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Welcome to the fall issue of CityDog Magazine featuring the best of the West as it pertains to all things dog!

This issue includes our special Home+Living Guide, with a feature about creating a holistic home for you and your hound (page 24). And, what’s truly living without a COOL GEAR vacation? In this issue, we’ve for hot SPECIAL dug up the best places to sit, DOGS TECH GADGETS, TOYS, TREATS AND MORE! stay and play with the entire LIVING GUIDE family, two- and four-legged CREATING A HOLISTIC HOME FOR YOU AND YOUR HOUND + MORE alike, from a mountain resort with a miniature golf course in Leavenworth, Wash. to 3,300 acres of kid and canine bliss in Sunriver, Ore. (page 20).

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When it comes to life and living with dogs, helping those in need is the mark of a great society and the Pacific Northwest is well on its way to becoming a truly compassionate community. We are proud to live in a place that lends a helping hand...or paw...with a number of services, which you can read all about on page 28. With the dog days of summer behind us, it’s time to break out those Halloween costumes and get ready to party with your pooch at the fifth annual CityDog Howl-at-the-Moon Muttmixer,

Thursday, October 27th at the lovely Woodmark Hotel in Kirkland. There will be a costume contest with awesome prizes and of course, tricks for treats! And, speaking of holidays, it’s never too early to start your shopping, and this issue is packed with some great gift ideas in our Cool Products section on page 12 as well as our special CityDog Showcase on page 17. There’s a little something for you and your fellow dog lovers as well as fun stuff for Fido! We even found some of the latest and greatest tech gadgets to keep you and your canine connected, from remote two-way cameras to GPS tracking devices. Earlier this year, we launched a licensing program for CityDog Magazine to be published independently in other cities and I am pleased to announce our newest licensee, CityDog Baltimore! Check out their website at citydogbaltimore.com, subscribe to the magazine and give them a warm welcome to the CityDog Pack! And, if you are interested in launching your own magazine about life and living in the city you love with the four-legged love of your life, then please visit our website at citydogmagazine.com. Woofs & wags! Brandie Ahlgren, Founder & Editor CityDog Magazine | citydogmagazine.com P.S. Be sure to join the CityDog Pack and follow us on Twitter and Instagram {citydogmagazine} and “like” us on Facebook !

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17 CITYDOG SHOWCASE

32 HEALTH+WELLNESS

11 BOOKS WE LOVE

20 FAMILY GETAWAYS

34 BEST BEHAVIOR

12 COOL PRODUCTS

24 HOLISTIC HOME

35 SOCIAL CALENDAR

16 SECRET LIFE OF PETS

28 HELPING HOUNDS

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IN LOVING MEMORY: BILL WALTERS The pet community lost a dear friend, William (Bill) Hardy Walters III, who passed away on July 22, 2016 after a two-year battle with cancer. Bill is survived by his wife, Nicki, parents Bill and Pam Walters, sister Molly and her husband Gary, two nephews, Josiah and Zachary and niece Sarah, as well as his Dalmatian Branimir and four rescue kitties, Charlie, Ivy, Silvi and Autumn—as well as a long list of friends including all of us at CityDog Magazine. A native to the Northwest, Bill’s first love was music, playing the trumpet then moving on to guitar, drums and keyboards. His career began in the music industry as sound engineer and tour manager for several bands, but it didn’t take long for Bill to figure out his other passion, animals. While in college and like most students, Bill needed to earn some extra cash and came up with a business idea—a dog waste management service that he aptly named Pooper Trooper. Today, Pooper Trooper is a successful small business providing a level of service that Bill took so much pride in and for good reason—not only is Pooper Trooper widely respected in the community, the company donates a portion of their profits to animal welfare agencies. If you haven’t already figured it out, Bill was a huge animal lover and he also loved nature and watching animals in their natural habitat. He volunteered at PAWS in Lynnwood, Wash. and participated in many local animal fundraising events. Pictured above is Bill at PAWSwalk, where he and his Pooper Trooper team raised thousands of dollars each year. The dogs Bill visited on his Pooper Trooper routes became his buddies and clients would comment on how much they love listening to him speak so kindly to their dogs. At home, you could always find Bill with one of his rescue cats or Branimir snuggled next to him. Bill was also a sports fan—a HUGE sports fan—and loved all his local teams, but there was no bigger Seahawks fan than Bill! He tailgated regularly and supported his team throughout good times and bad. And, you can find Bill’s name outside of CenturyLink Field as a tribute to being a Sounders season ticket holder from their very first year. Bill truly loved life and he was all-in with everything he did. He loved deeply, hugged big and laughed heartily. He loved attending rock shows, playing music, collecting vinyl and drinking locally-crafted beer. But, what he loved most of all was his wife Nicki, dog Branimir, four cats, Charlie, Ivy, Silvi and Autumn, and his business Pooper Trooper. We miss you Bill Walters—the animal community lost one of its biggest advocates, the pet industry lost a pioneer, and I lost a dear friend. Your legacy lives on in all of the animals you helped, the business you built and your beautiful wife Nicki. Top from left: Bill and Branimir; Bill and pooper trooper Paula Johnson at PAWSwalk. 8 • CityDog Magazine

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After treating his dog’s pain with traditional clinical interventions, Joe John’s turned to medical marijuana. Joe’s dog, Odie, a 16-year-old shih tzu, was diagnosed with cancer. After discussing treatment plans with his dog’s veterinary oncologist, Joe decided that medicinal marijuana offered new hope for managing Odie’s pain. The Pacific Northwest is home to quite a few pet-based medical marijuana companies, commonly referred to as hemp or cannabidiol (CBD) based businesses. Canna-Pet, one such company, located in Washington state, works to help benefit pets through whole plant extract CBD-based products with high bioavailability. Starting with cannabis plants, Canna-Pet products provide extracted therapeutic benefits absent the psychoactivity of THC and are non-toxic to pets. In laymen’s terms, dogs receive the medicinal benefits without the ‘high’ often associated with marijuana. As in the case of Odie, many veterinarians are granting approval for medical marijuana and major pet insurance companies offer coverage options. Working toward a quality life is one of the reasons Mr. Johns turned to medical marijuana, as the side effects of Tramadol limited his dog’s experiences. Sleep became the constant, “I wanted Odie to experience a pain-free, active life.”

Joe’s concerns for his dog is universal among pet owners who are searching for effective ways to help them manage their pet’s health. Drowsy dogs can be the norm when dealing with pain control. Pet-based medical marijuana offers an alternative treatment free of THC resulting in a better experience for both the patient and pet parent. Approximately 50% of the United States has legalized marijuana, and medical marijuana has been used to successfully treat human patients’ cancer side effects for years. Tapping into this alternative treatment is seen as the next logical step by many in the animal community. Specially formulated, medical marijuana can often relieve symptoms that limit a dog’s quality of life. Medical marijuana for pets is widely used to treat a variety of conditions including cancer, seizures, digestive support, joint discomfort, muscle spasms, digestive disorders, anxiety, and to help soothe anxious dogs. The Department of Clinical Sciences at Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine’s recent survey reported a high degree of successful outcomes for dogs using medical marijuana. These included relief of seizures or convulsions, increased mobility, and higher pain tolerance. For the last year of his life, Odie benefitted from medicinal marijuana and remained relatively pain-free throughout his treatments. Founded in science, pet-based medical marijuana companies like Canna-Pet are committed to helping pets by making nonpsychotropic products available for adjunct and palliative therapy. Veterinarians and pet owners together are safely exploring this relatively new advancement in pet health with results pointing to positive outcomes. Check with your veterinarian if you think your dog might benefit from CBD and perhaps you’ll find that medical marijuana is one more tool available for you to help treat Fido.

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Shaggy Dog Eats! BY CHRISTY BRIGHT BOOKS WE LOVE Shaggy Dog Eats: 30 Recipes for Easy, Delicious DOG Treats offers easy to make treats with everyday ingredients, from Pumpkin Pupsicles and Peanut Butter Bones (pictured above) to Minty Chicken Jerky. All 30 recipes have been researched and developed in author Christy Bright’s own kitchen and feature tasty, healthy, dog-safe natural ingredients. Try them in your own home for some tail-wagging approval!

Pumpkin Pupsicles Ingredients 1 can 100% pure pumpkin puree 1 cup (237 ml) plain yogurt ½ cup (118 ml) peanut butter 1. Blend all ingredients until smooth. Pour into ice cube trays, muffin tins, or disposable cups. Stick a dog treat bone in the middle of each treat. 2. Freeze for 12 hours, pop them out when they are frozen, and serve.

Peanut Butter Bones Ingredients 2 cups (473 ml) whole wheat flour 1 tablespoon (15 ml) baking powder 1 cup (237 ml) peanut butter 1 cup (237ml) low-fat milk) 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (191°C). 2. In a bowl, combine flour and baking powder. In another bowl, mix peanut butter and milk. Add the wet mixture to the dry mixture and mix together well until it forms a dough. 3. Turn out the dough on a lightly floured surface and knead. Roll out the dough to about ¼” (6.3 mm) thickness and cut into shapes. Place on a greased baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until lightly brown. Cool on a rack and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three weeks or freeze.

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Gracing this issue’s cover is three-year-old Otis Fitzgerald Rose, a dapper pug from Portland, Oregon. Pet photographer Lindsay Hile spotted Otis among a sea of pugs at Oregon Humane’s annual Pug Crawl and immediately fell in love. The love-at-first-sight meeting turned into a photo shoot in the Pearl District and the result is this gorgeous fall cover!

Flash’s Song BY KAY PFALTZ BOOKS WE LOVE Do you believe in miracles? After reading Flash’s Song, my guess is you will. Flash’s Song is the true account of how one person discovered the secret of miracles. Freelance writer Kay Pfaltz was living a quiet, simple life with her three beloved dogs when suddenly her life turned upside down. While coming to terms with a failed relationship, she must take her ailing dachshund, Flash, in the for back surgery. But when the vet tells Kay that Flash’s problem is not a disc but in fact a tumor growing on his spine, and Flash has, at most, three weeks to live, Kay is devastated. Here begins a journey of self-discovery and recovery that will open Kay’s heart to the greatest miracle of all.

Grab the tissues—Flash’s Song tells the story of amazing canine courage and remission against all odds. It is a ballad of love and redemption and a moving account of how Flash’s three-week prognosis became five and half miraculous months of learning, loving and finally accepting. Written in luminous prose, accompanied by poignant photos, and filled with keen insight into love, faith and the power of forgiveness, Flash’s Song is not only a heart-warming ode to a little dog but also the tribute to life and an invitation to cherish every moment of it. “In the end, I realize that the true miracle was more than Flash’s prolonged health and life,” writes Pfaltz. “The miracle was the wisdom I gained within myself, a deeper knowledge that we are all part of the same universe, eternal and evolving, connected at our best by love.” Indeed.

Finding Home BY TRAER SCOTT

Almost 10 years after her first book, Shelter Dogs, photographer Traer Scott introduced us to a new set of shelter dogs in Finding Home: Shelter Dogs and Their Stories. BOOKS WE LOVE

We met Molly, a sweet and affectionate senior golden retriever. “It’s always particularly heartbreaking to see senior dogs in shelters; they seem so bewildered and lost. Fortunately, Molly was able to find a loving home.” We meet Cody, a two-year-old greyhound who competed in 21 races, only to be transferred to a shelter just weeks after his retirement. We meet Gypsy, a beautiful Siberian husky, surrendered to the shelter because her family’s housing did not allowed dogs. We meet many, many more—most, but not all, with happy endings. Finding Home is an eloquent plea for the adoption and welfare of our animal companions and now you can find Traer’s luminous photography in 12 notecards, featuring 12 shelter dogs and 12 adoptions—all accompanied by stories of how each dog found a home, these striking notecards are a remarkable tribute to dogs in all their individuality. $14.95; Princeton Architectural Press.

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{COOL PRODUCTS} WHAT’S COOL FOR HOT DOGS t Pom Poms for Your Pooch Now even Fido can show his team spirit during the big game, with these colorful pom poms. Comes with two pom poms — attach one to his collar and one to his leash or one for each dog—Pomchies also has matching headbands and accessories for humans. $7.95 at pomchies.com.

q Kenyan Collars Hand-beaded by Maasai women in Africa, these beautiful leather collars by The Kenyan Collection are one-of-a-kind works of art. Choose from a variety of collars and patterns—there are even matching bracelets for you. $40-$90 at thekenyancollection.com.

p Motivational Mutts When mornings come early, we all need a little motivation, whether we get it from our cats, canines, caffeine or all of the above. Motivated by their own Lab-mix Roxanne, RCTees hand-prints each design in black ink on a super soft, American Apparel tee; $24 at etsy.com/shop/RCTees.

Sweater Season is Here u The forecast for the foreseeable future calls for cold—make sure Fido is ready with a super soft alpaca sweater, intricately hand-loomed by Peruvian artisans. Alqo Wasi features a variety of new fall colors including “Breeze,” pictured here and perfect for fall. $38-$48 at alqowasi.com. 12 • CityDog Magazine

{COOL PRODUCTS} WHAT’S COOL FOR HOT DOGS t Recycled Rovers These whimsical leash holders by Kings Bench Creations are hand made using reclaimed wood and recycled materials. Simply provide a photo of your pooch and choose a style, from leash holders to angel ornaments—all in the likeness of your fourlegged friend. etsy.com/shop/KingsBenchCreations

Not All Who Wander Are Lost (except for Fido) u Make sure he’s found with a personalized pet ID tag from WagnTags. Or, choose from a variety of designs to show off his personality. Handcrafted right here in the US from lightweight aluminum and printed with high quality inks to ensure a lasting, quality pet tag. $10 at etsy.com/shop/WagnTags.

p One Fur All, All Fur One One Fur All candles are specially made to freshen pet-loving homes, with delicious scents for the fall season like Apple Cider, with just the right blend of apple juice, cloves and cinnamon. Or, Pumpkin Spice—a blend of pumpkin, cinnamon sugar, maple butter and vanilla bean. Made with 100% natural, dye-free soy wax, with no paraffin or petroleum by-products. $19.95 at onefurallpets.com

Put Your Hands Together u Keep warm while expressing your love for canines, with these cute and cozy wool gloves by talkingloves. Hand-knit in Istanbul, Turkey, choose from a variety of colors and designs to keep your digits toasty warm this winter. $36 at etsy.com/shop/talkingloves.

Wag Tag Design u Each tag by Wag Tag Design is custom made for your canine, with over 15 symbols to suit your pup’s style. Each letter, number and symbol is carefully stamped into your choice of brass or nickel and polished by hand. $21 at etsy.com/shop/wagtagdesign.

t Animal Instincts, High Design Inspired by her schnauzer Atticus and a desire to brighten lives with some sparkle, each piece by Carrie Cramer Fine Jewelry is expertly handcrafted in Los Angeles by master jewelers. Choose from a variety of breed silhouettes or customize your own. Each piece comes in sterling silver, plated gold or solid white, silver or yellow gold. Add a diamond collar or all-over pave diamonds for some extra bling. From $195-$2,500 at carriecramer.com.

Saving Spot One Collar at a Time u These Saving Spot designs by Poochie-Pet are inspired by rescued dogs everywhere. To celebrate these special pooches, a portion of your purchase of a Saving Spot collar goes to help organizations dedicated to providing adoption and rescue services. $17.99 at poochie-pets.net.

t New Design by NelliDesigns Cozy up by candlelight with NelliDesigns’ new Wag design featuring original artwork by WACSO of GoWACSO.com. Each candle is poured with natural soy wax into recycleable glass with cotton wicks—good for your home and good for the environment. As an added bonus, each sale goes towards a donation to rescue groups to help ensure more dogs and cats find a home with more loving familes nationwide. $25 plus more designs at nellidesigns.com. 14 • CityDog Magazine

Fun House for Fido u Bow Wow Dog Houses are proudly made in the US using eco-friendly, upcycled wood. Each custom house comes with a wide palate of choices in material, stain and paint colors plus the design platform allows you to add a variety of standard and custom features that enrich your pet’s comfort and safety including a front porch, sliding windows, side swinging door and a deck. Heck, these houses are so awesome, you may want to move in with your mutt. Sizes range from petite to jumbo at bowwowdoghouses.com.

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t Found My Animal Inspired by a fisherman in the family, these leashes by Found My Animal are hand-spliced to withstand hundreds of pounds of pull and the ends “whipped” (an old nautical term) for additional durability. Also, on the ends are solid brass lockable carabiners designed to allow additional safety plus an individually-numbered, stamped tag. Choose from a variety of colors. Pictured here is “Galaxy,” perfect for fall and features a matcing collar. $64 at foundmyanimal.com.

Boutique, barkery and spaw, located in the heart of downtown Kirkland • food • treats • toys • apparel • unique gifts for dog lovers Bring this ad and get $5 off your purchase of $25 or more Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires March 31, 2017.

p Teepees for Your Pooch We’ve stayed in a dog-friendly teepee before (check out cherrywoodbbandb.com), but now your hound can have one of his own. This cozy hideout made by our friends at P.L.A.Y. (Pet, Lifestyle and You) is constructed of 100% natural cotton canvas and pine wood poles plus it features a circular front opening and removable interior cushion for comfort. Designed for easy set-up, introduce a fun space for Fido to hang out at home. Starting at $69 at petplay.com.

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SECRET LIFE OF PETS The secret life of pets is secret no more with these cool gadgets that allow you to track, feed, monitor, and even play with your pooch from anywhere.

t Easily Feed Fido From Anywhere The easyFeed automatic food and water dispenser makes caring for your pooch convenient and interactive. Not only are pets fed the proper portion at each meal and provided with fresh water for all day hydration, the easyFeed’s built-in camera and microphone also gives you the ability to video chat, ask them to perform tricks and reward them with a snack. Currently available for $290 through Kickstarter and will be delivered starting in November. For more information, visit whygosh.com/pets.

Lights, Camera, Action u u Never miss a moment with your mutt, with the Pet-Peeps PetCam. The Indoor HD PetCam can be setup in minutes--just plug in the PetCam, load the free app on your phone or tablet, and you’re ready to enjoy viewing your pet from anywhere. Features include Sharp 1280 x 720 HD resolution, remote control pan and tilt, two-way audio and motion detection with email alert. For a discount code, see Pet-Peeps’ ad on page 18. $149.99 at pet-peeps.com.

u Have fun with your pooch when you’re not at home. Petcube Play, the next-gen Petcube Camera, is redesigned from the ground up and more compact in size. It promotes real-time play and exercise with an optimized laser toy. Petcube Bites is an interactive treat cam designed to help pet parents care for their pets remotely, treat and reward them. Both come with 1080p HD video, 4x digital zoom, night vision, two-way audio, and sound and motion detection. $149 at petcube.com.

Make a Play Date With Your Dog u Similar to a hamster ball, the PlayDate smart ball rolls around wherever you direct it, right from your phone. There is a navigation controller and buttons that trigger actions like playing a “squeak” or taking a picture/recording video. A stabilized camera lets you see all the action in smooth, real-time HD. $169; available at indiegogo.com.

Fitbit for Fido u p Whistle While You Work The Whistle GPS Pet Tracker combines the best on-collar GPS tracking device with a simple mobile app, putting your pet’s needs and location right at your fingertips whenever you need it. Receive notifications via app and text alerts when your pet leaves their home zone. For a discount code, see Whistle’s ad on page 17. $79 at whistle.com. 16 • CityDog Magazine

Gain insight into your dog’s health, behavior and wellbeing with the Voyce. Kind of like a Fitbit, but for Fido, the Voyce measures key vital signs like heart and respiratory rate, activity level, rest time and calories burned, then stores the information online, so you can stay proactive about your dog’s overall health plus share vital information with your vet. $299 at mydogsvoyce.com.

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{DOGGONE GETAWAYS} SIT, STAY + PLAY

FAMILY

FRIENDLY

WHEN IT COMES TO VACATION, FAMILY FRIENDLY ALSO MEANS FIDO FRIENDLY.

BY BRANDIE AHLGREN | PHOTOS BY JULIE CLEGG, J. NICHOLE SEARS, LUNA AZUL + JULIE AUSTIN

Whether your kids walk on two feet or four paws, family is family. And, when it comes to your family vacation, finding a place that accommodates both can be challenging. To make it easy, here are our top picks of places to sit, stay and play with the whole family, two- and four-legged alike.

Sunriver Resort. Located at the base of the Cascade Mountains near Bend, Oregon, Sunriver Resort sits on 3,300 acres, with 35 miles of pathways to stroll with your pooch, two swimming pools to enjoy with the kids, 26 tennis courts, an amphitheater, two parks, four golf courses, a spa, an airport, a marina and horse stables—plus, there’s the Village at Sunriver featuring a variety of restaurants, retail shops and the Sunriver Country Store. With over 70 accommodations available for you and your hound including private homes in Caldera Springs and guestrooms at Lodge Village, Sunriver is one of the dogfriendliest places on the planet—okay, maybe not the planet, but pretty close! Sunriver is also super kid friendly—how could it not be with a place called Fort Funnigan? Fort Funnigan is a state-certified day camp, with all sorts of fun things for kids including arts and crafts, outdoor adventures, or “monkeying around” on the indoor bouldering wall. Kids have the run of the place, literally, with a 2,000 square foot indoor play area and another 3,400 square feet outside in the fenced play yard.

Icicle Village Resort. Located in Leavenworth, Washington, Icicle Village Resort features 26 rooms dedicated to dogs, all located on the first floor of the Icicle Inn with easy access to a pet garden for potty breaks. Four-legged guests receive a goody bag with yummy treats and chew toys plus food and water bowls in the room upon arrival.

Top left and right: Sunriver Resort features two kid-friendly swimming pools or rent a canoe and paddle the Deschutes River. Above: You will find fun for the whole family at Icicle Village Resort. 20 • CityDog Magazine

On the property, at the Icicle Junction, there is plenty of room to romp for both human and canine kids including a miniature golf course, arcade room, two swimming pools, a sports court to play basketball or volley ball, barbecue areas, and a big screen TV to watch your favorite teams (when we say “big,” we mean really big—the TV is 10 feet wide by 7.5 feet tall). During all major breaks from school, the Icicle Junction also offers free arts and crafts for kids. And, just for gown ups, you can get your Goomsba on—the Goomsba Package at Icicle

Village Resort includes accommodations for two, complimentary hot breakfast buffet, a two-litre growler of Icicle Brewery beer and two Woody Goomsba beer steins. Who is Woody Goomsba you ask? He’s the 18” tall, nut-cracking mascot of Leavenworth. For Woody’s top picks, visit leavenworth.org.

Surfsand Resort. Located in Cannon Beach, Oregon, the Surfsand Resort sits perched on the Pacific and is just steps from Cannon Beach’s world-famous landmark, Haystock Rock and the mild temperatures of the coast make it an ideal destination any time of year. Winter storm watching has become quite popular and at the Surfsand, families can brave the beach or cozy up in a waterside room and watch the waves crash along the shore. Speaking of rooms, a suite at the Surfsand features a comfy king sized bed, double sofa sleeper, large soaking tub, separate walk-in shower, gas fireplace and oceanfront balcony, and four-legged guests enjoy a welcome basket filled with goodies just for them, with a pet bed, towel, placemat, food and water bowls and of course, treats. Clockwise, from top left: Surfsand Resort is located literally steps from the beach, with water stations to rinse sandy paws; the miniature golf course at Icicle Village Resort; fly a kite with your pooch along the Pacific at Seabrook.

The Surfsand also features the Wayfarer Restaurant & Lounge, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily as well as in-room service plus complimentary Saturday ice cream socials and seasonal Sunday weenie roasts and beach bonfires. There is also a heated indoor swimming pool and hot tub plus massage rooms and a fitness center with saunas. Ideal for little ones, the Taffy’s Kids’ Club at the resort features board games, a complimentary DVD library, kid’s crafts and activities, sand toys, cabana service on the beach and a special kid’s menu at the Wayfarer Restaurant. In Cannon Beach, be sure to visit Dogs Allowed, where you will find organic food and treats plus toys and accessories—all tested and approved by Hailey, the store’s resident black Lab. For the sweet-tooths in the family, swing by Bruce’s Candy Kitchen—you can’t miss it with its hot pinkstriped storefront. Operated by the same family for four generations, Bruce’s makes award-winning saltwater taffy among other candy confections.

Seabrook. If you thought you had to go all the way to Cannon Beach to find a family-friendly, seaside getaway, think again. Located less than a three hour drive from Seattle, the community of Seabrook features approximately 250 privately-owned homes, with more than half

available as vacation rentals. It’s also one of the only destinations along the Washington coast to have a heated indoor pool. There’s also an outdoor basketball court, bikes for rent, an extensive path for walking and running, a restaurant/pub, grocery store, and a thriving retail district, with a pet store, bakery, and ice cream parlor. For some beach time, rain or shine, pack up the kids and head South on Hwy 109. A few miles down the road, take a right onto Roosevelt, which will lead you right onto the sand. If your rig is up for it, you can drive right onto the beach. Fly a kite, play some fetch or take a leisurely stroll. Afterwards there is nothing better then packing the messy, cold and tired-out gang back into the car and returning to your Seabrook cottage where warm showers, hot cocoa and a crackling fire await!

Vacations by the Sea. Located in the sleepy fishing town of Westport, Wash. just two hours from Seattle and three hours from Portland, pet-friendly Vacations by the Sea is situated just steps away from 18 miles of sandy beach and total doggy bliss. There are 192 condominium homes in the complex spread among 12 buildings with a centrally located spacious clubhouse. The clubhouse features a large hot tub and heated seasonal swimming pool (so bring your swimsuit), plus barbecue grills and a well equipped exercise center. There is also Fall 2016 • 21

a large grassy play-field perfect for kids (two- and four-legged alike), a basketball court, horseshoe pits, playground and even a putting green. And, don’t worry about packing all of your sports gear. You can check out equipment such as basketballs, volleyballs, putters and golf balls at the clubhouse. Also, located around the property are pet waste baggy stations and a wash station for sandy feet and paws. The town of Westport, located just a few minutes from Vacations by the Sea by car (or even better, by walking or biking along the boardwalk) is a working fishing town and the surrounding waters and shorelines are filled with delicious treats. From September through May, you can try your hand at razor clam digging. From April through August, enjoy a fishing charter and get hands-on instruction from some of the most experienced skippers in the world. Another popular activity in Westport is surfing. What? Surfing in Washington? Brrr, right? No worries, there are surf shops in town that offer friendly service and wetsuit rentals plus lessons are available if you’re new to the board. Stand up paddle boarding is also popular and Vacations by the Sea has a fleet of Yolo Yak boards, which are the most stable on the market. Take your board out to Elk River Estuary or John’s River, which are both great locations for wildlife viewing and bird watching. 22 • CityDog Magazine

Spring Creek Ranch. Almost completely surrounded by wilderness, Winthrop and the Methow Valley beckons to adventurers of all kinds—kids and canines included. From Seattle, it’s a scenic drive along Highway 20, winding through the majestic peaks of the north Cascade Mountains. With year-round activities, the valley draws families looking for adventure from river rafting, hiking, rock climbing and mountain biking in the summer, to cross country skiing and snow-shoeing in the winter. And, no matter the time of year, dogs are of course always welcome in Winthrop, especially at family-owned Spring Creek Ranch, located at the confluence of the Methow and Chewuch Rivers. The ranch was homesteaded in the late 1800s and sits on 60 acres of open meadow with riverfront and trail access. The dog-friendly Spring Creek Cabin is roomy, with a fully stocked kitchen, bathroom, living area, gas fireplace, TV and DVD player plus it easily fits the whole family with a bedroom downstairs and another bedroom in the loft area. It’s also super cozy with a big front porch and Adirondack chairs to relax and take in the scenery— don’t be surprised if a deer or two stroll by, munching their way through the meadow. Settled in the late 1800s, the town of Winthrop keeps its frontier past alive with

wooden boardwalks, old time storefronts and small town charm. Be sure to stop by Sheri’s Sweet Shoppe, where you will find an expansive, outdoor deck, with tables and a fresh water station for the dogs, a pee wee golf course, and best of all, an ice cream stand. More treats inside include Milk Bones dipped in doggy-safe white chocolate for the pooches and a plethora of sweets for the kids.

Lakeside Lodge & Suites. People who grew up in the Seattle area often spent their summer vacations at Lake Chelan and for good reason. There is so much for a family to see and do here, from dining at fine restaurants to partaking in water sports, to hiking, to so much more. Lake Chelan is truly a playground and what better way to enjoy a playground, than with your pooch? Pooches and peeps will love Lakeside Lodge, located literally steps away from the lake (100 yards to be exact), with a huge, grassy park at the water’s edge. On the property is an indoor pool and hot tub, which are open year-round, an outdoor pool open until mid-November, complimentary hot breakfast served daily, and a fitness center. Clockwise from left: Spring Creek Ranch sits on 60 acres of open meadow near Winthrop; hop on a cruiser and enjoy a scenic ride from Vacations by the Sea to Westport; the dog-friendly rooms at Icicle Village Resort in Leavenworth.

Did we mention it’s located steps away from Lake Chelan? Yes, we did. But, did you know Lake Chelan is the third deepest lake in the country, boasting 1,486 feet at its deepest point? The 50.5-mile lake is fed year round from streams that originate deep in the Cascade Mountains, and its crystal clear water makes it ideal for all sorts of activities—during the dog days of summer, you will see people of all ages swimming, water skiing, wind surfing, sun bathing, even yoga! Winter is also a fine time to visit. In January, check out the annual Lake Chelan Winterfest Festival. The town is transformed into a winter paradise, with an outdoor gallery of ice sculptures plus live music, a beach bonfire, polar bear splash and the hugely popular, Winterfest Wine Walk.

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Our pet friendly guest rooms are located on the ground floor in our one king and two queen rooms. Please have your owner call the hotel directly at 800-961-0162 to book your pet friendly room.

Whether traveling solo with your canine companion, or vacationing with the entire family, the Pacific Northwest offers a plethora of places to please two- and four-legged alike—from the Washington coast to central Oregon, adventure awaits all of you!

More Information Sunriver Resort 17600 Center Drive, Sunriver, Ore. 800.801.8765; sunriver-resort.com Icicle Village Resort 505 Highway 2, Leavenworth, Wash. 800.961.0162; iciclevillage.com Surfsand Resort 148 W Gower Ave., Cannon Beach, Ore. 503.436.2274; surfsand.com

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Dogs Allowed 148-B N Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, Ore. 503.440.8740; dogsallowedcannonbeach.com Bruce’s Candy Kitchen 56 N Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, Ore. 503.436.2641; brucescandy.com Seabrook 4275 SR 109, Pacific Beach, Wash. 360.276.0099; seabrookwa.com Vacations by the Sea 1600 W Ocean Ave., Westport, Wash. 360.268.1119; discoverwestport.com Spring Creek Ranch 7 Johnson Lane, Winthrop, Wash. 509.996.2495; springcreekwinthrop.com Sheri’s Sweet Shoppe 207 Riverside Aves, Winthrop, Wash. 509.996.3834; sherissweetshoppe.com Lakeside Lodge and Suites 2312 W Woodin Avenue, Chelan, Wash. 509.682.4396; lakesidelodgeandsuites.com

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{CITYDOG LIVING} CELEBRATING LIFE WITH DOGS

HOLISTIC

HOME CREATING A HOLISTICALLY BALANCED HOME FOR YOU AND YOUR HOUND.

Aisha Harley lives in Portland with her husband, Larry and their two dogs, Pepper and Pluto. Both dogs are about three years old. Pepper is the pictured brindle Whippet mix. She is a rescue from the island of Kauai. Pluto is the pictured white Whippet with brindle spots. He is a rescue from Portland.They work together to create a tranquil home. 24 • CityDog Magazine

WRITTEN BY SINDI SOMERS PHOTOGRAPHY BY LINDSAY HILE

There are many healing practices to improve the well-being of humans and canines alike. If you and your dog are needing a shift in how you are feeling, consider changing the energy. While there may still be some debate, physicists have proven that everything is energy. Absolutely everything! The building you live in, food you eat, air you breathe, you and your dogs and all of your combined thoughts and emotions are all made up of energy. According to German-born, Nobel Prize winning physicist, Albert Einstein and his well-known equation, E = mc², energy equals mass multiplied by the speed of light squared. I am going to simplify things for those of us that do not have a scientific background. Think of energy as a “vibe” or vibration. There are different forms of energy or vibrations. Consider the concept further by how different energies or vibes impact you. Being aware of how you feel in different situations will help you to become more aware of your energy and how external energies affect you. For example, when you visit a dog park or doggie daycare you will have what you might refer to as a first impression. Each location will have its own energy. The neighborhood, grounds, all associated buildings and people contribute to the energetic feel of each place. You can apply the same theory to any location, including your home. Most of us go home to relax and enjoy our private space. Creating a holistically balanced home environment can help you and your canine companion experience relaxation and rejuvenation easier and more fully. While holistic is a term that seems to be used to describe many different things, the literal meaning is, the sum of all parts.

When approaching healing from a holistic perspective, a practitioner will consider more than just the physical symptom. Emotional, mental, social, psychological, environmental and sometimes spiritual influences will all be taken into account. This is because it is more than just one aspect, or energy of an experience that impacts us. It is important to acknowledge that the energy that effects us is more than what we physically see. Our dogs are so tuned into us. They are constantly reading our energy and looking to us for direction. Dogs may behave differently with others than with us. They are responding differently to different energy. That is why a reactive dog may not be reactive when with one person, but may be with another. Our dogs react or respond to our personal energy, as well as the energy in our external environment. Our calmness helps create a calm energy, inside and out. Aisha Harley, pictured here with her beautiful, rescue dogs, Pepper and Pluto intentionally creates a tranquil energy in her home. Explains Harley, “I am greatly effected by my environment. My home is my sanctuary. I want it to be free of clutter, inspiring, warm and welcoming. So that is the tone that I like to set.”

Harley takes great care in maintaining that energy in her home. As an essential oils educator and wellness advocate with doTerra, she has found that in addition to décor, essential oils help manifest the desired energy. Essential oils are what give a plant its unique fragrance. Harley says, “sense of smell can greatly impact our mood.” Different essential oils can stimulate different responses. Some are energizing and uplifting. Others help maintain a calming environment and can be more grounding and relaxing.” Harley continues, “Diffusing essential oils in your home can be subtle, but effective, in impacting the whole family, including your animals.” Visit AishaHarley.me to learn more about what essential oils can best benefit you, your dogs and your home. Since we are all effected by energy, we are also effected by changes in energy. When we change energy, whether internally or externally, we can help lead the way for our dogs to change their energy. If we are feeling

tense or there is stress in our home, our dogs sense that. If we are content and our home reflects that, our dogs sense that difference. So it is really up to us to be aware and make changes when necessary. However, before being able to change our energy, we must first be able to recognize it. Below is a meditation to assist you to become more aware of your energy, as well as change your energy when desired. To practice this form of meditation, sit comfortably in a straight back chair so that both feet can be flat on the floor. Next, Fall 2016 • 25

separate your hands and rest them in your lap. This meditation posture allows you to have an open system for your energies to flow freely. During meditation, I encourage you to close your eyes. We take in so much information, as we look at the physical world around us. Closing our eyes helps us to lessen distractions and create a more quiet space for meditation. Take some slow, deep breaths to help relax your body and draw your attention more to the present moment. Being in the present moment helps your body to feel calmer. This will help your dog feel calmer and increase the calm energy of your home. You have a chakra or energy center located near the base of your spine. Be aware of this energy center. Allow yourself to visualize, create or imagine, a flow of energy flowing from this energy center, straight down through your chair, the floor, the foundation of the building, the layers of the earth, all the way down to the center of the planet. This is your grounding cord. Allow your grounding to be securely attached at both ends; your chakra and the center of the earth. Grounding helps you bring more of your energy into your body. It helps you to be more present. The simple change that grounding makes will create more balance 26 â&#x20AC;˘ CityDog Magazine

and harmony for you, your dog and your home environment. Take slow, deep breaths as you relax and ground. Notice what it feels like to be grounded. Grounding helps your body to feel less afraid, safer and more confident. The more grounded you are, the more grounded all around you will be, including your dog and home. When you have completed your meditation, before standing up, open your eyes and bend forward. Dangle your arms towards the floor to release excess energy off of your head and shoulders. Since everything is energy and different energies evoke different responses, it is important to consider how our personal energy affects our home. Walking in the door in a sad or irritated mood will add a different vibe than entering your home with enthusiasm or a peaceful state of being. We all go through many different experiences in life, including trauma and emotional upset. So there are days we may not feel as joyous as others. You

can meditate to help change your energy and create more comfort and peace. Just as the internal focus of meditation can assist us, being mindful of our external physical environment can also help. All of our senses give us input and affect our energy. To help further manifest a holistically balanced, as well as aesthetically pleasing home consider exploring the ancient Chinese practice of feng shui. This philosophy uses a bagua, which is basically a map that divides any home into specific sections. Each area of the home is given

meaning and purpose to be fulfilled. Implementing the guidance from the bagua can help promote a beneficial flow of energy in your home. You can also apply this concept to each individual room. Feng shui integrates the concept that everything is energy. It encourages being conscientious of everything you bring into your home, as well as where items are placed. Because all items and their placement affects the home’s energy. The goal is to create balance and harmony with the world around us. To implement these principles, consider placement of dog beds, bowls, toys and other canine necessities along with other home furnishings. Even if you don’t want to go full force into feng shui, following one particular aspect of this practice, eliminating clutter, can create a more relaxing, stress free environment. The less clutter your living space has, the calmer and less energetically cluttered it will also be. Another large component in your home is the air you breathe. Essential oils can be used to enhance air and your home, as Harley mentioned earlier. In addition to adding energy-changing aromas, essential oils contain anti-fungal, anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties. Because of this, using essential oils in your home can help purify the air, supporting the health and wellness of you and your dog. A friend of mine likes to inhale the uplifting aroma and oils from an orange while peeling it. She taught me to keep some of the peel with me during the day to use for a quick, healthy pick me up. I have used other essential oils for me and my dog in the form of aromatherapy and topical healing aids. They can also be ingested for additional benefit. Lavender is often used for its ability to soothe and relax, but essential oils can help with many different issues, conditions and situations. I recommend talking with your holistic veterinarian or a professional trained in essential oils, such as Harley to find the remedy that is most beneficial for you and your canine friends.

Herbs are another natural source of healing. If you are looking to diminish anxiety and promote relaxation for your dog, consider Tranquility Blend by Animal Essentials. This ingestible, herbal remedy contains calming, valerian root. Animal Essentials has a variety of powdered supplements and liquid tinctures for your canine friend. Chava Naturals in Snohomish, Washington also offers a wide range of herbal blends to promote health and wellness. The company’s Joey Chips feature a blend of six herbs, coconut oil, chia seeds, flax seeds and gelatin to assist your dog through stressful times. Better yet, the profits from your purchase go to Homeward Pet Adoption Center in Woodinville, Washington. Everything is energy including the supplements and food we eat. Mentally compare the energy of highly processed dog food or our own processed choices to vibrant, raw or fresh, home cooked meals. Notice the different energies that occur simply from methods of food preparation. The fresher, less processed and more nutritious the food, the more vital the energy. Other things that can help adjust energy include acupuncture, acupressure (see page 32 for more on acupressure), massage, energy healing, chiropractic treatments, exercise, restful sleep, socializing, fun and playtime! Finding the right balance for you and your dog will help you both experience harmony in your home.

About the Author Sindi Somers is a Certified Meditation Teacher, Animal Communicator, Energy Healer and Reader, Dog Nutrition Consultant and Holistic Pet Care Educator. She is also the creator of Doggie Meditation, which is a program for you to learn to meditate with your dog. Sindi lives in Oregon with her dog friend, Rock and cat friend, Misty. Visit her online at APetPsychic.com.

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WRITTEN BY REBECCA SANCHEZ PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF COURTHOUSE DOGS FOUNDATION

FOR THE LOVE OF DOG

HELPING HOUNDS

Top: Molly B, trained by Canine Companions for Independence, poses in front of the Seattle skyline. Above: Merlot is with the Regina Police Department in Saskatchewan, Canada and was trained by PADS Assistance Dog Organization. 28 • CityDog Magazine

If the mark of a great society is how it cares for those in need, then the Pacific Northwest is well on its way to becoming a truly compassionate community. We are fortunate to live in an area filled with people and organizations dedicated to expanding the safety net of services designed to help people and pets in times of crisis. From the courthouse facility dogs that are trained to provide emotional support in court proceedings, to the recent corporate donation that created temporary housing for families and their pets, the Pacific Northwest is home to a growing number of people who recognize the vital role dogs play in creating a caring society. Sometimes the world can be a scary place where people need a helping hand. Dogs can often lend a helping ‘paw’ during challenging times. Recently, Amazon donated the use of one of its buildings to Mary’s Place, a nonprofit organization that offers programs and services in a welcoming and accepting environment for homeless women, children, and families including their pets. Mary’s Place was founded in 1999 and today it has a plethora of volunteers and centers to provide shelter, nourishment, resources, healing and a sense of community for their clients to restore their lives. “Homeless families told us that they were not able to give up their pets to come inside to shelter,” offered Linda Mitchell of Mary’s Place, “For many families, their pets are members of the family and to be separated from them would be traumatizing. Having the family pets with them is critical as they attempt to maintain a sense of normalcy for their children.” When faced with a choice to stay in less than ideal conditions, including domestic violence, people may be more prone to stay and not seek assistance when a pet is involved. According to the National Coalition of Domestic Violence every nine seconds in the United States, one in three women and one in four men are victims of domestic violence. Victims with pets often stay in a violent relationship out of a desire to protect their animal, or out of inability to take the animal with them to a shelter. Amazon’s donation coupled with Mary’s Place planning proved to be one of the watershed moments for individuals working towards temporary housing options for people with pets.

Photo by Chris Mobley, Seattle Police Department

Linda sees it this way, “There is such a sense of relief when a family comes inside to safety and shelter with their entire family, pets included! Being without a home is highly stressful and a lot of work, especially with young children and pets. Finding a place like Mary’s Place where pets are accepted and welcomed, will be safe, fed and cared for, removes a large burden and lets the families focus on moving forward.” The pets that accompany families to Mary’s Place receive a lot of quality nutrition through food donated by Open Farm, as well as veterinary care compliments of Dr. Cherri Trusheim, of Urban Animal veterinary care clinic on Capitol Hill. “Having pets in the shelter is good for the entire community, kids and parents love petting dogs,” offered Linda when asked about the impact the animals have made on the clients and staff at Mary’s Place. There are a number of other local organizations offering emergency services to pets of people and families in crisis. The Seattle Animal Shelter’s domestic violence program has temporary housing, up to 16 days, for pets of domestic violence survivors, and the Family Renewal Shelter of Tacoma has a pet housing program that allows families experiencing domestic violence to keep their

pets with them. Currently, work is underway throughout King County and at the YWCA of Clark County‘s SafeChoice and SafeChoice LGBTQ Domestic Violence programs to revamp emergent housing services to allow for pets. While there is always work to be done, clearly advancements are being made to area temporary homeless programs that reflect the importance of pets being recognized as integral to a family’s sense of being whole. But how about dogs as sole support for a vulnerable member of a family? Yes, that is also taken hold here in the great Pacific Northwest. The Courthouse Dogs Foundation is a nonprofit organization working to create compassionate justice through professionally trained courthouse facility dogs that provide emotional support to children and adults during very emotionally challenging times. Founded in 2008, Courthouse Dogs works with nonprofit assistance dog organizations, Top: Molly B demonstrating courtroom decorum. Above: Kerris, with the Kitsap County Prosecutor’s Office was trained by Canine Companions for Independence. Fall 2016 • 29

Above: Lucy, with the Snohomish County Prosecutor’s Office was trained by Canine Companions for Independence. Left: Ken with the Bonner County Prosecutor’s Office was trained by Canine Companions for Independence.

or her accuser, regardless of age. This often leaves the accuser feeling re-victimized, and in some ways asks them to relive the traumatic event. With the Courthouse Dogs program, a victim advocate serves as the bridge, bringing together the dog and the victim to create a supportive union. The dog accompanies the child through the entire legal process, from intake, including forensic interviews, all the way through trial.

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accredited by Assistance Dogs International, to develop and place dogs with trained handlers to then assist vulnerable people involved in a judicial proceeding. Courthouse Dogs has placed 120 dogs in 34 states in the US, as well as provinces in Canada and Chile. “Courthouse facility dogs help children who have experienced physical or sexual assault or have witnessed violence,” explained Ellen O’Neill Stephens, co-founder of Courthouse Dogs. In the United States, the accused generally has the right to face his

“The criminal justice system is emotionally draining, dramatic, and filled with challenges,” Ellen continued. “Having a dog in a courtroom makes everything and everyone calmer.” Consciously or subconsciously we rely on dogs to let us know when trouble is near. Dogs tend to alert us of something to fear. Courthouse facility dogs are specially trained to provide a nurturing, calming manner that assists victims, often children, in their time of need. The environment created by the dogs helps to create a more lowkey experience where bark-free means that there is nothing to fear. Having a specially trained courthouse facility dog present during a court proceeding helps provide further evidence that supports the positive impact animals have on humans, particularly vulnerable little ones.

Even the dogs themselves benefit from maintaining a harmonious work environment. “Handlers are trained to spot if the dog is stressed,” offered Ellen, “and give them a little break if needed.” A work schedule for a courthouse facility dog averages about 20 hours a week, this includes the time spent with judges who request a little puppy break all their own to help break the tension of their own court proceedings. The road to justice can take a long time and bonding between the human and the dog can and does occur. Courthouse Dogs has considered this scenario and works with the handlers to keep the door open, welcoming the client or child to visit the dog whenever time allows. These dogs are well trained and provide a valuable service to everyone involved in the legal system throughout the United States and beyond. Whether it’s trying to find temporary housing that allows a pet to stay with family or creating a safe environment for a traumatized child, there are people working to make these solutions readily available to our community. The value a dog has to an individual who is experiencing a momentary challenge or enduring a lifelong trauma, is immeasurable and often a dog is the one thing that helps that person feel safe and loved. The Pacific Northwest serves as an excellent example of all the good that can happen when we work together as a community to strengthen the safety net for people and pets who need a helping hand.

Top: Lucy receives some muchearned affection. Above: Scottie, with the Hawthorne Police Department (California) was trained by Canine Companions for Independence. Fall 2016 • 31

{HEALTH+WELLNESS} HEALTH TIPS FOR THE WHOLE DOG

ANIMAL ACUPRESSURE Recently I found myself standing in my barn aisle with my veterinarian...again. We were looking at my beautiful black Hanoverian gelding, who at the time was not looking his beautiful self. His usually lustrous coat was dull and patchy with tiny raised bumps visible across his withers and back. He was itchy and irritable and I hadn’t been able to put a saddle on his back for weeks. We had treated him for insect bites, tested him for allergies, bathed him with every kind of antifungal, antibacterial, anti-itch shampoo and kitchen remedy we could think of. Blood tests and skin scrapings had come back negative. I had received advice from every person who walked into my barn about what it was and how to get rid of it. But there it was, months later, not getting worse but definitely not getting better. Then, I happened to see a friend of mine who is a well-known and highly respected acupressure practitioner. She expertly ran her hands over him from ear to tail and down the back of his legs. She moved around is body and pressed here, then there, circled her fingers over a groove near his hock, rested a hand over a place on either side of his chest. She kneeled and probed around the tops of his hooves. She peered into his eyes, smelled his breath and looked at his gums and tongue. She took his pulse. She instructed me to press certain areas with mysterious names like Spleen 21 and BaiHui, to circle my finger left or right over a Ting Point or Alarm Point. She told me he had a lung/liver deficiency. And then she left. The next morning, his bumps were smaller and he wasn’t begging me to itch his withers or belly. The following day, the bumps were gone. As I write this article, a week after her visit, he is happily munching hay and glowing, the tiny patches of skin sprouting fresh black hairs and my saddle and bridle hanging, finally, waiting to be cleaned from today’s ride. So is acupressure medicine? Is it black magic? Was is luck or coincidence? Acupressure, like acupuncture, is based in the art and science of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Unlike acupuncture, it does not use needles to penetrate the skin. Instead, pressures from the fingers or special tools are applied to the surface of the skin along certain channels or meridians that have been carefully charted centuries ago by Chinese medicine men and warriors (acupressure was commonly used to prepare horses for battle). Along these channels, energy courses through the body inviting blood flow and lymph flow, encouraging vitality and growth, expressing itself as joy and prowess. Similarly, forces invade the body to infect these channels causing loss of energy, anger and depression, disease and in some cases apparently…skin conditions. Traditional Chinese Medicine examines patterns in the body that correspond to illness or lack of vitality. It also looks at patterns that support health and encourage a peaceful coexistence with the surrounding environment. Recognizing the influences of the natural environ32 • CityDog Magazine

ment such as wood, metal, wind and water, ancient healers mapped out a system that defined the role of the organs and systems of the body and their expression in both the physical and mental aspects of the body. The map included points or locations where external forces could be used to tonify the body or release trapped energies to bring balance back into these systems and harmony with its environment. What is often most startling about the acupressure meridians is their relationship to actual nerve centers or physical structures in the body that the ancient Chinese could not possibly have known since at the time of their discovery, dissection was unknown and the internal body had yet to be explored. Today, modern science confirms much of what the TCM practitioners could only suppose. There are countless benefits to acupressure, as an adjunct therapy to other practices or all on its own. All species have energy meridians coursing through their bodies, so the benefits of acupressure extend to all; dogs, cats, horses or just about any other animal you can think of. I have seen acupuncture used in primates, birds and newborn puppies and use acupressure myself for my goats, chickens, horses and of course, myself. Some acupressure points can be learned quickly and used by anyone, such as emergency first aid points. To understand the theory and learn how to select points personally, a more robust course of study can be pursued, such as the course offered by Northwest School of Animal Massage, located in Vashon, Wash. Acupressurists use these ancient principles to support health and balance through touch. Their actions support the traditional western approaches that include medications and surgeries. Their ministrations assist the animal’s body in recovering from all that the external environment throws at it. To learn more about the fascinating world of animal acupressure, visit nwsam.com.

About the Author Lola Michelin has been a Licensed Massage Practitioner for people and animals for over 25 years. She is the Director of Education at the Northwest School of Animal Massage (www.nwsam.com), which she founded in 2001. When not practicing massage or teaching, she runs Paxhia Farm (www.paxhiafarm.org), an equine rehabilitation and retirement facility on Vashon Island.

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{BEST BEHAVIOR} SOUND ADVICE FOR A HOUND’S LIFE

WRITTEN BY COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE & BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES, TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY.

AT YOUR

SERVICE

Dogs are incredibly smart and comforting animals. While most dog owners depend on their dog for emotional support and companionship, others look to dogs for assistance with disabilities, such as blindness or hearing loss. Service dogs are specially trained to assist with many types of disabilities. As defined by the American Disabilities Act, a service dog is any dog assisting a person with a disability and the animal must be trained to do a task for the person. Because service dogs are so highly trained, they are allowed to go in many public places, such as restaurants, buses, bathrooms, and even on school and university campuses. On the other hand, therapy dogs are not considered a service dog by law—nonetheless they still help people. Therapy dogs are trained to provide comfort and affection to people and are often used in caring facilities such as hospitals and nursing homes. While therapy dogs certainly require training to behave in public, service dogs are known for their incredible obedience and multi-step training programs that help shape them into the perfect assistance dog. “Service dogs have to learn that even though a person who is blind told them to go through a door, they should not go if there is a hazard that could injure their owner,” said Dr. Alice Blue-McLendon, clinical assistant professor and faculty advisor for the Aggie Guide Dogs and Service Dogs (AGS) student group at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. “The dog disobeying the owner to prevent injury is called ‘intelligent disobedience.’ If a blind person tells the dog to step off the curb because they want to cross the street, but the dog sees a car coming, the dog has to refuse to go. This high-level training makes service dogs unique from other dogs, including therapy dogs.” How does the process for training a service dog begin? According to Blue-McLendon, phase one training begins in puppyhood. Puppies learn basic obedience in phase one training and are gradually exposed to working in public places. Once the puppy completes phase one training, the puppy is sent to complete phase two training at a professional service dog organization. Overall, training lasts until the dog is at least two years old. The puppies are trained using positive reinforcement through treats or clickers. Students in the AGS program at Texas A&M raise puppies that are typically Labrador retrievers or Labradoodles—a mixed breed of Labrador retriever and poodle. These breeds have been the most successful in the training programs to become a service dog. “We usually raise the puppies until they’re about 18 months of age,” Blue-McLendon said. “The students house train, potty train, and socialize the puppies, and then we donate them to organizations, such as Guide Dogs for the Blind, that provide 34 • CityDog Magazine

phase two training for them to become fullfledged service dogs.”

In phase two training, the dogs are evaluated for performance and obedience to determine which specific disabilities they are most suited to help with. For instance, a tall and obedient dog may be trained to reach objects off a high counter for people in wheelchairs. However, not every dog that completes phase one training graduates from phase two training. Some dogs that do not pass phase two training are repurposed as therapy dogs or are kept as well-trained pets. Service dogs that have graduated from training, and are state and nationally recognized, are unique from normal pet dogs. “Self-training your dog as an emotional support dog does not make them a true service dog,” Blue-McLendon said. “This can be a problem because some self-trained emotional support dogs may not be properly trained to be in public. Service dogs have to be extremely obedient, 100 percent potty trained, and have excellent obedience. If you’re asking a dog to be in public, it needs to be well trained.” Blue-McLendon encourages those who are interested in raising a service dog to do their research on the requirements for different organizations before volunteering. However, adopting and training a service dog can be extremely rewarding and there are groups in the Pacific Northwest including the Service Dog Academy (servicedogacademy.com) and PAWS Training Centers (pawstrainingcenters.com) that can you get you and your dog started on the path to service.

{SOCIAL CALENDAR} MAKE A DATE WITH YOUR DOG

October Reading with Rover October 1 • Snohomish, Wash. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Public Library, 311 Maple Ave. October 1 & 15 • Edmonds, Wash. 11 a.m.12 p.m. at the Edmonds Library, 650 Main St. October 2 • Mill Creek, Wash. 11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. at University Bookstore, 15311 Main St. October 4 & 18 • Redmond, Wash. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at the Redmond Town Center, 7525 166th Ave NE. October 8 • Lake Stevens, Wash. 10 a.m.-11 a.m. at the Public Library, 1804 Main St. October 9 • Bothell, Wash. 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. at Bothell Public Library, 18215 98th Ave NE. October 11 & 25 • Bellevue, Wash. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at Crossroads Community Center, 16000 NE 10th St. October 13 • Renton, Wash. 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at Renton Library, 100 Mills Ave. S. October 15 • Mountlake Terrace, Wash. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Ave W. October 19 • Pacific, Wash. 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at Algona/Pacific Library, 255 Ellingson Rd. October 22 • Monroe, Wash. 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.. at the Monroe Public Library. October 22 • Kirkland, Wash. 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. at Kirkland Library, 308 Kirkland Ave. October 25 • Seattle, Wash. 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Therapy Dog Visit at the Northaven Assisted Living II, 531 NE 112th Street.

Statewide Shelter Open House October 1 • Washington State - Pawsitive Alliance is hosting the Shelter Open House taking place in animal shelters across Washington! Take a trip to your community animal shelter. Many fun activities are being planned at each shelter from adoption specials, to raffles, giveaways, and themed parties. Have some fun and see the great work your community’s animal shelter is doing for pets in need. The goal is to raise awareness of animal shelters across Washington and the homeless animals in their care, and to help those pets find forever homes. Check with your local shelter to find out details about the event and the hours they will be open. pawsitivealliance.org

Animal Krackers Gala

Pet Blessing at Unity of Bellevue

October 1 • Suquamish, Wash. Kitsap Humane Society’s premier event kicks off at 5:00 pm at Clearwater Casino Resort with a cocktail hour and silent auction, followed by a plated dinner, dinner auction, live auction and entertainment. All proceeds go to supporting the operations of their shelter and the success of their life-saving programs. kitsap-humane.org

October 8 • Bellevue, Wash. 10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m. at 16330 NE 4th Street. Unity of Bellevue will be honoring our companions by holding a Pet Blessing. You are invited to bring your special pet(s) and invite friends with pets to join you. Paul, Senior Minister, will be blessing the animals. They will have special tables with representatives from local animal shelters, treat bags for those blessed, certificates, and more! unityofbellevue.org

Wags & Whiskers Adoption Event October 2 • Lynnwood, WA 12:00 pm.-3:00 p.m. at Northpointe Animal Hospital, 2902 164th Street SW, Suite D4. PAWS is thrilled to be joining other local welfare organizations and rescue groups to offer homeless pets a new leash on life, at Northpointe Animal Hospital’s Five Year Anniversary Open House and Annual Wags & Whiskers event. paws.org

Portland Pet Expo October 15-16 • Portland, Ore. Sat: 10 a.m.5 p.m. Sun: 11 a.m.-4:00 p.m. at Portland Expo Center. Bring your pet to the Portland Pet Expo and enjoy hundreds of vendors, live entertainment, obedience demonstrations, discounted vaccinations and free nail trims plus a mega-adoption area. portlandpetexpo.com

Walk for the Animals

DogFest Walk ‘n Roll

October 2 • Seattle, Wash. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Green Lake. Join nearly 1,000 other pet lovers from around the Greater Seattle area and their dogs as we walk around Green Lake and help fundraise for the cats, dogs, and critters at Seattle Humane. The event features adoptable pets, a 2.8-mile dog walk, vendor booths, dog contests and more. seattlehumane.org

October 15 • Redmond, Wash. 9:00 a.m.1:00 p.m. at Marymoor Park, 6046 W Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE. Join an incredible group of volunteers and the local community at this family-friendly dog-filled day – music, games, demonstrations, agility course and more! Grab your leash and get ready to have a tail-waggin’ good time! Support Canine Companions 44 active graduates and puppy raisers residing in the Seattle area. cci.org/dogfestseattle

Pasado’s Fall Cooking Class & Tour October 8 • Sultan, Wash. 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. at Pasado Safe Haven. Join up for a sanctuary tour and cooking class with Fire and Earth Kitchen to share favorite Italian Comfort Foods right there at Pasados! They’ll start off with a short tour that will give you the chance to meet the amazing animals who call Pasado’s home. There will be time to ask questions and share treats with our animal friends. After the tour, you will join Fire and Earth Kitchen for a delicious and informative demonstration based cooking class in the open kitchen. pasadosafehaven.org

Bidding begins at Raining Cats and Dogs.

Raining Cats and Dogs

Halloween Howl

October 8 • Seattle, Wash. 5 p.m.-9:30 p.m. at Bell Harbor International Conference Center, 2211 Alaskan Way. Hosted by the Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation, it’s the 6th annual gala fundraising auction - an evening of fantastic food, sparkling conversation. seattleanimalshelterfoundation.org

October 15 • Edmonds, Wash. 11 a.m.2 p.m. at the Off-Leash Area Edmonds (O.L.A.E), 498 Admiral Way. This annual event features reduced-fee micro-chipping, raffles and silent auction, vendor booths, and the ever-popular Doggie Costume Contest (judging at 1 p.m.). olae.org Fall 2016 • 35

{SOCIAL CALENDAR} MAKE A DATE WITH YOUR DOG Funtober Shindig & Sanctuary Tour October 22 • Sultan, Wash. 12:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. at Pasado Safe Haven. Get into the fall spirit and have your face painted like your favorite animal and head out to treat and meet charming residents as you tour the sanctuary. Mason Reed & his Belly Fiddle will be playing some acoustic jams for his four legged friends. Festive vegan bites and hot cider will be warming up for you to enjoy after your afternoon outside. adosafehaven.org

Dawg Dash

CityDog Howl-at-the-Moon Muttmixer.

Surfsand Resort Dog Show October 15 • Cannon Beach, Ore. Registration begins at 9 a.m. on the resort’s seaside back yard. Pooches from all around the Northwest and beyond will compete for top honors in various categories including Oldest Looking Dog, Best Frisbee Catch, Cutest Puppy, Best Bark, and Owner Look-alike. This light-hearted dog show benefits the Clatsop County Animal Shelter. For more information, visit surfsand.com.

Tricks & Treats October 22 • Kirkland, Wash. 1 p.m.-5 p.m. at NW Cellars, 11909 124th Ave. NE. Howlo-ween for the dogs and their wine-loving people! Join us in your favorite costumes from 1-5 pm for fun contests, treats from Seattle Barkery, and tasting of the fabulous Northwest Cellars wines. Tickets are $20 in advance. olddoghaven.org

Dog-O-Ween October 22 • Seattle, Wash. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at a new location this year: Bell Street Park and Regrade OLA in Belltown. Doggy Costume contest, raffle, and food trucks. Caspar Babypants aka Chris Ballew from Presidents of the United States of America will be doing a special musical performance and will be the celebrity judge for the doggy costume contest. seattlecola.org

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October 23 • Seattle, Wash. 9 a.m. at Red Square on the University of Washington campus. The dog-friendly Dawg Dash, presented by Alaska Airlines, is more than just good for your body; it’s good for the UW student body. Gear up, and return to campus for a Husky classic! Hit all the campus landmarks before crossing the finish line in the Quad. There’s a Husky Pups Run for the littlest Dawgs, and all four-footed friends are welcome. At the Post-Dash Bash, you’ll enjoy food, beverages, entertainment and a family-fun zone. Sign up for a team and run with your Dawg Pack — and don’t forget to wear purple! dawgdash.com

Howl-at-the-Moon Muttmixer October 27 • Kirkland, Wash. 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at the Woodmark Hotel, 1200 Carillon Point. CityDog Magazine and the Woodmark are hosting a Howl-at-the-Moon Muttmixer presented by Evanger’s, Mud Bay, K9 Natural and Addiction, with a costume contest with awesome prizes and of course, tricks for treats! Costume categories include: Best Pack (group), Best Dog + Owner Pair, Funniest, Most Original and of course, Scariest. Costumes not required, but strongly encouraged, because it’s fun! Please RSVP with the number of peeps and pooches attending in your pawty to rsvp@ citydogmagazine.com. For more information, visit citydogmagazine.com.

best costume idea and compete for treats in a costume contest, costume parade and a Pug Star Wars contest. There will also be a raffle/silent auction, and several vendors. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for seniors & children under 12. Pugs & children under 6 are free. Only Pugs and Pug Rescues allowed due to insurance restrictions. seattlepugs.com

November Reading With Rover November 1 & 15 • Redmond, Wash. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at Redmond Town Center, 7525 166th Ave NE. November 5 & 19 • Edmonds, Wash. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Edmonds Library, 650 Main St November 5 • Snohomish, Wash. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Public Library, 311 Maple Ave. November 6 • Mill Creek, Wash. 11:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. at University Bookstore, 15311 Main St. November 8 & 22 • Bellevue, Wash. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at Crossroads Community Center, 16000 NE 10th St. November 10 • Renton, Wash. 6:00 p.m.7:00 p.m. at Renton Library, 100 Mills Ave. S. November 12 • Lake Stevens, Wash. 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at Lake Stevens Library, 1804 Main St. November 12 • Bothell, Wash. 1:30 p.m.2:30 p.m. at Bothell Public Library, 18215 98th Ave NE. November 16 • Pacific, Wash. 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at Algona/Pacific Library, 255 Ellingson Rd. November 17 • Redmond, Wash. 6:30 p.m.7:30 p.m. at Redmond Town Center, 7525 166th Ave NE.

Pug-o-Ween October 29 • Lynnwood, Wash. 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Four Paws Sports Center, 6426 212th St. SW #100. Trick or Treat! Time for your pug to come up with their

The race gets underway at UW’s Dawg Dash.

November 19 • Mountlake Terrace, Wash. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Ave W

animals permitted. For questions, please contact: Jim Gabrio at jgabrio@dovelewis.org or call 971.255.5932.

November 26 • Monroe, Wash. 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.. at the Monroe Public Library.

Reading with Rover

November 26 • Kirkland, Wash. 2 p.m.-3 p.m. at Kirkland Library, 308 Kirkland Ave.

December 3 & 17 • Edmonds, Wash. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Edmonds Library, 650 Main St.

November 29 • Seattle, Wash. 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Therapy Dog Visit at the Northaven Assisted Living II, 531 NE 112th Street.

December 3 • Snohomish, Wash. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Public Library, 311 Maple Ave.

Annual Oregon Fall Luncheon November 4 • Portland, Ore. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Nines Hotel, 525 SW Morrison. This annual fundraising event to benefit Guide Dogs for the Blind opens with a welcome reception and raffle. Individual tickets are $75. guidedogs.com

Whisker Wonderland November 12 • Portland, Ore. The Cat Adoption Team’s 13th annual Whisker Wonderland benefit auction and gala will be held at The Nines Hotel in downtown Portland. This elegant event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow cat lovers and show your support for CAT’s programs and services to help homeless cats and kittens. You’ll enjoy live and silent auctions, hors d’oeuvres and complimentary wine, bidding games, and a plated dinner. catadoptionteam.org/whiskers

FurrBall Dinner & Auction November 19 • Spokane, Wash. 6 p.m. at the Davenport Hotel, 10 S. Post St. The Spokane Humane Society FurrBall is Spokane’s premier companion animal charity benefit, raising funds for the unwanted, abused and abandoned animals. The evening starts with a reception, silent auction and cocktail hour and finishes, after dinner, with a live auction of eight beautifully decorated themed Christmas trees and live music. spokanehumanesociety.org

December Service of Remembrance December 1 • Portland, Ore. Doors open 6:00 p.m. Service at 7:00 p.m. at The Old Church,1422 SW 11th Ave. Dignified Pet Services and DoveLewis present a Service of Remembrance. Every December we join in celebration of the invisible yet undeniable bond between humans and our beloved companion animals. Together, surrounded by others who understand this bond, we will light candles in memory of those who are no longer here. This is a FREE event. Service

December 4 • Mill Creek, Wash. 11:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. at University Bookstore, 15311 Main St. December 6 & 20 • Redmond, Wash. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at the Redmond Town Center, 7525 166th Ave NE. December 8 • Renton, Wash. 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at Renton Library, 100 Mills Ave. S. December 10 • Lake Stevens, Wash. 10 a.m.11 a.m. at the Public Library, 1804 Main St. December 11 • Bothell, Wash. 1:30 p.m.2:30 p.m. at Bothell Public Library, 18215 98th Ave NE.

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December 13 & 27 • Bellevue, Wash. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at Crossroads Community Center, 16000 NE 10th St. December 17 • Mountlake Terrace, Wash. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Ave W.

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December 21 • Pacific, Wash. 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at Algona/Pacific Library, 255 Ellingson Rd. December 24 • Monroe, Wash. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Monroe Public Library, 1070 Village Way. December 24 • Kirkland, Wash. 2 p.m.-3 p.m. at Kirkland Library, 308 Kirkland Ave. December 27 • Seattle, Wash. 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Therapy Dog Visit at the Northaven Assisted Living II, 531 NE 112th Street.

Merry Mutts & Meows December 27 • Seattle, Wash. 11 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Hanger at Magnuson Park, 7400 Sand Point Way NE. Come meet over 200 adoptable cats and dogs and find your new best friend in time or the holidays! Experienced staff and volunteers will be on hand to help you make the right match. Many vendors will also be there with merry gifts for you and your furry friends to choose from. pawsitivealliance.org

Be sure to check out citydogmagazine.com, where you will find the most comprehensive calendar of canine events in the West! Fall 2016 • 37

{ THE LAST WOOF }

Jesse 15 years old

Roslyn, Washington

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SENIOR DOGS ACROSS AMERICA Anyone who has ever loved a dog, young or old, will warm to this stirring tribute to our best animal friends. Award-winning photographer Nancy LeVine has traveled the length and breadth of America—from Kauai to Martha’s Vineyard, from Seattle to Natchez—to meet and photograph some of our most endearing senior canine citizens.

These gallant companions ride on our tractors, doze on our couches, happy to be in our company. They remind us of the best in ourselves, and as they lose their vigor and youth, they reflect our own inevitable aging with courage and calm. Nancy’s photographs perfectly capture the enduring appeal of these elderly dignified beings in the places where they belong—all across America. As “America’s Veterinarian,” Dr. Marty Becker, says, “These images can make you laugh, cry, and simply feel the nobility of elder dogs.” ($29.99; Schiffer Publishing.) 38 • CityDog Magazine

Rex 18 years old

Seattle, Washington

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CeCilia 12 years old

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