Comments for Pets For Patriots Blog http://blog.petsforpatriots.org Veterans With Pets Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:56:23 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Comment on Pets and estate planning by Barry Seltzer http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/pets-and-estate-planning/#comment-1228 Barry Seltzer Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:56:23 +0000 http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/?p=1716#comment-1228 The statistics underscore an extremely sad situation permeating our society for anyone who loves animals. Your blog article underscores the need for planning in advance regarding one’s estate and also serves a useful purpose; to highlight for the general public the need and importance of including ones pets in their estate planning. There are a multitude of resources available and more being put in place on a regular basis that are easily accessed by any interested party. Companion animal owners should be aware of the importance of including their pets in their estate plan. There are many questions raised when planning for companion animals that bear discussion and sometimes there are no easy answers. To secure the widest distribution of this transformative information as possible is in our opinion praiseworthy and of value to everyone concerned with their families and their companion animals. We hope as many people as possible will be encouraged to deal with this type of planning rather than leave it to others and the courts when they no longer can. Sincerely, Barry Seltzer, Barrister & Solicitor & Professor of Law, Gerry W .Beyer Co- Authors of Fat Cats And Lucky Dogs: How To Leave (Part Of) Your Estate To Your Pets The statistics underscore an extremely sad situation permeating our society for anyone who loves animals. Your blog article underscores the need for planning in advance regarding one’s estate and also serves a useful purpose; to highlight for the general public the need and importance of including ones pets in their estate planning.

There are a multitude of resources available and more being put in place on a regular basis that are easily accessed by any interested party. Companion animal owners should be aware of the importance of including their pets in their estate plan. There are many questions raised when planning for companion animals that bear discussion and sometimes there are no easy answers.

To secure the widest distribution of this transformative information as possible is in our opinion praiseworthy and of value to everyone concerned with their families and their companion animals.

We hope as many people as possible will be encouraged to deal with this type of planning rather than leave it to others and the courts when they no longer can.

Sincerely,

Barry Seltzer, Barrister & Solicitor
& Professor of Law, Gerry W .Beyer
Co- Authors of Fat Cats And Lucky Dogs: How To Leave (Part Of) Your Estate To Your Pets

]]> Comment on Is breed-specific legislation for on-base pet owners way off-base? by Sonnet http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/is-breed-specific-legislation-for-on-base-pet-owners-way-off-base/#comment-1226 Sonnet Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:06:17 +0000 http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/?p=1618#comment-1226 I couldn't agree more with Val. It's not the dogs, it's the owners. I live on Ft. Lewis in WA, and my neighborhood is inundated with hound and beagle breed dogs. I love dogs, but... The baying and barking is out of control. I've suggested to our community manager that instead of banning breeds, require pet owners to attend (even as I write, they bark - it's driving me nuts) socialization classes and puppy classes. Dogs, like hound and beagle breeds - need a fair amount of exercise. They're sporting dogs. These dogs aren't walked, and are thrown in a backyard. They bark at everything, incessantly for 30 minutes - 45 minutes... And, the baying... Oh lord... Certain breeds need lots of attention and work, how is a Soldier supposed to give that when they're at work from 12-16 hours a day? Is the wife going to load up the kids, and let the unruly pet drag them around the neighborhood barking, straining at the leash, acting aggressively towards other dogs? No. So, they languish in the back yards. There are lots of great pet owners out there. But, in my neighborhood - none of these people should have pets. They don't take the time to care for them, they're just possessions. I understand the love and affection that a pet can provide, but they should be educated about the breed before bringing it into a community setting. If the military members can't attend classes for their dog, they don't have the time to have the dog in the first place. I couldn’t agree more with Val. It’s not the dogs, it’s the owners. I live on Ft. Lewis in WA, and my neighborhood is inundated with hound and beagle breed dogs. I love dogs, but… The baying and barking is out of control. I’ve suggested to our community manager that instead of banning breeds, require pet owners to attend (even as I write, they bark – it’s driving me nuts) socialization classes and puppy classes. Dogs, like hound and beagle breeds – need a fair amount of exercise. They’re sporting dogs. These dogs aren’t walked, and are thrown in a backyard. They bark at everything, incessantly for 30 minutes – 45 minutes… And, the baying… Oh lord… Certain breeds need lots of attention and work, how is a Soldier supposed to give that when they’re at work from 12-16 hours a day? Is the wife going to load up the kids, and let the unruly pet drag them around the neighborhood barking, straining at the leash, acting aggressively towards other dogs? No. So, they languish in the back yards. There are lots of great pet owners out there. But, in my neighborhood – none of these people should have pets. They don’t take the time to care for them, they’re just possessions. I understand the love and affection that a pet can provide, but they should be educated about the breed before bringing it into a community setting. If the military members can’t attend classes for their dog, they don’t have the time to have the dog in the first place.

]]> Comment on How to manage your pet’s veterinary bills by Little dogs bring big changes to veterans' lives — Pets For Patriots Blog http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/how-to-manage-your-pets-veterinary-bills/#comment-1225 Little dogs bring big changes to veterans' lives — Pets For Patriots Blog Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:10:25 +0000 http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/?p=1659#comment-1225 [...] Decades later, that was about to change when Bob walked into a Michigan pet store to look at the dogs available for adoption through the Michigan Humane Society (MHS). One six year-old rat terrier named Beau caught his eye, but Bob was concerned that pet ownership was beyond his means. [...] [...] Decades later, that was about to change when Bob walked into a Michigan pet store to look at the dogs available for adoption through the Michigan Humane Society (MHS). One six year-old rat terrier named Beau caught his eye, but Bob was concerned that pet ownership was beyond his means. [...]

]]> Comment on How to manage your pet’s veterinary bills by Pets for Patriots http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/how-to-manage-your-pets-veterinary-bills/#comment-1221 Pets for Patriots Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:14:51 +0000 http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/?p=1659#comment-1221 That's a great point, Randy; thank you for calling attention to the wide range of preventative measures that can improve the quality and longevity of a pet's life. That’s a great point, Randy; thank you for calling attention to the wide range of preventative measures that can improve the quality and longevity of a pet’s life.

]]> Comment on How to manage your pet’s veterinary bills by Randy Aronson, VMD, CCRT, CVA (pend) http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/how-to-manage-your-pets-veterinary-bills/#comment-1220 Randy Aronson, VMD, CCRT, CVA (pend) Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:09:56 +0000 http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/?p=1659#comment-1220 I think one important item left out of the blog is preventative or integrative care for our pets. We have found in many cases that the correct diet, supplementation, exercise, and training will save our clients many thousands of dollars over the lifetime of their pets. Many times treatment can comprise food therapy, herbs, acupuncture, rehabilitation veterinary medicine and avoid costly surgeries and medicines. I think one important item left out of the blog is preventative or integrative care for our pets. We have found in many cases that the correct diet, supplementation, exercise, and training will save our clients many thousands of dollars over the lifetime of their pets. Many times treatment can comprise food therapy, herbs, acupuncture, rehabilitation veterinary medicine and avoid costly surgeries and medicines.

]]> Comment on WWII Marine veteran fearless about pet adoption and life by Pets for Patriots http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/wwii-marine-veteran-fearless-about-pet-adoption-and-life/#comment-1216 Pets for Patriots Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:30:42 +0000 http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/?p=1406#comment-1216 That's great, Chuck! We love Bee, too. :-) That’s great, Chuck! We love Bee, too. :-)

]]> Comment on WWII Marine veteran fearless about pet adoption and life by Chuck Granger http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/wwii-marine-veteran-fearless-about-pet-adoption-and-life/#comment-1215 Chuck Granger Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:19:59 +0000 http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/?p=1406#comment-1215 I have known Bee for over eleven years now and she truly is an angel. It is such a blessing to have true friends in your life. She and I worked together as massage therapists in Gastonia, NC and you can be sure I'll tell her friends to look up this heartwarming story. You go Bee!! Thanks for all you do. I have known Bee for over eleven years now and she truly is an angel. It is such a blessing to have true friends in your life. She and I worked together as massage therapists in Gastonia, NC and you can be sure I’ll tell her friends to look up this heartwarming story. You go Bee!! Thanks for all you do.

]]> Comment on Is breed-specific legislation for on-base pet owners way off-base? by Val http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/is-breed-specific-legislation-for-on-base-pet-owners-way-off-base/#comment-1212 Val Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:13:38 +0000 http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/?p=1618#comment-1212 People who don't agree with the military are living in lala land. I've been a trainer for over 30 years and have trained many pits. Nice dogs but in the hands of the right owner. I think that to own a "strong breed" dog you have to first pass a test, to see if you have what it take to own one of these dogs. Secondly you would need an additional insurance policy. I own a GSD. I have trained many strong breed dogs. They are not for everybody and if you can't be responsible with an animal like that than you open the door for the government to step right on in and do it for you. People who don’t agree with the military are living in lala land. I’ve been a trainer for over 30 years and have trained many pits. Nice dogs but in the hands of the right owner. I think that to own a “strong breed” dog you have to first pass a test, to see if you have what it take to own one of these dogs. Secondly you would need an additional insurance policy. I own a GSD. I have trained many strong breed dogs. They are not for everybody and if you can’t be responsible with an animal like that than you open the door for the government to step right on in and do it for you.

]]> Comment on Is breed-specific legislation for on-base pet owners way off-base? by Amanda Jane Finnell http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/is-breed-specific-legislation-for-on-base-pet-owners-way-off-base/#comment-1210 Amanda Jane Finnell Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:10:04 +0000 http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/?p=1618#comment-1210 I really liked your answer it was well thought out. Good points and that was really interesting about the dobermans being mellowed due to skull shape. Have a good day! I really liked your answer it was well thought out. Good points and that was really interesting about the dobermans being mellowed due to skull shape. Have a good day!

]]> Comment on Is breed-specific legislation for on-base pet owners way off-base? by Amanda Jane Finnell http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/is-breed-specific-legislation-for-on-base-pet-owners-way-off-base/#comment-1209 Amanda Jane Finnell Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:05:18 +0000 http://blog.petsforpatriots.org/?p=1618#comment-1209 I understand that the military is feeling pressure from certain groups to enstate BSL but it would be such a negative thing. Pit bulls were once the symbol of military dogs, including Sergeant Stubby and German shepherds are still used frequently, to name the toppers. I would think many career military members would own retired dogs or would continue the tradition of owning these types of breeds. BSL can also target dogs that look like these breeds including boxers, Boston terriers, Malinois and mixes of all sorts. It's very traumatic on families to have to rehome a family pet or a much worse fate. Families who rely on these pets for emotional support, protection and company while their loved ones are away. I hope that the military will seriously consider what a blow to moral this would be. I understand that the military is feeling pressure from certain groups to enstate BSL but it would be such a negative thing. Pit bulls were once the symbol of military dogs, including Sergeant Stubby and German shepherds are still used frequently, to name the toppers. I would think many career military members would own retired dogs or would continue the tradition of owning these types of breeds. BSL can also target dogs that look like these breeds including boxers, Boston terriers, Malinois and mixes of all sorts. It’s very traumatic on families to have to rehome a family pet or a much worse fate. Families who rely on these pets for emotional support, protection and company while their loved ones are away. I hope that the military will seriously consider what a blow to moral this would be.

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