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It's Hot! It's
time for...
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2nd Annual 'DOG
DAYS OF SUMMER
Delights Human and Canine Alike!
By Ed and Bette Sharpe -
Glendale Daily Planet
- www.glendaledailyplanet.com
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GLENDALE
AMPHITHEATRE, VISITOR CENTER AND MERCHANT SITES
SATURDAY, AUG. 6, 2011 - 6P.M. to 9:00 P.M.
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3571.
West
Deputy Chief Eilo Pompa and rescue dog Topaz attended the
second annual Dog Days of Summer event in downtown Glendale.
Topaz is the first crisis response dog to work with a
fire department!
Glendale Fire Department Crisis Response Team Members Dennis
and Gwen Pooler are
in the background.
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EVERYONE
HAD A DOGGONE GOOD TIME!
The
Dog Days of Summer came to downtown Glendale Saturday, Aug.
6 for the city’s annual celebration that includes our
four-legged friends. Dog Days of Summer helps pet owners
enjoy a shopping, browsing and dining experience throughout
downtown Glendale where the emphasis is on being good to our
“best friends” with everything from frozen doggie treats
to dog aura photos. This is the the second year for this
growing event that was attended by 600 humans and 1000 dogs counted
at the visitor center.
It
was hot but True Dog Days of Summer heat did not keep
people & their four legged furry friends from heading to
Historic Downtown Glendale tonight. It was dog central!
The
event started at the Murphy Park Amphitheatre, 6 p.m. for a
presentation and program featuring the Glendale Crisis Response
Team and their pets. Chief
Elio Pompa introduced us to Glendale’s
top dog, Topaz and the 'humans' that make up the fire
department's crisis response team.
Chief
Pompa reminded everyone that the "Fido Bag" is carried
by Glendale Firefighters on their fire trucks.
The emergency bag includes medical supplies and the special
mask that will
help
dogs and cats injured in fires or due to smoke inhalation to
breathe; increasing the animals chance of survival.
Remember to keep an eye on your pets during the summer.
Animals, like people, forget to drink enough water or to
seek shelter or shade to get out of direct sun.
Chief Pompa reminds Pet owners to check the sidewalk or
sitting surfaces. If
it is hot for a human to sit on or walk on, then it is too hot for
the dog or cat to sit or walk on.
(Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4235)
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3692.
"...and
ROLL!"
Dr. Janet A. Boberg Public Education Coordinator Glendale Fire Department
used her dog Gizzi to demonstrate Stop, Drop & Roll
fire safety. Gizzi has been with Jenet Boberg for 10
years and was obtained from a breeder in Flagstaff. Gizzi
excels in preschool training, Boberg states "She
is close to ground non-threatening..." During
the training session, Janet and the children, watch
a video and finish up with the dog providing a
demonstration of stop drop and roll. The children all love Gizzi!
During the presentation on stage during the event the audience
would call out STOP! DROP! and ROLL! and Gizzi would
respond.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4221.
Linda
Moran Whittley,
of Papa Ed's Ice Scream, presented the City of Glendale
Karla Houston and Chuck Wojo of the Glendale Fire Department
Crisis Response Team a check for $430.00.
Linda donated the money collected from her tip jar from
January to July of this year.
She will continue to collect "tips" or donations
until the end of the year. Whittley states, "It
made me very proud to stand on the same stage with people that I
consider heroes. Deputy Chief Pompa, Karla Houston, and all
of the Crisis Response Team are just that, for what they do
everyday of their lives to make our lives better."
Whittley
explains how the tip jar program came to be,, "Before Papa
Ed's Ice Cream was officially opened in 5/08, we participated in
Glendale events. During the Teddy Bear event in 9/07, Papa
Ed's participated by sponsoring ice cream from the driveway.
It was during that event that I met Karla Houston and we struck up
an immediate friendship. She taught me about the Crisis
Response Team and I quickly decided that they would be the group
that Papa Ed's would support and be involved with once we
opened. The tip jar has been on our counter since the day we
opened and all tips are donated to this team each year."
If
you are looking for a way to become involved in the Glendale Community,
the Glendale
Fire Department Crisis Response Team may be just the ticket
for you. .
If you would like to volunteer, more information can be found at
their web site,
http://www.glendaleaz.com/CrisisResponse/VolunteerInterestForm.cfm.
After
the presentation attendees joined the Pet Fashion Parade to the
Glendale Visitor Center, where people could spin the prize
wheel to win items. At one point the line reached from
the Visitor Center trailing west to almost 59th avenue! Lorraine
Pino, Manager of the Glendale Convention and Visitors Bureau
tells us,
"This was the 2nd annual event. We had 100 people
last year and had 600 this year and more than 1000 dogs." To
explain the higher dog count she stated "We had many
people w/ 3 and 4 dogs each. It was awesome!!!"
Then!
off to the events at the establishments in Old Town Glendale
and Catlin Court as list is in the chart below.
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4124.
-- Kurt
Oleson, Mary the 'one eyed diva' and Kim Henson of the Sun
Valley Animal Shelter
Kurt
Oleson, Mary the 'one eyed diva' and Kim Henson of
the Sun Valley Animal Shelter were on had outside of Papa
Ed's Ice Cream and tell us they have lots of wonderful cats and
dogs up for adoption.
The shelter is also always seeing assistance with funds and
supplies. Please visit Sun Valley Animal Shelter 7150 N.110th Avenue (Map)
Glendale, AZ 85307 (623) 872-7941 (623) 872-3664 fax Contact@sunvalleypets.org
Coffee & Tea Express 5835 W. Palmaire Ave. had sample people and pet
massages outside in the breezeway, but inside featured Nathan’s Hot Dogs on special with wonderful thirst quenching Ice Tea.
After a dinner treat it was off to Papa Ed's Ice Cream for an ice
cream treat for us humans and Frosty Paws frozen treats for
our accompanying friends. Papa Ed's Ice Cream passed out 165 free
Frosty Paw frozen treats for dogs in a 2 1/2 hour time frame.
Summing up the
event, Lorraine Pino, Manager of the Glendale Convention and
Visitors Bureau tells us, "We have several boxes of
donated supplies for the Sun Valley Animal Shelter along with cash
donations. The Visitor Center will continue to accept supplies
through August. As with all of our events, visitors came from all
over the valley and many were first time visitors to downtown
Glendale. The event chairperson, Linda Moran-Whittley from Papa
Ed’s Ice Cream did a phenomenal job programming the evening. We
were thrilled to showcase the Glendale Fire Department and Crisis
Response Team. "Dog Days of Summer was a tremendous success
and another example of the unique partnerships and event
production facilitated by the Glendale CVB and the downtown
business community. We are thrilled with the outcome of the
promotion and look forward to future events."
Photo
by Jessica Alexander City of Glendale
An unexpected visitor to a dog related event was Pratt’s Pets and Feed
's 175 lb. tortoise!
Activities
& Discounts Dog
Days of Summer
- August 6, 6-9 p.m. in Downtown Glendale
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Adventure HQ
7163 N. 58th Drive
Dog GPS demonstration of “Where Woof”
Arizona
Adopt a Greyhound Organization
58th Drive & Palmaire
Information and a few adoptable pets.
Art
Exhibit
58th Ave. and Myrtle
Featuring dog and animal art sponsored by the Fusion Foundation.
The
Astrology Store
5731 W. Glendale Ave.
Aura photos, free doggie gift bags and Psychic Fair
Coffee
& Tea Express
5835 W. Palmaire Ave.
Pet massages: 10-minute pet massages by Valerie Ryan. Pup cake
samples. Pup cakes are a smaller-sized cupcake made from natural
ingredients for dogs.
Nathan’s Hot Dogs on special.
AZ Body Therapy gave FREE 5-minute "People" massages.
Cool
Pool, Mister and Water Stations
Located throughout Old Towne and Catlin Court
Country
Maiden (on the front porch)
7146 N. 58th Ave.
Complimentary Strawberry Lemonade while supplies last
Cameo
Candles, Bath & Gifts
7149 N. 58th Drive
Dogwood Candles
Glendale
Crisis Response Team – 6 p.m.
Murphy Park Amphitheater
Presentation and program featuring the Glendale Crisis Response
Team and their pets. Glendale’s top dog, Topaz with the fire
department response team, will be part of a presentation on pet
safety tips and drop-and-roll fire safety.
Glendale
Shoe Company
5750 W. Glendale Ave.
Dog Shoes
Glendale
Visitor Center
5800 W. Glenn Drive, #140
Prize Wheel and Gift Bags for the 1st 200 visitors
OOHHH
I Like That Stamp
5707 W. Myrtle Ave.
Bring your dog and get a free treat. Scrapbook page your
dog pictures. Free $6.95 stamp with $25 purchase
Various
artists affiliated with Artwerks included Kathy Hoynes-Goree,
Lynn Erickson, Terisa Fullman, Dawne Hennessey and they were
located at 58th Ave. & Myrtle |
Open
Door
5836 W. Palmaire Ave.
“Dogs are Cool but Cats Rule!” 30% off Laurel Burch Cat
Items.
Open
Door Too
7142 N. 58th Drive
Creative-Memories Photography will be at Open Door Too.
Make a donation to the Sun Valley Animal Shelter and receive a
FREE professional photograph of you and your pet.
Papa
Ed’s Ice Cream
7146 N. 58th Ave. – behind Country Maiden
Free Frosty Paw frozen treats for dogs
Peaces
of Life
7005 N. 58th Ave.
Dog Treats
Pink
House Boutique
7009 N. 58th Ave.
Free Milk Bones and 50% off Happy Tails Dog Spa Products
Pratt’s
Pets and Feed
7150 N. 58th Ave.
Located at Evergreen Oriental Medicine
Information and exhibits including a tortoise. Participate in
the "Name the Tortoise" contest. This will be the last
day to enter your name and win a chance to win a $50 gift
certificate.
Shelley's
Desserts
5845 W. Palmaire Ave.
(3) Varieties of dog treats: Apple-a-day, Bark o Lanterns &
Simple Simon Bones
In addition:
A Shot of Java featured 'Pupacinos', Bears and More had dog
treats, Ragazza Boutique had a Chihuahua adoption and Dee
Roberts offered dog collars at the Glendale Visitor Center.
Meet
Your Glendale Crisis Response Team
Meet the Glendale Crisis Response Team and their dogs. Learn
important pet safety tips including hydration and drop &
roll fire safety. The presentation begins at 6 p.m. at the
Murphy Park Amphitheater.
Pet
Fashion Parade
Meet in Murphy Park at 6:45 p.m. and join the Pet Parade to the
Glendale Visitor Center.
Exhibitors
58th Avenue and Myrtle
Glenn Animal Shelter: Veterinarian Services
Hot Dogs & Cool Cats: Grooming Services
William’s Gift Premier Pet Products: Dental Hygiene products
for dogs
A.B.A.A. Auctions to Benefit Abandoned Animals
Animal Medical Center of Deer Valley - North Glendale Veterinary
Pet
Food and Supply Drive to benefit Sun Valley Animal Shelter
The Sun Valley Animal Shelter will be on-site at Papa Ed’s Ice
Cream. Donations will also be accepted at the Glendale Visitor
Center.
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Pet
Food and Supply Drive to benefit Sun Valley Animal Shelter
The Sun Valley Animal Shelter needs the following items listed
below. Donations will also be accepted at the Glendale Visitor
Center until August 31st. Items
needed include: |
Science
Diet Dog, Cat, Puppy, & Kitten Food (Dry and Wet)
Alpo or Pedigree Canned Food (Ground, not chunky)
Friskies/9 Lives Canned Food
Dog Toys (Kongs, Rope Toys, Rubber Balls)
Dog Leashes
Collars
Bleach
Vinegar
Cat Nip
Cat Scratching Posts
Cat Toys
Large Cat Litter Pans
Cat Condos and Trees
Cat Litter (non-scoop able)
Puppy Housebreaking Pads
Fleece Beds (all sizes)
Scrubbing Sponges |
Dryer
Sheets
Liquid Hand Soap
Tissues
Humidifiers (Hot and Cold)
Metal Food Bowls
Cardboard Scratch Boxes
Industrial Mop Buckets
Water Hoses
Neosporin Ointment
General Office Supplies
Tools
Stamps
Step-ladder
Outside Benches for Sitting
Gently Used Loveseats/ Couches/Chairs |
(If you get this
in EMAIL go to www.glendaledailyplanet.com
to see the video!)
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3571.
West
Deputy Chief Eilo Pompa and rescue dog Topaz attended the
second annual Dog Days of Summer event in downtown
Glendale. Topaz
is the first crisis response dog to work with a fire
department! Glendale
Fire Department Crisis Response Team Members Dennis and
Gwen Pooler are
in the background.
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale
Daily Planet no. 4017
Lorraine
Pino Glendale CVB Director - Our EMCEE!
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3848.
Linda
Whitely, Pap's Ed's Ice
Cream, 7146 N. 58th Avenue, Glendale, presented her
donation to the Glendale Fire Department Crisis Response
Team Volientier of the year,
Chuck Wojculewicz
for the amount of $430.00.
The
Crisis Response Team is a group of dedicated volunteers
who are trained by the Glendale Fire Department.
Team members offer compassion and act
professionally to help those in a time of need.
Some of the CR team have training in behavioral
health and emergency medicine among their credits.
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Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4235.
Chief
Pompa reminded everyone that the "Fido Bag" is
carried by Glendale Firefighters on their fire trucks.
The emergency bag includes medical supplies and the
special mask that will
help
dogs and cats injured in fires or due to smoke inhalation
to breathe; increasing the animals chance of survival.
Remember to keep an eye on your pets during the
summer. Animals,
like people, forget to drink enough water or to seek
shelter or shade to get out of direct sun.
Pet owners should check the sidewalk or sitting
surfaces.
If it is hot for a human to sit on or walk on, then it is
too hot for the dog or cat to sit or walk on.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4202.
The
temperature was in the three digits, the cement was hot
and Jagger gets a refreshing drink of water from his
owner, Susan Herbert. |
Ed Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3934.
Karla
Houston introduces members of Glendale Fire
Department Crisis Response Team that she leads..
Volunteer: Dianne White, CR Coordinator: Sara Steffen, Volunteer: Fran Wojculewicz, CR Coordinator: Karla Houston, Volunteer of the Year : Chuck Wojculewicz, Volunteer: Jenn Zwiebel, Volunteer: Angela Cabenero and Volunteer: Dennis Pooler .
(CLICK FOR LARGE PHOTO!)
If
you would like to volunteer, more information can be found
at their web site,
http://www.glendaleaz.com/CrisisResponse/VolunteerInterestForm.cfm.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4221.
Linda
Whitley, Papa Ed's Ice Scream, presented the City of
Glendale Karla Houston and Chuck Wojculewicz
of the Glendale Fire
Department Crisis Response Team a check for $430.00.
Linda donated the money collected from her tip jar
from January to July of this year.
She will continue to collect "tips" or
donations until the end of the year.
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STOP -
DROP - ROLL!
Dr. Janet A. Boberg Public Education Coordinator Glendale Fire Department
used her dog Gizzi to demonstrate Stop, Drop & Roll
fire safety. Gizzi has been with Jenet Boberg for
10 years and was obtained from a breeder in
Flagstaff. Gizzi excels in preschool
training, Boberg states "She
is close to ground non-threatening..." During
the training session, Janet and the children, watch
a video and finish up with the
dog providing a demonstration of stop drop and roll.
The children all love Gizzi!
During
the presentation on stage during the event the
audience would call out STOP! DROP! and ROLL!
and Gizzi would respond. |
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.
STOP!
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3686.
DROP! |
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3692.
And
ROLL!
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3703.
Ta
Da! Presenting Gizzi!
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4068.
Lorraine Pino, Manager of the Glendale Convention
and Visitors Buereu (CVB) tells us it is 'Now
time for the Pet Parade to the Visitor Center to spin the
prize wheel!'
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4265.
O'Malley
wears his shoes to protect his paws from the hot pavement.
Noelle Torrington and Amber Secrest are sitting in
the background.
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Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4257.
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Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4253.
Bella,
a French Bulldog, enjoys a dip in the "Cool
Pool" at Bears & More at 7146 N. 58th Drive in
Glendale. |
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet
Kathy
at Coffee & Tea Express 5835 W. Palmaire Ave. had sample people and pet
massages outside in the breezeway, but inside featured Nathan’s Hot Dogs on special with wonderful thirst quenching Ice Tea.
After a dinner treat it was off to Papa Ed's Ice Cream for
an ice cream treat for us humans and Frosty Paws
frozen Treats for our accompanying friends. Papa Ed's Ice
Cream passed out 165 free Frosty Paw frozen treats for
dogs in a 2 1/2 hour time frame.
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Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4249.
Breana
Blair passes out dog treats at the Adopt A Greyhound table
at the Saturday
event.
The "tall" dogs were relaxed and mellow
during the event. A
little treat was
very
much appreciated, however.
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4124.
Kurt
Oleson, Mary the 'one eyed diva' and Kim Henson of
the Sun Valley Animal Shelter Tell us they have lots of
wonderful cats and dogs up for adoption.
The shelter is also always seeing assistance with
funds and supplies. Please visit Sun Valley Animal Shelter 7150 N.110th Avenue (Map) Glendale,AZ 85307 (623) 872-7941 (623) 872-3664 fax Contact@sunvalleypets.org
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Pet
Food and Supply Drive to benefit Sun Valley Animal Shelter
The Sun Valley Animal Shelter needs the following items
listed below. Donations will also be accepted at the
Glendale Visitor Center until August 31st. Items
needed include: |
Science
Diet Dog, Cat, Puppy, & Kitten Food (Dry and Wet)
Alpo or Pedigree Canned Food (Ground, not chunky)
Friskies/9 Lives Canned Food
Dog Toys (Kongs, Rope Toys, Rubber Balls)
Dog Leashes
Collars
Bleach
Vinegar
Cat Nip
Cat Scratching Posts
Cat Toys
Large Cat Litter Pans
Cat Condos and Trees
Cat Litter (non-scoop able)
Puppy Housebreaking Pads
Fleece Beds (all sizes)
Scrubbing Sponges |
Dryer
Sheets
Liquid Hand Soap
Tissues
Humidifiers (Hot and Cold)
Metal Food Bowls
Cardboard Scratch Boxes
Industrial Mop Buckets
Water Hoses
Neosporin Ointment
General Office Supplies
Tools
Stamps
Step-ladder
Outside Benches for Sitting
Gently Used Loveseats/ Couches/Chairs |
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Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4261.
Valerie
Ryan gives a massage to one of the 2011 Dog Days of Summer
participants.
Valerie
Ryan is a Certified Pet Massage Practitioner, member of
the International Association of Animal Massage &
Bodywork.
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Ed Sharpe no. 4117.
Valerie
Ryan and lucky massage client,
If your dog would like a massage by Valerie, she
can be reached at 602.762.5456 or valryan@mac.com.
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3511.
Don Dodson and
his Flat Coated Retriever 'Stormy' |
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3551.
Don
Dodson and his Flat Coated Retriever 'Stormy'
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.3560 and 3561
Chi
Chi models her outfit made by her owner, Martha Douglas.
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Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no 4244
Cho
Cho, and Chi Chi arrive in style to the 2011 Dog Days with
their owner Martha Douglas.
They
are waiting in line at the Glendale Visitors Center. Cho Cho wears a handmade vest and Chi Chi wears a dress, with
pleats and buttons, to the event!
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Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4240.
Honey
sits while waiting to visit the Glendale Visitors Center.
She is with her owners Rita and Jim Anderson.
Honey and her companion were adopted as a pair from
Feedwell Rescue. Fortunately,
the dogs could stay together as a pair.
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.4135
Brooklyn
Stinnett enjoys Papa Ed's Ice-cream and her
companion enjoys Frosty Paws Iced Treat for Dogs
also from Papa Ed's!
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section of Topaz and the Crisis Response Team Courtesy
Glendale Dire Department
ABOUT
TOPAZ THE CRISIS RESPONSE DOG
The
year and a half old yellow lab has been through extensive
training and can actually sense when people are frightened
or grieving. Topaz is used as a tool for communication.
“He actually helps build a therapeutic bridge between
the customer and the crisis interventionist,” said
Lynette Jelinek, Glendale Fire Human Services Division
Manager. “He helps lighten the mood, and bring in a
calming effect to a situation that may seem out of
control,” Jelinek continued.
Glendale
Fire adopted the trained service dog from Paws with a
Cause, an organization that trains various service animals
for people with disabilities.
“The
mission statement of the Glendale Fire Department is -
Fast, Caring, Innovative, and Professional. The Crisis
Response team and Topaz fall in line with our overall
mission of serving the community,” said Mark Burdick,
Glendale Fire Chief.
Topaz
was dispatched to an Avondale scene this morning when a
school bus, transporting 40 children, was involved in an
auto accident. One child was transported to a valley
hospital to be checked out. Many students were shaken by
the event and were taken to school using a separate bus.
When the students arrived to Wigwam Creek Middle School in
Litchfield Park, they were greeted by the Glendale Fire
Crisis Response Team and Topaz. “Somehow the focus was
taken off of the incident itself and put on to this
dog,” said Cathy Butt, School Assistant Principle. “We
were all so thankful for Topaz and the Glendale Crisis
Response Team,” Ms. Butt continued. Click
here
to learn more about the Crisis Response Team.
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Five
Hot Tips for Summer Pet Care
Summertime
is fun time, but hot weather makes for some unique summer
pet care challenges. Although wild animals are well adapted
to the elements, companion animals can be just as
susceptible to extreme temperatures as their owners are.
What does that mean for your pet? When the temperatures get
extreme, pet safety should be top of mind. Here are five
ways to stay safe while enjoying summer activities with your
pet:
1.
Respect the heat.
Humans aren’t the only animals that can find a hot summer
day overwhelming. But unlike you, your pet has a limited
ability to deal with the heat. Dogs release heat through
their paw pads and by panting, while humans can sweat
through all of the skin on their body. Dehydration can be a
big problem for pets during the hot weather, too. According
to the ASPCA, animals with flat faces—like Pugs and
Persian cats—cannot pant as effectively, and are therefore
more susceptible to heat stroke. You should also keep an eye
on elderly or overweight pets or animals with heart and lung
disease. In the summer, make certain that Fido and Fluffy
always have access to plenty of fresh, cool water, and avoid
letting them run around outside during the hottest parts of
the day.
2.
Keep bugs away—safely.
Another summer pet safety issue is the presence of ticks and
other summer insects. Not only can bugs carry diseases, but
the ways people try to ward them off can also cause problems
for your outdoor pet’s health. Fertilizers and pesticides
may help keep a lawn looking great, but they can be very
dangerous for your pet. In the areas where your pets play,
it’s better to keep the grass cut short to reduce the
presence of ticks and other insects. Also keep an eye out
for fertilizer warnings on the edge of lawns when walking
your dog. Talk to your vet about the best ways to protect
your pet from fleas, ticks, and other insects that are more
prevalent during the summer months.
3.
Beware of anti-freeze.
In the summertime, anti-freeze can leak out of cars when
they overheat, leaving puddles on the ground that your dog
can easily lap up and swallow. The sweet taste of
anti-freeze is tempting to dogs and cats, but when this
toxic substance is ingested, it’s potentially lethal. Pay
attention to your neighbors’ cars and potential puddles on
your street, and make sure your pets stay clear of it.
4.
Find out if your pet needs sunscreen.
Some pets, particularly those with short fine hair and pink
skin, can also be susceptible to sunburn. Talk to your
veterinarian about which types of sunscreen are safest on
your pet’s skin, and follow up by routinely applying
sunscreen as part of your summer routine. Do not use
sunscreen or insect repellents that are not designed
specifically for use on animals. The ASPCA says ingesting
certain sunscreens can cause drooling, vomiting, diarrhea,
excessive thirst and lethargy in pets.
5.
Practice water safety.
As with other aspects of summer pet care, water safety is
all about thinking ahead. Although it's fun to bring your
pet to the beach or pool to stay cool together, always keep
a close eye on your pet when they’re in or near the water.
Even a strong swimmer could have trouble getting out of a
pool, or get trapped by ropes and other obstacles. For more
risky summer adventures with your dog, like boating, look
into a doggie life preserver. It could be an excellent
investment for his safety.
Summer
pet safety isn’t hard, it just requires some thought and
attention. Watch over your pet the way you would a small
child—protect them from too much heat, sun, and other
summer dangers—and everything should be just fine.
Here
are a few toxic substances to make sure Fido and Fluffy
steer clear of in the summer months:
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Pool
Chemicals
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Citronella
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DEET-containing
insect repellants
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Charcoal
lighter fluids
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Glow
jewelry
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Animal
toxins (insects, spiders, snakes)
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ASPCA |
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Join
the Crisis Response Team |
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Services
Provided by the
Crisis Response Team
The
Crisis Response Team is utilized 24- hours a day, 7- days
a week. Team members respond to a variety of calls
including:
Fire: After the fire is out and firefighters leave the
scene for the next emergency call, fire victims often feel
helpless. The Crisis Response Team provides
immediate guidance regarding where to go, what to do, and
what happens next during those first hours after the fire.
Domestic Violence: Safety is of utmost
importance since abusers may become more dangerous when
they feel they are losing control. The Crisis
Response Team provides support to the victim,
resources regarding a safe place to stay, and helps
create a safety plan that will work in various situations.
Death: Whether a death is anticipated, or it
comes unexpectedly, the event of death is always
sudden. Reactions to death may cover a wide and
confusing range of emotions. The Crisis Response Team
provides support and resources to family
members and friends during these difficult times.
Community Care: The Crisis Response Team members are
frequently called upon to relieve
firefighters from a non-medical distress call. The
firefighters are able to go back into service and respond
to the next critical call, while the Crisis Response Team
members provide support to the customer.
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How
to Become Involved
The
Crisis Response Team is made up of dedicated volunteers
trained in responding to traumatic incidents.
Requirements:
• Arizona driver’s license.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must be able to volunteer 24+ hours per month.
• Must have high-school diploma or GED.
Application Process:
• Complete an application by going to:
www.glendaleaz.com/crisisresponse
or call (623) 930-4400.
• Complete and pass a scheduled interview.
• Complete a background & fingerprint check.
• Complete 100 hours of crisis intervention
training.
Training May include:
• Crisis Intervention
• CPR
• CCC
• EVADE (driver training)
• Monthly Crisis Intervention Meetings
• Continued Education Classes
The
Role of the Crisis Team Member (CTM)
• Provide immediate crisis intervention.
• Provide support, information and referrals to
customers in a crisis, or during a traumatic event.
• Bridge the communication between customers,
fire and police departments.
• Work in partnership with the Emergency Medical
Technician (EMT).
• Maintain professional, accurate records of all
incidents
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The
Role of the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
•
Maintain EMT certification.
• Provide basic EMT assistance.
• Operate Crisis Response vehicle.
• Work as partner with Crisis Team Member (CTM).
• Maintain equipment and supplies in a ready state.
The Role of the Crisis Team Member (CTM)
The Role of the Intern
The Crisis Response Team offers undergraduate,
graduate and post-graduate supervision for:
• Clinical & Group Experience
• Crisis Intervention Techniques
• Work in partnership with Fire Fighters, Hospital
Personnel, Emergency Room Staff, Law Enforcement
Officers, and other Community Agencies.
• Assault
• Death
• Drowning
• Homicide
• Pediatric Fatality
• Working Fire
• Domestic Violence
• Sexual Assault
• Mental Health Issues
• Child/Elder Abuse/Neglect
• Evacuation
• Barricades
• Bomb Threats
Participating Universities
• Arizona State University (Downtown Phoenix)
• Grand Canyon University
• Midwestern University
• Northern Arizona University
Exceptional
Volunteers Needed:
The
Glendale Fire Department’s Crisis Response
Team is made up of dedicated volunteers that provide
support 24- hours a day, 7- days a week. Trained
team members respond to calls to assist family,
victims, and witnesses during their time of need.
Firefighters and police officers are relieved by Crisis
Response Team members so that they may return to
service, knowing the customers needs are met.
The Crisis Response Team deploys a two-member
team that has been trained to respond to a variety of
emergencies and traumatic situations. One team
member serves as the Emergency Medical Technician
(EMT) while the other team member serves as the
Crisis Response Team (CTM). Crisis Response Team
members are compassionate about what they do and
find the volunteer position a rewarding way to make a
difference in the community.
The Glendale Fire Department is seeking quality
volunteers to become Crisis Response Team members.
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Crisis
Response Internship Information
Complete
Your Practicum or Internship with the Glendale Fire
Department Crisis Response Program
We
know that you have many diverse practicum and internship
programs to choose from. The GFD CR Program offers you
graduate-level for:
- Clinical
and group experience
- Crisis
intervention tactics
- Work
alongside firefighters, hospital emergency room staff,
law enforcement officers, ministers and other
community agencies
The
CR Program is not all about trauma. You will assist and
support individuals in the community that may need a ride
home after a mishap or help a homeless family find food
and shelter somewhere in the Valley. You may offer a
blanket or a stuffed animal to a little one after they
just lost their home to a fire or suffered trauma after a
car accident. Basically, you provide the very best
customer service possible to those in need at any hour of
the day or night.
You
will be working out of Glendale Fire Station #158. You
will be dispatched to the types of calls listed here:
- Assault
- Death
- Drowning
- Homicide
- Pediatric
Fatality
- Suicide
Traffic Fatality Working Fire
- Domestic
Violence
- Sexual
Assault
- Mental
Health Issues
- Child/Elder
Abuse/Neglect
- Evacuation,
Barricades, Bomb Threats
The
experience is unending. Nowhere will you find a more
well-rounded practicum or internship program. Please
contact us or explore our Web site for more information.
Sara
E. Steffen, MSW
B Shift Coordinator, Intern Supervisor
Glendale Fire Department
623-330-1264
*Interns
requiring a minimum of 16 hours of one-on-one contact with
clients will need 24 hours on the CR Unit each week to
meet that requirement.
ASU
social work students will do 24 hours a week. No
exceptions.
Training
and Application Process:
- Click
here
for more detailed information on training and the
application process.
NOTE:
The next round of internship interviews will be happening
in April. Please check back for more information as the
date gets closer.
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How
to Volunteer
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 Qualifications:
- Must
Be 21 Years of Age
- Must
Have High School Diploma/GED
- Valid
Arizona Drivers License
- Pass
Standard Fire
- Department
Required Drug Test and Background Check
- Complete
An Application
- Successfully
Pass Interview Process
- Those
With EMT Certification Encouraged And Welcomed
- Bi-Lingual
Skills Always Beneficial, but Not Required
- People
Skills Helpful
Commitment:
- Monthly
Participation In Shifts and One Meeting
- 100
Hours of Skills Training / Evening Classes
- Join
A Unique Group Of Volunteers
Selection
Process:
- After
the application is reviewed, you will be
scheduled for an oral interview.
- Orientation
Ride on the Crisis Response Van
Interviews:
- Interviews
are on going and conducted as needed
Applications:
- Click
here
to
download a PDF of our application.
- Click
here
to
download a Word Doc of our application.
You can fill it out and return it to:
City
of Glendale
Fire Department
Crisis Response Program
5800 W. Glenn Dr, Suite 350
Glendale, AZ 85301
If
you have any questions please send us an
email or give us a call. We will respond to
your questions as soon as possible. Contact
Information
- Click
here
to fill out our volunteer interest form
online.
- Interested
in interning? Click
here
for an internship brochure (pdf).
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How
do I enroll in a CPR (Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation) class?
- City
of Glendale Fire Department
CPR classes are offered at no cost to City of
Glendale residents. For registration and
additional information, call (623) 930-3474.
The classes are held twice a month. Click
here
for
more information.
- City
of Peoria Fire Department
Click
here
for
information on CPR classes offered through the
Peoria Fire Department.
- City
of Surprise Fire Department
The fire department teaches non-certification
CPR classes the third Saturday of each month,
and there is no charge to attend the class.
Healthcare provider CPR is taught at a cost of
$25 per person. For information about
scheduling a CPR class, call 623-815-5407. Click
here
for
information on CPR classes offered through the
Surprise Fire Department.
- Your
local Community College will have CPR classes
offered as well. Click
here
to go to the county college Web site for more
information about these classes.
1) At this website you can find the nearest
community college's Web site.
2) Look in the course schedule.
3) CPR classes will be under the Emergency
Medical Technology section of most Web sites.
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Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4196.
West
Deputy Chief Eillo Pompa and rescue dog Topaz attended the second
annual Dog Days of Summer event in downtown Glendale.
Topaz is the first crisis response dog to work with a fire
department!
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3571.
West
Deputy Chief Eillo Pompa and rescue dog Topaz attended the second
annual Dog Days of Summer event in downtown Glendale.
Topaz is the first crisis response dog to work with a fire
department! Glendale Fire
Department Crisis Response Team Members Dennis and Qwen Pooler are
in the background.
Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4216.
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3848.
Linda
Whitely, Pap's Ed's Ice Cream,
7146 N. 58th Avenue, Glendale, presented her donation to the
Glendale Fire Department Crisis Response Team for the amount of
$430.00.
The
Crisis Response Team is a group of dedicated volunteers who are
trained by the Glendale Fire Department.
Team members offer compassion and act professionally to
help those in a time of need.
Some of the CR team have training in behavioral health and
emergency medicine among their credits.
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Lorraine
Pino Glendale CVB Director - Our EMCEE!
 Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3934.
Karla Houston
introduces members of Glendale Fire Department Crisis Response
Team that she leads..
If
you would like to volunteer, more information can be found at
their web site,
http://www.glendaleaz.com/CrisisResponse/VolunteerInterestForm.cfm.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4198.
The
temperature was in the three digits, the cement was hot bout the
water was cold and refreshing.
Susan Herbert (holding the water bottle) giving Jagger a
drink of water. Snowball is a Standard Schnauzer.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4202.
Jagger
gets a refreshing drink of water from his owner, Susan Herbert.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4221.
Linda
Whitley, Papa Ed's Ice Scream, presented the City of Glendale
Karla Houston and Chuck Wojo of the Glendale Fire Department
Crisis Response Team a check for $430.00.
Linda donated the money collected from her tip jar from
January to July of this year.
She will continue to collect "tips" or donations
until the end of the year.
Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4235.
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.3991
Chief
Pompa reminded everyone that the "Fido Bag" is carried
by Glendale Firefighters on their fire trucks.
The emergency bag includes medical supplies and the special
mask that will
help
dogs and cats injured in fires or due to smoke inhalation to
breathe; increasing the animals chance of survival.
Remember to keep an eye on your pets during the summer.
Animals, like people, forget to drink enough water or to
seek shelter or shade to get out of direct sun.
Pet owners should check the sidewalk or sitting surfaces.
If it is hot for a human to sit on or walk on, then it is
too hot for the dog or cat to sit or walk on.
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.
STOP!
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3686.
DROP!
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3692.
And
ROLL!
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3707.
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3703.
Ta Da! Presenting
Gizzi!
Dr. Janet A. Boberg Public Education Coordinator Glendale Fire Department
used her dog Gizzi to demonstrate Stop, Drop & Roll
fire safety. Gizzi has been with Jenet Boberg for 10
years and was obtained from a breeder in Flagstaff. Gizzi
excels in preschool training, Boberg states "She
is close to ground non-threatening..." During
the training session, Janet and the children, watch
a video and finish up with the dog providing a
demonstration of stop drop and roll. The children all love Gizzi!
During
the presentation on stage during the event the audience
would call out STOP! DROP! and ROLL! and Gizzi would
respond.
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Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4068.
Lorraine Pino, Manager of the Glendale Convention and
Visitors Buereu (CVB) tells us it is 'Now time for the
Pet Parade to the Visitor Center to spin the prize wheel!'
 Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4265.
O'Malley
wears his shoes to protect his paws from the hot pavement.
Noelle Torrington and Amber Secrest are sitting in the
background.
Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4257.
 Bette
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4253.
Bella,
French Bulldog, enjoys a dip in the "Cool Pool" at Bears
& More at 7146 N. 58th Drive in Glendale.
Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4249.
Breana
Blair passes out dog treats at the Adopt A Greyhound table at the
Saturday
event.
The "tall" dogs were relaxed and mellow during
the event. A little
treat was
very
much appreciated, however.
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4124.
Kurt
Oleson, Mary the 'one eyed diva' and Kim Henson of the Sun
Valley Animal Shelter Tell us they have lots of wonderful cats and
dogs up for adoption.
The shelter is also always seeing assistance with funds and
supplies. Please visit Sun Valley Animal Shelter 7150 N.110th Avenue (Map) Glendale,AZ 85307 (623) 872-7941 (623) 872-3664 fax Contact@sunvalleypets.org
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Pet
Food and Supply Drive to benefit Sun Valley Animal Shelter
The Sun Valley Animal Shelter needs the following items
listed below. Donations will also be accepted at the
Glendale Visitor Center until August 31st. Items
needed include: |
Science
Diet Dog, Cat, Puppy, & Kitten Food (Dry and Wet)
Alpo or Pedigree Canned Food (Ground, not chunky)
Friskies/9 Lives Canned Food
Dog Toys (Kongs, Rope Toys, Rubber Balls)
Dog Leashes
Collars
Bleach
Vinegar
Cat Nip
Cat Scratching Posts
Cat Toys
Large Cat Litter Pans
Cat Condos and Trees
Cat Litter (non-scoop able)
Puppy Housebreaking Pads
Fleece Beds (all sizes)
Scrubbing Sponges |
Dryer
Sheets
Liquid Hand Soap
Tissues
Humidifiers (Hot and Cold)
Metal Food Bowls
Cardboard Scratch Boxes
Industrial Mop Buckets
Water Hoses
Neosporin Ointment
General Office Supplies
Tools
Stamps
Step-ladder
Outside Benches for Sitting
Gently Used Loveseats/ Couches/Chairs |
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Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4261.
Valerie
Ryan gives a massage to one of the 2011 Dog Days of Summer
participants.
Valerie
Ryan is a Certified Pet Massage Practitioner, member of the
International Association of Animal Massage & Bodywork.
Ed Sharpe no. 4117.
Valerie
Ryan and lucky massage client,
If your dog would like a massage by Valerie, she can be
reached at 602.762.5456 or valryan@mac.com.
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3511.
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3551.
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.3560 and 3561
Chi
Chi models her outfit made by her owner, Martha Douglas.
Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no 4244
Cho
Cho, and Chi Chi arrive in style to the 2011 Dog Days with their
owner Martha Douglas.
They
are waiting in line at the Glendale Visitors Center. Cho Cho wears a handmade vest and Chi Chi wears a dress, with
pleats and buttons, to the event!
Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4240.
Honey
sits while waiting to visit the Glendale Visitors Center.
She is with her owners Rita and Jim Anderson.
Honey and her companion were adopted as a pair from
Feedwell Rescue. Fortunately,
the dogs could stay together as a pair.
Ed
Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.4135
Brooklyn
Stinnett enjoys Papa Ed's Ice-cream and her companion enjoys
Frosty Paws Iced Treat for Dogs also from Papa Ed's!
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