1. No category

pets
pets
California
July 2015
Sacramento’sBestFriends
Sacramento’s
A second chance
Wilton-based rescue group is
about more than saving birds
13 ways to go green with your pet
As the weather heats up, beware of algal
blooms -- which can be toxic to dogs
The New 2015 Subaru Forester
2.5i CVT
413
23
2
34
13
$
,
4 at tth
hiiss
sale price
Model Code FFA-01. Stk/Vin# 6958S/FG597281,
7334S/FG811732, 7335S/FG594382, 7339S/FG835762
In The Elk Grove Automall • Sales 877.538.0407
8581 Laguna Grove Dr.
Get Intelligent Pricing Online at www.elkgrovesubaru.com
All prices plus government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer government fees and taxes, any dealer document processing charge,
any electronic filing charge, and any emission testing charge. All prices good through close of business on 7/31/15.
THE HOME OF EVERYTHING’S INCLUDED ®
The Perfect Home for You and Your Best Friend
Dream Home. Dream Life.
&
We know that for you, home is where your pets are.
That’s why our homes in Roseville are fit for any size
at WestPark
family. Take walks with your four-legged friends to
3033 Village Center Drive, Roseville
nearby shopping areas, dog parks, and pristine fire
1,210 – 2,316 sq. ft. • 3-4 bedrooms • 2-2.5 baths
hydrants. Our beautiful homes offer unique floorplans,
From the low
$
charming neighborhoods, and excellent schools, plus some
300,000s
with low maintenance yards.
&
Big or small, striped, spotted or no
hair at all, every member of your
family will fall in love with our homes
in Roseville!
108 Vista Verde Court, Roseville
2,361 – 3,491 sq. ft. • 4-5 bedrooms • 3-5 baths
From the mid $
400,000s
866.333.5181
Price is subject to change without notice. Stated dimensions and square footage are approximate and should not be used as representation of the home’s precise or actual size. Renderings
are conceptual in nature and merely an artist’s rendition. These renderings are solely for illustrative purposes and should never be relied upon. Models shown do not reflect any ethnic/racial
or breed preference. Lennar Homes of California, Inc. License #728102. Lennar Sales Corp. California Bureau of Real Estate License #01252753. Copyright © 2015 Lennar Corporation.
All rights reserved. Lennar, the Lennar logo, and the Everything’s Included logo are registered service marks or service marks of Lennar Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. 2/15
IN THIS
ISSUE
6
8
14
16
19
23
Case of the Month: UC Davis dermatologists treat a fungal infection in
a Vizla’s ear.
Donna Costley’s Second Chance Bird Rescue is a labor of love.
With Water Conservation effecting all of us
today why not make the smart choice with
Smart Turf!
Smart Turf offers the most
comprehensive turf installation
system for pets. When used together,
the Ultimate Drain System and
Envirofill create the highest
protection against odor, germs and
bacteria available.
A wide varity to styles to choose from!
Call us today for more details!
(916) 922-2200
DGBV.com
2280 Fair Oaks Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95825
Pets and their owners love Smart Turf!
4
JULY 2015 | CALIFORNIA PETS
Thirteen ways to go green with your pet.
Calendar: From pet adoptions to evenings in the park, we’ve got
you covered.
Discoveries: See what new trends and treats are available for your
best friend.
Toxicity of the Month: As the weather heats up, be on the lookout
for blue-green algae.
Publication manager
Managing editor
Advertising
Paul Corsaro
Coco Baker
Dee Dahl
Writers
David
Allen Brown
John Bigley
Steve
Milano
Paris Permenter
Diane Krieger Spivak
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Designers
Joel Frierson
Dianne DiCarlo
Pat Fiegle
California Pets is published monthly by The Sacramento Bee’s Advertising
Division. This publication is distributed via the U.S. Postal Service and home
delivery of The Sacramento Bee in select ZIP codes in the Sacramento area.
To advertise in this publication, please call (916) 321-1307. Send press
releases to [email protected].
Main office
2100 Q St.
P.O. Box 15779
Sacramento, CA 95852
Everything For a Healthy, Happy Pet
Huge Selection of Dry, Canned, and Raw Foods
Save on All Brands of Dry
Dog and Cat Food
$2 Off
4 lb. to 10 lb. bags
$3 0ff
11 lb. to 20 lb. bags
$5 0ff
22 lb. and larger bags
Limit 2 bags per coupon. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Expires 8/15/2015
10% Off
Your
Purchase.
Excluding dog and cat food
.
Valid on regularly priced merchandise. Cannot be combined with other offers, sales, or discounts.
Expires 8/15/2015
Use Our
Self-Service
Dog Wash for
$5
Not Available in Auburn
Expires 8/15/2015
VIP PetCare Community Veterinary
Clinics offered every weekend!
Auburn - (530) 885-7711
Carmichael - (916) 481-7741
Grass Valley - (530) 272-7701
www.incredpets.com
Greenhaven - (916) 421-7711
Roseville - (916) 786-7701
East Sacramento - (916) 451-1199
Family owned and operated since 1995.
CASE OF THE MONTH
UC Davis dermatologists
successfully treat Vizsla’s
ear infection
B
eing a Vizsla, 4-year-old Rosie is a very
active dog that enjoys the outdoors. More
than a year ago, she got a foxtail — a barley-type wild grass — caught in her ear. Covered
with microscopic projections, foxtails can pose
severe health risks to dogs, as they migrate into
tissue causing allergic-like reactions and infections. The foxtail in Rosie’s ear had to be removed
under anesthesia, and what followed required her
to be brought to the UC Davis Veterinary Medical
Teaching Hospital.
After the foxtail removal, Rosie’s ear continued
to have a recurrence of a dark waxy build-up, with
mild inflammation and historical Malassezia, a
fungus naturally found on the skin of many animals. Rosie’s owner brought her to the VMTH’s
Dermatology Service for further evaluation. A CT
scan showed a clear middle ear so VMTH dermatologists removed the accumulated debris with
flushing and suction using a video-otoscope.
Video-otoscope technology allows clinicians to
see into an ear canal using a state-of-the-art oto-
scope with a fiber optic camera system that projects images onto a large screen, such as a computer monitor. The scope helped the dermatologists more precisely remove the debris in Rosie’s
ear. Samples of the debris removed with the videootoscope were examined under the microscope
and revealed evidence of a fungal infection.
Fungal and bacterial cultures of the debris from
Rosie’s ear confirmed that the ear was infected by
a fungus known as Aspergillus niger, which can
lead to serious health issues if not treated properly. Rosie was placed on antifungal medication, and
the clinicians discussed long-term antifungal
treatment options with her owner, as those would
take several months to clear Rosie’s condition.
“We tried oral and topical medications which
resulted in minor improvements over two
months,” said Dr. Catherine Outerbridge, DVM,
THESE CATS
DACVIM, DACVD, Associate Professor of Clinical
Dermatology at UC Davis. “We then decided to
have Rosie come in frequently to be able to use
the video-otoscope to more effectively flush her
ear and instill specially compounded antifungal
medications into that ear.”
Over the course of about six months, in addition
to an oral and topical medication regimen done at
home, VMTH dermatologists performed multiple
flushes of Rosie’s ear using the video-otoscope,
which required Rosie to be sedated.
Each procedure showed a marked improvement
with lessening of the fungal build-up. Finally,
almost a year after her initial encounter with the
foxtail, Rosie’s ear was clear of the fungus.
About the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital
The William R. Pritchard Veterinary Medical
Teaching Hospital at the University of California,
Davis — a unit of the #1 Nationally ranked School
of Veterinary Medicine — provides state-of-the-art
clinical care while serving as the primary clinical
teaching experience for DVM students and post
graduate veterinarian residents. The VMTH treats
more than 48,000 animals a year, ranging from cats
and dogs to horses, cows and exotic species. To
learn more about the VMTH, please go to
www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/vmth.
their dogs
rivercats.com
proud triple-a affiliate
6
JULY 2015 | CALIFORNIA PETS
Our mOSt pOpular dOg fOOd
• Safe, healthy, and natural
• Manufactured in the United States with
US-sourced ingredients (except our lamb,
which comes from New Zealand)
• Free of corn, wheat, gluten, by-products
and chemical preservatives
• Easy-to-digest
• Safe from foreign contaminants
• Nutritionally dense, supporting healthy pets
and satisfying owners with cleaner yards
• Rated 5-Stars by dog food advisor
• Never recalled – 20+ years and counting
• Local and friendly – our knowledgeable
Kibble Specialists are happy to help
• Very competitively priced
• Locally owned and family-operated
SElEct claSSic
nutrition rEcipE
Healthy • Natural • Convenient
For 20+ years this has been our
top-selling product. Why? Dogs
love the combined flavor of
chicken and lamb. With fresh
ingredients, none of the “bad
stuff” and made right here
in the USA, your dog
deserves the best!
ExcEptional nutrition for your pEt and convEniEnt for you!
Save On yOur firSt Order
pluS free delivery !
*
$
$35 order
minimum
*
5 Off
your first order
Use coupon code
“calpets” to saVe!
Order online today!
www.nsnorcal.com
or call
916-576-8019
A SECOND
CHANCE
Donna Costley’s Wilton-based
rescue group is about more
than saving birds
D
By David Allen Brown
onna Costley saves parrots. And in a very real way, the 35 parrots she cares for on her five-acre
sanctuary in Wilton save her. Costley operates Second Chance Bird Rescue out of her home and of
the 35 birds she has inside and outside of her sprawling ranch home, 12 of them cannot be adopted.
But each one of the Amazons, cockatoos, conures and macaws she cares for also care for her as she
continues to process her grief.
In 2012, her son Christopher Schmidt, wife Diana, and their three young children were killed in a fiery
vehicle crash in Nebraska while moving back to California from Washington, D.C. The grief for the mother
of six was unbearable. She retired early from a Veterans’ Administration job in Fairfield in 2014 and then
moved to Wilton with her husband, Gary, on a parcel large enough to accommodate the birds, and a
remembrance garden for her family members she lost in the crash.
“(The birds) are therapy for me,” Costley said on a blazing June afternoon as she showed a couple of
visitors her menagerie that also includes dogs, cats, chickens, goats, a turtle and peacocks. “My doctor
told me it was either work or my health. I chose to retire.”
Please see next page
8
JULY 2015 | CALIFORNIA PETS
continued…
Her full-time job now is caring for the animals and fielding prospective adoptive owners for the
parrots. Because many of the parrots she has were abused, Costley is careful in selecting whom to
allow to adopt. She performs a home inspection to make sure the birds will be healthy and safe in
their new environment and coaches the new parrot parents on what can be toxic to parrots, such as
the use of Teflon-coated cookware, incense and candles.
At her Wilton sanctuary, the more delicate birds are kept in large and well-appointed cages in a
three-car garage. The larger parrots are kept in one of 12 10-foot-by-10-foot outdoor aviaries that
were originally meant to be dog kennels. The aviaries have roofs and floors made of stepping stones
to protect the birds from diseases found in the soil, as well as making daily cleaning a lot easier,
Costley said.
Each morning, Costley rises and begins the hours-long process of cutting fruits and vegetables
and combining the meals with specially formulated feed pellets and nuts for each of the parrots.
Before feeding time she cleans and maintains each cage, then makes sure the parrots have fresh
water and finally delivers the munchies.
“I go through $600 a month in feed bills,” said Costley, whose Second Chance Bird Rescue
operates as a non-profit. “I spent $200 just this week in walnuts.”
But the birds seem to appreciate the effort and expense. They all perk up as Costley makes
her way through the lines of cages. She talks to each one and calls to them by name. Some have
featherless bodies from neurotically tearing out their plumage. Others flinch or hiss at visitors,
still traumatized from past owners who, for example, taped them up with duct tape and used
them as footballs. That’s just one of the terrible stories Costley relates to visitors. But the most
common reason for surrenders is owners
passing away and the family members
either not able to or willing to care for
birds that can live into their 60s.
The oldest bird Costley has is a 42-yearold Moluccan cockatoo named Hoagie.
There’s also a pair of blue-front conures
named Amigo and Joey who Costley estimates are at least 30.
She affectionately calls them her “grumpy old men.”
Before Costley rescued parrots she started fostering some birds with
the intent to just keep a few. But she fell in love with her first foster bird,
Princess, a peach-colored Moluccan cockatoo, and decided to keep her.
It was a “foster failure,” Costley joked. Princess will enjoy the rest of her
life in a huge cage with plenty of food, toys and love.
Please see page 11
CALIFORNIA PETS | JULY 2015 9
The
The Health
Health Food
Food Store
Store for
for Dogs
Dogs and
and Cats
Cats
“The single largest contribution you can make to
your pets’ health and longevity is the quality
of food you provide for them!”
W
We
e ssupply
upply tthe
he llargest
argest iinventory
nventory o
off R
RAW
AW ffood
ood iin
nN
Northern
orthern
California.
C
alifornia. W
Wee w
will
ill N
NeveR
eveR sstock
tock a
an
n iinferior
nferior p
product
roduct
iin
no
our
ur sstore.
tore. Y
Your
our p
pet's
et's h
health
ealth iiss o
our
ur h
highest
ighest p
priority.
riority.
We
We offer
offer all
all n
natural
atural fl
flea
ea aand
nd ttick
ick p
products,
roducts, n
no
o cchemicals.
hemicals.
IIt's
t's ssimple,
imple, fi
fixx ttheir
heir n
nutrition
utrition aand
nd sstop
top tthe
he sscratching
cratching
aand
nd llicking.
icking. C
Come
ome iin
n ttoday
oday tto
o rreceive
eceive a ffree
ree
cconsultation
onsultation tto
op
put
ut your
your p
pet
et o
on
n tthe
he
road
road tto
o optimal
optimal health!
health!
We accept
cal,
original, lo t
n
e
d
indepen
r
to
ti
e
p
m
co
coupons!
Open 7 Days a week!
Mon–Fri 9am–7pm, Sat & Sun 10am–5pm
701 Pleasant Grove Blvd. Ste. 120
Roseville, CA 95678
916-797-DOGS (3647)
www.bensbistro.com
We deliver to all city limits of
Roseville, Rocklin & Lincoln
(Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Compassionate Care
for over 25 Years
We provide integrative medicine for your aging
pet as well as preventative care for younger pets.
(530) 823-6306
100 Old Airport Road
Auburn, California 95603
www.bowmanvet.com
www.bowmanvet.com
10
JULY 2015 | CALIFORNIA PETS
Monday–Friday: 8 am – 6 pm
Saturday: 8 am – 4pm
Integrative veterinary medicine emphasizes
the partnership between our doctors, you
and your pet making use of all appropriate
diagnostics and therapies, both conventional
and alternative. Our philosophy neither rejects
conventional medicine nor accepts alternative
therapies uncritically. We use natural,
effective, less-invasive interventions whenever
possible. Dr. Elizabeth Settles is a boardcertified internal medicine specialist and the
owner of Bowman Veterinary Hospital.
Dr. Kelly Chandler practices both Western and
Eastern medicine and is certified in Veterinary
Acupuncture. Dr. Lauren LaRue practices
Western medicine with special interest in
exotics and surgery.
continued…
Costley’s first rescue came in 2008 when she found a want
ad on Craigslist from a couple in Lodi who had a Moluccan
macaw kept in a dog crate. They weren’t necessarily abusing
the bird, Costley said, but were just uneducated about the
needs of the highly social and often noisy birds.
Last year was Costley’s busiest in terms of rescues, with 20
birds taking up residence in Wilton. She’s on pace to eclipse
that mark, with 13 rescues six months into 2015.
“I don’t need more rescues, I need more donations,”
Costley said. Costley is getting the word out, not only
about her parrot rescue services, but the need to support
the non-profit, much like people support the SPCA. On
the third Sunday of every month Costley and a select few
parrots will set up in front of the Pet Smart in Elk Grove.
Costley will hand out literature and business cards, give free
consultations and advise guests to not buy from breeders.
“They’re just like puppy mills because these beautiful
parrots can be as much as $12,000,” Costley said. “I know,
because I bought a blue Hyacinth macaw for that much.
That’s why I named him Chase – after the bank.”
From time to time Costley and her parrots are invited
to set up in front of the Tractor Supply store in Galt. That’s
where Christine Mitchell and her family saw Costley with
a couple of birds. The Galt resident said she once had an
eclectus parrot in her early 20s, but went off to the military
and was forced to sell her.
“I had one with a bright red head and a blue chest and
just adored her and she loved me back,” Mitchell said. “I
really wanted another one but didn’t have $2,000 or so to
spend. So when we saw Donna in front of Tractor Supply, I
asked if she had an eclectus, and she did.”
Ruby had been surrendered a year earlier after her male
owner died and her female owner was diagnosed with
Alzheimer’s. The adoption went through without a hitch after a home visit from Costley and a visit by the
Mitchells to Costley’s home in Wilton. Mitchell
said Ruby is adjusting nicely to her new home
and family members.
“She’s doing great and starting to talk again,”
said Mitchell, who has cared for Ruby for a
month now. “She says ‘hello,’ ‘peek-a-boo’ and
makes cat calls. More words are starting to come
out as she feels more safe and she’s getting used
to riding around on the shoulders of my girls
(ages 6 and 12). She especially likes it when my
parents come over to visit because I think she
identifies with them because they’re older, like
her former owners.”
Mitchell said she spent $200 for Ruby’s
adoption and spent another $50 for the
cage Ruby had been in for much of her life.
That helped the move and transition go a lot
smoother, she said, as all of her toys and
perches also made the move.
Ruby’s adoption warms Costley’s heart. It also made room for another rescue bird, one that she’ll love on
and one that will also rescue her as she continues to cope with the tragic loss of loved ones.
Staying busy is a good way to deal with grief and Costley definitely stays busy tending her flock.
She knows her efforts pay off. Her good deeds honor those she lost.
Box information: For more information about Second Chance Bird Rescue
call (916) 956-2153 or email [email protected].
CALIFORNIA PETS | JULY 2015 11
5553 Auburn Blvd. (at Garfield)
Sacramento, CA 95841
THE
BIRD
BIRD SHOP
Join us for a weekend of
Special Events.
July 17, 18 & 19
Featuring Guest Speaker:
(916)
338-0505
Open 7 Days a Week to Serve You!
Visit our website for
upcoming events & specials.
www.thebirdshoponline.com
• FFriendly
riendly & K
Knowledgeable
nowledgeable SStaff
taff
Huge
•H
uge SSelection
election of
of Quality
Quality Birds
Birds
from
from Finches
Finches to
to Macaws
Macaws
• Bird Cages - Many Styles & Sizes
• Toys & Supplies - Many Choices!
• Bulk Seed & Pelleted Foods
• Bird Boarding & Grooming
Available By Appointment
Bring this coupon in for
10 Off
$
Concetta Ferragamo
a $50 or more purchase.
International Bird Toy Manufacturer
AFA Regional Director, IAABC
Certified Parrot Behavior Consultant
(excludes Harrison’s
Bird Foods)
Expiration
8/1/2015
Reserve your seat today!
$10 per day or $25 for all 3 days
Visit our website for details
Dinger says…
1.
NEVER leave your dog in a hot car.
O
On
na7
78-degree
8-degree d
day,
ay, tthe
he ttemperature
emperature iinside
nside a p
parked
arked ccar
ar
ccan
an ssoar
oar ttoo b
between
etween 1
100
00 aand
nd 1
120
20 d
degrees
egrees iin
n jjust
ust minutes,
minutes,
aand
nd oon
na9
90-degree
0-degree d
day,
ay, tthe
he iinterior
nter ior ttemperature
emperature ccan
an rreach
each
aass h
high
igh aass 1
160
60 d
degrees
egrees iin
n lless
ess tthan
han 1
10
0m
minutes.
inutes.
2.
3. ALWAYS provide fresh water for your dog to stay hydrated.
4. DDogs
ogs aare
re p
pack
ack aanimals,
nimals, m
make
ake tthem
hem A PART OF YOUR FAMILY.
5. A tired
tired dog
dog is
is a h
happy
appy dog!
dog!
ALWAYS Microchip your pet. Many animals go missing and microchips
aare
re w
what
hat h
help
elp us
us gget
et tthem
hem home.
home. Front
Front Street
Street ooffers
f fers p
pet
et microchips.
microchips.
Come visit us at
2127 Front Street, Sacramento, CA 95818
to find your new best friend!
www.frontstreetshelter.org
12
JULY 2015 | CALIFORNIA PETS
THE UC DAVIS SCHOOL OF
VETERINARY MEDICINE
has been ranked # 1 by U.S. News and World Report
Your pet can receive its life -long
medical care from the BEST in the country.
1
#
And, you can receive an excellent education from the same caregivers to understand and make better decisions for
your pet’s health. The Center for Continuing Professional Education at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine
hosts education seminars throughout the year to keep you informed.
The One Health Symposium (Saturday, August 29,
2015) bridges the interface between animals, people,
and the environment. These engaging presentations
include topics from the Ebola virus epidemic to antibiotic
resistance, and autism to water management during
drought. Dr. Barbara Natterson-Horowitz, author of
the New York Times best selling book Zoobiquity: the
Astonishing Connection between Human and Animal
Health will present the keynote
address, “Species-Spanning
Medicine: the Promise of
Collaboration.”
The 3rd Annual Donkey Welfare Symposium
(November 6-8, 2015) will provide lectures and hands-on
laboratories to donkey owners in areas as diverse as
behavior, dentistry, & parasitology. Discussions about their
welfare in free-roaming populations and husbandry in
domesticated settings are multi-disciplinary and presented
through open dialogue during relaxed social events. This
unique program attracts people from all over the USA and
world. Come join us for one of the most unique programs
on one of the world’s most misunderstood species!
And it is all close to home – right on the campus of
UC Davis! UC Davis is the place for your
pet’s care and your educational home for
information that makes them thrive.
For the most up-to-date schedule and registration
information, go to www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/ce
or call 530-754-9223 or 530-752-3905.
13 Easy Ways to
by Steve Milano
As a pet parent, you add many
bags, boxes, cartons and other
items to your waste cans as
your care for your furry friend.
Sure, you can recycle many of
these containers, but you also
have many other opportunities
to reduce the carbon footprint
associated with owning a pet.
With a little extra effort and
some creativity, you can keep
your pet – and the planet –
healthy and “green.”
GO GREEN
With Your Pet
Buy in Bulk
Packaging not only requires paper, plastic or other material,
it also uses energy to make the box, jug or carton. Buying in
bulk reduces the amount of packaging associated with pet
foods, litter and other items, and it also saves you money.
Decide what items you can buy in large quantities, determine
where you’ll store them and look into reusing boxes or
other containers to create an organized storage system
in the garage, basement or pantry.
Make
Natural Toys
Plastic squeaky toys
are fun for pets, but
your pooch or kitty
will probably be just as
happy with rag dolls,
string contraptions or
toys made from other
items you recycle. Take
some time to look
through your basement or garage to locate nontoxic items
you can use to make your own pet toys. A Google search for
“make natural pet toys” or “DIY pet toys” yields many fun
ideas.
Share “People Food” Leftovers
Many human foods aren’t healthy for animals, but some are.
Meet with your vet to find out what foods you can feed your
pets. Even if you collect just enough to eliminate two storebought meals per week, that’s more than 100 commercial
meals you don’t need to buy each year.
Regulate Feeding
Automatic food dispensers are helpful
for keeping pets fed when you can’t be at
home in time to put out food; however,
they also lead to health problems as pets
overeat. In addition they create more
demand for commercial pet food and the
packaging and energy that go with them.
14
JULY 2015 | CALIFORNIA PETS
Talk to your vet about a feeding schedule for your pet and the
amounts of food you should provide to determine if you can
get away without buying an auto feeder.
Add a Pet Door
Opening and closing large doors each time your pet needs
to leave the house lets cool air out and makes your air
conditioner work harder. Installing a pet door lets your pet
come and go as she pleases, reducing your energy bill. If
you’re concerned about security or other animals using the
door, purchase a pet door that’s activated by a chip or tag
worn by your dog or cat.
Improve Your Landscaping
Reducing the amount
of chemicals you apply
to your yard not only
helps the environment,
it makes the outdoors
safer for your pet. Flowers
attract helpful insects
that eliminate bugs that
attack gardens, lawns and
shrubs. This can decrease
the need for sprays and
other yard treatments.
Since pets tend to chew on plants, choose ones that might
provide some health benefits. PetMD.com recommends milk
thistle, peppermint, astragalus, garlic, rosemary, wheat berry
and barley grass.
Don’t Ditch the Electric Water Fountain
If you’re worried about the electricity needed
to run a water bowl with a fountain, remember
that these gadgets do more health good than
environmental harm. Cats, for example, are
feral animals and are attracted to the sound of
running water. When pets drink enough water,
it helps prevent dehydration, which can lead
to a variety of health issues, including skin
problems.
Please see next page
Walk to the Park
Many pet owners drive to the dog park. Even substituting
one drive per week for a longer walk can help. If your poochowning friends don’t want to make the walk, offer to give
them a lift, creating a “canine carpool.” You might have a
family member drop you off at the park on his or her way
to work or errands, letting you walk home.
problem in your pets. Use biodegradable poop bags
rather than picking up waste in plastic bags. Choose cat
litter made from organic materials. In addition to buying
natural food, grooming and cleaning products, look for
products certified as green, which refers to the way the
products and their packages are made.
Spay and
Neuter
Work With Local Retailers
Visit the pet stores in your area to see if they have any green
programs in their stores. It might be easier to work with an
independent retailer (as opposed to a national chain store
that has to answer to corporate) to suggest a green products
area or printed list of green products the store keeps at the
counter.
Donate Used
Items to
Local Pet
Shelters
Fewer pets require
less energy to feed
and care for them.
A litter of puppies of
kittens is always a treat
for families, but even if
you can find homes for
them, you put an additional strain on the environment when
thousands of abandoned pets are waiting in cages for a
good home.
Chip and Tag Your Pet
Donating items to
your local pet shelter
reduces the amount
of new products
shelters need to purchase. Shelters use blankets, towels,
washcloths, leashes, toys, food dispensers, fans, beds and
even newspapers to line cages. Ask local pet stores to a
product recycling bin that lets pet parents drop off used items
they would otherwise throw away. Don’t forget that shelters
are businesses with offices and might be able to use your
old desks, chairs, filing
cabinets, lamps, trash
bags and chair mats.
When a lost pet can’t be returned to its owner, it puts a
feeding, medicine and energy burden on shelters. Make sure
your pet is easily identifiable so it can be returned to you
Use Green Products
Green grooming and cleaning
products not only help the
environment, they’re also
less likely to cause an allergic
reaction or other health
quickly when someone finds it. Animal shelters scan every
lost pet they receive for a microchip, making this a secure
option (unlike a tag which can fall off).
CALIFORNIA PETS | JULY 2015 15
JULY
Dates to remember
To submit items for
the calendar, email
[email protected]
July 1
Sacramento SPCA New Volunteer Orientation
From 6 to 8 p.m. at their shelter at 6201 Florin-Perkins Road, in the Adoption Center.
They describe volunteer opportunities and include a tour of the adoption facility. If
you would like to attend, please call (916) 383-7387, ext. 9133 and leave a message
with your name, phone number and the date of the orientation you would like to
attend. Classes fill up so make sure to sign up.
July 7
Senior Vaccine Clinic
Free vaccines for spayed or neutered pets of senior citizens 65 years of age and over
at the Sacramento SPCA, 6201 Florin-Perkins Road, Sacramento. From 10 a.m. to 1
p.m.
July 10
Evenings in the Park
Join the City of Rocklin for a concert at Johnson-Springview Park by Two-tone Steiny
& the Cadillacs. There will be with vendors, activities, food and fun. The concert
begins at 6 p.m. with the opening act, and the main act plays at 7 p.m. Arrive early
for best seating. Free admission.
July 11
Labs 2 Love adoption event
Labs 2 Love Rescue, Inc., is dedicated to rescuing Labrador Retrievers and Labrador
Retriever mixes. They rescue unwanted, abandoned, and homeless Labrador Retrievers. They provide veterinary care if needed (including spaying or neutering if not
already altered), and place them in volunteer foster homes until a permanent home is
found. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pet Food Express - Roseville, 1009 Galleria Blvd.,
Roseville.
Second Chance Bunnies adoption
Come out and meet adoptable bunnies that are looking for a good home. In addition,
you can learn about the care and personalities of different rabbit breeds.
From 1 to 4 p.m. at Pet Food Express - Roseville, 1009 Galleria Blvd., Roseville.
July 12
Chako Pit Bull Rescue Adoptions
Chako Pit Bull Rescue aims to alleviate the persecution of Pit Bulls by finding homes
for Pit Bulls in need, promoting responsible dog ownership, and standing against
breed discrimination. They provide advocacy efforts for responsible dog owners, free
and low-cost Pit Bull classes, and educational events throughout the year. From noon
to 3 p.m. at Pet Food Express - Sacramento, 2531 Fair Oaks Blvd., Sacramento.
July 17
Evenings in the Park
Family Feud will be followed by “Big Hero 6.” The fun begins at 7 p.m., and the
movie plays at dusk. Arrive early for best seating. There will also be vendors, activities, food, and fun. Free admission. Johnson-Springview Park, 5480 Fifth St., Rocklin.
16
JULY 2015 | CALIFORNIA PETS
July 18
Pug Rescue of Sacramento
Their mission is to rescue all pugs and pug mixes from situations in which there is
abuse or neglect, and in cases of voluntary relinquishment regardless of age, health,
and/or temperament and to restore their health and emotional well being so that they
may be placed in a new, loving, nurturing, and life-long home. From noon to 3 p.m.
at Pet Food Express - Roseville, 1009 Galleria Blvd., Roseville.
Recycled Pets
Looking for a new furry friend? Pet Food Express has partnered with Recycled Pets
NorCal Animal Rescue to offer cat and dog adoption events at the Roseville store.
Recycled Pets NorCal Animal Rescue is as a small group of volunteers working to
find homes for homeless pets. From noon to 3 p.m. at Pet Food Express - Roseville,
1009 Galleria Blvd., Roseville.
July 19
Second Chance German Shepherd Rescue
Pet Food Express has partnered with Second Chance German Shepherd Rescue to
offer dog adoptions at their Roseville store. From 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 1009
Galleria Blvd., Roseville.
Front Street Shelter Dog Adoptions
Pet Food Express has partnered with the City of Sacramento Front Street Animal
Shelter to offer dog adoptions at their Sacramento store. The Front Street Animal
Shelter does more than care for lost and abandoned animals in the community. They
provide a variety of services that protect both citizens and animals. From 11 a.m. to 2
p.m. at Pet Food Express - Sacramento, 2531 Fair Oaks Blvd., Sacramento.
July 24
Evenings in the Park
Concert by Cripple Creek Band at Rocklin’s Johnson-Springview Park, 5480 Fifth St.
The fun begins at 6 p.m. with the opening act, and the main act plays at 7 p.m. Arrive
early for best seating. There will also be vendors, activities, food and fun. Free admission.
July 25
Greater California German Shepherd Rescue Dog Adoption Event
Greater California German Shepherd Rescue is an all-volunteer group of German
Shepherd lovers dedicated to rescuing German Shepherd Dogs from at-risk and
unacceptable situations and finding them permanent, loving homes with qualified
owners. From 11 to 2 a.m. at Pet Food Express - Roseville, 1009 Galleria Blvd.,
Roseville.
Nor Cal Cocker Rescue Meet & Greet
NorCal works with public shelters to place at risk Cocker Spaniels and Spaniel mixes
in loving forever homes, and also serves as a resource regarding the unique needs of
the Cocker Spaniel breed. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pet Food Express - Sacramento,
2531 Fair Oaks Blvd., Sacramento.
New Foster Parent Orientation
Interested in becoming a foster parent for the Sacramento SPCA? They have all sorts
of animals to fit your needs. The orientation will take place from 3 to 4 p.m. at the
shelter at 6201 Florin-Perkins Road, Building A in the Multipurpose Room. We will
go over training, supplies and the reasons animals need to go into foster care. If you
would like to attend, e-mail [email protected] or call (916) 504-2808.
July 26
Front Street Shelter Cat Adoptions
Pet Food Express has partnered with the City of Sacramento Front Street Animal
Shelter to offer dog adoptions at their Sacramento store. The Front Street Animal
Shelter does more than care for lost and abandoned animals in the community. They
provide a variety of services that protect both citizens and animals. From 11 a.m. to 2
p.m. at Pet Food Express - Sacramento, 2531 Fair Oaks Blvd., Sacramento.
July 30
Low-Cost Rabies & Microchip Clinic in Roseville
From 6 to 7 p.m. at the Placer SPCA Companion Animal Care Center in Roseville.
Registration begins at 5 p.m. www.placerspca.org/clinics
PROTECT YOUR PETS
FROM PESTS
CALIFORNIA DROUGHT CONDITION
CAUSING RODENT EPIDEMIC!
• Rodents need water to live and will find water
wherever necessary to survive.
• Rodents are coming out of their hiding places
to find water; pools, spas, pet water dishes,
bird baths, fountains, parks, you name it!
• According to the Center of Disease Control,
rodent droppings and urine can cause
Asthma, Bacterial Diseases, Respiratory
infections. They also carry mites and fleas.
PETS ARE FAMILY &
SHOULD BE TREATED AS SUCH
• All Pest Pros has over 40 years of combined
experience, and will professionally solve
all of your Pest problems.
• All Pest Pros will sanitize and remove
all RODENTS infested insulation.
• All Pest Pros has the most thorough
RODENTS proofing process and techniques
in the industry.
• Your home will be FREE of RODENTS
• All Pests Pros offers monthly, bi-monthly, or
quarterly pest control plans to meet
your home needs
The All Pest Pros Services Includes:
• Rodents are finding new ways into homes
like never before!
DISINFECT
DEODORIZE
HEPAVAC RAT DROPPINGS
Don't let your PETS share their
food and water with PESTS.
SEAL OFF ENTRY POINTS
ATTIC BEFORE
ATTIC AFTER
Call Today for a FREE Inspection
888.780.4809
www.AllPestPros.com
$
150 OFF
Rodent Proofing*
F
For
or a
all
ll
m
members
embers
A
Ask
sk a
about
bout o
our
ur A
AAA
AA d
discount
iscount
License #PR6001
* Offers cannot be combined with any other offer and must be presented at time of inspection. For New Customers. CSLB BR5310
  
   
  
FPI MANAGEMENT
Large Breeds Welcome
Adora
611 Barbara Way
Roseville, CA 95747
(916) 367-4266
www.adoraliving.com
UNDER
NEW
OWNERSHIP
Pearl Creek
1298 Antelope Creek Dr.
Roseville, CA 95678
(916) 243-6711
www.pearlcreekapts.com
Large Breeds Welcome
Lake Point
9589 Four Winds Dr.
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(916) 226-4284
www.lakepointaptselkgrove.com
Let us look after your
best friend while
you are away.
Feel comfortable
knowing your pet is
under safe, expert
loving care.
Large Breeds Welcome
Capitol Towers
1500 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 538-7424
www.capitoltowersapts.com
Large Breeds Welcome
We also
offer
Day Car
e!
Mon–Sa
t
9AM–6PM
Our employees are well-trained
animal lovers! It is our duty in caring
for your pet’s safety, health and nutrition while
making sure to provide overall excellent,
clean, fun, and attentive care.
Somerfield at Lakeside
9444 Harbour Point Drive
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(916) 385-0715
www.somerfieldapartments.com
Fremont Mews
1400 P Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 245-9723
www.fremontmews.com
Large Breeds Welcome
Call Us Today
916-529-5930
380 Green Valley Road
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Large breeds
welcome at
many properties
(Across the street from The Purple Place)
1801 L Street
Hours of Operation:
Mon- Sat 9 AM–6 PM
Closed for lunch: 1–2 PM

18
JULY 2015 | CALIFORNIA PETS
1801 L Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
(916) 229-6947
www.1801L.com
www.fpimgt.com
916-357-5300
Tagg Pet GPS Plus - Dog and Cat
Tracker Collar Attachment by Whistle
Find Them Quickly If They Get Lost - The Tagg
GPS Pet Tracker lets you set your pet’s
home zone and notifies you if they wander
off using its award winning GPS location
tracking system. Tagg uses cellular and GPS
technology to pinpoint your dog’s location anywhere
in the U.S. You will get on-demand notifications via app,
text and email alerts when your pet gets out. If you ever
need it, Tagg provides maps and directions so you can find your
pet quickly and easily. It also allows you to track your dog’s activity and
rest, getting key insights about their behavior and health as well as monitoring
your pet’s surroundings and alerts you when they get too hot or cold. The Tagg Pet GPS
Plus has a 10-Day battery life, is waterproof and durable.
Cost: $79. Includes 30 days free service. Device requires a service plan as low as $6.95/month to
be selected at activation.
Where to buy: Amazon.com
DISCOVERIES
FIND & FETCH
Ruffwear Approach
Dog Pack
With excellent fit and functionality, the Ruffwear
Approach dog pack is
perfect for day or weekend adventures. Discover
the joy of hiking with
your furry, four-legged
friend.
Available in sizes XS-L/
XL.
Cost: $80
Where to buy: REI or REI.com
Kaytee Critter Cruiser
Pet-powered exercise vehicle for your small animal. Ideal for
hamsters, gerbils, mice, and rats. Easy to assemble and clean and
the adjustable racing wheel lets car work in three different ways.
Measures 5.75 x 11.87 x 9.06 inches.
Cost: $15.86
Where to buy: Amazon.com
Sacramento SPCA Thrift Store
Visit the Sacramento SPCA’s Thrift Store to find great bargains on new and gently used furniture, clothing, household items, electronics, collectibles, jewelry, antiques, books and more. Proceeds from the thrift store directly
benefit the more than 11,000 animals that come into the Sacramento SPCA’s care each year. The store is located at
1517 E St., Sacramento. Current store hours are: Tuesday-Wednesday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thursday-Saturday: 10
a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. The thrift store is closed on Mondays and all major holidays. For more information or to find out how to donate to the Sacramento SPCA Thrift Store, go to www.sspca.org/how-you-canhelp/thrift-store/
Have a cool find you’d like to see on this page? Email [email protected].
You’ll love it
as much
as I do!
Artificial
Artificial Grass
Grass • Lawn
Lawn • Landscape
Landscape • Dog-K9
Dog-K9 Areas
Areas • Putting
Putting Greens
Greens
Call today for a free estimate!
916-302-4270 www.TuFFGrass.com
T
TuFFGrass
uFFGrass iis
s tthe
he rregistered
egistered ttrademark
rademark o
off T
TuFFGrass,
uFFGrass, IInc
nc
CSL#
CSL# 849305
849305
CALIFORNIA PETS | JULY 2015 19
Carpet Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
Upholstery Cleaning
Tile & Grout Cleaning
Mattress Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
5 Rooms
With coupon. Not
valid with any other offer.
Rooms up to 200 sq feet
Offer Expires 7/31/15
95
99
Tile & Grout
Floor Cleaning
up to 150 sq feet
Kid and Pet
Friendly
With coupon. Not valid
with any other offer.
Offer Expires 7/31/15
95
99
Experts at Removing
Pet Odor and Stains
(916)933-6224
CAextremesteam.com
Stylus
Stylus TOUGH
TOUGH TG-4
TG-4
16
MEGA
PIXELS
Custom Installed Doggie
Doors for Sliding Glass
and Screen Doors!
• Energy Efficiency – 5 times stronger magnets,
all around weather stripping, double flaps
In Glass Model
Screen Model
• Security and Safety – impact resistant security
cover and positive action pin lock with carpeted
tunnel and soft flexible flaps for safety
• Durability and Quality Construction – extruded
aluminum frame, steel reinforced corners, heavy
duty marine grade polymer cover
• Appearance – 4 frame and cover choices
to mix and match, sleek narrow profile
• Warranty – 5 years prorated includes flaps
GLASS WEST
GLASS & SCREEN REPAIR
916-989-1090 www.GlassWest.com
20
JULY 2015 | CALIFORNIA PETS
4x
OPTICAL
ZOOM
1080p
HD
VIDEO
Waterproof
Freezeproof
Shockproof
Built-In
WiFi
Capture Your Stories
The Tough TG-4 is rugged enough to go anywhere,
but its powerful imaging technology makes this
camera the most versatile yet. Sophisticated features
like RAW capture, nighttime Live Compositfor for
capturing stunning long expoure shots, and the
super-bright F2.0 wide-angle zoom lens create
amazing images no matter how challenging the
environment, while built-in Wi-Fi, fast GPS, and the
multifunction e.Compass help you to find, shoot, and
share your adventures like never before.
Sacramento’s Most Complete Source for
Photographic Gear & Imaging Services
Family Owned Since 1967!
2200 J Street
Midtown Sacramento
916-444-6080
Visit our Bay Areas Stores
Mill Valley | Menlo Park
Pleasant Hill | Dublin
GALLERY
FRANKIE AND REX,
Roseville
HAMATA YOSHI,
Sacramento
CHOPPER
Carmichael
CHLOE,
Carmichael
BELLA
Carmichael
KARMA,
Roseville
THOR,
Sacramento
BIG GIRL,
Fair Oaks
RHEA,
Granite Bay
OZ,
Elk Grove
Send us your photos. Email a jpeg,
along with your pet’s name and town
to: [email protected].
Publication is not guaranteed.
SAWYER,
Rocklin
Stylus TOUGH TG-4
16
MEGA
PIXELS
F
Family
amily o
owned
wned s
since
ince 1
1967
967
2200 J Street, in Midtown Sacramento (916) 444-6080
Pleasant Hill
|
Dublin
4x
1080p
OPTICAL
ZOOM
|
HD
VIDEO
Waterproof
Freezeproof
Shockproof
Mill Valley
|
Built-In
WiFi
Menlo Park
CALIFORNIA PETS | JULY 2015 21
Looking for a One-Stop
Pet Center?
W
Wee aare
re yyour
our ffriendly,
riendly, hhelpful
elpful
pet & supply professionals!
We provide a large variety of pet foods
for all types & sizes of animals, plus:
Poultry & Supplies
Super Premium Pet Foods
Dog & Cat Supplies
Tropical Fish Supplies
Small Pets & Supplies
Reptiles & Supplies
Horse Care Supplies, Hay/Grain
$5
OFF
ANY 30 POUND OR
LARGER DOG FOOD!
*With coupon. Not valid with other
promotions. expires 7/31/2015
VIp petcare Community
Veterinary Clinic
Every Saturday 1 pm to 2:30 pm
$15 Microchipping
3030 West Capitol Avenue • West Sacramento, CA
916-372-5225 www.wildwestfeed.com
www.wildwestfeed.com
Store Hours: Mon-Sat 9:30 to 6, Sun 10 to 4
PETS & SUPPLIES
Pet Sliding Doors!
Make life easy with a
new sliding door with
pet access!
Wind Song
provides care for special needs and senior
animals. Dedicated to making sure that
any animal that still has a chance for
some quality of life is lovingly cared
for rather than euthanized until the
time comes to cross over the Rainbow
Bridge. Please visit our website and
facebook page to learn more.
916-205-7130
www.windsonganimals.org
www.facebook.com/WindSongAnimalSanctuaryFoundationInc
22
JULY 2015 | CALIFORNIA PETS
• Easy Access
• Professionally Installed
• FREE ESTIMATES
• SENIOR DISCOUNTS
Ask about our extended special on windows & doors!
(916) 724-1480 • (800) 672-3777
Licensed CA #699009
A Forever Home for
Special Needs Animals
TOXICITY OF THE MONTH
Blue-green Algae
Who is commonly affected: Dogs most commonly but all species can become intoxicated.
Where/When: Algae that blooms in water under certain environmental conditions (typically warm to hot periods) can produce toxins
that destroy the liver and nervous systems. All algal blooms are potentially toxic; however, there is no way to know by visual inspection.
Some common sites for algal blooms are backyard pools and water features, stagnant ponds, buckets of standing water, and even some
lakes and streams.
Toxic Principle: Microcystin is one toxic substance produced by blue-green algae that causes acute liver necrosis along with diarrhea,
vomiting, weakness, pale mucous membranes, and shock. Anatoxin-a primarily affects the nervous system giving the pet muscle tremors, salivation, paralysis, and rapid death. Luckily this is less commonly produced toxin. However, both intoxications have very poor
prognoses.
What to do: If your pet has any of these signs and symptoms, seek veterinary attention immediately. If the pet recently drank water
from one of these sources, you can bring a large sample of the brackish water with the suspected algae for analysis.
Prevention: Keep all water sources fresh and clean daily - especially outside water features. Prevent standing water in buckets, ponds,
and any catchments.
The above information is provided by Karl E. Jandrey, Associate Professor of Clinical Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care
Director, Center for Continuing Professional Education at the University of California, Davis. It is current as of publication time and
is NOT meant to be a replacement for timely and effective veterinary care. The Emergency Service at the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital on the University of California, Davis campus is open 24/7 for questions and consultations. Call (530) 752-1393 or go to
www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/VMTH .
CALIFORNIA PETS | JULY 2015 23
DOG POO
PICK-UP!
Lily
Dwight
Carmen
As low as
$
10
*
One
*
mOnth free
per
week!
We pick up the Doo Doo so you don’t have
to! Plus we deodorize, sanitize, and provide
weekly, bi-weekly or one-time pick-up.
hOmes, APArtments, hOAs, DOG PArKs
“I highly recommend this Doo Doo Squad! They are thorough and
leave the yard poop-free. I put up with a different poop service
before, and they would be in-and-out in under three minutes, missing
most of the droppings. Doo Doo Squad actually cleaned up the
accumulated mess that others left behind!”
-Elsa, Rocklin
“I GLADLY pay this professional service to pick up after our three
LARGE DOGS! Doo Doo Squad really does a great job, and they
care enough to leave a follow-up note every week. It’s great to have
people over for a BBQ without having to add ‘poop-duty’ onto our
to-do list! If you work hard during the week and don’t want to
pick up poop on your weekend… GET THIS SERVICE!”
-Heather, Roseville
Fun, Professional,
In-Home Training
for Your
Best Friend!
Call Toda
y
for a
$50.00
Introducto
ry
Lesson
“Don understands dogs and helps owners and pets
improve their relationships. Our family enjoys
working with Don so much that he has been
named The Dogfather.” –Leah
“It is very clear this is far more than a business to
Don - it’s a passion. His love of dogs and his passion
for training will greatly benefit those who choose
to work with Don.” –Jimmy
free estimates
916-794-0485
www.DooDooSquad.com
Over 800 likes and counting!
Facebook.com/doodoosquad.com
*Call for details. Expires 7/31/15. Copyright © 2015 DooDooSquad. CODE: Pet
24
JULY 2015 | CALIFORNIA PETS
916-761-1041
www.WagTimeDogTraining.com
what a
li fe save r!
pet insurance saves the day after a soggy seaside accident
With a name like Scamp, it’s no surprise that adventure is number one on this 6-year-old Cavalier King
Charles Spaniel’s wish list. In fact, his pet parents Tara and Felix have taken to calling him their adventure dog. But
they never imagined his thirst for thrills might take the California Cavvie out to sea — literally.
an ocean of trouble
Scamp became enamored by the sea shortly after his family
relocated to the Golden State. One morning, what started off
as a routine walk along the beach ended with Scamp being
pinned up against a berm by a powerful wave. Luckily, his dad
Felix managed to drag him out of the water before the current
took him out to sea. But Scamp’s ordeal was far from over.
a wave of worry
LLater
ater tthat
hat n
night,
i g ht , S
Scamp
camp sstarted
t a r te d a
acting
c ting llethargic
e t ha r g i c a
and
nd u
uncomfortable,
ncomfor table, a
and
nd
h
is b
r e a t hi n g h
ad n
oticeably cchanged.
h a n g e d. A
f ter rresearching
esearching tthe
he ssymptoms,
ymptoms,
his
breathing
had
noticeably
After
Tara suspected aspiration pneumonia and rushed Scamp to the emergency
veterinarian, who confirmed it. After X-rays, a blood test, oxygen, IV fluids,
antibiotics and an overnight stay, the bill could have left Tara and Felix in the
red. But by the next morning, Scamp had stabilized and would make a full
recovery — and Petplan had picked up the tab for his treatment.
life’s a beach
Tara and Felix may have been caught off-guard by their misadventure, but
because Scamp was protected with pet insurance, they were able to say yes
to the treatment the veterinarian recommended without worrying about
what it might cost. After meeting their $100 deductible, Petplan reimbursed
Tara and Felix 90% of Scamp’s vet bill. “It could’ve been $2,000 or $10,000,
and we would’ve said yes,” says Tara. “It was such a relief to be able to focus
on him and not worry about the financial aspect.”
why pet insurance?
Pet health is unpredictable.
One in three pets needs
unexpected veterinary care
for an illness or injury
each year.1
Vet care can be expensive.
In fact, every six seconds a
pet parent is faced with a
bill over $3,000.2
It can save you thousands.
For a fixed monthly cost,
you can be covered for up to
$
22,000 annually. Now that’s
a lot of bones.
1. According to Datamonitor, 2008.
2. According to Petplan claims data, 2014.
Enroll online for
a 10% discount!
Use code: CAPETS
Protect your pet today! online: www.GoPetplan.com/capets call: 800.237.6017
Marketplace
When you
can’t be there...
Coverage
for the
whole family
Critter Sitters will give you peace of mind
while you’re away from home. We care
for all types of pets, from dogs and
cats to horses and reptiles!
Critter
Critter Sitters
Sitters
S
Services
ervices IInclude:
nclude:
Daily Visits • Overnight
Professional Pet Sitter
House Sitting • Vet Tech Care
Call Us! 530-386-7508
Dog Walking • Mail, Paper,
Trash, Watering & More!
www.crittersitterspetcare.net
Auto | Home | Life | Health | Pet
Debra Akeson, Insurance Agency
916-270-2720
281 Iron Point Road, Ste 287 • Folsom, CA 95630
[email protected]
Lic#0K02193
EXCEPTIONAL CHIROPRACTIC
AND ACUPUNCTURE CARE
FOR YOUR PET’S NEEDS.
Serving Horses, Dogs and Cats in Solano, Yolo and
We make house calls!
The many faces of Maverick
New Clients:
Maverick is a sweet, mellow gentleman who likes attention and other cats as well.
Maverick came to the SPCA declawed, and therefore needs to be an indoor-only
cat where he is sure to brighten up your home. He is 13 years-young and has been
waiting for his forever home since early March! Come down to the Sacramento SPCA
and meet Maverick. You’ll be glad you did. The
SPCA is located at 6201 Florin Perkins Road in
Sacramento. The shelter is open Wednesday–
Sunday from 11am–6pm. For more information
call (916) 383-7387 or visit www.sspca.org.
15% OFF
Customized pet care in the
comfort of your home
• Loving, attentive care
• Walking and feeding
• Dispensing medication
when needed
• Major credit cards accepted
Attention
to ‘DeTail’
Pet Sitting Service
Call for Reservations
[email protected]
916-705-0853
P.O. Box 1558 • Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Receive
your animal’s
first
adjustment.
ahimsaanimalchiropractic.com
Dr. Abbie Whitehead
Acupuncture, Spinal adjustments, Laser and Tui na |
Layla
Layla is a 7 year old Domestic Shorthair/Mix.
She is wonderfully affectionate, loves attention,
and will always thank you with a happy
purr. If you would like to meet Layla
or any of the other animals at
the Placer SPCA, please
call (916) 782-7722, or
(530) 885-7387. To see
all of our adoptable
animals, please visit
www.placerspca.org.
707-344-7134
TM
TM
Northern California’s Original Synthetic Turf Company – Est. 1998
• A brilliant solution for all pet owners!
• Durable, won’t stain and no more mud/dust mess!
• Longest Installation Warranty
in the Industry-15 years
• The preferred Synthetic Grass for
Pet Resorts Nationally
Artificial Grass • Landscape • Lawns
Putting Greens • Dog-K9 Areas
Call today for a free estimate!
916-302-4270 www.TuFFGrass.com
CSL#849305 • TuFFGrass is the trademark of TuFFGrass, Inc.
California PETS Magazine
2100 Q Street
Sacramento, CA 95816
t
a
t
i
d
e
l
l
a
he vet c
bject
o
n
g
i
e
for
t
i
d
e
l
l
a
c
I
!
s
u
o
i
c
i
l
e
d
Unexpected vet bills can
swallow a month’s salary.
Protect your pets (and your
budget) with Petplan.
California PETS readers
receive a 10% online discount!
Terms and conditions apply. Policies become effective at 12:01am the day after activation. Waiting periods apply.
Coverage under any pet insurance policy is expressly subject to the conditions, restrictions, limitations, exclusions
and terms of the policy documentation issued by the insurer. Availability of this program is subject to each state’s
approval and coverage may vary by state. Pet insurance policies are issued by AGCS Marine Insurance Company
and administered by Fetch Insurance Services, LLC (Fetch Insurance Agency, LLC in Michigan), d/b/a Petplan
(Petplan Insurance Agency, LLC in California). AGCS Marine Insurance Company, a member of the Allianz Group,
is rated A+ by A.M. Best (2014). For more information, visit GoPetplan.com. ©2015 Fetch, Inc. 3805 West Chester
Pike, Suite 240, Newtown Square, PA 19073. Tel: 1.866.467.3875.
07/15 PPADCP0715
North America’s best - loved pet insurance!
1.800.237.6017
www.GoPetplan.com/capets
Enroll online and get a 10% discount! Use
code: CAPETS