tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4669477332415453702012-01-11T10:51:44.862-05:00The Potomac Cairn Terrier Club is a breed club that aims to be of service to members, fanciers, humane societies, and the general public, so far as Cairn Terriers are concerned. The PCTC Rescue Committee fosters, rehabilitates, and places Cairn terriers who are in need of new homes.PCTC Rescuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520968711656087314noreply@blogger.comBlogger141100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-466947733241545370.post-70318395947806170402012-01-11T10:43:00.004-05:002012-01-11T10:51:44.870-05:00

My interest in rescue began about twenty-four years ago when I started my search for my perfect companion. I had just graduated college and bought my first house and decided that it was time for a dog. Of course my parents thought it wasn't such a great idea; they knew it was a lot of work. Needless to say, I had my mind made up. Back then, the internet wasn't really popular yet, so I started my

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The Rescue Corner column began in the August 2011 PCTC newsletter. The Corner will keep you up to date on all the goings-on in PCTC Rescue and more. You’ll be hearing from several of us over the next several issues. We’ll tell you our stories about how we came to rescue and how it has enriched our lives. We invite you to enjoy our stories and maybe join us in Rescue, one of the most gratifying

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By Veronica Hudak-MoeThe Rescue Corner column began in the August 2011 PCTC newsletter. The Corner will keep you up to date on all the goings-on in PCTC Rescue and more. You’ll be hearing from several of us over the next several issues. We’ll tell you our stories about how we came to rescue and how it has enriched our lives. We invite you to enjoy our stories and maybe join us in Rescue, one of

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Rescue workers encounter overweight and obese Cairns more and more often. The Dog Owner's Guide says "Fat dogs are more at risk in surgery, more prone to injury, and have more stress on heart, lungs, liver, kidneys, and joints. Excess weight can worsen osteoarthritis, cause respiratory problems in hot weather and during exercise, lead to diabetes mellitis, and generally lessen the quality of life

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By Ann Gates In July, I had a visit from a thoughtful family who wanted to know more about cairn terriers, including how much they cost in up keep. This is a question we ask potential rescue homes all the time: Do you know how much it costs to keep a dog? The following are some basic costs of owning a dog. They are based largely on the charges of my vet. My vet is a big city vet in a

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By John & Lois Cleland The Rescue Corner is a new column in the PCTC newsletter Thistle Talk. The Corner will keep you up to date on all the goings-on in PCTC Rescue and more. You’ll be hearing from several of us over the next several issues. We’ll tell you our stories about how we came to rescue and how it has enriched our lives. We invite you to enjoy our stories and maybe join us in Rescue,

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This article contains some useful links to help you and your Cairn adjust to life together. Do not hesitate to contact either of the Rescue Chairs for help with your Cairn at any time.Potomac Cairn Terrier Rescue - http://rescue.PotomacCTC.org/Articles, FAQs, Rescue Contacts, and more.Potomac Cairn Terrier Club - http://www.PotomacCTC.org/Information about the club, how to join, and more.PCTC

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Have you thought about what will happen to your happen to your pets should something happen to you? Countless animals end up in shelters or rescue because people don't plan ahead. Family members end up with the burden and sometimes cannot take on the new responsibility. Everyone, not matter how young or old, should make provisions for the pets in their care.PAW rescue has an excellent article

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By spaying/neutering your dog, you are doing something good for your pet as well as helping to put an end to pet overpopulation. Dogs that are spayed/neutered live longer on average than dogs who are not. Spaying/neutering your dog may also help stop or prevent unwanted behavior like aggression and marking.There are several programs that provide information on the benefits of spay/neuter as well

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Rescue is not about finding you the perfect pet. Rescue is about finding a loving little dog a perfectly loving home. If you are looking for an adorable young Cairn to meet your wants, we encourage you to go to our Breeder Referral section to contact Cairn Breeders.Patience is a virtue with normal dog training and training terriers requires even more patience. Training a rescued terrier may

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The following is an e-mail from a Foster Mom to a Rescue Co-chair regarding her foster dogs and why she fosters. To: Lynda Hammel From: Ann Gates Date: January 3, 2004 Subject: Jinks Dear Lynda, I got Jinks in July. His short-term owner had had a devastating accident and couldn't keep him. She had just received him from his first family, who had given him up

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Foreword by Veronica Hudak-Moe My initial reason for joining PCTC was to become a foster home. The turning point in my decision to become a foster home came after reading a post that was made to the Cairn-List by Lynda Hammel. Lynda’s message was a response to a call for help to foster or adopt a 17-year-old Cairn in need named "Buck". Before I read this post, I didn't think that I would

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Terriers are not like other dog breeds. They were bred to be tenacious, independent thinkers, and they are very intelligent. They get bored easily, can be bossy, and if they want to do something, they are certainly going to try. Likewise, if they don't want to do something, you are going to have to find a way to inspire them. Without proper, constant training, they can develop behavioral problems

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Are Cairn terriers good with kids? If you research this on the web, you will generally get the impression that they are good with children. Those of us in Rescue would like to clarify. In reality, the short answer to this question is: it depends. It depends on various factors which include: 1) the age/disposition/history of the dog, 2) the age of the child(ren), 3) the parenting philosophy, and 4

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