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Show SOUTHERN UTAH NEWS WEDNESDAY JUNE 4, 2003 Community 6 - On site at the Library - By Patti Tralongo We all know what fabulous starry nights we have in south- ern Utah. Now, thanks to The Star Night Fund, library patrons may check out a telescope to enjoy our summer nights sky from June to September 23 ab- solutely free! The Star Night Fund is a nonprofit organization dedicated to making astronomical activities more affordable for educators and students of the Great Basin area of the United States and its evirons. Kanab City Library became eligible for the loan when the city installed new lights which are carefully designed not destroy the integrity of its night sky (a criteria for the loan). The open frame reflector telescope is eight inches with a Dob- son mount and weighs 14 pounds, making it easily portable. The telescope comes with appropriate star charts and a user manual for beginners Adult library' patrons may check the telescope out on their How Much Are You Paying? Garkane Energy has maintained stable rates over the past few years while customers of many other utilities, including Kanab City Power, have experienced dramatic rate increases. We thought you might like to see a power bill comparison. f Residential Rate Comparison The April 30, 2003 bill of a of Kanab City Power customer showed usage for the month of 1,035 kWh. i Actual Amount Billed by Kanab City Power $128.06 Garkane 's Billfor Same Power Usage $76.45 Commercial Rate Comparison The April 30, 2003 bill of a of Kanab City Power customer showed a demand of 39 kW and usage for the month of 14,720 kWh. Actual Amount Billed by Kanab City Power Same Demand & Usage $1,553.32 $860.53 Garkanes Bill for If this rate disparity concerns you, talk to your elected city officials. If given the opportunity, wed love to provide all of Kanabs residents with the benefits of our cooperative. library cards for a one week pe- riod In addition to their loan program, the Star Night Fund conducts Star Nights. One was held on May 29 near Mt. Carmel Junction at Mile 82. There may be a follow-u- p event on Tuesday, September 23. Seven public astronomy events at highway turnouts, etc., have been accomplished since 1999 all with good results. According to the Foundation, Star Nights are flexible, and repeated where results reward efforts. For more information contact The Star Night Foundation, Steven Overholt, 4134 Quarterhorse Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446. The library wishes to thank the Foundation for choosing Kanab as a site for their loan program and hope the community makes good use of this won- derful opportunity. Good news for aficionados of our popular Southwest Collection. Friends of the Library has recently donated 17 books to the ever expanding collection. Many of these books are rare, signed editions ranging from such topics as exploring the Grand Canyon to books on the geology of the Henry Mountains and of the geology of local national parks to books on local Indian tribes. Here is a list of the these new additions: The Hidden Canyon; First Women Through the Grand Canyon; Steamboat up the Colorado; Geology of Parks, Monuments and Wildlands of Southern Utah; Roping Lions in the Grand Canyon; Doing of the Thing; Geology of the Henry out-of-da- te Mountains...; Through the Grand Canyon From Wyoming To Mexico; Colorado River Controversies; The Kolb Brothers of the Grand Canyon; Butch Cassidy Was Here; Edward Ab- bey, A Life; Little Mormon Cowboy Goes to Tuweap; The Paiute People; Man Who Walked Through Time; Over the Edge; Navaho Trading Days. Finally, a reminder for those eager children who want to par- Keep smiling! By Dr. Virginia Froehlich (especially those that contain Whats that awful smell? Well, enzymes) designed to clean the have you had a good look in your pets mouth lately? The bad breath is certainly unpleasant enough, but tartar buildup on teeth and inflamed gums can actually undermine your pets good health, too. Dental disease is seen more often in pets, even, than it is in humans. Why? Because, obviously, pets cant brush their teeth daily, nor can they floss. So its no surprise that 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent ofcats show signs of dental disease by the age of four. In fact, dental disease is probably one of the most common health problems seen in dogs and cats. The cavity is the most common form of dental disease seen in humans. In dogs and cats, the most common form of dental disease is tartar buildup. Tartar causes irritation of the gums, loosening of the teeth, exposure ofthe tooth roots, infection, tooth abscesses, and, eventually, tooth loss. Untreated infection within the mouth may be picked up by the blood stream and carried to other parts of the body. This can result in more serious health risks such as kidney, liver, and heart disease. Also, sore, painful, and loose teeth can make your pet very uncomfortable and unwilling or unable to eat properly. Most people believe that feeding dry pet food is enough to ward off dental problems. Not so. Diet is probably much less important to prevent tartar buildup than most people think. Dry food is less sticky and does not adhere to the teeth as readily readin this summers ticipate as canned food. But eating dry ing program Library Magic-It- s food does not remove tartar from In The Books. The fun the teeth. Chewing toys or strips reading program begins on Tuesday, June 10, from 10-1- 1 for tots three to five years old, and for children six to nine, the teeth may help tartar buildup somewhat, but only a professional cleaning by your veterinarian can remove tartar once it forms. So if not diet, then what does contribute to dental disease in pets? One of the main factors is your pets individual mouth chemistry. Some pets need cleanings every year; others only once every few years. Also breed plays a role in your pets dental health. Small dogs, especially those with short faces (Pekinese, pug, etc.) are particularly prone to dental problems, as are Persian cats. How can you tell if your pet has, dental disease? Well, the bad breath is one obvious clue. But you may also see yellow-brow- n teeth covered with a barnacle-like hard substance, and red irritated gums that bleed easily. You may even see loose teeth that are very tender to the touch. However, the best way to know js to get a proper dental check-up- . Heres what happens at a cleaning. First, the animal is anesthetized. It is not possible to thoroughly clean the teeth if your pet is awake. The teeth are then cleaned, scaled with an -sonic scaler, and polished. A thorough evaluation determines if any need to be pulled. The entire oral cavity will, be examined to look for abnormalities such as tumors or deep infections ofthe gums or jawbone. Afterward, your pet may need to take oral antibiotics and eat a softer diet for a few days, particularly if there was a lot of infection or if many teeth had to be extracted. When your pet goes home, you will be advised of the commences on Wednesday, July 11 from This years program is full of fun and magic and should please everyone. Party Magic will cap off the program on July 30 for both groups. There is no registration to attend; just show up and have fun! program 10-1- 1. Garkane energy a member-owne- d ultra- proper dental care pro- gram that is right for your pet. S o , schedule regular veterinary dental exto ams keep Fluffy and cooperative Fido smil- - mg Photo of Dr. Virg Froehlich with Chebacca by Jana de Peyer. |
