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Show THE Page 16 OGDEN VALLEY NEWS Volume 11, Issue XIV 15 July 2000 Finding the Right Pet Sitter Important Julie Welch of Huntsville owns a care service. Because of her leash and collar are important for exercise and should be comfortable, well has become a popular pet sitter in the Valley. Julie has good advice about preparing your pet for a positive pet sitting experience. Pets can respond strongly to their owners being away for extended periods of time. Some pets Julie has sat for have needed to be hand fed while depressed. She has also cared for par- responsible and reliable attitude, she A good pet sitter will love animals, be knowledgeable of the basic skills in handling each type of animal, from dogs to horses, have the ability to read and understand the unique needs of every animal they are dealing with, be able to cater to the animal’s needs, and handle the animal with respect according to the owner’s requests. A pet owner should always meet the pet sitter in a pre-service visit. A good time for the visit is when animals are being routinely fed. This is especially helpful with horses. The owner needs to go over the entire routine and cover any special directions at this time. Writing down directions helps when there is more than one animal or the animal’s needs are extensive. Always leave a phone number and the name and number of the veterinarian you regularly use. [f the animal is being cared for at the pet sitter’s home, bring the pet along for the initial visit. The pet sitter can get to know the animal in advance, and your pet can become familiar with the pet sitter’s home before being left there. The pre-visit also lets the owner see where the pet will be staying. A good pet sitter understands the individual needs of different dogs and will spend the time and effort to bond with your pet. Be sure to bring the personal items that will make your pet more comfortable and secure while you are away. A special bed, blanket, and/or toy brings your smell and a sense of home along with the pet. The animal’s own food and dish is familiar and can prevent digestive upsets. The pets fitting and familiar to the pet. alyzed dogs, given catered to the medications, special needs and of old dogs. Depressed dogs will require more time spent with them to allow the dog to bond with the pet sitter. Dogs and cats should be played with according to the owner’s directions. A good pet sitter should provide a pet vacation environment that makes the pet excited to come back, secure in all future visits. Julie’s rules for pet sitting: The dog must be housebroken. It must not be aggressive in a harmful way. You must bring your own dog food, leashes, and On those beautiful sunny days here in Ogden Valley, you should keep in home alone without leaving a wave of destruction and chaos in your home. A dog with an anxiety disorder may usu- ally be calm around people or a person the dog is most attached to. When left alone, the dog may be destructive, may soil the carpets, or may engage in barking and whining. This dog will be visibly upset when. you prepare to leave and be overly enthusiastic when you return. There dogs are with known an treatments anxiety for disorder. Medication in combination with a training program can turn your anxious dog into a calmer, more confident animal. Paul Judd Richard Manley should be able to absorb ultraviolet and blue violet radiation, and include Polaroid filters which are particularly helpful for boaters or fishermen. cal damage that may result in a number not pressed plastic lenses that can actually cause blurred vision. [t is recommended that all eyeglass- es—particularly sunglasses, prescription Age related macular degenera- and nonprescription, block a minimum of 95% of the sun’s ultraviolet-a rays. tion, a loss of central vision that cannot normally be restored, is aggravated by exposure to the sun. Glare can interfere with your ability Note: For questions or comments about this article contact Dr. Jerry Burger, CLINICAL DIRECTOR, OGDEN VALLEY OPTIQUE at 745-0978. to see the terrain or the surface changes “Dining on the Deck” a Huge Success at the Bow Last Thursday, June 29, Rainbow Gardens’ Academy of Living Seminars This month’s Rainbow Gardens Academy of Living Seminar, in collab- presented “Dining on the Deck” in collaboration with Wildflour Catering oration with 4 Season Travel of Ogden, will be offering a class titled “Travel famous chef Frances vander Stappen. Over 20 participants enjoyed the tasty recipes prepared by chef vander Stappen and learned many valuable tips for the perfect summer cookout. . Seminar’s . guests-had. a tasie..of zesty Hot Kisses (grilled shrimp with jalapeno peppers wrapped in bacon), Jamaican rubbed pork loin (with a special seasoning blend created by our chef), a fabulous grilled vegetable Richer Than You Are” (learn all the industry secrets travel agencies don’t want you to know about!) on Thursday, July 27, 2000 frc~ 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. The Academy i1s also planning for the highly requestied Fall Seminars, among which 1s “How to Decorate the Perfect Christmas Tree.” For more information about the classes, or to reserve a seat, please call Rainbow’s Marketing Department at salad and a fantastic banana frost to (801) 394-4828. conclude the mouth-watering menu. 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Cataracts form when the sundamaged proteins in the lens of the eye come together to create a cloudy condi- OVER 50 YEARS OF COMBINED REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE IN THE OGDEN VALLEY idaho/Utah Broker Sales Master Multi-Million $ Producer 745-5667 [f you enjoy outdoor sports or even work out doors, to protect your eyes and combat the effects of the sun, you need sunglasses that cover as much of your eyes as possible. The lenses sure can, over time, cause photochemi- tion. In addition to difficulty boat- ing or fishing, this can lead to eyestrain, tearing and headaches. This type of ultraviolet light expo- food and water bowls. Preparing in advance and working with the pet sitter will ensure a happy and safe vacation time for your pet. Hot tip for July: Many dogs have an anxiety disorder and cannot be left of water. mind the need to protect your eyes from the harmful ultraviolet rays of the bright sun. Whether you are at the beach, pool, golf course, or anywhere outside, the sun’s light is reflecting onto the surface of your eyes and causing potentially damaging results. - pet Protect Your Eyes From the Summer Sun - *Credit , Lines -.----flfl-------------‘—-.------ |
