Phoenix Dog Magazine Nov/Dec 2018

Volume III Issue 4

DEDICATED TO PROMOTING THE HUMAN ANIMAL BOND November/December 2018

The Arizona Pet Project

American Service Animal Society Dog Sociability Kristy Siefkin

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT Happy Pets Palace

By Cathy Davila

Photos Happy Pets Palace

The team at Happy Pets Palace works hard to bring joy, love, and entertainment to dogs. Co-owner, Linda Huss, tells us, “They do it out of love. They care deeply about dogs’ happiness, well-being, and ensuring the dogs feel loved.” In supervised play groups, members of the team become members of the dogs’ pack and the dogs become members of the Happy Pets Palace pack.

Sharing an instant emotional connection with a dog is real and that is why the Happy Pets Palace team loves them like they do. Huss explained the passion that all team members share, “It’s Chris with Kahlua more than the joy the dogs bring.

We look into their eyes and see the dog, sometimes more clearly than we understand our closest friends. If you’ve experienced a deep connection to one of the kindest, most loving creatures on this earth, then you understand.”

When it comes to safety and protection, the team is first in line, standing strong to ensure everything is right in the dogs’ world. The goal is to let the dogs experience Linda and Rebecca with Hope and Harley curiosity, wonder and adventures, and the team ensures those experiences are pleasant and safe. “They are our world,” Linda stressed.

When it comes to creating an environment where dogs can be entertained, Happy Pets Palace understands that many depths of care and love are required to keep our precious ones in a happy state of mind. “We wanted to open a place where even over-protective pet parents could come and look behind the scenes to see that it would be okay to leave their fur babies at our doggy daycare and overnight boarding. When we Shannon with Maggie worry about our dogs, our world doesn’t operate like it should. In fact, when something is wrong with our animals, our world stops,” Linda explained to PDM.

The team at Happy Pets Palace works hard to bring joy, love, and entertainment to dogs. Dogs are able to experience a pack environment in the supervised play groups. “We see many older dogs get a youthful burst of life. It’s priceless,” Linda told PDM. “We have seen dogs who don’t engage in play, but find their place in the pack by observing and having mental stimulation; and then they get giddy and you see the happiness in their eyes!” Staff see Two happy golden retreiver clients dogs approach the building, pulling their pet parents to the door, so excited to hang out with their old friends and to meet new ones.

Linda shared what they see with pet parents. “What we do is satisfying because we impact the lives of the dogs and provide pet parents a place for their dogs to be during the day. It really helps if you’re working long hours or have plans after work. The benefit is your dog has played during the day and will be ready for a nap when he gets back home. It’s a beautiful thing, really. And knowing the dogs are happy, safe, and entertained helps everyone.”

The new Happy Pets Royal Palace in Gilbert is exclusively for toy dog breeds and small dogs up to 20-pounds at adult weight. This facility, like the others, has live webcams. You can download a free app to check in on your fur baby and see what he/she is up to and is playing with.

“Seeing your pup on live stream not only brings peace of mind, it’s pretty funny to watch!”

The new Gilbert facility will be staffed 24/7, and the little dogs will have The Palace for small dogs at Gilbert open slumber sleep style.

Family private villas will also be available in case a slumber party doesn’t work for your dog. Stop in to any of the facilities, take a tour, and show off a picture of your pooch!

Happy Pets Palace has locations in Mesa, Gilbert, and coming soon to Chandler. For more information about this award-winning dog boarding and doggy daycare facility, visit their website HappyPetsPalace.com or call (480) 207-1852 www.phoenixdog.net

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The Leader of the Pack howls!

Welcome to the Holiday season!

AZ Pet Project joins PDM as the cover story this issue. There is exciting new news to share, as the last two years have seen major changes in how the AZ Pet Project delivers their services. They directly impact the pet community in multiple significant ways. We are excited to help tell their story!

AZK9 shines in the Rescue story. They work hard to make a big difference with the pets they save, and focus on a high need community to create change.

Both of these groups, as well as most non-profits, rely on volunteers to make things happen. The Kids and Dogs story shows how to engage youngsters to connect with animals, and help pets in age appropriate ways. Children can make an impact today, and will hopefully carry that with them into adulthood.

Essential Oils and Pets is the Health article this month, this issue we focus on helpful essential oils and the basics of how to use them.

Have you ever wondered how to train your cat? Check out the cat story this issue and find out how!

For the hikers, check out a beautiful, desert riparian spot on the North valley that makes a great dog hike!

Roxie, the official PDM spokesdog, is ready for the holiday busy season of friends and family. She wants to remind all of us humans about the hidden dangers the holidays can present to pets. Turkey bones, lit candles, decorations, candy and even the risk of pets getting loose with the change of routines. She reminds us to update microchips and pet tags, and be vigilant to keep pet routines and diets close to normal!

Welcome new Advertisers!!!

• AZ Dog Sports • Doggie Street Festival

It is an honor to bring you the Phoenix Dog Magazine, and we are grateful for our readers and advertisers who enable us to help our local pet community come together and celebrate the connection between pets and people. Please be sure to let the advertisers know you saw them in the Phoenix Dog.

• DuffeeLand Doggie Days • Furry Friends-Brittany Rescue • Happy Pet Palace • Paw Tree-Bret Hjerpe

The PDM pack wishes you, your pets, family and friends a memorable holiday season!

• Realtor for the Rescue • All About Restful Pets

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Main Story

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Business Spotlight: Happy Pets Palace The Leader of the Pack Howls Pets and Their Celebrity Owners: It’s Always Monsoon Season at the Siefkin House Dog Adoptions Kids & Dogs: Kids Making a Difference Health: Essential Oil Safety and Pets Veterans and Pets: American Service Animal Society Trainer Tips: Dog Socialbility Take a Hike!: Jewel of the Creek-Spur Cross Conservation Area Adoptable Hiking Dogs Kitty Korner: Train your cat?!

Cat Adoptions Horsin’ Around: Clydesdale – The Gentle Giant Rescue News: AZK9 Rescue Critter Corner: Any Rat Rescue Celebration of Life: All About Restful Pets

Special Features: Gift Guide Harbinger of the Holidays-Unleashed Pet Food Donations 12k’s of Christmas10th anniversary

Important Information 6 Calendar of Events 10 Cool Products 26 Dog Park Listings 28 Market Place 36 Animal Rescue & Adoption Groups 37 Pet Directory: Pet Related Services 39 Pet Emergency Resource Information 43 Advertisers Index

On our cover:

The first dog of many at recent AZ Pet project mobile spay/neuter clinic.

MAIN STORY:

The Arizona Pet Project Update

Pets and Their Celebrity Owners: It’s Always Monsoon Season at the Siefkin House

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Trainer Tips: Dog Socialbility

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CALENDAR The PDM Facebook Events Page has the expanded social calendar!

Ongoing Adoptions

Arizona Small Dog Rescue Every Sat, 10:30am-3:30pm PetCo at Tatum & Bell Rd 602-944-2440 azsmalldog.org AZ Small Dog Rescue Every Sat, 11-3 pm PetSmart Tatum and Bell 11:00-3:00 602 944 2440 azsmalldog.org AZ Small Dog Rescue Every Sun, 11-3 pm PetSmart Bell and Grand in Surprise 11:00-3:00 602 944 2440 azsmalldog.org Aussie Lethal White Rescue Every 2nd & 3rd Sat, 9-2pm Momma’s Organic market 9744 W Northern Peoria 602-703-7154 amazingaussies.org Aussie Lethal White Rescue Every 1st Sat, 10-2pm Pet Club Gilbert 2530 S Val Vista Dr Gilbert 480-507-9000 amazingaussies.org Aussie Lethal White Rescue Every Sat (Dogs), 1-5pm Every Sun (Cats), 11-3pm Pet Club W Gilbert 835 W Warner Rd Ste 111 Gilbert 480-507-9000 amazingaussies.org Aussie Lethal White Rescue Every 4th Sat, 10-2pm Pet Club Glendale 17204 N 67 Ave 623-979-8100 amazingaussies.org

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Aussie Lethal White Rescue Every 2nd & 3rd Sat Pet Club Phoenix 4001 E Thomas Rd Phoenix 602-957-2906 amazingaussies.org

One Dog Arizona Rescue Every other Sun, 11am-4pm Choice Pet Market Chandler 2915 W Ray Rd Chandler 480-821-450 onedogarizona.rescueme.org

AZ Happy Trails Every Sat, 10-2pm Pet Club Dobson 2000 W Ray Rd Chandler 480-426-7590 happytailsaz.org

Paw Town Angels Every Sun, 10-3pm Choice Pet Market Biltmore 4719 N 20th St Phoenix 623-937-4444 pawtownangels.org

AZ Happy Tails Every Sat, 10-2pm Pet Club Tempe 6350 S McClintock Dr Ste 101 Tempe 480-775-2868 happytailsaz.org

America’s Freedom Paws Every Sat 10am-1pm PetSmart 9960 N 91st Ave Peoria 623-486-8700 americasfreedompaws.com

AZK9 Adoptions Every Sun, 12–3pm Choice Pet Market Glendale 20028 N 67th Ave Glendale 623-937-4444 azk9.org

Pathways Home Rescue Every Sun, 11-2pm Pet Club Scottsdale 93rd St & Shea Blvd Scottsdale 480-473-0207

Forever Loved Pet Sanctuary Every 3rd Thurs Pet Club Cave Creek 4725 E Carefree Hwy Cave Creek 480-437-9144 foreverlovedpets.org Greyhound Pets of AZ Every 2nd Sat, 10-12pm Pet Food Depot 17645 N Cave Creek Rd Phoenix 602-493-7639 gpa-az.com Maynm Animal Rescue Every other Sun Pet Club Ahwatukee 4206 E Chandler Blvd Phoenix 480-706-0100

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The Pet Knot Every Sat, 10-3pm Pet Club Paradise Valley 13637 N Tatum Blvd thepetknot.com

Adoption Events

Social/Fun Events/Raffles

Walk to Save the Animals-AAWL Sat Nov 3, 8 -12 pm Tempe Beach Park Tickets: support.aawl.org/event Arizona Fall Fest and Social Dog Challenge Sat Nov 3, 10-4 pm Hance Park, Phoenix www.phoenixdog.net/events Tolleson Community Pet Expo Sat Nov 3, 10-1pm Tolleson Veteran’s Park 8601 W Van Buren St Tolleson tollesonaz.org SNIFF 2018 Thurs Nov 8, 6 – 8 pm Gainey Ranch Golf Club 7600 Gainey Ranch Dr Scottsdale Tickets: aesaz.com Canine Couture Fashion Show Scottsdale Polo Championship Sat Nov 10 Westworld of Scottsdale For more info 480.636.7087 Cocktails and Canines Forever Lover Pet Sanctuary Sat, Nov 10, 6-9 pm Pacific Air Center, Scottsdale Tickets: foreverlovedpets.org

PACC911 & All Saints’ Episcopal Church Sat Nov 3, 10–3 pm 6300 N Central Ave Phoenix

Pitty Row-Race to End Euthanasia Sat, Nov 10, 9-1pm Desert Car Center 95 N Dobson Rd Chandler

PACC911 & PetSmart Sat Nov 17, 10–3 pm 10030 N 90th St Scottsdale

Rally for the Rescue Saving Paws Rescue Sat Nov 10, 2-6 pm Buffalo Chip Saloon Cave Creek

PACC911 & Pet Club (Ahwatukee) Sat Dec 1, 10–3 pm 4206 E Chandler Blvd #100 Phoenix

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Wag & Tag Pet Expo Sat Nov 17, 10 -1pm Goodyear Community Park 3151 N Litchfield Rd Goodyear

Dog Days in the Garden-AHS Sat Nov 17, 8-2 pm Desert Botanical Gardens Day of the Dog Nov 17-18, 10-4 pm Old Town Scottsdale petapaloozawest.com/scottsdale Woofstock Chandler Sat, Nov 17, 9-1:30 pm Tumbleweed Park Chandler Bark for Life Walk American Cancer Society Sun Nov 18, 10-1 pm Tempe Sports Complex; Soccer Field #4 602.952.7529, or netta.shaw@ cancer.org UnLeashed Holiday Bizarre Tues, Nov 27, 5-8:30 pm Omni Resort and Spa at Montelucia Paradise Valley Register at www.aawl.org Duffieland Doggie Days Sat Dec 8, 10–2 pm 1460 N Del Webb Blvd, Sun City 928- 221-6052 Happy Howlidays Southwest Wildlife Sat Dec 15 and 22, 5-7 pm 27026 N. 156th St., Scottsdale Tickets $25/adult, $15 child (ages 3-12) register www.southwestwildlife. org/visit-us Metro Chamber Holiday Party and Pet Adoption Sat, Dec 15, 10-4 pm Floor & Décor 59th Ave x Bell Rd, Glendale Happy Howlidays Southwest Wildlife Sat Dec 15 and 22, 5 -7 pm 27026 N. 156th St., Scottsdale Tickets $25/adult, $15 child (ages 3-12) register www.southwestwildlife. org/visit-us

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AAWL & SPCA Vaccine Clinics Third Sat of each month 25 N 40th St Phoenix 602-273-6852 aawl.org

Redneck Run Revisited Sat Nov 17, 9-11 am Rio Salado Habitat Phoenix www.redneckrunaz.com 12Ks of Christmas Sat Dec 8, 7:30-12 pm Freestone Park 1045 E Juniper Rd, Gilbert www.12krun.com

Health/Medical/ Workshops AHS Bottle Baby Training Workshop Sunnyslope Campus 1311 W Hatcher Rd Phoenix azhumane.org/foster

Low Cost Vet Clinic Scottsdale Pet Food Depot Every Thu, 1-5pm 6989 North Hayden A-1 Scottsdale 480-607-5228 Low Cost Vet Clinic Phoenix Pet Food Depot Every Sat, 2-5pm 17645 N Cave Creek Rd Phoenix 602-493-7639

Save the Date Furry Friends Festival Sat Jan 19, 10-3 pm 4331 W Maryland Ave Glendale

Doggie Street Festival Sat Jan 26, 10-4 pm Steel Indian School Park Phoenix PACC911 Adoptathon Sat Feb 2 10-3 pm Anthem Community Park Dobie Dash 2019 Sat Feb 16, 8-11 am Skunk Creek Linear Park Glendale PACC911 Glimmer Sun Mar 3, 1-3 pm Omni Resort & Spa at Montelucia Scottsdale

9 Holiday Safety Tips 1. Lost Pets: Put on their collar, make sure tags and microchips are up to date.

2. Tinsel: If you have a cat, don’t use it.

3. Plants: Lilies, holly, mistletoe and Christmas rose are much more concerning than Poinsettias.

4. Toxic Tree Water: Pine sap, mixed with water, makes a poisonous drink for pets, so keep the water stand covered with tin foil.

5. Chocolate: The darker the chocolate, the more dangerous the ingestion.

6. Raisins: grapes and raisins are extremely poisonous to pets.

7. Bread Dough: raw bread dough can expand in a pet’s stomach creating boating and pain and can become life-threatening, requiring surgery.

8. Turkey: Make sure turkey is boneless and well-cooked. Don’t offer them raw or under-cooked turkey, which may contain salmonella bacteria.

9. Electronics: Flashlights and battery-operated candles and decorations can cause burns and injury to the mouth, esophagus and stomach if chewed.

The Pet Poison Helpline is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. (855) 764-7661

Cathy Davila - Publisher/Editor editor@phoenixdog.net Cell (602) 418.8939 Alice Cohen-Ruffell - Editor Norman Ruffell - Color Master

Writers Anne Thomas Barbara Wood Bridget Grobosky Julie Mayer Mare Czinar Rocio Hernandez Serena O’Sullivan Steve Pawlowski

Guest Writers Bonnie LaRussa Carry Seay Nancy Clizer Jessa Parker Linda La Russa Jaclyn Wilbur

Photography/Artwork Cover: Flash and Hound Photography Diana Gigerich - Leader of the Pack Sean Hoy - Illustrations We want your stories and suggestions!

Send them to editor@phoenixdog.net Phoenix Dog reserves the right to editorial control of all articles, stories and Letters to the Editor. Phoenix Dog assumes no responsibility for errors within its publication. Views herein do not necessarily represent the policies of The Phoenix Dog and should not be construed as endorsements.

Phoenix Dog was established in March 2016 and is a nonpartisan publication that is published bi-monthly by Cathy Davila, Publisher.

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PETS AND THEIR CELEBRITY OWNERS It’s Always Monsoon Season at the Siefkin House

By Steve Pawlowski Photos Kristy Siefkin

Dogs, geese, chickens, turtles, rabbits, horses, hamsters, a cockatiel and Tony the turkey, oh my! FOX 10’s weeknight weather anchor and reporter, Kristy Siefkin, grew up with a menagerie of pets in her hometown of Sacramento, California.

Her passion for working with dogs started in 4-H when she was eight. She learned to train an unruly German Shepherd twice her size and won her first obedience competition with him at a County Fair Dog Show. Years later, she went on to show dogs across the country, competing multiple times in the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club at Madison Square Garden.

Kristy holds a BA in Psychology from Duke University, where she graduated Phi Beta Kappa, Summa Cum Laude. In addition, she holds a Masters in Multimedia Communications from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, where she was valedictorian for all graduate programs.

Her television career began in San Francisco, where she Kristy and adoptable pup at worked as a reporter, onerecent AAWL Event man-band video journalist, and weather anchor for KRON 4 News and CBS 5. Early on, the young reporter covered many high-profile stories, including the end of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” and the Occupy Wall Street Movement.

including the American Kennel Club and Guide Dogs for the Blind, Inc. She grew up showing different breeds in AKC events (Conformation, Obedience, Agility) as well as training puppies to become Guide Dogs for the Blind, and wilderness search and rescue dogs. Kristy finds it extremely rewarding to watch dogs she’s raised and trained perform such valuable services for the community.

As much as she adores dogs, the favorite part of her job has always been the communications element – writing, speaking, and teaching.

Kristy tells PDM, “I’ve always loved storytelling, particularly through public speaking and teaching. Working with the AKC and Guide Dogs for the Blind, I cultivated my skills as a spokesperson and video producer.

When I had the opportunity to go back to school on scholarship, pursuing a Masters in Journalism was the natural choice. Though, my childhood career goal was to be a whale trainer at SeaWorld!”

Kristy continues to give back to the community, volunteering her time and helping to bring awareness to several animal and youth charities.

She’s been honored to emcee local events for non-profits including Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, AAWL (Arizona Animal Welfare League), Save the Family, the ONE (Organization of Non-Profit Executives) and the Maricopa Health Foundation.

Several of Kristy’s most memorable assignments took her to New York, where she reported on Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, but her favorite story was profiling Saul Perlmutter, an astrophysicist who won the Nobel prize for his research on supernovae. “He was brilliant, humble, and his excitement for science was contagious,” says Kristy.

“As for pet stories, Guide Dogs for the Blind named one of its Golden Retriever puppies Siefkin! He was raised by a volunteer here in the Valley.

It was such an honor and so much fun to track his progress on the Fox 10 morning show.”

Educating viewers on a variety of topics, from technology, to politics, to arts and culture, is a passion. Kristy’s unique ability to both educate and entertain has made her a favorite with Valley viewers. Many local magazines and websites have named her “Best Weather Personality” several years running.

Prior to her career in broadcasting, Kristy worked as a spokeswoman, corporate trainer, and multimedia producer for national non-profits,

Kristy got to play with Ava, a puppy in training to become an avalanche rescue dog.

She has also worked with PAWS (Panacea Animal Wellness Sanctuary) for several years to save dogs from euthanasia lists across the Valley. With proper medical care and TLC, these dogs have found incredibly loving, stable homes. Kristy emphasizes, “Pet overpopulation is completely avoidable if we spay and neuter!”

Right now, Kristy has one dog – Monsoon, the Norwich Terrier. She is sweet, smart and like Arizona’s monsoon, a force to be reckoned with!

Kristy says, “I definitely consider pets to be members of the family. I travel with Monsoon, let her sleep in my bed, prepare raw meals for her, and take her to as many places as the Arizona heat will allow, but I draw the line at matching outfits!”

Find out more about Kristy at www.kristysiefkin.com www.phoenixdog.net

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The kit contains the liquid and applicator, with clear instructions. The wax dissolves and the dog then shakes it out with the liquid. Will definitely be apart of our home care routine!

Available online at www.earcaremd.com

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Treatibles Hemp Wellness Dog Chews worked well with the test crew who get Hemp oil on a regular basis. They enjoyed all four flavors, and the Treatables effectiveness addressed their arthritis. The dosing is easy to follow.

Treatables are CO2 extracted from fullspectrum hemp for optimal health benefits.

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DOGHOUSE ADOPTIONS All the Dogs on this page are available for adoption now.

All dogs can be found through Friends for Life Rescue 952 W. Melody Ave. Gilbert, AZ 85233 480. 497.8296 Open on Saturdays from 10 to 4.

Panama - A2018100

Leslie - D2018306

A Miniature Pinscher blend, about 25 pounds.

I’m scared right now and a family and another dog will help. I use the dog door and love walks.

E-mail to meet, fosterdogs@azfriends.org

Will - D2018267

An 8-year-old Chihuahua, I like people and other dogs. Snuggling with my human on a couch or a chair is my favorite thing. I fit anywhere nicely.

A 6-month old, Shepherd is looking for an active home. A great hiking partner and a very beautiful girl. Lots of possible activities with this one.

Rupert - D2018224 I am a very easy-going, affectionate guy.

Found as a stray, about 5 years young. I LOVE my toys and people to bring them to.

Juan Pablo - D2018276 An adorable, friendly Chihuahua - Dachshund blend (Chiweenie!). A fun little guy who loves other dogs, his ideal home will be one with kids over 5.

Simon - D2018257

A 6-year-old Min pin / Chi mix, living in a foster home with other dogs. I have met other dogs in play group and did well.

Ravi D2018316 New

Wile E - A2018115

I’m Wile E, as in Wile E Coyote. Quite the dude, don’t you think? I’m less than 2, a Shepherd mix. Will you come meet me?

Buttercup - D2018284 This 3-1/2-year-old Chihuahua/Min Pin blend is about 10 pounds and just too cute for words.

Living at our adoption center and waiting to meet you!

This young 3-year-old is about 50 pounds.

His paws are crossed for a forever home coming soon. Oh, and no kitties please – he likes the chase kitties!

Sparky D2018298 New

A handsome little Chihuahua blend, Sparky is about 4 years old, and about 10 pounds. He loves to sit in your lap, and loves to play with his canine friends! He’s a happy little guy.

Archie A2018123 New

Oliver - D2018303

Male dog aged 3 years 11 months. He will make himself right at home with you and wants a family. Come see him.

Found as a stray, he about 5 years old, and has an ear infection that we’re treating. If his family doesn’t claim him, he should be up for adoption once his ear infection is under control. Come speak with an adoption counselor about him for the most updated information!

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SPECIAL FEATURE Harbinger of the Holidays-Unleashed

By Cathy Davila

Photos by AAWL

Most people have a harbinger for the winter holidays, perhaps the farewell to Thanksgiving guests, a Christmas movie classic, or the baking of sweet holiday treats. For many local pet lovers, there is a magical event that happens each year, just after Thanksgiving.

A evening not to be forgotten

the Arizona Animal Welfare League.

This special dogfriendly event entertains all ages, with hot chocolate and roasted marshmallows, Holiday cheer and savory bites, photos with Santa, Santa’s workshop and of course irresistible, adoptable pets. Live music fills the courtyard and warms the night.

The Unleashed Holiday Bazaar and Omni Tree Lighting is a magical evening hosted by the Omni Montelucia Resort and Spa and organized by

Arizona. They not only rescue pets, but offer community education, a low-cost veterinary clinic and a camp program for children. Their shelter outreach program works with other Arizona shelters to help develop their shelter operations, and improve animal management.

Create some new holiday memories, help save animals and shorten your holiday gift list! Tickets are available $39 ea/ $59 for two. The VIP Package is $99 ea/$179 for two. Special pricing available until November 20.

A happy holiday pup

Find tickets at https://aawl.org/unleashed

The Omni Montelucia Holiday Tree Lighting creates a special moment Create those special moments that fosters warm memories with family and friends. The Holiday Pet marketplace and the shopping Bazaar is the place to find unique gifts for people and pets. 30% of purchases goes to AAWL to support their life saving programs. The Bazaar has expanded this year to offer additional unique items to help complete your gift list. You will find many one-of-a-kind gifts, apparel, holiday dĂŠcor, candles, jewelry, and much more! The Silent Auction offers more ways to find that special gift.

This year, a VIP package has been added with early access to boutique shopping and Santa photos, a reserved VIP seating Family fun for all ages area with hosted bar from 4-6:30, and hosted delicious tapas and holiday sweets. This special package also includes a ticket to win a stay at the Omni stay & spa, VIP swag bag and complementary valet parking. Only 50 VIP tickets are available.

The Arizona Animal Welfare League is the oldest non-kill shelter in www.phoenixdog.net

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SPECIAL FEATURE Pet Food Donations Multiple groups offer pet food banks to help fill the bowls of hungry pets whose owners need help. Here is a list of local pet food banks, each has a specific focus and way they operate. Most accept unopened canned and bagged pet food, some accept opened and resealed dry food. Some accept gift cards to purchase food. Contact them directly for additional information. This list is available year around on the Phoenix Dog Website.

AZK9 Rescue Drop off: contact Aaron 623-313-8270 Distribution: Given to those in need at their free spay/neuter clinics www.azk9.org/donate Cause4Paws Drop off: Appointment only 480-577-6777 Distribution: Delivery to those in need Serving: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, Glendale www.facebook.com/cause4pawsaz and www.cause4pawsaz.org Chuck Wagon Pet Pantry Drop off: Multiple locations: Phoenix, Tempe Distribution: Delivery to those in need 602-686-8104 www.chuckwaggin.org Empty Bowl Pet Food Pantry Drop off: Multiple Drop off locations Distribution: Serving all of Arizona 602-909-7153 www.emptybowlpetfoodpantry.org

The Good Dog Food Bowl Drop off: Multiple drop off locations in East valley, Scottsdale, Phoenix Distribution: Pick up food in Chandler www.thegooddogfoodbank.com TheGoodDogFoodBank@gmail.com New River - Foothills Food Bank Drop off: Limited hours for drop off and distribution, please call. Must be a client to receive pet food.

Distribution: Cave Creek and Black Canyon City Food Banks.

Serving Black Canyon City, west to I-17, south to Pinnacle Peak and east to Rio Verde.

480-488-1145 https://www.foothillsfoodbank.com/ 34501 N Old Black Canyon Hwy, New River, AZ 85087 YWCA Metro Phoenix Chapter- We Feed Four Feet Drop off: Gift cards for food, treats, supplies Distribution: via Meals on Wheels Senior Program in the West Valley and YWCA Senior Programs 602.258.0990 http://ywcaaz.org/senior-centers/#feedfourfeet Let us know if there is a pet food bank you’d like us to add to the list! Also, every pet rescue needs pet food and supplies for their homeless pets!

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KIDS AND DOGS Kids Making a Difference Story and Photos Nancy Schmidt

My family and I have been organizing and participating in kid’s volunteer projects since before the kids could walk. Projects have included planting trees, making care packages for the homeless, creating Valentines for Seniors, collecting books for schools in need, cleaning up local parks for Earth Day, and more. One of my kids’ absolute favorite projects is helping animals who need forever homes.

For the past three years my friend, Amanda Sinha, and I have organized a kids volunteer project called Comfort for Critters at the Petique Humane Society Fun hands on learning location in North Phoenix. For this project, we get families together to make pet blankets and learn about the efforts of the Humane Society. Then, the children get to deliver the blankets and read to the animals at Petique. One year we even taught older kids how to sew with a sewing machine! They all really enjoyed the process, but we wanted to include younger children in the project too. So, last year we made nosew fleece blankets and that worked wonderfully.

This past year Amanda’s Girl Scout Troop supplied all the materials for the project and we ended up having a great turn out of families for making blankets. It was fun to watch families making the blankets together – in fact, we made over 40 blankets in just two hours! On blanket delivery day, we encouraged the children to bring their Placng the hand made mats in the cat crates favorite books to read to the animals as well. The staff talked to the children about the work the Humane Society does and how many animals find forever homes due to their efforts.

You should have seen the smiles of pride when each child received a volunteer certificate for their part in helping the animals! To me, there is nothing better than watching children give unconditional love to the sweet dogs and cats waiting for a forever home.

If you haven’t stopped by Petique at the Shops at Norterra, you are in for a different Humane Society experience. It is a pet boutique where you can adopt a dog or cat and shop for unique pet supplies. All proceeds of sales go to benefit the Humane Society of Phoenix. The staff at Petique does an excellent job welcoming the group, talking about the Humane Society and introducing all the animals staying there.

If you are interested in helping, contact the Arizona Humane Society or other animal shelter to schedule a visit or organize a volunteer project.

Reading creates special moments It is something that kids of all ages can participate in and it is so very worth it. Remember, we can all make a difference!

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Nancy and her family recently relocated to Boulder, CO where they continue to organize volunteer opportunities for kids and their families.

For an inspiring children’s book about how one spark of compassion can inspire others to be kind, read Nancy’s book, – The Little Spark That Grew – found on Amazon.

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HEALTH Essential Oils that Help Pets

By Jaclyn Wilbur and Julie Mayer, DVM

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Essential Oils are a hot topic in veterinary medicine. Many people are curious about them but are frightened off by horror stories they see on social media. We regularly use oils at the practice and have had amazing results.

We will always support safe over sorry. We do not recommend using essential oils without both knowing the sources of your oils and having a knowledgeable source, preferably a veterinarian, with experience with essential oils.

These are the most common essential oils we prescribe for our patients.

Lavender – One of the most gentle and accepted oils in the animal world. Lavender is often used for skin conditions, wound healing, fungal infections, muscle aches, frostbite or burns, and high blood pressure. It can be given to both dogs and cats orally, via petting (diluted) and diffusion. It is well known to be very calming; it reduces anxiety and helps with PTSD. Copaiba – One of the most anti-inflammatory oils, it often reduces or replaces NSAIDs. Copaiba is used for arthritis, skin allergies, GI ulcers, urinary disorders and more.

It can be given to both dogs and cats orally, via petting (diluted) and diffusion.

Copaiba helps to increase confidence and clarity. It also enhances the effects of other oils it is used with.

Lemongrass – A powerful antifungal, lemongrass also helps to regenerate connective tissues and ligaments. It is also antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-parasitic. It promotes lymph flow and helps with salmonella and even MRSA. A powerhouse, it is used for everything from cruciate injuries to digestive issues and parasites. WARNING – this is a hot oil so it must be diluted prior to use in animals. It can be used via diffusion and applied topically with a carrier oil.

Oregano – An oil that can be used for almost anything.

Everyone should have it on hand. It is an antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergenic; it is diuretic, wart removing, and immune stimulating, WOW! WARNING – this is a hot oil so it must be diluted prior to use in animals. It is not recommended for diffusion but can be applied topically with a carrier oil and even given orally.

Frankincense – A very important oil in the animal world, Frankincense is used for all forms of cancer, cysts, tumors, seizures, autoimmune disorders and so much more. It helps with animals that are depressed or emotionally scarred. It is generally safe and has been used in almost any manner in basically any species.

Essential oils have gained popularity, especially with Holistic Veterinarians. However, all brands are not created equal and some may seriously harm your pet. Please be sure to use oils that you know are sourced safely.

Some responsible suppliers are: the Doterra Company, Young Living, and Dr. Shelton (DVM) has a line especially for animals called AnimalEO. If you are unsure about an oil you want to use to treat a problem, please reach out to a knowledgeable veterinarian and ask questions.

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MAIN STORY The Arizona Pet Project Update

By Rocio Hernandez

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The handle to the shelter door feels heavier than expected. Your fingers tighten on the leash in hand. Your pet looks around, confused.

You feel your heart sink and your stomach turn, but you’ve weighed the options and you want the best chance, and the best care for your pet, even if it means having to surrender her. You approach the staff member waiting behind the desk, you fight back tears and steady your shaking voice as you say aloud, “I am here to surrender my pet.”

It’s a tragic situation that happens every single day.

Approximately 18,000 dogs and cats are surrendered each year in Maricopa County. Many families walk into the shelter lobby to relinquish their pets because they believe it is the best option – or their only option.

Luckily, there are organizations like The Arizona Pet Project that provide resources to keep families and their Next in line at a mobile pets together.

Through spay/neuter clinic compassion and dedication, The Arizona Pet Project works with hundreds of families each year to save the lives of their loyal companions.

When pet owners hear someone is considering surrendering his dog or cat, many may say, “I’d live out of my car rather than give up my pet,” and Steven, a veteran, attempted to do just that.

Steven moved from Ohio to Arizona several months after his wife and son passed away tragically. The job and housing he was counting on fell through, which is how he ended up living out of his car with his remaining family member, Orphie the cat.

After just half an hour on a 95-degree day in Phoenix, the temperature inside a vehicle can reach a life-threatening 129 degrees, and can become fatal for a pet in a matter of minutes. Even so, Steven tried to make this temporary solution work, yet temperatures continued to rise and Orphie became ill from the heat.

He knew it wasn’t safe to leave Orphie in the car while he searched for a new home and job. The desire to prevent any further suffering for Orphie drove Steven to decide to surrender his best friend to the shelter, but Steven wasn’t the only one coming to terms with the difficult decision to surrender his beloved pet.

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Jerry comfort and keeps difficult nights to a minimum by waking Jerry from traumatic night terrors related to his time in combat.

It would be unimaginable to surrender a loyal companion like Max. However, Jerry was dealing with unexpected car repairs and a flooded home. His savings were depleted, and to make matters worse, Max suddenly became ill. Jerry had no extra funds to afford hundreds of dollars in medical testing and was facing the decision of possibly surrendering Max so he could get the care he needed.

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family members again, but thanks to The Arizona Pet Project and their generous supporters, there was still hope for Max, Orphie, and over a thousand other dogs and cats like them.

Steven and Jerry both thought they would never see their furry

Formerly known as Friends of Animal Care & Control, The Arizona Pet Project began as the funding arm for Maricopa County Animal Care & Control. In 2005, with 105,000 animals entering the county shelter, the organization began funding a voucher-based spay Max napping with Jerry and neuter program in partnership with Maricopa County Animal Care & Control. Free surgeries were provided to reduce shelter intake and euthanasia.

Executive Director of The Arizona Pet Project Leanna Taylor explained, “We exclusively funded spay & neuter for 13 years, and combined with the collaborative efforts of many organizations, we’ve seen intake decrease to where it is now, at just over 40,000 dogs and cats across the Valley.”

While Taylor is pleased with this progress, she knows that 40,000 animals entering the shelter system is still too many. With this in mind, The Arizona Pet Project began examining shelter data and the

underlying reasons behind families’ decisions to surrender their pets.

“What we found was pet homelessness is often driven by sudden changes in family circumstances,” Taylor said. “A pet or human falling ill, a divorce, a death in the family, domestic violence, or a catastrophe.”

In 2017, The Arizona Pet Project launched the S.I.T. Stay program (Shelter Intervention Team, Helping Pets Stay in Homes) designed to keep families together. Through S.I.T. Stay, The Arizona Pet Project has kept more than 1,000 pets with their families.

For an average cost of $230, The Arizona Pet Project can keep a pet who is at risk of entering the shelter system safely in its home.

A shelter intervention counselor with The Arizona Pet Project meets with families who arrive at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control to relinquish their pet, with the goal of finding alternative solutions.

The counselor talks to roughly 250 to 300 families each week.

Support may come in the form of veterinary care, temporary housing, pet deposit support, or connecting families with other community resources. They not only address the needs to keep a pet in the home, but also provide support to the owners by connecting them with human service resources.

“Many of our clients are employed and have never been in a situation like this before. They find themselves suddenly facing a crisis,” Taylor said. “They don’t have any idea where to turn and often the shelter is their first stop. They care more about their animals’ health and safety, making sure they are in a good place, and they haven’t explored what options are available for themselves.”

Forty-five percent of families who are helped need medical services for their pets, including surgery, humane euthanasia, wellness services, or emergency treatment for illness or injury. There are several low-cost clinics in the community, but few offer free services for families in extreme financial distress.

Forty-four percent of shelter interventions are related to pet redemption assistance, which helps families cover countymandated fees to reclaim a lost pet that ended up in a shelter.

By helping to pay these fees to send pets home, the shelter is able to receive funding to care for pets who are truly homeless.

Through this impactful program, The Arizona Pet Project was able to keep Max and Orphie with their families by helping

to give Max the veterinary attention he desperately needed, and providing a week-long hotel stay for Orphie and Steven until The Arizona Pet Project could place them in transitional housing.

In addition to adding the shelter intervention program, last year the organization’s free spay and neuter program transitioned from offering vouchers in partnership with MCACC, to directly funding and managing mobile spay and neuter clinics.

Clinics are offered in communities with high stray and owner surrender rates as determined by shelter intake data.

Door-todoor community outreach conducted by staff and volunteers, as well as word of mouth, bring pet owners to these clinics and keep the schedules full.

The Arizona Pet Project provides these life-saving services through donations from generous supporters Mobile clinics are filled with all and attendees of major breed of dogs and cats fundraising events like the HERO Awards, honoring human and animal heroes in the community, and SNIFF, a signature event supporting free spay and neuter services.

SNIFF, hosted on November 8th this year, is an annual cocktail evening where Phoenix philanthropists can sip, shop, socialize and save lives. Guests will fall in love with adoptable dogs, enjoy delicious drinks and appetizers, and bid on incredible silent auction items all to raise funds for pets and families in need.

This year’s event will be the first since The Arizona Pet Project merged with the event’s founding organization, SniffAZ. SniffAZ began as an all-volunteer Valley organization in 2012. The two nonprofits joined forces in July 2018 and under The Arizona Pet Project name, the combined organization plans to grow its opportunities to help Valley pets and their families.

“Pets (and their people) in our community have benefitted greatly from the dedication and hard work of SniffAZ over the past six years,” Taylor said. “We are thrilled to continue our partnership with their passionate crew of volunteers and donors, in a new and exciting way - one that will impact thousands of additional dogs and cats and further reduce shelter intake and euthanasia in Maricopa County.”

Visit azpetproject.org for more information or to get tickets for SNIFF 2018.

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The Leader of the Pack howls!

We welcome Fall with open arms, the dogs are excited to play outside and the cold tap water is cool!

MCACC rejoins us as the cover story this issue, as they were originally in September 2016. What a difference a year makes! We are excited to share some of the major changes MCACC has enacted in the past 12 months. The playing cover dogs tell much of the story!

Our pet community is wonderful, it is such a thrill and honor to see the stories come together each issue. Dogs and animals are so entwined in our culture, and touch our lives in unexpected ways. We get to bring you some amazing stories that will touch your heart. Did you know the County Attorney’s office employs three full time dogs and handlers to help victims get through their court experience?

The new event season comes with the cool weather! The Event Calendar is filled with fun, dog-related activities. There is something for everyone, from adoptions to golf to Mutt Masquerades! Our Facebook Events calendar has these and even more ways to enjoy the canine community. We’ll be at many of them, hope to see you there!

Sonoran Desert Toads, aka Colorado River Toads, are the topic of our Health article this issue. Luckily, I’d read the story just before Chance, my turbo Beagle, found a large 7” toad on the patio. Being the hunter that his is, he attempted to grab it. I rinsed his mouth out after wrestling him off the toad.

Thank goodness, Chance was fine. Two nights later he caught another huge one (maybe the same one?) and brought it INTO THE HOUSE!! Now I feel sorry for the toad! The toad was escorted out and hopped off; Chance, again, had his mouth rinsed and showed no ill effects. That is luck, and one tough little dog!

Roxie says she’s excited for Fall! More road trips and visiting friends, and fewer cars. Cars can still getDog really hot November/December for the next few months though, 22 hot The Phoenix 2018 so she reminds us to not leave our dogs in the car. Remember the Hot Car bill that just went into effect!

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Most of us can work teach our dogs to the basic commands of sit, stay and drop it, but one Gilbert nonprofit goes much further; it brings dogs and military veterans together to create life-changing relationships.

American Service Animal Society helps veterans train their own dogs to become service dogs.

as your best friend.’’ This second phase typically lasts nine months to a year as the team delves into their customized service dog program.

Her talk rarely dissuades vets, some of whom have travelled all the way from Las Vegas each week to have their dogs trained and certified as service dogs.

Unlike other groups that provide already trained dogs to veterans in need, ASAS works with vets and dogs to graduate a well-trained dog that can help in all facets of life. Trained ASAS dogs can open doors, carry packs, turn on lights, block out crowding people, sense when their people are stressed, and even pick up credit cards off the floor.

The program, recognized by the U.S. Department of Defense, offers training at no cost to any qualified veteran. Veterans with all levels of disabilities, including PTSD, are eligible.

More in-depth work takes place in a secondary room at ASAS’s office.

It’s a doggie obstacle course, with light switches to be turned on and off, knotted cords to be pulled and baskets to be taken out of cabinets.

It’s important to note that ASAS is adamant about using positivereinforcement training. “We are building this bond of trust between the dog and the vet. How do you build a bond of trust using torture devices like shock collars,’’ Debbie asks. Jerry Abrahmson knows what it’s like to trust a dog completely. Because of exposure to Agent Orange, he has no feelings left in his legs. If he ever stumbles and falls, he has Butkus, a 110-pound Mastiff/Corso Como, who offers Jerry a steady way to get himself up. “He is the first thing I want to see when I look up,’’ Jerry said. Gentle giant Butkus is there to make sure Jerry has fewer falls. He is also expert in reading Jerry’s stress levels.

When Jerry gets stressed, Butkus puts his head on Jerry’s knee as a comforting check. This vet-dog partnership, forged at ASAS, is so successful that Jerry has been able to make 15 round-trip airline flights with Butkus.

“We work on the bond that has already been established between the dog and their person,’’ said Debbie Claseman. Debbie, a certified animal behaviorist, founded the nonprofit with her husband Gerad nearly 12 years ago. Because some vets do not have their own dogs, ASAS will work with rescue groups and breeders to get the dogs right for them. And there is no ‘right breed’ for training,” Debbie said, “some dogs are less suitable because they can become easily distracted,” she continued, “but it’s a mistake to stereotype For Deanna Hansen, her service dog, certain breeds as being untrainable,” Luna, also allows Deanna to go places Debbie concluded. One of ASAS’s star Debbie Claseman & Gemma Mae, she would never have considered graduates is Nutmeg, a nine-pound Deanna Hansen & Luna, Jerry Abrahamson & Butkus going before, including a production of Chi-weenie, who opens doors, does perimeter checks and turns on lights before her person gets through the “Phantom of the Opera’’ in Tempe. Life for Deanna, before service door. “Nutmeg is a stand-out for us,’’ said a justifiably proud Debbie, dogs, meant staying very close to home, where the Navy vet felt safest. “she’s a superstar.’’

Standard Poodle Luna is expert at helping Deanna get the space she needs away from home. It’s a skill Luna learned at ASAS. To illustrate, ASAS offers two phases of training, Debbie uses one of ASAS’s training grocery carts to crowd into Deanna. with multiple steps in each phase. The With her eyes always on Deanna, Luna nimbly blocks Debbie’s moves. first phase focuses on foundational Luna is never distracted from making sure Deanna is comfortable and skills and lasts 16-20 weeks. After safe. “She goes everywhere that I go,’’ says Deanna, who was taking this basic training, Debbie has ‘the Luna with her to the dentist that day. talk’ with the veterans about turning their pet/companion into a service Protector, companion, brace, blocker, stress reliever. These dogs can do dog. “Because for your dog to be it all. It costs about $40,000 to train a certified service dog, but vets a service dog it requires just as like Jerry and Deanna know the ASAS dogs are priceless. much discipline from you as it does from the dog, your dog has to be ASAS provides dogs at no cost to qualified veterans, and is funded rock solid,’’ she tells the vets. “Their primarily through the kindness and generosity of individuals, companies, obedience and social skills must and foundations that believe in what they do. Since ASAS is a 501 c be stellar. They will become living, 3 charity, individuals who reside in Arizona can take advantage of the breathing medical devices, as well state tax credit. Visit www.dogs4vets.org for information.

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SPECIAL FEATURE Holiday 12K’s of Christmas event celebrates 10-year Anniversary

By Cathy Davila

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For many dog lovers and runners, a staple in the holiday season is the Fulton Homes 12K’s of Christmas event. 2018 is the 10th anniversary of this run that Runner’s World magazine ranks in the top 10 races for the whole family, and one of the top 11 races to run with your dog! You don’t need to do the run or walk to enjoy this event though, just strolling the grounds and seeing the people and dogs dressed up in funny holiday outfits will keep you laughing all morning!

Christmas concept together. Hey Bear never made it to the 12k’s as she passed away a few weeks before year one, however she did visit the event site and gave her blessing unknowing that cancer would take her quickly after.”

The 12Ks is much more than a race. Over the past nine years, the race event has donated over $90,000 to local animal rescues and helped almost 2,000 pets find forever homes. Race organizer Darryl Toupkin tells PDM his goal is to reach $10,000 in 2018.

When you walk the 12Ks events, the number of volunteers is inspiring.

“We have anywhere from 150 to 200 volunteers every year help out with the event, helping to staff water stations, judge costumes, handle registration, vendor Kids can volunteer too! set up, and helping set up at Santa’s Pet Village. On top of that we have an additional 100 to 150 volunteer carolers on the course!” Darryl told PDM.

Over 20 local pet rescue groups will be in Santa’s Pet Village, there to educate you Race organier Darryl Toupkin and Frosty more about the animals they help and to raise money by selling fun Christmas gift items for you and your pets. Dogs, cats and rats - they will all have adoptable pets just waiting to find a forever home this Christmas.

PDM ask what inspired Darryl and his wife, Kathleen to create the 12Ks. “We both love Christmas and of course animals, and saw a huge problem with so many pets needing loving homes. Both being active runners, we decided why not help make a difference while at the same time putt on a running event that would celebrate Christmas and reach out to all ages and abilities?

A Christmas celebration for the community!”

Another inspiration was the couple’s love for, Hey Bear and Bagel, a pair of Beagles who captured their hearts and traveled everywhere with the couple. Darryl shared “They were also a big inspiration in putting the 12k’s of

“Bagel on the other hand was the ambassador for many years. She was amazing, she always loved being in front of the camera wearing her Santa costume. After she crossed the Rainbow Bridge, she was even recognized by Friends of Animal Care and Control at their annual Hero Awards as an Over the Rainbow Bridge recipient.”

Wear a Santa Suit, dress up the kids as Elves, put costumes on your pets, and decorate your Wagons and Strollers. If you are a runner or walker, the 12k’s of Christmas offers a 12k run, 6k run/walk and a 1.2k “Santa Sled Run” for families. There are Christmas carolers and performers along the run/walk route and Santa has wrapped gifts under the tree for the most Christmas spirit and the best Christmas-themed running outfits (on people and their pets).

This is a don’t-miss event each year, this year’s run is Dec 8th Christmas characters at Freestone Park in Gilbert. everywhere you look!

Santa’s Pet Village and the Christmas Bazaar are open from 7:30 am through 12:30 pm with FREE admission. Run/walks begin at 10:00.

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Area Dog Park LISTINGS

Valley-wide dog park listings are available at www.phoenixdog.net.

Be sure to follow the individual dog park rules posted at each park!

West Valley Dog Parks Avondale

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Friendship Park 12325 W McDowell

Petsmart Dog Park at Glendale YWCA 8561 N 61st Avenue

Alta Vista Park 10631 W Williams Road

Surprise Community Park 15930 N Bullard Avenue

Pioneer Community Park 8755 N 83 Avenue

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Buckeye Sundance Park 22865 Lower Buckeye Road 2 fenced areas, one for large and one for small dogs.

El Mirage Gateway Park 10100 N El Mirage Road

Foothills Park 19021 N 57th Avenue Northern Horizon Park 7800 N 63rd Avenue Saguaro Ranch Park 9802 North 59th Avenue

Goodyear Roscoe Dog Park 15600 W Roeser Road

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Parkridge Park 9734 W Beardsley Road Scotland Yard Park 9251 W Scotland Avenue Sunnyslope Park 9280 N 71st Avenue

Citizen’s Dog Park of Youngtown 11300 W Alabama Avenue

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TRAINER TIPS Dog Sociability

By Jessa Parker

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Puppies and dogs don’t always come with good house manners or good public manners. Dog owners can train their dogs to be calm around others and mold a canine partner who can join them on many adventures. The key is to create positive experiences with other dogs and people.

A positive experience doesn’t always mean direct interaction. There will be many times when you spot another dog across the park without meeting it. Teaching your puppy or dog that it’s ok to see other dogs without interacting can help prevent leash reactivity later.

• Reward your puppy for seeing the other dog and staying calm.

Then encourage your puppy to look back up at you for another treat. Continue this as you walk past the other dog.

Puppy Playdates vs the Dog Park A puppy playdate is like having some friends over for dinner. A dog park is like attending an outdoor music festival - there will be lots of strangers behaving in a variety of ways, not all of them polite.

• Keep any play session short and sweet. Inevitably one of the dogs will get tired and want to rest. If the other playmate doesn’t let his friend rest, the friend is likely to get irritable. It is always ok to calmly remove your dog from the situation when he begins to get too tired or overwhelmed.

• Bring food and toys to make sure it’s a lot of fun for your dog.

Only use food or toy items you are confident your dog will not be possessive of with other dogs. It’s best to bring more than one kind of treat as a special distraction, just in case your dog encounters something he finds scary or overwhelming. If your dog refuses the food, he is too fearful or too distracted. Walk away from the area until he is able to relax or refocus on you.

• Praise your dog for good interaction, and encourage him to come “check-in” with you periodically. If you can, use food, make fun sounds, and call your dog when he is nearby and not actively playing. Give him a reward for coming to you, then send him off to play again. Before long, your dog should start coming to “check-in” all by himself. Reward periodically so the behavior stays reliable.

Learn to speak dog It’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with signs of stress in dogs.

Keep in mind that stress isn’t always a bad thing. You can be stressed from excitement as well as fear. If your puppy cowers or wants to avoid meeting someone, don’t force him. Instead back away until he begins to relax, then try using food to reward him for checking out this new person or object. You can put treats on the ground, or have a human calmly hold a treat out for your puppy.

Ask your dog if he wants to meet a new person by encouraging him to approach the person, rather than letting someone reach out and start petting. Have a new person hold his hand out or crouch near your puppy, but ask him to wait for your puppy to approach first.

Encourage new people to let your puppy sniff them, and then to pet your puppy under his chin rather than over his head. This will be less overwhelming, and it will also encourage your puppy to look up.

Sign up for a group training class.

A puppy obedience or puppy agility class is similar to a child’s sport team, dance class, or camp; a structured setting to meet others and learn some new skills. Adult dogs also often benefit from working in a group class setting. A good way to test these basic social skills is the American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen certification. You can take a course with your dog to prepare, or find a local CGC evaluator to test your dog’s skills.

If obedience training isn’t your style, keep in mind the basics will help if you choose to pursue a more active class or sport. Consider taking a class that appeals to your dog’s natural breed instincts. A herding breed might love the indoor sport of Treibball, while a hound could be super skilled at Scent Work or Barn Hunt.

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TAKE A HIKE! Jewel of the Creek-Spur Cross Conservation Area Story and Photos Mare Czinar Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. For Arizona desert dwellers, November and December are prime hiking months. After suffering through months of brutal heat, cool temperatures and the sweet smell of dewy creosote are finally welcoming hikers back to local desert trails.

it. Of course, pack out all waste including anything Fido might drop.

Native fish, amphibians and reptiles including elusive desert iguanas and Gila monsters call this muggy biosphere home.

Surrounding floodplains Pent up hankerings to trek among host acres of mesquite Elephant Mountain seen cacti and mesquite are easily trees and sunny grasslands Saguaros near the creek from the Dragonfly Trail quenched on any of the Valley’s that gradually melt into grow large and tall hundreds of miles of trails. saguaro-studded foothills. Sightings of deer, javelina, rabbits, coyotes, waterfowl and lizards are sure to tickle canine curiosity.

But if you and your canine companions With all its variety, the preserve is a pleasure to hike any time of a have a nose for something a little more year, but it’s even more spectacular in winter when creek side foliage unusual, the Jewel of the Creek Preserve glows in shades of lemon and gold and sparse episodes of snow in Cave Creek offers myriad dog-pleasing fleece the landscape. attractions. Situated along a jungle-like section of perennial Cave Creek roughly The 1.03-mile Dragonfly Trail Loop and the 0.62-mile Harry Dalton Trail 30 miles north of Downtown Phoenix, Loop twist through the preserve’s canyon-bound habitats. Although this short, moderate-rated hike makes for a the 26-acre Desert Foothills Land Trust satisfying trip, it links with dozens of other property at the edge of the Spur Cross trails making it easy to lengthen your trip.

Ranch Conservation Area is open to the The adjoining 12-plus-mile Spur Cross system, public daily from dawn to dusk.

Tonto National Forest routes and the ValleyLayla the rottweiler takes a Like a perfectly cut gem, the Jewel of the break at a scenic overlook circumnavigating Maricopa Trail that connects Creek Preserve has many faucets.

10 county parks over it 300-mile course offer with her family hikes of varying lengths and difficulty levels.

Its location at an intersection of washes, creeks and mountains creates numerous Whichever way you choose to wander through microclimates and ecosystems. With this fascinating greenway, the visually-rich its access to life-giving water and Rowdy will have hiked hike through one of Arizona’s most precious mineral-rich rangelands, the area is environments will leave you feeling relaxed nearly 2000 miles rife with archeological and heritage together with his owner and your doggie ready for a nap. sites that document centuries of human by the end of this year occupation. Check out the Maricopa County Parks website for ranger-led hikes LENGTH: 2-mile loop to some of these intriguing and fragile RATING: moderate historical resources. Closest to the creek, ELEVATION: 2150 – 2400 feet forests of cottonwoods, sycamores and GETTING THERE: 44000 N. Spur Cross Road, Cave Roadie is a frequent hiker willows clutter around shallow pools and Creek. tangled cattails. This rare strip of desert From Cave Creek Road go 4.5 miles north on Spur Cross oasis harbors enough wildlife to send Road to the Jewel of the Creek trailhead on the left. even the best-behaved dogs into frenzy Additional parking and the permit kiosk is a short distance mode. To protect the many sensitive up the road beyond the stables. plant and animal species, please keep FEE: $3 daily fee per person (exact change required) dogs on leash and under control. The FACILITIES: restrooms temptations to chase and dig will be INFO & MAPS: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/ overwhelming. People, too, should parkrespect and preserve these sensitive locator/spur-cross-ranch-conservation-area/ alcoves and irreplaceable wildlife Desert Foothills Land Trust habitats by staying on designated trails Hikers cross a plank bridge https://www.dflt.org/jewel-of-the-creek-preserve and leaving everything as you found over Cave Creek 30

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ADOPT US! We Are Ready to Hike with You All dogs are available through AZk9.org or email azk9org@gmail.com

ASIA Is there a cuter face? Asia loves to hike and is wonderful on leash. This active 7-year-old loves any activity.

Her favorite is swimming. www.

AZk9.org HOUSTON A silly, happy Bully looking for an active family to take him for daily hikes/ runs. About 8-years-old.

Enjoys playing with dogs his size.

Azk9.org BINDI An athletic, 65lb mature dog, Bindi has basic training down; and is good with other dogs, an intro is required. Loves to play tag, tug of war, and wrestle.

GUERAGuera is a hero, she is our resident blood donor! She is the sweetest dog and loves to jump up and give hugs.

CLARA Shy with new people, being the only pet in a quiet home without small children would be best. She has a heart of gold.

DARBY Looking for a family who will take her for walks/ hikes, spoil her with games of fetch and cuddle on the couch at the end of the day. www.phoenixdog.net

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KITTY KORNER Train your cat?!

Story and Photos by Carrie Pawpins

There are many misconceptions when it comes to cats and one of the most common is that cats can’t be trained. In fact, clicker training is something that many cats really enjoy doing!

The first step in clicker training your cat is figuring out what is motivating for them. Pick a treat that they love and will want to do tasks for. Some of the most popular high value treats are chicken, freeze dried salmon, Inaba Churu Lickable cat treats, or even meat baby food. Once you know what your cat’s motivation is, you are ready to train!

First things first though - we must teach the cat what the click means. But do we really understand what the click means ourselves? The purpose of using a clicker is to mark the behavior that High value treats are key you want your cat to do and that you want repeated. Using a clicker gives the cat a clear signal that “yes, this is the exact moment you did what I wanted.” In order to help the cat make the association between the click and knowing it was the right thing to do, the clicker must be “charged.” This means clicking and then giving your cat a treat immediately to make the association that a click equals a treat. If the cat wants the treat, he/ she will do whatever caused you to click the clicker, again.

Once the association between click and treat has been made we can start teaching our cats different tricks! Some of the easiest ways to teach your cat are by capturing, luring, or targeting.

Capturing is when you just wait for the Clicker examples cat to do a behavior that you like, sit is a great one that is easily captured. Once you cat sits, click and give it a treat. Most likely he will stand up to eat the treat, if not you can give the treat a little farther away to get him to stand up so that you have the opportunity to capture him sitting again.

Luring is when you use something enticing so the cat wants to follow it.

With luring you can teach your cat to jump through a hoop, jump off the counter, spin, and so many other fun behaviors. Simply move the lure in whatever direction you want your cat to move and then click and treat when he has moved towards the lure. Start with small movements and work your way up to further distances so that your cat begins to understand what you are asking of him.

Targeting is when you teach a cat to touch a part of his body to a specific object. A target can be your finger, a straw, a wooden dowel, or even a post-it note. The moment your cat touches the target, you click and treat. You can use this to teach head bump, high five, or ‘come.’ With clicker training we always want to set our cats up for success by starting small and asking for a little more as learning begins.

Clicker training is a great way to alleviate boredom in the cat that has a ton of energy, and it’s also a fun way to build your relationship with your cat. Kittens and cats of all ages are great candidates for clicker training. No cat is too old to learn a new trick. If your cat is not motivated by the reinforcer you have chosen, don’t get frustrated, just pick a different treat, do your session before a meal, or maybe the cat is more motivated by a little affection or play time. Each cat is an individual and will work at its own pace with its own rules.

Have some fun clicker training your cat and make sure to share your progress for the world to see that cats can be trained!

Carrie Seay, AKA Carrie Pawpins, is the owner, trainer and behavior consultant at purrfectbehaviorsolutions.com and PHX Behavior Center in Phoenix. Reach her at 480-216-7223

Whether you are wanting to resolve a behavior issue, are preparing to bring a new cat into your home, or want to have some fun and teach your cat tricks, Purrfect Behavior by Carrie Pawpins is here to help!

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HORSIN’ AROUND Clydesdale – The Gentle Giant

By Bridget Grobowski

Photos USACPF

It may come as a surprise to even those who have been involved with horses for a long time, but the Clydesdale, one of America’s most iconic breeds, is at risk of domestic extinction. The Gilbert-based USA Clydesdale Preservation Foundation is working hard to educate and promote the preservation of this most easily recognized draft breed.

The Clydesdale’s rich history has been intertwined with people and agriculture from its origin in Scotland and its use within the United Kingdom, to the preindustrialization era United States: from plow fields to transportation. As society’s needs have changed, the Clydesdale has slipped into Vulnerable or Threatened positions according to the Equus Survival Trust and The Livestock Conservancy.

“If we don’t open our eyes and do something, we’re going to wake up one morning and they’ll be gone,” Rebecca Stivers, Clydesdales are great with children director of USACPF, said.

“Everything they did for us to get us into industrialization, is no longer there. We’ve got to give them something back.”

The non-profit foundation offers education and hands-on activities to the general public, school children, veterinary students and other groups. In demonstrating its great capacity to be a riding horse, the goal is to educate the public about the Clydesdale’s role in history and to promote its role in today’s horse industry.

Stivers’ personal ties to the breed, known for their role in Budweiser advertising, began in her home state of Iowa. She worked in equine therapy and with draft horses because of their temperament. She purchased her first Clydesdale during a trip to the Iowa State Fair 21 years ago.

“Then I went back and got two more, and then I went back and got two more, and then we ended up with six,” she said. After purchasing five more, three of the six were utilized in her equine therapy program when Stivers learned about the Clydesdale’s population risk.

The USACPF was formed

by Stivers and a group of volunteers. In the first couple of years, the Foundation began a

Promotion as a riding horse

research project to understand the scale of the issue.

The research The newest addition to the herd, Cait project found that many Clydesdale breeders are retiring because of a lack of opportunity to make money, or because no one—after generations of family breeding— will be taking over the business.

As the USACPF looks to the future, a strategic business plan guides the group’s next moves. Future plans include drafting legislation, building a new barn, passing on six years of preservation tactics to Clydesdale breeders and enthusiasts, and encouraging the creation of similar organizations around the world.

The Foundation focuses on education, presentation, and providing handson experiences for the general public at more than 100 events per year.

The upcoming schedule on the group’s website is already pushing into next year with events ranging from “Ride a Clyde” to “Morning Coffee with the Clydesdales.”

The hands-on experiences are where Stivers observes a palpable difference.

“We have had many moments out here that are tearful. When people come out here and connect with them—they’re not doing therapy—but the Clydesdales are a natural therapist. We see a lot of changes in people, like I did for years in my profession.”

One unique event is “Clydesdale Bath Day,” where anyone is welcome to help bathe the horses. Visitors can get up close and personal with a breed that is often seen in a working hitch, where it cannot be petted or approached.

As Stivers told PDM, “You get to see these magnificent animals, but you can’t get close. Everything we do here is hands on, and about presentation and history.”

Their hope is to inspire the same awe and love that Stivers, the board members and volunteers have for these animals.

“It’s hard not to love them when you look at them,” Stivers said. “But that’s not why I love them. I love them because Clydesdale Bath Day they are the gentle giants, because of their temperament and ability to care for people.”

To learn more about the USA Clydesdale Preservation Foundation, how you can help the Clydesdales or volunteer, visit www.usaclydesdalepreservationfoundation.org. www.phoenixdog.net

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Breed Specific Rescues & Shelters

DOGS Airedale Terrier Airedale Terrier Rescue airedaleterriers.org Akita Akita Advocates Relocation Team AkitaAdvocates.org Alaskan Malamute Alaskan Malamute Rescue arizonamalamutes.com American Brittany American Brittany Rescue americanbrittanyrescue.org Australian Cattle Dogs/ Blue Heelers/Red Heelers/ Queensland Heelers Desert Hills Heelers K9 Rescue www.deserthillsheelers.org Heeling Heelers Hearts heelingheelersheartsdogrescue.com

Australian Shepherds Amazing Aussies Lethal White Rescue of Arizona www.amazingaussies.com

Listing rotates Breed-specific and Non-Breed-Specific each issue. See the website for both lists!

Aussie & Friends www.aussiefriendsrescue.com Basset Hound AZ Basset Hound Rescue www.azbassetrescue.com Beagle AZ Beagle Rescue www.azbeaglerescue.com Beagles of AZ Rescue Club www.azbarc.com Southern Arizona Beagle Rescue www.soazbeaglerescue.com Bernese Mountain Dogs AZ Bernese Mtn Dog Rescue arizonabernesemountain dogrescue.com Border Collie Arizona Border Collie Rescue www.azbcr.org Boston Terrier Boston Terrier Rescue www.azbtrescue.org Boxer Almost Home Boxer Rescue www.almosthomeboxers.org Boxer Luv Rescue www.boxerluv.org Bull Terriers Saguaro State Bull Terrier Rescue

Chihuahua AZ Chihuahua Rescue azchihuahuarescue.org Cocker Spaniel Cast Off Cockers castoffcockers.org Collie Southwest Collie Rescue nmcollierescue.com Dachshunds Dachshunds Only Rescue dachshundsonlyrescue.com Happy Tails Dachshund Rescue happytailsdr.org Dalmatian Lucky Dog Rescue (Dalmations & other dogs) luckydogrescue.org Southwest Dalmatian Rescue dalmatianrescueaz.org Doberman Pinscher Desert Harbor Doberman Rescue of AZ azdoberescue.org English Bulldog Love-A-Bull Bulldog Rescue web.me.com/karebear92179/ Love-A-Bull/ English Springer Spaniel English Springer Spaniel Rescue springerrescue.org German Shepherd, Belgian Malinois Saving Paws Rescue AZ savingpawsrescueaz.com German Shorthair Pointer Cooper’s Chance (GSP & other dogs) cooperschance.org Giant Schnauzer Valley of the Sun Giant Schnauzer Rescue vsgiantschnauzerrescue.org Golden Retriever AZ Golden Rescue arizonagoldenrescue.org AZ Golden Retriever Connection azgrc.org Rescue a Golden of Arizona golden-retriever.org Golden Retriever Rescue www.golden-retriever.org Great Dane Great Dane Rescue of AZ greatdanerescueofazalliance.com

Dave Haven, Inc. danehaveninc.com Great Pyrenees AZ Great Pyrenees Association azpyrs.com Greyhound AZ Greyhound Rescue azgreyhoundrescue.org AZ Adopt A Greyhound arizonaadoptagreyhound.org FastDogs Fast Friends www.fastdogs.org Greyhound Pets of America - AZ www.gpa-az.com Racing Home Greyhound Adoption www.racinghome.info Jack Russell Terrier AZ Jack Russell Rescue, Inc. www.petfinder.org/shelters/ azrussellrescue.html Jack Russell Rescue of Scottsdale jrtconnection.com Labrador Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue dlrrphoenix.org

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SMALL PETS GUINEA PIGS Piggie Poo Rescue piggiepoo.org

Schnauzer Miniature Schnauzer Rescue azschnauzer.org

RATS-DOMESTIC Any Rat Rescue-Scottsdale anyratrescue.org

Shetland Sheepdog Mid-AZ Shetland Sheepdog Rescue sheltierescueaz.com

REPTILES AZ Herpetological (480) 894-1625 Can’t take Desert Tortoises or Sulcatas (large tortoise)

AZ Sheltie Rescue azsheltierescue.com

Phoenix Herpetological Society (480) 513-4377 Desert Tortoises or Sulcatas ONLY

Siberian Husky AZ Siberian Husky Rescue and Adoption ashra.org Springer Spaniel Springerpaw Ranch springerpawranch.com Weimaraner AZ Weimaraner Rescue arizonaweimaranerrescue.com Yorkshire Terrier Yorkshire Terrier Rescue yorkiefriendsrescue.com

MIXED BREEDS

SUGAR GLIDER/ HEDGEHOG AZ Sugar Glider Rescue Azsugargliderrescue.com

WILDLIFE AND LIVESTOCK RESCUES BIRDS East Valley Wildlife Pigeons, doves, song birds, water fowl, rabbits, squirrels drop off only (480) 814-9339 Herons-Liberty Wildlife Based in Scottsdale (480) 998-5550

Newfoundland Mesquite Newfoundland Club Rescue mesquitenewfclub.net

Puggle Arizona Puggle Rescue azpuggle.org

CATS

Adobe Mountain Hawks, owls, eagles, raccoons, skunk, javelina (623) 582-9806

Pitbull & Bully Breeds Big Bully Rescue bigbullyrescue.com

AJ’s Best Friends Purebred Cat Rescue ajsbestfriends.org

LIVESTOCK AZ Dept of Agriculture (602) 542-0872

May Day Pit Bull Rescue maydaypitbullrescue.org One Love Pit Bull Foundation www.oneloveaz.org Pit Bull Rescue valleyofthesundogrescue.com Pittie Me Rescue pittiemerescue.org Poodle AZ Poodle Rescue arizonapoodlerescue.org

Animal Loving Friends ALF.petfinder.com Cherished Tails Sanctuary-Marana cherishedtails.weebly.com Cool Cats Rescue coolcatrescue-az.org Fearless Kittie RescueFountain Hills www.fearlesskittyrescue.org Hope for Cats-Chandler hopeforcats.org AZ Maine Coon Cat Rescue www.azmccr.org Rescue League-Phoenix FB/rescueleaguephoenix

Pug AZ Pug Adoption and Rescue Network arizonapugrescue.com

RABBITS

Rottweiler Phoenix Area Rottweiler Rescue phxrottrescue.org

DOMESTIC RABBITS Tranquility Trail Rescue and Sanctuary tranquilitytrail.org

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Saint Bernard Greater SW St Bernard Rescue greaterswsaintbernardrescom

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AZ Llama Rescue azllamarescue.org 602-339-2485 PIGS Pot Belly Pigs Ironwood Pig Sanctuary

WILD ANIMALS/ NATIVE/ PROTECTED Adobe Mountain 623-582-9806 AZ Fish and Game – Coyotes 623-236-7201 Liberty Wildlife 480-998-5550 Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center 480-471-9109

Pet Supplies/ Food/ Accessories

Dogs Etc. 7142 E 5th St Scottsdale 480-947-2480 Paw Tree-Bret Hjerpe 602-696-1604 QRPets Qrpetstore.com The Pet Club All Valley Locations www.thepetclub.net

Veterinarians Arizona Humane Society Campus for Compassion 1521 W Dobbins Road Phoenix 85041 602- 997-7585 Integrative MedicineDr Julie Mayer, DVM 312-405-6444 integrativeveterinarian.com MWU Clinics 5715 W. Utopia Rd, Glendale 623-806-7387 mwuanimalhealth.com

Pet Health/ Medical

Nature’s Way Botanicals NaturesWayBotanicals.com 800-376-1057 Zona’s Essential Oils 4705 E Carefree Hwy 112 Cave Creek 85331 480-575-9662 Shopzonas.com

Boarding/ Kennel/ DayCare Circle Mountain Pet Sitting New River, Circle Mountain area 623-810-7630 Happy Pets Palace and Playground 1918 East McKellips Road 480-207-1852 happypetspalace.com HeartStrings 480-895-4683 930 E Riggs Rd Chandler 85249 HeartStringsPet Resort.com Thia’s Family Pack 602-303-7738 Pawtree.com/thia

Lugari Pet Salon, LLC 7901 E Thomas Rd, Suite 105 Scottsdale, Arizona 85251 (480) 636-7087

Molly & Friends Pet Grooming 16551 n Dysart Rd ste 100 Surprise, AZ 85378 Basso Botanicals mollyandfriendspet Basso Botanicals.com gooming.com bassobotanicals@gmail.com (623) 388-6921

LatchKey Petz LatchKey Petz.com Medmetrics Compounding Pharmacy 4995 S Alma School Rd Ste 4 Chandler, AZ 85248 480-883-3800

Petique Norterra The Arizona Humane Society 2460 W Happy Valley Rd Ste 1149 602-761-2973

Purrfect Behavior Solutions purrfectbehaviorsolutions. com 480-216-7223

Rescued Treasures PACC911 Store 3841 E. Thunderbird Rd #c-103 602-923-1820

Thia’s Family Pack 602-303-7738 Pawtree.com/thia

Service Animals American Service Animal Society 480-802-9339 www.Dogs4Vets.org AZ Dog Sports 12639 N 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85032 602-237-6775 www.azdogsports.com Canine Companions for Independence www.cci.org Thia’s Family Pack 602-303-7738 Pawtree.com/thia

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All About Restful Pets (602) 826-9862 allaboutrestfulpets.com

Canine Colostrum 800-834-7656 livingstreamhealth.com

Ironspoon Ranch Training Center 7040 W Baseline Rd, Laveen 85339 602-373-9054 or 602-237-4607

Pet Trainer AZ Dog Sports 12639 N 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85032 602-237-6775 www.azdogsports.com Bark Busters 877-500-BARK www.BarkBusters.com

Animals in Disaster Thrift Store 5036 E. Van Buren Phoenix 602-918-7373 Mesa Thrift Store The Arizona Humane Society 1110 W. Southern Avenue 602-997-7585 Ext. 4300 BH Rabbit Rescue Thrift Store 3851 E. Thunderbird Rd, #111, Phoenix 602 482-3990 Cave Creek Thrift Store Arizona Humane Society 13401 N. Cave Creek Rd 602-761-2971

Pet Lifestyle/ Events American Cancer SocietyBark for Life Relayforlife.org/ barkvalleyaz Ann Hoff Animal Communicator and Artist Annhoff.com 520-349-3909 Contact Zonies Agility Melrose Paradise Recreation Club 11424 N. 30th Street Phoenix Contactzonies.org Doggie Street Festival Doggie Street Festival.org/ phoenix DuffeeLand Doggie Days www.facebook.com/ DuffeelandDogPark Flash and Hound Pet Photography www.flashandhound.com 602-903-8903

Twisted Events 602-292-3200 www.twistedevents.org/ smashn

Friendly Advertisers 1100KFNX 602-277-1100 www.1100kfnx.com

Insurance Farm Bureau Financial Services 6554 E. Cave Creek Rd, Ste 4 480-575-0710 www.agentlesliejensen.com

Food and Drink Cave Creek Olive Oil 6201 E. Cave Creek Rd, Ste A Cave Creek 480- 595-3157 cavecreekoliveoil.com Tito’s Handmade Vodka www.titosvodka.com/dogs

Real Estate Barret Financial Group-Mark Field 2168 E Williams Field Rd #245 Gilbert, AZ 85295 602-241-2500

Furry Friends FestivalBrittany Rescue www.facebook.com/ FURRYFRIENDSFESTIVAL

Realtor for the Rescue RealtortotheRescueAZ.com 480-295-2619

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Pet Directory & Pet Friendly Businesses

D&D Pet Supplies www.ddpetsupplies.com PO Box 1055, Wittman 85361

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RESOURCE INFORMATION

KNOW YOUR LOCAL RESCUES in case you need them.

If you lose a pet:

• Search your home and property - your pet could be injured or stuck somewhere.

• Check with your neighbors - speak with as many people as you can. Search the neighborhood • Get online. Post on websites. Some sites let you create your Lost Pet flyer, so have a picture of your pet and phone number ready. Other sites to post on are : Craigslist, Lost Dogs Arizona Facebook page, and/or Straydar Facebook page. Post your flyer on the County mapping website, other sites can then see it and help find your dog. www. maricopa.gov/Pets/lostpet. Post your flyer online and around the neighborhood.

• Contact your local rescues and report your missing dog.

• Visit the two County locations quickly and every 24-48 hours. By law, the shelters are only required to hold a lost or stray animal for 72 hours. After that, the animal becomes the county’s property. You can also call Maricopa County at 602.506.PETS or visit their website and utilize their interactive mapping tool to see if animals were picked up in your area and to post your flyer.

• Visit the Arizona Humane Society Sunnyslope campus. Take a picture of your pet and his medical records. Ask to check the lost pets in the Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital and check their adoption floor. The 72-hour hold for strays applies here too.

If you find a stray with no tags:

• Ask around the neighborhood in case the dog lives nearby.

• Contact your local rescue. They will try to help and can often scan the pet for a microchip and may be able to find a foster to take the dog if you cannot host it. A veterinarian can also scan the dog for a microchip and check for a tattoo.

• Stray dogs that are sick, injured, or abused, and healthy puppies under three months old, can go to the Arizona Humane Society. You can bring them to the Sunnyslope campus or call their EAMT Dispatch Center at 602-997-7585 Ext. 2073 from 8 to 6 PM daily.

• Try to list the dog online, there are many sites who will do this.

• You may also surrender a healthy stray dog to Maricopa County Animal Care and Control.

Maricopa County Animal Care and Control Both shelters for lost/stray animals, adoption services, pet surrender, dog licensing, rabies vaccinations, and microchips.

West Valley Animal Care Center 2500 S 27th Ave (27th Ave, South of Durango) Phoenix 85009 602-506-7387 East Valley Animal Care Center 2630 W Rio Salado Pkwy (Loop 101/Rio Salado Pkwy) Mesa 85201 602-506‑7387

Important Information

Pet Emergency Arizona Humane Society Emergency Ambulance Service 602-997-7585 Ext. 2073 8 – 6pm daily To report animal abuse: 602-997-7585 Ext. 2073 (“0” after hours) or fill out our online form.

Services are free and available daily from 8 – 6pm Arizona Humane Society Sunnyslope Lost/stray puppies, cats, injured strays, spay and neuter services, Microchipping 9226 N 13th Ave Phoenix 85021 Phone: 602-997-7585

24-HOUR EMERGENCY VETERINARIANS PHOENIX/SCOTTSDALE/ CAVE CREEK 1st Pet Veterinary Centers www.1stpetvet.com 520 W Union Hills Dr Ste 105 Phoenix 85027 623-849-0700 Animal Medical & Surgical Center www.animalmedicalandsurgical.com 17477 N 82nd St Scottsdale 85255 480-502-4400 BluePearl Veterinary Partners www.eac-az.com 2260 W Glendale Ave Phoenix 85021 602-995-3757 Phoenix Veterinary Referral & Emergency www.phoenixvrec.com 4015 E Cactus Rd Phoenix 85032 602-765-3700

Vet Med www.vetmedaz.com 20610 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix 85024 602-697-4694 BluePearl Veterinary Partners www.eac-az.com 22595 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 110 Scottsdale 85255 480-949-8001

The Scottsdale Veterinary Clinic www.scottsdaleveterinaryclinic.com 7311 E Thomas Rd Scottsdale 85251 480-945-8484 VCA Paradise Valley Emergency Animal Hospital www.vcaspecialtyvets.com/ paradise-valley-emergency 6969 E Shea Blvd Ste 150 Scottsdale 85254 480-991-1845

EAST VALLEY 1st Pet Veterinary Centers www.1stpetvet.com 1233 W Warner Rd Chandler 85224 480-732-0018

Ironwood Animal Hospital www.ironwoodanimalhospital.com 85 W Combs Rd #116 Queen Creek 85142 480-888-2299 WEST VALLEY

BluePearl Veterinary Partners www.eac-az.com 86 W Juniper Ave Gilbert 85233 480-497-0222

BluePearl Veterinary Partners www.eac-az.com 13034 W Rancho Santa Fe Blvd Avondale, 85392 623-385-4555

1st Pet Veterinary Centers www.1stpetvet.com 1423 S Higley Rd #102 Mesa 85206 480-924-1123

BluePearl Veterinary Partners www.eac-az.com 9875 W Peoria Ave Peoria 85345 623-974-1520

VCA Animal Referral and Emergency Center of Arizona www.vcaspecialtyvets.com 1648 N Country Club Dr Mesa 85201 480-898-0001

POISON HELP Pet Poison Helpline www.petpoisonhelpline.com 855-764-7661

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RESCUE NEWS AZK9 Rescue

By Anne Thomas

Photos AZK9 Rescue

When you talk with Courtney Anderson, founder of AZK9 Rescue, about animal rescue and two things quickly become apparent: she has yet to meet a dog in need she cannot help, and, addressing pet overpopulation in the Valley is her passion.

Courtney grew up with dogs as family members, but it wasn’t until she volunteered at a local animal Courtney with the pit crew shelter that she realized she wanted to be more involved with dog rescue.

“I and other volunteers decided to start AZK9 because we wanted to focus on rescue and sterilization,” Courtney said. “We knew no matter what, we’re not going to be able to adopt our way out of the problem when families can’t fix their pets because they can’t afford it or don’t know better.”

Thus was born Lost Paws Sterilization, Education, and Rescue.

In 2010, the rescue was merged with a friend’s rescue, AZK9 Rescue, but the mission and focus for Courtney has never wavered. “We’ve always rescued from off the county euthanasia The volunteer crew list and in 85009 zip code, which has the highest number of stray animals,” she explained to PDM. Since Courtney speaks Spanish and enjoys interacting with the community, it was a perfect fit.

It is in this area, from 19th Avenue to 51st Avenue, and Buckeye to Thomas, that the rescue focuses most of their outreach and education, providing for spaying and neutering under a voucher program.

One way the group found to improve their success for decreasing the unwanted pet population in this area, was to offer free vaccines when a pet was being fixed. “We go into the community, going door-to-door to make contact with families or leave a flyer on the door,” Courtney said.

In addition to sterilization and free vaccines, the weekly clinic also offers low-cost microchipping.

According to Courtney, AZK9 Rescue never turns away people who want to fix pets, even if they show up without an appointment or with an injured pet. “A lot of what we’ve done is help low income families keep their pets,” she said.

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Courtney’s passion also extends to helping dogs others consider less adoptable, harder to place, overlooked, and those in need of a second chance.

During her time volunteering in a local shelter and now with AZK9 Rescue, Courtney sees the need to focus on helping Pit Bulls and The Spay Neuter Clinic team Chihuahuas. “We wanted to do more for Pits and Chihuahuas,” she said. “People don’t go to the shelter looking for them, so we looked for a different angle that shows they are great breeds and are great with children.”

While the group is an all-breed rescue, Courtney said they also like to focus on senior dogs because they hate to see them in shelters. Courtney clearly remembers one such dog, a senior Pit Bull at the county shelter that had horribly chopped ears and just wanted to lay on the damp concrete.

Once they got her out, they noticed that she was full of mammary tumors.

“We thought we would have her for a few weeks and give her a dignified goodbye,” she said. But after proper veterinarian care, she ended up living for three years with Courtney and her fiancé, Aaron Bolduc, who is her “rock” and part of the rescue group. “She was everything a Pit is, loyal and forgiving,” she said. “She would just melt when she saw kids.”

One way for the community to get involved and help AZK9 Rescue is to participate in their upcoming “Get Fit with Pit” challenge program. Approved volunteers take rescue dogs out for hikes, Vera-first medical senior we ever posting pictures on social media brought into the rescue and socializing the dogs in the process. “It’s a cool way for people to honor their New Year’s resolutions and to help change people’s minds about some breeds, and to advertise our dogs,” she said.

AZK9 is celebrating their eight-year anniversary. In that time, they have rescued 600 dogs and helped 15,000 families sterilize their pets! “We are a small but mighty rescue,” Courtney said. “We care about our cause and we are pretty proud about what we started!”

Visit with AZK9 at facebook.com/AZK9Rescue or on their website www. azk9.org

CRITTER CORNER Saving Undervalued Lives

By Serena O’Sullivan

Photos Any Rat Rescue

“They’re very unique. They’re like a cross between a cat and a dog... only they don’t bark like dogs. I really enjoy their company!”

Since its founding in 2004, Any Rat Rescue has helped to save the lives of nearly 1,500 rats, according to its website.

The organization rescues about a hundred rats a year from various different backgrounds.

What would you think if I told you the animal in question is a rat?

Outdated doubts about pet rats often scurry around people’s minds, but Any Rat Rescue is here to let people know that the furry rodents can actually be excellent pets.

“I think people are curious about rats, but they just don’t want to approach it,” Associate Director Margaret Benson said. “For example, people think rats are dirty. They’re only as dirty as you let them be, just like dogs. If you’re not picking up after your dog, of course your dog is dirty, right?”

To Benson, one way people can stop seeing rats as dirty is simply to give them a chance. “We try to teach people why rats aren’t really icky and try to get people to pet them, though we never force rats upon anyone. It’s more educational, and it works very well.”

When the all-volunteer organization isn’t caring for rescued rats, they’re educating the public about the misunderstood animals. During Christmas time, volunteers will set up gift-wrapping booths near Barnes & Noble stores throughout the Valley for donations to help save rats.

They also go to local museums to teach children how to care for the animals.

“We do a lot of science-related activities at the Arizona Science Center,” Benson told PDM. “We do the summer program for the kids, so we do educate them and teach them how to handle rats. We always tell them, ‘We’re generalizing, but rats are just like people. They have their own unique personalities.’”

“We do try to help and provide everything,” Benson said. “We provide everything for vet bills, so a foster never has to pay for the vet.”

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When Benson first started, most of the rats they rescued were from pet stores or snake owners who bred them for food. Now, it’s a different story. “Lately, we’ve also been rescuing strays. People find them in the backyards, on the grills, in the shed. Nowadays, people take pictures and send them to us, and we can say, ‘Oh, yes, with the coloring and behavior, we know that’s a domesticated rat.’”

Although their organization is small, relying mostly on their team of fosters and volunteers, they have helpful supporters, like PAC911, as well as partner groups they team up with for adoption events.

It’s been a busy 11years for Benson, but she still becomes touched when a rat finds a new home. “It’s a commitment and a half, it truly is!

You know, sometimes it’s hard, but it really gives you a sense of joy,” she smiled.

Rats may not bark like a dog or purr like a cat, but they’ve got an adorable charm all of their own, and there are plenty at Any Rat Rescue looking for open-minded families.

Find out more, volunteer or foster at anyratrescue.org, phone 480.663.3338

Benson has loved rats ever since she rescued a baby from being snake food. “I became involved with rats through a neighbor friend who fed rats to their pet snake. The new rat was pregnant and had a bunch of babies.” One of those babies was Louie, who sparked her lifelong love for rats, though she didn’t discover Any Rat Rescue until 11 years ago.

“I was reading a free magazine, and I saw Any Rat Rescue listed. I wanted to adopt, but they needed foster homes, so I ended up fostering, then I grew from there and now I’m assistant director!” Benson laughed. www.phoenixdog.net

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CELEBRATION OF LIFE All About Restful Pets Story and Photos Bonnie La Russa

Hospice, Palliative Care, Euthanasia, and End-of-Life services are all words none of us pet owners want to hear. Our hearts break just thinking about this pathway for our dearly loved pets. When friends and family tell us stories of having to put their dogs “to sleep,” we all silently hope it will not happen to us and our companions.

Our team of veterinarians are pet parents, too, and have the passion to be the premier in home hospice, palliative care, euthanasia, and end-of-life company in the Valley. We are very excited about the launch of our new company and hope you will find reassurance and help in our being a resource for you when and if that time does come.

Unfortunately, many of us will come to that fork in the road. If you do, we want to be your go-to resource to help you with your pet in a compassionate and caring environment. We firmly believe…. “That No Pet Should Ever Suffer,” and will go above and beyond while we care for your pet.

We decided to start All About Restful Pets when we were told Peanut, our beagle should be put down because she had Intervertebral disk disease (IVDD), and a failed back surgery. After interviewing a few in-home companies, we realized there was something missing, and thought we could do better. The rush to collect a fee almost sealed the fate of our Beagle. No one suggested a cart for her, or explored any other options.

We are the company that will think outside the box, and truly evaluate your dog, your situation, and all of the options for your companion.

Today, Peanut thrives in her cart and is a happy, fun loving dog that did not get prematurely put to sleep without exploring every possible alternative solution. That is what we offer you and your dog.

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Dignity and Compassion for Your Trusted Companion In Home Pet Comfort, Hospice and Euthanasia

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It goes without saying that pets can be some of our best friends. They are an integral part of our lives, and it can be difficult to imagine your life without them. Having to cope with end of life decisions for your animal companion can be emotionally trying and often causes uncertainty navigating how to best handle your pet’s end-of-life experience. At All About Restful Pets, we specialize in providing in-home comfort, hospice, and euthanasia services for your pet, allowing you to make the best decisions possible for your pet.

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Pet Hospice Care: There comes a point when treatment options no longer can cure your pet, and it becomes time to focus on providing the maximum amount of time and comfort.

We will compassionately help your pet through pain management, and mobility support, to ensure that you and your pet spend your days as comfortably as possible.

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Pet Euthanasia: At a certain stage, you may have no other option, it is understandably a difficult decision. In-home euthanasia allows your pet to feel safe, be around their people, be in a familiar environment, and eliminate a car ride of going to the Veterinarian’s office.

The entire process will be done with dignity, respect, and with no discomfort to your pet.

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After-Life Care: Once your pet has passed peacefully, we can handle all after-life care arrangements for you.

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A toy can bring a lot of joy to a shelter pet while they await their forever home.

Collection Dates November 19 - December 16 Toy drop off boxes will be at all Pet Club stores in Maricopa County.

See www.TheSantaPawsProject.org or facebook/TheSantaPawsProject for additional box locations

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