Big Guy is a handsome 2-year-old Labrador retriever/Border Collie mix. Rescued from a hoarding situation, he is a bit shy but once he is comfortable he is a sweetheart.
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Dear reader, one of the skills I have always dreamed of nurturing is whistling. I am so envious of family and friends who can emit a sharp loud screech when they are trying to get attention. Sadly, my lips don’t pucker and I can’t make a sound without a mechanical whistle.
One of the mysteries of whistling is the silent dog whistle. I wondered exactly how they work.
Obviously, they are silent so why can my dog hear a sound that I can’t? In hearing and audiology, Hz stands for Hertz, and it is the unit of measurement for the frequency of sound waves, which determine the pitch of the sound.
Both humans and dogs can hear at around 20,000 Hz., however dogs can recognize sounds up to 45,000 Hz. In other words, dogs can hear sounds that humans are unable to recognize. This difference is probably due to the dogs’ hunting nature where hearing needs to be acute to identify subtle movements.
The silent dog whistle was developed to train dogs in areas where noise disturbances weren’t welcome, such as neighborhoods. One advantage of the silent whistle is ultrasonic sound can travel greater distances allowing communication when your dog is further afield than you are. Another plus is consistency of pitch; because owner’s voices can change pitch, which confuse your BFF.
If you decide to use a silent whistle, introduce it with treats. Blow the whistle; give a treat, wait, and repeat. Your BFF will associate the sound with the reward. With patience, your pup will respond to your commands but it is important to remember their ears are sensitive so be mindful of them and just give a little whistle.
ATTENTION
• CAPS is now open regular hours.
• We have recently changed our Facebook page to CAPS-Fallon.
• CAPS Annual No Flea Flea Market will be held at Oasis Community Church on Friday, April 4, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, April 5, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Donations can be dropped off on Thursday, April 3, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Bark in the Park is June 6 and June 7. We 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 fevo-enterprise.com/event/Churchillanimal8
LOOKING FOR A HOME
We have four adorable Dalmatian/mix puppies who are 26 weeks old and currently looking for homes.
IN NEED OF
• Gently used items for the Flea Market we need furniture, household items, DVDs, jewelry, games, antiques, and sports equipment. Please no clothes, shoes, mattresses, or broken items.
• Dog food, treats to put in Kongs, bleach, and printer paper.
• Aluminum cans. Please drop them off at CAPS.
SHOUT OUT TO
Reno Aces for collaborating with CAPS. Pooch smooches to you!
OVER THE RAINBOW
Bennie Moo Moo quietly passed in his sleep on 3-5-25. He was a darling little pup and is missed by his family. XO Mary
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. We suggest appointments for adoptions and food pantry.
DON’T FORGET
• March Holiday: K9 Veteran’s Day is March 13.
• Board Meetings are once a month on the second Tuesday, at 5:30 p.m. in room 102 at the County Offices located on Taylor Street. The meeting is open to the public. Our next meeting is April 8.
• 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.