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Lifestyles After 50 Welcomes President Richard Reeves Dear Readers, “The secret of change is to focus all of your energy, not on fi ghting the old, but on building the new.”

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He strode into the offi ce, (sans toga) with a focus on “building the new” and has some big ideas for Life-styles After 50 magazine. We’re all very excited about what the future holds. “I have been in the news-paper business basically all my life, and I think the op-portunity to be part of this publication is very excit-ing,” Reeves told me. “My years with the Times very much prepared me to work here. I am a native Floridian who knows and understands this mar-ket and how to advertise to reach it. This publication is a perfect match. We have wonderful people working for us that truly want the product to keep getting better and more useful in the lives of all of us Floridians over 50.” I asked him what makes magazines like Lifestyles After 50 so important. “We publish Lifestyles to inform our audience of pertinent information that can help them with their everyday lives. We fi nd articles about things that peo-ple over 50 are doing to help each oth-er, stay healthy or just plain have fun. I read the other day that around 11,000 Americans are turning 65 every day. As we reach that milestone there are many important, and dare I say, confusing decisions we have to make. Our hope is that Lifestyles After 50 helps our readers just a little with those decisions, and helps them enjoy life a little more.” I also asked Richard what he saw ahead for the magazine.

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Rinse with clear water. Dry the floor with a terry cloth towel. When the floor is completely dry, polish as usual. To clean those Linoleum and ceramictile floors, use a

solution of ½ cup ammonia and a gallon of hot water. Rinse with clear water.

A Summer of Music and MemoriesThe Summer Oldies Concert Series

is an annual tradition of the Venice Theatre Guild. Relive some of your favorite music when “California Toe Jam”—a ‘50s to ‘80s rock band—takes the stage on Aug. 16. “The Goldtones” return on Sept. 13 with their sweet sounds of Doo-Wop from the 1950s, and the series wraps up on Oct. 13 with “Lotela Gold,” a show band featuring music of the ‘50s and ‘60s.

Concerts are at 8 p.m. and tickets are $20. All proceeds fund the Theatre Guild’s scholarship programs. They are on sale now at the theatre’s box office, by phone at 941-488-1115 or online at www.venicestage.com. Summer box office hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and one hour before all performances.Venice Theatre is located at 140 W. Tampa Ave. in Venice.

Life After The Kids Leave

Roughly 25 million people in the United States are classified as “emp-

ty nesters,” that is, people who have no children living in their home post-gradu-ation from high school. In one study, 23 percent indicated profound unhappiness when their young adults left. In contrast, several studies have suggested that the transition to an empty nest is much easier than previous research had suggested and that “many parents get a new lease on life when their children leave.” Wendy Aronsson, author of “Refeath-ering the Empty Nest - Life After the Children Leave,” refers to this passage as “The Shift,” a time when parents readjust their thinking about how they relate to their child, their parenting partner and their own parents. Taking the first steps toward new pos-sibilities can occur at different paces

for different people, Aronsson says. “Every person I interviewed described a transition period after the youngest child left home. For some, it was days. For others, it was many months. They took inventory of their feelings, relationships and finances to get some clarity not only about where they were, but also about what kind of future they might have. It was part of the process of getting to know themselves, singularly or as a couple, again.” Aronsson followed several couples who had some practical advice about moving forward to examine possibili-ties in marriage, activities and person-al time. For example, several people noted that right after dropping their son or daughter off at college, they went on a short trip with their spouse. “A trip like that doesn’t diminish the effect of children being gone, but it helps in setting the stage for the next phase of their life as a couple,” she said. Cleaning the young adult’s newly va-cated bedroom, according to a couple

of mothers, was a cathartic experi-ence. “It would be normal to have that activity bring up some feelings of sad-ness, but the women I spoke with felt it also provided a sense of closure.” Several people, Aronsson says, emphasized the importance of paying more attention to their personal needs as they transitioned to daily life without children at home. One woman went on a yoga retreat; another spent a few days with her mother. She recommended sitting down and “mapping your direction forward” by making a list of everything that interests you and ranking them in terms of actions you can take immediately and options that will take time to explore, whether it’s taking a trip, trying a new hobby, volunteering or starting a new job. According to Aronsson, the process of “refeather-ing the nest” can involve:

• Pursuing a second career, or rediscovering a pre-children career

• Reinventing yourself• Revitalizing your marriage, as

if to rediscover a relationship kindled prior to children

• Moving on after the marriage seems unsustainable without children

• Rebuilding a problematic marriage• Establishing an adult relationship

with your young adult children “As you imagine the possibilities and take action to pursue them, you will see new feathers appearing in your nest.

It’s highly likely it won’t seem empty at all, but rather filled with tangible and intangible signs that you are enjoying the resolution stage of the Shift,” she says.

Excerpts from the book “Refeathering the Empty Nest - Life After the Children Leave” by Wendy Aronsson, LCSW. Available at amazon.com.


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Hear Clearly. Be Safe.Stay Connected.With an estimated 3.08 million Floridians experiencing some degree of hearing loss and the over 400,000 residents affected by power outages, the ClearSounds CSC500 ensures Floridians with hearing loss stay connected by providing necessary amplification even if the power goes out.

FTRI brings solutions that change lives to people with hearing loss at no cost to them, breaking down barriers and keeping people safeand connected.

Permanent Florida residents who are certified as having a hearing loss can easily obtain the CSC500 by completing an application and visiting one of FTRI’s 24 conveniently located distribution centers throughout the state.

FTRI is Keeping Florida ConnectedConnecting to the ones we care

about the most is critical as we grow older. Besides the obvious fact that we simply need close relationships in order to remain vibrant, active and healthy, studies show hearing loss can eventually lead to dementia and cognitive dysfunction in older adults. Those pleasant Sunday afternoon calls from your family not only keep you connected, they provide vital cognitive stimulation, keeping our minds sharp and healthy, especially as we age.

The award-winning ClearSounds CSC500 makes it easy to stay con-nected. Features such as easy-to-read buttons and eight memory speed dial buttons with placement for photos adds a personalized touch to speed dialing. The amplified speak-erphone provides hands-free use for those long “catching-up” con-versations without having to hold a phone to your ear for hours on end. Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc. (also known as FTRI), the non-profit distributor of specialized telecommunications equipment for people with hearing loss and speech disabilities, currently offers the CSC500 by ClearSounds at no cost to qualified Florida residents. The ClearSounds CSC500 is a remarkably simple and powerful phone that

amplifies incoming sounds up to 40 decibels while making voices clear and easy to understand. In addition, the CSC500 does not require power, so it delivers complete functionality and amplification even during a power outage. You’ll never be disconnected from your friends and family. “We are so proud to be a part of FTRI’s vital program for people with hearing loss.” says Michele Ahlman, President of ClearSounds. “I know firsthand—as the daughter of an Army officer who lost his hearing serving our country—the real impact hearing loss has on the individual as well as their families. I love being able to talk to my father on the phone, and I know he truly appreciates it as well. As not only the producer but an owner of the CSC500, we know it truly has a positive impact. It’s been estimated that just over three million Floridians are currently experiencing some degree of hearing loss. That’s why we are so pleased to be working with FTRI to bring this solution to Floridians, keeping them connected to their friends, families and loved ones.” Permanent Florida residents who are certified as having a hearing loss can easily obtain the CSC500 by complet-ing an application and visiting one of FTRI’s 24 conveniently located dis-tribution centers throughout the state. For more information, call FTRI at 1-800-222-3448 or visit www.ftri.org/Clearsounds. #KeepFloridaConnected.

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one seems to be talking about a new weight loss fad. Forget the quick weight loss schemes. We know that getting to—and staying—a healthy weight can help you feel better. For weight loss success while still eat-ing delicious food, the trick is to focus on key behaviors. Here are some of the recent myths about losing weight.Myth: If I eliminate sugar, I don’t need to worry about calories to lose weight. Some obesity researchers are sug-gesting that it’s the sugar and not the calories that are most important for weight. The role of sugar and refined carbohydrates in our obesity epidemic is making a lot of headlines lately, yet the research isn’t clear. It’s true that Americans eat too many sugary and refined foods such as chips, cakes, soft drinks and sugary snacks. It’s hard to separate the extra calories in these foods from the sugar-calories. Plenty of healthy foods contain natural sugars—think mangoes and bananas—and the occasional sugary food can still be part of a healthy diet.

Try this: Here’s a strategybacked up by research that you can start today: Replace foods like white bread and sugary cereals with whole grain breads and cereals. Ditch the chips and energy bars for crisp vegetables, whole fruits and salads sprinkled with crunchy nuts. You’ll have larger portions and more bites, but fewer calories with more fiber and water. There is research showing that foods with fewer calories per bite can help you feel full without overdoing on calories.

Myth: Diet sodas cause weight gain. A couple of studies observed that people who drink diet sodas are more likely to be overweight and obese. But those only saw a link. When a recent study compared how different beverages affected weight loss, they found those drinking diet beverages also lost weight. This was a short term study, 12 weeks, but the research suggests that you don’t need to avoid diet drinks. We need more research to understand their effect. But the role of sugary beveragesin weight control is clear. Avoid them at all costs, as they can lead to weight gain and obesity.Try this: If you are cutting back on sugary beverages and you find that substituting those with diet drinks helps you make the transition to less calories, go ahead. They can be part of your overall program to make healthier choices. Water and other non-sweetened beverages are also a great way to quench your thirst. Myth: Losing weight isn’t worth it

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Did you know that over 100 million Americans suffer from knee and joint pain?

Have you ever wondered how different your life would be if you could get rid of your knee pain?

How would you feel if there was an FDA- approved treatment available locally that could provide relief, requires no surgery, was virtually pain-free and above all was covered by most insurance carriers including Medicare?

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CONSIDER THE FACTS…> Degenerative joint conditions impact over 100 million people in the United States.

> Roughly 25% of all visits to primary care, physicians are attributed to these conditions.

> Half of all anti-inflammatory drug prescriptions written in the United States are for joint pain.

> One in five adults (22%) in the United States reports having doctor -diagnosed arthritis.

> In 2007–2009, 50% of adults 65 years or older reported an arthritis diagnosis.

> By 2030, an estimated 67 million Americans ages 18 years or older are projected to have doctor-diagnosed arthritis.

Considering surgery?Those suffering from knee pain typically try supplements or pain medications before seeking help. When all else fails, some feel surgery is the only option.

What else is available to treat knee pain?After careful study and several trials the FDA cleared a new treatment aimed at helping those with knee pain.

How does the treatment work?Our doctors use a high tech medical device called a fluoroscope to pinpoint problem areas with extreme accuracy. An injection of dye confirms needle placement to ensure that the pain relieving drug, Hyalgan reaches the knee capsule. Viscosupplementation is then injected into the knee where it bonds with the naturally occurring joint fluid to create a lubricating and cushioning layer. It also reduces pain, inflammation and swelling of the joint.

What is injected into the knee?Hyaluronic acid (Hyalgan) is a natural substance purified to mimic the lubricating substances that occur naturally in the joint called synovial fluid. In patients with osteoarthritis, synovial fluid “dries up” allowing the cartilage of the joint to rub against itself and other surfaces, causing pain, inflammation and, in most cases, damage to the joint. Think of this treatment like oiling a squeaky door hinge; once applied, the squeaking stops and the door moves more freely.

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Summertime is Savings Time at TreasuresIf you’ve been meaning to visit Treasures Thrift Shop Benefiting Tidewell, now is the time. Off-season is a great time to check us out and save even more. You never know what Treasures you will find in used furniture, books, household goods and clothing. Stop back often as items change daily!

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Remembering Casey Kasem“Keep your feet on the ground, and keep reaching for the stars.” —Casey Kasem

Kasem’s familiar quote has ended years of “American

Top 40,” a syndicated radio show that he hosted for around two decades. He passed away on June 15 of this year, leaving behind a nation of devoted fans. Since the 1960s, the famous voice has been heard in roles in television series like Hawaii Five-O and in cartoon characters like Scooby-Doo’s Shaggy and Batman’s Robin. In his early years, he worked for radio stations across the country and could even be heard abroad during the Korean War on Armed Forces Radio. What many didn’t know was that he suffered from an illness known as Lewy body dementia (LBD) at the end of his life—a disease that also affects 1.3 million Americans. It can be difficult to diagnose, as it changes the

brain in ways typically seen in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. LBD is caused by abnor-mal protein deposits in the brain stem. These proteins disrupt the brain’s normal functioning by depleting dopamine and acetylcho-line, causing impaired thinking, movement, sleep

and behavior, and causing people to see hallucinations and act out dreams. It also affects autonomic body func-tions such as blood pressure control, temperature regulation and digestion. Recognizing symptoms early can help a person with LBD get ap-propriate treatment and the caregiver get much needed support. The Lewy Body Dementia Associa-tion offers info, resources and support on their website, including a down-loadable Diagnostic Checklist of LBD symptoms for patients and caregivers. To learn more, visit lbda.org.

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Tidewell is supported by its wonderful volunteers, “Treasured” shoppers and many generous donors. But did you know there is another way to help support Treasures? All you have to do is “LIKE” us on Facebook (facebook.com/treasuresthriftshop). That’s right, just one little click on that thumbs up button benefits Trea-sures and you! By liking us, you are the first to be notified about special

sales and new items in store. Plus, you have access to special updates and coupons only available online. The benefit for Treasures is that you help us get the word out about the store. By liking Treasures, and encouragingyour friends to like Treasures,you spread the word about how donations and sales at Treasures Thrift Shop help support the important pro-grams offered by Tidewell Hospice. It’s a win-win!

Stop by Treasures in the Bird Bay Plaza in Venice anytime during August and we will help you like us on Facebook—and give you an additional 10 percent off that day’s purchase. Don’t forget, Treasures always welcomes your gently used donations of furniture, clothing and household goods, as well as your time as a volunteer.


Timeless Beauty Tips:Everyone ages

differently, but anyone can age well. This

monthly column will explore ways to help you stay as youthful on the outside as you feel on the inside. This month’s tip is from the experts at SmartBrow:The Key To Youthful Aging: Eyebrows Did you know that thinning eye-brows are one of the very first—and most easily quantifiable—visible signs of aging? Eyebrows frame the face, convey emotion and, when shaped properly, make the eyes look brighter and the cheekbones more defined.The Facts On Brow Loss Eyebrow loss tends to peak by the age of 45 or so. But, according to Dr. Jef-frey Epstein, a specialist The Huffing-ton Post interviewed, those who have tweezed avidly in their lives will be hit the hardest. Certain medications, meno-pause and thyroid issues can also cause hormonal shifts that lead to brow loss.

Brow implants—which utilize hair plugs the same way a traditional scalp hair implant would—and permanent makeup (tattooed eyebrows) are last resorts. For a natural look, try pencils, powders or fillers that match your hair color.1. Define the boundaries of your brow: Hold your brow pencil or brush upright, starting at the edge of your nostril. Where that vertical line meets your brow is where your eyebrow should start. Keep-ing the bottom at your nostril, angle the pencil so it crosses the center of your eye. The pencil’s tip is your ideal arch spot. Follow through to the outside corner of your eye to where your brow should end.2. Gently outline your brow with a pencil and fill in the center with light, feathery strokes, following the angle of your hair. For powders and fillers, gently apply with a brush to the bottom of your brow, then use a spoolie brush or clear brow gel to brush through your eyebrows, evenly distributing the color. More info at dermstore.com/SmartBrow.

Jewish Housing Council Foundation Names Mary Lee Richey

Vice President of DevelopmentThe Sarasota-

Manatee Jewish Housing Council Foundation is pleased to announce that Mary Lee Richey has joined the team as vice presi-dent of development. Richey was the senior development officer at Ringling College of Arts and Design from 2007 – 2013. Prior to that, Richey served as executive director of Animal Rescue Coalition in Sarasota from 2002 – 2007. She served as the development officer and administrative director for the Sarasota Opera from 1999 – 2002. She also consulted with the New York City Bal-let in the development department and worked for J.P. Morgan in New York. “We are excited to welcome Mary Lee Richey to our team,” says Chief

Executive Officer Heidi Brown, “and we look forward to the sustained growth and success of the Sarasota-Manatee Jewish Housing Council Founda-tion, which supports life-enriching programs and services for our residents and families.”About Kobernick-Anchin-Benderson Established in 1993, Kobernick-

Anchin-Benderson is Sarasota’s only senior rental community offering a full continuum of care: Kobernick House for independent living, Anchin Pavilion for assisted living and secure memory care, and the Benderson Family Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Kobernick-Anchin-Benderson is a not-for-profit enterprise developed by the Sarasota-Manatee Jewish Housing Council, offering the ultimate in full-service senior living on a beautiful 27-acre campus, convenient to cultural and recreational attractions in the greater Sarasota-Manatee area. All care options are available on the same campus so residents are able to age in place with dignity and peace of mind.

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For starters, Matt, the casino made you give back the money simply because it didn’t belong to you. “Find-ers keepers, losers weepers” is not a defense for taking credits discovered on a slot machine. You are basing your newly found booty on the prem-ise that when something is abandoned, whoever finds it can claim it. Unfor-tunately, within the casino walls, this raises ethical and legal challenges. On the casino floor, credits left on machines do NOT belong to the person who finds them, but it doesn’t neces-sarily mean that they belong to the casino either. Casinos, as well as some gaming jurisdictions, have specific policies on how to handle abandoned credits. The children’s rhyme, “finders keepers, losers weepers” may apply in children’s games but doesn’t pass muster in gambling establishments. Like a pair of sunglasses left at a blackjack game, in the joints where I worked, we regarded credits left on a slot machine specifically as “lost property” and did our best to find their

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Accomodations Beau Rivage hosts 1,740 guest rooms and suites designed with comfort, convenience and Southern elegance in mind. Each room comes with double pillow-top mattresses, triple

sheeting, 32-inch flat screen TVs, spacious bathrooms with soaking tubs and showers, and views of the Mississippi Gulf Coast or historic Biloxi and its Back Bay. “We had a two night stay in a very nice room with a king size bed,” said Merritt. “It was on the 16th floor looking out from the front of the building.”

Dining With 12 restaurants and bars on the premises featuring traditional cook-ing to exotic international cuisine, guests don’t have to go far for a memorable dining experience. Enjoy steak and seafood at BR Prime, Asian cuisine at Jia, Italian favorites at Stellas or music and cocktails at EIGHT75 bar, to name a few. Richie Merritt had his favorites: “We dined at The Terrace Café, and the special that night was a German dinner. We also dined at The Coast Restaurant where I had ribs and Shir-ley had pizza. Both were excellent.

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If the afternoon munchies strike, Beau Rivage has you covered there as well. Merritt enjoyed an ice cream cone at Scoops and noshed on a sandwich and cake at Snacks.

Activities and Gaming Beau Rivage Resort and Casino is a complete getaway, offering a tranquil pool with private cabanas, a spa and salon and plenty of shopping. Golfers can take on Fallen Oak, a challenging golf course designed by by legendary course architect Tom Fazio that winds through sand, wetlands, pecan groves and stately forests of oak, pine and magnolia. “We went to the pool and shopped at a nice ‘$10-or-less store,’ Mer-ritt said. “Of course, we spent a lot of time in the casino.” The resort’s claim to fame is their 85,000-square-foot casino, which features 94 table games and 2,051 slot machines, including 238 video poker games. Additionally, the casino

offers 100 percent coinless gaming and a new two-tiered poker room with 16 tables and weekly tournaments. A luxurious high-stakes lounge awards more adventurous gamers with 10 blackjack tables and a baccarat table, a high-limit slot room, an exclu-sive buffet and bar lounge, dedicated cashier services, private restrooms and round-the-clock concierge service. Entertainment Headline entertainers from Jay Leno and Bryan Adams to the Four Tops and the Temptations have left their mark at Beau Rivage over the years. Merritt, who opened for the Four Tops during his time with The

Memories, had a chance to take in a performance or two during his stay. “We saw a very good band at The Coast nightclub each night. We also heard a good Brazilian singer at EIGHT75 bar and he and I talked about the music business when he was on break,” he said. The Beau Rivage Theatre, with 1,550 seats and a state-of-the-art sound-and-lighting system, is host to an ever-changing lineup of

shows from world-renowned record-ing artists, magicians and comedians to full-scale international production shows and Broadway-style revues. You can visit their website for a schedule of upcoming entertainment. For Merritt and Shirley, the vacation was a welcome respite and a chance to enjoy the show from the other side of the stage. “It was a fun trip and we had a great time. Everyone we came in contact with was very kind and friendly,” he said. There may be more Beau Rivage performances in the future for Richie Merritt. In the meantime, if you’re looking for a getaway that combines relaxation and the thrill of gaming, plan your vacation at www.beaurivage.com.

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Veterans Corner

BY JANICE DOYLE

The primary target of a soldier’s gripes since the start of war-

fare has traditionally been “Chow.” By the time of the Korean Conflict some things had improved. Trans-portation capabilities and new equipment developments made getting food to the soldiers easier than any other war to that time. It was, however, still a time of war. Two Florida retired GIs have memories of the unusual ways they became “cooks” during war time.

Korea Allan Millard’s first teenage job was cutting meat in a meat market. He had also helped run a household for a number of years because his mother was quite ill. Millard says these two experiences helped him greatly—and may have saved his life—when he was drafted into the Army and sent to Korea. He arrived at the front line “just as our forces were defeated at the hill known as Old Baldy. The Army needed medics because the enemy had been identifying them by a cross on the helmet and shooting them.” Mil-lard, of Clearwater, would be a medic, he was told. However, when he pulled K.P duty at his new M.A.S.H Com-pany, he was so good working with food, he was asked to become a cook.

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Vietnam “Every Marine on the DMZ in Vietnam was a cook!” says Paul Goodman who served with L Com-pany, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Regiment, 3rd Marine Division. They were as far north as the DMZ permitted and with no rear base camps to return to for food. “We had no USO shows, no regular mail, no showers, no change of clothes, except socks—and certainly no mess hall/dining facility. We cooks of the jungle had canned food. Ham and Mothers (potatoes), scrambled eggs, chili con carné, spaghetti.” They opened the cans with the trusty P-38. “We’d form a stove from another can and make vent holes in it. The heat would be from heat tabs, and if we had no tabs, we’d use a pinch of C-4 explosive putty. We could add salt to the meals, and if you were lucky someone’s family would have sent Tabasco sauce or steak sauce.” Of course they only had hot chow dur-ing the day—never at night. “And most of us, because of patrolling, ambushes, or unit moving—just ate ‘em unheated out of the can. I still have my P-38 and still gladly eat canned food,” says Goodman, who lives in Dunedin now.

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Andy Rooney on the chow line during a USO tour of Korea.

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kids, they may be evidence that there is bowling in heaven. But for Fido, thunderstorms can seem like a nuclear war and the end of the world. Approxi-mately 90 percent of dogs with storm phobias also have noise phobias (to fireworks and gunshots) according to the animal behavioralist Karen Overall. If your dog pants, salivates, trembles, cries, hides, has accidents or is destruc-tive trying to escape during fireworks or thunderstorms, your dog is having a panic attack due to a serious phobia. Dogs may develop these phobias after a single bad experience such as being left outdoors in a storm, accom-panying Bubba while he shoots beer cans, or being left in the house while the neighborhood pyrotechnomaniac sets off his fireworks. The pet may subsequently react to a variety of triggers such as changes in barometric pressure, the blowing of leaves, thun-der and flashes of light, static electric-ity in the air or on the fur, the smell of an approaching storm, and even the fear reactions of other pets or people.

How Can You Help?If you are adopting a shelter or rescue dog, ask how he reacts to storms. Keep him inside during storms and fireworks. Don’t take him to the gun range. Instead, have a storm party! Be upbeat, combine play and special treats, and have a treasure hunt. Teach that thunder and fireworks can lead to LIVERWURST! rather than FEAR. Be upbeat and use your Happy Voice. DON’T act tense and con-cerned or say “It’s OK” (this tells your pet that his anxious reaction is OK), or yell at Fido. DO reward him for remaining calm and focused on you and try natural calming remedies

such as pheromone collars or plug-in diffusers (such as Dog-Appeasing Pheromone or DAP™), Rescue Remedy™, melatonin, or peppermint or lavender oil applied to the footpads, or Royal Canin’s Calm Diet™.Dress for tranquility with the Thundershirt™ or Anxiety Wrap™, which use acupressure points to cause calming, much like swaddling a baby. Even a blanket placed over Fido can help by reducing static electricity.

Make a storm shelter and arrive early. Place an open dog crate, wrapped in a thick comforter, in a windowless dark interior room or closet with the door open.Don’t wait to medicate. I prescribe a maintenance anti-depressant medication like Prozac throughout the storm season, then use a short-acting anti-anxiety medication just before the event. I never use the popular pet tranquilizer Acepromazine alone, for it will only sedate Fido and not reduce his anxiety.Turn the negative into a positive, by teaching your pet to tolerate storms by using positive events and treats during a fake storm of increasing intensity (using a storm CD and strobe flash). Summertime does not need to be a season of dread for the dog in your life. Kate Brown, DVM, is the owner and medical director of Brandt Veterinary Clinic in Nokomis Florida. Visit their website at www.brandtvetclinic.com or email her at [email protected].


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