Activities of the Best Friends Dog Club of Sun City

Winter Dog Club Meetings will be held in our permanent home in the Fairway Arizona Rooms # 1 & 2 beginning with the January 19th meeting.

Help SC Fire Department help SC Pet Owners

We are in need of volunteers to help the Sun City Firefighters and Paramedics place frightened pets in a safe home while their Sun City owners are in the hospital.  Please help our neighbors without families nearby.

"Isn't it wonderful how dogs can win friends and
    influence people without ever reading a book"
                           -- E. C. McKenzie

3 Dog Friendly Areas Open in Peoria

Alta Vista and Parkridge in Northern Peoria, and Sunnyslope in Southeastern Peoria. Each dog friendly area will have 2 play sections: one for small dogs, 25 pounds or less; one for large dogs. Rules: dogs must be leashed prior to entering and upon leaving the fenced area. Gates must be closed at all other times. Dogs must be licensed, vaccinated and wearing a visible tag. Dogs behaving aggressively toward people or other dogs must be removed immediately, and females in heat will be prohibited. Puppies must be older than 4 months. Owners must clean up after their dogs, using the bags and trash containers provided. Smoking and eating are prohibited; no alcoholic beverages are allowed.

Reminder from BFDC about helping abused and neglected animals...

Hi, all you animal lovers. This is pretty simple. Please tell ten friends to tell ten today. The Animal Rescue Site is having trouble getting enough people to click on it daily to meet their quota of getting free food donated every day to abused and neglected animals.

It takes less than a minute to go to their site and click on "feed an animal in need" for free. This doesn't cost you a thing. Their corporate sponsors/advertisers use the number of daily visits to donate food to abandoned/neglected animals in exchange for advertising.

Here's the web site. Pass it along to people you know. Thanks. http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/

The 50^th Anniversary gets under way in December and we are planning to be in the parade on March 13^th with a float and drill team performance. Please volunteer to help wherever you can for this terrific year long celebration! For a list of volunteer opportunities available, click here.

"T'is better to have barked at
nothing, than never to have
barked at all!"
"To raise a dog to be his best,
spend twice as much time
with him."

Earth Day Tips

Buy a natural pet food made from pure protein sources raised without growth hormones or antibiotics, and that doesn't contain any animal by products, rendered meat or chicken meals.

Use all natural cleaning products free of toxic chemicals.

Choose eco-friendly pet grooming products made without phosphates, sulfates and other harmful chemicals.

Pick eco-friendly pet toys made from organic or recycled materials.

Purchase/use biodegradable poop bags for your daily walks.

Scamper Ramp
Keeps dog safe from pool drowning this year. Accidental drownings account for the largest number of preventable deaths of family dogs. @$65

Available Here

A Dog's Purpose (from a 6-year-old)

Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife, Lisa, and their little boy, Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle. I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.

As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience.

The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away. The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion.

We sat together for a while after Belker's death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, "I know why." Startled, we all turned to him.

What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation.

He said, "People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?" The six-year-old continued, "Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long."

Live simply.

Love generously.

Care deeply.

Speak kindly.

Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:

When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Be loyal.
Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by
and nuzzle them gently.

             ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!

Pet Vial of Life

Make sure your own pet will be secure should you have a fire or emergency. Fill out a form for each pet and put the form inside a prescription bottle, inside your fridge butter dish area with updated information about each of your pets. Click here to print out a form for each pet. Carry one in
your car as well! Always have an emergency plan for your pets should you become incapacitated or
need to be hospitalized. The club cannot handle emergency fostering at this time; a list of pet sitters who will take in your pets for a fee is provided. Click here for that list.

Pet Health & Welfare
Poison Plants, Pet Poop, Valley Fever ...

Easy Tick Removal
Thanks to Marion von Hanstein for this great tip on how to easily remove ticks.

"If you can't take your pets,
it just isn't worth going!"

Down-to-Earth Advice

Click here for down to earth advice for flying with pets.

Click here for health and welfare tips (raisins, grapes, onions, chocolate dangers) and a link to Valley Fever info.

Click here for Xylitol Danger to Dogs!
Click here for article on this subject.

"I love to rescue animals.... The pounds were so crowded they were putting animals down almost immediately. Seven thousand dogs were put to sleep."

--Laura Dern, on the impact the 1994 Northridge earthquake in LA had on dogs, and how she saved one of them.

	Winter Dog Club Meetings will be held in our permanent home in the Fairway Arizona Rooms # 1 & 2 beginning with the January 19th meeting. Help SC Fire Department help SC Pet Owners We are in need of volunteers to help the Sun City Firefighters and Paramedics place frightened pets in a safe home while their Sun City owners are in the hospital. Please help our neighbors without families nearby. "Isn't it wonderful how dogs can win friends and influence people without ever reading a book" -- E. C. McKenzie 3 Dog Friendly Areas Open in Peoria Alta Vista and Parkridge in Northern Peoria, and Sunnyslope in Southeastern Peoria. Each dog friendly area will have 2 play sections: one for small dogs, 25 pounds or less; one for large dogs. Rules: dogs must be leashed prior to entering and upon leaving the fenced area. Gates must be closed at all other times. Dogs must be licensed, vaccinated and wearing a visible tag. Dogs behaving aggressively toward people or other dogs must be removed immediately, and females in heat will be prohibited. Puppies must be older than 4 months. Owners must clean up after their dogs, using the bags and trash containers provided. Smoking and eating are prohibited; no alcoholic beverages are allowed.		Reminder from BFDC about helping abused and neglected animals... Hi, all you animal lovers. This is pretty simple. Please tell ten friends to tell ten today. The Animal Rescue Site is having trouble getting enough people to click on it daily to meet their quota of getting free food donated every day to abused and neglected animals. It takes less than a minute to go to their site and click on "feed an animal in need" for free. This doesn't cost you a thing. Their corporate sponsors/advertisers use the number of daily visits to donate food to abandoned/neglected animals in exchange for advertising. Here's the web site. Pass it along to people you know. Thanks. http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/ The 50^th Anniversary gets under way in December and we are planning to be in the parade on March 13^th with a float and drill team performance. Please volunteer to help wherever you can for this terrific year long celebration! For a list of volunteer opportunities available, click here. "T'is better to have barked at nothing, than never to have barked at all!" "To raise a dog to be his best, spend twice as much time with him."
	Earth Day Tips Buy a natural pet food made from pure protein sources raised without growth hormones or antibiotics, and that doesn't contain any animal by products, rendered meat or chicken meals. Use all natural cleaning products free of toxic chemicals. Choose eco-friendly pet grooming products made without phosphates, sulfates and other harmful chemicals. Pick eco-friendly pet toys made from organic or recycled materials. Purchase/use biodegradable poop bags for your daily walks.		Scamper Ramp Keeps dog safe from pool drowning this year. Accidental drownings account for the largest number of preventable deaths of family dogs. @$65 Available Here
	A Dog's Purpose (from a 6-year-old) Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife, Lisa, and their little boy, Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle. I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home. As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience. The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away. The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, "I know why." Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation. He said, "People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?" The six-year-old continued, "Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long." Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like: When loved ones come home, always run to greet them. Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride. Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy. Take naps. Stretch before rising. Run, romp, and play daily. Thrive on attention and let people touch you. Avoid biting when a simple growl will do. On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass. On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree. When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body. Delight in the simple joy of a long walk. Be loyal. Never pretend to be something you're not. If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it. When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently. ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!		Pet Vial of Life Make sure your own pet will be secure should you have a fire or emergency. Fill out a form for each pet and put the form inside a prescription bottle, inside your fridge butter dish area with updated information about each of your pets. Click here to print out a form for each pet. Carry one in your car as well! Always have an emergency plan for your pets should you become incapacitated or need to be hospitalized. The club cannot handle emergency fostering at this time; a list of pet sitters who will take in your pets for a fee is provided. Click here for that list. Pet Health & Welfare Poison Plants, Pet Poop, Valley Fever ... Easy Tick Removal Thanks to Marion von Hanstein for this great tip on how to easily remove ticks. "If you can't take your pets, it just isn't worth going!" Down-to-Earth Advice Click here for down to earth advice for flying with pets. Click here for health and welfare tips (raisins, grapes, onions, chocolate dangers) and a link to Valley Fever info. Click here for Xylitol Danger to Dogs! Click here for article on this subject.
	"I love to rescue animals.... The pounds were so crowded they were putting animals down almost immediately. Seven thousand dogs were put to sleep." --Laura Dern, on the impact the 1994 Northridge earthquake in LA had on dogs, and how she saved one of them.

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