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56 FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | NOVEMBER 2016 Four Seasons D.O.G.: Keeping Our Pet Residents Safe Coyote sightings might be up a bit. It's unlikely that these canids will trouble humans, but there is a possibility they can affect pets. While the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) notes coyotes hunt small mammals such as mice and rabbits, they also target cats or small dogs. HSUS recommends letting pets outside only when accompanied and to keep food and water inside. Don't trust your fencing to keep these agile predators out. They can breach fences and actually stalk prey while walking block walls. While walking dogs, consider carrying a walking stick. Never allow your dog to walk off-lead. Doing so could be setting your dog up for a life-threatening encounter. If you spot a coyote while walking, stand tall and assertively. Maintain eye contact and do not turn your back on the coyote. Yell, make large body motions, or chuck rocks or other small objects in the coyote's direction. For more information on Four Seasons D.O.G., please contact fsb. dogowners@gmail.com. ~ Martha Baumgarten D.O.G. Sophie Photo by Elaine Hollman www.reflectionsbyelaine.com New! Four Seasons D.O.G. "Pup of the Month" Meet Sophie, the "little black dog" so many kind residents searched and prayed for during three long, hot days and dark, scary nights in August. Sophie has a message for everyone who walked, drove around, and knocked on doors, circulated flyers and more, she wants you to know, "I'm so grateful YOU DIDN'T GIVE UP!" Special thanks to: Ms. Faith Easdale and her volunteer crew who finally lured Sophie to safety; to Ms. Lynne who took her in and cleaned off all the prickly burrs; and to Ms. Elaine who bathed and groomed her and gave her more love in just a few days than she's EVER known. The good people at Save A Small Dog Rescue had Sophie microchipped, spayed and updated with vaccines. She now knows she's loved by many, but especially by her new mom, Jan Rhodus. Sophie is SO happy to be safe in a loving Four Seasons home where she can go on walks and meet all who have made it possible for her to have a wonderful life with no more stress — just lots and lots of love!