March 15, 2007
FOUND
Friday, March 9 Rita on Quail Run found two female dogs on Gaston by the hospital. One is a black lab and the other is a little brown mix. They are both sweet, and the lab seems to have been trained. The brown one tends to hide behind the black lab, but does warm up to people after a bit. Both look very thin like they've been out on the streets for some time. If you know who these animals might belong call the Petwatch hotline or email us at http://mail.yahoo.com/config/login?/ym/Compose?To=petwatch@highlandmeadowsna.org (Photos of these dogs are posted on the Petwatch blog.)
MISSING
Sunday, March 11 a male black and brown spotted dog, dug out of its home on Pandora Circle. The dog is a possible pointer mix, small, short muzzle and wearing a purple elastic collar; very friendly and new to our neighborhood so he may have traveled quite a distance. If you see this dog please call Kimberly at 214-629-7192 or 214-553-5829.
Monday, 3/12 a 4yr old male poodle named "Sammy was reported missing. Black w/ silverish on back with a blue collar last seen at The Madison Apartments. Owner reports that the animal is very sweet and faints if he gets to hot. Has been missing for approx one month. If you see this dog please call his owner, Linda at (214) 363-8347.
SIGHTINGS
On Thursday, 3/15 AT 2PM Karen on Flicker reports “just saw a med. short hair dog black with tan markings on muzzle with collar and tags go up Pelican away from my house; couldn't catch it.” Jennifer on McCree reports same dog at “3:30 ran by our house, tried to catch him but he just kept running. Approx 40lbs I could see a blue tag but he was too quick for me to catch the color of his collar.”
On Friday morning around 8am, March 9, two large dogs were seen near Sonic at McCree and soccer fields and Sams.. one large blonde hound, white markings, and one large black shepard mix, one had a red collar.
On Tuesday, March 6 a black and white pit bull (no collar or tags) was loose at Grenadier and the Northwest Hwy. Service Road at 10am.He was checking gates, seemingly wanting to find his yard. Same dog was reported by someone else seen Tues pm at 8617 Hackney
Described as a pitbull mix, black/brown, white think fur around neck, white star on face and white muzzle.
IN NEED OF HOMES
A black lab and a little brown mix were found Friday, March 9 Rita on Quail Run on Gaston by the hospital. One is. The founder reports that “they are both sweet, and the lab seems to have been trained. The brown one tends to hide behind the black lab, but does warm up to people after a bit. Both look very thin like they've been out on the streets for some time.” If you know who these animals might belong to or would be willing to give them a good home them please call the Petwatch hotline or email us at http://mail.yahoo.com/config/login?/ym/Compose?To=petwatch@highlandmeadowsna.org (Photos of these dogs are posted on the Petwatch blog.)
A gray and gray and black medium size dog need a new home. Tess writes, “We have been trying to find a way to move with our little dogs. It is not going to work out and we must find a home for them. They are approximately seven years old and are litter mates. They came from an abusive home but have been treated well by our children. They are excellent with children and I honestly have never heard them growl. They are not excessive barkers. They tend to sleep a lot and like to lay with you. They like to take walks. They would be very happy with someone who is a grandparent who wants pets that will be tolerant of small grandchildren. They sleep in a kennel together at night. We will include their leashes, brush, kennel, food storage container and several months’ worth of heartworm prevention.” If you are interested email Tess at tess@hahnfamily.org (Photos of these dogs are posted on the Petwatch blog.)
Deja is a female Chow mixed, between 9 months and 1 1/2 years that was found at Alpha and the Tollway. The founders rescued her from the freeway but cannot keep her. She's approx.30 -35 pounds with slate grey/amber eyes, very sweet and kind, and seems to be a quick learner. No collar and not micro-chipped. If you or would be interested if giving this animal a good home contact Mary at 817 629 9012 or marymakeup@gmail.com
SUCCESS STORIES
On Saturday, March 10th Heather on Bacardi was reunited with her dog, Dixie, a blonde Cairn Terrier that escaped their backyard Friday night. Heather writes, “A nice neighbor kept her overnight and we were reunited Saturday morning!”
The Black and White Border Collie Mix that was found last week was reunited with his owner. Thanks Kara and Brett for fostering and Joyce and her family for helping!
Remember the cat, "Larry", that was reported missing a month ago? Well, amazingly, after being gone for nearly 4 weeks, he showed up back at home the other day, and seems to be just fine. (picture posted on Petwatch blog)
COYOTE REMINDER
If you see a coyote in our neighborhood call 311 immediately then email Petwatch at http://mail.yahoo.com/config/login?/ym/Compose?To=petwatch@highlandmeadowsna.org with details on the location, date and time of the sighing along with any additional pertinent information. Keep both the city and Petwatch informed so we can get more assistance in this effort.
INFORMATION REGARDING RAT POISON
An HMNA pet owner wrote us this week with the following story to share…some info was edited for length…“I have used pet approved rat bait traps for years as there is a wooded creak area about 200 yards over from us and I have neighbors that free feed there dogs. Our dog, Bonnie, was able to get the boxes from under the bricks, shake the boxes in the five directions needed to get the poison bars out of the mazes and emptied both boxes. She ate 4 high strength rat bars. This common form of rat bait is the same a cumaden which is prescribed for stroke victims and heart afib. It stops the body from producing vitamin K which after approximately 5-7 days causing the blood to thin to the point of causing internal bleeding of the organs. The vet has never saved a dog from rat poison and was preparing me to have her put down. The blood work showed that she was not anemic yet so I decided to have an I V started with vitamin K and the vet also started her on antibiotics. After 2 days bonnie was coming back strong. She has improved daily and yester day she ran and caught the Frisbee at full pace. I think she will have a full recovery with little or no long-term lung problems. I have done some research on rat poison and found that it is very treatable if it is know that an animal or person has taken it. Because it takes 5-7 days to act, being aware is the key. Vitamin K is the antidote. It can be found in most pharmacies. I will keep some in my cabinet. The normal dose is 25 mg twice a day for dogs for 4-6 weeks. I believe it is 5-10 mg a day for humans. Rat poison is made with brown sugar coating and other sweeteners to attract rats. This was irresistible for Bonnie from what I have witnessed. It usually starts with a cough and low energy. This is usually misdiagnosed as respiratory infection and treated with antibiotics. As a rule 2 more days will pass and then it is too late. If I hadn’t paid attention Bonnie would not be here today. - Mike
UPCOMING EVENTS:
MICROCHIIPPING EVENT: –
Sunday, March 25th from noon til 4:00 pm.
Dixon Branch’s Petwatch plans to hold ar microchipping event on March 4th at Canine Commissary on Mockingbird Lane. The cost is $20 and includes lifetime registration. Payment is via cash or check only. If you have questions contact Nancy Pinkston from Animal Allies of Texas at http://us.f318.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=aatmail@animalalliesoftexas.org
PETFLIX 2007
Sunday, June 3 at the historic Granada Theater
The SPCA of Texas is hosting a Pet Flix film festival. All of the information including rules for entering a film and event ticket information can be found at http://www.spca.org/site/R?i=qK0nWVWnqBMX-ljdO96WTg...
They are currently working on securing great prize items for: Best Short Tail, Best Long Tail and Best Overall Picture and are asking for donated items to add to the prize packages. Items can be for pets or people. In return for an in-kind prize sponsorship the SPCA will include your name or your company's name and donation information on thei website and in printed Pet Flix material. A detailed brochure listing sponsorship opportunities can be downloaded by clicking here You can also contact Kent Gilliam at 214.461.1816 or http://us.f577.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=kgilliam@spca.org.
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Karen Briggs, Petwatch ChairpersonHighland Meadows Neighborhood Association PetwatchThis bulletin was composed by Petwatch Volunteer Jennifer Costner
