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PET Continued from page 5 WALT’S WORDS

Feline Vaccines Walt Korinke
• Rabies - this virus causes a fatal infection affecting the central
nervous system of nearly all mammals. It is spread through RIDGEGATE
contact with infectious saliva. This is a core vaccine, is legally
required, and is required by all boarding facilities. As fall sets in, my thoughts change from
• FVRCP – this vaccine protects against Feline Viral Rhinotra- new construction to “hibernation.” With
cheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia. This vaccine is a core that comes the need to “belly-up” for the long winter. Fortu-
vaccine and is required by all boarding facilities. nately, the RidgeGate corridor has provided us with three new
• Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis is a virus that causes respiratory eating facilities to help us achieve our goal.
infections and is easily transmitted through respiratory secre-
tions. Even if a cat recovers from this infection they may be a On the front parcel of
carrier for life. the Cabela’s complex
• Calicivirus is highly contagious and is another major cause ( Lincoln and I-25),
of upper respiratory tract infection. Signs of illness include the highly visible ar-
ulceration on the tongue, conjunctivitis, nasal discharge, and chitectural steel beam
pneumonia. structure has been
• Panleukopenia is a virus so resistant it can live for up to a completed, and it is
year outside the cat’s body. Signs of illness include lethargy, definitely not a church – it is the new SIERRA GRILL. The
diarrhea, vomiting, severe dehydration, fever, and death. The 8,445 square foot modern style building provides dining with a
vaccine is very effective in preventing illness and treatment is warm atmosphere and incredible views from both the interior
very difficult. and patio seating. The cuisine is homemade American with a
• Feline Leukemia is a virus that may lead to many illnesses touch of Mexican fare and features an oak wood-fired grill, fine
secondary to destruction of the immune system. These illnesses wines and hand crafted cocktails. You might start with Loui-
include cancer. Feline Leukemia is a leading cause of death siana Brisket Sliders, New Orleans Creole Gumbo and a Tus-
due to infection in American Cats. Cats should be tested before can Kale Salad, follow with Baby Back Glazed Ribs, and finish
vaccination. The vaccine is highly effective. The vaccine may with Colorado Palisade Peach Cobbler. If you are too full to
or may not be required by the boarding facility. drive, a pedestrian pathway will take you to the new adjacent
Marriott.
Parasite Protection
Typically in Colorado I recommend year round heartworm/in- Further down Lincoln near the
testinal parasite prevention for dogs and seasonal (typically Target, is the Lincoln Commons
April-October, depends on our weather) flea/tick prevention for complex is the newly opened
dogs and cats (depending on their lifestyles). NEWK’S CAFÉ located just
• Dogs should be on year-round heartworm/intestinal parasite west of the Sprouts Farmers
protection because heartworms are carried by mosquitoes (their Market. The 13-year old chain
presence is unpredictable as they may emerge on warm winter has numerous franchises spread
days) and because we have a higher load of intestinal parasites across the southeast, and the
in our environment due to our wildlife. These intestinal par- Colorado locations being their furthest west restaurants. Their
asites are zoonotic (mostly to young children) and can cause menu offers a large selection of grilled and toasted sandwiches,
both our pets and our human family significant illness. Intesti- handcrafted pizzas, salads and soups and their centerpiece is
nal parasites are a year-round concern. “The Roundtable” where you may add your own choice of con-
• Fleas/Ticks carry infectious disease and can be a consider- diments including such items as roasted garlic in Italian olive
able nuisance to our pets and ourselves. As we can never know oil, grated Parmesan cheese, capers, and imported pepperonci-
exactly where pets in boarding facilities have come from, it is ni. There is both indoor and outside patio seating and if you are
best for our cats and dogs to be protected against these parasites in a hurry, a Grab-N-Go cooler filled with their most popular
before they go into a high contact situation like a boarding fa- section of sandwiches, salads, soups, etc.
cility. You probably don’t want to bring home more pets than
you dropped off. Coming to Lincoln Com-
mons by next summer, is
If you have any questions in regards to your pets’ preventive the fourth restaurant for
care needs or any other questions, please call your local Lark- the 2017-formed Denver
spur Pet Hospital at 303-681-3980 so we can provide assis- chain, SUSHI-RAMA.
tance. We will be happy to tailor specific recommendations for Their stores are +/- 2,500
your pet. square feet with seating for
about 100 in either table or
bar seats. The unique fea-
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