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May, 2015 – 8 Easy Steps to Housetrain Your Dog

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May, 2015 – 8 Easy Steps to Housetrain Your Dog

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8 Easy Steps to Housetrain Your Dog

By Mark Planco of Planco Veterinary Care

You can easily teach your dogs to eliminate in an acceptable location by keeping a close eye, recognizing their signals, understanding their instincts, and rewarding their appropriate behavior.

1. Prevent undesirable elimination by supervising your dog when not confined and keeping them in a crate when unable to observe closely. Crate training is the best way to keep your puppy safe and allow them to develop so they can control their elimination. Puppies should be in their crate when you leave the house, when you’re asleep and when can’t be observed constantly.

2. When puppies are young (8-10 weeks) they should be taken out regularly. Until they understand your schedule and learn the routine you should take them out every time they wake up, eat or drink. As the puppy gains control you can start to wait and when your dog sniffs the ground or circles around, take them out. EVERY time you take a puppy out to eliminate it is important to do it the same way. Have a specific routine that everyone in the family does. Put the leash on, go out the same door, and use the same verbal cues. This routine and as the dog ages and can control his elimination is the key to success.

3. Feed your dog on a schedule. Don’t leave food out or the puppy won’t develop a set pattern. Feed three times daily until approximately four months, then twice daily. If they don’t finish their food in 10-15 minutes, pick it up until next feeding time.

4. Use a specific verbal cue that you want your dog to associate with desirable elimination, such as “Find your spot”, “Go potty” or “Do your business.” or any cue your family decides as long as everyone uses it and is consistent.

5. When your dog begins to eliminate, use quiet praise. You don’t want to distract them from finishing but want them to realize they’re being good. When your dog is done, praise him enthusiastically (don’t worry what the neighbor’s think), pet them, and reward them with food immediately. Don’t wait until you’re back inside, the praise and treat must be immediate.

6. If they do not eliminate, take them inside and supervise closely or return to their confinement area and take them back out in approximately 15 minutes.

7. Reward each time with praise, especially when they tell you they need to go “find their spot”. Most dogs will pick a part of that specific schedule to alert you they want to go out and be a good dog. Good dogs get praised, pet and usually a treat.

8. Remember, it is your responsibility to prevent accidents. If the puppy eliminates in the house, don’t scold the dog, clean up and deodorize the soiled area. Preventing accidents requires that you become aware of how often your puppy needs to eliminate.

Following these steps doesn’t mean every puppy will have no accidents but by using these guidelines will help train your puppy quickly and happily.

Dr. Mark Planco’s compassion for animals has been a lifelong labor of love. He earned both his undergraduate and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees at the University of Florida. Dr. Planco has treated small and large animals since 1991, and has been in Palm Beach County since 1994. Dr. Planco is a member of the Palm Beach Veterinary Society, American Veterinary Medical Association and the Florida Veterinary Medical Association.  Visit PlancoVetCare.com for further information or call 561-795-9507.

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Disclaimer: This column is not intended to provide information on which you should use to diagnose or treat a medical condition or delay seeking medical attention. This column is of no value with respect to any medical condition that needs prompt attention. If you have a question that needs an immediate answer, you should call your own veterinarian or emergency animal hospital, especially if you are confronting a medical emergency!

Furthermore, we urge you to always seek the advice of your own veterinarian, and you should not disregard, discount, or delay seeking the advice of your veterinarian because of any response posted in this column.

May, 2015 – Birth and Death

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May, 2015 – Birth and Death

Birth and Death

by Algernon Charles Swinburne

Birth and death, twin-sister and twin-brother,Swinburne
Night and day, on all things that draw breath,
Reign, while time keeps friends with one another
Birth and death.

Each brow-bound with flowers diverse of wreath,
Heaven they hail as father, earth as mother,
Faithful found above them and beneath.

Smiles may lighten tears, and tears may smother
Smiles, for all that joy or sorrow saith:
Joy nor sorrow knows not from each other
Birth and death.

 

 

May, 2015 – To My Seniors

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May, 2015 – To My Seniors

Teen TalkGabi Harris

 

To my Seniors

 

By Gabi Harris   

 

This is the happiest time of year. As a senior in high school, I can say these last few months have been the most difficult. Not because of course work or anything like that, but solely because of how close I am to graduating from high school. School days consist of people counting down the days and people trying to support their head weight up in fear of collapsing and passing out in class from pure exhaustion. This year has been one for the books, and I can say that my senior year in high school was probably the best year of my life. I did many activities I never thought I’d participate in and met amazing people along the way of my journey. As school comes to an end and graduation draws closer and closer, I find myself getting more stressed with having to figure out plans for graduation and the whole fiesta.

 

With graduation, there’s not much stress besides making sure your family members all have a ticket to see you successfully walk (and hopefully not fall) down the stage in front of 3,000 people. Also attire is a big one and it’s important to make sure you look your best before you see all of your classmates for the last time (until your high school reunions in 2023!). My opinion on graduation is to keep it simple and keep it comfortable! You’re going to be at your venue for a while and if stilettos aren’t your go-to shoe, I wouldn’t choose this day to learn how to use them! (If you like stilettos, then that’s absolutely up to you)! A simple outfit and shoe can go a long way and probably will be a lot less painful. As usual I purchased my graduation outfit much earlier than I needed to, but it’s always great to be extremely detail-oriented and ahead of time with just about everything.

 

Yearbooks, end of the year activities galore! Don’t miss out on these activities – I promise you will not regret them! Spending these last couple of weeks with your senior class will always be remembered, as corny as that sounds. Participate in more activities, go to the last games at your high school, get your yearbook signed by a teacher you had and tell her how awesome she was! You’ll never get the time back that you had in high school and you don’t want to regret wasting your last couple of weeks. My school has multiple senior activities to bring our class closer before we all part separate ways across the world! If your school doesn’t have activities planned, suggest some or just gather some people up and make your own senior activities! It can be bowling, mini-golfing, go-cart racing, or going to a theme park. Honestly just pick whatever it is that can be a great time to be spent with your friends.

 

Leaving high school is definitely bittersweet. Cherish the special moments that you spent in high school with your friends and possibly even your teachers! So Congratulations Class of 2015! You did it! Through the nights of no sleep to pass the test the next day to the heartaches of high school in general, you did it!

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Gabrielle Harris is a senior at Wellington High School. She is involved in the Quidditch team, Key Club, and is the social media and news editor for the WHS Wave school newspaper. She hopes to study mass communications in college and aspires to someday tell her travel stories to the world. 

 

May, 2015 – Strategies for Healthy Eating

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May, 2015 – Strategies for Healthy Eating

Health & FitnessSherri Mraz

 

Strategies for Healthy Eating and Cooking on a Budget

 

By Sherri Mraz

 

  1. Buy in bulk whenever possible. A large bag of brown rice or dried beans will make many more meals and be more economical than buying canned beans or a small bag of rice.
  2. Cook once, Eat two or three times. For example, when I cook homemade oatmeal I will make enough for 3 breakfasts for each member of my family. I’ll add dried fruit like raisins or cranberries and spices like cinnamon or cardamom. When the oatmeal is cooked, I add ground flaxseed (for the omega-3 fatty acids and to keep bowels regular) and chopped almonds or walnuts (for protein). Then, on a busy work or school morning, I scoop out a portion, add some water, milk or milk substitute and heat it in a saucepan.  Breakfast on the go!
  3. Eat from all colors of the rainbow. At every meal, look at your plate. Are the foods on your plate colorful? Remember, every pigment in a fruit or vegetable represents a different benefit to your health. Greens improve circulation, purify the blood and strengthen the immune system. White foods such as garlic, onions and fennel are anti-viral and anti-bacterial.
  4. Eat more real food, fruits, vegetables, beans and whole grains. If you currently eat a lot of processed food, (food out of boxes, fast food, etc.), go on a processed food holiday. For one week, give up your usual fare and eat only real food. See what this does to your energy level!
  5. Cook more, Eat less restaurant food. It goes without saying that if you are on a budget, eating out is going to drain your food dollars faster than eating fresh, simple meals prepared at home. But if you are not used to cooking, don’t panic. If you currently do not cook any meals at home, then set a goal for yourself to prepare 2 meals at home a week. When you can do that with ease, then move to 3 meals a week. And remember…….
  6. Practice cooking. As with any skill you are trying to master, the more you practice the better you will get at it. If you burn the rice, so what? Next time it will be better.

 

Sherri Mraz also known as the Cookin’ Yogi and author of, The Cookin’ Yogi’s, More Energy, Less Waist runs corporate wellness programs and works with clients privately to improve their health. Sherri helps clients to avoid Fad Diets and information overload by creating personalized step by step meal and lifestyle plans. Her approach infuses mind, body and spirit. Sherri teaches healthy cooking classes, yoga and is a public speaker. Sherri has trained at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in NYC and is certified through Teachers College Columbia University and by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP) and partners with  Hippocrates Health Institute.  Please contact her at Sherri@CookinYogi.com or visit her website at www.CookinYogi.com

May, 2015 – Student Artists Invited

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Student Artists Invited to Enter Artwork for New Display in Wellington

 

There is a new opportunity for young Wellington artists to see their creations on public display. The Village is teaming up with the Wellington Art Society for the “Student Art Program,” which puts youth artwork on display at the Village Park Gymnasium.

 

Elementary school students who either live in Wellington or attend a Wellington school are invited to deliver their original works of art to Village Park (11700 Pierson Road) on Wednesday, May 13th, between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. The exhibit will open the following Monday, May 18th. The artwork will be on display during a four-month rotation, ending in September 2015. Please make sure the artwork is framed.

 

Information and entry forms with program dates and guidelines are available from Community Programs Manager, Michelle Garvey (561) 791-4082.

 

For information about other Wellington programs, events, activities, and updates, please visit www.wellingtonfl.gov or watch Channel 18 for the latest happenings.

May, 2015 – SoleFest Sneaker Convention

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SoleFest sneaker convention Saturday, May 2, 2015

at the Palm Beach County Convention Center

WHAT:            Calling all sneaker enthusiasts!  SoleFest West Palm Beach returns to the Palm Beach County Convention Center Saturday, May 2nd from 12pm-5pm.  Join hundreds of sneaker enthusiasts and become a part of this fast growing sneaker community.  Now is your opportunity to buy, sell, and trade one-of-a-kind sneakers all under one roof.  SoleFest will feature unique giveaways, accessories, cash prizes and more!

 

WHERE:            Palm Beach County Convention Center

650 Okeechobee Blvd.

West Palm Beach, FL 33401

 

WHEN:             Saturday, May 2, 2015

Hours are 12pm-5pm

 

HOW:              Purchase TICKETS:  http://solefest.com/tickets/

 

For additional event information contact Mike Irene:  info@solefest.com or visit www.solefest.com

May, 2015 – March Against Monsanto in Wellington, FL

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May, 2015 – March Against Monsanto in Wellington, FL

May, 2015 – 1st Annual March Against Monsanto in Wellington, FL

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May, 2015 – 9th Annual Clinical Conference on Cannabis

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9th Annual Clinical Conference on Cannabis Therapeutics

“The Ninth Clinical Conference on Cannabis Therapeutics will be held May 21- 23, 2015 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center. This conference brings together world renowned clinicians and researchers to give seminars to healthcare professionals from all over the country on how to continue improving the use of cannabis as a powerful medicine.

We know we can skip the explanation on how cannabis should be used to treat a myriad of conditions. The Florida Cannabis Action Network is coordinating this conference and the more successful it is, the more patients we can help. It’s that simple.”

http://patientsoutoftime.org/

April, 2015 – Kravis Center’s Supporters Gather Together

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KRAVIS CENTER’S MAJOR SUPPORTERS GATHER TO CELEBRATE SEASON’S MILESTONES

 

Approximately 250 guests toast cultural and economic achievements at dinner in their honor

 

(WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.)  Approximately 250 of the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts’ major donors recently attended a special evening in honor of the Center’s Founders and Grand Benefactors, Benefactors, Grand Sponsors, Sponsors and Patron members of the Dress Circle.
The evening began with a cocktail reception in the Harris Pre-Function Hall, followed by dinner in the Cohen Pavilion’s Gimelstob Ballroom, prepared by Catering by the Breakers at the Kravis Center.  The room was beautifully decorated in vibrant spring hues – pops of pink and yellow were seen throughout. While enjoying dinner, guests heard more about the Center’s financial health and local impact from CEO Judith Mitchell and Board Chair Jane Mitchell.
“Many of you have supported us from the beginning,” said Judith Mitchell.  “The outstanding financial commitment Dress Circle members make represents 64% of our annual fund raising goal of $5.1 million. This is quite an investment you make in the Center and I am happy to report tonight on the health of your investment.  From the date of our last dinner in your honor, just one year ago, 19 new donors have made multi-year commitments at the $100,000 level to join the Kravis Center as Founder members.  Several of our new Founder members are with us tonight: Dr. Nettie Birnbach, Michael McCafferty and Joseph Horton and Jennifer Myerberg.
“In addition, I am pleased to report great strides in our building a Permanently Restricted Endowment Fund.  Tonight I have the distinct pleasure of publicly acknowledging the receipt of an $800,000 gift to the Fund from Leonard and Norma Klorfine and the Leonard and Norma Klorfine Foundation.”  Leonard and Norma Klorfine are Founder members and their generous donations to the Kravis Center now total in excess of $1 million. Their Foundation’s mission is to “empower nonprofits to continue to achieve tangible results that benefit their communities.”
Jane Mitchell then addressed guests to thank them for their continued support of the Center, sharing its economic impact on the local economy.  “Over the past 23 years, the Kravis Center has become big business. Our operating budget is nearly $24 million and we have a consistent and significant impact on our local economy by generating revenue for hotels, restaurants and retail outlets from both tourists and performers.  For example, last season’s Radio City Christmas Spectacular by the Rockettes required more than 1,200 room nights for its ten day run.”
Ms. Mitchell continued by thanking Board members in attendance, including Secretary Stephen Brown, Dr. Barbara Golden, John Jenkins, John Kessler, Ted Mandes, Treasurer and immediate past Chair Bill Meyer, Monika Preston, Vice Chair Laurie Silvers, Richard Sloane, Kathryn Vecellio and Lee Wolf; as well as Life Trustees George Elmore, Judy Goodman and George Michel, Jr.  In addition, she expressed her sincere gratitude to Northern Trust for its generous sponsorship of the evening’s dinner, for the 19th consecutive year; and Alec and Sheila Engelstein and Zelda and Allen Mason, both long-time Founder members, for their sponsorship of the evening’s performance by Audra McDonald.
To be able to fulfill its mission, the Kravis Center depends on the support of its generous donors. Among the many privileges of being a donor is the opportunity to purchase tickets to all Kravis Center-presented events before they go on sale to the general public. This policy also applies to the Kravis Center’s exciting Kravis On Broadway season.  Membership benefits vary depending on the level of support.  Donors ensure that the Center will continue to present world-class artists and comprehensive education programs for the entire community.
Centrally located in West Palm Beach, the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is one of the premier performing arts centers in the Southeast with a renowned national and international reputation. Established as a leading force in the social fabric of the community, its many outreach programs are as broad and varied as the community itself. To date, the Center has opened the door to the performing arts for approximately 2 million schoolchildren.
For information about Kravis Center membership, please visit kravis.org/membership or call the Development Department at 561-651-4320.

May, 2015 – CGMS Gallery Celebrates with Butterflies

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May, 2015 – CGMS Gallery Celebrates with Butterflies

Clay Glass Metal Stone Gallery Celebrates their Anniversary and You are Invited! Friday May 1st!

Our 6th Year has been our most exciting yet!  

Not only is the Clay Glass Metal Stone Gallery thriving, and we now have a new, 3-D studio , on F Street. It is filling up with artists . We have many tour groups coming through for visits and demonstrations, and we have a series of two day workshops for those who want to meet our artists, get a small taste of working in clay and fused glass. As is our tradition, each year on our anniversary, Butterflies are Free. 

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