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Show niMiwMwm.w... J. AC. J r && w ' uui)hc lie's bored keeping your dog fpslet 1 K lv Joyce and Frank IJciiiiii; Knight Newspajicrs Writers KEFLEX L-- 17 Fast FI. 7 lens Thru the lens CDS Meter 1 sec. to 11000 sec. speeds Delayed action timer Interchangeable lenses Reg NOW $269.95 ONLY Park CAMERA SHOP 270 S. Main Free Main Mat! Parking u Your Charge Card 364-700- 9 FOR THOSE interested in a quiet environment a namely the home barking dog can be a frustrating, chronic problem. There are few of us who havent gnashed our teeth and directed terrible thoughts toward either our own dog or one in the neighborhood who seems bent on raising the devil at 3 am. To find out whether dog barking is actually a health problem, two California health officials recently studied barking in pounds, animal clinics and neighborhoods. Their interest was spurred by a rising number of local laws geared to curbing excessive barking, and by the 1970 Eccupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) which sets specific levels (90 decibels) at which prolonged noise is considered a steady noise and is apt to induce fear. The harmful effect of the noise also depends on the background: a dog barking m the middle of a quiet night is more upsetting than barking in a stadium filled with screaming people. Dog owners . . . are facing new responsibilities, Senn and Lewin concluded. They must recognize that dogs produce noise levels well above 100 decibels, which are usually disturbing, irritating and sometimes of a Dog fear-inducin- quality. g ownei. must be willing to do whatever is necessary to control excessive barking of their own dogs." Some dogs are more prone to barking then others terriers are a prime example Hounds. hazard Writing in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Assn., Charles Senn and Jeffry Lewm reported that while dog barking is not a prolonged noise like a jet engine, it can exceed the level. The loudest bark they heard came from a SATISFIED WITH YOUR HEARING? Minor of Norden Laboratories said "barking is your dogs way of gaining attention. He may sound off if you neglect him while you are home. IF YOUR dog is a baiker. you should take the offensive and let it know that youre not going to put up with it As soon as your dog starts to bark for no good reason (and you should be the one to deter-min- e what the good reasons are), immediately approach it with a rolled up newspaper, reprimand it sharply by saying NO!" and slap the dog or your hand with the paper. Repeat this every time the dog barks, and dont relax the enforcement play with But be sure to curb the unnecessary barkthat is the owner's ing responsibility in a society already plagued by too much noise 108 7 mouth open to breathe. Sometimes she stretches her neck back and forth as if she's choking. Are the little holes in her beak closed? A. Sounds like your bird may have a cold, which is usually caused by a draft or cold air. If thats it, keep it in a warm room (75 degrees and up). Feed it only its seed and an occasional piece of bread dipped in warm milk. Dissolve a 50 mg. tablet of aureomy-cih in ounce of water and apply a drop at a time with a dropper by holding the bird on its back in your palm and holding the head firmly between your thumb and index finger. Force the dropper into the birds bill and squeeze a single drop. Keep the bird's head tilted back so it can swallow. If the treatment doesnt work, skip a day and do it again. If theres still no improvement, check with your vetn one-sixt- & m erinarian. Also pay more attention take it for to your dog longer walks, give it toys to decibels. MORE IMPORTANT, they noted that any sudden and sharp noise is more disturbing then a V beagle the other hand, are usually quieter. Confined dogs, such as those that live in apartments, bark more than outdoor dogs because they are generally bored. Dr. Raymond A. on parakeet breathes very noisily and keeps her (J. My Q. Is it proper to bathe my young guinea pig? A. No, guinea pigs dont need bathing if you keep their bedding clean. To remove the stain you mentioned, use a very mild soap and water and rub the stain gently. Be sure to dry your cavy thoroughly. Sum mwsMKK lo Pen. The Sel Lake Tribune. PO Bon 867 Salt Lake City Utah Bind your ear Eeplace yoisr coolant l STRETCHING cooling system service beyond the r interval certainly isnt worth the possible risk of corrosion, overheating and breakdowns. 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