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Parenting Section, Friday, August 10, 2007 7 YOU AND YOUR PET Hudson will blossom in the right home Hudson is a two-year-old, neutered, handsome, perhaps gorgeous, malamute with a striking white face etched with very distinctive black markings. This arresting boy startled one of our caregivers who had not yet met him and she had not turned on the lights in the pods while attending to another canine. There, looking at her, was this luminous white face-- "a spirit"-- which appeared to "glow in the dark".... that is how that particular bonding began and a friendship formed. Hudson is larger than a husky, gentle, does not attempt to jump up on humans and is presently "in love" with our resident Husky "Hannah". Hudson hears the "call of the wild" when exercise time is near, and is usually the first out on the tennis court where he tirelessly patrols, investigating and exploring his world. Hudson is a sight to be seen, leaping like a gazelle, following his nose to every exciting smell. Trail walks are a pleasure for both handler and dog and car rides are a treat-- Hudson will stretch his head between the seats asking to be petted, just being with one person and having that attention means the world to him. Hudson was kept on a chain for the first two years of his life. Poor Hudson, two years is a long time to be tied up. He was surrendered because he was "too bouncy for the grandchildren". Is it any wonder if he was always on a chain and did not attend training classes? Hudson will thrive with an experienced family, because although he has lots of energy, he loves to sit under a tree and get tummy rubs from the volunteers. He would blossom with training classes (he can do a sit) which would help him bond to his new family, and definitely a fenced yard is a must. It is also a necessity that he does not go to a family where he will be ignored and left on a chain. Although his life was to many very sad, Hudson is healthy but is showing stress by not eating his rations and having loose tummies, due to the fact that as upsetting as it is for us to accept, his life on a chain was what he had known, and any new changes, even positive ones, cause a dog to be stressed. Hudson has adjusted well but shelter life is new to him and stressful to a dog who had NEVER been inside a house, which shows with his upset digestion which would disappear once he was secure and settled in a home of his own. That said, Hudson is adjusting better than expected but has to learn to deal with everyday situations. A family with strong leadership skills is needed to harness Hudson's energy, and soften his breed's tendencies towards stubbornness and headstrong abandon. A home with older children and preferably no cats would be ideal. Call "Hudson" at 519-833-2287 for an appointment. Submitted by: Judith-Anne Kolu, Volunteer-- UCHS Hudson is a malamute in search of a home. Everything for Pets & Pet Professionals Support the Upper Credit Humane Society and Ontario SPCA Orangeville & District Branch FORE THE ANIMALS Grooming & Supplies ent Equipm and of course Kennel nt Equipme Treats & Toys Pet Hea lth Care Product s GOLF TOURNAMENT Caledon Country Club · Monday September 10 Sanitatio n Products We need your help to make the Golf Tournament a success. SPONSOR · GOLF · DONATE PRIZES First place of the 407 407 on Trafalgar First place South South of theon Trafalgar Rd. Rd. s www.renspets.com 4002 Trafalgar Oakville 4002 Trafalgar Rd., Rd., Oakville Within Canada 1-866-736-7738 FOR INFORMATION VISIT www.orangevilleSPCA.ca or call 519-942-3140 Puppies & Kittens NOW AVAILABLE BECAUSE YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR PET Protect Your Pet! ID tags $7.99 Specialists in Pet Nutrition engraved while you wait We carry a wide range of small A Complete line of animals, fish, birds and reptiles Pet Accessories Meeting All Your Grooming Needs for Cats & Dogs Multi Pet Discounts Gift Certificates Available Our staff includes licensed obedience judges, behavioural consultants and multi titled trainers in obedience, agility, conformation, field and tracking. We teach with positive motivational training! Campaign Dog Academy 13417 - 22 Sideroad 905-702-7600 Home of Canada's Top Obedience Dogs Yearly Home of Canada's Top Obedience Dogs Yearly $10 OFF Your First Visit Day, Evening and Weekend Appointments 140 Guelph St., Georgetown 905-873-0933 Call 905-873-7055 For An Appointment www.campaigndogacademy.com Flea Season is here! Are you and your pet ready? Come by and see our specials. 372 Queen St. E. Unit A3, Acton R.R. #4, Georgetown, Ont. 905-873-1354 Corner of River Rd. and 10th Line (Across from Eagle Ridge Golf Course) www.terraglen.com Mobile/House Calls Dental Services Preventative Medicine Professional all breed dog and cat grooming Surgery Wellness and Senior Programs Kitten and Puppy Programs Separate Cat Suites for boarding Spacious runs for all breed dog boarding Pet Supplies 519-853-9200 Hospital tours welcome and visiting hours encouraged.