Marshmallow Foundation / Lucky Dog Animal Shelter

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Myths and Facts About Spaying and Neutering MYTH: My pet will get fat and lazy. FACT: The truth is that most pets get fat and lazy because their owners feed them too much and don't give them enough exercise. MYTH: It's better to have one litter first. FACT: Medical evidence indicates just the opposite. In fact, the evidence shows that females spayed before their first heat are typically healthier. Many veterinarians now sterilize dogs and cats as young as eight weeks of age. Check with your veterinarian about the appropriate time for these procedures. MYTH: My children should experience the miracle of birth. FACT: Even if children are able to see a pet give birth—which is unlikely, since it usually occurs at night and in seclusion—the lesson they will really learn is that animals can be created and discarded as it suits adults. Instead, it should be explained to children that the real miracle is life and that preventing the birth of some pets can save the lives of others. MYTH: But my pet is a purebred. FACT: So is at least one out of every four pets brought to animal shelters around the country. There are just too many dogs and cats—mixed breed and purebred. MYTH: I want my dog to be protective. FACT: Spaying or neutering does not affect a dog's natural instinct to protect home and family. A dog's personality is formed more by genetics and environment than by sex hormones. MYTH: I don't want my male dog or cat to feel like less of a male. FACT: Pets don't have any concept of sexual identity or ego. Neutering will not change a pet's basic personality. He doesn't suffer any kind of emotional reaction or identity crisis when neutered. MYTH: But my dog (or cat) is so special, I want a puppy (or kitten) just like her. FACT: A dog or cat may be a great pet, but that doesn't mean her offspring will be a carbon copy. Professional animal breeders who follow generations of bloodlines can't guarantee they will get just what they want out of a particular litter. A pet owner's chances are even slimmer. In fact, an entire litter of puppies or kittens might receive all of a pet's (and her mate's) worst characteristics. MYTH: It's too expensive to have my pet spayed or neutered. FACT: The cost of spaying or neutering depends on the sex, size, and age of the pet, your veterinarian's fees, and a number of other variables. However, whatever the actual price, spay or neuter surgery is a one-time cost—a relatively small cost when compared to all the benefits. It's a bargain compared to the cost of having a litter and ensuring the health of the mother and litter; two months of pregnancy and another two months until the litter is weaned can add up to significant veterinary bills and food costs if complications develop. Most importantly, it's a very small price to pay for the health of your pet and the prevention of the births of more unwanted pets. MYTH: I'll find good homes for all the puppies and kittens. FACT: You may find homes for all of your pet's litter. However, each home you find means one less home for the dogs and cats in shelters who need good homes. In addition, in less than one year's time, each of your pet's offspring may have his or her own litter, adding even more animals to the population. The problem of pet overpopulation is created and perpetuated one litter at a time. SOURCES : ASPCA AND HSUS

Who We Are

Marshmallow Foundation / Lucky Dog Animal Shelter at the Lucky Dog Boarding and Training Center, LLC We are the Marshmallow Foundation (MF), a brand new organization set up in honor of ‘Cocoa’ and her ‘Eleven Marshmallows’, a Lab mom who had been abandoned and locked in a house for 3 weeks. Rescued by an Iowan Sheriff and obviously pregnant, she was taken to a local Vet. After receiving her donated care and through the generosity and compassion of many, Cocoa came to rest in Minnesota at the Livingston-Wiedewitsch home and went on to whelp an astonishing eleven puppies. All were adopted into loving homes, but there are more that need our help. The ultimate goal, of course, is to end this nightmare of unwanted companion animals but that can only be accomplished through heightened public awareness and active promotion of a spay/neuter program. Let us explain that the Foundation is also part of the Five-City Animal Impound encompassing Detroit Lakes, Frazee, Audubon, Lake Park and Callaway which is a public resource for stray, abandoned and rescued companion animals. Animals are impounded for five days, by law, then turned over to Lucky Dog Boarding and Training Center so that basic medical care and physical needs may be met. Afterward, they become the MF’s responsibility for any long-term care or extensive medical treatment until they can be adopted. We are a ’low-kill’ facility, so often, animals are with us for months until homes can be found. We are supported in our adoption program by Pet Smart, Pet Finder. Com and our own Lucky Dog web site in posting pet availability, descriptions and pictures. Lucky Dog is financially supported by commercial enterprises and The Marshmallow Foundation is supported solely by donations and fundraising. Our Programs: All Donations (any amount) Welcome! Amy’s Fund- $20 gifts for feline leukemia tests in honor of Amy (the cat) Atchia. The Angel Fund– Funding for ‘special needs’ cases requiring extra expenses. The ‘Best Little Cathouse’ in Detroit Lakes- A permanent housing facility for cats until they are adopted. Hospice Care– For pets aged/terminally ill. Medical Expense Fund– Assistance to provide basic necessary veterinary care; vaccinations, first aid, worming, ticks, etc. Spay/Neuter Fund– Contributions will be used for spays/neuters on program pets. Day-to-Day Fund-The basics; food, chews, litter/litter boxes, poop scoopers, paper towels, cat and dog collars/leashes, laundry/dish soaps, bleach and more! Note: Goods or financial help are welcome in this category. Our Wish List: CLEANING: paper towels, bleach, dish/laundry soap, scrubber sponges,brooms, cotton mops BEDDING: towels, fleece/crocheted throws, pet beds, blankets TRAINING: collars, leashes, cat safety collars,training collars/halters, Gentle Leaders PHYSICAL HEALTH: puppy/kitten milk substitutes, flea/tick control, heartworm control, specialty foods---sr., lite, puppy, kitten---cat litter/boxes/scoops MENTAL HEALTH: cat/dog treats, rawhide/tendon chews, tennis balls/hard rubber balls, frisbees, plush toys, puzzle toys, hard chew toys, cat trees/tunnels, cat toys VOLUNTEERS: cat cuddlers, dog walkers, dog park players, groomers, laundry help, fundraisers, adoption events, parades and more ANY TIME SPENT IS APPRECIATED! WE ARE OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK!

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Directions to Lucky Dog in Detroit Lakes Click here for directions to our location (Google Map)

Hours
Monday thru Friday:	8:00am-5:30pm
Saturday:	8:00am-4:00pm
Sunday:	10:00am-4:00pm

Lucky Dog Boarding & Training Center, LLC
1478 Mallard St
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
Phone: 218-847-4100
www.luckydogdl.com

Email: luckydogdl@luckydogdl.com
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