Dear Maggie,
September 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Dear Maggie,
I keep reading in the paper about all of great service dogs in our area. They do so many cool things. Sometimes I feel bad; like I’m not doing enough in my community. What can I do to help out more? I want my humans to be proud of me.
Thanks,
Pondering Pooch
Dear Pondering Pooch,
Yes, we do have great service dogs in Gila County, but not all dogs are meant to be working dogs. You are what they call a “Stay at home dog.” Your humans will tell you what they expect from you; sometimes over and over again. Be sure you are listening. Most humans want their pets to be loyal, loving, non-judgmental and to give out a bark or two when someone’s at the door, just the type of things we dogs were designed for. So, keep on being you. I’m sure your humans adore you. I know mine do!
Sincerely,
Maggie
Dear Maggie
September 11, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Dear Maggie,
My name is China Mc Furr but when I was living in the I was known as Rooshka. I want to thank the ladies of the Gila Humane Society for taking good care of me, even though sometime I was very lonely and scared, but I worked very hard to raise all my babies.
Then I was so excited because I was adopted. But I must have done something bad because they brought me back.
When Billy and Diane saw me come back, they were so happy that they took me home immediately.
1 know that you ladies were worried because Billy and Diane have other cats and they would not take good care of me. But, please don’t worry, I have made some good friends, like Gordon. We play and play until we are so tired we have to take a nap in one of the big soft beds. They give really yummy (food called “Science Diet). And there is a special door just for cats. When you go through it, you are in something called the “Cat Cage.’’ It is an outside play room with grass and shade and a water fountain and toys. But it has a very high fence all around so no growly things called dogs can bother you and you can’t go over the high fence so no cars can hurt you. I really love my new home.
Love,
China
Dear China,
I am soooo happy for you. The Humane Society helps many cats and other animals also. They can use help at times, with money and volunteers to help take care of cats and also dogs or growly things too. I would not be one of those growly things, sometimes I really doubt that I am a dog. My mom makes me feel like a member of the family. She says she rescued me but I don’t remember from where. Many happy days for you and all your friends.
Love,
Maggie
Dear Maggie
September 11, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Dear Maggie,
My name is China Mc Furr but when I was living in the I was known as Rooshka. I want to thank the ladies of the Gila Humane Society for taking good care of me, even though sometime I was very lonely and scared, but I worked very hard to raise all my babies.
Then I was so excited because I was adopted. But I must have done something bad because they brought me back.
When Billy and Diane saw me come back, they were so happy that they took me home immediately.
1 know that you ladies were worried because Billy and Diane have other cats and they would not take good care of me. But, please don’t worry, I have made some good friends, like Gordon. We play and play until we are so tired we have to take a nap in one of the big soft beds. They give really yummy (food called “Science Diet). And there is a special door just for cats. When you go through it, you are in something called the “Cat Cage.’’ It is an outside play room with grass and shade and a water fountain and toys. But it has a very high fence all around so no growly things called dogs can bother you and you can’t go over the high fence so no cars can hurt you. I really love my new home.
Love,
China
Dear China,
I am soooo happy for you. The Humane Society helps many cats and other animals also. They can use help at times, with money and volunteers to help take care of cats and also dogs or growly things too. I would not be one of those growly things, sometimes I really doubt that I am a dog. My mom makes me feel like a member of the family. She says she rescued me but I don’t remember from where. Many happy days for you and all your friends.
Love,
Maggie
Dear Maggie
August 28, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Dear Maggie,
My brother Jac-Jac and I moved to Globe from Minnesota. We like being outside, but I’ve seen some pretty scary bugs out here. I have heard my owner call them scorpions. There are snakes and some of the biggest spiders I have ever seen. Do I need to do something or tell my owner he needs to have some type of kit on hand in case we get bit? Will Jac-Jac and I die otherwise? Sometimes our vet is closed.
Scaredy Cat Dog,
Ethan
Dear Ethan,
Dog gone right they are scary! Although not all scorpions are considered deadly venomous (except to insects, their main source of food), you shouldn’t take a scorpion sting lightly. The venom of a scorpion contains digestive enzymes, which can cause extreme pain. The venom of one particular scorpion, Centruroides exilicauda, contains digestive enzymes as well as venom toxic to the nervous system. This species of scorpion is usually found in the southwestern United States. Fortunately, stings by this scorpion are rare.
The effect of the sting often varies with the size of the pet. If prompt veterinary treatment is not administered, pets bitten by this scorpion may not survive. If it makes you feel any better, neither I nor any of my dog friends have gotten sick or died from a scorpion or spider bite. Snakes however are another story. Be sure your owner keeps the yard clear of debris if possible. Smaller dogs or older dogs are more at risk of dying if bit. Ask your vet about an antivenom vaccine for you and Jac-Jac. A snakebite is always an emergency, but again, I have many dog friends who have been bit and survived, even without medical care. My sister Molly was bit and she is feistier than ever!
Sincerely a Scaredy Cat Too,
Maggie
Dear Maggie
July 30, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Dear Maggie,
The other day my humans kept saying “it’s raining cats & dogs.” I quickly ran outside to chase them out of my yard or at least to play with them. All I got was wet, and I mean really wet. There was a lot of water, rocks, wood and mud running through the yard, but no cats or dogs. Should I be concerned that my humans are losing it or should I continue to watch for these cat and dogs to fall from the sky?
Sincerely,
Curious & Concerned.