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Vol. 12, No. 24 – Aug 28 – Sept 10, 2019 – Mailbox

Breeze:

Eight new people found us (Ventura Parkinson’s Disease Support Group) because of you and that beautiful spot you had us on page 11 in the July-Aug edition of the fabulous Ventura Breeze, and we had over 60 attend!! You knocked it out of the park for us – thank you so much again!

Patty Jenkins

Hi Sheldon,

Wonder if anyone else has noticed the following situation?  Perhaps you could bring it to the attention of the appropriate department.

The traffic signal at the intersection of Kimball Road and Blackburn Road causes some confusion.

If you are exiting from the westbound 126, the freeway offramp brings you to this intersection.  For motorists wishing to make a left turn from the westbound 126 offramp onto Kimball Road, when the signal turn green, it is a solid green light (which would normally mean they must yield to oncoming traffic).   There is no indication that the oncoming traffic from Blackburn Road has a red light, so drivers who are unfamiliar with the signal pattern may be hesitant to make the left turn onto northbound Kimball Road.  If there was a green left-turn arrow to indicate that this is a protected left turn (in addition to the solid green light) it would help eliminate uncertainty and improve traffic flow.

CW Ventura

Mayor:

You claim to be looking out for all of Ventura. However, you do not care for the seniors in your area. As a senior in a 55 and older park, I see us getting the shaft on a daily basis from park owners. Do you know some?

You claimed to want to help during your election for mayor-now you are there, you do not want anything to do with us. City Council and rent review board turn us down at every corner.

There seems to be a bias against seniors. We vote and pay taxes like most everyone else. Can you say you care about seniors? It is very obvious you do not care for the elderly. Now you want a promotion to Supervisor?

Ralph Trigo Ventura

Ralph: As usual we try to receive a response from the city regarding letters. This is from the Mayor.

Mr. Trigo,

I am sorry you feel like I don’t care about you and Ventura’s seniors. I think it’s important you know about all of the important steps myself and my colleagues on the Ventura City Council have taken to support seniors.

I personally have spent more than 30 hours meeting with leaders from the various park resident councils, and based on the feedback I received, my city council colleagues and I voted to strengthen our rent control ordinance by adding new disclosures that require Park owners to better inform potential tenants about their rent control rights.

We have also strengthened our rent control oversight board, which now has more frequent meetings than ever before. And lastly, we just invested over $225,000 to develop a senior strategic plan, which the city council hopes to utilize in order to provide the best possible resources to our City’s seniors. To me, it is imperative we support our city’s seniors.

— Mayor Matt LaVere

Every action done in company ought to be with some sign of respect to those that are present.
~ George Washington

Delta Restoration Services Chamber ribbon cutting

Delta Restoration Services of Ventura & Santa Barbara offers a 24/7 two hours rapid response for your immediate water, fire, sudden freeze or wind caused damages. Recently they held a Ventura Chamber ribbon cutting at their new location.

4532 Telephone Rd., Suite #104, Ventura, (805) 209-0204

Photo by Michael Gordon

Missy’s Cupcake Creations

Missy’s Cupcake Creations wrapped up its move to Ventura with an official ribbon-cutting.

Located at 2950 Johnson Drive, Suite 119.

The cupcake case features more than a dozen flavors daily, sold in miniature and regular sizes ($1.65 and $3). Gluten-free options are available.

Hours are from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily 805-382-4852.

Photo by Michael Gordon

CAPS Media Center internship opportunities

“I’m a radio star.”

Meet Alexander Blomquist, the newest enthusiastic student intern at the CAPS Media Center. 12 year old Alexander is helping out CAPS Media staff and local DJs in the radio station while learning the ins and outs of media production. Alexander is mastering the studio while producing his own series Cultural Capture. He has produced several episodes about Italian culture including growing up in Italy and all about Italian food.

For the new school year, CAPS Radio is partnering with Ventura College to develop a CAPS Radio-Podcasting Internship program for college students. The KPPQ-LP internship program provides the opportunity for students to learn the inner workings of a community radio station and the “how to’s” of radio show-podcast creation. The program offers real world skills and experience that can support careers in journalism, business communication, research and more.

Limited to six students, the CAPS Media/Ventura College Radio internship program is offered for a minimum of five hours per week for twelve weeks with up to 2 credits earned. Classes will take place at the CAPS Media Center which is located at 65 Day Road on the east side of Ventura College, directly across the street from Foothill High School. Hands-on learning will take place in the CAPS Radio KPPQ studio and in the field. The students’ radio podcasts will be broadcast on KPPQ, 104.1fm, streamed on MyTuner, and streamed on capsmedia.org/radio. For more information contact Elizabeth Rodeno at [email protected].

Recently the entire community mourned the passing of Neal Andrews, one of the most respected leaders in Ventura. As part of Neal’s years of dedicated service, he was the host of a series of interview programs recorded at the CAPS Media Center and aired on channel 6 titled, “Conversations with Neal Andrews.” Over the years Neal shared his insight, sense of humor and tremendous intelligence while interviewing hundreds of fascinating individuals, community and business leaders, artists, and advocates for countless worthy endeavors in Ventura County. Everyone at the CAPS Media Center, all of the viewers who watched the program, and the community itself owe a debt of gratitude to Neal for enriching our lives.

Nearly every week CAPS crews record, broadcast and stream Ventura City council meetings and other select city community meetings on Channel 15 and on capsmedia.org/live-streams. The CAPS Media team also covers local community council meetings throughout the City and replays the meetings on CAPS Media Channel 6 while streaming them on capsmedia.org. Go to the schedule tab on the CAPSMedia.org website for dates and times.

CAPS Media is Ventura’s Community Access resource. Our mission is to to create an engaged and informed community through participation in electronic media. Everyone in the community is invited and encouraged to visit the CAPS Media Center to tour the video studio, radio station and more and see the opportunities that are offered to members. Go to capsmedia.org/events, sign up for the next orientation class on the first Thursday of the month and discover how easy it is to become a member/producer at CAPS where you can receive hands-on instruction in videography and editing, radio production and more. Go to capsmedia.org, or you can call 805-658-0500 to get complete information.

Vol. 12, No. 24 – Aug 28 – Sept 10, 2019 – Forever Homes Wanted

Bug,  what a great dog…He is shy and gentle cuddle-bug, very sweet on leash, walks right beside you.  He just lies down by your side or sets his heavy head in your lap for a pat. He doesn’t jump up on you. 

He is good with adopters who are comfortable with canines who have a laidback attitude and prefer an easygoing lifestyle. Looking for an emotionally secure, mutually satisfying, low maintenance relationship? Let him sit at your feet, walk by your side, and be your devoted companion forever Ventura County Animal Services – Simi location – 670 W Los Angeles Ave(A611191) 

Eeyore recently had something big happen to him. This happy go lucky dog has been diagnosed with congestive heart failure. The vet also found that he has an enlarged heart, chronic valvular disease, and a golf ball sized mass on his heart. When performing any kind of exercise or if he starts getting hot, blood gets pushed back into his heart instead of flowing away. Eeyore needs a medical foster since being at the kennel can be tough and will only stress his body more. The average lifespan of dogs with these conditions is about 12-18 months. The sooner we get him into a relaxing home where he can be without stress, the better his quality of life will be. Please help by opening your home up to Eeyore or sharing this with your friends. Canine Adoption and Rescue League C.A.R.L.CARL Adoption Center-call 644-7387 for more information.

Vol. 12, No. 24 – Aug 28 – Sept 10, 2019 – Events

Events by Ana Baker

Free Adult Grief & Bereavement Support Groups

Every Wednesday, from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Free for anyone who has lost someone within the last 2 years.

Receive emotional and educational support.

Free Joint Replacement Classes

2nd Monday of the Month (September 9), held from 4– 5 p.m. Free informational class that teaches you what to expect pre and post-surgery.  Living with Type 2 and Pre-Diabetes Classes

1st Tuesday of the Month (September 3), from 1:00 – 2:30pm. Free informational class that teaches you how to manage your life with diabetes.

Held at Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice, 1996 Eastman Ave., Ste. 109. Call (805) 642-0239 for more information.

The Compassionate Friends of West Ventura County is a support group for those who have experienced the loss of a child. Parents, grandparents, and siblings (over age 14) are all welcome. The first and third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 at the Poinsettia Pavilion, Canada Larga room, 3451 Foothill Road. For more information, contact Laura Lindsay at (805) 836-9100.

Ventura Poinsettia Dance Club Monday nights 7:30 – 9:45 p.m. Poinsettia Pavilion. Ballroom, swing, Latin and line dancing. $10 members, $12 non-members. Free dance lessons 6:45 – 7:15p.m. Call Rick (805) 415-8842 for more information.

There will be a regular Ventura Discussion Group meeting at Main Street Restaurant 3159 Main St., Wednesday from 4 – 5:45 p.m. Several people usually stay for a drink and a bite to eat afterward. Bring an interesting topic to discuss if you can.

Ventura’s ACBL Duplicate Bridge Club offers games for all levels of play.  Learn the game, play with your peers, and earn master points while you are having fun.  There is a game every day of the week.  Check out their website at www.vcbridge.org

Country Western Line Dancing every Tuesday 7 – 9 p.m. Instruction every night. Located at the Moose lodge, 10269 Telephone Road. More information at countrylovers.com.

Cross Town Hikers on Wednesday nights for a moderate-paced hike from the cross, a walk out to the end of the pier, and a stroll along the Promenade back to the Museum. Four miles with an 800’ elevation gain. Meet at 7 p.m. sharp at the fountain across the street from the Mission. Join Facebook page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/groups/800215670039426/

The members of the Ventura Investment Group meet on Mondays for an informal discussion of recent economic events.  Topics cover current events that affect stocks, funds, real estate, and interest-bearing investments.  The meeting is from 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf at Telephone Road and Main Street.  Visitors and potential members are welcomed.  There are no dues or requirements to participate, and all levels of experience are welcomed.

Musicians’ Sober Support Meetup @ FIND (A Friend in Deed) every Monday night 7 – 9 p.m. Bring acoustic instrument(s) for jamming after sharing support for sobriety.

Bell Arts-Studio 39-432 Ventura Ave. For further information [email protected].

The Ventura County Philatelic Society meet on the first and third Mondays each

month at 7:30 p.m. at the Church of the Foothills, 6279 Foothill Rd.

Admission and parking are free. Contact: Bill Garner (805) 320-1601 or [email protected]

Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDa) is a 12-step fellowship of men and women whose common purpose is recovery from codependence in the development and maintenance of healthy relationships. Every Friday at 6 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 5654 Ralston (enter through side door off parking lot). Information Deva 805-814-5650 or Maryann

The Ventura Rotary Club, Ventura Downtown Lions Club and the Salvation Army of Ventura have partnered to bring the community a free Eye Clinic. The goal and vision are to provide free eyeglasses for those in need. Patients are seen each Tuesday from 9 – 11 a.m., walk-ins only first come first served. The Eye Clinic is located inside the Salvation Army Hope Center. 155 S Oak St.

Ventura County Cribbage Association Grass Roots Local Club meets weekly. Located at Pizzaman Dan’s 444 E. Santa Clara on Wednesdays at 5 p.m. More information Kerry 805-643-7683

August 28: “The College Area Community Council will meet on Wednesday, at 7 p.m. Representatives from Ventura College and the police department will give brief updates and other issues of community interest will be discussed. The Council meets in the Wright Event Center at 57 Day Rd. Free parking is available adjacent to the Event Center. CACC represents citizens in Council District 3, neighborhoods between Dunning/Lemon Grove and Hill Road, north of Hwy. 126.  Call (805) 644-8695 for more information.

August 31: The Ventura Tennis Club, in partnership with the Ventura Recreation and Community Services, are hosting a bi-annual Ventura Tennis Day on Saturday, from 10-4 p.m.

At the Camino Real Park Tennis courts. The day will include clinics for adults

And kids from 10-12 p.m. with the City staff pro. After a break for refreshments, raffle, games and announcements there will be organized doubles play in the afternoon. The Ventura Tennis Club is a non-profit community-based club bringing tennis enthusiasts of all ages and abilities together for social and competitive play. For more Information: http://www.venturatennisclub.com and look for us on Facebook.

August 31: The Ventura County Dart Association (VCDA), who runs a very active dart league throughout the county, is having a Dart Clinic/Social to give instruction to anybody interested in learning how to play darts or improving on their technique. The event starts at 2pm and will be held at The Bench Warmer 1855 E. Main St. There will be league member on hand to teach games, give instruction, and talk about ways of entering the league and league events. Any dart shooter, or perspective dart shooter, is encouraged to attend. 21 and over only for this event. There will be a raffle for dart supplies, with proceeds to benefit the Association, and a ‘just for fun’ tournament after the event. For more information vcda.org or Facebook #805Darts.
There is also a regular Thursday night league that just started the Fall season.

Ventura Audubon Society September Events

Sept: 8, 8:30 a.m. Emma Wood State Beach Leader: Adele Fergusson 805 415-4304

We will meet at the entrance to Emma Wood State Beach birding that area and then across the sand dunes to the Ventura River Estuary. The estuary is always an exciting place to bird, and target birds will include Snowy, Black-bellied and Semipalmated Plovers, Willet, Whimbrel, Black Turnstone, Red-necked Phalarope and Forster’s Tern.

Sept: 10, 7:30 p.m. VAS Monthly Program: VenturaWaterPure – a Ventura City project in potable water reuse including the potential impact on the Water Treatment Plant Wildlife Ponds. Lauren Bueling will be presenting at the Poinsettia Pavilion – 3451 Foothill Road, Ventura (Free to the Public)

Sept: 21, 8:30 a.m. Santa Clara River Estuary/Surfers Knoll. Leader: Cody Swanson 805-304-2505

We’ll begin at Surfers Knoll and walk the coastline to the estuary. Target Birds include Western Snowy Plovers, Ruddy and Black Turnstones and hopefully Surfbirds which are always an exciting treat.

Sept: 28, 8:30 a.m. Carpinteria Salt Marsh Leader: Rocky Ludes 805-208-9648

The Salt Marsh Reserve is an excellent birding location due to the estuary, wetlands, and upland habitats. Special birds of concern can be found here including Belding’s Savannah Sparrow, and the White-tailed Kite. Several species of heron are often seen together.

Sept. 1: Old-Time Country Bluegrass Gospel Music Assoc.

Sunday from 2-4 p.m. at the Poinsettia Pavilion, 3451 Foothill Rd.

Music on stage. Jamming Room Open. Free Admission. Free parking

Open to Public. For more information call 805-517-1131 or visit Facebook: OTCBGMA

Sept 1:  The 1892 Dudley Historic House Museum will be open for docent-led tours from 1 – 4 p.m.  Admission is free.  The museum is located at the corner of Loma Vista and Ashwood streets 197 N. Ashwood. For information please call (805) 642-3345 or visit the website at www.dudleyhouse.org.

Sept. 3: Mended Hearts of Ventura will meet at 11:45 a.m. at The Courtyard by Marriott Hotels, 600 E Esplanade Drive, Oxnard. The speaker will be Alan Laird, MD about Stem Cell therapy. For Details, call 805-218-8810

Sept. 3: The Ventura Retired Men’s Group meets at noon on the first and third Tuesdays each month in the Santa Paula room of the Poinsettia Pavilion, for lunch, activities, and a program speaker on a topic of interest. Drop in by 11:30 a.m., and they will buy you lunch. Bob Likins at 805-587-1233

Sept. 4: BCNN is a women’s social club open to ladies who reside in Ventura, Oxnard and Pt Hueneme. We have 40 activities to share common interests.  Learn more at http://www.bcnnwomensclub.org/. Our monthly Coffee-Speaker meetings are held on the 1st Wednesday of each month Knights of Columbus Hall, 36 Figueroa St. Guests are welcome a couple times before becoming a member; dues are $30/year.  Speaker JoAnna LaForce, pharmacist and health naturalist, will cover “Everything You Want to Know about Cannabis but Don’t Know Who to talk to.”

Sept. 7: On the “First Saturday” of each month the Sespe Flyfishers of Ventura conduct an introductory class on Fly Fishing and Casting the Fly Rod. There is no charge, and all are welcome. Whether you an experienced fly fisher or a complete novice we want to help you learn and enjoy this great sport. If you don’t have a fly rod, don’t worry, just come and use one of ours. Chumash Park, Petit and Waco, 9-11a.m., in East Ventura Bob Smith (805) 647-3522 www.sespeflyfishers.org

Sept. 8: Ventura First United Methodist Church and College United Methodist Church are pleased to welcome the Reverends Matt and Erin McPhee as co-pastors appointed to serve both churches.

One opportunity to meet the new pastors is on Sunday, from 9- 12p.m. at Ventura First UMC’s Fall Kick-Off. The festivities will begin with worship services at 9 a.m. Activities for children will begin during Sunday School at 9:30 am, and will continue at 10:30 a.m. At 11 a.m., hamburgers, hot dogs, dessert, table service, and beverages will be provided; if possible, attendees are encouraged to bring a side to share. 1338 E Santa Clara Street with worship on Sundays at 9 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. 4300 Telegraph Rd., with worship on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. For more information 805-643-8621 or [email protected].

Sept. 10: Out in the County! A Ventura Sierra Club Educational Series

5:30 p.m. at EP Foster Library Topping Room, 651 E. Main St.

The Beauty and Benefits of the Santa Clara River. Featuring Jim Danza, AICP

Chair, Friends of the Santa Clara River Oxnard College Assistant Professor of Geography and Environmental Science. Subject is,” Will you ever be able to hike and bike along the Santa Clara River?”

Sept. 14: Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, yet suicide can be prevented. Volunteers from all over Ventura County CA are joining the quarter of a million people who are walking in towns across the United States to draw attention to the fight for suicide prevention. The annual Ventura County Out of the Darkness Community Walk, hosted by the Los Angeles/Central Coast Chapter will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, at Constitution Park in Camarillo. This walk supports the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s education and support programs and its bold goal to reduce the annual U.S. rate of suicide 20 percent by the year 2025.

Sept. 21: For Bookkeepers and Business Owners. The Bookkeepers Association of Ventura County will present a seminar from 9-3:30 p.m. on Saturday, at the Ventura Adult Education Center, 5200 Valentine Road. The seminar “From Employment to Retirement” will feature Kathleen Fellows of Light Gabler Law Firm; Michael Colitti, Human Resource Specialist and Michael Mansfield, Certified Financial Planner at The Lynd Group. Cost $70 for members; $85 for non-members (additional $10 at the door). A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. Visit http://www.bavc-online.org, to sign up or call Donna Gordon at 805-218-1425 for more information.

City Council meeting of August 8

by Richard Lieberman

Represented by Staci Brown Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) awarded two Ventura police officers with awards acknowledging the officer’s records for the most amount of DUI arrests. The officers were Cory Prater and James Dillard.

The City Council confirmed the Mayor’s appointment of Councilmember Brown as the City’s Voting delegate and Mayor LaVere as the alternate Voting Delegate for the League of California Cities 2019 Annual Conference.

Approved and authorized the Mayor to execute a purchase order not to exceed $334,000 for purchase of three portable emergency generators for Ventura Water.

Authorize the Mayor to make the final selection of the lead consultant for the General Plan and Housing Element update that has the best qualifications, experience, track record, and demonstrates the best fir with the culture of the community and the organization.

Vol. 12, No. 24 – Aug 28 – Sept 10, 2019 – The Pet Page

∙Since 1992, SPAN has made it their mission to reduce dog and cat overpopulation throughout Ventura County. SPAN provides financial assistance to residents in need. This year SPAN has assisted with helping Spay and Neuter over 1000 animals in 2018-2019. Also, SPAN supports a humane, Trap-Spay/Neuter return process for managing the Feral Cat population. During the last year SPAN assisted with over 300 Feral Cats.

With the continued support of cash donations and donations to the SPAN Thrift Store, SPAN is able to assist with the cost of Spay and Neuter. Since the start of the SPAN mission they have helped over 36,000 animals. This could not be achieved without the dedication from wonderful volunteers and the generous support from people that are passionate about animals. They appreciate your continued support to help make another successful year!

∙ It’s official! Ventura County Animal Services (VCAS) broke an adoption record on Saturday, August 17th at their annual Clear The Shelters pet adoption event. They adopted out more animals than at any other adoption event in shelter history! 167 shelter pets found homes (85 cats, 55 dogs, 18 rabbits and 9 other critters).

The highlight of the day was one Santa Paula family who adopted 9 animals — two kittens and seven farm-type animals for their 5-acre property.

Clear The Shelter is a nationwide event presented by NBC4 and Telemundo52 but was organized locally by the team at VCAS.

Jackie Rose, Director of Ventura County Animal Services said, “We felt such love and support from our community. So many animal-loving folks came to adopt their next best friend. 167 adoption could not have been possible without the unbelievable dedication of our staff and volunteers.”

Randy Friedman, Marketing Manager for Ventura County Animal Services, said, “From a marketing standpoint this was perfection. So many supporters in our community shared the event on social media. Our event reached over 50K people online and as a result, over 200 people were lined up for adoptions before we even opened!”

The success of the Pet Food Bank has now led to Pantry 4 Paws, a countywide pilot program from the HSVC. With distribution facilities being set up across Ventura County, the new program aims to feed the dogs of homeless and underserved communities across the county.

Any welfare agencies, nonprofits or businesses that offer assistance to the homeless in Ventura County and are interested in hosting a Pantry 4 Paws dispenser at no cost should contact Cooper at [email protected] or 805-656-6505.

Those who’d like to support the HSVC’s Pantry 4 Paws program can drop off unopened bags of dry dog or cat food at the Ojai shelter, at 402 Bryant St. Also, the HSVC Amazon Wish List has been updated to include examples of requested food.

∙The Food and Drug Administration is warning dog owners not to feed their pets a certain raw dog food brand after samples tested positive for Listeria and Salmonella.

The FDA announced that Texas Tripe Inc. dog food tested positive for Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. The company has recalled 35 lots for each of 23 product varieties.

The FDA says the pet food represents a serious threat to human and animal health. Because these products are sold and stored frozen, FDA is concerned that people may still have them in their possession. The products are manufactured by Texas Tripe Inc. and are sold direct to consumers online.

∙ “Your dog is positive for THC, and she’s really high right now.”

That’s something Jennifer Wright never expected to hear from the on-call veterinarian at the Animal Hospital of Cambridge.

Coco, the Wright family’s nine-month-old Yorkie-Havanese cross, had been acting out of sorts that evening. Coco wasn’t having a stroke as feared, but she was one of a growing number of dogs in Canada falling ill from THC toxicity since cannabis was legalized in October, 2018.

Sometimes, THC toxicity happens when an animal gets into their owners’ stash, but like the Wrights experienced, sometimes a dog can get sick from eating as little as a discarded butt from the side of a walkway or in a city park, said Cathy Hrinivich, a small animal emergency care veterinarian at the Animal Hospital of Cambridge.

“We have people come in, particularly seniors, they’ve walked the same route with their dog for years and years and never had a problem with this before, the dog is sniffing around and gets into something,” Hrinivich said.

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty of Animals runs a poison control hotline in the U.S. and has reported a 756% increase in calls related to marijuana or cannabis over the course of the last 10 years, he said.

Washington and Colorado became the first two states to legalize recreational cannabis in 2012. It is now legal in 12, including the District of Columbia, and approved for medical use in 33 states.

“Certainly since the legalization of marijuana products, I think every veterinarian has seen just a dramatic spike in marijuana toxicity dogs, for sure,” Hrinivich said.

Hrinivich said the hospital has seen an increase in both calls from worried pet owners and cases presented at the clinic — but said many pet owners are hesitant to bring in their dogs.

Wright has said her family is now “hyper-vigilant” when they take Coco for a walk “keeping her on the sidewalk and making sure we’re trying to keep everything out of her mouth — which is quite a challenge but we’re just glad she’s OK.”

“I literally thought that day, that my dog was going to die.”

∙A vet had to remove a chew toy from a dog’s mouth. The vet said he needed a saw to remove the nylon toy bone, and if he hadn’t, the dog might have died.

A strong sense of panic set in quickly. Dog owner Amy Walsh was experiencing the same fear any dog owner might when her golden doodle, Bentley, began choking on a nylon chew toy.

The flexible toy, which is made by a company called Lumabone, had gotten wedged in Bentley’s mouth in late July. Walsh said the dog couldn’t close his mouth, and his tongue was stuck in the back of his throat. The two-year old dog was having trouble breathing.

“I guess it was the way he bit down on it. He had one of the holes of the bottom part wrapped around his jaw and his bottom teeth to dislodge it,” Walsh told local TV station FOX4.

Unlike most of Lumabone’s dog toys, the one in question has an unusual arched shape with holes at each end. A Facebook search produced several posts where other owners complained about the same thing happening to their dogs.

“I was terrified. I love him. He’s my favorite pup-pup that I look forward to coming home to. I didn`t know if I was going to lose him,” Walsh said.

Dr. David Leighr, owner of Long Veterinary Clinic in Kearney, said Bentley was breathing, but he was having difficulty. He used a bone saw to remove the toy from the dog’s mouth.

Leighr said he often sees this happen with large bones from hams and other large hunks of meat. Lumabone`s website said owners should supervise their dogs while they gnaw on toys like these.

“This particular toy, it was kind of a rough finish. It was difficult to slip it in and out of his mouth. Once it got lodged in there, it was hard to slip out,” Leighr said Tuesday.

FOX4 made several requests for comment from Lumabone, but the company didn’t get back to us. A Facebook post by the company’s owner indicated the toy has been taken off the market.

Morgan was the constant companion, and soulmate of Steve Clare.  Morgan lost his battle with cancer, breaking Steve’s heart.  Morgan will be remembered running on the beach … playing with his dog friends, sitting with Steve watching television at night.  And he will be sorely missed by all.

 

 

 

Roxy, a beautiful, sweet dog, was the beloved companion of Jason Higbie.  Roxy loved her walks in the park, greeting people, leading a happy dog life.  She endured her daily insulin shots but she finally lost her battle with diabetes.  She is sorely missed by Jason, Gill, Heather and Cappi.