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May, 2016

Brookfield/Elm Grove Monthly

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Page 2A • Freeman Brookfield & Elm Grove 262-542-2500 Hours: M-F 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. 801 N. Barstow St., P.O. Box 7, Waukesha, WI 53187 The FREEMAN How to reach us Established in 1859 Brookfield & Elm Grove T H I S M O N T H If you have a news tip from the Brookfield/Elm Grove area, contact Arthur Thomas at 513-2657 or news@conleynet.com To advertise in "Brookfield & Elm Grove This Month" call the advertising department at (262) 513-2624. 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LOOK FOR OUR ACTIVITY BOOTH AT THIS YEAR'S 2016 BROOKFIELD VILLAGE: JUNE 18 11-3PM KIDS FEST EXTENDED ED. DEPT.: Tutoring in Writing Teacher: Mari Mitchell Ages: 7-18 (Days and Time Same as Music above). SUMMER ART AND MUSIC DAY CAMP MUSIC DEPARTMENT: PIANO LESSONS Children 7+ • Teens • Adults • Seniors Additional Information Contact Studio: Monday–Friday 9am–4:30pm Our mission is to help individuals bring to their lives the enrichment that comes from developing skills and gaining knowledge in the fine arts. 249953009 Create and explore the nature of each clay. Each creation will be completed with paint. (Plastic gloves provided for those who wish hand protection). Watch our new website for more Art, Music and Theatre Day Camp activities in the Months of July and August. 4 DIFFERENT AIR DRY CLAYS 4 days June 20-24 Ages 7-17 10am-Noon OR 1:30pm-3:30pm Consult vets for dietary advice for pets By Chris Bennett Special to The Freeman BROOKFIELD — The amount of knowledge available regarding opinions on the proper feeding of your pet is overwhelming. The pet food aisle at a grocery store or retail outlet is a garish kaleidoscope of colors and sights that bombard the senses into an often frenzied purchase, one made with little consideration to what is sliding into Fuzzy or Fido's belly. Add advice from friends, the Internet, TV commercials and what you know about your pet's finicky tastes and a situation that seems simple becomes complicat- ed. Relax and step back. You don't have a pet food problem — not so long as you trust your veterinari- an. "Definitely consult with your vet," said Heather Gehrke, execu- tive director at the Elmbrook Humane Society in Brookfield. "You certainly have some choices, but they can definitely guide you to the right one." Eating right Gehrke said a pet's diet can be pared to a simple concept: What is the best food for your pet, given any sort of medical needs? Does your pet suffer from kid- ney disease? If so, there is special food for that condition. A special diet might be recommended for a pet with diabetes, or a heart con- dition. Diets also exist for pets that need to go on a diet. Gehrke said such diets help reduce weight, over time, and continue to provide the nutrition necessary to satisfy a pet's hunger. Your veterinarian might also tell you your pet is fine and advise a conventional diet. Protein is among the most important con- siderations, especially for natural hunters like dogs and cats. "Cats, probably more so than dogs, but both definitely should have a good amount of meat in their diet," Gehrke said. "Making sure their foods are sufficient in protein is incredibly important." According to the American Vet- erinary Medical Association's 2012 U.S. Pet Ownership & Demo- graphics Sourcebook, dogs and cats are the most common pets in the U.S., with a total of 144 million between the two species. "Make sure that when you con- sider which food to purchase one of the first ingredients is a meat base and not a byproduct," Gehrke said, adding that a dry powder does not suit your pet's dietary needs. Gehrke said she is not a believer in having a high-end food in a pet's diet, but did say the low end of the food spectrum lacks nutri- tional value, and is largely junk food. "You can't eat candy all day," Gehrke said. "You can't eat junk food all day. If your diet consists of that, we know where it leads for humans. What if the diet is the same for your pets?" Spending enough to ensure your pet is eating a diet suited to his or her needs can help reduce visits to the veterinarian and ensure better health. According to the AMVA's 2012 survey, a dog goes to the vet 2.6 times each year for a total cost of $378. A cat visits the vet 1.6 times each year for a total of $191. It is also easier than ever to buy better food for a dog or cat. Gehrke said she's noticed retail outlets such as Target and Wal- mart now carry a better selection of kibble. "Not what I would consider the high-end food you would find in pet specialty stores, but foods that are reasonable in offering some level of healthy, adequate nutri- tion," Gehrke said. "That's a good thing." Do not ignore hydration when considering the best food for your pet. Gehrke said pets often do not get enough water. This is especial- ly true for cats. "I don't think people think of water as part of overall nutrition or a diet plan because it's just a given," Gehrke said. "Put water out, and as long as you keep water supplied, you think your pet is getting enough." Wet food is a good source of water, and supplements are avail- able if your veterinarian decides your pet is dehydrated. You might also consider adding water to wet food, which Gehrke said she does at home and also at Elmbrook. Pet foods available for all health needs Charles Auer/Freeman Staff Veterinarians can offer guidance on specialized diets for pets with cer- tain needs. Trace-A-Matic recognized by state tech college system PEWAUKEE — The Wisconsin Technical College System Board awarded its "Futuremakers Part- ner" award to Trace-A-Matic in March. The award recognizes the partnerships between Wisconsin's technical colleges and their com- munity and employer partners. Located in Brookfield, Trace-A- Matic is a precision machining company serving the oil and gas, defense, medical, food, pharmaceu- tical and aerospace industries, among others. Trace-A-Matic also operates facilities in Houston, Texas. For many years the company has maintained a partnership with Waukesha County Technical Col- lege. Trace-A-Matic was started in 1968. "On a local, state and national level, there has been much discus- sion about the shortage of skilled workers, especially in the manu- facturing field," said Trace-A- Matic President Thorsten Wienss in a statement. "WCTC has been a great partner and part of the solu- tion in Waukesha County by pro- viding an advanced manufactur- ing curriculum that is business driven." In 2013, Trace-A-Matic worked with WCTC and the college's K-12 school district partners to create the "Dual Enrollment Academy" for high school students. The Academy was designed to provide high school seniors with a head start in high-demand careers, along with an opportunity to earn college credits while still in high school. In addition, Trace-A-Matic also made a significant gift in sup- port of WCTC's new Integrated Manufacturing Center, with a rib- bon cutting slated for April. "Trace-A-Matic was the founding employer partner of WCTC's Dual Enrollment Academy and is a tremendous advocate for the col- lege," said WCTC President Kaylen Betzig in a statement. "From serv- ing on our advisory committees to hiring our graduates, Trace con- tinues to make a difference in both the local economy and sustainable future of the community." The Wisconsin Technical College System offers more than 300 pro- grams awarding two-year associ- ate degrees, one- and two-year tech- nical diplomas and short-term technical diplomas and certifi- cates. www.wtcsystem.edu — Freeman Staff Submitted photo Trace-A-Matic representatives received the "Futuremakers Partner" from the Wisconsin Technical College System board in March. Pictured from left to right are: WCTC Dean of Applied Technologies Mike Shiels, WCTC Pres- ident Kaylen Betzig, Trace-A-Matic President Thorsten Wienss, and WTCS Board President John Schwantes and System President Morna Foy.

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