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The Israeli Defense Force (IDF) leaders had a battle plan they could have used to potentially prevent the recent horrific attack made on music festival goers The IDF had received intelligence but essentially ignored it because they felt the attack was “aspirational” and would not happen. I reached 80 years a few days ago and am still lawfully able to raise puppies. Goldie’s Act and the Puppy Protection Act are two recent articles of legislation that are being pushed hard in congress to become law. They would require the USDA to ramp up inspections and require tremendous changes to breeders’ housing space, care of their animals, and feeding regime, among many other vital functions. If they are signed into law, will Goldie’s Law and the Puppy Protection Act affect your ability to raise puppies if you reach 80? Or is it “aspirational’? You have the “intelligence”. Action is needed or the attack may happen. Ann Quinn, MPBA Publicity Director Well, another year is over, and it’s time to get started planning for the 2024 MPBA Educational Conference. It will be held March 8-9, 2024. Again, we will celebrate Missouri Pet Breeders week the second week of March! So make plans to attend the Conference. Watch our website for constant updates on everything that will be happening that weekend! With the new year starting, let’s hope it works out for everyone and sales go back up. We have had down times before, so stay positive and plan for the upswing. See everyone in March! Kevin Beauchamp, MPBA President
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Access to Potable Water for Dogs Water is essential for life. Without it, many essential bodily functions slow down or stop. Some of the first to go are accessory functions like reproduction and lactation. Pregnant or nursing mothers need more water than normal to support the puppies’ growth and development.
What is Potable Water?
DID YOU KNOW? Eating snow or ice lowers the body’s core temperature, requires more energy to melt the frozen water, and may even cause frostbite or other injuries to the teeth, mouth, and face. It is not an effective way to replenish or maintain your dogs’ hydration needs. Prevent freezing to ensure liquid water is always available. Otherwise, check frequently and replace or break up frozen or snowy water bowls during a cold snap.
Potable water is water that is safe to drink. If water appears cloudy, discolored, visibly contaminated, or otherwise unappetizing, it may not be potable and should be replaced with clean water. If the water quality is unknown, such as from a natural spring or pond, consider testing the water to determine its safety. Regularly clean drinking vessels such as bowls, buckets, troughs, or barrels to make sure the water they hold stays clean.
Ways to Ensure Continuous Access to Potable Water
● Prevent spilling by using spill-proof containers, anchoring the container to prevent tipping, or by placing the container into a larger, stable structure such as a large barrel that has a cutout/depression to hold a bowl. ● Use a large volume container, like a trough, to provide plenty of water.
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K9 PARTNERS SUPER-POWERED FORCE MULTIPLIERS By Nancy Zoellner
Sheriff Matt Oller and K9 Andi, Sheriff Jeff Henke and K9 Zloty, Sgt. Derek Chism and K9 Jax, Deputy Caleb Cromer and K9 Odin, Deputy Travis Weaver and K9 Ares, and Sgt. Alan Lebel And K9 Tajfun
Ask any handler. They are often dispatched to the most dangerous calls, they must put in extra time caring for a partner that cannot care for him or herself, and they are required to spend more time in training than the average law enforcement officer. But it’s worth it because they know K9s can make a huge difference in keeping the peace and fighting crime. Five seasoned handlers and one new handler, all from Missouri sheriff’s offices, recently committed to taking on that responsibility. They were the latest class to graduate from the Boone County Sheriff’s Office K9 Training Center. The team members were Deputy Travis Weaver and K9 Ares from Howell County, Deputy Caleb Cromer and K9 Odin from Boone County, Sheriff Matt Oller and K9 Andi with Sgt. Derek Chism and K9 Jax from Audrain County, Sheriff Jeff Henke and K9 Zloty from Linn County, and Sgt Alan LeBel and K9 Tajfun (pronounced typhoon) from Callaway County.
Chris Smith, director of K9 Training and Development, has overseen the academy since its formation in 2015. He is an accredited master trainer with the North American Police Work Dog Association (NAPWDA) and a trainer with the Missouri Police Canine Association (MPCA). He also serves as the NAPWDA Missouri state coordinator and the vice president of MPCA. He has been a K9 handler since 2002 and is currently working his third dog, K9 Ike, a 6-year-old German Shepherd. While Director Smith has years of teaching under his belt, he said it’s only the second time he’s taught a class with six teams and the first time he’s had that many teams from county departments in the same class.
“They all got their dogs through the Canine Replacement Grant offered by the state. The grant paid for the dogs and the training,
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and even transportation and lodging to the kennel to select the dogs. Everyone but the Howell County handler commuted to Boone County every day. He stayed at a hotel here in Columbia, so the grant paid for that too,” Director Smith said. The grant was created to reimburse law enforcement agencies replacing K9s that had been trained to sniff out cannabis. Amendment 3, approved by voters in November 2022, legalized recreational marijuana and allows possession of up to 3 ounces. According to Director Smith, once a dog is trained to detect a scent, it can’t be untrained. Under Article 14 of Missouri’s Constitution, which governs cannabis, “Evidence of marijuana alone, without specific evidence indicating that the marijuana is outside of what is lawful for medical or adult use, cannot be the basis for a search of a patient or non- patient, including their home, vehicle or other property.” Because K9s trained to detect marijuana can’t distinguish between lawful and unlawful amounts, several law enforcement agencies chose to retire their K9s once the law went into effect earlier this year. Joni McCarter, manager of the Department of Public Safety Office of Homeland Security Grants Program, said the one-time grants are funded through State Drug Task Force funds. Agencies weren’t limited on the funds they could request, but the money could only be used to purchase replacement K9s and to cover the cost of training for the dogs and handlers — and agencies had a short time to make those requests. The grant period opened on March 1, 2023, and closed two weeks later on March 14. McCarter said 37 agencies applied; 36 grants were approved. The denied request asked for ineligible items. Anticipating that recreational marijuana would be legal, many K9 training facilities — including Boone County — ended cannabis training around five years ago. “All of these dogs were trained for drug detection — just not cannabis. They were also trained for patrol work — and when we say ‘patrol,’ that means tracking, building searches, and aggression - and they all excelled,” Director Smith said. “They all have their own strengths and weaknesses — one may track a little bit better, and one might detect drugs a little better — but they all are very well-rounded.” He said he anticipates that the change in the law will continue to keep him busy. The next class, which begins in October, also has six teams enrolled; the grant is funding three. Because training doesn’t stop once the teams graduate from the school, the handlers and K9 partners will continue with ongoing maintenance training throughout the whole working life of the dog. “Most of our graduates come back to training between two and four times a month. That means we have class dogs here, and then we have maintenance teams that are always cycling through. It’s kind of like juggling cats sometimes,” Director Smith said with a laugh. “But I love it.”
Chris Smith, Director of K9 Training and Development
More About the Latest K9 Team Grads Audrain County Sheriff Matt Oller said he was the handler for K9 Apollo when they opted to replace their two dogs. Since no one else expressed an interest in handling a law enforcement service dog, he decided to continue. His new partner is Andi, a 1 ½-year-old “wolf’s gray” female German Shepherd from the Czech Republic. She was imported by Shallow Creek Kennels of Sharpsville, Pennsylvania. “When we evaluated dogs, we looked at 16 different dogs, all of which were great performers. I selected Andi based on her drive and energy,” he said. Andi will be one of the very few female dual-purpose police dogs in the area. With the family’s approval, she was named in memory of Audrain County Deputy Sheriff Andy Early, who was critically injured in a duty-related car crash in 1996 and died of his injuries in 2006. Andi will stay by Sheriff Oller’s side, whether he’s working in the office or patrolling. Dwain Shelton at Shelton Seed of rural Centralia and the crew at Graf and Sons in Mexico will donate food for Andi. Derek Chism, a sergeant with the Audrain County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division, said since beginning in law enforcement, his main focus has always been narcotics interdiction. He said he learned early on that a dog trained in narcotics detection could help further his investigations. His partner, Jax, is a 17-month-old male black and tan German Shepherd, also from the Czech Republic. Sgt. Chism said when he saw Jax demo at the kennel, he “liked his work ethic.” Jax Von Graf was named to show appreciation to Marj Graf and the Graf family business, who have been huge
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supporters of the Audrain County K9 Program over the years. Jax is Sgt. Chism’s second K9. Like Sheriff Oller, his former partner, Chal, was retired after the passage of Amendment 3. Dwain Shelton at Shelton Seed and the crew at Graf and Sons will also donate food for Jax. Sgt. Alan LeBel with the Callaway County Sheriff’s Office and his new K9 Tajfun were also part of the Boone County graduation class. Tajfun is a 17-month-old Belgian Malinois born in Poland. He, too, was purchased from Shallow Creek Kennels. This is Sgt. LeBel’s second K9. “I have always wanted to be a K9 handler ever since I got into law enforcement. I have always owned dogs, and I enjoy working with them. In my opinion, there is no better job in law enforcement than being a K9 handler,” Sgt. LeBel said, adding that the sheriff’s office had no additional cost because he is using the same equipment he used for K9 Iro. Diamond Dog Food is donating Tajfun’s food. Deputy Caleb Cromer with the Boone County Sheriff’s Office is a first-time canine handler. He said he got interested in working with K9s early in his career. “I found it fascinating to watch the dogs being utilized for roadside investigations during traffic stops. I enjoy proactive policing, as well as assisting other law enforcement personnel on investigations, so being a K9 handler will allow me more opportunity to participate in that kind of work,” he said. His new partner is a 17-month-old Belgian Malinois named Odin, who was born in Poland. He did not pick his own K9. Instead, his dog was selected by Director Smith, who accompanied the rest of the group to Pennsylvania to help them choose their K9s. Bourn Feed and Supply have provided the Boone County Sheriff’s Office K9 Teams with donated dog food for many years and promised to continue that practice into the future. Linn County Sheriff Jeff Henke said when he ran for sheriff in 2019, he was the K9 handler and sergeant at the Brookfield Police Department. “When I won the election, the City of Brookfield allowed me to take K9 Nitro with me to the sheriff’s office, so I ran K9 Nitro until January of 2023 when Amendment 3 took effect,” he said. Sheriff Henke was on vacation when the others from the class were in Pennsylvania choosing their dogs, so his dog, Zloty, was selected for him. Zloty is an 18-month-old German Shephard from Hungary. Because Sheriff Henke uses the same equipment used with K9 Nitro, very little money was needed to equip his new K9 partner. Ag-Land of Brookfield provides Zloty’s food, and the vet services are being provided at no cost to the county from Montgomery Vet Clinic. “K9 Zloty will go to work with me every day. Being the sheriff, I have a lot of administrative duties, but I still remain active in patrol as well, so Zloty will be used frequently.” Deputy Travis Weaver with the Howell County Sheriff’s Office said since starting in law enforcement, working narcotics had always been his passion. “I felt that having a valuable locater tool like a detection K9 would open so many doors and would be a major asset to the community. Having a K9 Partner also sounded like a lot of fun. I have a soft spot for animals, and working alongside ‘man’s best friend’ was really a dream come true,” he said. While selecting his new partner, Ares, an 18-month-old German Shepard
from the Czech Republic, 16 dogs were demoed. But Ares was the only dog that approached him. “I felt an immediate connection to him. Although I still struggled with the choice of choosing between 16 dogs, I felt that K9 had somewhat chosen me.” Although most equipment had already been obtained, he hopes to get funds to build a fence to improve both K9s’ quality of life. Hirsch Feed and Farm Supply in West Plains supplies food for Ares and other Howell County K9 Units.
Reprinted with permission from The Missouri Sheriff magazine.
K9s Bring Loyalty and a Super Power to the Job
The phrase “a dog is a man’s best friend” is believed to have been coined in 1789 by King Frederick of Prussia. Legend has it that the king said, “The only, absolute and best friend that a man has, in this selfish world, the only one that will not betray or deny him, is his Dog.” Nowhere is that loyalty and love more apparent than between a law enforcement officer and his or her K9 partner. The time and effort devoted to training together creates a bond like no other. Officers rely heavily on their K9 partners to be there when they’re needed. Also invaluable is the trained K9’s ability to sniff out drugs, bombs, weapons, evidence, and people. A dog’s sense of smell is 10,000 to 100,000 times more acute than a human’s. Googling “dog’s sense of smell” produced more than 14 million results from experts — veterinarians, the American Kennel Club, the National Institutes of Health, Purina, NOVA, animal research organizations, universities, and more — explaining that dogs possess up to 300 million olfactory receptors in their noses. In contrast, human noses have five to six million. That’s not their only smelling advantage. The part of a dog’s brain devoted to analyzing smells is about 40 times greater than a human’s. A dog’s snout is even structured in such a way that, while sniffing for odors, the spent air exits through the slits in the sides of their noses so that even the faintest of scents is not disturbed. All those factors combined mean a dog’s sense of smell is powerful enough to detect substances at concentrations of one part per trillion, comparable to a single drop of food coloring in 18 million gallons of water.
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RECOGNIZING THE SIGNS OF A HEAT CYCLE & WHeN TO BReeD A BROOD BITCH
Whether you’ve been a dog breeder for a couple of years or for 10 years, you know that you can only breed a bitch when she is in season, or during her heat cycle. However, not all breeders realize that individual vari- ations in the timing of a bitch’s reproductive cycle could throw off the breeding schedule and cause failure to conceive. In general, females have two heat cycles a year that are about six to seven months apart and that last about two to three weeks. The estrous cycle consists of four phases: proestrus, estrus, diestrus and anestrus. Proestrus and estrus are the phases most familiar to breeders because this is when a
bitch is swollen, bleeding and other dogs are inter- ested in her. “Not all bitches have a regular cycle,” explains Cheryl Lopate, MS, DVM, DACT, a board-certified small-animal reproduction specialist at Reproductive Revolutions in Wilsonville, Oregon. “Sometimes there is little bleeding or swelling in the first days of proestrus, making it easy for a breeder to miss the signs, or sometimes a bitch’s proestrus is shorter than normal. Both could affect the ability to deter- mine the beginning of the fertile period. “On the other hand, some bitches may have a prolonged proestrus or prolonged estrus that lasts up to three to four weeks. Breeding these bitches too early will result in failure to conceive.” In contrast, “some bitches have a prolonged anestrus, in which they fail to enter estrus at all,” she says. “This can be caused by many things, includ- ing prior spay, delayed puberty, parasites, nutrition, ovarian hypoplasia, immune-mediated ovarian inflam- mation and progesterone-secreting cysts. It also may be caused by silent heat or failure of a novice breeder to notice a heat cycle because the bitch is fastidiously clean or not bleeding much.” The hormonal changes that occur in females during their reproductive stages relate to their ability to get pregnant. In the bitch, progesterone is a reproductive hormone that increases in the bloodstream just before ovulation. Progesterone rises due to lutenizing hormone being released from the pituitary gland, first in lower amounts and finally in a big surge that induces ovulation. Thus, progesterone testing is key to knowing the appropriate time to breed. If you know when the bitch is ovulating, or when the eggs are released from the follicles, this tells you the fertile window to optimize the chance of pregnancy and having a full-size litter. It also allows for the calculation of an accurate due date.
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THE ROLE OF NUTRITION IN BREEDING The relationship between nutrition management and reproductive efficiency is key in dog breeding. experts advise breeders to practice proper nutrition management for reproducing bitches before mating, as a bitch should be in her best physical condition to help ensure a success- ful pregnancy and ease whelping her litter. Inadequate nutrition management, either deficiencies or excesses, may have a detrimental effect in pregnancy. They also have been shown to have negative effects on fertilization rate and number of fetuses. “It is important to feed reproducing bitches a highly digestible food that has at least 24 to 26 percent protein
Ideal nutrition for reproducing bitches is provided through a complete and balanced all life stages or puppy food, such as Purina Pro Plan SPORT Perform- ance 30/20 Formula, Purina Pro Plan Active 27/17 Formula or Purina Pro Plan Puppy food.
and at least 16 percent fat,” says Arleigh Reynolds, DVM, PhD, DACVN, Purina Senior Research Nutri- tionist, a board-certified veterinary nutritionist. “A complete and balanced food that is approved for all life stages or a puppy food that has nutrients to support females through growth and development will provide the nutrition needed during pregnancy and whelping. “If you switch from a lower protein and fat maintenance diet prior to breeding, there is a lag time of two to three months to get the full benefit of the diet. Besides the nutritional benefits of feeding a higher protein and fat food year-round, you can adjust the amount of food fed based on a dog’s body condition and metabolic energy needs.”
The fertile period occurs during estrus. Before estrus is proestrus, on average a nine-day signal of the start of the heat cycle. During proestrus, the bitch has a blood-tinged vaginal discharge, and the vulva is enlarged and swollen. As estrus begins, the bloody discharge diminishes, changing to pink or straw-colored and eventually becoming watery, though the vulva remains swollen. “The luetenizing hormone surge happens at the end of proestrus, and then estrus occurs for seven to nine days,” Dr. Lopate says. “The fertile period is the last four to five days of estrus.” Although a bitch is not typically receptive to breed- ing during proestrus, this changes during estrus. Her receptive, passive behavior during estrus encourages males to mate. Receptive behavior, however, is not a rule of thumb on when to breed all bitches. “Breeding based on receptive behavior or a set day of the cycle may result in breeding outside the bitch’s fertile period,” Dr. Lopate says. “It also may result in decreased litter size or failure to conceive. Receptive behavior is a result of the change in the estrogen to progesterone ratio and doesn’t always correlate with ovulation. “At the very end of estrus, or day one of diestrus, the cervix will close to sperm, so natural breeding or vaginal artificial insemination will not result in pregnancy,” Dr. Lopate says. “However, surgical arti- ficial insemination or transcervical insemination in which the sperm goes directly into the uterus by- passing the cervix will allow eggs to be fertilized for another two to three days.”
If a bitch is successfully bred, pregnancy occurs during the two-month diestrus stage. Whelping occurs around 64 to 66 days after the lutenizing hormone surge. The anestrus stage of reproduction, with no significant hormonal activity, follows diestrus. “The period of anestrus is important for the uterine epithelium to recover from the prolonged hormone exposure that occurs during estrus and diestrus,” Dr. Lopate says. “If this period is too short, the endo- metrium, or lining of the uterus, may not be compatible with embryo survival.” Some dogs have shorter interestrous intervals, the period from ovulation to ovulation, than is considered normal, though it does not hinder their reproduc- tive ability. “A few breeds, such as Akitas, Basset Hounds, Cocker Spaniels, Labrador Retrievers and Rottweilers, tend to have shorter interestrous intervals with normal fertility,” Dr. Lopate says. “Some breeds, such as Basenjis and Tibetan Mastiffs, cycle only one time a year. “We know that some bitches can conceive with a short interestrous interval, but others cannot. If the interestrous interval is under four months, less than 30 percent of bitches will conceive, yet if the inter- val is over five months, over 70 percent will conceive. In some cases, a short interestrous interval can be treated by medications to suppress estrus and pro- vide a normal interval.” Recognizing the signs of a heat cycle and under- standing the stages of the female reproductive cycle can help improve breeding management. Importantly, it can help you achieve successful conception and produce healthy litters of puppies.
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During the holidays, everyone enjoys indulging in the special treats that come with this time of year. The smell of holiday treats or the holiday dinner baking makes everyone excited, especially our four-legged friends! Below we’ve gathered a few recipes that you can easily make so that your pet can safely indulge in some holiday treats along with you. Holiday Dog Treats Ingredients 2 cups fresh sweet potato puree 1 eggs 1/2 cup oats 3 cups whole wheat flour 3 Tbsp of all natural peanut butter 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 350°F. Peel and cube two medium sweet potatoes and bring to a boil in pot of water. Reduce to low and simmer approximately 15-20 minutes or until soft. Drain cooked potatoes and puree using blender or food processor. In small bowl, stir together the flour, oats, and cinnamon. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the egg, sweet potato and peanut butter until combined. Stir wet ingredients into dry. Pour onto a floured surface and roll dough out to 1/4 - 3/8 inch thick. Cut out with your favorite cookie cutter. The dough will be a little sticky, dust your hands and the rolling pin with a little flour to help! Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until golden brown. Place on cooling racks and let cool thoroughly. They will harden as they cool. Notes: The salt can be added to help extend the shelf life of these treats but is not necessary. Do not use a pumpkin spice blend or anything that may contain nutmeg as it is toxic to dogs, even small amounts. Recipe gathered from: https://lemonsandbasil.com/ homemade-holiday-dog-treats/#recipe
Peppermint Pinwheel Dog Treat Recipe Ingredients 1 medium, overripe banana
2 large eggs 3 tbsp. honey 3 tbsp. liquid coconut oil 1/2 tsp peppermint flavoring
1/2 tsp. baking powder 1 1 /2 + 1/4 c. oat flour 1/4 c. roast carob powder Optional: Natural red food coloring Instructions
In a medium bowl, mash the banana. Beat together with eggs, coconut oil, honey, cinnamon & baking powder. Stir in 1 1/2 c. oat flour. Divide dough into 2 portions, approx. 1 cup each. Add 1/4 carob powder to one portion and 1/4 c. oat flour to the other. Both should form a stiff, non-sticky dough. If desired, color the plain dough with red coloring. Between two layers of plastic wrap, roll out each dough separately to approx 3/8” thick, taking care to roll it as rectangular as possible. Stack dough layers on top of one another. Roll up tightly jelly-roll style, starting with a long side. Wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight or until firm. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Unwrap dough and slice into 1/4” slices. Place on cookie sheet. These will not spread much, so they can be placed fairly close together. Bake for 13 - 17 minutes. For a crunchier cookie, make your slices 3/8” thick. Bake for 13 - 17 minutes, then reduce heat to 150°F and bake for 3-4 hours until crisp all the way through. Recipe gathered from: https://kolchakpuggle. com/2017/12/peppermint-pinwheel-dog-treat-recipe. html
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Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex Respiratory Illness in Dogs By Marty Greer, DVM | December 4, 2023
What new respiratory illness I am hearing about on the news? We are aware of a recent increased number of is this canine respiratory cases that are not responding to antibiotic treatment. At this time, we suspect Canine Influenza Virus (CIV) is the underlying cause. At our practices in Wisconsin, we have confirmed CIV as the cause in multiple dogs. In recent months, large groups of dogs have become affected with coughing, fever, pneumonia, and in rare cases, death from respiratory failure. These
home is one option. But as we discovered during COVID, this is not a perfect solution. We can vaccinate for Bordetella, parainfluenza, adenovirus, and canine influenza. The intranasal Bordetella, parainfluenza and adenovirus product creates local immunity – meaning that the virus and bacteria are blocked at the entry into the nasal and oral cavities. The oral vaccine may not provide parainfluenza protection as well as the intranasal. If your dog’s lifestyle has any risk of exposure, we recommend getting them vaccinated against CIV which involves a vaccination with a booster vaccination 3 weeks later. Annual boosters are then recommended. This is also a good opportunity to get the Bordetella 3 way vaccine for added protection if they are overdue. If the vaccine is not an option for you, we recommend you avoid activities that will lead to exposure and practice social distancing. This may require that you avoid people visiting your home and kennel. What are the causes of respiratory disease in dogs? There are several causes of Canine infectious respiratory disease complex (CIRD) also frequently referred to as “kennel cough”. Kennel cough is a collection of disorders, not a diagnosis. Viral agents include: adenovirus, parainfluenza, coronavirus, canine distemper, canine herpes virus, and canine
viruses and bacteria spread easily dog to dog in confined areas such as grooming parlors, doggie daycares, and dog events. This spreads through coughing, sneezing, barking, shared water and food dishes, and likely on humans clothing, hands, and shoes. Should I be worried about Canine CIV? Yes, this is a concern because there is no effective specific treatment against canine CIV and it can result in severe pneumonia or even death. It is highly contagious and most of the canine population is not vaccinated against CIV. The only treatment we have is supportive care – antibiotics for secondary infection, fluids for support and to reduce respiratory congestion, and cough suppressants such as Cough Tabs. We do not have anti-viral treatments for dogs. Are my dogs at risk for Canine Influenza Virus? The level of risk depends on your dog’s lifestyle. Dogs at greatest risk include those who go to boarding kennels, doggie daycares, groomers, dog parks, and those who participate in dog shows or other canine sporting events. People may be able to bring the virus in on their clothing, shoes and hands. What do you recommend? Prevention is the best approach. Of course, staying
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influenza. The second variety is suspected to have been brought to the US in dogs from Asia. Because this is a relatively new virus, most of our dogs in the early years had no natural immunity from prior exposure. Based on the recent outbreak, it appears many of our dogs are still naïve and unprotected, making vaccination essential. Are vaccines safe for my dog? Looking at all the medical breakthroughs, including antibiotics, anesthetic agents, imaging, advanced surgery, and cancer treatments, vaccines have likely saved more human and animal lives than any other advance. In our practice, we have not seen any adverse events associated with the canine influenza vaccines. Vaccine injury can occur but is rare.
influenza A (H3N2 and H3N8). Bacterial agents include Bordetella and mycoplasma. It is likely there are other causes that have not yet been identified. The only way to know for certain the cause of the infection is to send throat swabs to a diagnostic lab for PCR testing. Results can take up to 1 week. How do we know this outbreak is caused by Canine Influenza? In our practices in Wisconsin, we have seen multiple dogs who have had confirmed canine influenza infection (H3N2) based on PCR testing. We are recommending any dog in high-exposure risk situations be vaccinated for canine influenza using the bivalent vaccine. This vaccine protects against both H3N2 and H3N8. In other words, if your dog(s) have a lifestyle where you veterinary professionals have recommended Bordetella vaccines, your dog(s) should also be protected against canine influenza with vaccines. Where did Canine Influenza come from? Prior to 2004, there had not been reports of dogs contracting canine influenza. It is thought that this new canine virus was the result of a mutation from equine
Should I vaccinate my dogs? Vaccinating your dogs for the 3 way Bordetella and 2 way Canine Influenza infections can protect your dogs, save you the costs of treatment, and may save their lives. Vaccine supplies are limited so speak to your veterinary professionals to arrange for protection today! 16
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Former MPBA Scholarship Winner to Become Local Veterinarian
Ben Greer - 2022 MPBA Scholarship Winner Sponsored by: Avenue Veterinary Clinic
I am Ben Greer. I grew up on a farm in Marshfield, Missouri where my Dad is a local Veterinarian. I went with him on many calls and my first job was working at the Animal Medical Center in Marshfield. My favorite subject at Marshfield High School was FFA and my SAE projects always centered around animals. Growing up we had a variety of animals including corgis and a variety of pets. I am currently finishing up my last year at the University of Missouri's College of Veterinary Medicine and have accepted a position at the Animal Medical Center in Marshfield where I will start working next summer after my graduation. The Missouri Pet Breeders Association has awarded me three Scholarships during my time as a Vet Student and I personally want to thank them again for the support those scholarships awarded me. Not only were the scholarships helpful monetarily but the encouragement to keep on going was invaluable. Vet school is hard and eight years of college is a lot. I am ready to get out there and start working to help the community that has helped me. The Animal Medical Center specializes in large and small animals and I am excited and ready to experience the whole realm. I have worked hard to learn in school but I know the real life experiences will be my biggest teacher. I am humbled by the support you have given me and look forward to meeting many of you and helping you in return.
Sincerely,
Ben Greer
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Meet the breeds! This section dedicated to those animals we love! Look for different breeds in each magazine! Information taken from www.akc.org. For more information, visit https:// www.akc.org/dog-breeds
Australian Shepherd Australian Shepherd, a lean, tough ranch dog, is one of those ‘only in America’ stories: a European breed perfected in California by way of Australia. Fixtures on the rodeo circuit, they are closely associated with the cowboy life. The Australian Shepherd, the cowboy’s herding dog of choice, is a medium-sized worker with a keen, penetrating gaze in the eye. Aussie coats offer different looks, including merle (a mottled pattern with contrasting shades of blue or red). In all ways, they’re the picture of rugged and agile movers of stock. Aussies exhibit an irresistible impulse to herd, anything: birds, dogs, kids. This strong work drive can make Aussies too much dog for a sedentary pet owner. Aussies are remarkably intelligent, quite capable of hoodwinking an unsuspecting novice owner. In short, this isn’t the pet for everyone. But if you’re looking for a brainy, tireless, and trainable partner for work or sport, your search might end here.
Did you know? During the silent movie era, before Rin Tin Tin, and Lassie, a canine star was born. Bunk, an Australian Shepherd, was the sidekick along with Scout the Appaloosa horse, of cowboy star Jack Hoxie. His mother was imported from Australia, and whelped a litter on the voyage. He was the only pup in the litter to survive the long voyage. The sailors took care of him and gave him the name Bunk.
Scottish Terrier A solidly compact dog of vivid personality, the Scottish Terrier is an independent, confident companion of high spirits. Scotties have a dignified, almost-human character. Their terrier persistence has earned the breed the nickname ‘the Diehard.’ The well-known Scottie silhouette is that of a short-legged but substantial terrier with distinctive furnishings at the beard, legs, and lower body. The wiry topcoat and soft, dense undercoat coat can be black, wheaten yellow, or a brindle-stripe pattern. Bright, piercing eyes, and erect ears and tail, convey keen alertness, a hallmark of Britain’s terrier breeds. The Scottie working style has been described as efficient and businesslike, and their aloofness toward strangers makes them excellent watchdogs. Their hunting instinct remains strong, which can complicate life for the neighbor’s cat, and Scotties are known to be cantankerous around other dogs. This bold and clever Scotsman enjoys brisk walks and upbeat play. Did you know? The Scottish Terrier is America’s Christmas Dog. The breed is found on clothing, cards, wrapping paper, and other items. One
of the most famous Scottish Terriers is Fala. Fala was owned by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, and was a national icon. During the Battle of the Bulge, American soldiers asked one another the name of the President’s dog, expecting the answer “Fala,” as a supplementary safeguard against German soldiers attempting to infiltrate American ranks.
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2024 Annual Educational Conference Speakers
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Stacey Mason
American Kennel Club
Robert Vestra
Paw Print
Dr. Knappenberger
Merck
Bobby Yarnell
American Canine Association
Chris Mallen
A to Z Vet Supply
Mindy Patterson
Calvary Group
Betty Doke
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Matt Rold
Missouri Dept. of Agriculture
Michael Glass
America’s Pet Registry, Inc.
Tony Dugger/J.P. Dunn
MPBA Lobbyist / Executive Director
TBA
USDA
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Placing Puppies in Pet Homes By Purina Pro Plan Updated: Aug 11, 2023 | 3 Minutes
One look was all it took for Tracey Johnson and her family to fall for a handsome, sweet Beagle puppy. Ironwood Beagle breeder Edy Ballard of Morristown, Indiana, is credited for bringing together “Jasper” and the Johnsons of St. Louis. Tracey and her husband, Jack, were seeking a pet for their 11-year-old daughter, Taylor, and 9-year-old son, Aiden. When Tracey, a Purina employee, met “Uno,” the 2008 Westminster Best in Show winner, she was smitten with the dog’s merry disposition. Years later, when the family decided they were ready for the responsibility of owning a dog and that they wanted a Beagle, a breeder referral led them to Edy. An AKC Breeder of Merit, Edy takes seriously matching the right puppy with potential owners. She breeds one or two litters a year, though not every year. Referrals have resulted in a waiting list for an Ironwood puppy. “I’m meticulous about determining the best dog for a family,” Edy says. “I spend a lot of time exchanging emails with puppy buyers to learn about their life style, where they live, whether they have other pets,
and what they are seeking in a dog. The more I know about a family, the better job I will do in placing a puppy.” Originally, the Johnsons wanted a tricolored male with a loving temperament that could easily adapt to their active lifestyle. Edy thought the docile nature of a male called “Donnie” would be a suitable match, and the Johnsons agreed. “Not long after we decided on Donnie, Edy was concerned that as he developed, his personality wasn’t as good a fit for our family as she initially thought,” Tracey recalls. Beagle Ardenvis/Getty Images Plus via Getty Images Although Edy tries to match a puppy’s coat color and sex with what her clients want, temperament often is a better guide. Reevaluating the litter, Edy sent Tracey a couple of photos of puppies she thought would be more appropriate for them.
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Tips for Successful Puppy Placements Take It Slow: Don’t rush into placing a puppy in a home if you’re not 100 percent sure it is a suitable fit. When you take the time to actively listen to what people want in a dog, you’re more likely to make a compatible match. Trust Your Gut: If you notice red flags indicating a potential buyer and puppy aren’t the best match, trust your instinct. Your sales agreements, contracts, and guarantees are only as good as the people signing them. Customization Is Key: Matching puppies with buyers isn’t an exact science. Ask potential clients questions about their lifestyle and help them to understand temperament is often a better match than color or sex. There Are No Bad Questions: Although questions from new owners may seem basic, remember that you were once a novice, too. Take time to educate clients throughout the buying process and continue to support them after the sale as the puppy transitions to his or her new life. About Purina Pro Plan Purina Pro Plan is a leader in the advanced nutrition category, with more than 140 targeted formulas to help your pet thrive throughout every stage of life. For more information, visit www.proplan.com or follow @ProPlan on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.
warm personality radiating through the computer screen. Upon first glance, daughter Taylor burst into tears, exclaiming, “That’s our dog!” To help prepare puppies for their new homes, socialization begins early for Ironwood Beagles. Edy takes young puppies on car rides and familiarizes them with walking on surfaces such as wood, carpeting, concrete, and tile. They are introduced to household sounds such as crinkling plastic grocery bags and a running vacuum cleaner. “Puppies also need to have boundaries,” she explains. “I encourage owners to use a crate for housetraining and to enroll in puppy classes and obedience training.” This past July, the Johnsons drove to Edy’s house to pick up 8-week-old Jasper. Like other new owners, they were given a packet that included Edy’s articles about puppy care, information about Beagles, medical records, feeding instructions, a copy of “Puppies for Dummies,” and a Purina Puppy Starter Kit with a sample of Purina Pro Plan FOCUS Puppy Formula. A soft, fleece blanket with the dam’s scent and favorite toy with the littermates’ scents also helped to ease Jasper’s transition to his new home. Now 6 months old, Jasper has blended seamlessly into his new life. Daily rituals include a belly rub from
Tracey before his morning walk and hugs from Taylor and Aiden followed by a brief play session before school. The family continues to turn to Edy with questions or concerns about Jasper to ensure they make careful, responsible decisions. “Buying an Ironwood Beagle was the start of a new relationship,” Tracey says. “Edy is an extension of our family, too.” “Success is placing a puppy in a permanent home with a happy, loving family,” Edy says.
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MPBA Educational Conference & Tradeshow March 8 th & 9 th , 2024 MPBA would like to invite you to be an exhibitor at our 2024 Spring Educational Conference. It will be held at the Cowan Civic Center, 500 E. Elm Street, Lebanon, MO.
The price for a booth space (10x10) is $350, or you may wish to purchase a double space for $600. Included in each booth will be one 8’ table and 2 chairs. Electricity and wi-fi will be provided at no extra charge.
Deadline for booth space reservations and payment is Mar. 3, 2024. Space availability is on a first come, first serve basis, so reserve your booth early! Booth space available for State Associations at no charge.
We ask that each participating vendor donate an item for our auction.
q $350 (1 booth space, (1) 8’ table and 2 chairs) q $600 (2 booth spaces, (2) 8’ tables and 4 chairs) $___________________ Total Due
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We sincerely hope you will attend! Kevin Beauchamp; 417-718-4182 or 4agfriends@gmail.com 27
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Fondly Remembers
It is with a heavy heart that we share the loss of a Great Man. “My dad, Garry Garner founder of America’s Pet Registry, Inc passed away Saturday at noon. Our family is holding up well. Dad lived a full life. I know that he was ready to go and is happy to see his family & Jesus in Heaven” Susan Richmond Prior to services, a lunch was offered for family and friends at the William J Parks Lodge, Gravelly AR, at 12:00 on Tuesday, December 5th, 2023.
Services followed at 2:00 pm at the Mulberry
Freewill Baptist Church, Gravelly, AR.
Please keep Sheila, Susan & Marcus and Family in your prayers.
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