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November 2015 Senior Pet Issue
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Issue 10: Volume 9contentsPublisher
Jennifer Kitchens-Street(281) 384.5431
Advertising(281) 384.5431
Contributing WritersJohn Hinkle
Bob Williams
Staff PhotographerJamie Fincher
Contributing PhotographerLindsay Young
Urban Paws MagazinePO Box 1556
Spring, TX 77383www.urbanpawsmagazine.com
© Copyright 2015. No part of thispublication may be reprinted orotherwise reproduced without thepublisher’s written permission.Urban Paws magazine assumes noresponsibility for unsolicited manu-scripts, feature and idea submis-sions, or photographs, and suchmaterial will not be returned. UrbanPaws magazine assumes no liabilityfor the contents herein and has theright to refuse advertising for anyreason. Urban Paws magazine doesnot endorse any specific product orservice contained herein; we doencourage you to support ouradvertisers whenever possible.
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November 2015
THE SCOOP 7Canine News and Happenings
PET HEALTH 10Common Health Problems in Senior Dogs
PET PRODUCTS 16Gobble Up These Fantastic Products
SPECIAL FEATURE 18Spirits Are Souring with Hank’s Flights
TRAINING & BEHAVIOR 22Preparing Your Dog For a Visit to the Veterinarian
ADOPTION 24Houston Beagle and Hound Rescue
novemberCANINE CALENDAR
NOVEMBER 14
Beer & Wine Tasting Event
Benefiting Abandoned Animal Rescue.
Barkway Pet Resort, 24730 TX-249 in
Tomball. 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. $50 tickets includes
beer & wine tasting, appetizers and door
prize entry. For tickets and information,
email [email protected].
NOVEMBER 14
Craft Beer, Burgers and Wine with Your
Canine!
A great time to dine and listen to good music
performed by Kenny Courville with your pet
and help raise money for local pet rescues
through Texas Paw Party. Puffabelly’s
Restaurant, 100 Main St. in Spring. 5:00 -
8:00 p.m. Early bird tickets are $20 and $25
at the door. For more information, visit
www.texaspawparty.com.
NOVEMBER 14
Bark for Life of Montgomery County
The American Cancer Society Bark For Life is
a non-competitive walk event for dogs and
their owners to raise funds and awareness
for the American Cancer Society's fight
against cancer. Bring your best canine friend
and join us for a fun-filled day starting with a
walk, and then continuing with demonstra-
tions, contests and games. Cattail Park in The
Woodlands. 9:00 -11:00 a.m. To register, visit
www.relayforlife.org/barkmontgomerycount
yTX.
NOVEMBER 21
Cypress 5K Fun Run and Puppy Parade
Spillane Middle School, 13403 Spillane
Woods Blvd. in Cypress. 9:00 a.m. - noon.
Cypress residents can strengthen their fami-
lies, their bodies and their neighborhood
school at one fun event this fall. Start times
will be staggered. The run, which will go
through the Coles Crossing neighborhood,
will feature a timed run, a family run for
those pushing strollers or wanting to walk,
and a dog walking segment as well. For more
information, visit
https://thedriven.net/cypress5k.
Follow us on FACEBOOK & TWITTER for the mostup-to-date information, news and events!
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America’s Favorite Neighborhood PetStore ‘Marks Territory’ in Katy
This fall, Katy pet parents will be lining up to
celebrate the grand opening of Pet Supplies
Plus, the nation’s most trusted network of com-
munity pet retailers for food, equipment, toys
and more. Located on the southwest corner of
Cinco Ranch Boulevard and FM 1463, Pet
Supplies Plus of Katy will open its doors in late
October 2015.
The new Pet Supplies Plus location will offer
area residents a broad range of food from pre-
mium items to basic grocery products and a
wide variety of pet toys, equipment, fish and
critters. Additionally, the independently owned
and operated store will carry an extensive variety
of Made in the USA pet consumables such as
wet and dry food, treats, rawhide, chews and
more all at great prices and with a price-match
guarantee.
The 8,000 square-foot neighborhood pet cen-
ter is proud to feature a varied selection of nat-
ural pet foods that do not contain any chemical-
ly synthetic additives or ingredients, making it
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easier for pet parents to provide their pets with
healthy meals. Pet Supplies Plus will also feature
a self-service dog wash and a community room
that will be available to local groups and organ-
izations free of charge. Shoppers can also take
advantage of the free Preferred Pet Club which
offers members the benefit of regular coupons
and monthly specials, which add up to big sav-
ings.
“We understand the special bond between
owners and their pets and will strive to create a
fun shopping experience for all of our neigh-
bors, focused on high-quality customer service
and great value,” said Scott Buchel, franchise
owner of Pet Supplies Plus. “We look forward
to becoming an integral part of the Katy com-
munity and getting to know all the neighbor-
hood pets and their people by name.”
Scott has nearly 35 years of retail management
experience and will be teaming up with his wife,
Renee, along with his daughter, Taylor to oper-
ate the Katy store. The Buchels are long time
Katy residents and are thrilled with the oppor-
tunity to introduce the Pet Supplies Plus brand
to the Houston market.
To contact the Pet Supplies Plus of Katy,
please call 281-346-4535.
Abandoned Animal Rescue Spay/NeuterClinic to Re-OpenAAR recently announced that Dr. Laura
McMahan of HousePaws In-Home Veterinary
Care will be the new clinic veterinarian. She will
continue with HousePaws while offering two
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days a week to AAR.
The clinic’s opening date will be announced at
the end of November. To learn more about the
clinic, visit www.aartomball.org.
New iPhone App Connects Dog OwnersTo a Community of Dog Lovers to HelpCare for Their Dogs
With the holiday
season rapidly
approaching, dog
and pet owners will
once again be con-
fronted with the
issue of finding a
dog sitter, walker or
at last resort, a dog
kennel.
One new option
they may have,
which could cut down on costs as well, is a dog
borrower! Bark'N'Borrow, a Los Angeles based
startup, officially launched its public iPhone app
in October, is looking to extend your network
of dog-loving friends that would be interested
in borrowing your favorite four-legged friend.
We all see the last minute requests on
Facebook with dog owners nearly begging for
someone to watch their pup. What if you could
see friends and their connections that are willing
to borrow your dog ahead of your trip out of
town?
While Bark’NBorrow does enable owners and
professional walkers/sitters to connect, the spir-
THE SCOOP
it of the service lies in how it enables “borrow-
ers” – people who aren’t as fortunate to have
their own dog, but would love to spend time
with one whenever they have the chance – to do
so. People who also aren't necessarily looking to
get paid for their time.
To download the app, visit www.barkandbor-
row.com.
Help the Houston SPCA in the iWalk forAnimals Fundraiser
Fetch your sneakers and a furry friend, and join
the Houston SPCA for some fun at the 2015
iWalk for Animals on Saturday, December 5 at
Stude Park from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. There will
be a 5K Canine Caper that begins at 9:15 a.m.
and a 1K Pup Strut that begins at 9:30 a.m.
along the banks of White Oak Bayou.
Every step you take and every dollar you raise
for the iWalk helps the Houston SPCA keep our
24-hour Injured Animal Rescue Ambulances on
the road every day of the year and fund over
7,000 cruelty investigations. Enjoy a perfect
morning with your family and friends, all while
raising much-needed funds to support the
Houston SPCA's lifesaving programs and serv-
ices.
Register now and join the movement to help
give the animals in our community a second
chance at life. www.iwalkforanimals.org.
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PET HEALTH
Common Health Problems in Senior Dogs
s dogs age, they tend to develop health
problems just like humans. Find out
how to best prevent them from occurring until
the very late stages of a dog’s life.
Like all animals, as dogs age they tend to devel-
op health problems unique to older dogs. Many
dog owners have a difficult time accepting this
fact and think that their lively pooch is not an
older dog and will not have health problems.
Dogs can, however, show signs of aging as early
as seven years old. Older dog health problems
generally affect larger breeds earlier than small
breeds that tend to show signs of aging around
10 to 12 years of age. The fact is that senior dog
health problems will eventually be a concern for
every dog owner.
Common Health Problems Facing Older Dogs
All dogs are different and, depending on their
size, breed and activity level, will exhibit health
problems differently. However, there are com-
mon health issues that may manifest in all senior
dogs including the following:
• Joint and bone problems
• An overall reduction in metabolism
• Difficulty with eyes and ears
• Liver and kidney dysfunctions
• Skin becomes thin and less pliable while the
coat becomes mottled and patchy
• Problems with teeth and gums
Unlike a little puppy who has an endless supply
of energy, an older dog will tend to slow down
and take longer to lay down or stand up. Instead
of bounding up the stairs, your senior dog might
take each stair one at a time. Your dog may
develop arthritis (inflammation of the joints)
causing pain and discomfort, which is generally
the cause of this slowing down. There are a host
of anti-inflammatory drugs that your veterinari-
an can suggest to reduce the discomfort caused
by arthritis.
In many cases, an older dog will have problems
with their eyes as they develop cataracts or even
glaucoma. A cataract will become obvious to the
owner as the eyes have a cloudy appearance and
tend to reflect light. Senior dogs may also devel-
op glaucoma, an increased amount of pressure
on the eyes, and can cause more serious prob-
lems if left untreated.
The entire circulation system and many of the
major organs are taxed in older dogs. The heart,
lungs, liver and kidneys all become less efficient
and the immune system can become weak and
vulnerable to viruses and bacteria. Serious
health problems may develop in your senior dog
as some of the symptoms develop gradually. It
is your responsibility to support your older dog's
health and stay informed of the possible senior
dog health problems that commonly arise.
As an aging dog inevitably develops health
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JOHN HINKLE
problems, you can help reduce many of the
symptoms and keep your pet comfortable. The
most basic thing you can do is simply pay more
attention to your senior dog, making sure you're
aware of the changes taking place. Brush your
dog's coat daily and ask your vet if there are spe-
cial shampoos to help with her skin and coat.
Spend time rubbing your hands on his coat feel-
ing for bumps or lesions. Be patient when your
dog needs a little extra time walking up the stairs
or jumping up into the car. Make sure you make
regular visits to your vet and stay current on vac-
cinations. Brush your senior dog's teeth regular-
ly and have them professionally cleaned occa-
sionally. Provide regular exercise while also mak-
ing adjustments needed for your dog as he ages.
As your older dog slows down, you might have
to adjust her diet to help compensate for the
reduction of energy for both his weight as well
as his coat and circulation system. Not only
must the overall calorie intake be reduced, but
you can also feed your senior dog specially for-
mulated foods made to fit their particular needs.
Try to provide the best quality food you can
afford and avoid greasy table scraps.
It's an inevitable fact that dogs age, but you can
make a difference in helping your older dog
overcome health problems. Keep in mind that in
the last eighty years or so the average lifespan of
dogs has increased from 7 years to 12.
Expanding your knowledge and paying attention
to your dogs health will help make sure your dog
lives a long and comfortable life.
PET HEALTH
MUTT MUGS
“Some of my bestleading menhave been dogs and horses.”- Elizabeth Taylor
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PET TRIVIA
The 15 Trendiest Dog Names
of 2015
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o you have a new furry family member
and just can’t seem to come up with a
name? Lauren Darr, Founder of the
International Association of Pet Fashion
Professionals, gives the list of the top 15 dog
names of the year. These names are sure to gar-
ner attention at the dog park.
1) Cecil
2) Hemsworth
3) Francis
4) Royce
5) Fritz
6) McDreamy
7) Kermit
8) Selena
9) Riley
10) North or Northy
11) Mamie
12) Mireille
13) Cookie
14) Amy
15) Swift
D
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SPECIAL FEATURE
Autumn Leaves - Fill your dog’s cookie jarwith tasty peanut butter treats. Availablefrom Bubba Rose Biscuit Co. www.bub-barose.com.
Hot Bows Giblets & Gravy - Stuff yourselfwith total cuteness! A tan and brown layeredturkey on a perfectly plaid double ribbon.www.hotbows.com.
Cabin Button Up - This Cabin button upshirt is the perfect layer to add that extra bitof style to your pup’s kit. Made from a light-weight navy check fabric and finished with aField Mate embroidered patch and CampCloon woven tag. www.campcloon.com.
Gobble up these fantastic pet products!GiveThanks
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Lulubelles Power Plush Turkey - Each toyis backed inside with an extra layer ofdurable mesh fused on the inside to makethese high-quality, soft plush toys hold up tothe scrappiest canines! www.baxterboo.com.
Gobble Dog Collar - Up Country ribboncollars are made from high-tensile strengthnylon webbing with sewn onpolyester/nylon ribbons. The ribbons arestain and fray resistant; designed to last alifetime. www.upcountryinc.com.
Tug & Fetch Pet Toy - This spherical canvasrope toy features a fun repeating pattern ofspeckles, spots and paws. With a squeakerincluded, what bandana-wearing dog couldresist? www.oreoriginals.com.
Wild, Wild Woof Antler Toy- Thisall natural toy will have your woofsaying "YEEEEE-HAW" wheneverplay time rolls around.www.lovethybeast.com.
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SPECIAL FEATURE
he idea for Hank’s Flights began, appro-
priately, on an airplane. Linda Turek was
visiting with her brother-in-law, Howard Turek,
during a routine flight in early 2014, when the
discussion turned to their mutual love of ani-
mals. “I’d read an interesting article on no-kill
shelters and it really hit home,” Linda recalls.
“My husband, George, and I have rescued sev-
eral dogs and cats over the years who have
become beloved members of our family. And
our grown children, Travis and Jessica, have
done the same with their own families. The fact
that our sweet rescued pets were essentially on
animal death row when we found them was a
sobering thought. I began to seriously consider
creating a no kill shelter of our own. “
Howard Turek agreed. Later that evening he
shared the shelter idea with his wife, Kristi.
Kristi Turek grew up raising horses and is a long
time animal advocate who has rescued and reha-
bilitated many pets and wild animals. She imme-
diately got on board and began searching for no
kill shelter information on the web. That led her
to the concept of animal rescue and relocation.
“The ultimate goal is to not only save these ani-
mals from being euthanized, but to find them
safe and happy homes,” Kristi says. “The more
T
Hank’s FlightsA charity that involves a family dog, a private jet and many lives saved.
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Linda and I talked the more we realized we
could make a bigger difference by being
involved in both rescue and relocation. The
question was how.” The answer, as it turns out,
was right in front of them.
Linda’s and Kristi’s husbands, the Turek broth-
ers, were both pilots; George flew A-4s in the
Navy during the Vietnam Era and Howard
spent decades as a Captain for Spirit Airlines.
After George sold his company to a New York
Stock Exchange company, he was finally free to
indulge in his passion–airplanes. “George
worked his butt off and sacrificed a lot to build
his company and make a wonderful life for our
family,” Linda says. “We both did. It was either
golf or airplanes…and he doesn’t play golf.”
For years, George Turek had been volunteering
his jet to transport wounded Veterans and their
families, in association with an organization
called Hero Flights. Howard, looking for a
change, had left Spirit to become his Chief
Pilot. When George upgraded from a Westwind
to a larger Falcon 50, Linda and Kristi
approached him about using the Westwind as an
animal transport plane. “I’d found some great
organizations like Mountain Pet Rescue and
Pilots and Paws that hooked up volunteer pilots
and planes with needy pets,” Kristi recalls.
“Linda and I brought the idea to George and he
jumped on it right away.”
The Tureks made their first animal rescue and
relocation flight in October 2014. With pilots
Howard and Mike Weimert in the cockpit and
Kristi managing the precious cargo, N518GT
left Lonestar Airport in Conroe, Texas for
Colorado Springs, Colorado. The mission was a
great success and a rescue dog named Chloë was
adopted by a loving “furever family.” At that
point the Tureks knew they wanted to make this
more than just an occasional volunteer mission.
Every family has a special pet, and for George
and Linda Turek, that pet was a Golden
Retriever named Hank. “Hank was one of the
kindest souls,” recalls Linda. “He passed at just
ten-years-old from cancer yet his impact on our
family was immeasurable. We felt these animal
transport missions were an opportunity to
honor Hank’s memory. So we began calling
them ‘Hank’s Flights.’”
After the first few missions, the Tureks decided
to expand to a larger scale operation to help
more animals at a time. “Remember, we are not
a charity or a non-profit,” Linda explains. “We
pay for these flights out-of-pocket and jet fuel is
expensive. So we wanted to make sure we were
making the biggest difference possible with each
flight. We connected with Operation Pets Alive
(OPA), an organization out of The Woodlands,
Texas that organizes mass transport of rescue
animals to adopted families. Since then we have
flown as many as 54 animals on our plane at
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once. It has been fantastic.”
Within a matter of a few months, the Tureks
removed the seats in the Westwind to maximize
space for animal crates. Howard and Kristi com-
missioned friend and local artist, Ken Hill, to
design and paint both the Hank’s Flights letter-
ing and a larger than life image of a smiling
Hank on the tail of
the Westwind.
Several other
friends have volun-
teered to host ani-
mals waiting to fly
to their new forev-
er families.
For the time being,
the Tureks are
focused on large-
scale animal trans-
port but they do not
intend to limit their
missions solely to
the furry variety. “Hank loved children and chil-
dren loved Hank. We intend to do more than
just fly animals. We want to help the littlest
souls, the helpless and innocent, be they chil-
dren or puppies. This is all about giving back.
This is all about love.”
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Hank, the Texas Cow Dog
Every family has that one dog. The dog who
never dies but lives on forever in that aching
summertime part of your soul where even the
briefest memory of times past can bring a smile
to your lips or mist the eyes of the old man. The
canine love of your life.
In our family, that dog was Hank. A burly, tail
swinging Golden Retriever, Hank the Texas
Cow Dog could put his lion head against your
own and see right into your heart. His Aurelian
coat soaked up laughter and tears in equal meas-
ure. He knew exactly who needed attention and
who needed protecting. He made people feel
special and seemed to sense exactly when they
needed that extra snuggle or even a well placed,
slobbery lick. If you were sick, if you were sad,
he slept with you until you were well. And he
knew when you needed to be welcomed home,
no matter how late the hour. Hank was raised by
a loving family and though he passed from can-
cer at just ten years of age, his was a full life of
joy and love. Every dog deserves a loving fami-
ly. And every loving family deserves a Hank.
Hank’s Flights is dedicated to honoring the
memory of a beautiful friend who lived to make
others happy by making them feel at home.
To learn more about Hank’s Flights, or to read
about the flight’s missions, visit www.hanks-
flights.com.
isiting your veterinarian is essential to
keeping your dog healthy and happy,
and it is an important part of being a responsi-
ble pet owner. However, a routine check up can
sometimes be distressing to our canine compan-
ions.
When you consider what a vet visit entails, you
can begin to appreciate why your dog may
become so overwhelmed and (sometimes) hard
to control. Not only will he encounter dozens
of new smells, but he may also hear barking
dogs, meowing cats and strange voices. He may
be handled by vet staff in unfamiliar ways that
could add to his apprehension.
Help your dog feel more relaxed and even enjoy
his vet visits by following these tips:
• Take the dog to the vet clinic for brief visits
before your appointment. Introduce him to
the clinic when it’s quiet to get him used to the
smells and sounds of the new environment so
it won’t be entirely strange to him when you
actually go for the exam. Let him meet the
wonderful people who work there; have the
staff give him a treat and place him on a scale;
and allow him to sniff the exam room. A few
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Preparing Your DogFor a Visit to the Veterinarian
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visits like this will help him to associate the vet
clinic with a positive experience.
• At home, during quiet times, you can help your
dog become comfortable with being handled
for a medical examination. Gently pat him on
different areas of his body while he is in a
relaxed state. Mimic how the vet will check
your dog–touch around his eyes and ears, gen-
tly hold his feet and toes (which also helps
reduce his fear of nail clipping), lift his lips and
touch his teeth, gently move his legs, etc. Take
your time with this kind of touch, and do it
often so that it becomes an agreeable experi-
ence for your dog both at home and at the vet.
• Some dogs never go anywhere in the car
except to the vet. Thus, a dog may begin to
associate a car ride with visiting the vet and
may begin to worry the moment you put him
in the car. To prevent this anxiety, do some
practice drives. Take him somewhere fun, so
that he learns that a ride in the car can end in
a pleasurable destination.
• Exercise your dog before the vet visit. A tired
dog is more relaxed and easier to manage.
• Throughout the visit, stay relaxed and uncon-
erned. Your dog can sense your feelings, and
you need to remain calm so that he can feel
calm. Remember, your dog looks to you for his
safety and security.
• Keep your pet on a short leash while in the
waiting area and maintain control of him
throughout your visit to avoid any stress,
injury or altercations with other pets. If he
shows any signs of aggression toward dogs or
humans, be sure to have him muzzled for
everyone’s safety.
• If you have a small dog, take him to the clinic
in his carrier. He’ll feel more comfortable
being in his familiar space with his blanket,
toys, etc.
• After the vet visit, take your dog somewhere
fun to play and reward him.
Your veterinarian and clinic staff will also
appreciate you taking the time to make sure your
dog is calm and comfortable during his visit.
BOB WILLIAMS
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Houston Beagle and Hound Rescuewww.houstonbeaglerescue.org
Houston Beagle and Hound Rescue, Inc. (HBHR) is a non-profit 501-(c)-3, all-volunteer organizationdedicated to beagle and hound rescue. We are a small group of volunteers who foster dogs in ourhomes. There is no shelter facility. We provide placement assistance to shelters and individuals whoneed to find homes for hounds which, for various reasons, have become stray or homeless. Most ofour animals come from high-kill animal control facilities where they were scheduled to be euthanized.Our goal is finding homes for the dogs with families who want to continue our mission of giving theneglected dogs a second chance. We want to place the dogs with adopters who come to us becausethey are interested in doing their own part in giving the rescued dogs a better life and a secondchance.
Hank is a 15" Beagle at a stout 40 lbs.Hank's earlier life was one of a "freespirit" - that translates to running looseand being picked up by animal controlone too many times. Somewhere alongthe line, he lost an eye - most likely beinghit by a car. He's only about four yearsold, so has had too many bad things hap-pen to him and is ready for all positivesto come his way. One of those "bad"
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Hank
things is that he's overweight. Hank willnever be petite, but he can stand to losea few pounds. Hank is as easy as theycome. He is sweet, quiet, loving, housetrained, dog door trained and alwayshappy. All that Hank needs is a lovingperson or family to love him, care abouthim and keep him safe. You couldn't askfor a sweeter beagle.
Brodie is a handsome, senior male who is lookingfor a new home. He has chowed down with a lit-tle too much enthusiasm over the past fewmonths, so he is in need of an exercise buddy tohelp him get back in shape. Brodie will be turn-ing 9 this next winter, but you would never knowit. He is 15 inches and now weighs 40 pounds. Heis house broken with excellent house manners.He would never get into anything that didn’tbelong to him except maybe a sandwich too closeto the edge of the counter! Brodie will makesome person a loyal and loving companion.
Peggy Sue is just a winner in every way. She isloving and cuddles with the best of them. Whenyou pet her or rub her ears, she makes the mostadorable snort noises. She gets very excited whenyou come home and comes running to greet you.Peggy Sue is 5 years old about 14 inches andweighs in at 25 pounds. She is potty trained witha dog door. Adorable is the word for Peggy Sueand she will be a great addition to a lucky family.
Brodie
Buck
Buck is a sweet, 5-6 year old male beagle. He isabout 15+" tall and weighs in at about 30 lbs. Hewas given up by his previous family because hehas separation anxiety. Buck needs access to adog door and the backyard when you are awayand all is fine. He is laid back and calm and loveseveryone he meets - everyone except those peskysquirrels! When he looks at you with those doe-like eyes, he will melt your heart. He comes housebroken and knows all the basic commands. Whatmore could you want in a dog?
Peggy Sue
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Veterinarians
Clara Scott, DVMMy Family Vet20120 Kuykendahl RoadSpring, Texas 77379(p): 281.288.0500(w): www.myfamilyvet.com
Sunset Blvd Animal Clinic 2525 Sunset Blvd.Houston, Texas 77005(p): 713.526.5881(w): www.sunsetblvdanimalclinic.com
Four Seasons Veterinary Hospital3730 FM 2920, Suite 110Spring, Texas 77388(p): 281.825.4994(w): www.fourseasonsvet.com
Veterinary Specialists
Laurie Nocake, DVM, DACVIMVERGI8921 Katy FreewayHouston, Texas 77024(p): 713.932.9589(w): www.vergi247.com
Nicholas J. Millichamp, BVetMed, PhD,DVOphthal, DipECVO, MRCVSEye Care for Animals17395 Tomball Parkway #3-HHouston, Texas 77064(p): 281.890.3937(w): www.eyecareforanimals.com
North Houston Vet Specialists 1646 Spring Cypress Road #100Spring, Texas 77388(p): 832.616.5000(w): www.nhvetspecialists.com
If you are interested in having your veterinary practice featured in our Vet Directory,please contact us at 281.384.5431 or [email protected].
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VET DIRECTORY