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OCTOBER 2018 COLUMNS 4 5 7 9 ASK THE TRAINER DOGS IN THE CITY PICK OF THE PACK ASK THE VET F E AT U R E S 6 10 14 16 18 FROM THE CAGE TO THE COUCH A DOG WITH A PURPOSE FALL HIKING TIPS WORKING DOGS SPOOKY POOCH PARADE On the Cover Meet Chance a dog with a purpose shown with Joey Gallagher This Golden Retriever was found as a stray shot and dragging a trap Now this tripod is a certified therapy dog helping students learn to love reading Full story on page 10 Photo by Greg Murray Photography Publishers Karen Uthe Semancik Mark Brabant Columnists Jennifer Baker Pick of the Pack Lisa R Stunek Ask the Trainer Amanda Roush Dogs in the City Contributing Writers Jami Kinton Ann McDonald Susan Spisak CLE DOG magazine is published monthly by GoFetch Media LLC P O Box 40172 Bay Village OH 44140 Copyright 2018 GoFetch Media LLC All rights are reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior written permission Unsolicited articles are invited but the Publishers reserve the right to edit any and all materials All materials submitted to CLE DOG are considered to be CLE DOG property and unconditionally assigned to CLE DOG for publication and copyright purposes ADVERTISING INFORMATION Karen Uthe Semancik Karen cledog net 216 598 6361 PHOTO SUBMISSIONS Mark Brabant Mark cledog net 440 785 4136 Join our email newsletter list at CLEDOG net

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BEHAVIOR BY LISA R STUNEK A New Puppy Now What o you have a new puppy how exciting But at the same time how overwhelming You probably have many questions about chewing potty training and getting your new furry friend to sleep through the night Face it you have a newborn And while your new puppy doesn t come with an owner s manual there are plenty of resources available to help make this transition much easier for both of you Getting your puppy into a training class as soon as possible is a great way to start Trainers are a wealth of knowledge in helping you through the first critical months Most training facilities start puppy classes when your puppy is between 8 to 10 weeks old Did you know that one hour of mental stimulation for your dog is equivalent to three hours of physical exercise And a tired puppy is a good puppy There are many benefits to training your puppy or dog First you are setting up expectations and parameters for your dog s behavior You are telling him what you want him to do not constantly telling him what NOT to do Training helps him learn that if he does a positive behavior such as sit and not jump on people he will be rewarded with a treat or praise By setting guidelines early you are setting your puppy up for a future of good behavior It is important to set the expectations early in the relationship with your dog By using positive reinforcement training you develop your dog s learning potential Being consistent in giving cues to your dog is critically important to his learning process By teaching your puppy to master cues he not only learns to solve problems but to control his own behavior The result is a dog who is confident and understands how to fit in with his family 4 All things DOG in Northeast Ohio It is important to remember there is an optimal window of opportunity for socializing your puppy The initial window begins at 6 weeks The second primary opportunity is from 3 to 5 months of age During these periods it is crucial to get your puppy around other dogs and other people so he is comfortable in social settings It s been shown that socializing a puppy early on can be critical to the psychological health of an adult dog There are specific classes offered to set your puppy up for success in social settings A Household Manners class teaches your puppy how to handle strangers petting him how not to jump and how to remain calm and to focus on you when around other people or dogs There are also benefits for your puppy simply to be around other puppies and just play Perhaps most importantly training affords you and your new dog a designated time each week devoted to just hanging out together and bonding Training creates a mutual trust between you and your dog and enriches the relationship you two share Your puppy will start to gain confidence in himself as you reinforce his sound decisions and good behavior Your confidence in your puppy will increase as you see him doing what you expect him to do And your confidence in yourself will rise as you see how YOU are turning your puppy into a wonderful member of your family Training is a win win Lisa R Stunek is a trainer at CLErun Agility Training Center in Valley View and was previously an Accredited Trainer through Petsmart for eight years She and her dog Lacy live in Northfield Center with their three cats

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AROUND TOWN BY AMANDA ROUSH BELLA MIA from Dog Life in CLE There s nothing better than when fall comes around and the costumes come out If you feel the same way then you don t want to miss Tricks Treats at Crocker Park in Westlake From 12 4 p m on Saturday Oct 27 it s Halloween fun for the whole family Dress up your canine and your kids for this event There s a pet costume contest at noon and the 5 registration fee benefits Cleveland Animal Protective League Then at 1 p m trick or treating for the two legged kids starts And when you re all done stop by the other event happening simultaneously at Crocker Park Shop Market Cleveland This event is from 10 a m 5 p m at Market Square and it s an indoor market with local shops and boutiques Dog Life in CLE with be vending at this event so bring your pooch and get a jump on holiday shopping Visit doglifeincle com for more dog friendly places and events in CLE or email doglifeincle gmail com with questions October 2018 CLEDOG net 5

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From the Cage C uch to the S avannah now Coco Savannah arrived at Rescue Village very underweight and extremely timid She was a transport from the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter originally found as a stray always with her tail between her legs The Rescue Village team went to work to get this scared and skinny pup out of the shelter environment and into a home A few weeks after she arrived Rescue Village took her to an adoption event and her forever family walked in and chose the 3 year old Pitbull mix In a few short months Coco Savannah gained 30 pounds She loves going on adventures cuddling on the couch toys and running laps in her Stow yard Mom Jennifer said Coco Savannah dances and bobs her head when she sings to her and dad Dennis is her very best friend Now her tail is always wagging 6 PetPeople is proud to sponsor From the Cage to the Couch As your neighborhood store for pets we are deeply committed to supporting local nonprofit animal related charities Come bring your rescued pets into one of our nine Northeast Ohio stores for natural wholesome and nutritious foods and treats to help them thrive in their new life Partners With Paws of Lorain County Inc raises funds for pets in need like Pete Saving homeless pets four paws at a time PartnersWithPawsOfLorainCountyInc www PetPeopleStores com www PartnersWithPawsLC com All things DOG in Northeast Ohio

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PRODUCTS BY JENNIFER BAKER FALL WALK ESSENTIALS Fall is a great season in Northeast Ohio and the perfect time to take your dog and check out the metroparks Before you head out check out these great products to make the walk more enjoyable for you and your pup Start with a sturdy comfortable collar and leash LupinePet s products are made in the USA with great attention to detail Available in a variety of unique patterns both the collars and leashes come in three different widths for a great fit no matter how big or small your dog is The buckles are sturdy enough not to break but designed for a quick release if your dog gets tangled with something The leashes also have a comfortable padded handle for those unexpected squirrel alerts No walk would be complete without poop bags Earth Rated poop bags are sturdy enough to hold the ickiness but are also biodegradable They are a generous 9 x 13 and available in larger sizes too Walking with poop is never fun but the lavender scented bags do make it a bit more pleasant And the handy carrier clips right to the leash so you won t forget them Another great choice for leashes is the Fargo Fleece Co These paracord leashes are hand made in Fairview Park and are available in two lengths Each strand is rated for 550 pounds so they are extremely strong If you walk two dogs check out the splitters designed to handle two dogs with one leash Unless your dog routinely wears boots a regular application of paw balm is a must Located in Medina the folks at Gaughan Bee Dancin make Bee Silky Paw Foot Balm A natural paw wax made from a blend of organic shea butter beeswax and organic oils Bee Silky will keep paws from drying and cracking year round It is also great for human hands Jennifer Baker is owner of Grateful Dog Bakery in North Ridgeville an all natural dog and cat supply store featuring an in store dog bakery She is the proud mom of five dogs and one cat To contact Jennifer email news gratefuldogbakery com or follow gratefuldogbakery on Instagram October 2018 CLEDOG net 7

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Chance has a real calming effect on students when they sit and work on their reading or writing Labuda said Students are able to focus on their work by simply keeping a hand on Chance and petting him while they work Labuda said the students don t worry about making mistakes when they read because Chance won t judge them They also work harder because they don t want to let him down They know what Chance has been through It s really impressive to see them read to him said Labuda s team teacher Rachel Gallagher Chance has a mailbox at school so students can send him tail mail Labuda said Chance reads each and every letter and personally responds to all his fan mail with a positive message Greg Murray Photography Chance goes to school with his mom Heather Labuda every Friday Labuda is a Title 1 tutor at Brook Park Memorial Elementary School in Brook Park part of the Berea City School District and Chance is certified with Therapy Dog International The boxy headed Golden lends a paw to about 100 students in grades kindergarten through four every week helping them gain confidence with their reading and writing son said Kim Klooz Malik hates anything to do with writing but is eager to write a letter to Chance after school He always comes home beaming with pride when he gets a response back Students aren t the only ones Chance helps Gallagher said the Golden seems to sense when a staff person is having a bad day and he ll linger a little longer to share some dog loving But life wasn t always this golden for the now 3 1 2 year old Retriever Back on a cold day in November of 2016 Chance was found as a stray in Lorain He had a gunshot wound to his back left leg and was dragging a trap on his front left leg The skinny burr covered and fleainfested dog was found by a Good Samaritan and taken to Lorain County Animal Emergency Center by the Lorain County dog warden Malik Klooz with Chance at a Paws for Reading event held at The Natural Pet Enrichment Center One student who Chance has a special bond with is Malik Klooz The fourth grader started working with Chance last year and Malik s mom has seen a big difference in her son Chance has made learning positive for my Due to infection and the injury to the back leg it had to be amputated Another surgery was done to amputate a front toe crushed by the leg trap He was 35 pounds underweight The staff named him Chance and hoped at that time he would pull through so someone could give him a second chance at life The staff stayed by Chance s side throughout it all and despite the pain and suffering humans caused him he never attempted to bite and always took food gently He seemed to know they were there to help when no one stepped forward to claim him He had no identification tags or microchip The Lorain County Dog Kennel signed over responsibility to the clinic who started a Go Fund Me account for Chance s medical expenses The staff also decided at that time they would be the ones to find his perfect forever home Labuda saw Chance s story on a local TV news station She couldn t get his poor sad face out of her head She had grown up with Goldens and loved the breed Her mom took the family s dog Gabby also a therapy dog to school with her Labuda inquired about Chance without telling her husband Doug Labuda told the clinic staff she was looking for a dog with a purpose Her name was added to the growing potential adopter list She broke the news to Doug believing this dog was meant to be ours She filled out the application and waited for some news Around Christmas they found out they were one of 10 families being considered In early January they met Chance for the first time during a visit to their Summit County home A few days later the phone call came they were chosen to give Chance his forever home Within six months Chance received his therapy dog accreditation and shortly thereafter he started going to school with Labuda The change is apparent and this school district understands how Chance helps meet their students social and emotional needs Our students see in Chance resiliency and that October 2018 CLEDOG net 11

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love can help overcome challenges in life said Trish Kukura administrative intern at Brook Park Memorial Elementary School He fosters a sense of acceptance and calm whenever he is around When Chance isn t inspiring young readers he s learning new tricks He s an AKC certified tricks dog and will do any trick for a treat said Labuda He also loves bananas peanut butter in his Kong and Benebones Chance has four fur siblings Lucy and Eugene both senior Shih Tzus and two cats named Lilly and Bodie but his BFFs are Gabby and Daisy a Golden Retriever and mix pooch respectively who live at his grandpawrents house Dog owner at a glance Heather and Doug Labuda dog parents to Chance the Golden Retriever Breeder or Shelter Rescue Chance was rescued and then adopted by us directly from the Lorain County Animal Emergency Clinic Flexi or Web Leashes Definitely web leash Regular or Raw Feeding I value the advice of the staff at The Natural Pet Enrichment Center in North Royalton They suggested Dr Gary s Best Breed Grain Free Salmon and then we add Honest Kitchen dehydrated foods to his food They also provide us with an abundance of choices for treats and toys Free Feeding or Fixed Meal Schedule Fixed meal schedule twice a day followed by a piece of banana for dessert Chance sits in the kitchen props himself up against the cabinets and waits to remind us Your Bed or Dog Bed Chance has three orthopedic beds in the house two of which are in the bedroom but most of the time he prefers to sleep on the cool floor He doesn t have an interest in getting on furniture or on our bed and with only one leg in the back we don t encourage it The bed he spends the most time in is the one right alongside our bed He waits until everyone else is in bed and will then go to that bed for most of the night Dog Park or Metropark There is a pond and a park right in our neighborhood so that s where we walk Chance with Heather Labuda and Student Damien Prado Less than two years after that cold November day when Chance was rescued Labuda said that physically Chance is doing great He did water therapy to strengthen his back leg and increase muscle tone She and her husband watch Chance s weight closely and they go for walks regularly But Chance still has some mental obstacles to overcome There is still some evidence of his past and we are working on that Labuda said He seems to have insecurities with dogs he doesn t know so we keep him enrolled in dog classes as much as possible Classes not only help him mentally but they also help to create positive experiences being in close proximity to new dogs Sometimes you have to go through some difficult times to find your purpose If you d like to keep up with Chance you can subscribe to his blog goldtrap tripawds com or you can follow him on Facebook dogwithapurpose Doggie Daycare or Daily Walk We go for walks each morning before leaving for work and then usually again at night sometimes even in the dark when the neighborhood is quiet his favorite time At least once a week all three dogs go to my parents house which we call doggie daycare and they play with the two dogs there Trainer or Homeschool We wouldn t be where we are without the help of our trainer Chris Lantzer at Woofwise Dog Training We ve taken obedience classes tricks classes and even tried our hand at Rally Chris has played an important role in Chance s education and as a result Chance is a Canine Good Citizen Therapy Dogs Internationalcertified therapy dog and both Novice and AKC Novice and Intermediate Trick Dog We continue to take classes to help boost Chance s confidence around dogs he doesn t know We have to be careful so that Chance doesn t harm his remaining back leg so wearing him out mentally at dog class has really helped to keep him healthy and happy Plus he LOVES to go and learn new things Pet Sitter or Boarding GRANDPARENTS We are so lucky to have my parents to watch the dogs when we go away or have long days at work When our three dogs go to my parents once a week they play on and off all day big dogs and little dogs and come home exhausted Purebred or Mix Chance is a purebred Golden Retriever 12 All things DOG in Northeast Ohio

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OUTDOORS vid hiker and outdoorsman Dr Frank Krupka of Avon Lake Animal Clinic said hikes with Brutus his 5 year old Cavachon Bichon and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel mix are his family s favorite way to spend time together He shared some of the guidelines they follow when hitting the trails owners and it is also safer for all other park patrons Dr Krupka said to make sure you know ahead of time the general habitat you ll be hiking through Are there physical hazards such as ponds and fallen brush Will others be traveling through the same area Are there any health concerns you may encounter If so keep your dog on a lead and of course check for ticks after your hike This is the only area within the parks that dogs can be off leash Sgt Walsh said Sgt Walsh said if owners want to have their dogs off leash and interact with other dogs he recommends K 9 Meadow Dog Park just east of Lake Metroparks Farmpark on Chardon Road in Kirtland It s a fenced in area for dogs to run and is separated into small and large dog areas It even has a pond that dogs can jump into Other ways to help keep hiking dogs safe is to bring a first aid kit The Boy Scout in me always says Be Prepared Krupka said A simple first aid kit is recommended to be at the very least in your car Longer distance hikers should have a doggie first aid kit with them For dogs who may have trouble getting along with other dogs on the trail Dr Krupka suggests working with a trainer and trying a trainercoordinated pack walk Although most recreational hikes don t require a food source bring the treats anyway And of course bring water Pets not good around others can often learn by watching the pack in action Dr Krupka said You have to be mindful of others and not ruin their walking time with their pets We have to have good verbal control of our pets when out in public A simple biscuit may be needed at times to help encourage a pet to mind the rules of hiking Dr Krupka said A water bottle can be shared between human and pet with a small collapsible bowl Dehydration is nothing to make light of and prevention is the key Dr Krupka said working at home with simple verbal cues will help on the trail With Brutus he uses a small food reward hand praise or verbal leave it Dr Krupka said know your pet s limitations and honor them You can always head out again next weekend Dr Krupka and Brutus Every day is a training day Dr Krupka said Repetition and consistency is key when training a dog Just like people Krupka said the longer the hike the longer pets need to recover Sgt Walsh said he hopes to see as many pups as possible on the Metroparks 60 miles of walking trails this fall Lake Metroparks is one of many dog friendly parks in Northeast Ohio but they still have rules If we are talking distance miles or hours in the field then we need to allow muscles to rest and for pets to regain their strength Dr Krupka said Daily short hikes will help to strengthen the human animal bond and your dog will encourage you to take to the open road as often as work will allow We don t recommend we enforce that all dogs be leashed while within the parks Sgt Walsh said This is For the safety of the dog and the Dr Krupka said most pets have the ability to hike much farther than their human counterpart He finds that age and frequency of hiking is Good trail planning and picking appropriate trails to build the dog s stamina should always be considered Sgt Walsh said The younger pets do not have the stamina and the more active pets find more enjoyment in the adventure than the weekend warrior hikers Dr Krupka said For rough terrain Dr Krupka warns about feet and pad concerns Some dogs may not tolerate boots so use caution You may need to limit outdoor exposure as the weather turns cold Awareness of your surroundings is key when evaluating the safety of the hike Dr Krupka said Sgt Michael Walsh of the Lake Metroparks Ranger Department said dog owners should consult with their vet to ensure their pet is physically capable up to date on shots and has a good immune system before engaging in regular hikes He also suggested brushing up on obedience training and trail etiquette more a determining factor than breed It seems more than ever before people are out and about with their dogs taking in the sights and the advantage of walking and hiking Sgt Walsh said It s wonderful Jami Kinton is dog mom to Snowball CLE DOG s cover model for February 2018 When she isn t taking Snowball to his next modeling assignment you can find her voicing radio commercials for Q 104 and hosting games for the Cleveland Indians October 2018 CLEDOG net 15

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October is National Service Dog Month so we re honoring these dogs their handlers and two organizations that train service and assistance dogs WORKING DOGS Providing the Gift of Independence and Support By Susan Spisak I m the luckiest person in the world said Wendy Crann executive director of Working Animals Giving Service for Kids W A G S 4 Kids The reason she s so blessed Who gets to change people s lives This Berea based nonprofit has placed nearly 90 mobility assistance and autism spectrum disorder ASD service dogs with children with disabilities since Wendy and her husband Ed Crann registered W A G S 4 Kids as a 501 c 3 in 2004 She s an animal trainer he s a former special education teacher and they outlined the concept at their kitchen table how s that for grass roots Their dogs are trained with hand and verbal cues in task specific areas and also provide therapeutic emotional and physical support Speaking of training this nonprofit read Wendy wrote the awardwinning Accredited Cell Dog Training Program used by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections for the W A G S 4 Kids inmate dog training programs at Grafton and Mansfield correctional institutions The carefully screened and well trained inmate trainers guide their mobility assistance and ASD service dogs through their first two years of life before they re matched with a child They ask families 16 All things DOG in Northeast Ohio He and wife Angie Slarb have noticed other progress While Jacob remains mostly nonverbal he has said a few words including mom Jacob s also sought out Ryken during a melt down and petted the soft dog for comfort once calmed he broke into a laugh And a lifesaving plus since Jacob is prone to wandering his parents can tether him to Ryken who will make like a statue if the boy attempts to bolt Jacob s not the only one who s benefiting from a service dog Emily Cikra s a spunky 36 six year old Bay Villager and has a Lab Golden service dog named Dash from the national Canine Companions for Independence CCI organization She has congenital muscular dystrophy and uses a motorized wheelchair due to her limited range of mobility She applied to CCI for her service dog a few years after graduating from Wright State University Her reason was simply put He just seemed an easy way to be more independent by not relying on family and friends for easy tasks Jacob and Ryken While they began training their handpicked pups Standard Poodles Goldens and Labs as mobility assistance service dogs for children 18 and under Wendy said their phone started ringing for ASD service dogs They listened to the calls and began their journey down that path she believes they re pretty much the national leader in placing ASDappropriate animals for autistic children but they won t place any service dogs outside their 22 county Ohio zone at this time dad Jason Slarb Just the fact that Jacob literally didn t sleep in his own bed for two years then Ryken s very first night at their home Jacob slept in his own bed in his room all night with just Ryken there eight hours to fundraise 9 000 toward the budgeted 27 000 cost of purchasing vetting and raising the dog Another plus Wendy believes they re changing the lives of incarcerated trainers Certainly for two former inmates who now run the W A G S 4 Kids training programs in those facilities One area child who has had a W A G S 4 Kids ASD service dog for several months is 7 year old Jacob Slarb His Golden named Ryken is slowly opening the world for this nonverbal autistic boy We ve seen some beautiful moments said his amazed Emily waited until after college to apply for her dog because she was no longer daunted by CCI s detailed application collgere papers cured her of those nerves There s good reason its apps are comprehensive the staff is meticulous in pairing teams They ve matched 5 000 dogs to adults children and veterans with disabilities free of charge since they were founded in 1975 Case in point Emily is a laid back gal and was paired with the lowkey Dash six years ago Their connection was instantaneous when she met the 2year old at the nonprofit s North Central

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Training Center in Delaware So pleased with Dash and her CCI experience Emily now volunteers for the nonprofit speaking to school children and civic groups educating them on CCI She Emily thinks of her life in terms of pre Dash and post Dash While she lives with her folks for practical reasons she has a career in marketing with a firm on Cleveland s west side and Dash is there at her side She appreciates the independence he s Emily and Dash What is a Service Animal While a service dog inspires confidence serves protects and assists her handler she is a working animal not a pet That said a service dog may become her handler s best friend and is invaluable to her According to the American Disabilities Act or ADA the work or task a dog has been trained to provide must directly relate to the handler s disability The dog must be certified with the ADA so she can enjoy all rights as a service animal including access to all public places and being allowed in all housing regardless of pet policies explains the group uses volunteers who nurture their breeder pups Goldens Labs and mixes thereof Puppy raisers socialize and teach basic obedience then professional Canine Companion instructors teach the dogs commands that support their work as assistance dogs CCI s umbrella term for the dogs they place service hearing facility and skilled companion animals brought to her life and calls him a gift he not only performs tasks but draws attention away from her disability He really bridges the gap between me as a disabled woman things about me that are intimidating He has magical powers he makes my wheelchair disappear For more info and to see all upcoming events for W A G S 4 Kids and CCI visit their websites at wags4kids org and cci org The types of services and tasks these dogs perform are growing as needs arise For example a guide dog safely steers her blind handler while a hearing dog alerts her deaf person to sounds like a smoke alarm A diabetic alert dog senses blood sugar changes and tips off her handler A seizure response dog presses an alarm or barks for help when her handler is having a seizure An autism service dog calms those with Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD A PTSD service dog interrupts nightmares and provides support to her handler in crowds A mobility assistance service dog pushes door buttons and retrieves items for her wheelchair dependent human and or provides physical support Daycare Cage free Boarding Training Pack Walks EVENTS A full service facility offering a safe and clean environment for play training and boarding N J O I LUB C E TH 30400 Lakeland Blvd Wickliffe 440 516 0510 clubk9ofwickliffe com Ask about our pooch parent TRIPS to Put in Bay The Cleveland Flea SERVING LAKE COUNTY SINCE 2009 October 2018 CLEDOG net 17

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t n t Miss Even October s Ca THE SPOOKY POOCH PARADE FESTIVAL OCTOBER IS ONE OF THE BEST MONTHS FOR DOG LOVERS IN CLEVELAND EVEN THOUGH SUMMER MAY BE OVER THIS MONTH IS ALL ABOUT HALLOWEEN AND THE PARTIES GO ALL MONTH LONG One Halloween event you don t want to miss is the Spooky Pooch Parade Festival from 12 30 3 30 p m on Saturday Oct 20 at Kaufman Park in Lakewood 15450 Detroit Ave This tradition brings out Cleveland s most creative dog owners who dress up their dogs and often themselves in some of the best costumes you ll see this Halloween Spooky Pooch is free to spectators but if you want to walk in the parade with your dog in costume you ll need to pay a registration fee Dogs that walk in the parade can win prizes for their costumes Categories this year include Best Dog Child Best Dog Adult Best Dog Group Spookiest Pooch and Best in Show Each category winner receives a trophy and the Best in Show winner receives one year s worth of free dog food courtesy of Pet s General Store Last year s Best in Show winner was Spaceship Martians two small dogs dressed as Martians within a spaceship made out of a Little Tikes turtle sandbox Ian Andrews executive director of Lakewood Alive the organization that coordinates this annual event 18 All things DOG in Northeast Ohio says that it s hard for him to pick a favorite among the creative costumes each year There have been so many outstanding costumes over the years Andrews said A few that come to mind include a pug dressed as ET in his owner s bike basket a larger dog converted into a kayaker complete with kayak paddles and life vest and a family that pulled off the cast of Star Wars with their dog as Chewbacca The creativity of Spooky Pooch Parade participants never ceases to amaze me The parade will start at 2 p m but spectators will start lining the streets early so don t be late if you want to get a view of the costumes There will also be kids games and dogrelated vendors including rescue groups and other nonprofits offering dog products and services You can pre register online for 10 per dog or pay the day of fee of 15 per dog Find out more at lakewoodalive org Ann McDonald is a writer dog foster and dog mom to two rescue dogs You can find her writing about her dogs dog friendly activities and dog rescue at dogsinthecle com By Ann McDonald DOG COSTUME TIPS Although we all love a great dog costume it s a good idea to consider a few things when deciding what to dress your dog up as this Halloween 1 Consider your dog s temperament If you know he will likely wiggle out of the costume or be too uncomfortable to move it may not be a good idea to outfit him in an elaborate costume Keep it simple or use him as a prop in a family themed costume that doesn t require much of a costume for him You can always opt for a fun fall or Halloween themed bandana or collar Also many Halloween events especially the Spooky Pooch Parade are very crowded and there are a lot of kids that may want to pet your dog If you think your dog may be uncomfortable in this type of environment it s probably best to stay home and do your own photo shoot 2 Consider the temperature October is an unpredictable month in Cleveland It can snow one day and be 80 degrees the next Last year s Spooky Pooch Parade was particularly hot Please keep in mind the temperatures when deciding whether to deck your dog out in a heavy robe or some other thick layer of fabric Dogs especially short nosed ones can overheat quickly 3 Don t leave your dog alone in a costume This is especially important if he is wearing a hat or something that could block his eyes nose or mouth and make it hard for him to see or breathe Also keep an eye on your dog to ensure nothing is too tight or uncomfortable Make sure he can move freely in his costume Watch for buttons or other objects that could become a choking hazard

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PET CREMATION SERVICES INC By Karen Uthe Semancik As the days get shorter and the temperatures are as crisp as a hand picked apple it s time to harvest a fresh fall tip for keeping your pets happy and healthy this autumn pumpkin As you re trying out new recipes with some canned pumpkin don t forget to add some to your pooch s food bowl One hundred percent canned pumpkin not the pumpkin pie variety is good for your pet s diet The soluble fiber in pumpkin can help with digestive issues and additional nutrients found in pumpkins such as betacarotene and iron might reduce the likelihood of your pet developing cancer Try mixing 1 2 teaspoons of canned pumpkin in your dog s food a few times a week I have a cat who likes it too Of course check with your veterinarian to make sure this occasional treat is okay for your pet and if so here s an easy no bake recipe to try that you can nibble on too NOW SERVING THE GREATER CLEVELAND AREA Pet Cremation Services Inc was founded in 1996 on the principle of providing the public with an honest and reliable service after the loss of a pet Over the years veterinarians and pet owners have been loyal to our company because of the dedicated service provided by our employees Our service area covers 43 counties in Ohio We recently opened a branch office in Wickliffe due to the number of requests in the greater Cleveland Akron Canton and Youngstown areas We always have the respect and dignity of the pet in mind Our Motto is For The Dignity Your Pet Deserves Custom Urns Available PRIVATE COMMUNAL CREMATIONS TIMELY RETURN OF ASHES Pumpkin Oatmeal Dog Treats 1 cup pumpkin puree 1 4 cup peanut butter 2 1 2 cups rolled oats 1 4 cup water 1 Add pumpkin peanut butter oats and water to a large bowl and stir to combine 2 Form mixture into 1 inch balls and roll each ball through additional oats 3 Place treats onto a rimmed sheet pan and refrigerate until firm about an hour Recipe adapted from GoodHousekeeping EXCLUSIVE OFFERING Custom Made Glass Jewelry Memorial Tributes By Lee Guttentag WWW PETCREMATIONCOLUMBUS COM Have your vet call us to oversee your pet s cremation or contact us directly Wickliffe 440 347 0950 Toll Free 800 669 7629 October 2018 CLEDOG net 21

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OCTOBER HOWL O WEEN PARTY CHILI COOK OFF Sunday Oct 7 11 30 a m 3 p m at Brecksville Reservation s Oak Grove Pavilion in the Cleveland Metroparks This event is a benefit for Golden Retrievers In Need GRIN Costume contest 1 or 2mile fun walk chili cook off and reunion for the group s rescue dogs from Turkey Cost is 5 15 per person For questions and to register email development grinrescue org 11th ANNUAL SPOOKY POOCH PARADE FESTIVAL Saturday Oct 20 12 30 3 30 p m at Kauffman Park 15450 Detroit Ave Lakewood This dog friendly festival parade and costume contest is a family tradition with kids games dog related vendors and rescue groups Pre registration for the parade is 10 per dog Multiple dog discounts available Rain or shine event Proceeds benefit LakewoodAlive For the event schedule to pre register or for more info visit lakewoodalive org TRICKS TREATS Saturday Oct 27 Noon 4 p m at Crocker Park Westlake This dog friendly event offers a costume contest live entertainment kids trick or treating food trucks adoptable pets and more 5 fee for the pet costume contest benefits Cleveland Animal Protective League For the schedule of events visit crockerpark com POOCH PARTY AT PETPEOPLE Sunday Oct 7 Noon 3 p m at PetPeople in Avon 35901 Detroit Road Join Love A Stray for an adoption event Come visit do some shopping and hang out with dogs available for adoption Please visit loveastraydog com for more information HO L IDAY S RUNNING WITH THE BULLIES 5K Sunday Oct 7 beginning at 8 a m at Dublin Community Rec Center 5600 Post Road Dublin This annual event includes a Bulldog Run Frenchie and English 5k Run 1k Walk and the Buckeye Bulldog Family Reunion Picnic afterward Fees range from 10 35 Proceeds benefit Buckeye Bulldog Rescue an all Ohio rescue Visit buckeyebulldogrescue org for specific race times and costs Adopt a Dog Month Adopt a Shelter Dog Month National Pet Wellness Month National Pit Bull Awareness Month National Service Dog Month National Walk Your Dog Week October 1 7 National Black Dog Day October 1 National Fire Pup Day October 1 National Pit Bull Awareness Day October 27 TH E B A R K E TP L A C E ADOPT VOLUNTEER FOSTER LOVEASTRAYDOG COM October 2018 CLEDOG net 23

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