared as he stated, “If the Dog goes, I’ll go.” His parents were elated so I sped home to get Pulu and we took this young boy for his first ever surf session and he loved it!HAVE YOU ALWAYS HAD A GOOD RELATIONSHIP WITH DOGS?Ever since I can remember, I’ve been fascinated by animals that can respond & relate to us Humans. I do love many other animals, but it’s the accessibility to dogs and the ability to readily interact with them everyday that has made me a “Dog Person”. I admire & respect them which I think dogs can sense and that has fostered the good relationship I have with dogs.HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN SURFING FOR AND WHAT GAVE YOU THE IDEA TO SURF WITH DOGS?I started surfing in 1984 at age 5 at Haleiwa, Ali’i Beach Park on the North Shore of Oahu and successfully pursued Professional Surfing to the height of competing

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PETBARamong the world’s best surfers in the Billabong Pipe Masters 2001-2008. While training for competition, which involves a lot of actual surfing time, I would take my then 2 dogs with me to the beach. “Opio”(an adopted male cattle dog, border collie mix) would sit diligently next to my towel on the beach(no leash required) and wait for me to come back in from surfing. “Pulu” however would try to swim out and follow me into the surf! I had to develop a “Leash with a sand anchor” technique to keep him next to my towel. It then dawned on me that he wanted to be out there with me, but I just needed a bigger board that would support the 2 of us comfortably. I borrowed a friend’s Tandem Surfboard(made for 2 people) and Pulu jumped on the front without hesitation and we rode our first waves together in 2001. So, actually, Pulu was the one who trained me in that instance.WHO ARE THE RESIDENT HAWAII SURF DOGS AND HOW DID YOU TRAIN THEM TO BE ONE WITH THE WAVES?Right now we have Hina(girl), adopted from a “free puppies” ad on craigslist and Kahuna(boy), adopted from the Hawaiian Humane Society.Once again I must credit Pulu the Guru for training Hina, who then trained Kahuna. Dogs speak way better dog language than we do so I intentionally acquired 2 more dogs well before Pulu passed to carry the legacy Pulu had started. We are currently searching our local free dog ads om Oahu to train another Hawaii Surf Dog.DO YOU THINK THAT HAVING DOGS PRESENT WHILE LEARNING TO SURF BRINGS MORE CALMNESS AND CONFIDENCE TO THESE LEARNERS?In a lot of cases, dogs definitely provide that therapeutic assistance when trying a new activity. Dogs also bring a bout a certain novelty and fun when doing a new activity as well.

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DO YOU THINK THAT INVOLVING DOGS IN EVERYDAY ACTIVITIES IS IMPORTANT FOR BUSINESSES?Of course, every situation is different in regards to trying to bring dogs “everywhere”, and careful, methodical research must be conducted for that situation because dogs sometimes get a bad rap for a human’s ignorance when putting dogs in certain situations. But as a Dog Person, I definitely appreciate a business that is dog-friendly.IS THERE A CERTAIN AGE THAT ONE MUST BE TO TAKE PART IN LEARNING TO SURF WITH THESE SURF DOGS?The youngest we’ve taken is 1.5 years old, and upwards into the 60s as the oldest. The most popular age for us is 4-14.THIS UNIQUE EXPERIENCE IS NOT FOUND IN MANY PLACES, WOULD YOU LIKE TO EXPAND YOUR BUSINESS ACROSS HAWAII?I am very surprised that no one else is currently conducting an activity like this any where else in Hawaii, or maybe even the world. I’d love to train more humans and dogs in how to create a successful Dog Surfing business. HOW DO YOU ENSURE SAFETY OF BOTH THE DOGS AND THE LEARNERS DURING THE LESSONS?Safety is our number one priority and as an honorary member of an elite club, the North Shore Lifeguard Association, it’s part of our DNA. Choosing the correct location, constantly observing our ever-changing ocean conditions, and utilizing the correct equipment allows us to provide the safest session for our Guests, and of course our Dogs.HAVE YOU HAD ANY FUNNY EXPERIENCES DURING THE YEARS OF WORKING IN THIS BUSINESS?We definitley have tons of fun with lots of laughs & smiles abounding from everyone watching on the beach whenever we are out surfing. There are also some bloopers from time to time as Dog Surfing does, however rarely, involve a wipeout. The wipeouts can be the funniest pictures & videos though.PETBAR

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HOW MANY PALISOCIETY HOTELS ARE THERE IN LOS ANGELES, AND ARE ALL PET FRIENDLY?There are 6 Palisociety hotel locations in Los Angeles and yes, all are pet friendly. The locations are Palihouse West Hollywood, Palihouse Santa Monica, Palhotel Melrose Avenue, Silver Lake Pool & Inn, Palihotel Culver City and Palihotel Westwood Village.WHEN AND WHERE WAS THE FIRST PALISOCIETY HOTEL OPENED?Palihouse West Hollywood was the first location on the Palisociety platform, and it opened in January 2008 with the other 5 locations following soon after.ARE ALL ROOMS IN THE HOTEL’S PET FRIENDLY OR ARE THERE SPECIFIC ROOMS PUT ASIDE THAT ARE ‘PET FRIENDLY’?We do have specific rooms that are allocated to be pet-friendly in all of boutique hotels, giving people the option to have a room tailored to pets or not.THE HUNTER AND HART RESTAURANT LOCATED AT PALISOCIETY MELROSE IS PET FRIENDLY ALSO – ARE DOGS ALLOWED IN ALL AREAS OF THE HOTEL?If the dogs are both well-behaved and, on a leash, they are allowed in all common spaces of the hotel ensuring owners can bring their best friends everywhere!PETBARIS IT DIFFICULT TO MANAGE A HOTEL THAT NOT ONLY CONSISTS OF HUMAN GUESTS, BUT DOGS ALSO?No, we LOVE our four-legged guests! We have a protocol and procedure for inviting pets into our hotels that includes, a fee of $150 pet stay, a registration form upon arrival and a maximum of one pet up to 30lbs per room. If a room is damaged or super messy, then we will charge for cleaning or repair if necessary.WHY WOULD YOU SAY THE INCLUSION OF PETS IN HOTEL STAYS IS IMPORTANT?For us at Palisociety, our pets are part of the family. We are dog owners also, so we truly appreciate the joy of travelling with our pets (and hotels that look after them).TELL US ABOUT ‘PAWLISOCIETY’ AND WHAT IS INCLUDED!Pawlisociety is a bespoke program for your furry best friend! Our pawesome pet friendly amenities include Plato organic treats upon arrival, luxurious dog beds, plush pet toys, ceramic food and water bowls, courtesy bags for walking your dog, locals’ guide for dog-friendly activities, dog walking services and of course pet-loving staff.WOULD YOU SAY THAT IT IS NECESSARY FOR ALL HOTELS TO BE PET FRIENDLY?I don’t think it is necessary. It is a choice. For us, it’s part of the hospitality we want to offer our guests! We understand the important role pets play in people’s lives and want to ensure that staying at a Palisociety hotel truly feels like a home away from home!72

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PETBAREXUMA PIGSThe ‘ferel’ pigs inhabiting Exuma are known as a wildlife mystery as it was found that the hogs are not native to the Bahamas and somehow just ‘ended up’ on the white sand clear water beach – not a bad place to end up! There are now around 20 pigs on the beach from little piglets to some of the biggest you will ever see. The Bahamian Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources allow tourists to feed these babes fruit and vegetables and only do so whilst in the water. The reason for this is because many pigs have gotten sick from ingesting the sand on the beach so to ensure that they are safe and healthy, being fed in the water finds less of a chance of pigs ingesting the gravel.ROCK IGUANASRock Iguanas are another native wonder of The Bahamas where tourists travel on boats with feeding food and cameras in hand to take in the small reptile’s majesty. These iguanas keep to themselves and are very friendly to its onlookers, especially the ones who feed them. Known for their distinctive thick ringed tail, these animals are found all over The Bahamas and can be confronting in their size, so if you are expecting a small little lizard – think again! They are used to regular human visitors; however, it is important to note that as all native wildlife, some may be less merciful than others so keeping your distance and being respectful is important.INAGUA FLAMINGOSFlamingos are the national birds of the Bahamas and on the island of Inagua get ready to find over 80,000 flamingos and over 140 species of other native birds. The islands flamingo population now outnumbers human inhabitants by over 80 to 1 and The Bahamas places much importance in protecting and preserving these native regal beauties. These flamingos cover almost half of the island and it is in fact the wetland salt production sites here that make Inagua the largest nesting ground for flamingos in the Western Hemisphere.WILDLIFE79

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PETBARSHARKSThere are many spots for shark siting across all of the islands of The Bahamas and the islands house some of the gentlest yet most frightening sharks of the world. Shark populations thrive in The Bahamas and they are the only country in the world that has declared their entire marine habitat a shark sanctuary. There is a known ‘big five’ shark population that inhabits The Bahamas and are shark royalty whereby specific islands will find specific areas to encounter the sharks. The five main shark species include Hammerheads, Oceanic Whitetips, Tiger Sharks, Silk Sharks and Caribbean Reef Sharks.Where to find them:If you are in search of Hammerhead Sharks head to the island of Bimini specifically during the months of December through to April where the warm waters draw these large predators in.Oceanic Whitetips are often sighted on Cat Island and be prepared to travel into the depths of the ocean to sight these creatures.For Caribbean Reef Sharks heads straight to the country’s capital Nassau where you will be sure to sight the species, as well as Silky Sharks where you may also be in luck on the island of Andros for a sighting.To encounter Tiger Sharks, you will need to visit West End Grand Bahama. Experiencing Tiger Sharks in the Bahamas offers one of the most breathtaking shark diving experiences that the country has to offer and be prepared to see a whole pack of them.STING RAYSSting Rays are found all around The Bahamas and there are many opportunities to encounter the sea creatures. Generally, the Crownose stingrays are shy and swim at the surface and when organising a specific guided encounter with the Bahamian Rays, the Crownose are the ones you will come into contact with. Often many of the Bahamas southern stingrays are found on the island of Bimini where tens to hundreds of rays can be spotted. There are many opportunities to get up close and personal with stingrays in the Bahamas and there are many places (Such as The Atlantis Nassau) that offer hands on encounters with the rays allowing you not only to feed and pet them, but swim alongside them too!MARINE LIFEBIMINI DOLPHINSThe island of Bimini houses Hammerhead Sharks as well as many pods of Bimini Dolphins (traditionally known as The Atlantic Spotted Dolphin) that lucky boaters will see bouncing through the waves of the island. These wild dolphins are sure to bring a smile to your face as they dance through the water majestically as you see in movies and they are known to be some of the most playful dolphins in the world. 80

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PETBARMAJOR CAYThis beach, also known as ‘Pig Beach’, is located on the Bahamian island of Exuma and houses a colony of pigs. This experience has become an avid tourist attraction that has led many people venturing to the small island to experience these pigs. The loud, snorting inhabitants of the beach greet you warmly and there are many tour guides that can take you to visit the island and experience these pigs up close and personal in the safest way possible. These tours will usually take you through the Exuma Cays and you will not only get the joy of experiencing these water hogs but also revel in the glorious white sand beaches and cays, say hello to native iguanas and be open to amazing natural beauty.INAGUA NATIONAL PARKThe Inagua National Park is located on the island of Inagua, the third largest Bahamian island with the park covering 45% of the island. The National park houses hundreds of wildlife that is native to The Bahamas and is a specific haven for bird lovers housing West Indian Flamingos, pelicans, the Bahama parrot, ducks, hummingbirds and other bird species found nowhere else in The Bahamas.SWIMMING WITH THE SHARKSThe Bahamas is every diver’s dream, and the Bahamian islands offer some of the best and most unique shark diving experiences in the world and they allow you to experience the sea life creatures with comfort. Many experiences involve basic feeding whether it is chumming or handfeeding or if you would prefer an unbaited encounter, there are many boat tours that will find you sure to see the grey fins from the comfort of a sturdy vessel. Compass Cay marina will allow you to get up close and personal with nurse sharks that gather for free chum. If you aren’t brave enough to jump in and swim, you can find a feeding area where you can pet and feed the sea life wonders from a safe and comfortable distance.THINGS TO DO83

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PETBARATLANTIS PARADISE ISLAND, NASSAUwww.atlantisbahamas.comOne Casino Drive, Paradise Island, Nassau, BahamasAtlantis Paradise Island is not just a place to stay but an experience in the Bahamas. The accommodation is built around a 62-hectare waterpark which includes marine habitats, water slides, river trips and both fresh and saltwater lagoons. The resort offers 11 pools, rock climbing, dolphin swims, comedy showers, a casino, 6 tennis courts, 19 bars and 21 restaurants including Nobu – whether you are with your family or travelling on a romantic getaway this resort has it all and is located a short drive away from the main town of Nassau.GRAND HYATT BAHA MARwww.hyatt.comOne Baha Mar Bvld, Nassau, BahamasLike most resorts in The Bahamas, the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar is full of things to do that you will have no reason to leave. With over 30 dining options, a golf course, tennis court, 6 swimming pools, a wildlife sanctuary, art centre with the Bahamas largest contemporary art collection, luxury shopping and the Caribbean’s largest casino this resort will keep you busy 24/7 – and if all you want to do is lounge on the resort’s beach that’s fine too. THE COVEwww.thecoveeleuthera.comQueen’s Highway, Eleuthera, BahamasThis all-inclusive resort located on the less touristy island of Eleuthera and is the ultimate sanctuary for your Bahamian getaway. The simple yet sweet resort is nestled between sand coves and offers freestanding bungalows to make you feel even more secluded and off in your own little paradise. With complimentary resort bikes, kayaks, SUP boards, island tours and private boat excursions, The Cove is a modest slice of heaven.WHERE TO STAY84

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TRAVELLING CHAPATITHE DOG THAT DOES MORE TRAVELLING THAN WE DO!Owners: Kristina Masalova and Eugene PetrusChapati is originally from Kochi (Kerala, India); now lives in Kyiv, UkraineWe are a family, who started a big adventure in search of a perfect place to live. Before that, I was writing a Ph.D. thesis on Ancient Egyptian religion and Eugene, my husband, was an advertisement specialist. We were not fully happy with what we were doing and one day decided to reboot our lives. As we are very passionate about Asia, we decided to explore as many Asian countries as we could manage. Therefore, we quit our jobs, sold some belongings, let our apartment for rent and searched for the cheapest one-way ticket. India and particularly Kochi was not on our travel bucket list, but it was the cheapest ticket from Kiev to Asia at that time, so we landed there. At that point we couldn’t even suspect that the next day encounter would change our whole life, bringing us a lifetime friend – Chapati.TRAVELINGCHAPATIPETBAR87

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WHAT BREED OF DOG IS CHAPATI AND HOW DID YOU MEET!We had started our biggest life journey from Fort Kochi and planned to stay there for only a few days. However, destiny had other plans, and on the second night, we came across a tiny, dehydrated puppy in the darkness, all alone. We realized she had no chance survive on her own and wanted to give her a chance.On the next day, when overheating and dehydration was already in the past, we started to fight all other problems she had tons of fleas and ticks, parasites, healing her arched leg and giving vitamins for her weak bones. In few more days we came up with the name Chapati. Probably the moment of naming her was the point of no way back: we realized that she is definitely our dog now and we are not going to leave her for anyone else. So, we started to google the subject and believe that it will be possible to take her with us on all the future travels. Then we spent nearly two months in India in order to prepare all required documents for exporting her.At first, we were sure that Chapati is a regular stray dog with lots of different breeds mixed in her blood. But after some time, we discovered that she is so much alike with an aboriginal Indian breed, which is related to Australian dingo. We started to explore more and more about Indian Native dogs (aka Indian Indigenous dog/INDog/Indian pariah dog/Desi dog) and realized that it’s all about Chapati. Afterwards, we made a DNA test, which confirmed that Chapati is at 81.3% Indian Indigenous dog. The rest of her genes are that of a Boxer and Doberman Pinscher, but as you might see she is not that alike with these two breeds, so this small percentage doesn’t have a significant impact. A fun fact about Chapati’s DNA is that it matches a wolves’ DNA on 10%, while regular dog breeds have less than 1% of common with wolves.HOW DID YOU COME UP WITH THE NAME CHAPATI?Her name came to us by itself. We just wanted to use a common Indian word, part of Indian culture. Chapati was our favourite Indian bread and our little Chapati was tiny, thin and tan just like this wonderful dish. In few days we understood that this name makes all Indians laughing. We really liked this effect, so we understood that it’s a perfect name for her.WHEN DID YOU START TRAVELLING AND WANTING TO DOCUMENT YOUR JOURNEYS?Actually, traveling was initially on our plans, not adoption of a dog. Chapati brought many changes to our route: we had to stay much more time in some places, we had to cancel some destinations due to tricky dog export rules and, of course, we had to tighten the purse strings as our budget was initially planned for two, not for three. Still, we didn’t want to miss an opportunity to see as many countries as we could. Our travel visas also dictated its rules: we couldn’t stay in different countries for more than 2 months (or even less in some cases). So, we wanted to travel, and we had to change countries from time to time. As Chapati was already a part of our family, she had to join this plan.At first, we just started to document Chapati’s life from the first days we met. That is how we wanted to inspire people for adoption and to show a good example that moving to a new country is a never a reason to leave your pet behind. Over time these two concepts merged, and we realized that we want to travel more, always having Chapati with us and always making her pictures in all new places.PETBAR89

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PETBARHAVE YOU ALWAYS HAD A LOVE OF TRAVELLING?Me and my husband were always inspired with travelling to new places. Probably this was even a kind of “glue” which finally bonded us so tightly. Still, our first 8 years together Eugene had a fulltime job, so we managed to travel not more than one month (in total) in a year. And like in a many good movies, we first made one small decision and then our life started to change drastically. He quit his job, then we went to a big adventure to Asia, then met Chapati, then she started to change us and our philosophy…. as a result, we now can’t live without travels. Without travels with Chapati! HOW DO YOU HELP CHAPATI ADAPT TO ALL OF THE NEW ENVIRONMENTS WHEN YOU’RE ALWAYS ON THE MOVE?Traveling with a dog is definitely not easy. Each country and city have their own rules and attitude to dogs, which sometimes is impossible to Google in advance. You need to make a lot of ‘paperwork’, you are always limited in places for eating and staying, transportation could also be an issue. It is hard, it is a bit costly, but it worth that. As we have to spend money on Chapati we always try to save when it’s possible. So, we prefer cheap hotels, we use trains and buses as long as it is possible. We don’t have that much of negative experiences because we always work hard in advance in order to decrease all possible risks. So, we never enter those places which are likely not to allow pets. Of course, we had some rejections and were asked to leave, but we could always find an alternative. What is also great is that Chapati is so well-behaved, that we often are let inside those places, which initially don’t allow pets. Traveling with a dog is a big adventure. We had so many escapades, touchy moments and movie-worth adventures together, like falling in love with Chapati, overcoming barriers on the way to adopt her, finding ourselves in the middle of nowhere at night, getting stuck in a town because no public transport allowed dogs there and it was impossible to leave, saving other dogs and being stressed whether those will survive, sleeping with cockroaches or at freezing temperatures, and even some illegal border-crossings and transportations. All these now seems a thrilling dream, yet we miss those times.Speaking about Chapati herself, it was never a problem to travel for her too. First is that we always work hard to maximize her comfort, and we use positive training to overcome her small fears at the very outset. But probably our biggest luck is that Chapi is a true nomad! She adores new places, she has a unique topographic memory, she never feels sick on a transport and she is always happy while we are besides. Such aboriginal breeds, which grew up in the nature or on the streets/villages, are much better used to nomadic lifestyle. So, this symbiosis of our efforts and Chapati’s genetic code could make a perfect travelling dog.90

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HAVE THERE BEEN ANY DIFFICULTIES IN TRAVELLING WITH A POOCH? WHAT IS THIS PROCESS LIKE?Traveling with a dog, especially with a quite big one, has nothing to do with regular people’s travels. You can’t just choose the best cafe in the city, you can’t find the cheapest hotel, you can’t use all possible transportation means or go to any sightseeing. You even can’t go to all countries you’d wish. You’re actually limited in everything! But you get used to it at time. You just start to perceive your trips as a challenge and your traveller’s philosophy changes forever. For example, at the beginning of the year me and Eugene had to go to Portugal without Chapati (she was safely left with my parents, but it was our first trip without her).Only by the end of the trip we realized that we spent all the time like if we were traveling with our beloved babe: we booked only dog friendly hostels, we didn’t go inside any museums (just admired all architecture from outside) and we bought all the food as a takeaway. Because you really get used to this new lifestyle, especially after three years of practice. Still, we couldn’t go with Chapati only because we were limited in time and money, so we had to choose low cost airlines. In any other situation, we would always choose to go by car for all the family to be together.WHAT WOULD YOU SAY HAS BEEN YOUR MOST MEMORABLE TRIP SO FAR?As for now the most nostalgic and sentimental feelings are about our very first journey with Chapati through South-East Asia, when we actually found her. First is that she was a tiny and mischievous girl and these times could never come back. All uncertainty of that period is now also reminisced as being romantic, idealized and full of adventure. But the biggest problem is that we see no possibilities to repeat this kind of experience. Going back to Asia from Ukraine by car would require an enormous amount of money and time. We could definitely forget about the “time” problem, but time in Ukraine is our only option to get money.So, it seems nearly impossible for us. Going by airlines is also not an option, because we know it would cause an enormous stress for all of us. So, yes, me and Eugene are the biggest admirers of Asian culture, we adore India and our dog is a PART of that country, but we can’t go back and admire this part of world in live again! All this brings a lot of dreams and tears at the same time.DO YOU HAVE ANY UPCOMING PLANS FOR TRAVELLING SOMEWHERE NEW?This year we planned to have two-three trips. One short travel to Baltic countries. A 1-2-month journey to the UK and Ireland. And an ambitious plan to go to Morocco by car, crossing the whole Europe and then having a ferry to our destination point. Unfortunately, all those plans were ruined due to COVID-19. Of course, our family also struggles economically during these times, so we just pray for this period to pass as soon as possible.Our family can now travel only inside Ukraine. There are some countries, which still allow Ukrainian tourists, but all of them require flights (because they are not neighbouring). So, as we can’t go by car with Chapati, we prefer to wait for the better times in order to carry out all our plans. Hope that at least in 2021 this will become possible as our life now seems crippled.PETBAR93

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PETBARTRAVELLING TO SO MANY PLACES IN THE WORLD WITH YOUR PUP, YOU WOULD HAVE A PRETTY GOOD IDEA AS TO WHICH PLACES WELCOME PETS WITH OPEN ARMS AND WHICH PLACES ARE NOT SO PET-FRIENDLY. WHERE WOULD YOU SAY IS THE MOST PET FRIENDLY PLACE YOU HAVE BEEN AND WAS THERE ANYWHERE YOU WERE SURPRISED WAS NOT SO MUCH?Unfortunately, there is a huge difference between Asia and Europe, especially western Europe. Countries like Italy are so much dog-friendly, that it’s even impossible to put them in one comparison with cities and places in Asia. So, in Europe, it’s easier to recommend the whole country and it means that it is friendly to dogs in all aspects. Among the countries visited by Chapati, Italy and Germany were the most dog friendly. Speaking about our touristic experience in Asia, Nepal was the most dog friendly. In Chapati’s Motherland India our experience was quite controversial. Places, which were the friendliest to Chapati, are Varkala and Agonda Beach in Goa. We also had a great time in McLeod Ganj and Manali, yet it was more difficult to find a place to sleep there. In Delhi and Mumbai, it was really difficult to find dog-friendly hotels, restaurants, and options for activities, but we found really qualified veterinarians and could make some good shopping for Chapati. So, probably every place has its own pros and cons. And the biggest advantage of Asia is that all beaches are opened for dogs, which made Chapati so happy.Probably our worst experience was at some places in Thailand and in Turkey. It doesn’t mean that the whole country is totally dog-unfriendly, but it was a real challenge to travel with our dog there, especially in capitals.HOW MANY PLACES HAVE YOU TRAVELLED TO IN TOTAL? (IF YOU REMEMBER!)As Chapati became a first four-pawed member of traveller’s community NomadMania, we had to calculate all her visited places and to confirm that she visited all those. As for now, she has been to 30 countries of Asia and Europe, covered 55,000 km and visited 116 different cities. She has also landed on 14 islands, walked near 11 seas and used 16 different kinds of transport so far. Hope that this list will expand soon)I’M SURE YOU HAVE MANY FOND (AND FUNNY) MEMORIES FROM YOUR TRAVELS – WHAT IS ONE OF YOUR MOST MEMORABLE?Our most interesting adventure started when we found Chapati and this adventure is still on its way :-). Out of all those memorable moments, we will never forget our tracking to San Fruttuoso in Italy: due to the weather conditions, all transport was cancelled, and we had to walk in the rocky forest under the heavy rain for nearly 8 hours (without any umbrellas or raincoats). And what is really amazing is that this was probably one of the most romantic and blessed moments of our lives, because we were so happy being all together! Drenched me and Eugene felt ourselves the luckiest people in the world to have such a smart and attached dog, who was also all wet. Nevertheless, love was soaring in that wet air and the whole way we spent dreaming about our future. It actually looked like a happy end of a very tense movie. However, it wasn’t, and many more adventures are waiting for us. 94

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TELL US ABOUT A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A CANINE WELLNESS EXPERT AND ANIMAL SCIENTISTMy day-to-day varies greatly depending what is on the agenda for the day. Most days will start with pick up of that days daycare dogs before coming to the Hound Health Headquarters, getting acquainted with the days visitors before heading out to the park or the beach for the first outing of the day. I generally see hydrotherapy and rehabilitation clients through the day as well which means my schedule is often dictated by what appointments I have for the day. During rehab appointments, the daycare dogs are not left alone, I am lucky that my mum helps me run my daycare and keeps them happy and entertained for the short time I am helping a rehab clien t. HOW DID YOU SETTLE INTO THIS CAREER? HAVE YOU ALWAYS HAD A PASSION FOR ANIMALS?I first became interested in canine rehabilitation when I got a physiotherapist to see my horse and loved that I could work with animals but not necessarily as a vet. Being a vet never appealed to me greatly as there are so many unpleasant aspects of the job. In regard to my passion for animals, I have loved animals from day one. I got my first dog when I was in pre-school and my first horse at 10 years old. I have always been responsible for the jobs associated with having animals, which has never bothered me. I love just being around them!WHAT DO YOU SPECIALISE IN?I specialise in canine hydrotherapy and remedial massage usually used to help rehabilitate dogs after surgery, keep dogs comfortable if they suffer osteoarthritis, or hydrotherapy is a great way for overweight dogs to drop some kilos!WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS ONE OF THE MOST COMMON CONDITIONS YOU TREAT?There are really 3 conditions I most commonly treat; luxating patellas, cruciate ligament disease and intervertebral disc disease.I KNOW WITH MY DOG, THERE WILL BE DAYS WHERE SHE WON’T EAT AND WE GET WORRIED AND STRESSED ABOUT IT – IS THIS COMMON AMONGST DOGS? WHAT SORTS OF SIGNS SHOULD DOG OWNERS LOOK OUT FOR TO KNOW WHEN IT IS NECESSARY TO BRING THEM TO THE VET?All dogs are different when it comes to food - some are greedy guts, where as some are super fussy and will only eat yummy food, and some will really only eat when they are hungry. I would be concerned if my dog had not eaten for a day and I would be calling the vet for advice that evening. I always believe it is best to be safe ratherthan sorry and would prefer for my vet to think I’m paranoid than to have over looked something more serious because I didn’t believe it was an issue.HOW OFTEN WOULD YOU SAY PET OWNERS SHOULD TAKE THEIR PET INTO THE VET FOR A CHECK UP – IF AT ALL?With a young dog I would be visiting my vet at least every year, and possibly once every 6 months with an older dog. And of course if there was ever anything wrong with my pet or they seemed off, I would definitely be going straight to my vet. TELL US ABOUT CANINE REMEDIAL MASSAGES AND WHAT IS INVOLVED IN THIS?Much like human remedial massage, canine remedial massage is a great way to help soothe tight muscles in the body. It also has the added bonus of increasing lymphatic drainage, increasing circulation and decreasing inflammation and swelling. Massage is a great way to help reduce swelling post-surgery while also helping to keep muscles supple, healthy and with good range of motion (which can often be impacted through inactivity). IS THERE ANYTHING THAT YOU COULD RECOMMEND THAT DOG OWNERS SHOULD DO TO IMPROVE THE GENERAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF THEIR POOCH?I think it is vital for dogs to stay fit and active for the entirety of their lives, as daily walks not only help with physical health but also mental health. One big no-no I always tell clients is playing fetch - this is how many dogs rupture their cruciate ligaments. DO YOU HAVE ANY TIPS FOR FIRST TIME DOG/PET OWNERS?Do your research on the breed that you want so you know the requirements of that breed. Just because a dog is “cute” it may not be the best fit for your lifestyle. I would also definitely recommend rescuing a dog from a shelter or even from a breed specific rescue.PETBAR98

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PETBARMETHOD1. Preheat oven to 180C (350F).2. Grill sourdough on a grill, pan, toaster or barbeque until crispy and warm.3. Cut cherry tomatoes cubes/slices and place in a bowl with chopped onion, salt, pepper and sliced basil leaves and mix to combine with the 3 tbsp of oil.4. Take bread off the grill and use around ½ tsp of oil per each slice of bread and spread over top of bread.5. Place tomato mix on top of each bread slice and place in oven for 20 minutes or until tomato starts to brown.6. Take bruschetta out of oven and crumble feta cheese over the top to serve, alongside drizzling balsamic glaze.WHAT YOU NEED:• 2 slices whole wheat sourdough bread• 6 cherry tomatoes• 30g feta• Salt• Pepper • 6 Basil leaves• 1/2 onion (chopped)• 3 tbsp olive oil (and extra for coating bread)• Balsamic glazeWHOLE WHEAT SOURDOUGH BRUSCHETTASERVES: 1CALORIES (1 SERVING): 241103