O.L.A.E. Newsletter
Volume No. 13

Issue No. 02

Look for “Ribbon CuttingWoofest” in July for ourK-9 Veteran!

Date: Summer 2017

Published Quarterly

Save the Date: Halloween
Howl October 7th!!!
Start planning those costumes now and if you want tobe a vender let us know at o.l.a.e@comcast.net andany donations are wonderful too!

New Animal Control Officer

If you were able to make it to the opening of theEdmonds Veterans Plaza on Memorial Day – you hada wonderful first look at the stunning plaza. Our K-9
Veteran statue will arrive sometime in July and we will
let you know on Facebook and through ourmembership email (so join if you are not a members –seriously for as little as $10.00 you can get a quarterlynewsletter).
There is a movie coming to the screen called “MeganLeavey” which is a story of a soldier and her dog sothe timing of that could not be even more appropriate.
We wish to thank all that have donated AND written to
us about the wonderful tribute of a K-9 Veteran for theEdmonds Veterans’ Plaza. Our goal of $8,500 was
met and as many of you know, it took us years tocome up with that sum of cash.
A GoFundMe account was set up as EdmondsVeteransPlazaK-9Statue
http://www.gofundme.com/29zf2n8 and if you want tosee Master Sculptor in action, visit the site and clickon the videos. We are still accepting donations andchecks should be made out to O.L.A.E. at P.O. Box1562, Edmonds WA 98020.

Officer Jessica (Jessi) Gilginas will join Officer
Tabatha
Shoemake
asournewAnimalControl/Ordinance Enforcement Officer.
OfficerGilginas comes to Edmonds from the Everett AnimalControl and she recently completed the AnimalControl Academy at CJTC. Originally from Michigan,
Officer Gilginas served six years as a reservist in
Army National Guard and also worked with the US
Forest Service and PAWS. Please welcome heraboard - woof!

Sun, Sand, and Heat
Stroke?
Summer time in Edmonds is a great time to bring yourpooch to the beach for some fun in the sun. Humans
are well equipped to handle long periods of sun
exposure as we put on extra clothes, sunscreen, andhave the ability to sweat to cool our bodies. Dogs do
not sweat, and can become dehydrated very quickly ifleft in the heat even for short periods of time. The
following are some tips to keep your dog safe in theheat. As always, consult with your veterinarian toensure your dog is healthy enough to exercise in theheat, or for breed specific advice.
1. Never leave your dog in the car unattended.
Even with the windows open, a car can heatup very quickly and even become deadly. If

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you see a dog in distress, call 911 forassistance.
Always give your pet a cool, shady place torest.
Provide plenty of fresh water.
Know the signs of overheating/heat stroke.
Get help from your veterinarian if you believe
your animal may have been over exposed tothe sun.
Give your dog a summer haircut to help keepthem cool. If hair is thin, or you can see
exposed skin, you can use sunscreen toprotect them.
Remember to look for asunscreen that is labeled specifically for use
on animals.
Watch the paws! Asphalt, sidewalks, andeven beaches can become very hot and canburn your pets paws. Don’t linger in one areatoo long and try to walk on grassy surfaces
when possible.

There are many more resources online for information
on how to keep your pet safe this summer. Wishing
everyone a safe, fun summer at the dog park!

to steward and maintain the off-leash dog area inEdmonds. We always need volunteers and financial
donors. Please visit www.olae.org to learn more about
us and our mission.

Become a Member
There are a lot of good reasons to become a member.
Member dues go towards promoting and improving
our dog park. Members will receive a subscription toour quarterly newsletter which provides information on
upcoming events, news and educational features. All
donated funds are TAX DEDUCTIBLE.
Off Leash Area Edmonds (O.L.A.E.)
P.O. Box 1562
Edmonds WA 98020 - 1562
EIN #16-1730771
Please check one: □ New Member □ Renewal
Please print clearly:
Name: _______________________________Heat Stroke Signs
Even the most careful pet-owner may still have a petexperience heat stroke. Some common signs of heatstroke are: excessive panting, difficulty breathing,increased heart rate, drooling, mild weakness or evencollapse. If the heat exposure is severe some animals
can experience seizures, bloody diarrhea, vomiting,and they may have a temperature of over 104
degrees. If your animal is displaying any of thesesigns, consult with your veterinarian immediately. This
is not a comprehensive list as some animals may
present differently. Know your pet, know their limits,and look for signs of unusual behaviour.

SCOOP THE POOP!
We really hate bringing this up each newsletter but
come on people – dog users – friends – volunteers – ifyou see poop pick it up. If you see someone who
doesn’t see where their dog pooped, don’t get mad,just take a plastic bag over and say, do you need oneof these. Please be peaceful and kind.
Remember this park is MANAGED my volunteers like
you and if you are interested in joining our team,contact us at o.l.a.e@comcast.net. We meet atndGallaghers’ U-Brew the 2 Thursday of the Month at
7pm.

About US

O.L.A.E. (Off-Leash Area - Edmonds) became a nonprofit organization in August 2005, to fulfill our mission

Address: ______________________________
City, State, Zip: _________________________
Evening Phone: _________________________
Email: _________________________________
Dog(s) names: __________________________Can we email you the newsletter: □ Yes
Contact me to help volunteer:□ Yes
Annual Membership□$ 10 Individual□$ 20 Family□$ 50 Sassy Supporter□$100 Best Friends Lounge(free advertising on O.L.A.E. website).
□$200 Yappie Club Level(free advertising on O.L.A.E. website & newsletter).
Make check payable to O.L.A.E. Thanks!
Current Yappie Club Sponsors:Blue Collar Dog House (www.bluecollardoghouse.com)
Edmonds Westgate Vet Hospital (www.evwh.com)
Doggy Haven Resort (www.doggyhaven.com)
Jolene Otter from Quilts from the Heart
Stella and Floyds (www.stellanfloyds.com)
Wash’nWag’n Mobile Pet Service
Alicia Brattin
Jennifer Lill and Eric Johnson.
Victoria Vernon
Note: O.L.A.E. is not responsible for any illness or injury incurred during park visit. For
information, please visit www.olae.org and look under rules and responsibilities .