Bambi is an adorable 1-year-old mixed breed. She is full of energy and might be part kangaroo because she is an impressive jumper. Bambi loves being around people and enjoys attention.
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Dear reader, my sister has the cutest dog I have ever seen named Hazel. Not only is she cute but also very smart. I have videos of Hazel watching dogs on TV and looking behind the screen for them. The latest video is of her listening to music and keeping time with her tail. Seeing that made me wonder if dogs understand music.
Dogs have a much wider range of hearing than humans have. They can hear sounds up to 45,000 Hz (units of measurement for frequency) whereas we can only hear about 20,000 Hz. They not only have a wider hearing range, but their mobile ear structure allows them to rotate and direct their ears better. They can hear sounds that are softer and further away.
Although they have a wide hearing range, it hasn’t been established if they are hearing music the same way we do. The subtle difference in 440 Hz and 490 Hz (the middle keys on a keyboard) may not be as obvious to them as it is to us.
A recent review of 29 scientific research studies concluded that classical music appeared to soothe canines who were in boarding kennels and rescue shelters. While Mozart was wafting through the air, the pups spent more time sitting or resting. In contrast, rock or heavy metal caused standing and barking.
One theory why dogs find some sounds soothing is that certain tempos or beats mimic heartbeats, and that reminds them of being close to their mother as a pup. Therefore, until we have more sophisticated methods of understanding our BFF’s we will have to assume that dogs listen to music and, just like us, they have preferences.
ATTENTION
• Help! Before April 28, we urgently need folks to foster dogs while we replace our kennel floors. Please call at 775-423-7500 if you can help us out.
• Bark in the Park is June 6 and 7. We still need sponsors and the deadline is April 20. Vendors: we have 10 x 10 sized booths and there is no charge for nonprofit groups. Call 775-423-7500 or email us at bitp@capsnevada.org.
• Reno Aces are collaborating with CAPS for a fun day of baseball plus a free hat details at https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Churchillanimal8
LOOKING FOR A HOME
We have one adorable Dalmatian/mix puppy who is seven-months-old.
We will soon have the cat room up and running. You can check out our cats on the CAPS website (www.capsnevada.org).
IN NEED OF
• Volunteers to walk dogs, socialize cats, and other shelter tasks. You can apply on our website capsnevada.org/apply-to-volunteer or call at 775-423-7500.
• Dog food treats to put in Kongs, duck jerky, bleach, dish soap, paper towels, toilet paper, and printer paper.
• Monetary donations to help with vet costs, operations, and other shelter necessities.
• Aluminum cans. Please drop them off at CAPS.
SHOUT OUT TO
• The folks who made our Annual Flea Market successful; Oasis Community Church, The Flea Market Volunteers and Fallon community for their support. You are Pawstively wonderful!
• Lahontan Valley News for giving CAPS a voice in the community. A Four-Paw-Salute to you!
• Kathleen, Lynn, Rachel, and Steven for community outreach. Pooch smooches to you.
COME SEE US
CAPS is open to the public on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. CAPS is located at 5894 Pasture Road. We suggest appointments for adoptions and food pantry.
DON’T FORGET
• April Holiday: Pet Owners Day
• Board meetings are once a month on the second Tuesday, at 5:30 in room 102 at the County Offices located on Taylor Street. Our next meeting is May 13.
• CAPS’ mailing address is P.O. Box 5128, Fallon, NV 89407. CAPS’ phone number is 775-423-7500. CAPS’ email address is caps@cccomm.net. Please visit the CAPS website (www.capsnevada.org) and Facebook page CAPS-Fallon. Be sure to “Like” CAPS on Facebook because we are likeable.
Kathleen Williams-Miller is a CAPS volunteer. Email jkwmil@outlook.com.