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Scoop is a bi-monthly newsletter put out by the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA
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Hiking with dogs can be a great
experience as long as you make
sure you are prepared and your
dog is conditioned to do so.
Start with small hikes and build
up your dog’s stamina and fit-
ness level. Make sure dogs are
allowed where you plan to hike,
as some state parks prohibit
walking your dogs in the park.
Bring plenty of water with you
and be sure your dog is protect-
ed from fleas and ticks.
Rattlesnakes are rarely an issue in
spring, except on extra hot days, but
one should always be
cautious. Be sure you have the dog on
a leash throughout the walk. A loose
dog can get into a lot more trouble
than one that is supervised on a leash,
particularly in areas where coyotes and
even mountain lions may be present.
may | june 2013
Exercising with Your Dog
It’s that time of year again! Springtime, when the days
get longer and the wildflowers are in bloom, is a great
time to get out and give your dog the exercise he needs!
Most dogs benefit greatly from consistent exercise (they
have a lot less energy to spend on behaviors you don’t
want them to do), and many people like to hike with
their dogs when the days get warmer and the sun is out.
compassion and care for all animals
pasadena humane society & spca
(continued on back page)
Springtime is the season for baby wild animals,
especially in our foothill communities. If you’re
walking your dog at the park, cleaning your back-
yard or even going on a hike you may notice baby
wildlife. Well-intentioned residents may find solitary
babies and think the animal is orphaned. However,
most of these babies are being taught to survive
on their own and their parents are nearby. It is best
to leave the babies alone since removing them
greatly reduces their chance of survival.
Nestlings (featherless birds) that have fallen out
of a tree can be replaced in their nest very safely. The mother bird will accept
them. If you cannot find the nest, create one using a small box or margarine tub.
Put holes in the bottom for drainage. Fledgling birds (feathered, but are learning
to fly) are often found hopping around under trees.
If they are in no danger of being attacked by predators, leave them alone. Place
them under a nearby bush or shrub. The mother bird will continue to take care
of them until they are able to fly, usually in a few days.
Mammals rarely abandon their young. However, some such as rabbits and deer,
may be away from their young from dawn to dusk. If you see a baby mammal,
leave it alone. Observe it from a distance for 2-3 hours. If the mother does not
return, call PHS for advice.
Young that are injured or bleeding, or have heavy discharge from their eyes or
nose need to be rescued. Any animal needs to be rescued that is cold to the
touch, making continuous distress calls, or has no mother.
To rescue a baby animal, put it in a small box and keep the box in a warm,
dark and quiet place. Do not give it anything to eat. Immediately contact us
at 626.792.7151.
But spring also brings a wonderful fundraiser for PHS--the San Marino Motor
Classic. This year, if you buy your ticket through PHS, you are automatically
entered into a drawing for a 1990 Corvette convertible. More information is
available at www.pasadenahumane.org/motorclassic.
Thanks to each of you for your support and love of animals,
leader of the pack
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community heroes
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Another reason to love PasadenaThe Crown City is home to many
iconic and historic jewels – The Rose
Bowl, The Rose Parade, Old Town, the
Norton Simon Museum, Caltech, to
name a few. One gem that stands out
is the Pasadena Federal Credit Union
(PFCU), which has helped the com-
munity since 1935!
Serving more than 11,000
members and 100 orga-
nizations, community
involvement is an
integral part of
the PFCU’s credo.
It is the official
bank for the cit-
ies of Pasadena,
San Gabriel, Sierra
Madre and South
Pasadena, as well
as for the Girl Scouts
of Greater Los Angeles.
One of the credit union’s strongest
passions is promoting financial lit-
eracy. Staff host free workshops at
schools, colleges and other nonprofits
such as Union Station Homeless Ser-
vices. Other programs include 40 Tips
for College Students, as well as a part-
nership with Sammy Rabbit, which
teaches younger children the basics
of saving money. PFCU also hosts an
annual blood drive and barbecue for
Huntington Hospital and participates
in our annual Wiggle Waggle Walk as
Team PFCU Paws for a Cause.
“We want to make the best deci-
sions for our members,” says John
Schaefer, Director of Marketing &
Business Development. With that
said, PFCU’s efforts have not gone
unnoticed. It won Reader’s Choice
Awards as the Best Bank in the San
Gabriel Valley from the Los Ange-
les Times and San Gabriel Valley
New Group, as well as a feature
story on the United Nations
coop website.
As for the future of
PFCU, Schaefer says
that balancing new
technology with its
brick and mortar
services is im-
portant. PFCU
recently launched
an smartphone app
and plans to launch a
YouTube channel in the near future.
Bottom line: PFCU is here to help
its members.
PFCU is our Community Hero
because of its strong community
involvement and dedication to help
people. Its motto is “Another reason
to love Pasadena” and it certainly
is just that! For more information
about Pasadena Federal Credit
Union, visit www.pfcu.org.
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. 2
paw & order
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Many people are unaware of the legal
regulations, requirements and restric-
tions that inform the way that the Pasa-
dena Humane Society & SPCA takes in,
cares for, adopts or place animals with
a rescue partner. These regulations exist
to provide basic care and protection for
owners of lost pets and all animals. PHS
respects all of the federal, state, county
and city laws and regulations for each of
the seven cities we serve.
PHS, an open door shelter, is under con-
tract to care for all animals in Arcadia,
Glendale, La Cañada Flintridge, Pasade-
na, San Marino, Sierra Madre, and South
Pasadena. Animals from those cities are
the ones we can accept in our facility.
Under California law, PHS must house
domestic animals for a stray period of
5-7 days, so that the owner has time to
locate their pet and take it back home.
During the stray period, an animal may
be released to its owner or treated for
health reasons. During this time, PHS
vaccinates dogs and cats in order to
keep control over potential infectious
diseases in the kennels. After the stray
period is over, these animals may be up
for adoption, sent to rescue, groomed,
and placed in one of our enrichment
programs.
According to the State of California, any
dog or cat that has been adopted from
an animal shelter, humane society or
rescue organization must be spayed or
neutered. PHS also sterilizes and micro-
chips dogs, cats and rabbits before they
go leave the shelter.
Although PHS receives goats, chickens
and the occasional pig, only some cities
have zoning for farm animals. Our adop-
tion department must be aware of spe-
cific requirements before it can approve
placement of farm animals. They also
must respect the limits that each city has
on the amount of pets allowed in each
household so that we do not contribute
to over-zealous animal lovers unwittingly
breaking the law!
PHS assists thousands of animals each
year. These laws are just a few of the
ways animals are protected, and, in turn,
allow us to provide the best care possible
for them.
Laws for Our Cause
When you donate to the Pasadena Humane Society, you help animals in
Arcadia, Glendale, La Cañada Flintridge, Pasadena, San Marino, Sierra
Madre, and South Pasadena. The Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA is not
part of any national animal organization. All of the funds you contribute
to PHS stay locally. Donate to the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA and
help the animals in your community.
Q: I have two female dogs and they do not seem to be getting along. What can I do to help?
A: Female dogs are much more territorial than males and can often have
difficulty sharing the same home. It is important to note that some
females may never be able to fully share the same space, so they may
have to be kept separate at all times. You want to make sure to feed
them separately, train them separately and keep them separate at night
and during the day when you are not able to monitor their interactions.
Walking, however, isa great (and very neutral) way to keep your dogs
socialized to each other. Because they are walking with you, in the same
direction and on leash, it provides great structure for both dogs. Hav-
ing two or more female dogs in the same house typically requires more
work than having only one female, but with lots of structure and dili-
gence, it can be done!
Q: My dog goes crazy every time he sees a squirrel or other small animal while we are out on walks. Now he is starting to try and chase bicycles, skateboards and even people running by us. What can we do to stop this?
A: Many dogs have an instinctive drive to chase and capture prey. Certain
breeds such as hounds, terriers, herding dogs and some spitz breeds
(huskies, malamutes, etc.) can have an especially highprey drive. The
drive is usually triggered by movement or high-pitched sounds. Because
prey drive is instinctive, it cannot be completely stopped but there are
things you can do to manage and controlit. Be aware of things that may
set him off and distract him before he can react. Teach him to focus on
you and reward him when he ignores other distractions. Use equipment
such as a head collar that will give you greater control on walks. Exer-
cise your dog with an energetic game of fetch to tire him out before you
go on the walk. Finally, move behind objects such cars, trees, bushes etc.
to block his view of things he wants to chase.
Tips and Myths About Pets
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behavior & training Q A
For more tips and information, please contact the Pasadena
Humane Society & SPCA’s Behavior & Training Department
at 626.792.7151 ext. 155.
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event round-up
San Marino Motor Classic 2012
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The 2013 San Marino Motor Classic:
Design in Motion is geared up for
Sunday, June 9 from 9 a.m.
to 3 p.m. at the rolling green
lawns of Lacy Park located
at 1485 Virginia Road. Pur-
chase advance tickets from
PHS for $25 online or $30
the day of the event and be
entered to win a 1990 Cor-
vette convertible!
Spend the day with your
family and witness more
than 240 classic and collec-
tor cars from all eras of the
twentieth century. This year’s event is a
CCCA regional Grand Classic so expect
to see even more rare cars in pristine
condition. Dave Kunz and Ed Justice,
Jr. return as masters of ceremonies.
If you buy your tickets from PHS, all
money goes to the animal care pro-
grams and you have a chance to win
the Corvette! Visit www.pasadenahu-
mane.org/motorclassic for tickets and
more information.
Join us for the 3rd annual San Marino Motor Classic
save the date!
Join thousands of animal lovers and
their four-legged companions on
Sunday, September 29, 2013 for a
community dog walk and fundraiser
to help all our furry friends. The
Wiggle Waggle Walk is the Pasadena
Humane Society’s biggest fundrais-
ing event of the year because of
committed and caring people just
like you! With your help, we hope to
raise $350,000 to provide care for
the thousands of animals that come
to our shelter annually.
Register for the Wiggle Waggle Walk
today and win exciting prizes as you
fundraise for the animals—everyone’s
a winner!
For more information, visit www.
wigglewagglewalk.org or call (626)
792-7151 ext. 167.
It’s Wiggle Waggle Walk time!
San Marino Motor Classic 2012
Non-profitOrganizationU.S. postage
paIDpasadena, Ca
permit No. 1142361 South Raymond Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91105
Exercising with Your Dog (continued from front page)
The Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA is a
private, non-profit, open door, animal welfare
agency serving the communities of Arcadia, Glen-
dale, La Cañada Flintridge, Pasadena, San Marino,
Sierra Madre and South Pasadena.
Facility HoursTues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 9 am—6 pmSat 9 am—5 pmSun 11 am—5 pm
adoption HoursTues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 9 am—5 pmSat 9 am—4 pmSun 11 am—4 pm
www.pasadenahumane.org
24 hour Emergency Service please call 626.792.7151Glendale residents please call toll-free 818.240.9100
The Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA is a private, non-profit, open door, animal welfare agency serving the communities of Arcadia, Glendale, La Cañada Flintridge, Pasadena, San Marino, Sierra Madre and South Pasadena
If you don’t want to brave the
wilderness, a walk around the park
is just as enjoyable for your dog.
Make sure you have the right equip-
ment that suits your dog and fits
him properly before heading out.
Work up to longer walks and stay
alert to potential hazards such as
loose dogs or cars while crossing
the streets.
As the weather heats up, we sug-
gest that you walk your dog in the
morning or evening hours when it is
a little cooler and more enjoyable.
When the weather gets too hot to
hike, many dogs enjoy playing in a
kiddie pool that has a few inches
of water in it. It’s cooling and gives
your pet a chance to use up a lot
of energy, but be sure to supervise
your dog when the pool is available.
The most important thing is to have
fun outside with your dog and you
will both enjoy it together!
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