the pet planet magazine, winter 2011 - central florida edition
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The Pet Planet Magazine is a fun and informative pet resource magazine celebrating our eighth year. We are dedicated to providing a quality publication with a strong focus on community and rescue. Each issue brings you heartwarming stories, interesting articles, and advice from local and national industry professionals and top veterinarians. Our publication is proudly presented with original illustration and photography. Published seasonally; winter, spring, summer and fall with over 150,000 readers per issue, The Pet Planet Magazine continues to grow both nationally and internationally.TRANSCRIPT
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CONTENTS
CENTRAL FLORIDA WINTER 2010/2011
FEATURES
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“PUP”ARAZZIPet Planet “Pup”arazzisnaps photos of the most happening events in town.
PET PLANET PIXPet Planet ReadersPhoto Album
OPERATION PLANET RESCUEWorking with rescue organizations throughout Florida to find homes for pets in need.
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LET FIDO BE YOUR PERSONAL TRAINERDog walkers take a step in the right direction.By Nancy DeVaultAmerican Heart Association
ON A MISSION.The crusade for pet oxygen masks.By Arden Moore
DOG OF THE YEARFrom a rescue to a search dog to dog of the year.By Janet Reineck
PUBLISHER’S NOTE /JONNY HAWKINS’ CARTOON/LETTER BOX
PET POETRY/BARKS & NIBBLESTail wagging recipes for your beloved pets.
BOOK REVIEWOrphans of KatrinaBy Karen O’TooleReview by Debra J. White
ASK A VETBy Jason Palm, D.V.M.
RESOURCEDIRECTORY
Cover Photo by Sam Allen Photographysamallenphotography.com
Pictured: Diesel, 1st Place Winner of Camp Canine’s Photo Shoot Contest. Diesel’s proud pet parent, Hayley Wolk, sends him to Camp Canine, Boca Ra-ton to play weekdays while she works. He’s one good looking Bullie!
REGULARS
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Paws in the Park includes:• Pet Friendly “Business Buddies” & Vendors• Contests • Training Tips • Premiums for Fund-raising Walkers • Prizes for those raising the most money!
A walk for the animals, with the animals!
Hosted by the SPCA of Central Florida
17th Annual “Paws in the Park”
Visit www.OrlandoPets.orgTo register for Paws in the Park
and start fundraising today!
Saturday, February 12th, 20119am to noon
Lake Eola Park, Downtown Orlando
Everyone is invited to help raise money for a very good cause. Remember, all funds stay locally in Central Florida and will be used for all the great programs at the SPCA of Central Florida.
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PUBLISHER Paw Print Publishing Company
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Shannon Henegan-Althin
MANAGING EDITOR Stacey Richard
MARKETING DIRECTOR Seth Richard
PHOTOGRAPHER AND ILLUSTRATOR
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CONTRIBUTING EDITOR
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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Nancy DeVaultArden MooreJanet ReineckDebra J. White
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Dear Editors,This is a picture of Bandit. He was 2-months-old when he was found roaming on a busy street alone. A friend of mine almost hit him with their car, they thought Bandit was a skunk, but when they got close they saw this scared puppy. They could not keep him so we took Bandit into our home and added him to our family. Every-one loves him and he puts a smile on your face. Due to his loving nature and disposition, he will be start-ing community service this week at the Willow Val-ley Retirement Community and making rounds with dif-ferent residents. I know he will fill their hearts with love. Bandit was a sad story that has a happy ending. We are glad that he was found before he was hurt.Lisa Thomas of Lancaster, PA
PUBLISHER’S NOTE
Welcome to all creatures great and small, and Happy Holidays! Our winter issue of The Pet Planet Magazine features a determined 12-year-old Monica Plum. Monica is “On a Mission” to equip local fire departments with pet oxygen masks, because you are never too young to make a difference. We
are happy to bring you a great story on the ASPCA’s “Dog of the Year.” Pearl, a rescue herself, was trained by The National Disaster Search Dog Foundation and was instrumental in many rescues in Haiti’s earthquake aftermath. With a New Year on the horizon wouldn’t it be better to include a healthier lifestyle to our New Year’s resolutions. To help you along the way we have a great article from The American Heart Association entitled “Let Fido Be Your Personal Trainer.” You won’t want to miss this one!
As always, you can count on us to include our readers’ pets’ photos in the “Pet Planet Pix” section. We wish there was enough room for all the great submissions…so if you don’t see your pet’s photo in this edition keep checking our website at www.petplanetmagazine.com to see if your pet is featured on our “Home” page. You will also find our usual slate of goodies such as the tail-wagging recipe in “Barks & Nibbles” and our heart-warming “Pet Poetry.” Debra White shares her thoughts in this issue’s “Book Review” Orphans of Katrina. We feature an array of pet related businesses and organiza-tions that help you and your pet get the most out of life, please be sure to patronize their establishments. Tell them we sent you!
Feel free to send us treats or discipline to: [email protected]
Wishing you and yours a safe and happy winter season. May dog bless us, “everyone.”
From all of us here at The Pet Planet Magazine.
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Currently, we serve 91 needy seniors and their 192 pets. This translates into a monthly distribution of approximately 1,500 lbs of dry pet food, plus canned food and treats when available. That’s a lot of kibble! Our goal is to help as many seniors as possible…to enhance the quality of their lives and keep their pets in homes where they are loved. Good health for people can often be facilitated by the touch of a cold nose or the wag of a furry tail.
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LAKE COUNTYPear Park - Go north on Hwy 27 past Spanish Village, make your first left on University Blvd. Go about one mile; Pear Park is on the left. Proof of current rabies vaccination is required. Fenced in park with one side of the park set aside for larger dogs and another for smaller dogs. Open Daily.
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ORLANDO - DOWNTOWNTake the 408 to the Mills Road exit and turn right to Anderson. First parking area on the right. Park is around back. Urban Wetlands Park is next to a cemetery. Dog Park has a few nice ponds, walking trails and grassy hills.
ORLANDO Barnett Dog Park, 4801 W Colonial Dr. open 8am to 8pm,, 407-836-6248. Turn off Colonial Dr. where you see the giant 4801 Barnett Park sign at the west end of the Fairgrounds. Head north onto Ferrand Dr., then turn left onto Dolores Dr. and go west until the short road ends. You’ll see a small footbridge just north of the parking. Cross the bridge and you’ll find Barnett Dog Park!
WINTER GARDENGo west on Highway 50 toward Winter Garden; turn left on Beulah (street is between Mobil Gas Station and Shirley’s Antiques). Go under the overpass to Beard Street and turn left; Dog Park is on the right, directly behind West Orange High School. Park is fenced in.
WINTER PARKTake 436 to Aloma, left to Lakemont. Turn left; pass by the hospital on the left. Continue straight through two lights, Dog Park is on the left. Park is fenced in and has a nice lake, grassy area, boat ramp, picnic area with grills and bathrooms.
WINTER SPRINGSThe Hound Ground is located in Central Winds Park, 900 SR 434, from Tuskawilla and SR 434, go west to Heritage Park St, right into Central Winds Park. Go left at stop sign and follow to Hound Ground. Opem daily, (closed Wednesday for maintenance). Enjoy lovely views of the lake at this fenced, off-leash dog park, includes separate large dog and small dog areas, training area, water fountains, shade trees, and benches.
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Remmie is a 2-year-old un-spayed female domestic short hair. She likes dogs and children. She arrived on 10/17/10 because her pre-vious owner was allergic to her. Remmie can be found in the CR room with id #169294. Remmie is waiting for her forever home so she can show you how much love she has to share with you. SPCA of Central Florida, Orlando Shelter, 2727 Conroy Road, Orlando, FL 32839 / www.orlandopets.org
#236 is an older male Pit Bull that has been at Second Chance for nearly 3 months. We are hoping there is a rescue group that can relocate him to at least a foster home until a forever home is found for him. We are not set up to hold an animal for this long. The dog is in a 5’ x 10’ cage, and is getting depressed. He deserves a second chance and a real name. PLEASE respond if you can be the one to truly make a difference. Thank you!Gary C. Thomas, Animal Control Officer, Deland Police De-partment. “Second Chance Rescue Program” #386-740-5862 or [email protected]
#250 is a white Bulldog that has been with us since November 4th. Please call or email for details. This sweetie pie is waiting for you to be their forever home. PLEASE HELP!Gary C. Thomas, Animal Control Officer, Deland Police De-partment. “Second Chance Rescue Program” #386-740-5862 or [email protected]
Jamaica is a beautiful black lab with a wonderful sweet spirit. We are estimating her to be about 6-years-old due to her calm nature and tiny bit of white on her chin. Jamaica laid calmly on the exam table as she was given shots and examined, and she even tolerated x-rays, ear cleaning and nail trimming without complaint. This girl gets an A on going to the vet! We placed Jamaica with a couple last spring, however they were unable to keep her due to a change in circumstances and had to bring her back. So, Jamaica is once again looking for her forever home. Could it be with you?Houndhaven, Inc. www.houndhaven.org
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