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Fall 2005 St. Lawrence Valley SPCA Newsletter
Before surrendering an animal, please call the Shelter during regular working hours to make arrangements to bring it in. We make every effort to take in an animal as soon as possible, however, sometimes space isn't available and you will be asked to be on a waiting list. Please work with us. If you have a stray dog you must call the Dog Control Officer for your town. Wayne Ashley is the Dog Control Officer for the City of Ogdensburg. His number is 3931 555. All other towns must call their Supervisor or Clerk for the correct information. They are listed in the Transwestern and Verizon SuperPages directories in the blue pages.
CAT Facts
I. Cats have a keen sense of hearing with more than 40,000 nerve fibers in their ears.
2. Before earthquakes and other natural disasters, cats tend to become excited, restless or fearful.
3. 70% of a cat's day is spent Sleeping.
4. Soft music can ease cats' anxiety when their owners leave home.
5. A cat's whiskers are divided into upper and lower rows, which move independently of each other
Winter Bedding
Hard to believe during these warm summer days, but winter isn't too far off and the Shelter will be in need of bedding (blankets, comforters, towels, etc) for the comfort of the animals in our care. Items can be dropped at the Shelter, during regular open hours or left outside the main door in sealed plastic bags.
Don't Forget Your Dog's Dental Needs According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, 85% of dogs have dental problems. The downhill slide begins with plaque and tartar buildup. Over time, they will open the door to gum disease, which in turn can lead to heart, liver and kidney damage. Symptoms of dental problems are:
• persistent bad breath.
• sensitivity around the mouth
• pawing at the mouth
• reluctance to chew hard food or toys
• difficulty eating or chewing.
• bleeding, inflammation or receding gums
• plaque, tartar, face swelling.
• drainage from one side of the mouth or nose.
• loose, broken or missing teeth.
• baby teeth that haven't fallen out by five months.
• tumors of the gums or jaw.
Have your Vet check your dog's mouth for problems at annual checkups. If your dog is
a senior citizen he should be seeing the Vet twice a year. Get into the habit of looking into your dog's mouth at least once a week.
Benefits of Spaying/Neutering
• No heat cycles, therefore males will not be attracted
• Less desire to roam, therefore less likely to be injured in fights or auto accidents.
• Reduces or eliminates risk of spraying and marking.
• Risk of testicular cancer is eliminated and decreases incidence of prostate disease.
• Risk of mammary gland tumors, ovarian and/or uterine cancer is reduced or eliminated especially if done before the first heat cycle.
• Reduces the number of unwanted litters and prevents needless suffering.
• Decreases aggressive behavior including dog bites.
• Helps your pets live longer, healthier lives.
Animals are such agreeable friends-they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms. George Elliot
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