Now, six years later, weighing in at more than you should (15 lbs?), you have beaten an even more challenging experience, that being a survival of living among the wildlife of Sedona which isn’t restricted to four-footed varieties.

Happy No. 6 Birthday of your life spent in Sedona. Only “The Shadow Knows” how many years you lived before relocating from Texas to Arizona.

Blessings Little Buddy,

From One Who Knows. (and I “ain’t” The Shadow)

Pets left outdoors on hot summer days can be in serious danger. Dogs should only be left outdoors for short periods, and be provided with sufficient water and a cool, sheltered place that provides shade from the sun. Because of a limited ability to sweat, even a short time in a hot environment can be life threatening.

Walking during the early morning or evening when it is cooler is advisable.

Parked cars can quickly reach deadly temperatures, even on relatively mild days with the car parked in the shade and the windows slightly open!

Please remember these summertime safety tips! We love to play and be taken care of by our families so please never leave us in a car. Leave us at home when you run your summer errands! We will try our best to not misbehave…PROMISE!

Hang in there Cole, my buddy. April 18th will be the 6th anniversary with my new Mommy Dearest and the folks that had me before thought I was probably 5 when I went to live with her. So, you see, Cole, I’m not far behind you in years. Look at it this way. We have homes where we are loved dearly and with age we are bound to have the problems that go with it.

Fabian, you little dickens! A million dollar mutt! Just keep on truckin’ with that toothless grin! But, did you know, that doggies have some 40 plus teeth? Oh happy day for that. Keeps me hopeful to continue to bite the groomer.
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Lovingly,
Harley McGuire

We are pleased to announce our new Executive Director of the Humane Society of Sedona, Suzanne Fuqua!

Suzanne has been with the Santa Fe Humane Society since early 2011 as the Director of Behavior and Training. She has trained staff and volunteers in dog behavior, helping animals become more adoptable. She has also collaborated with the New Mexico Penitentiary to set up a “Paws to Pen” initiative.

Suzanne holds a BS degree in Agricultural Economics with an Animal Science concentration from the University of Kentucky. She has a Certificate of Nonprofit Management from the University of New Mexico and is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. Suzanne owns and operates Dog Training Solutions, LLC, that provides behavior consulting services to dog owners. Her business experience includes being the Business Manager of Southwestern College.

She has served as a member of the board and volunteer of the Santa Fe Animal Shelter, board member of the Northern New Mexico Animal Protection Society, and board member and officer of the Santa Fe Dog Obedience Club.

The Santa Fe Humane Society, although much larger than ours, has similar programs and philosophies. Santa Fe has a low-cost Spay/Neuter program, discount Adoption Fee events, Thrift Shops, a summer camp for kids, and more. They took in over 5,000 animals last year, as compared to our 1,000 pet intakes.

Suzanne expects to start in early May. All of us at the shelter are very excited about her arrival! Welcome Suzanne!

Love your articles,
Fabian