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The Star
09-07-2025
- Health
- The Star
Dogs and cats get allergies too – here's how you can help them
About five years ago, Gail Friedman noticed her Parson Russell Terrier was constantly licking his paws and seemed super uncomfortable. "The poor dog. I would put baby socks on his feet so that he wouldn't lick them or bite at them,' said Friedman, of Oak Brook, Illinois. "I was constantly changing the socks, washing his feet a lot. Nothing worked.' It turned out her canine companion, Mr Friedman, had allergies. It's a common and tricky problem in pets – caused by various things such as pollen, dust, mold, chemicals and food – but veterinarians say there are several ways to ease their suffering. Allergies happen when the immune system overreacts to a foreign substance. Cats and dogs react to many of the same things people do, as well as pests like fleas. There are no definitive recent statistics on how many pets have allergies, but research suggests the problem is growing. "I probably see allergic dogs and cats every single day, probably multiple times a day,' said Dr Karen Woodard, medical director at Thrive Pet Healthcare-Elmhurst in Illinois. About 90% of allergic pets react to environmental triggers, Woodard said, and the rest have food allergies only. Dog breeds that are especially vulnerable include various types of terriers, boxers and bulldogs; in cats, it's Persians, Siamese and Himalayans. Pets can even be allergic to other animals – cats to dogs, dogs to cats and either to another species. "It's possible for them to be allergic to us, just like we are to them,' said Thrive's Dr. Anthea Elliott Schick of Scottsdale, Arizona, immediate past president of the American College of Veterinary Dermatology. Friedman (right) holds her dog, Mr Friedman, while Dr Woodard checks his ear for signs of allergies. — Photos: LAURA BARGFELD/AP Scratch and lick Allergic cats and dogs aren't as likely as humans to sneeze and cough. More often, they scratch and lick themselves, shake their heads and develop ear infections. Woodard said her Yorkie mix, Teddy, had the classic signs – scratching around his shoulders and getting rashes and ear infections starting as a six-month-old lived in the South at the time, and he tested positive for allergies to various trees and grasses there. A common sign of allergies in her feline patients is "overdoing their grooming,' said Woodard, who's on the Chicago Veterinary Medical Association's board of directors."Cats shouldn't be pulling their hair out when they groom. So if you start seeing bald patches on your cat, even though the skin underneath it looks normal, that could be a sign of allergies.' Even food allergies, often to chicken, beef, lamb or other protein sources, frequently show up on the skin, although pets can have vomiting or diarrhoea, too. Rarely, pets can develop life-threatening anaphylactic reactions, perhaps after being stung by an insect. But most allergies are simply miserable for the animals. "It breaks my heart because it gets to a point that not only do I have socks on poor Mr Friedman – which is humiliating for him – he sometimes gets so bad he has to wear the cone of shame,' Gail Friedman said. "And that's not fair because he can't move around right, he can't sleep right. It's terrible.' Get help The first step is to get a diagnosis from the vet. This could involve allergy testing, or in the case of food allergies, an "elimination diet,' which involves feeding limited ingredients the pet hasn't previously eaten. If the allergy culprit is environmental, there are medications like anti-inflammatory drugs and newer oral and injectable medications for dogs to block chemical signals associated with allergies may be treated with special diets such as "hydrolysed' food, in which proteins are chemically broken down into tiny pieces. All this can get expensive. Friedman estimates she's spent about $10,000 (RM42,495) on testing, medication and care for Mr Friedman and another allergic dog. But vets say there are also ways to help pets at home by cleaning their bedding frequently, wiping their fur with a wet washcloth and giving them baths. Outdoors, "they're almost acting like little Swiffers, getting allergens on their skin, and it goes through their skin and actually becomes a problem,' Schick said."We say bathe your dog, at a minimum, once a week if they're allergic.' After she's tried nearly everything, Friedman's dogs are still vexed by allergies. But they're doing better. "I'm going to keep experimenting until we find what stops it completely,' she said. "All you can do is try.' – By LAURA UNGAR/AP
New York Post
05-07-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Trailblazing Harlem Globetrotter Lynette Woodard says she never saw a penny from merch sold in her name
A gold medal-winning Olympian and historic Harlem Globetrotter claims she's been dunked on by an NYC business that sold pricey hoodies and sweatsuits in her name — and cut her out of the profits. Hall of Famer Lynette Woodard, who became the first woman to play for the famed Globetrotters in 1985, said in a lawsuit that no one got her permission to slap her name on $150 hoodies and $100 sweats peddled by a company called Undrcrwn. The Globetrotters and the company 'never sought [Woodard's] consent because they knew [she] would not give it for free,' she said in the Manhattan Federal Court lawsuit. Advertisement 3 Lynette Woodard was the first woman to sign with a professional men's team when she joined the Harlem Globetrotters in 1985. Kathryn Dudek/New York Post Archives 3 Undrcrwn stopped selling the clothes last year but they're still available online, Woodard said. Instagram/@undrcrwn The 65-year-old, 6-foot-tall guard, who captained the gold medal-winning US Olympic team in 1984 in Los Angeles, said the offending products were sold between 2021 and 2024 and are still available on the secondary market. Advertisement The two-time All-American at the University of Kansas who is also the all-time leading scorer in women's college basketball is seeking unspecified damages. 3 The gold medal winning Woodard accused Undrcrwn of intentionally failing to get her permission to use her name on its products. Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Woodard also played in the inaugural season of the WNBA for the Cleveland Rockers. Undrcrwn and the Globetrotters did not respond to messages seeking comment.
Chicago Tribune
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Mundelein looking to add to outdoor art exhibits; ‘Public art expressions … give communities a stronger sense of place and identity'
Chris Woodard is fascinated by the customs of the Mexican holiday DÍa de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. As an artist, she's often inspired by its symbols, and some of her work entails making sugar skulls out of wood. As a member of the Mundelein Arts Commission (MAC) and a liaison of the village's Beautification Committee, the retired teacher said she's excited about the two groups' most recent project, which is jointly sponsored by local flower shop Flowerama. Walk through downtown Mundelein and you'll no doubt bump into stars; Fiberglass stars, that is. The star-shaped sculptures are a 3D version of the village's logo. The public art campaign, titled 'Stars on Parade' and launched in 2020, featured 15 stars that artists were commissioned to decorate in various themes that included titles such as 'Starry Night,' 'Birds of Lake County' and 'Mundy Proud.' It was the brainchild of MAC board member Gail Smith, Woodard said. Smith was influenced by other sculpture initiatives, such as Chicago's 'Cows on Parade.' Now, the committee is looking for artists who can render their visions for the latest star installment. The theme 'Marigolds, Monarchs and Mexican Heritage' comes from the connection between the culture's reverence for the flower and the butterfly, which makes a multi-generational, two-way migration each year between the U.S. and Mexico, Woodard said. Those interested in throwing their hat in the ring for the opportunity are asked to apply through the website and upload a sketch of their concept no later than 5 p.m. on June 30. The selected artist will have two months to complete the work and be paid $500 in two equal installments, at delivery and when completed, respectively. Artists applying don't have to be residents of Mundelein, Woodard said, but any connection to the village is taken into consideration, along with the artist's alignment with the MAC's chosen theme. The new sculpture is scheduled to be placed by the pollinator garden at Commons Courtland Park and be unveiled by the fall to coincide with village events celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, according to Colleen Malec, village senior planner and liaison to the commission. 'We are always looking for opportunities to celebrate Mundelein's Hispanic and Latino community,' Malec said. 'It's a way of embracing and recognizing the people who live here and showcase that we're a diverse community.' According to the latest U.S. Census data, 36.5% of Mundelein residents are Hispanic. Malec said the public-art effort has been successful in its effort to create a buzz, so much so that some local businesses have sponsored their own star sculptures to have them placed by their locations. They've become sort of landmarks, she said. One such star sits outside the doors of Bill's Pizza and Pub on Lake Street. 'People like to take pictures [of themselves] with it,' said restaurant manager Julio Pacheco. Created by artist Tammie Trahan, the sculpture's title is 'Fish of the Midwest' and shows a three-dimensional fish atop the star ripping through the water, reaching to bite a lure that comically holds a tiny pizza slice. 'You really can get creative with these sculptures,' Woodard said. 'It's a shot to make your mark in the community.' The fiberglass stars are purchased from Chicago-based Chicago Fiberglass Works, Malec said. Once the blank matte fiberglass star is decorated by the artist, the village takes the transformed sculpture to an automotive body shop that finishes it with a shiny topcoat to be UV-and-graffiti-resistant. Malec said the sculptures are a point of pride for the village. MAC members are active year-round with the goal to make the community a beautiful place, welcoming to residents, businesses and visitors. Woodard said all you have to do is walk through the downtown area to see examples of those efforts, through murals and other sculptures. The group is a 10-member committee chosen by the mayor. It meets monthly, and practices and encourages the arts of all sorts, officials said. According to Americans for the Arts, communities gain value through public art in a variety of ways. The Public Art Network Council's website states, 'Places with strong public art expressions break the trend of blandness and sameness, and give communities a stronger sense of place and identity.'
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Veteran-Owned Nate Woodard Acquires Abbotts Uniforms, Continuing Legacy of Excellence in Military and Uniformed Servicewear
Quantico, Virginia--(Newsfile Corp. - June 4, 2025) - Nate Woodard, a veteran-owned small business known for its commitment to craftsmanship and service, is proud to announce the acquisition of Abbott Military Tailors, a historic provider of premium uniforms for military and uniformed service personnel since 1940. The acquisition marks a significant milestone in Woodard's business portfolio and signals an ambitious market expansion for the established uniform retailer. Where service meets craftsmanship: Nate Woodard continues the Abbott Uniform's legacy for our navy, military, and airline professionals To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: This acquisition marks a new chapter for Abbott's, one rooted in the same values that built its legacy-now carried forward by the next generation of veterans. Founded and operated by U.S. Army and Navy veterans, Nate Woodard brings fresh energy and operational capability to the iconic Abbotts brand while maintaining its dedication to quality, U.S.-made products, and exceptional customer service. Located in "Q Town" surrounded by Marine Corps Base Quantico - 25 minutes south of Washington, D.C.- Nate Woodard's new brick-and-mortar presence offers greater accessibility for uniformed service members, including those serving in the armed forces and the airline industry. This location reflects the company's mission to serve those who serve, making it easier than ever to outfit our nation's protectors with the highest quality uniforms available. "This is more than a business decision - it's a shared commitment to excellence, pride in service, and belief in American manufacturing," said Nate Woodard, the founder of Nate Woodard. "We're honored to carry the Abbott's name forward while expanding its reach to meet the evolving needs of today's uniformed professionals." As part of the transition, customers can expect: Continued emphasis on U.S.-manufactured materials and suppliers Personalized service by veterans who understand the importance of fit, function, and tradition Expanded accessibility through both in-store and modernized online offerings With this acquisition, Nate Woodard reinforces its passion for service, quality, and commitment - hallmarks that have defined Abbott's for 85 years and will continue to guide its future. "Our customers can expect the same level of quality and service they've always received from Abbott's, with additional benefits as we grow," Woodard explained. "We're committed to being the premier provider of uniforms for all who serve, from military personnel to airline pilots and beyond." About Abbotts Uniforms Abbotts Uniforms has been a trusted provider of military and service uniforms for 85 years, delivering quality apparel and accessories to those who serve our communities and country. With a commitment to excellence and attention to detail, Abbott's ensures that uniformed professionals look their best while performing their vital duties. About Nate Woodard LLC Nate Woodard LLC delivers high-quality military uniforms and accessories tailored for service members and officers. Founded by veteran Nate Woodard, the company blends tradition with craftsmanship and premium materials to ensure a professional fit and lasting quality. With a hands-on approach and a growing national presence, Nate Woodard LLC is dedicated to serving those who serve. For more information, visit or contact abbotts@ Media Contact:Nate Woodard, CEO703-295-2731info@ To view the source version of this press release, please visit Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Veteran-Owned Nate Woodard Acquires Abbotts Uniforms, Continuing Legacy of Excellence in Military and Uniformed Servicewear
Quantico, Virginia--(Newsfile Corp. - June 4, 2025) - Nate Woodard, a veteran-owned small business known for its commitment to craftsmanship and service, is proud to announce the acquisition of Abbott Military Tailors, a historic provider of premium uniforms for military and uniformed service personnel since 1940. The acquisition marks a significant milestone in Woodard's business portfolio and signals an ambitious market expansion for the established uniform retailer. Where service meets craftsmanship: Nate Woodard continues the Abbott Uniform's legacy for our navy, military, and airline professionals To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: This acquisition marks a new chapter for Abbott's, one rooted in the same values that built its legacy-now carried forward by the next generation of veterans. Founded and operated by U.S. Army and Navy veterans, Nate Woodard brings fresh energy and operational capability to the iconic Abbotts brand while maintaining its dedication to quality, U.S.-made products, and exceptional customer service. Located in "Q Town" surrounded by Marine Corps Base Quantico - 25 minutes south of Washington, D.C.- Nate Woodard's new brick-and-mortar presence offers greater accessibility for uniformed service members, including those serving in the armed forces and the airline industry. This location reflects the company's mission to serve those who serve, making it easier than ever to outfit our nation's protectors with the highest quality uniforms available. "This is more than a business decision - it's a shared commitment to excellence, pride in service, and belief in American manufacturing," said Nate Woodard, the founder of Nate Woodard. "We're honored to carry the Abbott's name forward while expanding its reach to meet the evolving needs of today's uniformed professionals." As part of the transition, customers can expect: Continued emphasis on U.S.-manufactured materials and suppliers Personalized service by veterans who understand the importance of fit, function, and tradition Expanded accessibility through both in-store and modernized online offerings With this acquisition, Nate Woodard reinforces its passion for service, quality, and commitment - hallmarks that have defined Abbott's for 85 years and will continue to guide its future. "Our customers can expect the same level of quality and service they've always received from Abbott's, with additional benefits as we grow," Woodard explained. "We're committed to being the premier provider of uniforms for all who serve, from military personnel to airline pilots and beyond." About Abbotts Uniforms Abbotts Uniforms has been a trusted provider of military and service uniforms for 85 years, delivering quality apparel and accessories to those who serve our communities and country. With a commitment to excellence and attention to detail, Abbott's ensures that uniformed professionals look their best while performing their vital duties. About Nate Woodard LLC Nate Woodard LLC delivers high-quality military uniforms and accessories tailored for service members and officers. Founded by veteran Nate Woodard, the company blends tradition with craftsmanship and premium materials to ensure a professional fit and lasting quality. With a hands-on approach and a growing national presence, Nate Woodard LLC is dedicated to serving those who serve. For more information, visit or contact abbotts@ Media Contact:Nate Woodard, CEO703-295-2731info@ To view the source version of this press release, please visit Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
