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Remember the book: “Everything I Really Need To Know I Learned in Kindergarten?” It talked about things like sharing and boundaries and being fair and taking naps and cleaning up after yourself and the im-portance of milk and cookies. I think we can agree that there is merit in these lessons. Well, the same is true if we were to consider what animals teach us every day. If you were to pause for one minute right now, before reading any further, and consider things of importance your pets teach you every day, what would they be?

You’ve heard the saying: I wish I were the person my pet thinks I am. Animals teach us that we are lovable no matter what! If I learned to loved myself half as much as my cat loves me, it would be one of my greatest accomplishments in life.

The unconditional love of animals urges us to consider that there is always something to love in everyone. We can learn a lot

about how to treat others (and ourselves) based on how our animals treat us. Ani-mals teach us to love without judgment or conditions.

Thich Nhat Hanh , Zen Master, spiritual teacher and peace activist said this: “It’s very important that we relearn the art of resting and relaxing. Not only does it help prevent the onset of many illnesses that develop through chronic tension and worrying, it allows us to clear our minds, focus and find creative solutions to problems”. Animals embrace this concept by resting until they feel like playing and playing until they feel like resting. Oh and they eat treats in between. Animals teach us to take time to rest.

Have you ever noticed how when dogs are brought outside for a walk, they go imme-diately on high alert? They look around in every direction to see what’s going on in the world and take it all in as if to say ‘World,

what do you have in store for me today?” They take a good whiff of whatever is in the air, they wag their tail and get super excited about moving forward into the day. Every day is a celebration to our animals; they delight in everything they find and do. Animals teach us that life is an adventure and there can be joy in every moment.

Animals can save us and heal us. Whether as a service animal who can sense blood sugar levels or other health irregularities – physical and mental, or a loyal companion that sits patiently by your side when you are troubled, our pets have an innate ability to sense our challenges and to cheer us. Personally, when I need a good pick me up, a funny animal compilation on You Tube can do wonders. You just cannot be sad when you see a baby elephant playing in the mud. Animals teach us to laugh.

Animals live entirely in the moment. They don’t feel guilty about the past or fearful

about the future. They focus on and appre-ciate whatever is in front of them. Worry-ing is only natural and most of us will spend moments concerned about something, but it’s alarming to consider just how much time people spend wor-rying. When you add it up over time, it ac-counts for a large chunk of our lives. If we took our cue from animals, we’d worry less and accept and appreciate more. Animals teach us that it’s possible to be in present moment.

There are so many reasons to love all ani-mals. That they teach us the most impor-

tant things in life is just one of them! So as you move through your day, remember this: it’s ALWAYS a good time to receive love, touch, and special treats. You de-serve it.

Corinne McKeown is a longtime animal advo-cate. She directs a Disaster Animal Response Team in Western MA – and is a Farm Sanctu-ary Legacy Society member. Corinne is real estate broker who specializes in working with Seniors and their families on the North Shore, and donates a portion of each commission to the animal organization of her clients choice.

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It’s every budding equestrian’s dream to someday own his or her own horse. But how do you know you’re ready to purchase or adopt a horse? And how do you know you’re getting the perfect match?

Are you ready?With all of the lessoning, leasing, and casual riding options out there, never feel in a rush to purchase or adopt. Ensure first that you have a basic understanding of safely handling a horse and an understanding of what goes behind equine care. This may seem simple but oftentimes takes years to garner the necessary knowledge to con-fidently own a horse, and I think any of us longtime horse owners would say we’re still learning. Additionally many lesson stables do not have a focus on behavior/care and more so (at best) groom, tack up, and ride…

but there’s so much more! Ask what goes on behind the scenes; the vet, farrier, training, etc., you’d be surprised the time and village it takes to maintain a good horse.

Beyond the day-to-day commitment, horses have a lengthy lifespan. Be sure you’re ready to commit 20+ years if you’re looking at a younger horse as “30 is the new 20” in equine lifespan and care. It is also our duty as responsible horsemen and horsewomen of the world to provide a lifetime of sup-port beyond when a horse is a viable riding partner. This sometimes can mean years of retirement support.

With that village and time comes cost. Apart from your necessary costs of board, farrier, vet, and dental, you have variable cost in what training/lessons you take, tack, equip-ment, and supplies you need, and a contin-

gency for when your horse inevitably needs an emergency call. If you’re lucky enough to have your own horse-friendly property there is still grain, hay, shavings, mainte-nance, and manure removal at a minimum to consider. A horse can easily cost $1,000/month to maintain, especially in this area of the country where full-service board aver-ages about $700. Think about $1,000/month for the next 20 or so years, get a little sticker shock, and continue…

If any of the preceding information made you pause, fear not, your dream of loving a horse is not demolished. Take lessons and learn! Be a part of your barn beyond your one-hour slot. Do a lease to see if going out to the barn multiple times a week and the payments work for you. If not, there are still plenty of horses in need at various local rescues looking for volunteer support

to scratch your equestrian itch. But let’s say you are a “Go”, what’s next?

Before you shopPrior to taking on the onslaught of online ads and in-search-of responses, ensure you have back-up. Get a knowledgeable friend or trainer to help you search and tag along on visits. It’s great to have another set of eyes while checking out a horse to see if they catch issues you didn’t, to keep you grounded when you get overly excited about the wrong match, or to push you to say yes when you waffle after meeting The One.

Select a boarding facility or ensure your own property is ready to take on a new horse. Many purchases and adoptions hap-pen rather quickly so you’ll want to ensure all is prepared for a new addition. Make sure you’re comfortable with the cost and the care. If you’re happy, your horse will likely be happy too.

Most importantly, narrow your search range. Literally and figuratively. If you can’t travel and/or don’t want to pay for shipping, decide the miles you’re willing to go for your search. Beyond that, there are thou-sands of horses for sale or adoption in your area at any given time so having a “wishlist” is a great way to keep your search realistic. When I say wishlist, many people think height, age, breed, color, but it’s strongly recommended to think goals and needs. What are you looking to get out of this part-nership? Do you want something safe and steady to give you confidence? Or an athlete to take your riding to the next level? While it’s great you saw a pretty, big, young Thor-oughbred just like your Olympic idol has, that doesn’t make you an Olympic athlete. It also can lead to a dangerous combination of an under-utilized horse and over-horsed rider which leads to frustration and safety concerns for both horse and rider. You want to be able to enjoy your partnership, espe-cially if this is your first horse, and it’s hard to enjoy something you’re afraid of! There are a lot of older hidden gems out there with a ton of knowledge and confidence to give in their golden years. Older horses make great introductory horses usually due to

their own training base and allowing you to navigate horse ownership for the first time on a shorter timeline.

Seems like a lot? Owning a horse is a lot, but luckily there is a vast community out there to help including the staff at the MSPCA at Nevins Farm Equine/Farm Animal Program. Please join us in September for a Horse Shopping/Ownership 101 Lecture for a

more thorough explanation of the points made in this article and the shopping pro-cess itself or reach out to us at [email protected].

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Squeals of joy, giggles, and terminal cuteness. Miniature horses effect children of all ages. Upon a first encounter with these magical animals, reactions vary, but there are always emotions of delight. The miniature horse is a tiny version of the big horses. Miniature horses are not ponies. The pony is a different breed.

Miniature horse were first bred in Europe in the 17th century by cross breeding certain smaller than average horses. While in Eng-land they became a favorite of nobility who bought them for their children to play with. Minis were also used by the gypsies in travel-ing circus shows. The remains of miniatures horses have also been found in the tombs of Egyptian kings and queens suggesting that they have been around and valued for quite a long time.

Their popularity grew and the breed came to America around 1880. They had been used

in England working in the coal mines. Due to their small size, stamina, and strength they were imported and worked in the Appala-chian coal mines until about 1945.

Today miniature horses, often called minis, are growing in popularity and their uses are many and varied. Their natures are often sweet, and encourage cuddling by little tikes and grand-parents alike. Multiple generations have embraced the idea of having one or more of these little horses in their backyards as pets.

They are becoming more popular with the older generation. Many senior riders who have ridden large horse now find the need to scale back on their riding. But they are not ready to give up their “equestrian passion.” When we come to the point in our lives where we need to say good-bye to our large horses, it is a very difficult decision. Most horse people’s world revolves around their horses. When they must leave for various reasons, the emptiness can be a tremendous emotional

experience. These playful little minis have been filling that void. They are tiny (under 38 inches at the end of their mane). They eat very little, are easy to care for and do not need a large area. Many people keep them in the back yard. They are very versatile and can be trained to drive a cart and carry one person on a long trail ride.

***WARNING*** It is almost impossible to have just one mini. They become additive and a single mini needs a friend.***

Soon the grandchildren will be learning to ride on a mini. Minis can carry a small child who weighs about 40 pounds. Many parents and grandparents take great pleasure watch-ing their youngsters develop the life skills necessary to care for and empathize with a miniature horse.

Older children and adults have been showing the minis in various classes in horse shows. In addition to driving competitions, the minis

excel at showmanship, jumping, obstacle courses and trail classes to name a few.

So when the time has come for adults to hang up their spurs there is a great alternative for them to still enjoy working with a horse – a mini horse.

Minis also have the distinction of being known for their compassionate visits to nurs-ing homes and schools where they bring big smiles and happiness to the residents and students. Minis are very approachable and due to their size are not intimidating. These minis are dressed up with ribbons in their manes and sneakers on their hooves (to avoid slipping on the floors).

Additionally, they have been used as therapy animals for the blind and emotionally chal-lenged. Their average life span is 30-35 years so they have a longer life span than a therapy dog and that provides the person more time to develop a lasting bond with their guide animal.

Minis have so much love and joy to give to people of all ages. It brings a smile to your face just watching them cavort in the yard. Bystanders point and laugh when they see a person walking the mini down the street. Often doing a double take to make sure of what they have just seen. No, it is not a dog! It’s not a pony. It’s a miniature horse.

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The Power of MinisBy Kathryn O’Brien


Summer is a fun time to get outdoors and do things with your dog. Gone is the cold, snow and ice keeping you and your best friend housebound. Recognizing that our dogs are learning all the time, it is important to set our dogs up for success by using man-agement and training to ensure positive ex-periences. Here are some tips to make sure everyone has a safe and happy summer.

Visitors Galore

Your dog may not have seen many visi-tors over the winter, but with the warmer weather comes more time to gather with family and friends. Keep your dog’s comfort level with new or less familiar people in mind. Some dogs are social butterflies and love company. For these dogs, making sure they are kept from jumping on visitors with the use of a leash and some treats can be important.

If your dog is shy around new people, take introductions very slow. Use baby gates and leashes to create separation. Reward your dog for quiet, calm interactions with new people. If your dog relaxes and shows signs of wanting to interact, then proceed to hav-ing the new person offer some treats tossed on the floor. Eventually, if your dog wants, you can have the person offer the treats from the hand. Always give your dog the choice of moving away or leaving the space if that makes them feel more secure.

The Back Yard BBQ

Who doesn’t love a good barbeque? Your dog probably does too! Be cautious of foods that can be too rich or dangerous for your dog. If it is important for your dog to be

present during the event, try using a leash or long line to be sure you know where your dog is at all times. If you know you won’t be able to supervise your dog, have him hang out inside with a special, long lasting food puzzle like a frozen Kong toy with dog food, cottage cheese or wet kibble.

Safe Hiking or Running with Your Dog

Getting outdoors and reconnecting with na-ture is one of the best pastimes of warmer weather. Sharing these adventures with your dog is a special time, providing great exercise for owner and dog alike. Take a few steps to be prepared so you can both enjoy your hikes and runs.

• Start with shorter hikes and runs so your canine companion can get used to the added exercise.

• Leash up with the right gear! Be sure to use a long line to keep track of your dog in the woods and on trails. This is an important safety piece especially as you and your dog work towards better off lead control. For running, try using a leash that has some give to it such as a bungee leash.

• Bring lots of water for you and your pup. Hydration is important for you both!

• Pack some basic first aid supplies for emergencies like a cut pad if you are hiking. Helpful items are: a pet first aid guide, a muzzle, rubber gloves, emer-gency blanket, thermometer, betadine solution, tweezers, sterile solution, bandage material and antihistamines.

Parades, Concerts and Events

Large scale events like parades, concerts and festivals are common in the summer-time. While it may be tempting to bring your dog along for the fun, you should think about if this is really in your dog’s best interest. Most parades, concerts and events involve crowds, loud noises and startling or unexpected things (think - the high school band marching by or a juggling clown!) These things can be frightening and overwhelming to even the mellowest pup. Sometimes the best thing for everyone is to leave your dog at home where he can be comfortable and relaxed.

With some advanced planning and prepa-ration, summer can be a wonderful time for you and your dog. When we consider the health and general well-being of our canine friends as part of our summer plans, everyone stands to have a happy, positive experience.

Our training classes focus on general man-ners which can make outdoor, summer fun more enjoyable. If you wish to see our cur-rent class listing, please visit www.mspca.org/nevinsdogtraining. The MSPCA is a 501 c3 non-profit organization serving the animals and people of the Merrimack Valley and North Shore. We rely on support from our communities to help support our work caring for the thousands of animals we see each year at Nevins Farm.

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(BPT) - Chances are, you consider your animal companion part of the family. You care about what your pet eats, and you want what’s healthi-est for everyone, including your pet. You also

may care about promoting a healthy environ-ment and using products that are eco-friendly and good for all of you.

There are many ways you can provide for your four-legged friends while making responsible choices for the environment, from where you find your pets to how you care for them.

Adopt your pet

Adopting your pet from a local shelter helps ani-mals in your community. One great resource to find a new pet is www.petfinder.com, which also provides useful information about local shelters and opportunities to foster pets or volunteer. And having your cat or dog spayed or neutered helps to reduce the number of pets unable to find a home.

Feed your pet responsibly sourced and sus-tainably produced food

Look for companies that use responsibly, sus-tainably sourced food that also provides high-quality nutrition for your animal companion. For example, Purina ensures that ingredients in their pet food serves a nutritional purpose, and they know how and where each ingredient is grown or raised.

Purina is moving toward 100% zero waste for disposal by 2020, and is also committed to making 100% of their packaging reusable or recyclable by 2025. Today, 80% of their packag-ing in the U.S. is recyclable. To learn more about the company’s commitment to the environment, visit www.purina.com/sustainability.

Use renewable and biodegradable pet prod-ucts

No matter what pets you have in your home, you have to deal with waste disposal. For cat owners, cat litter has seen a green revolution in recent years. For an earth-friendly option, you

can choose Purina’s Yesterday’s News Cat Litter, which is made from recycled newspaper.

For dog owners, many brands of biodegradable bags are available for scooping up feces when you’re on daily walks.

If you care for animals like guinea pigs or ham-sters, you can find eco-friendly bedding made from products like biodegradable, compostable recycled paper fibers or wheat straw. Check the labels to ensure the materials are biodegradable.

Find earth-friendly grooming products

For bathing your dog, plenty of pet shampoos and other grooming products are made without fragrances. Dogs have a strong sense of smell, so added chemicals can easily bother them. Look for pH-balanced soaps and shampoos contain-ing no alcohols, sulfates, parabens or other pre-servatives. These options will not only prevent irritation or allergic reactions in your dog, but will make the bathing experience more pleasant for you as well.

If you use a groomer, ask what products they use, and if their products are not natural, ask if they’d let you bring products you are more comfortable with.

Play with recycled pet toys

Jumping on the sustainability bandwagon are plenty of dog and cat toys using recycled products or renewable natural resources. For example, you can find many dog chews or tug toys made from hemp fiber or canvas - with minimal packaging. Look for toy and product labels that tell you what materials are used and whether the products are eco-friendly. As with all toys, ensure that it is safe and appropriate for your specific pet based on his or her unique play style.

For cats, DIYers can find great satisfaction creat-ing inventive cat jungle gyms using items like recycled wood pallets and carpet scraps. It’s a good feeling to provide your pets with products that will not only keep them safe, but are good for the planet as well. When choosing to buy products for your cat or dog, ask or research the company on the internet to find out more about the recycled or reclaimed materials used, or how they were processed, to ensure they’re safe for your pet.

Today there are many choices for pet owners looking for food, toys and other supplies made in an eco-friendly way. No matter what pets you share your life with, you can help the planet by choosing responsible, sustainable products that will provide them with a healthy, happy life.

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Calling all canines for a stroll around the Broadway loop! Dress your pet in beach attire or bring them au natural. DJ Ralphie B will be spinning fun tunes and doo wop music for everyone’s enjoyment!

The parade will begin in front of the stage on Broadway. Prizes will be awarded to the winners in the following categories: Best in Show, Best Dressed, Best Look Alike, Best Pound Pup. All participating pets will receive a “doggy bag” including a chance to win prizes donated by the event’s spon-sor: Kurgo Products of Salisbury. For more information go to mysalisburybeach.com or contact [email protected]

PARKS MUSIC FESTIVAL CELEBRATES INDEPEN-DENCE, PARKS AND COMMUNITY

The Newburyport Parks Conservancy (NPC) and Newburyport Parks Department are thrilled to present the fourth annual Americana Rhythm & Roots Festival (ARRF). This free, community-focused music festival will be held July 6th from 1:45-7pm at Newburyport’s majestic Waterfront Park. All proceeds from the concert will help fund the city’s 26 beautiful parks. The event celebrates “Our Parks, Our Community” in honor of Independence Day.

The musical lineup promises to be the best yet, featur-ing top Americana performers: local fingerpicking wiz guitarist Quentin Callewaert, rocking blues band Walk That Walk, award winning Americana music rock n’ roll-ers Sarah Borges and the Broken Singles and multiple award-winning Americana band, The Gibson Brothers. The War and Treaty headlines the show, a powerful rhythm & roots, folk, soul and gospel act nominated for two prestigious Americana Music awards, for emerging act of the year and duo/group of the year. They will be featured on CBS Sunday Morning on Memorial Day. The Americana Rhythm & Roots Festival is Newbury-port’s 4th annual party in the park. The fun will include music, dance performances from the New Hampshire Academy of Performing Arts, food from local favorites such as Metzy’s and Lexie’s Burger Bus as well as a beer garden and wine. There will be fun for the kiddos too since Theater in the Open will be back with face paint-ing and TITO the giraffe. This year’s event is ending an hour early to encourage event-goers to enjoy dinner at the many food establishments in downtown Newbury-port.

The event is free, but guests that want an exclusive experience can purchase VIP tickets and enjoy the concert from two VIP areas. The Firehouse Center for the Arts balcony serves a fully catered buffet of compli-mentary food, beer and wine where concert-goers can get the best view of the show. The VIP lawn tent gets you closer to the music, providing lawn chairs right up front, along with complimentary snacks, beer and wine. Tickets can be purchased at http://newburyportparks.org/vip-seating.html. In conjunction with ARRF, “Party in the Park” raffle tickets that support 26 city parks may be purchased for $10 each at the Chamber of Commerce, www.newburyportparks.org or at any of our 14 participat-ing parks’ sponsors. A list of places to purchase tickets can be found on the website. The grand prize is a fully catered party for 30 in one of Newburyport’s parks with music, flowers, tent, tables, chairs and linens. “Festival attendance has grown steadily since year one, but it is still a wonderful, home-grown, community building event,” says Parks Director Lisë Reid. “We are excited to welcome WXRV/92.5 the River as a media partner this year and anticipate their involvement will mean even more neighbors from around the North Shore will join our own residents to enjoy this great, family event at Waterfront Park.”

Many community businesses make the festival possible including community leaders Bentley’s LLC, Institution

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In this 90-minute presentation, we will explore ways in which adults can create better relationships between kids and dogs. We will look at body language in dogs and how kids can influence our dog’s behavior for the better, or worse. We will be teaching kids how to evaluate dog body language to tell if it is a dog they want to interact with or not. Most importantly, we will also exam-ine ways that kids can play with dogs and take care of pets in the home (looking at what kids can help with given different age groups and maturity levels!)

This seminar is geared for parents and guardians who live with kids and dogs, or professionals who are looking for new ideas to integrate into their training program.

Kids over the age of 10 are welcome to come, ask questions, and learn techniques with two dogs we will be providing. We will have trainers on hand to help supervise in-teractions appropriately. There will be some demonstrations with dogs so please leave your dog at home.

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TAILS & ALES – A SAMPLING OF CRAFT BEERS

Join us for a craft beer tasting fundraiser like no other!

Choose from dozens of brews to sample, enjoy tasty treats from our visiting food trucks while meeting some of our adoptable companion and farm animals. Where else can you find a new favorite beer while pet-ting a goat or hugging a rooster?

Guests at our “can’t miss” summer event will

also be treated to music, raffles, cool Nevins Farm gear to purchase, root beer floats and fresh fruit to round out your fun . . . all for a great cause.

Tickets always sell out well in advance (tickets will not be available at the door) –

so mark your calendars and get your tickets early!

Date: Saturday, July 20thLocation: MSPCA at Nevins Farm400 Broadway Methuen, MA 01844Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM


*Coupon can not be applied for prior purchases. Coupon cannot be combined with any other offer.

$5 OFF*Any purchase of $25 or more5 OFF* $10 OFF*

Any purchase of $50 or more10 OFF* $25 OFF*

Any purchase of $100 or more25 OFF*

Shop us online at www.statelinepetsupply.com

Guaranteed Lowest Prices…

&EXTRASAVINGS

EVERY DAY!We carry a full line of supplies for

dogs, cats, small animals, domestic and wild birds, fish and reptiles

137 Plaistow Road,Route 125, PLAISTOW, NH

603-382-6873STORE HOURS: Monday–Saturday 9–9, Sunday 9–6

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