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New quick short articles about pets and their care in Montgomery County. Copy and publish in neighborhood association newsletters. Get articles now
Dear Neighborhood Associations,
Addressing livability issues between people and animals within city and county neighborhoods is a priority. We are here to assist neighborhoods by enforcing laws for dogs, nuisance animal complaints such picking up stray animals and conducting cruelty,neglect and bite investigations.
Pet ownership among U.S. households is reported to be at 64% with dogs and cats found in at least one out of three homes. The Animal Resource Center celebrates the relationship between people and animals with a conscientious aim towards public health and safety.
We dedicate this part of our website specifically for neighborhood associations looking for quick, simple, and accurate information to copy and publish as written in association newsletters. We will make changes to the seasons and weather, and post information when animals health issues are present in the community. If you have topics you wish to see added please e-mail sagesterm@mcohio.org
Animal Resource Center General Information
6790 Webster St.
Dayton ,Ohio 45414
(937) 898-4457
Animal Control and Care hours:
Monday thru Sunday 7:00 am – 9:00 pm
Contact Sheriffs Dispatch 225-4357
Animal Resource Center Business Hours
Monday thru Friday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday 11:00 am – 1:00 pm (Animal Search Only)
Contact 898-4457
Why does Your dog Bark? It could be…………
1. Kennel Position
2. Kennel Size and Condition
3. Boredom
4. Neighboring Children
5. A change in the family
6. Hunger
7. Attention Seeking
8. Lack of Exercise
9. Fleas or Troublesome Flies
10. Continual Barking may well be a cry for help
Note………………..
Don't try to discipline your dog barking by yelling at it. If you raise your voice you are telling your dog that "loud is O.K".
Winter Care Tips for Your Pets
When temperatures (and the snow) begin to fall, you'll find your pet needs a little extra care from you. Here are some points to remember this winter:
- Cats and dogs need protection from the wet and cold, whether they get it inside your house or inside their own. Cats are best kept inside when it gets cold, as are most small and short-haired dogs. An outdoor dog needs a dry, elevated dog house with clean, dry bedding and a flap over the opening to keep drafts out. Or consider adding a dog door to the garage with a soft cushion in the warmest corner.
A bowl of frozen water can't help a thirsty pet. Check outdoor water bowls often when it's below freezing, and break the ice or refill with water as necessary.
Outdoor dogs need more calories in the winter to produce body heat, so increase the amount you feed your pet. On the other hand, indoor dogs and cats may get less exercise in the cold months, and will need fewer calories to avoid weight gain.
Chemicals used to melt snow on sidewalks can irritate pet's paws, so you may need to wipe them with a wet cloth after an outing. Dogs outside in the snow may need the ice between their paw pads removed.
Antifreeze tastes good to pets, but it is deadly poison. The most likely source of the poison is radiator drainage spots in your garage, which should be flushed with water immediately.
A cat may crawl up under your car seeking shelter and warmth near the engine. It may get caught in the fan and seriously injured when the engine starts.
