Pet Companion Magazine, Summer 2018

THE LOCAL MAGAZINE FOR PET LOVERS SUMMER 2018

PAIN in Pets FAQs about

Canine Influenza

RVing

with Your Pet Boredom Busters

THE CAT CAFE

HENRI LE FRENCHIE GETS BY WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM HIS FRIENDS

PLUS: EVENTS, TRAINING, GROOMING, DAYCARE & BOARDING RESOURCES

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Coachella Valley San Diego County Los Angeles County Orange County

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[departments] TRAINING

[columns] 82

48 Boredom Busters

by Lori Carman

by Valerie Masi

Mayor Max

News from Idyllwild

54 How Do I Find the Right Trainer?

56 Does Your Dog Have A Barking Problem?

TRAVEL

74 Rving With Your Pet

by Scot Mills

by Anna West

78 Essentials & Extras For A Beach Day

With Your Dog

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80 Northern California Adventures

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86 The Rescue House

by Anna West

by Alicia Bailey

[events] 104 105 107 108

Events Calendar DogFest San Diego Pets on Parade Pet Bereavement

Support Group 109 Royal Jewels Cat Show

88 Owner-Surrendered Pets

SERVICES

110 Cat Pet Sitting Tips

Boogie Shoes

Summer products for dogs

by Sari Reis

features 30 Pain in Pets

by Lillian Roberts, DVM

60 Triple Digits

by Brittany Yates, DVM

64 Canine Influenza

by Robert Reed, DVM, MSES, MPA

70 Stray or Not Too Stray?

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by John Snedden

100 Protect Yourself and Your Dog

by Anabel DFlux

Resource Listings: 116 119 118 118

Coachella Valley Los Angeles County Idyllwild Products

121 Orange County & Inland Empire 123 Lake Arrowhead

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San Diego County Yucca Valley Northern California Advertisers Index

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hen summer temperatures hit triple digits and your favorite canine needs to play, consider treating it to a doggie daycare day. Or, if you are looking for an activity to do with your dog, classes from basic obedience to agility, tricks and even scent work are available. Check out these great facilities. Be warned, however, space fills up quickly, so sign-up as far in advance as possible—most facilities require a reservation.

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Barkingham has been in business since 2010 but built and moved to its 22,000 square foot facility in Palm Desert in December 2017. Services available include daycare & evening care, boarding, grooming, training, pet nutrition and other classes.

The boutique carries a wide selection of items, from nutrition to collars and leashes.

For daycare, dogs are grouped together in indoor or outdoor enclosures and have access to a swimming pool and/or a quiet area with couches and a TV. Supervised 24/7. pethotelcalifornia.com

Civic Center Park 43900 San Pablo Ave. Cap Homme / Ralph Adams Park 72500 Thrush Road

Cahuilla Hills Park 45825 Edgehill Drive

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Freedom Park 77400 Country Club Dr. Joe Mann Park 77810 California Dr.

University Dog Park 74802 University Park Dr.

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A REAL HOTEL FOR PETS 22,000 square feet of fun!

Boarding. Doggie daycare. Grooming. Nutrition Classes.

Boutique. Puppy kindergarten. Concierge for services & tours.

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Choose between one of the four different sections — Mandarian Orien“tail”, Sunset Barkee, the W’oof, and the “Paw”ninsula—find the one that best suits your pet’s personality. Suites are large and have human-sized king and queen beds. We have on-site staff 24/7.

Cat suites and bird boarding available.

Expert Grooming

California Grooming is a five-star grooming salon.

Meet Melissa and Kevin and see the magic they can do on your dogs.

Offering mud baths, spa treatments and pawdicures, too.

California Dreamin’ Boutique

Find beautiful dog beds, leashes, collars, and more at our boutique.

Therapeutic-grade essential oils available, too.

Professional Dog Trainer

We offer professional dog training including Puppy Kindergarten.

Daycare Options & Nightcare too!

The indoor, air-conditioned play area is large enough for our dogs to run and play all day. Outdoors is Doguna Beach, where pups can play in our man-made lake, with a waterfall.

The Dino Martin Lounge is available to relax and watch TV for those who don’t want to run and play with others anymore.

Nutrition and more!

Lori Weiner is a certified Clinical Pet Nutritionist (CPN) and will be available to consult with clients on proper nutrition for their pet. Call to schedule an appointment. Attend classes about our therapeutic grade essential oils from Young Living and classes on Nutrition for Your Pets. Barkingham will hold monthly workshops taught by Lori. Call to register.

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HANGING OUT IN PALM SPRINGS?

Palm Springs has a dog park and many locals walk their dogs in one of the many grassy parks.

You’ll notice that many of the buisinesses have a casual attitude about well-behaved dogs (but ask before you bring your dog in).

If you are a visitor to the desert, consider staying at the The Rowan

Palm Springs—“At every Kimpton boutique hotel, we invite you to bring your furry, feathery or scaly family member— no matter their size, weight, or breed, all at no extra charge. We offer a selection of hotel amenities and extras, including plush pet-bed loaners in your guest room, food, water bowls and mats.” (You can pick up an extra copy of Pet Companion Magazine there, too.)

We’d be remiss if we didn’t mention that downtown Palm Springs has three great pet retail stores, Bones-n-Scones, Cold Nose Warm Heart, and the newly opened PoshPetCare.

Furry guests are welcome at The Rowan Palm Springs!

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Palm Springs Dog Park 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 (behind City Hall) (760) 323-8117 CITY PARKS Baristo Park Located at Calle El Segundo DeMuth Park 4365 Mesquite Avenue Frances Stevens Park 555 N. Palm Canyon Drive Ruth Hardy Park 700 Tamarisk Sunrise Park Located at Sunrise Way between Ramon Road and E. Baristo Road Victoria Park 2744 N. Via Miraleste WHERE THE LOCALS MEET The Corridor 515 N. Palm Canyon Dr. palmspringscorridor.com

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Located just down the street from the Palm Springs Animal Shelter, Doggie’s Day Out is a hidden gem in a business park. Don’t be fooled by the nondescript building—the facility has doubled in size due to its popularity. You’ll notice when you walk in that it’s quiet—the dogs are happily playing but not in an uncontrolled manner.

If your dog enjoys the company of other dogs, this cage-free, air-conditioned play environment is great for socially oriented canines. Outdoor play areas are shaded and include water fun. The staff interacts and plays with the dogs and provides an active environment to keep the dogs content. If your dogs isn’t as social, there are accommodations for it, too.

Dogs have potty breaks and are encouraged to “go” outside, and there is a daily quiet time after lunch to give dogs an afternoon rest period.

Other services include overnight boarding and training. Staff is on site 24/7. www.doggiesdayoutofps.com

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LOOKING FOR SUMMER FUN YOU CAN DO WITH YOUR DOGS? Indoor dog classes, training and group socialization are great ways to keep pets stimulated during the summer and is available at several locations in the desert.

Barkingham Pet Hotel California offers indoor training classes at their pet hotel and frequently hosts pet-friendly events. Dream Dogs is the only indoor training facility in the desert (it also has private lessons and works with The Grand Paw). Venus de Fido also offers training and social hours, as well as hosting events for the non-profit Loving All Animals. Doggie’s Day Out of Palm Springs has daycare or board and train options and classes. Trainers Valerie Masi, owner of Best Paw Forward, Tabitha Davies, owner of The CV Dog Club, and Jim Turcott, owner of 4 Better Paws, also offer training classes.

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One of the first pet resort and spa facilities in the desert, The Grand Paw opened in 2003 and provides quality day camp services in climate controlled indoor playrooms and outdoor tropical play yards. A full-sized swimming pool is available for dogs that enjoy the water—with pool groups guaranteed on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the summer months. “During pool group, the big dogs enjoy a full-size swimming pool, along with a kiddie pool for those who would rather not jump in the big pool. The group is fully supervised, and staff often jump in the pool with the dogs. Tennis balls go flying, and the dogs have a great time!” says Jennifer Hamilton, owner of TGP. Dogs who are less social or prefer to be in their own space have accommodations that include a private space, with multiple trips outside during their stay.

The spa is located on 2-1/2 acres bordering La Quinta and Indio.

The Grand Paw offers luxury boarding services for dogs with a choice of suites or cabanas for dogs. Your cat or bird is also welcome! Professional training is available, as well as onsite grooming and bathing. Visit the boutique for pet fashions or products.

A second facility is located in downtown Palm Springs and offers indoor climatecontrolled day care. Always supervised and organized by the dogs’ temperament and size. thegrandpaw.com

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Venus De Fido is the desert’s unique Italian-inspired personal pampering destination for you and your pooch. The 26,000-square foot full-service facility and event space in Palm Desert includes a fitness center with squash court, group fitness room, trainers, programs, classes and more.

There is also a wellness spa, salon services, salt cave and salt table.

Your pooch can enjoy an Indoor climatecontrolled park and grooming services.

Invite your friends to join you during one of the doggie play sessions, for a cool way to enjoy a summer day and exercise your dog.

Stop by the café for healthy menu selections.

Visit the Venus Boutique for products for yourself. Don’t forget to also stop by the Bow Wow Boutique to pick up a treat, toy or food for your furry companion. venusdefido.com

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A Day with Your Dog in San Diego

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with our pets, without sacrificing fun for either party. San Diego is known for its beautiful weather, outdoor activities, and pet-friendly culture. Sounds like a dog’s paradise! For several weekends now, I’ve left the house with my dog in the morning, spent a full day doing things I love to do, and didn’t have to bring my dog home until we were both tired and ready to call it a night. Listed below are some fun and playful ideas for a full day spent in San Diego with your dog.

MORNING

Dog Yoga Who doesn’t like to start their weekend with a relaxing yoga class? And it’s even better when you get to bring your dog!

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eing a dog owner has really changed my day-to-day routine.

Instead of waking up each morning and slowly moving about the house until I leave for work, I now wake up extra early to the sound of my dog asking to go outside, and I always leave extra time for a morning “W” (don’t say it out loud!). Cooking meals at home has a whole new meaning—it’s now impossible to make breakfast (or lunch or dinner, for that matter) without an audience. I always know her eyes are watching my every move. Even though being a dog mom can be a lot of work, I know I’m not alone when I say I wouldn’t trade it for the world.

Thankfully, for me and the other countless San Diego pet parents, we live in an area that lets us combine our own free time with quality time spent

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yoga classes (and other dog-friendly events) at specific locations in San Diego County. Visit the website to see the complete list of available classes.

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Broken Yolk Café With locations throughout San Diego County (Coachella Valley, Inland Empire, Orange and L.A. counties too), Broken Yolk Café offers pet-friendly dining outside on the patio and even has a canine menu just for your pup!

(Editor’s note: Confirm that your local Broken Yolk Café has a pet-friendly patio dining area; not all locations do.)

Cowles Mountain Trail Start your day off right with a hike on the trails at Cowles Mountain. Located right in the heart of San Diego, Cowles is a 2.9-mile trail where your dog can accompany you, as long as he’s on a leash.

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Sup PUPS Stand Up Paddleboard Lessons After the early morning clouds burn off, head down to Liberty Station for a Sup PUPS paddleboard lesson for you and your dog (and bring up to 6 friends!).

The lesson starts at Liberty Station, where the dogs meet, greet, and burn off some energy while the staff coaches the owners on safety and the basics of SUP. Then hit the water and paddle by the North Harbor Bridge and Navy Dolphin training facility. For more information visit sandiegosuprentals.com.

Paw Pleasers Dog Bakery The Original Paw Pleasers is San Diego’s first dog bakery, featuring a full line of fresh-baked, preservativefree treats, including a grain-free line.

They bake all cakes and ice cream to

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order in their onsite bakery in the neighborhood of North Park. They also have a boutique with lots of fun toys and pet accessories. If you’re nearby, don’t miss the chance to stop in for a quick midday bite with your pup. Visit pawpleasers.com for more information about the bakery.

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tions in San Diego, Dirty Dogs makes it easy and fun to wash off the day’s fun and get your pet ready for a night out.

There are a variety of options to pick from—you can use the self-wash station or choose a groomer to help get your pup sparkling clean. For locations and more information about the services and hours, visit dirtydogs.com.

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Paws on the Patio San Diego’s trendiest dog happy hour located right in Little Italy. The W Hotel in San Diego has solved the problem of wanting a cocktail but also wanting to stay home with your pup. From 5:30 to 7:30 pm every Wednesday, the W offers $5 human bites and $5 dog bites, along with drink specials for both. Some of the menu items for your pup include grilled beef tips with gravy served over rice, soup bones, homemade dog biscuits, and homemade dog ice cream.

The human menu isn’t too bad either.

This new event is a definite go-to with your furry friend!

The Wine Pub Point Loma The Wine Pub in Point Loma has everything for a night out with your dog. A heated back patio, pet-friendly environment, wine (of course), and even a special canine-friendly menu. The Wine Pub also loves to give back to the pet community and hosts “Woofer Wednesdays.” Every Wednesday, 10 percent of all purchases go to the Rovers Retreat Dog Rescue.

Lazy Dog Restaurant Yet another great place for you and your pup to grab a quick bite before heading home for the evening. Lazy Dog has a few locations around San Diego, and like some of the other places mentioned in this article, they have a menu especially for your dog. Visit lazydogrestaurants.com.

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The Cat Café

A Whole ‘Mew’ Way to Enjoy Your Coffee

by Anna West

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locally roasted coffee and tea, all while being surrounded by the most purrfect company … cats! Adoptable cats in need of forever homes. The whole concept of a cat café isn’t necessarily new, but there aren’t very many to speak of around the world. Because these cafés are so hard to come by, I felt compelled to shine some light on San Diego’s most coveted coffee shop, The Cat Café.

The idea for a cat café originated in Taiwan, where most residents are forbidden to have pets of their own in their small living spaces.

The cat cafés gave locals a place to sit, sip, and enjoy the feline company. Word of this “cat”-chy concept caught on quick, and soon major cities around the globe were opening their own cat cafés.

With San Diego being as pet-friendly a city as they come, it was no surprise to me that one opened up right in the heart of downtown. Being the cat lover that I am, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to see for myself what this place was all about.

The Cat Café in San Diego is located at 472 3rd Avenue, very close to the San Diego Convention Center and the Gaslamp Quarter. When you first walk up to the café, it looks like any ordinary coffee shop; however, as you get closer, you’ll notice all the figurines in the window,

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et’s face it—if you’re a cat lover, there Ldowntown isn’t much that sounds better than a cozy coffee shop where you can sip

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the signage on the building, and even the menu, all related to cats! Depending on which day you come, you may experience a little wait. The wait time is due to the café’s main concern—keeping a happy and stress-free environment for its furry residents. To keep things calm, they limit the number of people allowed in at one time. They also limit your time in the cat room to 15 minutes when there’s a wait. I came on a Sunday around 11:00 AM, which tends to be one of the busier times, but I waited just five minutes to get in. While waiting, I learned you can make a reservation online at catcafesd. com before you get there to guarantee you’ll be able to go in as soon as you arrive. I recommend doing this if you are serious about adopting one of the café’s cats and want to be sure you can spend time with the animals.

Admission into the café is technically free, as long as you make a $6.00 coffee shop purchase. After purchasing your café item, you walk through a series of doors (designed to keep the cats inside) into the “playroom.” Appropriately named, it holds multiple cat towers, hanging strings, furry mice, and people eager to play with the cats! While chatting with the owner, I discovered the café typically hosts around 10 adoptable cats at a time. As soon as one is adopted, another cat will be brought in to take its place. The café gets its cats from the longstanding local nonprofit The Rescue House. During my time in the playroom, I

saw seven cats. When I asked the owner if they were expecting more, he revealed that the cats have access to other areas where they can escape the crowd, take a nap, or simply enjoy some quiet time.

One thing that stood out to me while spending time in the playroom was just how at ease and friendly the cats were.

All the patrons present were calm, letting the cats come to them, and enjoying the friendly vibe of the playroom. I know adoption centers and humane societies do a good job of caring for the animals they have; however, the café provides a special something, a warmth that is associated with home. It truly did feel like a loving temporary home for the cats, where they can be nurtured by café patrons while they wait for their forever families. It’s that personal touch that makes me believe the café has accomplished something very special in the animal rescue community. Let’s hope it’s a trend that catches on.

If you haven’t already checked out this San Diego must-see spot, go to catcafesd. com, make your reservation, and experience The Cat Café for yourself! Who knows, you may even go home with a new lifelong friend.

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San Diego Area Dog Parks Balboa Park

dogs. It is open 24 hours; however, it is not lighted.

24 hours a day at: Nate’s Point - Balboa Drive at El Prado, south side of Cabrillo Bridge.

Morley Field northwest of tennis courts.

Dusty Rhodes Neighborhood Park

4280 Avati Drive in Clairemont. For hours and boundary information, visit our Cadman Park Leash Free page at sandiego.gov.

Fiesta Island

Cadman Community Park

Capehart Park

Located at the corner of Felspar Street and Soledad Mountain Road in Pacific Beach, this 1-acre park offers two fenced pens: one for small dogs and one for large or all dogs, areas to provide water for dogs, a drinking fountain, picnic tables and benches, and a parking area. Open 24 hours.

Charles L. Lewis III Memorial Park

Located at 4750 Home Ave. in City Heights, this linear park has a .5-acre single pen off-leash dog park located on the northern end of the park.

Dog Beach

Located in Ocean Beach at the foot of Voltaire Street, this site offers 24-hour access to the beach and ocean.

Doyle Community Park

Located at 8175 Regents Road in University City, this park is situated behind Doyle Recreation Center and offers two fenced turfed areas, one for small dogs and one for large or all

Located on Sunset Cliffs Boulevard between Nimitz and West Point Loma, in Ocean Beach, this 1-acre park offers one area for all dogs.

Located in Mission Bay Park, Fiesta Island offers a 5.2-mile asphalt path around the island for dogs walkers.

Hours are from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.

Grape Street Park

Located at Grape and 28th streets in South Park, this site is unfenced and is available for off-leash use during the following designated days and times: Posted leash-free hours: Mon. thru Fri., 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sat., Sun., and holidays, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Kearny Mesa Community Park

Located at 3170 Armstrong St. in Kearny Mesa, this 1-acre park near the Kearny Mesa Recreation Center offers one area for all dogs. Lighted. Hours are from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.

There is a water station for dogs and fountains for people.

Maddox Neighborhood Park

Located at 7815 Flanders St. in Mira Mesa, this .65-acre park offers one turfed area with a walkway and drinking fountain.

Nobel Park

Located at 8820 Judicial Drive in University City, just east of the North University Community Branch Library building, Nobel Park offers adjacent parking and separate sections for large and small dogs.

Rancho Bernardo Park

Located at 18448 West Bernardo Drive, this 2.66-acre park offers leash-free space adjacent to Rancho Bernardo Community Park.

Rancho PeĂąasquitos Park Located on Salmon River Road at Fairgrove Lane. 1-acre park offers two fenced, turfed areas; one for small dogs and one for large or all dogs, benches, and a street parking area.

Open from dawn to dusk.

Torrey Highlands Park

Located on Lansdale Drive off Del Mar Heights Road, 1-acre park.

Ward Canyon Neighborhood Park

Located at 3905 Adams Ave. Park includes two fenced pens, one for small dogs. Open from dawn to dusk, seven days a week.

Source: www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/ parks/dogs/leashfree

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Sir Hyatt

From Rescue Dog to Hyatt Regency Ambassador

by Pamela Price

ir Hyatt, the hotel ambassador in SHyatt residence at the 580-room Regency LAX, the clos-

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est hotel to the LAX airport terminals, has the world by the tail—literally! This adorable diplomatic dog was rescued by the security staff in 2017 and has been charming guests from airline pilots to international travelers since he took his post. His is now a familiar face for returning guests who often take the ambassador for a walk around the hotel’s surprisingly spacious landscaped grounds.

Libby Zarrahy, Director of Marketing and Public Relations, has cultivated a mutually respectful rapport with Sir Hyatt from the moment he assumed his official duties.

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and the SPCA Los Angeles Pet Adoption Center, visit youtube.com/ watch?v=qeeb2oKBs0o Sir Hyatt’s “embassy” headquarters, so to speak, is officially based in the security department, where he can be reached for his special services, such as having his picture taken (his favorite activity, according to his business card) or perhaps showing you to his favorite hangout spot, the poolside cabanas. He’s also a fan of the French fries served up at unity la™, the hotel’s excellent restaurant with menus that reflect the culinary flavors of LA’s diverse neighborhoods.

Think Drunken Noodles from Thai Town, Carne Asada from Boyle Heights, and Fish Tacos from Santa Monica. The unity la™ market, a 24-hour gourmet outpost next to the restaurant, offers great grab-and-go options, bolstered by displays of freshly baked cinnamon muffins and other traditional favorites.

But if you have time, definitely indulge in unity la’s full breakfast buffet.

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PoshPetCare Airport, a Hyatt Affiliated Hotel. In 2016, with its transition from The Concourse, the hotel underwent a transformation that can be seen and enjoyed in nearly every area of the property.

As Sir Hyatt stood by, we were told about the many airline pilots who request Sir Hyatt for walks around the hotel’s property, a heartwarming service

For your grooming, daycare or boarding needs, this is the place to go. Also has a great retail section and offers training, puppy socialization and photography! Check with the different locations (Beverly Hills, Hollywood Hills West, West Hollywood and Palm Springs) to find out more. Visit their website at poshpetcare.com.

Eat|See|Hear

A summer-long celebration of movies, food and music, Eat|See|Hear is LA’s original traveling outdoor movie series, going to rotating venues around the city. Featuring a wide mix of outdoor movies, live music and yummy food trucks, most venues are dog-friendly. For tickets and venue information, visit eatseehear.com.

Runyon Canyon Park that speaks to the high caliber of this hotel and reinforces its status as the best option for lodging near LAX. It’s truly an oasis in Los Angeles’ most convenient location as the closest hotel to the airport terminals and also at the doorstep of the Beach Cities area … an area that is ripe for discovery.

For more information, visit losangeles airport.regency.hyatt.com or call (424) 702-1234.

Pam Price has is the co-author of of Fun with the Family in Southern California and The 100 Best Spas of The World. She has been the travel editor of The Malibu Times for thirty years and says she never misses an opportunity to take her two Malteses along on her travels.

Are you looking for a great place to exercise yourself and your dog?

Runyon Canyon has a network of trails and off-leash areas for dogs.

If you allow your dog to go off leash, please watch for rattlesnakes. lamountains.com

Crumbs & Whiskers

If you want some cat cuddle time, head over to L.A.’s cat cafe and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea with a roomful of adoptable felines looking for a home. crumbsandwhiskers.com

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August 5–12, 2018, is the ninth national Pets of the Homeless pet food and supplies drive to help homeless pet owners. Bring donations of pet food and supplies to participating donation sites. petsofthehomeless.org petcompanionmag.com | Summer 2018 25

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Everybody Smiles in the Same Language The art and whimsy of Laguna Beach’s Debby Carman always brings a smile

pen the door of either the Faux Paw OArtique Petique in North Laguna or Faux Paw in South Laguna, and you’ll step

into a fanciful world of color and cuteness, brought to you by artist Debby Carman. Exquisite, one-of-a-kind vases, table-top collections, and home decor accessories—both functional and completely impractical—are individually created by Carman at her Faux Paw Productions studio in Laguna Beach and showcased in her two eclectic, original art experience stores. Every item is uniquely crafted and hand drawn, painted, fired and finish glazed.

Carman is a self-taught, imaginative, and tireless creator. After opening her first gallery in Laguna Beach, she taught herself the art of ceramics and crafted a unique and distinctive style of practical pet art and extraordinary accessories, which grew and expanded into an international brand, often referred to as “the most beautiful pet ceramics in the world.” Carman says she gets her inspiration for her art from the pets’ “unique individual appearances and personalities—their vulnerable loving spirit and unconditional loyalty and affection.”

She is recognized by numerous elite breed dog clubs throughout the country as their national specialty artist.

She may be best known for her beautifully elaborate, handcrafted fine porcelain ceramic dog and cat bowls and treat jars—she’s one of just a few people in the world creating custom and uniquely distinctive pet bowls and collectibles for her clients’ furry four-leggers. Asked how she got started, Carman reports

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that she always enjoyed line drawing and cartooning. “I loved watching cats— their quirky appearances, odd pliable poses. And then I realized there was an even larger variety of dogs,” she says.

Carman is an artist, author, cartoonist and fabulist, who dreamily draws, paints, and sculpts whimsical cats, dogs and other creatures of the animal kingdom. She chronicles random notions, furry motions and life’s nutty nuances depicting fun and farce, frolic and foible, in her distinctively recognizable style and expressively vibrant color palette.

The best part of her job? “The endless variety and indulging my love of color.”

Carman creates and licenses original art designs, grand-scale graphic cartoons, paintings, stationary, textile, plush toys and gift accessories for Faux Paw Productions, which has grown into publishing under the Faux Paw Media Group imprint with Debby’s Bowzers and Meowzers™ brand of children’s books.

She has also created an imaginative line of plush puppets and toys to compliment the books and serve as interactive, inspirational learning aids for the books, all written in rhythmically, melodic chime with value-inspiring messages and life lessons.

“I tell stories of life’s lessons learned the hardest possible way,” explains Carman. “It’s my commitment to sharing messages of joy, happiness and humor with good principles.”

Distinctive art, imaginative one of a kind creations, dazzling and vibrant colors, value-inspiring stories written in rhyming verse, a seemingly endless

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repertoire of new characters are all part of the world of Debby Carman.

She believes in “characters and art with heart, because everybody smiles in the same language.”

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Newport Beach

One of Orange County’s most pet-friendly cities

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range County is very pet friendly, with a large roster of animal rescue and adoption organizations (visit our website for a comprehensive list). With over 30 cities, you can find activities and events close to home throughout the year. Newport Beach is one of the cities that offers not only an off-leash dog park but also beach access and great hiking. Are you a cat lover?

The National Cat Protection Society has a shelter in Newport Beach with adoptable cats and volunteer opportunities. For dog lovers, take a look at the outdoor possibilities below.

BEACHES Leashed dogs are allowed on Newport Beach beaches before 9 a.m. and after 5 p.m. Remember your pick-up bags and other beach essentials (see article on page 78).

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CRYSTAL COVE STATE PARK Crystal Cove State Park is one of Orange County’s largest remaining examples of open space and natural seashore, featuring 3.2 miles of beach.

Although not technically in Newport Beach, Crystal Cove is located between Newport and Laguna beaches.

Leashed dogs are only welcome on the three-mile paved, multi-use bluff trail on the coastal side of Pacific Coast Highway, in parking lots, on the ramps, or on any paved surfaces. Dogs are not permitted on any of the backcountry hiking trails, on the beach, or at the Beachcomber Café. For information, visit crystalcovestatepark.org.

UPPER NEWPORT BAY NATURE PRESERVE The 135-acre nature preserve is a wonderful place to hike and see migrating birds and wetlands. Dogs

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are permitted on established hiking trails and other designated areas, as long as they are on a six-foot leash.

The Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center provides a wealth of information about the the bay and is well worth visiting. 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660, newportbay.org.

NEWPORT BEACH BOARDWALK Quick reminder: The boardwalks by the beach do not allow dogs between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Dogs walking on the boardwalk during permitted hours must be on a leash.

NEWPORT BEACH DOG PARK Located at 100 Civic Center Drive between Avocado Avenue and San Miguel Drive. The dog park is open Thursday to Tuesday, 7:00 am to dusk; Wednesday 9:00 am to dusk.

(949) 644-3151.

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Pain in Pets

by Lillian Roberts, DVM, Country Club Animal Clinic

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t’s a no-brainer that we don’t want our pets to suffer pain. Whether you ask a pet parent or a veterinarian, you’re likely to get an immediate answer that pain, when it is recognized, should be relieved. Unfortunately, once we start to dig even one layer beyond that simple sentiment, opinions begin to 30

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diverge on how to recognize pain in our pets and the best way to address it. This article is specific to dogs and cats, but many of the same principles also apply to horses, birds, and other companion animals.

All sentient beings feel pain. It is necessary to normal life. Pain tells us to rest

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an injured limb, to avoid hot stoves, to be careful with sharp objects. It can be said that innate fear of pain is at least as effective as pain itself—how often do you instinctively change a small behavior because you know that if you don’t, something will hurt? Our pets are the same, learning from infancy to avoid

things that hurt, because pain signifies damage, and damage threatens life.

Likewise, the earliest medicine men/ shamans/healers sought ways to alleviate pain in their patients. They learned that willow bark contained a potent anti-inflammatory that later became aspirin, that poppies could be distilled ISTOCK.COM/LUCKYBUSINESS

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Pain tells us to rest an injured limb, to avoid hot stoves, to be careful with sharp objects. into opium and its many derivatives; that applying cold or heat to an injury could affect swelling; and that stabilizing a broken bone greatly improved comfort and, consequently, healing.

We are fortunate, indeed, to live in a time when we understand a great deal about how pain works, and therefore how best to treat it. Much is known, but more is being learned all the time. The causes and treatment options for pain are so numerous and varied that it goes far beyond the scope of this article to cover them all, so please check with your veterinarian if you are concerned your pet may be in pain.

Ways to Categorize Pain

1. Superficial vs. deep Think about the difference between a skin wound or burn as opposed to a deep bruise, sprain or broken bone. Each travels a different nerve pathway to notify the brain there is a problem. Of course,

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one injury or condition may cause both types of pain.

Superficial pain is sharp and sudden.

It sends impulses through a very short nerve “loop” that initially bypasses the brain altogether. You jerk your hand away from the hot stove before you feel the burn. It is usually managed where it lies, with bandages, topical medicine or local anesthesia. It’s rare for superficial pain to cause long-term problems, but if a nerve is injured or significant scar tissue forms, it can happen.

Deep pain uses nerve pathways that often trigger symptoms unrelated to the actual injury, such as nausea, fainting, and throbbing at the site of the injury.

It may respond to ice or heat, but otherwise it’s hard to get at directly. Deep pain is far more likely to become chronic or maladaptive.

Management of deep pain may involve— Medications such as NSAIDs, opiates,

Feature CBD, and others Immobilization via bandages or surgery Correction of the underlying problem, such as surgery to remove a tumor or alleviate an obstruction This type of pain is a reason many pet owners cite when making the decision to seek euthanasia for a beloved pet.

2. Acute vs. chronic Acute pain is sharp and attention-grabbing. It’s that “right now” impulse that demands you drop what you are doing and deal with it. Chronic pain is longer lasting—the nagging backache, for example. Because acute pain is often self-limiting, in most cases it does not require treatment. Chronic pain by definition is long-lasting.

3. Mild vs. severe Pain scales for humans typically rate on a scale from one to ten, where one is mildly annoying and ten is completely debilitating. This is harder to gauge in pets, who often hide their symptoms and have wide-ranging tolerance. The urgency of treatment depends on the severity of the

pain. In veterinary medicine, we tend to err on the side of wanting comfort so are more likely to treat than not. Because our patients can’t explain what they feel, we sometimes use treatment as a test.

If the pet improves with pain relief, we assume it was in pain before treatment.

4. Visceral vs. orthopedic vs. nerve-generated Orthopedic pain refers, of course, to bones, muscles, and joints—by far the leading cause of treatable pain in pets.

Chronic orthopedic pain is the best understood type, and the pain with the most available therapies in veterinary medicine.

Visceral pain is also known as “referred” pain. Viscera—internal organs—don’t have nerves of their own, so when something goes wrong, they can’t send a direct impulse to the brain. Instead, they operate via “stretch” receptors, and the pain impulse may appear to come from a place other than the damaged organ.

Think of a heart attack patient with shoulder pain, or the vague general ache associated with intestinal

Signs of Pain in Dogs

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cramps. In veterinary medicine, this might be associated with a bleeding tumor on the spleen, or a blocked or displaced intestine. It may be the hardest for a pet owner to recognize, because the signs are vague.

Nerve pain is perhaps hardest of all to localize, because nerves travel from skin, muscle and bone through the spinal cord to the brain. Damage or irritation anywhere along that pathway can make it feel like that distant body part hurts, but the real problem lies in the spinal cord or even the brain. An example is sciatica.

5. Physiologic vs. maladaptive Physiologic pain is just that—normal responsive pain that tells us something is wrong and that goes away when the problem is fixed. A broken bone that heals stops hurting.

Maladaptive pain involves ongoing pain that can literally feed on itself.

For example, a chronically irritated nerve will trigger muscle cramps, which are, in turn, painful. In a syndrome called dorsal horn windup, nerve sensors at the edge of the spinal cord literally stimulate themselves, sending constant impulses to the

brain telling it there is pain. But that pain can’t be alleviated by the natural responses—such as changing body position or stretching. Receptors in the brain become overstimulated and fire constantly. This is difficult pain to stop, because there are so many factors at work.

Therapeutic Options for Pain in Pets

1. Local therapy Wounds are stitched, bandaged, salved or otherwise treated topically.

Infections are addressed with antibiotics. The cause of the pain is obvious, and the treatment is directed at the immediate cause, often without the need for systemic therapy.

2. Medication Depending on the nature and duration of the pain, this may include: Anti-inflammatory drugs, such as NSAIDs (carprofen, Galliprant, and others). These go to the site of the injury and reduce inflammation that causes pain. They work within hours and may be used short or long term, or “as needed,” depending on the condition being treated.

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Signs of Pain in Cats

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Opiates, such as buprenorphine and Tramadol. These work on the pain receptors in the brain to reduce the sensation of pain. Strong opiates are rarely used in pets, except during and immediately after surgery or for acute severe pain, or unrelenting pain from chronic terminal conditions such as bone cancer. Tramadol, a weak opiate, is an exception. It is favored by many for being inexpensive and safe, but its benefits in pets are not proven.

Besides, the tablets are large and taste awful, making it hard to administer in some case.

everything from CBD to acupuncture and cold laser therapy to stem cell therapy and many other therapies.

While research is being done, scientific evidence is lacking for many such therapies. Nevertheless, most veterinarians feel that many of these treatments offer significant pain relief and should be considered on a case-bycase basis, especially when more traditional options either fail to work or cause unwanted side effects. It’s not really fair to lump all these modalities together, except that they share certain commonalities—we don’t have any way to measure the effects other than our subjective impressions that the pet is getting better. Some options—stem cell therapy for example—are quite expensive, invasive, and/or require ongoing visits to the vet. Others—CBD comes to mind—are surrounded by such fanaticism that it’s nearly impossible to have a rational discussion on the merits and drawbacks of their use.

3. Surgery Obviously, if the cause of the pain is a wound, single tumor or damaged organ, or a broken bone, then surgery to remove or repair the underlying problem is usually the best option. But even with severe arthritis, surgery to fuse the joint may Supplements, such as glucosamine provide long-lasting pain relief.

HCl, omega-3 fatty acids such as fish oil, Adequan (glycosaminoglycan) 4. Radiation therapy injections, and others. These are typiIn cases where surgery isn’t approprically used over a longer period of time, ate, but pain—especially cancer pain—is and their effects are more subtle and severe, a series of radiation treatments prolonged. These are safe, often very may be recommended. The exact way effective, and readily available in this helps is complex and not fully underaffordable, over-the-counter formulas. stood, but check with your vet if other Unfortunately, the supplement indus- options have not worked. try is poorly regulated, and many such products have little active ingredient Lillian Roberts, DVM, is the owner of when analyzed. Stick with name-brand Country Club Animal Clinic, which is products; when in doubt, check with located at 36869 Cook Street in Palm your vet.

Desert. 760-776-7555 “Alternative modalities.” Beyond the www.countryclubdvm.com scope of this article, this includes

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cover story

Henri Le Frenchie

Gets By With a Little Help From His Friends Photographs courtesy of Samantha Childs

hen Frenchie Henri (pronounced W “Henry”) gets in the water, he sinks straight to the bottom. No dog paddling for this little guy—he can’t float! “He’s not much of a swimmer,” reports owner Samantha Childs. “Given the choice, he only goes in up to his ankles.” It’s just one of the many endearing qualities that made this French bulldog a star on Instagram, stealing the hearts of more than 75,000 followers on his account @henrilefrenchie.

And those followers proved to be a great support system when Henri underwent some serious health issues recently. Henri needed spinal surgery to correct some congenital back problems as well as two slipped disks, which could ultimately have left him paralyzed. The costs for his treatment total about $20,000 so far, and he continues to attend therapy sessions and probably will for some time. “Having people who care really helps. I will read a kind message from someone, and it makes all the difference in my day.”

Some of Henri’s many spinal issues—sadly all common for the

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French Bulldog breed—included vertebral disease, hemivertebrae, stenosis (narrowing of the bone channel that encloses the spinal nerves or the spinal cord), and malformed vertebrae.

Hemivertebrae is a birth defect in which the vertebrae are deformed. In Henri’s case, he had two slipped discs, one of which had begun to fuse to the bone, causing compression of his spine.

When pressure is placed on the spinal cord, the nerves running through the column are unable to receive messages from the brain, ultimately causing paralysis. Sam first noticed that Henri was having trouble when his back legs and hips appeared wobbly and were getting quickly worse. “The nerves were being pinched, and his back legs weren’t getting proper signals, so the muscles were atrophying,” she explains.

“A number of people on Instagram reached out and recommended Dr. Wayne Berry of Southern California Veterinary Specialty Hospital,” Sam says.

“He has been incredible, and I’m so grateful to have been told about him.”

Henri underwent two MRIs—one of his middle and lower spine and another of his upper spine and head. Just days

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after the first MRI, he had a seizure (his first and hopefully only one), so they had to do the second MRI, along with a spinal tap, to see if it was possible to operate.

Thankfully, it was, and he had his surgery this spring.

Since then, he’s been participating in hydrotherapy and cold laser therapy at Tsavos Canine Rehab in San Diego. He walks on a water treadmill and sometimes takes to the pool for additional treatment. Henri wears both a life jacket and an inflatable neck support during these sessions, and he looks like a little swimming donut. (See tsavoscaninerehab.com for more on the hydrotherapy.)

He also receives K-laser therapy, which is also used on humans, to increase blood flow and lessen pain while healing. (See k-laser.com for more information.) This k-laser treatment, which has shown the most notable results, is administered at his regular veterinarian’s office, Torrey Pines Animal Hospital in San Diego.

With two videos of Henri receiving K-laser treatment topping 2.5 million views, Henri has true friends online.

“People have been so supportive of Henri on Instagram during this whole medical crisis,” Sam says. “On Instagram, strangers become friends.” She continues, “Henri and I have become friends with people all over the world. We’re modernday pen pals.” His followers are commit-

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ted to Henri and want him to get well, be happy, and live a long and healthy life.

“They send Henri presents,” reports Sam. “They even send me flowers when I’m sick.”

And Henri’s Instagram followers pop up everywhere. Whether on a walk, rolling in the sand at Del Mar Dog Beach, or rolling down the aisles in a shopping cart running errands, it’s not unusual for Henri le Frenchie to be recognized.

“Is that @henrilefrenchie?” people ask, referring to his Instagram name. “I follow him!” Now people ask about his

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recovery. They know his whole story and follow his daily life. “Sometimes I almost forget how they know so much!” laughs Samantha.

Henri loves the attention, which is good, because he gets a lot of it! And dog mom Sam is happy to oblige his fans.

She feels it’s only fair, because, she says, “Before I got Henri, I was obsessed with Frenchies.” At the time, she was living in New York City and studying at Columbia University for an MFA in writing. “I would see a Frenchie three blocks away, and I would literally start running. Then when I got close, I would slow down and be casual and try to pretend that I hadn’t been chasing someone’s dog. But I’d be completely out of breath, so they probably knew, anyway.”

On Samantha’s 30th birthday, her present from her parents was Henri. She finally had a Frenchie of her own.

French bulldogs are now one of the world’s most popular dog breeds. The American Kennel Club (AKC) calls them “adaptable, playful and smart,” and Henri is certainly that. This muscular dog, with his stand-up bat ears and big melting eyes, has done a lot of adapting since Sam adopted him. The little New Yorker

headed to the West Coast with Sam when she finished her classes and moved back to the San Diego area to write her thesis.

He has a new uncle (Sam’s parents have a new Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy), and even at 8 years old, Henri loves to tumble and play with his new family member, Zulu. He’s extremely tolerant when it comes to dressing up all kinds of silly (but festive!) costumes. Even when he had surgery this year, he never lost his sweet and affectionate nature, he completes his physical therapy sessions with good humor and a big smile on his face.

“He still looks and acts like a puppy,” Sam reflects. Though he’s long since grown out of his puppy chewing stage, she says that when he was young, he ate her passport, destroyed five pairs of sunglasses—including one Cartier pair that

didn’t belong to her!—and chewed the corners off her sofa. But, she says, how could anyone stay mad at a face like that?

So how did Henri become such an Instagram hit? Samantha’s answer?

“Procrastination.”

In an attempt to focus on finishing her thesis, Sam went with Henri to her family’s quiet cabin in Montana for two weeks. There would be no TV, no friends, and no Internet. Nothing to do but write.

But she did have her phone. And she discovered that one of her best friends had created an Instagram account for her dog, Daphne, and that Daphne had 50 followers. “At first I thought it was hilarious that 50 people were following a dog! But soon I was making an account for Henri.

I spent the entire time in Montana doing it. I maybe wrote 3 pages for my thesis.

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Henri Le Frenchie

• Purrs like a cat • Snorts like a pig • Likes to smell people’s eyeballs • Doesn’t have a tail (he was born without one) • Is named after French King Henri IV • Favorite food is cheese

Sneak peek at some illustrations from Henri’s upcoming book about bullying.

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Actually, probably more like 2 and a half.”

It was exciting to watch his account grow. “First he had 100 followers, and I remember that was super exciting. Then it was 500. Then 1,000.” Now Henri has 75,500 followers, and the number keeps rising.

Sam is happy that she gets to share Henri with the world and that he has become a part of so many people’s lives.

“One of the earliest really touching messages I received was from a young man who had severe epilepsy and couldn’t leave his house. He was an artist and had drawn a fantastic cartoon of Henri.

He said that seeing pictures of Henri on Instagram every day made his health issues more bearable. That really blew me away.”

Henri’s Instagram account has also inspired Samantha creatively. Since she started managing Henri’s Instagram account, she’s become extremely skilled at social media, leading her to social media management jobs. Always a writer at heart, she’s currently publishing a children’s book—“It’s a book about bullying and Henri is the protagonist.

The book is filled with other celebridogs as well. I am really excited for it to come out, especially after the delay we’ve had with Henri’s health issues.” Sam met her illustrator for the book, Hannah Farr, through Instagram, and she’s turned out to be one of those amazing friends that

Sam has never met. “She lives in England, and while I’ve known her for a long time and she’s a good friend, we’ve never actually met in person.”

Sam says she likes to use Henri’s platform to partner with small artists whose work she admires, to help garner them some publicity. She’s very careful how and where she uses Henri’s “voice,” because, she says, she would never want to associate him with something she (and he) didn’t believe in. One thing she loves to support is animal causes. For one of Henri’s birthdays she had a huge party at a local dog-friendly bar. There were goody bags and a photographer and raffles and over a dozen vendors who’d donated. The tickets sold out and the proceeds went to an animal rescue in Baja, Mexico.

And as for Henri, he’s happy and getting stronger. And despite all he’s been through, Sam reveals that he’s never been down or depressed. “He’s still full

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of happiness, every single day, no matter what he has to face,” she confides.

“He has such an amazing, positive attitude. He’s pretty much my role model.

Even when he’s on the water treadmill— which is not his favorite—he’ll look up at me and give a big Frenchie smile.”

“He’s the nicest soul I’ve ever met.”

You can find Henri on Instagram at @henrilefrenchie.

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by Lori Carman, VSPDT, Dream Dogs

hile many parts of the country are W still experiencing “snow days,” we are already seeing “desert days” here in

our valley. You know what that means— the weather is heating up, and we’ll all begin adjusting our activities around the 100+° days that will soon become the norm until fall returns.

For our four-legged companions, this usually means shorter walks, fewer trips to the dog park, and less time out of the house, creating a recipe for boredom— that is, canine cabin fever!

So how can you keep your pup from feeling stress during our desert days?

Play indoor games of course! “Cognitive” games will help in curing their canine cabin fever. Fun stimulating games come

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in many forms and essentially create a workout for their brain. Playing these games can give them enough of a workout that they actually get tired.

The next question is, “How do I go about selecting the right games for my dog?” Consider your dogs natural play tendencies. Are they food motivated? Do toys that bounce, wobble or wiggle get their attention? How are they at hide & seek? Do they use their feet or just their mouth? Finding several well-made dog puzzles available for purchase should not be difficult. However, be sure to check reviews to see if it is a fit for your dog’s personality and is durable.

Here are some easy, fun and creative DIY games you can try at home.

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An easy one to start with is rolling treats into a towel or yoga mat.

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Does your dog have a favorite toy? It can be hidden too, just substitute the treats for the toy.

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The ultimate boredom buster is to sign up for a class with your dog. Look for classes held in an indoor, climatecontrolled facility and pick a time and class that work for you. You’ll likely have the added bonus of a professional trainer helping coordinate challenging and fun activities for you and your dog.

Both you and your dog can beat the heat this summer and have some fun together, indoors where it’s comfortable.

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How Do I Find the Right Trainer? a new dog into your family is a Welcoming special moment, whether you’re bringing

home a dog for the first time or expanding your pack. And while everyone who has ever had a dog will tell you that you need to start training right away, no one’s perfect. Those first few days are shiny and new, often full of “Let’s play!

Let’s snuggle! What rules??”

Once the fluff has settled, so to speak, “cute” things like leaping up on new guests aren’t so cute anymore. So, that training thing starts to sound like a good idea. And it is. Training your dog properly will help him live a full, enriched life and strengthen the bond you share.

Here are a few tips to consider when looking for a dog trainer.

What do you want to learn?

Does your pup need to master the basics of obedience training, or are there more serious issues to tackle? Be honest when speaking to your potential trainer about your pet’s needs, especially if there are other behavioral issues that need addressing.

What type of learning environment are you looking for?

The three most common training programs are: group classes, board and train, and private one-on-one sessions.

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What is the training method and philosophy?

This is important. Do your homework to ensure that your potential trainer uses positive, dog-friendly techniques. There is absolutely no need to impose hurtful methods like hitting, yanking a dog’s collar or leash so hard they come off the ground, or other methods that cause harm.

Ask for references.

Online reviews are helpful, but ask your potential trainer for references from past and current clients.

And, if you’re able, contact them. Don’t let it make you uncomfortable—dog parents who have given a trainer a positive reference will be more than happy to talk to you about their experience.

Observe a class or session before enrolling.

A reputable, ethical trainer will understand your request to observe prior to enrolling, and may even suggest it before you ask.

Transparency is good sign, and you might have an opportunity to get feedback from the students while you are there.

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Does Your Dog Have a Barking Problem?

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by Valerie Masi, Best Paw Forward

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arking is a very common—and anBowner noying—behavior that can drive a pet crazy. The incessant barking—at

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the doorbell, at the mail carrier, at the bird flying by—can be maddening and seemingly impossible to control. But there is hope—dogs who bark excessively can be trained to control their urge to immediately respond with barking.

The first step in solving the barking problem is to identify the type of barking problem your dog has. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® (ASPCA) lists some common reasons that dogs bark.

Barking in response to noises and sights. Alarm barking is not limited to defending territory; it can also be fearful behavior.

Territorial Barking ​

Excessive barking in response to people or animals moving near their territory.

Compulsive Barking

Repetitive barking often accompanied by a repetitive movement, such as pacing or running a pattern in your backyard. These dogs could be suffering from boredom or anxiety.

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Frustration-Induced Barking

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Socially Facilitated Barking

Often called “responsive barking.” Your dog barks when he hears another dog bark or is trying to get another dog or you to engage in play.

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Excessive barking in response to a frustrated situation, such as being confined or being separated from other dogs or people.

Most barking problems stem from lack of exercise and socialization, so know your breed and understand how much exercise your breed needs. For example, a Westie requires less exercise than a Sheltie, even though they’re both smaller breeds—they have very different needs. A Sheltie is a herding breed, highly intelligent and built to run … a lot! A Westie is a terrier, bred to go after rats and small ground creatures, more of a relentless digger then a runner. Providing enough exercise (and the right kind of mental stimulation) will help alleviate some barking problems—remember, a well exercised dog is a content dog. And a content dog is less likely to have attention-seeking, compulsive or frustrated barking issues.

You should also know how much socialization your dog needs. Breeds that were specifically bred for aggression will need more socialization than those that were not. A well socialized dog is less likely to have barking problems in social situations.

You can take various approaches to training your dog not to bark excessively. You can purchase tools to help, such as noisemakers, collars that spray citronella, and collars that vibrate or give a static correction. One of my favorite tools is a simple water bottle.

When the barking gets out of control, a quick spray of water will get your dog’s attention and interrupt the barrage of barks. I recommend seeking advice from a professional trainer before choosing a method, because it’s important to get

the training right so you don’t confuse your dog or make the problem worse.

Let the professional suggest a method for correcting that he or she thinks will work best with your dog. Some pet owners use treats, or a reward system of some type, but that can sometimes lead to an even bigger barking problem if you reward incorrectly or at the wrong time.

The majority of barking problems can be solved fairly quickly, within a week or two; however, tougher cases may need to be worked on for months.

One important step when you’re working with your dog to curb his excessive barking is to talk to your neigh-

bors. If you’re frustrated with the barking, you can be sure it’s frustrating your neighbors, too. By approaching the problem head-on with your neighbors, you may be able to enlist their help in training your dog. If you tell them the truth, express your own frustration, and relay what you’re doing to fix it, they may find some patience and be less likely to file formal complaints with the local authorities.

When you find or a trainer sets up a program for you to follow, success will only come if you make the effort to work consistently with your dog. Consistency is always the key to successful training.

Valerie Masi, owner of Best Paw Forward, can be reached at 760-885-9450 or visit www.bestpawforwarddogtraining.com.

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Triple Digits

by Brittany Yates, DVM, VCA Desert Animal Hospital

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afe summer activities for pets include swimming, indoor doggie play dates/day care, and making fun treats such as pupsicles! Make sure your pet knows how to swim—don’t just assume he will just know how. Gated pools are much safer and protect pets from accidental drowning. Life jackets are also available for pets.

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Take your pet’s favorite stuffable treat toy (like a Kong™ or CHEW Tux™) and layer canned dog food, treats, peanut butter or other favorite snacks and freeze it. Your dog will have a cool treat that takes a while to consume. Supervision is recommended when giving a pet a toy.

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t is common for people to lead an active lifestyle with their pets.

This is important to remember when you take your pet out during the day. Never walk your dog, hike or run with them in the middle of the day, when temperatures are at their highest. We often forget when we’re out walking or running during the summer, no matter what time of day, dogs aren’t wearing shoes and have direct contact with the asphalt. The asphalt is always going to be hotter, sometimes almost 40 degrees hotter than the weather outside, and this is heating up the only surface your dog can sweat through!

Injuries can range from minor paw pad burns to overheating, which leads to heat strokes. A simple rule of thumb: If you can’t walk on the pavement barefoot, then it isn’t safe for your pet, either.

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t’s that time of year again in the desert, when our weather hits triple digits. Our severe heat can be uncomfortable for us, but especially dangerous for our pets. Summer safety is key to protecting our beloved fur family.

Unlike us, most animals do not have the ability to sweat throughout their body. Dogs and cats perspire through their paws and will pant to evaporate water from their oral cavity and upper airways. This is important to know when it comes to outdoor activities and traveling with pets.

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lways remember water! Water at home in bowls, in crates, outside, everywhere. When you’re out, make sure to have water not only for yourself but also for your pets. There are collapsible dog bowls you can purchase that hook onto a belt loop for easy carrying.

It is best to avoid letting your dog drink from outside natural water sources, because they may be contaminated, leading to possible parasite infection or just general gastrointestinal upset.

Keep in mind the needs of a pet that lives in the backyard or uses a doggie door, and cats that live outside. Fresh water and shade are a MUST, but it is ultimately best and safest to leave pets indoors during the summer months.

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nimals that overheat suffer from “heat stroke,” whereby their temperature rises dangerously high, and if high enough, results in organ and brain damage that can lead to death. All pets are susceptible to heat stress and heat stroke, but certain animals are more at risk. Dark, thick-/ double-coated dog breeds, brachycephalic animals, and overweight animals are a few examples.

Outside of dogs and cats, guinea pigs and chinchillas are extremely susceptible to heat strokes.

Reptiles left outside, especially those that are not desert dwellers naturally, are also at risk and can die from overheating.

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And cracking the windows makes no difference. The chart shows how quickly the temperature can rise in a parked vehicle.

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nother important aspect of summer is remembering to NEVER leave a pet in a car, even if it’s “just for a minute.” It is illegal, and you can be arrested and charged with animal endangerment and cruelty. Many think leaving the car on with the air conditioning running is okay. This, too, is illegal and it’s illegal year-round,* no matter what the weather is.

On average, a locked car heats up 20 degrees every 10 minutes. At that rate, it doesn’t take long to become dangerous.

Summer is a great time for families and their pets to be together enjoying fun activities. For veterinarians, this can be one of the worst times of year for animal emergencies.

Remembering these safety tips will protect your fur family members and keep them from being rushed into a veterinary hospital.

Remember, heat stroke is completely preventable!

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Leaving your animal in an unattended car may also be viewed as an act of animal neglect, which means that the prosecutor could also opt to file additional charges under Penal Code 597 PC.19 Editor’s note: Some cities may have amended (stricter) versions of the law.

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Canine Influenza How Important is Vaccination?

by Robert Reed, DVM, MSES, MPA, VCA Rancho Mirage Animal Hospital

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etween December 27, 2017 and February 12, 2018, there were 413 confirmed cases of canine influenza in California, most of them in the San Francisco Bay Area. During the last half of March and the end of April, 2018, 65 percent of cases reported nationwide were in California. If we include Nevada (primarily the Reno area), that number jumps to 87 percent. And, because most cases are not definitively diagnosed, the actual number of dogs infected is almost certainly much higher.

Since 2015, California has seen sporadic cases of canine flu, but nothing that approaches the significance of the outbreak we are seeing now. It has brought us to the forefront of a renewed nationwide discussion about the nature of the threat, as well as the best way to protect our pets from it. People ask me about canine flu every day, with a frequency that suggests it has become an important topic of discussion in our own community, as well.

Here are some thoughts to consider when deciding if your dog should receive a vaccination.

History

There are two known strains of canine flu: H3N8 and H3N2. H3N8 was discovered in Florida in 2004 in a group of racing greyhounds. Research determined that it was a horse virus that mutated and jumped species to dogs. Deeper investigation revealed that it may have been present as far back as 1999, but prior to that

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time canine influenza didn’t exist. The virus subsequently caused a number of small outbreaks among greyhounds at racetracks in several states and a significant outbreak among all breeds in New York in 2005. A vaccine against H3N8 was introduced in 2009. Even so, it has since appeared in nearly every state and become endemic in many parts of the country.

Outside the United States, concerns began to surface in 2007 when H3N2 was discovered in South Korea. Its precise origin is unclear, but we know it was an avian virus that jumped from birds to dogs, possibly through exposure in markets in other parts of Asia. Any remaining complacency about canine flu disappeared in March 2015, when H3N2 turned up in Chicago (nobody knows exactly how) and caused a major outbreak. By the end of the year, it had been identified in several other states, causing smaller outbreaks in Atlanta in the summer/fall of 2015, and in Seattle in early 2016. As is typical with flu vac-

cines, the H3N8 vaccine is ineffective against H3N2. A vaccine against H3N2 was not available until the end of 2015, but its use has only gradually increased, and cases have continued to appear.

Unlike human flu, there is no seasonal variation in the transmission of canine flu.

While there is still a lot we don’t know about canine influenza, it seems possible that, even though both strains cause similar illness, H3N2 may be more easily transmitted than H3N8, or at least carriers may be contagious for a longer period of time. For the last three years, H3N2 has been the dominant strain in every area where multiple cases have been confirmed, although H3N8 hasn’t gone away. Currently, vaccines are available that protect against both strains.

Because canine influenza is a newly emerged virus, there is no natural immunity to it, so vaccination has become a key component in efforts to control both the spread of the disease and the severity of outbreaks where they occur.

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In a general sense, dogs catch canine flu the same way people catch human flu. (Fortunately, people don’t get dog flu.) The virus is contained in aerosolized droplets of saliva or respiratory secretions and is usually transmitted through coughing, sneezing, and barking. But it is also easily passed by contact with contaminated surfaces, like chew toys, water bowls, or kennels, and even people’s clothing and hands. Studies have shown the virus remains viable for up to 48 hours on surfaces, 24 hours on clothing, and 12 hours on hands.

Because no population immunity exists, we can assume every unvaccinated, exposed dog will become infected.

Of those infected, as many as 20 percent may show no obvious symptoms, but 80 percent will become ill. Even those who don’t become sick can still transmit the virus. Transmission is most likely to

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occur in the first 2 to 3 days after infection, at a point where some dogs have few symptoms, so they may be most contagious when their condition is least obvious. After that relatively short window of high infectivity, the virus becomes difficult to detect through the most commonly used diagnostic tests. As a result, many cases of canine flu are never accurately diagnosed, which means that the number of confirmed cases reported may represent only a portion of the total number of dogs affected.

Symptoms and Treatment

There is another reason statistics on the number of dogs with flu probably don’t represent the true number of cases. The symptoms can be very similar to other respiratory diseases, often described as “kennel cough”: coughing, sneezing, nasal discharge, loss of appe-

tite, and lethargy, which are similar to the symptoms most humans experience.

Like humans, most dogs will recover from flu with supportive care using fluids, nutrition, possibly antibiotics, and sometimes anti-inflammatories and cough suppressants. However, they may continue to cough for 2 to 3 weeks, and a few (probably under 5 percent) will develop pneumonia and die from flu.

Most of those who develop serious illness have other, predisposing conditions, like tracheal collapse, heart disease, or a suppressed immune system, that make them more susceptible to secondary infections. Such especially vulnerable individuals, therefore, have the most to benefit from vaccination.

Summary

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Fortunately, canine influenza virus will never have an impact like parvovirus because the mortality rate is so much lower. As a disease agent influenza virus is more analogous to Bordetella, the organism most closely associated with the “kennel cough” syndrome, and one we routinely vaccinate against. As with many upper respiratory pathogens, including Bordetella among others, exposure to influenza can be somewhat controlled through lifestyle adjustments. Avoiding contact with other dogs and places where they come together (like boarding, grooming, and daycare

facilities) can reduce the risk significantly. A key difference with influenza is the extreme ease of transmission that is compounded by a lack of population immunity. Although in time it may become just another risk among many, at the moment it seems to warrant special attention.

In a broader, more altruistic sense, vaccination provides an additional, general benefit by inducing a greater immunity in the local population, which reduces each individual’s risk of encountering a contagious dog, and especially protects dogs with pre-existing health conditions, who are the most vulnerable members of our community.

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Stray or Not Too Stray?

Some advice on what to do when you find a stray cat

by John Snedden

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ome are bold, some are shy, some cry out loudly, and some try to cry but are silent. There are those that run and hide, those that move just out of reach, and those that cannot rub hard enough on your leg and grab at it when you try and walk away. What they all have in common is that they are strays.

How they became that way is as varied as each cat. It really doesn’t matter how it came to be—in fact, you probably do not want to know—but if you want to do something, there are a number of helpful options. I like to call the process “zero to hero.”

Your first instinct might be to do essentially nothing. You watch the stray come and go, maybe put food and water out, watch some of the antics in your yard, and possibly give the stray a name. Then

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one day, he’s a no-show. Another day goes by, and still no stray. On day three or four, you begin to wonder what happened: Where did he go? Did something happen? Was it a car, a coyote, or did someone pick him up? Most of the time, these questions will go unanswered. But this time, on day five, he comes back, and not wanting to go through the questions or worries again, you start thinking that there must be other options!

So now we must decide what to do with the stray. Can we find the owner?

Do we want to keep him? Do we want to find a home for him? Do we just want to spay/neuter and release back? How do we integrate him into our household? Is he feral or abandoned/lost? Healthy or sick? As soon as we start asking those questions, a couple of things come to

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mind: the time involved and how much is all of this going to cost. If you do a little homework first, you’ll find that there are various organizations that work with animal hospitals, clinics, and veterinarians and can provide financial assistance and/or vouchers for services and products, including trapping and caging materials. After all, it should not be a burden to help an animal in need.

If you don’t have the space, resources or desire to bring the stray into your house but want to do something, you can capture the cat, visit the vet or clinic for a wellness check and spay/neuter, then return the stray back where you got him.

Now you know he is healthy and unable to contribute numbers to the homeless cat population. If by chance you happened to have fallen under the enchanted spell of that stray cat looking into your eyes on the way back from the clinic, then your work and rewards have only just begun.

You may want to take a photo and make some flyers to post at clinics or vet offices

or on telephone poles near the spot where you found your new friend. Social media is also very helpful. If someone responds and claims the little guy, then you’ll have a warm and fuzzy reward as you watch the two reunite. If nobody responds, then a new and even more rewarding adventure awaits you. So, let’s get the little guy into your household!

Start small and work up from there.

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a cage, litter box, bed/blanket, food and water. Life will be easier for you if there are no hiding spots or places a stray can wedge himself in to that you can’t! You will be able to see very shortly if this guy was ever housebroken, an indoor- or outdoor-only cat, and what social skills he has developed (or is sorely lacking).

Just sit on the floor and let the natural curiosity of the cat take over. By using a cage as a house/shelter, the cat will learn that it’s his safe place, so he won’t run and hide whenever the cage comes out for road trips.

After a few days of eating, sleeping, and litter box use in the room, a routine has now developed, and it is probably time to begin the whole-house integration. If you have other pets, low and slow is the key. Keep all the pets on the same level, with the new member confined via cage or separator—but make sure he’s visible, smellable, and touchable for the others.

Your pets will establish a pecking order in your household, determing who gets to play with whom first. There may be an occasional act of “confusion” among the crew, but it won’t be that much different from the sibling rivalry you grew up with.

Finally, it’s time to open up the house and enjoy your newest addition. Develop daily routines of play time, nap time, and exploring time to nurture the special bond that seems to grow between an animal in need and the hero human that comes to their rescue. You’ll be sitting there in the evening, watching the news replay all the drama of the day, and then you’ll feel a gentle paw-tap on the arm.

You’ll look over at the little face behind the paw, and instantly you’ll know … Yes, it is all worth it, and life is good!

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RVing

With Your Pet Tips, tricks and need-to-knows

by Scot Mills

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or those already enjoying the RV lifestyle, there is nothing like the freedom and excitement of life on the road.

And, for those thinking of giving it a try, what are you waiting for? You would be hard-pressed to find a friendlier community—or a better way to explore the country!

Cats make excellent traveling companions, too.

Traveling with Your Pet

First, not all pets travel well, which is something my wife and I discovered with our small rescue terrier mix, Barney. He becomes “Mr. Shivers” whenever we begin each journey, although we’ve found that letting him ride in his crate and near my wife keeps him feeling safe. So long as he has his blankets to curl up under, and the crate is close to Mom and Dad, everything is ju-u-ust fine—something that can work for your travel-nervous petcompanionmag.com | Summer 2018 75

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And, whether you are brand new to RVing or a seasoned veteran, one thing is for sure: The whole family comes along, which naturally includes your pet. But, there are a few things to know about traveling with your pet, especially if you are new to RVing—not that old pros can’t learn a few new tricks as well!

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Barney feels secure when traveling in his crate with comforting blankets to burrow in. Most RV parks require that pets are on leash when not in the RV. A collapsible exercise pen is a nice option to give your companion room to stretch, or a tethering system (above) also works.

Keeping your pet on leash whether at the park or at the rest stop prevents a skittish pet from running into traffic.

pooch as well, so long as they are crate trained. Or, you can try keeping your dog occupied with a new toy or chew stick—something that will also have them associating long drives with ... a new toy! A new goody! YAY! Pets can be susceptible to motion sickness too, and if yours is, try giving them some peppermint, fennel, dill, or catnip, all of which have soothing qualities for

TRAVEL MUST-HAVES • Bring folder with medical history & vaccination record

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upset tummies. (Well, maybe skip the catnip for your feline friends, at least while you’re attempting to drive….) If your pet can’t consume the whole herb, try using tincture drops, or simply add to drinking water; and this is, of course, in addition to slowing down and driving carefully, which you should be doing, anyway.

Also, even though you may be living a schedule-free life of leisure on the road, your pet still needs a routine to keep them comfortable. Be sure to stop at rest areas for scheduled breaks and take the time for regular walks when on long drives. Even though you may be fine going extended miles with only occasional restroom breaks, dogs especially need regular stops not just to relieve themselves, but to exercise and get some all-important sniffing taken care of as well. This should be on the same schedule they are used to being on in their “regular” home.

There will also be times when it is necessary to leave your dog alone in the RV, such as when food shopping or going on

hikes in areas where pets aren’t allowed.

For this, you need to ensure your dog is comfortable being left alone in what is likely an unfamiliar area surrounded by unfamiliar people. While Barney has always been a VERY good boy with this, we have also experienced folks who’ve left a barking dog home alone for the day—not fair to the pup, and not fun for those in earshot!

To help overcome separation anxiety, try acclimating your dog with longer and longer stints away from you until they are comfortable without you around. You can also toss a “Find it!” treat to your dog as you leave, which will get their mind off you vacating them, and you should always be sure and exercise them before leaving so that pent-up energy won’t become destructive bored behavior.

Finally RVing is the best way we can think of to live a comfortable life while visiting exciting new places—something we would never consider doing without our “son” Barney along. In fact, not only is the RV community super friendly, supportive, and helpful to each other, they are also some of the most petfriendly people around. It seems nearly everyone who RVs has a pet—almost as though having a furry friend is a prerequisite to the lifestyle!

And, so long as your pet travels well and is easily acclimated to new areas (hint: new areas also mean new things to sniff!), there is no reason to consider leaving them behind.

Besides, who would consider such a thing in the first place?

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Essentials & Extras for a Beach Day with Your Dog

by Anna West

Essentials

FRESH WATER AND WATER DISH. Not all beaches have easy access to fresh water for your dog, and if your dog is anything like mine, it runs like crazy at the beach. Be sure to bring extra water and a dish so your dog can stay hydrated.

FOOD. Packing this item could depend on how long you plan on staying, but if you’re making it a full beach day, I would plan to bring some extra snacks to keep your dog well fed.

CLEAN-UP BAGS. Almost all beaches I’ve been to are already equipped with these, but if you’re a dog owner, I’m sure it’s something you don’t usually travel without, and the beach is no exception.

LEASH, COLLAR, HARNESS. Even if you are going to a leash-free beach like Del Mar dog beach, you still need to get from the car down to the sand. Be sure to remember the basics and bring your leash and collar.

ID TAGS. I’m going to assume most owners keep their dog’s ID on its collar, but especially if you are going to let your dog roam free off-leash, be sure to keep its collar on so it can be identified.

SUNSCREEN. Not just for you, but also for your pup!

Dogs are susceptible to UV rays just like humans, and various brands of animal-safe sunscreen now on the market make it very easy to protect your pup from a painful sunburn.

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ummer time is here, and with summer comes the need to beat the heat and hit Sa human-only the beach to cool off. Luckily, for those of us in San Diego, this doesn’t have to be activity. Whether you’re in North County or down South, you’ll find a

dog-friendly beach nearby where you can enjoy a day in the sun with your pup.

Packing for a day at the beach by yourself already requires a laundry list of items, but packing for a beach trip with your dog is a whole other list of stuff! I’ve learned from trial and error the dos, don’ts, and must-haves for a day at the beach with your dog. Whether it’s a quick beach walk or a full-day beach adventure, here are some guidelines on the essentials versus the extras for a successful beach trip.

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FLOATING TOYS. If your dog is a swimmer, you won’t want to go without some type of floating toy— plus you get the bonus of watching them swim!

CHUCK-IT TOY. San Diego is great for a lot of things but, let’s face it, it’s not known for it’s wideopen spaces. The beach is one place you can really play a good long game of fetch with your pup.

Chuck-it takes the game to a whole new level and can really help you wear out a high-energy dog.

CAMERA. It goes without saying that you’ll want to capture all the fun!

ABSORBENT PET TOWEL. Call it an extra that also qualifies as an essential, because nobody wants a wet dog getting in their car. After making that mistake a few times, I did some research and found numerous brands of extraabsorbent, quick-drying dog towels. The Dirty Dog “Dog Shammy” is one of my personal favorites.

ANIMAL FIRST-AID KIT. Always carry a first-aid kit made especially for your pet.

LIFE VEST. If your dog loves the water but isn’t the strongest swimmer, I highly recommend trying a doggie life vest. Perk number one, your pup looks adorable. Perk number two, they stay safe at the beach.

PAW PROTECTION. Even though the beach is where you go to cool off, we all know the sand can be hot, hot, hot! Your dog will also feel this heat, and there are products to protect the paws from heat (and cold, too).

UMBRELLA. This is another extra versus essential, depending on how long you plan on staying. For a long visit to the beach, there’s nothing better than being able to get out of the sun for a few minutes.

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Northern California Adventures

Looking for the perfect vacation that can include your best furry pal?

outhern California can get very hot during the summer. To take a break from the SMendocino. temperatures and still be close to home, consider a quick trip up the coast to Located about 150 miles north of San Francisco, Mendocino is the ulti-

mate dog-friendly town. Known for its spectacular scenery, Victorian villages, great wineries and redwood forests, it is a traveler’s delight—and, it’s very dog-friendly!

Little River Inn offers a unique package for active pet families (see ad on page 87). Here are a couple of highlights from the area.

LITTLE RIVER INN. Pups are in paradise at the beautiful and historic Little River Inn on the Mendocino Coast of Northern California. Because Innkeeper Cally Dym believes dogs are part of your pack, her family-owned resort offers an incomparable experience for a vacation with your furry friend.

The crown jewel of their dog-centric hospitality is the River Dog Package that includes a kayaking trip for you and your dog atop a purpose-built, super-stable craft. Gentle breezes ruffle your pet’s fur as they skim along, communing with nature and maybe even a friendly otter.

Little River Inn has room for your pooch to roam on their grounds and a cozy parlor in the main building where dogs and their humans can dine together. Miles of hiking trails also surround the property, and there’s a dog-friendly beach just across the street. Doggie welcome gifts includes a towel for after-adventure clean up, tasty treats, and water and food bowls.

The Inn is a hit with humans, too. There is a day spa and full-service salon, a 9-hole Auduboncertified golf course, and regulation tennis courts.

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LULA CELLARS. Lula Cellars is a small production, ultra-premium label located in Anderson Valley’s Deep End. The goal of Lula Cellars is simple: to produce quality, world-class wines of great value and sell them directly to consumers through their tasting room and website. The Lula Cellars Tasting Room is open seven days a week. The welcoming staff is knowledgeable about the wines and growing regions and local history. Come by and say hello to our winery dog, Honey. No reservations required. 2800 Guntly Rd, Philo, CA 95466, 707.895.3737, lulacellars.com

NOYO BEACH—OFF-LEASH BEACH. It’s tricky finding this beach in Fort Bragg but worth the effort if your dog likes to play off leash at the beach. Turn east on North Harbor Drive and continue into the harbor, proceed to the end until the road curves right and follow downhill into the harbor.

Keep going around the hairpin, past the charter boats and restaurants. You’ll go around a few bends and turns, just keep going until you’ve passed under the bridge.

Doggy beach goes all the way to the sand.

SKUNK TRAIN. History buffs and locals know that the Skunk Train was built in the 1880s to move logs from the coastal town of Fort Bragg to the inland cowboy country of Willits. Today, the railroad’s steam and dieselpowered trains chug through dense woods and zigzag along the lively Noyo River, providing unparalleled access to the Pacific Coast Temperate Rainforest. Young and old (and their furry companions as well!) delight as the trains travel through tunnels and cross over trestles, all while sending clouds of steam skyward. Beginning in May, the Skunk offers Rail Bikes that you can ride along the tracks, as well as a Trail Loop hike through some of the most unspoiled redwood forest in the world. Take a two-person Rail Bike ride on the tracks along the picturesque Pudding Creek Estuary.

A Trail Loop is also available for riders of the Pudding Creek Express who wish to disembark and walk a 1-mile loop before getting back on the train. Skunk Train (California Western Railroad), 100 W. Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA 95437, (707) 964-6371, skunktrain.com petcompanionmag.com | Summer 2018 81

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ome to Idyllwild for a visit! The summer months are filled with music and concerts, art galleries, extraordinary dining venues, visits with the Mayor of Idyllwild and his Deputy Mayors, Mitzi and Mikey, and much more. Here are a few of our favorite events and activities this summer—be sure to find out more about each event and attend as many as you can!

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It’s so much fun to see all the artists and their creations. There are always new things to see!

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Eight concerts on Thursday evenings: July 5, 12, 19, 26 August 2, 9, 16, 23 Idyllwild Brewpub 54423 Village Center Dr (951) 659-016 Concerts start at 6:15 pm. Bring your chairs and/or blankets to sit outdoors at this beautiful outdoor venue. Also bring your picnic dinner and beverages. Enjoy the camaraderie of the community as musicians delight the audiences with their performances during these warm summer night concerts.

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IDYLLWILD’S 53RD ANNUAL INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE

4th of July 10:00 am, North Circle Drive Idyllwild, CA 92549 We are very happy to announce the Rotary Club of Idyllwild will be producing the 53rd Annual Independence Day Parade.

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tion for this important event. The Lemon Lily Committee is focused on restoring the lemon lily to the San Jacinto Mountains and is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization.

LEMON LILY FESTIVAL AND RESTORATION DAY

June 23 10 am–3 pm Idyllwild Nature Center 25225 Hwy 243 Idyllwild, CA 92549 (951) 659-3850 rivcoparks.org/event/lemon-lilyrestoration-day/ Come and find your place in the forest, among the beautiful lemon lilies. Join Idyllwild Nature Center as they celebrate with a community wide event filled with children’s arts and crafts, live music, native plant sales, food, and more.

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JAZZ IN THE PINES

August 10–12 Idyllwild Arts 52500 Temecula Road Idyllwild, CA 92549 (951) 468-7210 jazzinthepines.com/ This magical musical experience features 27 artists, 4 stages, and 50 vendors in 3 days. All proceeds from the festival benefit Idyllwild Arts, a 501©(3) nonprofit organization. The mission of Idyllwild Arts is changing lives through the transformative power of art. What a marvelous job they do! Jazz in the Pines is not pet-friendly.

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Enjoy the fun as we celebrate America’s Independence. Travel back in time to an old-fashioned 4th of July like you have never seen before. You will experience the best of small-town Americana. It is a very enjoyable and happy occasion that touches the heart.

For more information, contact parade co-chairs Cathy Lopez & Barbara Larsh: Parade Committee Idyllwild Rotary Club PO Box 580 Idyllwild, CA 92549 (714) 322-8541 idyrotaryparade@yahoo.com

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with us, simply call my Chief of Staff, Phyllis Mueller, at 949.525.0100, and we will arrange the meet-up date and time so we can visit with you when you are in Idyllwild.

We will meet you in downtown Idyllwild at the location of your choice. We bring the Mayors to you in our two Mayor Mobile transport vehicles.

To find out more information about the Mayors of Idyllwild, visit the Mayor’s website at mayormax.com or visit us on Facebook at Mayor Max Public Figure. The link to our Facebook page is also on the website.

MEET MAYOR MAX AND DEPUTY MAYORS MITZI AND MIKEY We look forward to meeting you. We Any Day in Idyllwild want you to know that we love you very The Office of Mayor Max much. We are Golden Retrievers, and our P.O. Box 1848 charter is to help make the world a better Idyllwild, CA 92549 place by conveying unconditional love Also located in the two Mayor mobiles and doing as many good deeds for others Contact Chief of Staff, Phyllis Mueller, as possible. So we promise to always love (949) 525-0100. you. We can’t wait to meet you!

951.659.0283 Office of Mayor Max Mayor Max is the cousin to Deputy Maywww.mayormax.com ors Mitzi and Mikey. Deputy Mayors Mitzi and Mikey are siblings. All three Mayors IDYLLWILD LODGING are the descendants of Mayor Max the When you come to visit, stay for the day First who passed away in office of old age or make it several days. Quick access to all in the middle of a two-year term as the first types of lodging venues can be found at Mayor of Idyllwild. Mayor Max the Second idylodging.com. stepped in at 11 weeks old and finished Idyllwild is proud to have three very the term of Mayor Max the First and was important 5-year old Golden Retrievers in then voted Mayor for Life in the third elecmayoral office. They are Mayor Max, the tion. Mayor Max the Second is now Mayor Second (that’s me), and my two Deputy for Life in Idyllwild.

Mayors, Mitzi and Mikey.

As “the Mayors of Idyllwild,” we have Love always, many special duties. First and foremost of Mayor Max and those duties is meeting with you whenDeputy Mayors Mitzi and Mikey ever you visit Idyllwild. To arrange a visit

Daily Visits On any day in Idyllwild, visit the many fabulous art galleries in town. There are so many to see, each with their own unique style to pull you in. You will find many of them walking through town and down North Circle Drive, but there are others as well. For a listing of many of these galleries, contact the Art Alliance of Idyllwild.

You’ll also find several galleries listed at artinidyllwild.wildapricot.org/galleries

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The Rescue House A San Diego Cat Rescue

by Anna West

decision to bring a new pet into TDoheyour home isn’t always an easy one. you have enough time? Do you have

enough space? Where are you going to get your new pet from? In San Diego, we’re lucky to have a variety of different organizations to choose from when it comes to getting a new furry friend. But how do you find one that’s right for you?

With so many shelters and rescues in San Diego, each one functioning slightly different than the next, I believe it’s important to work with people who view pet ownership as you do. I found just such an organization when I recently had the pleasure of adopting a cat. Let me tell you what notably sets The Rescue House apart.

The Rescue House has been serving San Diego cat lovers and rescuing San Diego’s stray or unwanted felines since 1999. Their mission is to ultimately eliminate the need for their organization, but in the meantime, they strive to find loving, permanent homes for the cats that come their way. Currently, The Rescue House operates through a mix of

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by The Rescue House: June 23–24: Two-day adoption event, Petsmart Encinitas July 21–22: Two-day adoption event, Petsmart Encinitas August 18–19: Two-day adoption event, Petsmart Encinitas

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adoption centers made up of businesses and local pet stores. The Cat Café in San Diego (see article on page 20) is just one of the businesses partnered with The Rescue House that routinely houses a clowder of adoptable cats.

What stood out to me with this organization was their adoption process.

Once you decide to adopt a cat from The Rescue House, you fill out an application and are interviewed over the phone by a volunteer adoption counselor. In my interview, the counselor went through a mix of questions about my lifestyle and living situation, and I could tell she was trying hard to pair me with the best possible cat for my home. I believe this is a critical step, because people often choose their animals based on the way they look, not necessarily on their personality traits. Also, a majority of potential cat owners want kittens, not grown cats. Because I have a busy house and a dog, the counselor I worked with made sure I got an outgoing cat that wouldn’t be scared by a lot of action. I spent a good bit of time talking to the adoption counselor. I could tell she truly cared about the cats and that it was important to her that the homes they went to were the right ones.

Another noteworthy trait of The Rescue House is that this true nonprofit organization is run by a mix of volunteers and foster homes. All the volunteers are there because they have a passion for helping animals. They’re typically people who have adopted a cat from The Rescue House or who can’t have cats of

their own but want to spend time with them. All the foster homes they work with are located in San Diego, roughly 30 to 40 homes helping to care for the cats and kittens moving through the organization. When I spoke to my adoption counselor, she pointed out, “Our fosters are vitally important, with the ongoing medical care required for some of the cats and helping them feel loved and comfortable, along with helping them socialize with people and other cats.” The Rescue House has fosters who help with cats of all ages, right down to tiny kittens, who need to be bottle-fed at all hours of the night. The behind-the-scenes heroes, fosters are responsible for buying all the food and supplies required to care for the cats and taking them in for check-ups and other medical care. They’re a unique

group of passionate, selfless people who can love these cats for a short period of time until they find their forever homes.

The Rescue House takes fostering cats just as seriously as adopting them, so all potential fosters are required to submit an adoption application and be interviewed by an adoption counselor.

After interacting with members of The Rescue House, I could see that it’s the passion that drives their success. Even though volunteers are fighting what seems to be an uphill battle, The Rescue House adopts out an average of 750 cats a year into good homes. There are always more cats in need, so they do rely on donations and help from volunteers to keep the organization alive, and every little bit helps! For more information, visit rescuehouse.org. petcompanionmag.com | Summer 2018 87

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Owner-Surrendered Pets

by Alicia Bailey

ur pets are family. In fact, many pet O“kids,” parents will say their pets are their or even their soul mates. They

are our sidekicks, therapists, snuggle buddies and so much more. Pet parent love is fierce, and if you are one, you have probably said this a million times: “I would never give up my pet, no matter what!” No one thinks they would ever willingly give their pet away or drop them off at the animal shelter, but the reality is, it happens.

If you participate in social media even a little bit, it’s not uncommon to see these types of posts come across your newsfeed:

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You may be thinking, how in the world could someone give up a cute little dog like this?

According to the national database Shelter Animals Count, more than three million pets entered U.S. shelters in 2017. Of those, 770,857 were surrendered by their owners. While that number may be difficult to comprehend, a look at the local data sheds a bit more light on statewide and local trends. The chart at right shows statistics, statewide and for the four county shelters that service Southern California.

Understanding why people give up their pets isn’t easy, but many times it’s not a reflection of the human’s character.

It’s the result of a lack of resources to pet owners.

The Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science published a white paper entitled, “Human and Animal Factors Related to the Relinquishment of Dogs and Cats in 12 Selected Animal Shelters in the United States.” A total of 3,772 owners were interviewed about their decision to relinquish their animals to the shelter.

Through this study, twelve broad reasons for surrender were defined: Animal behavior (biting, house soiling, running away, incompatibility with other pets) Allergies Pet illness No time for pet

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Understanding why people give up their pets isn’t easy, but many times it’s a lack of resources to pet owners.

retention programs unique to their communities’ needs. One example is Downtown Dog Rescue, which services the South Los Angeles area; another is OC Shelter Partners, serving Orange County. Both organizations have a physical presence inside the shelter and intercept owners coming in to surrender

their pets without judgment. The owner and pet retention counselor discuss and work toward a solution that will keep the pet in its home. This could be something as simple as speaking to a landlord about their pet policy, or finding a free spay and neuter clinic. Pet-retention programs range in size and scale, but they all have one goal: to keep pets out of the shelter and with their families.

As hard as it is to imagine giving up your pet, when faced with extraordinary circumstances, some owners feel they have no other choice. Sometimes circumstances can be easily overcome, but often, pet parents facing this agonizing decision have limited time to find a solution. And if there are no visible, easyto-find solutions within their communities, owners often surrender their pets, thinking it’s their only option.

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WHAT HAPPENS ONCE I SURRENDER A pet who is willingly given MY PET TO THE up by their guardian, turn- SHELTER? ing ownership over to the animal control agency.

WHAT IF MY PET DOESN’T GET ADOPTED, OR THE SHELTER DEEMS HIM If the pet you are relinquish- “UNADOPTABLE”?

ing is healthy, it could be available for adoption the same day.

IS THERE A FEE? If your pet is ill or has Many shelters require a fee or ask for a donation to other behavioral issues, relinquish your pet, ranging such as nipping or biting, he will be held away from from $10 and up. the public for assessment.

Once assessed, the shelter will determine if the dog is adoptable or unadoptable.

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What happens next depends on the shelter’s programming and protocols. Many hi-intake shelters euthanize pets deemed unadoptable if a rescue organization cannot be found. Shelters with a no-kill program will consider different criteria to make their decision, such as providing medical treatment, training and rehabilitation, or hospice care.

Stray at Large

Animals who are lost or have strayed from their owner. Also feral animals that have never been owned.

Relinquished by Owner

A pet who is willingly given up by their guardian, turning ownership over to the animal control agency.

Owner Intended Euthanasia

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Los Angeles County Gross Intakes: 134,424

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Riverside County Gross Intake 52,184

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Orange County Gross intake 22,482

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San Diego County Gross Intakes 46,632

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Summer Fosters Needed!

Summer is here and Coachella Valley temperatures are soaring. The suffering and heat stroke experienced by animals discarded outdoors means animal rescue organizations must work harder and faster to save them. The snowbirds who foster homeless dogs and cats for Loving All Animals have left for cooler climates.

However, the homeless animals keep coming, abandoned in the desert or relinquished at our county shelter.

Loving All Animals seeks to recruit additional foster homes to replace the annual snowbird exodus. A viable foster system that “expands the walls” of our shelters is an essential component to create a “No Kill” Coachella Valley.

Marie Marcinko is pictured here with Paloma, her 50th foster dog. A retired nurse, this animal lover is dedicated to saving homeless dogs by fostering for Loving All Animals.

Marie wishes more of her fellow retirees would consider fostering. She challenges the notion that “giving them up would make me too sad.” Marie explains, “I can’t put into words how much I love to foster, and how much each little pup adds to my life. I get so much inner joy knowing I am a stepping stone to getting them to a new life. The love and purpose these dogs bring to my life overcomes any temporary sadness when they leave.”

Cat and kitten fosters are needed as well. Because of our extreme heat, cats here can go through three breeding seasons a year, compared to only one breeding season in colder locations.

It’s almost always kitten season in the Coachella Valley.

To open your heart and home to foster a precious dog or cat, contact Loving All Animals at (760) 834-7000 or visit lovingallanimals.org.

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PSAS Needs Super Heroes

Friends of the Palm Springs Animal TareheShelter note that “Foster guardians special people ... compassionate souls who open their hearts and homes to cats and dogs in need, willing to provide love and care to animals on a temporary basis, sometimes just for a few days, sometimes a few months, depending on the needs of the animal.

Foster homes truly are an extension of our shelter.”

PSAS is an “open door” public shelter, and they rely on foster guardians to ensure every animal gets a successful start before getting adopted. Long term shelter residents need fosters too! They need practice being in home, playing in the back yard and snuggling on the

sofa. If you are interested in becoming a Foster Ambassador, please contact a member of their Placement Staff at placement@psanimalshelter.org or call the shelter at 760-416-5718.

Consider adopting or fostering a special needs pet like Evie who is blind and deaf but so loving and cute, you’ll love every minute with her!

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Open every day except Wednesday, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM LIVING FREE ANIMAL SANCTUARY 54250 Keen Camp Road • Mountain Center, CA 92561 WAR (951) 659-4687 • info@living-free.org HORSE www.living-free.org CREEK petcompanionmag.com | Summer 2018 95

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But when temperatures soar, our outside playtime can get cut short. Here are a few of my favorite products for keeping busy while lounging in the A/C and staying safe outdoors.

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OutWard Hound Nina Ottoson Dog Casino

Food puzzles are a great way to bond with your pup and keep them entertained when going outside isn’t an option. The Dog Casino by Nina Ottoson offers challenging play for all breeds and sizes. This puzzle has no removable pieces for Fido to hide, and is easily washable which means everyone hits the jackpot! nina-ottosson.outwardhound.com

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Wooly Snuffle Mat by PAWS

Dogs are natural foragers and the Wooly Snuffle Mat by PAWS is designed for the hunter, sniffer and snorter in your home. The Snuffle Mat comes in a neutral grey color to blend with most décor and is made of non-toxic materials. It’s pretty easy to use, just pour the dog food on top and Wooly does the rest. This is a great alternative for mealtime and is machine washable, so clean up is a breeze. www.paw5.us

Cooling Pad by The Green Pet Shop

Keeping cool in hot weather is serious business for pets, so this summer you might want to keep one of these cooling pads handy. The Cooling Pet Pad by The Green Pet Shop uses gel technology and pressure activation to cool and soothe. No water, refrigeration or electricity is needed, which makes it perfect for use at home or on the go. www.thegreenpetshop.com

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YoPup frozen yogurt by Yoghund

Real frozen yogurt for dogs means ice cream party for everyone! YoPup by Yoghund is full of special probiotics and easy on your dog’s digestive system.

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Silicone Treat Mold

If you love making special treats for your pets, these silicone treat molds

by Ticent are great for the DIY dog chef. Offering cute designs and durability, the molds can be used in the freezer or oven. amzn.to/2KKqXEy

My Dog Nose It Sunscreen

Sun-loving pups need protection from cancer-causing rays. If you have a pup that loves to lay belly up in the sun, has a light coat, or just prefers to be outside, consider using a sunscreen to protect its nose and skin. My Dog Nose It now has a body and coat spray that makes application easy. The product is non-aerosol and free of zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, which are toxic to pets. mydognoseit.com

Lucky Tree Twin Double Pet Stroller

Pet strollers are a great accessory to keep your pet cool during summer outings. They shade your pet from the sun, eliminate the need to put paws on hot pavements and are roomy enough to take a snooze. For those with ailing pets, multiple pets or pets with disabilities, it gives you an option to get them some fresh air when a walk isn’t possible. The Lucky Tree Twin Double Pet Stroller is specifically for multi-pet families and offers a double bed design and plenty of storage space underneath. Currently available on Amazon by Paws & Pals. amzn.to/2HVtmOU 98

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Protect Yourself and Your Dog Learn what you need to know to stay safe outdoors

by Anabel DFlux

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njoying the great outdoors with our furry friends is one of the best parts of loving our dogs. From a daily walk to a fun romp on the hiking trails, our canine companions love to be out with us.

VCA Hospitals’ Cheryl Yuill, DVM, MSc, and CVH, reports that approximately 10 percent of the tramatic injury that a veterinarian sees on a routine basis are dog bite wounds. It is an unfortunate fact that

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your dog can be attacked on a casual outing, such as walking, hiking, traveling, or even right outside your front door. But there is a solution, and I had the pleasure of checking it out first-hand.

Doggo Defense Strategies is a brand new workshop in Southern California, focused on changing these statistics. Created from a deep love for dogs, this specialized class aims to empower

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Feature participants with confidence and knowledge, so they can go on walks or outings with their dogs, carrying the self-assurance that they know what to do in the event of an attack.

The diverse group of dog lovers who created Doggo Defense Strategies were inspired by their own experiences with dogs in scary situations outside of the safety of their homes and wanted to prevent terrible things from happening to fellow dog owners all over. The workshop was founded by Julie Sandoval, a woman with an immense passion for dogs. Julie is also co-owner of Action

Dog Sports Training and Event Center in Moorpark, California; owns a boarding facility; and is co-founder of United States Canines Scent Sports, a new and fun Scent Work organization. Doggo Defense Strategies is presented by a law enforcement K9 Team officer and trainer Pete Stevens. Pete has be involved in law enforcement K9 teams for 21 years. Pete has handled three police service dogs, including single- and dual-purpose dogs.

He began training law enforcement and civilian dogs in 2008.

The very first workshop was held on May 5th in Simi Valley, and I admit, I didn’t

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You can protect yourself and your dog by being aware of your

surroundings, focusing on your dog, and leaving situations that make you feel uncomfortable.

Defense strategies should not immediately go toward a lethal approach—use of unsavory methods should be an absolute last resort.

know what to expect going in. However, I walked away feeling incredibly empowered by what I had learned. The seminar was set up in a room at a local community recreational center, with a large projector and a table scattered with various objects. These objects ranged from baseball bats and tennis rackets, to tasers and pepper spray. The class opened with Pete giving everyone a background on his experience, leading to a PowerPoint presentation that walked through a variety of ways to protect yourself and your dog.

Contrary to popular belief, defense

Decide what to do, and act upon your decision.

Be cognizant of your dog’s behavior and try to view the situation from your pup’s point of view. If your dog is focused on something, find out what the dog is focused on. It may be nothing, or it may be a coyote!

However, if the worst were to happen, Pete allowed everyone to have a handson experience with various devices, including tasers. It’s better to learn how to use such things in the safety of a classroom! With the help of his trusty stuffed dog, Pete provided valuable demonstra-

strategies don’t immediately go toward a lethal approach—a good chunk of the seminar was dedicated to avoiding such terrible events and to only use unsavory methods as an absolute last resort. Such concepts included being aware of your surroundings, focusing on your dog, and leaving situations that make you feel uncomfortable. Pete greatly emphasized having situation awareness, which is divided into two terms: observation and orientation.

Watch, see, perceive, and notice your surroundings.

Adjust to your circumstances.

tions on how to best defend yourself and your dog. Pete also touched on important questions owners should ask themselves and consider before being put in a terrible situation, such as what hand are you going to use to protect yourself and where will your dog’s leash be? Answers to these and other vital questions were provided in great detail. Pete suggested having multiple defense mechanisms on you, including some that are inexpensive or inconspicuous (such as a tennis racket).

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Events!

Additional events and event highlights are available on our website and at # PetCompanionMagazine

COACHELLA VALLEY

June 2 A Healthy Pet Day, Fashion Show and Book Signing with Celeste Yarnell 12–5 pm, Mystical Awakenings 73151 El Paseo Dr. Ste. D Palm Desert CA 92260 (760) 636-1136 June 18–22 & June 25–29: CV Horse Rescue Horse Camp Indio, CA (760) 808-6279 president@cvhorserescue.org

June 22–24: The Doris Day Project, starring Scott Dreier Coachella Valley Repertory Theatre 69930 Highway 111, Suite 116 Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (760) 296-2966 cvrep.org Proceeds benefit the Doris Day Animal Foundation July 8: Pets on Parade 20th Anniversary Luncheon The Miramonte Resort and Spa 45-000 Indian Wells Lane Indian Wells, CA 92210 (760) 341-2200 Proceeds benefit Coachella Valley Animal Network and Pegasus Therapeutic Riding

Every Sunday through September 30: Dog Day Afternoons at Coachella Valley Brewing Co. 30-640 Gunther St. Thousand Palms, CA 92276 (760) 343-5973 Every 3rd Thursday of the month: Yappy Hour at Venus de Fido 73600 Alessandro Dr. Palm Desert, CA 92260 (760) 834-7070

IDYLLWILD

June 2: Paws for Rhythm and Brews Idyllwild Nature Center 26890 CA-243 Idyllwild, CA 92549 (951) 659-6385 Proceeds benefit Animal Rescue Friends of Idyllwild

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August 4: Butterfly Daze 10 am–2 pm, Idyllwild Nature Center 54000 Riv. Co. Playground Rd. Idyllwild, CA 92549 (951) 659-3850

LOS ANGELES

May 26: Harbour View Happy Hour & Late Lunch at Chart House, 2–4 pm 13950 Panay Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292 (310) 822-4144 June 3: Meet & Greet with Suki Su of Animal Hope and Wellness Foundation 2–5 pm, Private Residence Tickets $40 | Purchase online: https://bit. ly/2IFVAgV

June 9: Cat Mastery: Understanding Our Feline Friends with Dr. Tony Buffington, UC Davis 3 pm, Wallis Annenberg PetSpace 12005 Bluff Creek Dr. Playa Vista, CA 90094 (424) 384-1801 Free admission | Register: https://bit. ly/2IL1R6W June 24: K9 Connection 12th Annual Summer Fest 12–4 pm, Pan Pacific Park Field #2, Los Angeles, CA

July 11: 12th Annual Dog Day at the Cathedral 6–9 pm, Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels Plaza 555 W. Temple St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 680-5200 Free admission | Registration required Parking: $9 flat rate

MALIBU

June 3: Goat Yoga and Saddlerock Wine Tasting 11 am–1 pm, Saddlerock Gardens 31727 Mullholland Highway Malibu, CA 90265

By Wild Women Project wildwomenproject.org

June 24: Summer Fest 2018 12–4 pm 24250 Pacific Coast Hwy Malibu, CA 90265

PASADENA

June 24: Pet CPR & First Aid Training Certificate 10 am–3 pm, Pet Food Express 20 S Lake Ave. Pasadena, CA 91101 (626) 578-1111 $75/person Aug 4–5: Cat Con Worldwide The Pasadena Convention Center 300 E. Green Street, Pasadena, CA catconworldwide.com

August 5: Pet CPR & First Aid Training Certificate 10 am–3 pm, Pet Food Express 20 S Lake Ave. Pasadena, CA 91101 (626) 578-1111 $75/person

SAN DIEGO

June 9: Fido Fest - FUR Fun, Shop & Adopt!

9 am–1 pm, Town Center Community Park East 550 Park Center Dr. Santee, CA (619) 258-4100 Free admission July 29: Imperial Beach Surf Dog Competition 8 am–2:30 pm, Imperial Beach Pier 10 Evergreen Ave Imperial Beach, CA 91932 (619) 423-8328 Free admission; Dog surfing registration, $65–$75

August 4: 3rd Annual World Dog Surfing Championships 9 am–2 pm, Linda Mar State Beach Highway and Linda Mar Blvd Pacifica, CA 94044 Free admission; Dog surfing registration, $25/dog/heat surfdogchampionships.com

DogFest San Diego NTC Park at Liberty Station San Diego, CA September 9, 2018 8 - 11:30am cci.org/DogFestSanDiego DogFestSanDiego@cci.org Join the fun at this accessible, family- and dog-friendly walk and festival, benefiting Canine Companions for Independence®.

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August 12: Cardiff Dog Days of Summer 11 am–6 pm, Encinitas Community Park Encinitas, CA Free admission August 19: Paws FUR Pink Walk/Run 7 am–12:30 pm, NTC Park, Liberty Station 2455 Cushing Rd San Diego, CA 92106 pawsfurpink.com $15–$100 registration fee August 25: National Dog Day at Fiesta Island 9:30–11 am, Fiesta Island San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 235-1169 Free admission

TEMECULA

June 9: Gulp with Goats 6–8 pm, Lemon Ranch Animal Sanctuary 39775 Intrepid Rd Temecula, CA 92592 lemonranch.org Tickets $25

BIG BEAR

June 2–Aug. 25 (Saturdays only): Bear Valley Farms 1601 East Big Bear Boulevard Big Bear, CA 92314 (909) 547-5424 bearvalleyfarms.com Tickets $15 Enjoy farm life, petting zoo, pony and hay rides, bounce house and kids play area

ORANGE COUNTY

May 10: Hounds for Yappy Hour 2018 The Ritz-Carlton 1 Ritz-Carlton Drive Dana Point, CA 92629 (949) 240-2000 ritzcarlton.com Proceeds from Yappy Hour benefit The Veterans Initiative™ of Canine Companions for Independence

July 14: Loveland Farm Sanctuary Party in the Park 12:00–6:00 pm, Silverado Park 27641 Silverado Canyon Road Silverado, CA 92676 lovelandfarmsantuary.org

Sat, August 4: Art for Dogs 5:00–9:00 pm, Forest and Ocean Gallery 480 Ocean Ave Laguna Beach, CA 92651 Street art auction benefiting The Little Red Dog Rescue of Orange County. Original pieces, limited edition prints, and giclées from some of the finest alternative modern artists alive.

LONG BEACH

June 2: SPCALA Pet Adoption Day 10 am–4 pm, PD Pitchford Companion Animal Village and Education Center 7700 E. Spring Street Long Beach, CA 900815 spcala.com

LAKE ELSINORE

July 8: Let Freedom Ring Celebration and Fundraiser Life After Labs (Address will be sent to ticket holders 72 hours before event) lifeafterlabs.org Sanctuary tours, egan grub, kids activities, raffle and more. The highlight of this event is the “Watermelon Smash Party”!

Tickets $15 kids/ $40 adult

REDONDO BEACH

June 2: DogFest Walk ‘n Roll 8:30 am–12:00 pm, Dominguez Park 200 Flagler Ln Redondo Beach, CA 90277 support.cci.org DogFest Walk ‘n Roll is a family-friendly, dogfriendly walk and festival benefiting Canine Companions for Independence Free registration

LAGUNA NIGEL

June 28: Laguna Niguel Snake Lecture 7–8 pm, Crown Valley Park, View Room 29751 Crown Valley Pkwy Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 106

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11:30 AM - 2:00 PM at the Miramonte Resort and Spa 45-000 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells Tickets: $65 Adult, $30 Child (includes valet parking) Benefiting Two Great Causes Your generosity will fund Low Cost Spay & Neuter Vet, Food & Farrier

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Opposites Attract Cat Club A

ttend the Royal Jewels cat show, a Cat Fanciers Association all breed cat show hosted by the Opposites Attract Cat Club at the Glendale Civic Auditorium on August 25, 2018.

The show hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This show will have up to 225 pedigreed cats and kittens to see, as well as mixed breed household pet cats in competition. You can sit and watch cats on the judging table, or walk around and visit with the cats between judgings.

There will be six judging rings going on concurrently throughout the day. No matter what time you arrive you’re bound to see your favorite breed being judged. Breeds include: Abyssinian, Burmese, Siamese, Cornish Rex, Persian, Sphynx, Maine Coon, Siberian, Himalayan and up to 20+ more.

Learn about adopting a cat from several different rescues and talk to breeders about pedigreed cats. There will be booths with cat toys, discount cat supplies and unique cat-related apparel and gift items for sale.

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August 25, 2018 Glendale Civic Auditorium 1401 N. Verdugo Rd Glendale CA. 91208

225 Count 5 All Breed & 1 Speciality Ring

Tickets will be available at the door. For more information, call Harene at 951-208-0742 or e-mail at oacc22@yahoo.com. We look forward to seeing you there!

Admission: Adults $8. Seniors, Military and Children $5 (children under 3 are free). Families 4 or more $20.

Interested in showing your cat? Learn more about showing at www.cfaswhhp.org/

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What You Need to Know if You’re Pet Sitting a Cat

by Sari Reis, Mission Valley Pet Sitting Services

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n the 10 years I have been a professional pet sitter, I have looked after hundreds of cats, from Bengals to Sphinx, Persians to Himalayans and many domestic breeds. I have also had feline pets for over 40 years. It has been an absolute joy and pleasure to love and care for them. After all, about 99 percent of the time, cats are easy, but this article addresses that other 1 percent of the time. I have observed that kitty care is more complicated than just filling the food bowl, providing fresh water and scooping the litter box. In fact, some of the things I have discovered are a matter of life and death.

Felines are fascinating creatures

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that can be completely unpredictable: friendly and loving one minute, hissing and spitting the next. For that reason, one needs to give them the respect they deserve and often demand.

As “wild animals” with ancestral instincts, they can easily become overstimulated and this can lead to aggressive behavior and potential injury. A scratch from a cat can become infected and a cat’s bite can be more lethal than a dog’s. It is therefore imperative to learn their body language to avoid injury. Dilated pupils, ears flat back against their head, a slowly swishing tail, a body kept close to the ground, and hissing are all signs to back off. Cats are generally very

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services [grooming, boarding, sitting & more] good at giving warning signs, so take heed.

Monitoring intake and output of food and water are also important and require close observation. Unlike a dog, a

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cat will not necessarily eat anything put in front of him if he gets hungry enough.

In fact, a sick cat might actually starve himself. It is crucial to make sure he is eating regularly. In just 48 hours without food, a cat can develop fatty liver syndrome, which can be fatal. Cats are also notoriously poor water drinkers and can easily become dehydrated if they are not drinking enough. Ensuring there is fresh water available at all times is critical. Eliminating fluids is just as important as the intake. If a cat is straining to urinate, has blood in his urine, makes frequent visits to the litter box but produces little or nothing, or eliminates outside of the litter box, he may have a urinary tract infection. Or, even worse, he may have a blockage of the urethra, another condition that can be fatal if not treated immediately. A trip

to the veterinarian or emergency hospital is definitely warranted if you observe any of these behaviors.

Known for being stoic, cats hide their pain and illness. Often by the time signs of distress are displayed, the cat may be very sick. When a cat that is normally friendly and social starts to hide, it could be an indication that something is wrong. This is cause to search him out.

If a cat you are caring for is currently health-compromised, it is important to know the nature of the illness, the symptoms, and how it is being treated. A cat requiring oral medication presents a whole new set of challenges. Cats will not willingly take a pill. Putting medication in the food may undermine the efficacy and/or could put the cat off eating.

It then becomes necessary to put the pill in the kitty’s throat and make sure he swallows it. Most cats hate this and react accordingly. Learning the safe and proper technique to keep from getting hurt while administering a pill to a cat is vital. If the owner has not shown you the proper method, YouTube offers some good video tutorials how to do this.

Although cats sleep 16 to 18 hours a day, when they are awake, they need enrichment. Playing an interactive game with a cat in your care is always a good idea. It helps relieve their stress and

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services eliminate boredom. But, of course, sometimes you will be sitting a “scaredy cat,” a kitty who is so skittish he won’t come out to say hello. Learning his favorite hiding places is important. If there are any signs the cat may not be doing well, i.e., blood in litter box, vomit, diarrhea etc., you will definitely need to visually examine the cat. If there are no signs of a problem, let hiding kitties stay hidden—trying to extricate them will only cause unnecessary stress.

Some kitties are permitted outdoor access, making it difficult to monitor their well-being. There is no way of knowing if they are okay when they are wandering around the neighborhood. Most of the time, “all is well,” but they are at risk until you see them safely at home again.

If cats are to be kept inside while you are pet sitting them, you need to be cautious with known escape artists. They will try to get out every time you open the door when entering or leaving. It is critical that you remain vigilant to prevent this from happening.

Many households have multiple cats, and this can also present a challenge. If there is blood in the litter box, vomit on the rug or some other indication of illness, it can be very difficult to ascertain which cat has the problem and take appropriate action. Again, visual observation of behavior whenever possible is important.

Last but not least, it is important to remember that felines are independent, territorial creatures. They can be very affectionate and loving, but they demand autonomy, and a relationship with a cat is always on their terms.

Sari Reis is a Certified Humane Education Specialist and the owner of Mission Valley Pet Sitting Services. For more information, contact her at 760-644-0289 or www.missionvalleypetsitting.com.

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Humane Society of the Desert 17825 N. Indian Canyon Ave., N. Palm Springs, CA 92258 orphanpet.com (760) 329-0203

GROOMING The Canine Spa Pet Hotel & Grooming 760-328-0876 68766 Perez Rd Cathedral City, CA 92234 www.TheCanineSpa.com RETAIL & PET STORES EarthWise Bones-n-Scones (760) 340-4542 577 E. Sunny Dunes Rd., 40101 Monterey Ave. Palm Springs, CA Ste. G7, (760) 864-1133 Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 www.bonesnscones.com BOARDING/DAYCARE/ earthwisepet.com PETSITTING Cold Nose Warm Heart K9 Clipper & Catamaran Doggie’s Day Out of Palm 187 S. Palm Canyon, Palm 67-555 E. Palm Canyon Springs Springs, (760) 327-7747 Dr. (Hwy 111), Ste. F110, 752 Vella Rd. S., Palm coldnosewarmheart.com Cathedral City, Springs, (760) 422-6259 PoshPetCare (760) 770-7676 doggiesdayoutofps.com 844 N. Palm Canyon Dr. k9clipperandcatamaran.com.

Elite Pet Care Palm Springs Palm Springs, (760) (760) 320-4710 elitepetcare- 318-7674poshpetcare.com VCA - Rancho Mirage Animal Hospital palmsprings.com/ Treat Buddy 71-075 Highway 111 The Grand Paw 4751 E. Palm Canyon, South Rancho Mirage, 368 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, (760) 202(760) 346-6103 Palm Springs, (760) 3273600, TreatBuddy.com www.vcaranchomirage.com 8200 The Barking Lot PET-FRIENDLY HOTELS GROOMING The Rowan Palm Springs (760) 647-2275 Bath & Brush 100 W. Tahquitz Canyon Shear Art Pet Salon 4771 E. Palm Canyon Dr. Way, Palm Springs, (760) 285-6263 Ste. A, Palm Springs (760) 904-5015 (760) 202-4494 PET BOARDING & RowanPalmSprings.com Please see ad on p 100.

DAYCARE SERVICES The Canine Spa Pet Hotel & PoshPetCare Pet Cremation Center Grooming 844 N. Palm Canyon Dr. (760) 401-6700, (760) 328-0876 Palm Springs, (760) 449-7291 68766 Perez Rd, Cathedral (760) 318-7674 petcremationcenter.com City, TheCanineSpa.com poshpetcare.com VCA - Rancho Mirage VCA - Desert Animal CATHEDRAL CITY Animal Hospital Hospital RANCHO MIRAGE 71-075 Highway 111 4299 E. Ramon Road, Palm ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ Rancho Mirage, CA Springs, (760) 656-6222 VETERINARIANS (760) 346-6103 www.vcadesert.com The Cat Clinic 67870 Vista Chino, Cathedral www.vcaranchomirage.com Dogs World City, (760) 325-3400 (760) 832-7736 RETAIL & PET STORES www.catcitycat.com EarthWise Petco Pet Store VCA - Rancho Mirage (760) 340-4542 (760) 864-1393 Animal Hospital 40101 Monterey Ave. Ste. PetSmart Palm Springs 71-075 Highway 111 G7 (760) 325-9711 Rancho Mirage, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 Puppy Luv Pet Salon (760) 346-6103 earthwisepet.com (760) 322-7336 www.vcaranchomirage.com.

Carter Animal Hospital RESCUE/SHELTER/ (760) 324-8811 ADOPTION Palm Springs Animal Southwest Veterinary Shelter Clinic 4575 E. Mesquite Ave. (760) 770-3380 Palm Springs, CA 92264 (760) 416-5718 ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIANS VCA - Desert Animal Hospital 4299 E. Ramon Road, Palm Springs, (760) 656-6222 www.vcadesert.com Palm Springs Animal Hospital (760) 324-0450

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DESERT HOT SPRINGS

PET BOARDING & DAYCARE Furrst and Furrmost 68100 Louisan Rd. Desert Hot Springs,(760) 409-9226, www.furrstandfurrmost.com, VETERINARIAN Animal Hospital of Desert Hot Springs 13700 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs (760) 251-1400, www.animalhospitaldhs.com

THOUSAND PALMS

RESCUE/SHELTER/ ADOPTION Animal Samaritans (760) 343-3477 No-Kill Shelter & Adoption Center 72-307 Ramon Rd., Thousand Palms Veterinary Clinic: 72-120 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms Coachella Valley City/ County Animal Shelter www.rcdas.org Emergency Services: (760) 343-3644

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ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIANS Country Club Animal Clinic 36869 Cook St., Palm Desert (760) 776-7555 www.countryclubdvm.com Paws and Claws Urgent Care 73345 Hwy. 111, Ste. 101, Palm Desert, (760) 610-2454 Animal Hospital Of Desert (760) 568-5151 Palm Desert Pet Hospital (760) 568-9377

Spoiled Dog Designs (760) 482-1877 www.spoileddogdesigns. com, customerservice@ spoileddogdesigns.com Venus De Fido 73600 Alessandro Drive Palm Desert, California 92260 (760) 834-7070, venusdefido.com

INDIAN WELLS TO GROOMING The Grand Paw INDIO

51750 Jackson St., Indio, ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIANS (760) 398-9900.

Animal Samaritans www.thegrandpaw.com.

42-150B Jackson St. Suite Village Park Animal 106, Indio, CA 92203 Hospital animalsamaritans.org 51-230 Eisenhower Dr., La (760) 343-3477 Quinta, (760) 564-3833 VCA – All Creatures Animal www.VillageParkAnimal Hospital Hospital.com GROOMING 78-267 Highway 111 VCA – All Creatures Animal Barkingham Pet Hotel La Quinta, (760) 564-1154, Hospital California www.vcahospitals.com/ 78-267 Highway 111 73650 Dinah Shore Drive, all-creatures-ca La Quinta, (760) 564-1154, Palm Desert, CA 92211 Village Park Animal www.vcahospitals.com/ (760) 699-8328 Hospital all-creatures-ca www.pethotelcalifornia.com 51-230 Eisenhower Dr., BOARDING/DAYCARE/ PET SITTING The Pet Spaw La Quinta, (760) 564-3833 RETAIL & PET STORES/ Barkingham Pet Hotel 73-911 Hwy 111, Palm VillageParkAnimalHospital. BOUTIQUE Pet Oasis California Desert, (760) 346-3461, com 42-220 Washington St., 73650 Dinah Shore Drive, thepetspawpalmdesert.com Desert Dunes Animal Bermuda Dunes (next to Palm Desert, CA 92211 Venus De Fido Hospital Home Goods) (760) 699-8328 73600 Alessandro Drive (760) 345-8227 (760) 345-3199 www.pethotelcalifornia.com Palm Desert, VCA – Valley Animal Village Park Animal Venus De Fido (760) 834-7070 Medical Center Hospital 73600 Alessandro Drive venusdefido.com (760) 342-4711 51-230 Eisenhower Dr. Palm Desert, California Barking Beauties La Quinta, (760) 564-3833 92260 (760) 834-7070, (760) 851-4679 DOG TRAINING FACILITY www.VillageParkAnimal venusdefido.com Uptown Dog Grooming Dream Dogs Hospital.com (760) 779-9900 (760) 899-7272 RESCUE/SHELTER/ The Grand Paw ADOPTION Ritzi Rover Pet Grooming dreamdogs.com 51750 Jackson St., Indio, California Paws Rescue (760) 341-4133 (760) 398-9900.

BOARDING & DAYCARE/ 73650 Dinah Shore Drive, www.thegrandpaw.com Super Mutts PET SITTING Palm Desert, CA 92211 (760) 776-9201 The Grand Paw Desert Feed Bag (760) 699-8328 51750 Jackson St., Indio, (760) 342-6602 CaliforniaPawsRescue.org COMPOUNDING (760) 398-9900.

PHARMACY Loving All Animals PET RESCUE www.thegrandpaw.com Town Center 44635 San Rafael, Palm The Pet Rescue Center VCA – All Creatures Animal Compounding Pharmacy Desert, (760) 834-7000 83-496 Avenue 51, Hospital (760) 341-3984 lovingallanimals.org Coachella, (760) 398-7722, 78-267 Highway 111 RETAIL & PET STORES/ La Quinta, (760) 564-1154, coachellapetrescuecenter. org.

BOUTIQUE www.vcahospitals.com/ Barkingham Pet Hotel all-creatures-ca California 73650 Dinah Shore Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92211 (760) 699-8328 www.pethotelcalifornia.com Bones-n-Scones 73-910 Hwy 111, Ste. C Palm Desert, CA (760) 340-2663 www.bonesnscones.com Desert Pampered Pets Did we miss your business or did you spot an error? desertpamperedpets.com shari@dgpamperedpets.com Contact us at (760) 341-1918

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coachella valley VALLEYWIDE SERVICES

MOBILE VETERINARIAN Veterinarian on the Run (760) 898-2627 The list below includes businesses that do not neces- vetontherun.com sarily have a brick & mortar location but provide services SERVICES Pet Cremation Center for the Coachella Valley.

(760) 401-6700, (760) 449-7291 CLUBS petcremationcenter.com Kennel Club of Palm Springs kennelclubpalmsprings.org TRAINERS Best Paw Forward Palm Springs Dog Club Valerie Masi (760) 365-2628 (760) 885-9450 Standard Poodle Club BestPawForwardDog www.spoodles.org Training.com 4 Better Paws PET SITTERS Jim Turcott & PET WASTE REMOVAL (760) 380-7776 SERVICE Animal Attraction Coachella Valley Dog Club In-home cat care services.

Tabitha Davies Tim Sally, (760) 673-7370 (760) 987-4882 www.animal-attraction.info www.cvdogclub.com Elite Pet Care Palm Springs Dream Dogs ElitePetCarePalmSprings.com Lori Wainio-Carman (760) 320-4710 (760) 899-7272 www.dreamdogs.com Scoopy Doo Pet Poo Removal PS Dog Training (760) 565-2249, Ellen Wade scoopydoopetpoo.com (760) 365-2628. www.psdogtraining.com

RESOURCES Animal Samaritans Shelter and Adoption Center 72-307 Ramon Road, Thousand Palms, CA 92276 (760) 343-3477 animalsamaritans.org California Paws Rescue Center (760) 699-8328 californiapawsrescue.org Coachella Animal Network (760) 848-4284 coachellaanimalnetwork.org Humane Society of the Desert 17825 N. Indian Canyon Ave., N Palm Springs, CA orphanpet.com (760) 329-0203.

Loving All Animals 44635 San Rafael, Palm Desert, (760) 834-7000 lovingallanimals.org

Products

Idyllwild Area Resources

Cats & Carpet www.catsandcarpet.com (760) 323-3858 Catio King www.catioking.com (760) 424-9789 FirstMate www.firstmate.com Jiminy’s www.jiminys.com Little River Inn River Dog Package www.littleriverinn.com 7751 CA-1 Little River, CA 95456 (707) 937-5942 (888) INN-LOVE (Toll Free) Schnauzer Shorts Magazine www.schnauzer-shorts.com

RETAIL & PET STORES Mountain Paws Pet Boutique 54380 N Cir Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549 (951) 468-4086

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GROOMING/BOARDING Canine Klips 54385 North Circle Dr. Ste. # 153 Idyllwild, CA 92549 (951) 527-0011 Love On A Leash 54585 N Circle Dr. Idyllwild, CA 92549 (951) 659-9020 Randi’s Rascals (951) 659-0439

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ART/PET PORTRAITS Let It Shine Terri French (619) 933-2306 ADOPTION/RESCUE Living Free Animal Sanctuary 54250 Keen Camp Rd Mountain Center, CA 92561 (951) 659-4687 www.living-free.org Animal Rescue Friends of Idyllwild (951) 659-1122 http://arfidyllwild.weebly. com

Palm Springs Animal Shelter 4575 E. Mesquite Ave. Palm Springs, (760) 416-5718 Pegasus Therapeutic Riding 35-450B Pegasus Court, Palm Desert, CA pegasusridingacademy.org The Pet Rescue Center (760) 398-7722, coachellapetrescuecenter. org.

Paws & Hearts (760) 836-1406 www.pawsandhearts.org

PRODUCTS Natural Monarch Pet Food Store 25880 CA-243 Idyllwild, CA 92549 (760) 666-2724 SERVICES War Horse Creek 54250 Keen Camp Rd. Mountain Center, CA 92561 (951) 659-4687 warhorsecreek@living-free. org Mayor Max Idyllwild’s Canine Ambassador and official Mayor mayormax.com

Los Angeles County Area Resources BELLFLOWER

ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN Animal Bellflower Pet Hospital & Hotel 10326 Artesia Blvd Bellflower, CA 90706 (562) 925-5300 bellflowerpethospital.com GROOMING/SPA Animal Puppy LUV Pet Grooming 17405 Woodruff Ave Bellflower, CA 90706 (562) 920-0100

Beach Veterinary Hospital 2741 E 4th St Long Beach, CA 90814 (562) 433-3400 www.beachvethospital.com/ Belmont Shore Veterinary Hospital 6222 E Pacific Coast Hwy Long Beach, CA 90803 (562) 961-0028 www.belmontshorevet.com/

GROOMING/SPA Soggy Dog Grooming & Pet Supplies 344 E 4th St Long Beach, CA 90802 BEVERLY HILLS (562) 432-6934 ANIMALS SUPPLIES soggydoglongbeach.com Animal Pussy & Pooch Pet Dirty Paws Lifestyle Center 4501 E Carson St #102 9388 S Santa Monica Blvd Long Beach, CA 90808 Beverly hills, CA 90210 (562) 420-2277 (310) 221-8644 dirtypawlb.com/ www.pussyandpooch.com/ Paws & Claws Pet beverly-hills Grooming 3726 E 7th St CERRITOS Long Beach, CA 90804 ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN (562) 439-0400 VCA Lakewood Animal You Dirty Dog Hospital 3040 Woodruff Ave 10701 South St Long Beach, CA 90808 Cerritos , CA 90703 (562) 429-1980 (562) 926-3600 vcahospitals.com RETAIL/PET STORE Pussy and Pooch LAKEWOOD 4818 E 2nd Street, GROOMING/SPA Long Beach, CA 90803 Animal Sudsy Dog (562) 434-7700 6410 Del Amo Blvd www.pussyandpooch.com/ Lakewood, CA 90713 Healthy Spot (562) 377-1360 6433 E. Pacific Coast www.sudsydog.net/home Highway Unit A-5 Long Beach, CA 90803 LONG BEACH (562) 596-6800 ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ healthyspot.com/ VETERINARIAN Long Beach Animal Hospital 3816 E Anaheim St Long Beach, CA 90804 (562) 434-9966 www.lbah.com Belmont Heights Animal Hospital 255 Redondo Ave Long Beach, CA 90803 (562) 439-6871 belmontheightsvet.com/

Animal Crackers 8023 Beverly Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90048 (323) 658-1919 www.animalcrackersla.com/ Animal Westside Pet Shop 10588 W Pico Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90064 (310) 202-1076 westsidepetstop.com/ Healthy Spot 8126 Beverly Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90048 (323) 486-5500 healthyspot.com/ Katie’s Pet Depot 12423 Wilshire Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025 (310) 828-4545 GROOMING/SPA Tailwaggers & Tailwashers katiespetdepotwestla.com/ 1929 N Bronson Ave My Pet Naturally Los Angeles, CA 90068 12001 W Pico Blvd (323) 464-9600 Los Angeles, CA 90064 www.tailwaggerspets.com (310) 477-3030 Animal Tender Loving Care mypetnaturally.com/ Pet Spa The Loved Dog 10948 Santa Monica Blvd 2100 Pontius Ave Los Angeles, CA 90025 Los Angeles, CA 90025 (310) 479-4319 (310) 914-3033 www.tenderloving theloveddog.com/ carepetspa.com/ The Urban Pet Animal Pampered Tails 7515 Beverly Blvd 3101 Overland Ave D Los Angeles, CA 90036 Los Angeles, CA 90034 (323) 933-2100 (310) 990-8025 www.theurbanpet.net/ www.pamperedtails.com/ Pussy & Pooch Pethouse and Pawbar 564 S Main St Los Angeles,CA 90013 (213) 438-0900 www.pussyandpooch.com/ downtown-la

LOS ANGELES

ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN Banfield Pet Hospital 330 S La Cienega Blvd Los Angeles CA 90048 (310) 289-7952 www.banfield.com/ Carlsen Animal Hospital 11163 La Grange Ave Los Angeles, CA 90025 (310) 445-4692 www.carlsenvet.com/ Overland Veterinary Clinic 3465 Overland Ave Los Angeles, CA 90034 (310) 559-2424 overlandvetclinic.com/

RETAIL/PET STORE Allan’s Aquarium & Pet 12003 W Pico Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90064 (424) 832-3009 Animal Bark n’ Bitches Dog Boutique 505 N Fairfax Ave Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 655-0155 www.barknbitches.com/

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Los Angeles County Area Resources continued RESCUE/SHELTER Fur Baby Rescue 3030 Hill St Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 840-0153 www.furbabyrescue.org/ NKLA Pet Adoption 1845 Pontius Ave Los Angeles, CA 90025 (424) 208-8840 www.nkla.org North Central Animal Shelter 3201 Lacy St Los Angeles, CA 90031 (213) 485-5767 www.laanimalservices.com/ shelters/ The Vanderpump Dog Foundation 8134 W 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90048 (323) 852-3647 www.vanderpumpdogs.org/

SANTA MONICA

GROOMING/SPA Paws and Effect Pet Spa 3030 Pico Blvd Santa Monica, CA 90405 (310) 450-9017 www.paws-effect.com/

RETAIL/PET STORE Animal Kingdom 302 Pico Blvd.

Santa Monica, CA 90405 (310) 392-4074 animalkingdomsm.com/ Bark Williams 2901 Ocean Park Blvd #118 Santa Monica, Ca 90405 (310) 664-7009 www.barkwilliams.com/ Natural Aquarium 2836 Santa Monica Blvd Santa Monica, CA 90404 (310) 829-6180 The Naked Dog 2621 Lincoln Blvd PASADENA Santa Monica, CA 90405 RESCUE/SHELTER (310) 450-6759 Pasadena Humane Society thenakeddogshop.com and SPCA 361 S Raymond Ave MARINA DEL REY Pasadena, CA 91105 ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN (626) 792-7151 Animal Wellness Center pasadenahumane.org/ 4053 Lincoln Blvd Marina del Rey, CA 90292 WEST (310) 450– 7387 HOLLYWOOD animalwellnesscenters.com/ ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN VCA Bay Cities Animal VCA Miller-Robertson Hospital Animal Hopital 13476 W Washington Blvd 8807 Melrose Ave Marina del Rey , CA 90292 West Hollywood, CA 90069 (310) 821-4967 (310) 657-7050 vcahospitals.com/bay-cities vcahospitals.com/ Cat Practice West Hollywood Animal 4716 Lincoln Blvd # B Hospital Marina del Rey, CA 90292 9000 Santa Monica Blvd (310) 773-9286 West Hollywood, CA 90069 www.thecatpracticela.com/ (310) 275-0055 www.wh-ah.com EL SEGUNDO ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN RETAIL/PET STORE D.O.G Pet Boutique El Segundo Animal 346 N La Cienega Blvd Hospital West Hollywood, CA 90048 240 Center St (310) 652-6321 El Segundo, CA 90245 dogpetboutique.com/ (310) 606-8811 Banfield Pet Hospital 730 S Sepulveda Blvd El Segundo, CA 90245 120

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The Loving Groomer 233 10th St Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 GROOMER/SPA (310) 944-0097 The Pet Wash Fuji Pet Salon 100 W Imperial Ave, Suite G 1215 N Sepulveda Blvd El Segundo, CA 90245 Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (310) 648-7599 (310) 545-8209 thepetwash.com/ (310) 333-0620 www.banfield.com/

DAYCARE/BOARDING The Grateful Dogs Clubhouse 202 Illinois St El Segundo, CA 90245 (310) 364-0011 gratefuldogs.net/ El Segundo Pet Resort 231 E Franklin Ave El Segundo, CA 90245 (310) 322-6506 elsegundopetresort.com/ Yellow Brick Road Doggie 1501 E El Segundo Blvd El Segundo, CA 90245 (310) 606-5507 yellowbrickroaddoggie.com/

VENICE

ANIMAL STORE The Modern Dog 1611 Abbot Kinney Blvd Venice, CA 90291 (310) 450-2275 www.come-sit-stay.com/

HERMOSA BEACH GROOMER Kriser’s Natural Pet 1559 Pacific Coast Hwy Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 310 379 9262 krisers.com/

ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN VCA Coast Animal Hospital 1560 Pacific Coast Hwy Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 (310) 372-8881 vcahospitals.com/coast

RETAIL/PET STORE Healthy Spot 204 S Sepulveda Blvd Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (424) 352-1300 ANIMAL SUPPLIES/ BOUTIQUE healthyspot.com/ Bow Wow Botique 433 Pier Ave MANHATTAN Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 BEACH ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ (310) 372-7722 VETERINARIAN bowwowboutiquecare.com/ Manhattan Beach Animal Hospital GROOMING 1590 Rosecrans Ave, Suite A Shear Heaven For Pets Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 1012 Aviation Blvd (310) 536-9654 Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 www.manhattanbeach (310) 379-1700 animalhospital.com/ REDONDO BEACH Animal Medical Group ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ 1401 N Sepulveda Blvd VETERINARIAN Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 Family Pet Clinic Of (310) 546-5731 Redondo Beach www.amgvets.com/ 2006 Artesia Blvd Redondo Beach , CA 90278 GROOMER/SPA (310) 376-0072 Bubbles Pet Spa familypetclinicrb.com/ 2110 Highland Ave Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 ANIMAL SUPPLIES (310) 545-5294 Canine Castle www.bubblespetspa.com/ 2008 Artesia Blvd Redondo Beach , CA 90278 (310) 379-9812

Orange County & Inland Empire Area Resources ANAHEIM

ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN Anaheim Animal Care & Pet Hospital 1177 N. Magnolia Ave. Anaheim, CA 92801 (714) 527-9292 anaheimanimalcare.com Anaheim Hills Pet Clinic 5799 E. La Palma Anaheim, CA 92807 (714) 779-2101 www.anaheimhillsvet.com Cottage Pet Hospital 900 E. Broadway Anaheim, CA 92805 (714) 535-6714 cottagepethospital.com/

BREA

ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN Banfield Pet Hospital 2465 E. Imperial Hwy. Brea, CA 92821 (714) 256-4616 www.banfield.com Brea Veterinary Hospital 675 S. Brea Blvd.

Brea, CA 92821 (714) 529-4988 www.breavet.com

VCA Aacacia Animal Hosp.

939 W 6th St Corona, CA 92882 (951) 371-1002 vcahospitals.com/aacacia BOARDING/DAY CARE Puppy World 301 W 6th St Suite 101 Corona, CA 92882 (951) 279-2384

SHELTER/RESCUE/ FOSTER/ASSISTANCE Corona Animal Shelter 1330 Magnolia Ave

Corona, CA 92879 (951) 736-2309 www.coronaca.gov

FULLERTON ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN Airport Animal Hospital 2433 W. Commonwealth GROOMING/SPA Ave., Fullerton, CA 92833 Doggie Spa Corona (714) 879-4531 2284 Griffin Way #105 GROOMING/SPA www.airportanimal.net Corona, CA 92879 Ann’s Pet Grooming Commonwealth Animal (909) 239-7014 405 S. State College Blvd.

Hospital doggiespacorona.com/ Brea, CA 92821 1941 W. Commonwealth (714) 256-8388 Pets Choice Grooming & Ave., Fullerton, CA 92833 www.annspetgrooming.com Supply (714) 525-2355 4300 Green River Rd #114 Brea Grooming PRODUCTS & SERVICES www.cwahosp.com Corona, CA 92880 1167 W. Central Ave. Jackboy’s Dog Bakery Fullerton Hills Pet Clinic (951) 272-5716 430 S. Anaheim Hills Rd., G Brea, CA 92821 1805 N. Euclid St. petschoicegrooming.com Anaheim, CA 92807 (714) 833-4668 Fullerton, CA 92835 (714) 322-8172 Star Struck Grooming Chateau Le Pooch (714) 879-4380 www.jackboydogbakery.com 860 Imperial Hwy., M Salon Brea, CA 92821 1411 Rimpau Ave Suite 115 Noah’s Ark Animal RETAIL/PET STORE Hospital Corona, CA 92879 (714) 482-0452 Anaheim Feed & Pet 422 N. Euclid St. (951) 738-8228 chateaulepooch.com Supply Fullerton, CA 92832 starstruckgroomingsalon.

1730 N. Lemon St. (714) 525-2202 com RETAIL/PET STORE Anaheim, CA 92801 noahsarkfullerton.com Kriser’s Natural Pet The Paw Spa (714) 992-2012 3341 E. Imperial Hwy Pro Pet Fix 320 S Main St www.anaheimfeed.com Brea, CA 92823 2407 E. Orangethorpe Ave. Corona, CA 92882 (657) 444-2766 Nature’s Select Fullerton, CA 9283 (951) 371-2250 krisers.com 148 E. Orangethorpe Ave. (714) 738-3492 www.coronapawspa.com Anaheim, CA 92801 propetfix.com Petco Animal Supplies (714) 993-5500 PRODUCTS & SERVICES 2500 Imperial Hwy, 114 Sunnycrest Animal Care Jackboy’s Dog Bakery Brea, CA 92821 Petco Animal Supplies Center 109 N Maple St unit B (714) 255-8162 430 N. Euclid St. 951 W. Bastanchury Rd. Corona, CA 92880

petco.com Anaheim, CA 92801 Fullerton, CA 92835 (805) 556-4122 (714) 635-1714 (714) 871-3000 PetSmart www.jackboydogbakery.com 8092 E. Santa Ana Cnyn Rd. 2465 E. Imperial Hwy sunnycrestanimalcare.com Anaheim, CA 92808 Nature’s Specialties Brea, CA 92821 Tri-City Pet Hospital (714) 998-6833 Manufacturing (714) 256-0205 1145 S. Placentia Ave. petco.com 422 N Smith Ave www.petsmart.com Fullerton, CA 92831 Corona, CA 92880 Pet Supply Warehouse (714) 870-9090 (800) 551-7627 5729 E. La Palma Ave. CORONA www.tri-citypet.com www.naturesspecialties.

ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ Anaheim, CA 97807 VETERINARIAN com/ (714) 777-9970 GROOMING/SPA AAA Animal Hospital www.pswcares.com All About Puppies RETAIL/PET STORE 425 E 6th St 1064 E. Bastanchury Rd. The Naked Dog The Fancy Puppy Corona, CA 92879 Fullerton, CA 92835 701 S. Weir Canyon Rd, 111 (951) 371-7117 530 Hidden Valley Pkwy (714) 784-6641 Anaheim, CA 92808 www.aaaanimalhospital.com #102 allaboutpuppiesinc.com (714) 974-7387 Corona, CA 92879 www.thenakeddogshop.com Centennial Animal (951) 278-9844 Hospital www.fancypuppystore.com 1935 Compton Ave Yuppie Puppy Pet Shop Corona, CA 92881 (951) 371-7383 1218 Magnolia Ave centennialanimalhospital.

Corona, CA 92881 net (951) 582-0690

Orange County & Inland Empire Area Resources continued PRODUCTS & SERVICE Furry Belly Bakery 106 1/2, N. Harbor Blvd.

Fullerton, CA 92832 (657) 217-1566 www.furrybellydeli.com RETAIL/PET STORE Petian 235 N. Euclid St. Fullerton, CA 92832 (714) 992-5030 www.petian.net PetSmart 1411 S. Harbor Blvd.

Fullerton, CA 92832 (714) 992-5116 www.petsmart.com

LAGUNA BEACH RETAIL - ART Faux Paw Petique 654 N. Coast Hwy. Boat Canyon Laguna Beach, CA 92651 (949) 274-3111 fauxpawpetique.com Faux Paw ARTique 611 South Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach, CA 92651 (949) 279-0541

DOG PARK Laguna Beach Dog Park 20672 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 The park is open Dawn to Dusk, Thursdays through Tuesdays.

The park is closed on Wednesdays for maintenance.

It is also closed during and after rainy days. lagunabeachdogpark.com/ ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN Laguna Beach Animal Hospital 460 Forest Ave Laguna Beach, Ca 92651 (949) 494-9721 lagunabeachanimalhospital. com

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PLACENTIA

ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN Placentia Veterinary Clinic 234 E. Yorba Linda Blvd.

Placentia, CA 92870 (714) 528-3145 placentiaveterinaryclinic. com Yolinda Animal Hospital 1407 N. Rose Dr. Placentia, CA 92870

(714) 524-1156 www.yolindavet.com GROOMING/SPA Angel Pet Grooming Gallery 1280 E. Yorba Linda Blvd.

Placentia, CA 92870 (714) 572-1444 Groomingtails Pet Spa 1825 E. Orangethorpe Ave. Placentia, CA 92870 (714) 579-1016 groomingtailspetspa.com Groom & Board 1158 E. Yorba Linda Blvd.

Placentia, CA 92870 (714) 854-9495 www.groomandboard.com Pawsatively Elegant 1525 N. Placentia Ave. Placentia, CA 92870 (714) 961-9247 pawsativelyelegant.com

NORCO

ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN Atlas Pet Hospital 1560 Hamner Ave Norco, CA 92860 (951) 737-1242 atlaspethosp.com/ Norco Animal Hospital 892 Sixth St Norco, CA 92860 (951) 339-2219

NORWALK

ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN JH Animal Hospital 10945 Alondra Blvd.

Norwalk, CA 90650 jhanimalhospital.com

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RIVERSIDE

ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN Riverside Animal Hospital 6162 Magnolia Ave Riverside, CA 92506

(951) 683-4200 riversideanimalhospital9. berlindoener.info/ Riverside Cat Hospital 11411 Magnolia Ave Riverside, CA 92505 (951) 785-5287 www.riversidecathospital.net The Pets Place Animal Hospital 625 W La Cadena Dr. Riverside, CA 92501

(951) 684-2181 thepetsplaceanimalhospital. com GROOMING/SPA Candies Pet Grooming 6846 Roanoak Pl Riverside, CA 92506

(951) 743-2625 Love Pups Grooming 6200 Pegasus Dr #4 Riverside, CA 92503

(951) 221-3735 Pampered Pets 6779 Brockton Ave Riverside, CA 92506 (951) 784-2398 Plush Pups Boutique & Spa 10068 Magnolia Ave Riverside, CA 92503 (951) 261-9504 plushpupspetboutiqueandspa.com Riverside Grooming 3243 Arlington Ave Riverside, CA 92506 (951) 233-5166 10555 Indiana Ave #106 Riverside, CA 92503

(951) 343-3222 riversidepetgrooming.com Tina’s Pet Palace 2955 Van Buren Blvd. # H7 Riverside, CA 92503 (951) 403-4443 www.tinaspetpalace.com/

YORBA LINDA

RETAIL/PET STORE Yorba Linda Feed Store 3782 Rose Dr. Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714) 524-3222 yorbalindafeedstore.com PetSmart 5521 Mirage St. Yorba Linda, CA 92887 (714) 637-8088 www.petsmart.com Wild Birds Unlimited 17611 Yorba Linda Blvd.

Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714) 985-4928 yorbalinda.wbu.com ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN AM/PM Veterinary Hospital 4872 Olinda St. Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714) 779-1400 ampmvet.com Greek & Associates Veterinary Hospital 23687 Via del Rio Yorba Linda, CA 92887 (714) 463-1190 gavh.net Yorba Linda Pet Care Center 4935 Yorba Ranch Rd., C Yorba Linda, CA 92887 (714) 777-1677 yorbalindapetcarecenter. com GROOMING/SPA Canine Custom Cuts 19665 Yorba Linda Blvd.

Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714) 779-1456 Furry Friends Pet Grooming 18292 Imperial Hwy. Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714) 693-9220 www.furryfriendspetspa.com

SANTA ANA

ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN Pro Pet Fix 1714 E. McFadden Ave. Suite M Santa Ana, CA 92705 (714) 973-1840 propetfix.com

GROOMING/SPA Continental Dog Groomers 2441 N Tustin Ave # L Santa Ana, CA 92705 (714) 541-4011 Sweet Paws Pet Grooming 2124 N Tustin Ave Santa Ana, CA 92705 (714) 453-2870 sweetpawspetgrooming.com DAYCARE/BOARDING Grand Pet Care Center 1602 N Grand Ave Santa Ana, CA 92701 (714) 558-7622 www.grandpetcare.com

TUSTIN

ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN Animal Clinic of Tustin Ranch 13115 Jamboree Rd Tustin, CA 92782 (714) 730-1442 www.actri.net Tustana Animal Hospital 1142 El Camino Real Tustin, CA 92780 (714) 544-4440 www.tustana.com Tustin Santa Ana Pet Hospital 741 W First St Tustin, CA 92780 (714) 544-3124 www.tustinsantaanaveterinaryhospital.com GROOMING/SPA Blue Ribbon Pet Grooming 14425 Newport Ave., Suite A Tustin, CA 92780 (714) 730-3961 El Camino Pet Grooming 301 El Camino Real Tustin, CA 92780 (714) 832-4361 elcaminopetgrooming.com TLC Pet Shop & Grooming 12932 Newport Ave # 17 Tustin, CA 92780 (714) 838-5492

SHELTER/RESCUE/ FOSTER/ASSISTANCE Caring Friends Cat Rescue 2741 El Camino Real Tustin, CA 92782 (714) 745-5725 caringfriendscatrescue. com

ORANGE

ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN Orange Pet Clinic 811 E Katella Ave Orange, CA 92867 (714) 771-3870 www.orangepetclinic. com/ Pet Hospital 3411 E Chapman Ave Orange, CA 92869 714-771-3261 pethospitalorange.com

RETAIL/PET STORE Paw In Order 618 W Collins Ave Orange, CA 92867 (714) 628-9446 www.pawinorder.com GROOMING/SPA Happy Paw Salon 665 N Tustin St Orange, CA 92867 (714) 705-0700 Fur Paradise Pet Grooming 1908 N Tustin St Orange, CA 92865 (714) 283-1909

SHELTER/RESCUE/ FOSTER/ASSISTANCE OC Animal Care 561 The City Dr S Orange, CA 92868 (714) 935-6848 www.ocpetinfo.com OC Shelter Partners 561 The City Drive S. Orange, CA 92868 (714)576-6413 ocshelterpartners.org

Lake Arrowhead Area Resources

VETERINARIANS Rimforest Animal Hospital, 1299 Bear Springs Road, Rimforest, CA 92378 www.rimforestanimalhospital.com (909) 337-8589 Hours: M-Sat 8am-5pm GROOMERS Arrowhead Animal Hospital, 27244 Doggie Styles, 23833 Lake Dr, Crestline, CA-189, Blue Jay, CA 92317 CA 92325 (909) 338-5329 www.arrowheadanimalhospital.com (909) Head To Tail Pet Grooming, 336-6800 Hours: M-F 7:30am-5pm, Sat 23966 Springwater Rd., Crestline, CA 8am-3pm 92325 (909) 338-5407 HIKING Lauren’s Grooming, 27219 CA-189, http://lakearrowheadchamber.com/ Blue Jay, CA 92317 (909) 337-5077 leads/hiking-guide/ Guide to hiking trails, Jeani’s Mobile Grooming rules and regulations, and parking pass (909) 522-0111 information.

BOARDING Double Dog Ranch, Crestline, CA www.DoubleDogRanch.com (909) 338-8383

RETAIL & PET STORES Tommy’s Pet Studio, 27177 CA-189, Blue Jay, CA 92317 www.tommyspetstudio.com (909) 336-1061 Open 7 days PET SHELTERS & ADOPTIONS Mountains’ Humane Society, PO Box 452, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352 mountainshumanesociety@hotmail.com (909) 337-6422 REALTORS Mary Vail maryvail.com (909) 214-1150

Lake Gregory Regional Park/Dog Park, South Shore, Crestline, CA 92325 (909) 338-2233 2.7-mile fitness trail.

Dogs must be on a leash.

DOG PARKS Cedar Glen Dog Park, 512 SR 173, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352 Fully fenced off-leash dog area with dog poop bags, surrounded by hiking trails.

Lake Gregory Regional Park/Dog Park, South Shore, Crestline, CA 92325 (909) 338-2233 Half-acre fenced, offleash area split for large and small dogs.

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San Diego Area Resources CORONADO

Amici Pet Hospital 2135 Columbia St San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 795-2400 amicipethospital.com/ Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Boulevard San Diego, CA 92110 (619) 260-1412 www.drexotic.com/ B Street Vet. Hospital 2675 B Street San Diego, CA 92102 (619) 237-0600 www.bstreetvet.com/ SOLANA BEACH GROOMING/SPA Clairemont Village Pet Sydnee’s Pet Grooming Clinic Solana Beach 3007 Clairemont Dr. 437 Highway 101 Ste. G, San Diego, CA 92117 Solana Beach, CA 92075 (619) 275-5752 (858) 704-4112 clairemontvet.com/ sydneespetgrooming.com/ Cheshire Cat Clinic 4680 Clairemont Mesa Blvd RETAIL/PET STORE San Diego, CA 2117 Kahoots Pet Store (858) 483-1573 677 San Rodolfo Dr. cheshirecatclinic.com/ Solana Beach, CA 92075 Lifetime Animal Care (858) 793-6883 Center kahootsfeedandpet.com/ Muttropolis Solana Beach 4250 Clairemont Mesa Blvd Ste C, San Diego, CA 92117 (858) 755-3647 (858) 201-4174 www.muttropolis.com/ lifetimeanimalcare.com/ INSURANCE Market Street Vet Clinic State Farm, Linda Newell 633 7th Avenue 858-481-1436 San Diego, CA 92101 VISITOR’S INFORMATION (619) 230-1220 Solana Beach Chamber of vcamarketstreet.com Commerce & Visitor Center Pacific Beach Vet. Clinic 1362 Garnet Avenue 210 Plaza San Diego, CA 92109 Solana Beach, CA 92075 (858) 272-6255 (858) 755-4775 SolanaBeachchamber.com pbvetclinic.com/ Point Loma Vet Clinic SAN DIEGO 1964 Sunset Cliffs Blvd ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ San Diego, CA 92107 VETERINARIAN ABC Veterinary Hospital of (619) 222-4482 pointlomavetclinic.com/ Kearny Mesa 8020 Ronson Road Shelter Island Vet Hospital San Diego, CA 92111 3625 Midway Drive (858) 278-1825 San Diego, CA 92110 www.abcvets.com/ (619) 222-0597 ABC Veterinary Hospital of shelterislandvet.com/ Pacific Beach VCA Animal Emergency 2032 Hornblend Street Hospital San Diego, CA 92109 2317 Hotel Circle South (858) 270-4120 San Diego, Ca 92108 www.abcvets.com/ (619) 299-2400 www.vca.com ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ VETERINARIAN Crown Veterinary Hospital 817 Orange Avenue Coronado, CA 92118 (619) 435-6624 crownveterinaryhospital. com/ Coronado Veterinary Hospital 150 Orange Avenue Coronado, CA 92118 (619) 435-6281 nadovet.com/

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Vet. Imaging Center of SD 7522 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA 92111 (858) 634-5430 www.vicsd.com/ Veterinary Specialty Hospital 10435 Sorrento Valley Road San Diego, CA 92121 (858) 875-7500 www.vshsd.com/ BOARDING/DAY CARE PB Pet Hotel 1964 Garnet Avenue San Diego, CA 92109 (858) 274-8844 www.pbcatssalon.com Pooch Hotel 2120 Camino Del Rio North San Diego, CA 92108 (619) 491-0239 poochhotel.com/ Snug Pet Resort 11339 Sorrento Valley San Diego, CA92121 (858) 257-1188 snugpetresort.com/ GROOMING/SPA All About Animals 5622 La Jolla Boulevard San Diego, CA 92037 (858) 459-4583 allaboutanimals-lajolla.com/ Canine Cleaners 10448 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92124 (858) 503-6727 City Dog 550 Park Blvd, Suite 2102 San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 269-0201 www.citydogsd.com/ Hairy & Merry 2400 Kettner, Stu. 105 San Diego, CA 92101 (844) 225-4364 hairyandmerry.com/ Gloria’s Pet Salon 7730 Herschel Avenue San Diego, CA 92037 (858) 454-1150 Maggie’s Farm Natural Pet Grooming 1902 Rosecrans St San Diego, CA 92106 (619) 225-2210 Salty Dawg Pet Grooming 1460 Island Ave

San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 237-0557 saltydawgsalon.com/ Star Grooming on 5th 1845 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 571-1795 Spawtlight Dog Salon & Spa 915 E Street San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 237-4420 spawtlightdog.com/ Sydnee’s Pet Grooming 929 Turquoise St San Diego, CA 92019 (858) 454-7387 sydneespetgrooming.com/ Uptown Woofs 1110 Torrey Pines Road San Diego, CA 92037 (858) 459-1111 uptownwoofs.com/ PET SITTING Mission Valley Pet Sitting Services (760) 644-0289 missionvalleypetsitting.com 24/7 Pet Nanny (508) 574-2434 clare@247petnanny.net RETAIL/PET STORE Noah’s Natural Pet 4431 Cass St .

San Diego, CA 92109 (858) 270-8161 www.noahsnaturalpet market.com/ Pet Kingdom 3191 Sports Arena Blvd San Diego, CA 92110 (619) 224-2841 petkingdom.com/ Urban Wolf 475 Tenth Ave. San Diego, CA 92101 (845) 328-0364 urbanwolfusa.com/ SHELTER/RESCUE/ FOSTER/ASSISTANCE FACE Foundation (858) 450-3223 face4pets.org/ SD House Rabbits Society (858) 565-2869 www.sandiegorabbits.org/

Yucca Valley GROOMING The Posh Pooch (760) 369-0528, theposhpoochsalon.com Dirty Dog-O-Mat (760) 365-7985, dirtydogomat.com Sandy Paws Pet Grooming (760) 228-1233, sandypawsgrooming.org Doggie Style Pet Grooming 55595 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley, (760) 820-1240, doggroomingyv.com Josie’s Dog Grooming 56881 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley, (760) 228-2127 Petco Pet Store (760) 228-3264 RETAIL & PET STORE Big Morongo Feed & Tack 49742 29 Palms Hwy, Morongo Valley, CA (760) 363-2175 Fins and Fangs 57466 29 Palms Hwy, Yucca Valley, CA (760) 418-5345 DOG PARK 8490 Warren Vista Ave, Yucca Valley

ADVERTISERS INDEX VETERINARIANS Companion Animal Clinic 7332 Pioneertown Rd, Yucca Valley (760) 228-1474 www.companionanimalclinicca.com VCA Yucca Valley Animal Hospital 57185 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley, (760) 365-0641 www.vcahospitals.com/ yucca-valley VCA Yucca Valley Animal Hospital 70513 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms, (760) 367-9511 www.vcahospitals.com/29palms TRAINING PS Dog Training Ellen Wade, (760) 365-2628, psdogtraining.com RESOURCES Morongo Basin Humane Society (760) 366-3786 mbhumanesociety.com Animal Action League (760) 366-1100

Northern California PET-FRIENDLY RESORTS Little River Inn www.littleriverinn.com 7751 CA-1 Little River, CA 95456 (707) 937-5942 (888) INN-LOVE (Toll Free) PET-FRIENDLY WINERIES Lula Cellars www.lulacellars.com (707) 895-3737 PET-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES Skunk Train www.skunktrain.com (707) 964-6371

PET-FRIENDLY DINING Mendocino Cafe 10451 Lansing Street Mendocino, 937-6141 Cultured Affair Cafe Kasten & Albion Street (corner) Mendocino, 937-1430 Silver’s at the Wharf 32260 North Harbor Drive Fort Bragg, 964-4283

Animal Hospital of Desert Hot Springs ................. 53 Animal Samaritans Shelter and Adoption Center................................................................. 91 Barkingham Pet Hotel California............................. 9 Bath & Brush........................................................115 Best Paw Forward................................................... 59 Bones-n-Scones....................................................6/7 California Paws Rescue............................................ 9 Canine Klips........................................................113 Canine Companions for Independence...............105 Catio King.............................................................. 37 Cats & Carpet......................................................... 73 Country Club Animal Clinic................................... 33 Coachella Animal Network..................................107 Courteous Canines................................................ 29 Doggie’s Day Out of Palm Springs......................... 11 Dream Dogs........................................................... 51 EarthWise................................................................ 3 Elite Pet Care Palm Springs .................................114 Faux Paw Petique................................................... 27 Faux Paw ARTique.................................................. 27 Furrst and Furrmost ............................................115 FirstMate.................................................................. 3 4 Better Paws......................................................... 55 Humane Society of the Desert............................... 53 Jiminy’s................................................................. 47 K9 Clipper & Catamaran......................................114 Little River Inn....................................................... 81 Living Free Animal Sanctuary................................ 95 Loving All Animals................................................. 93 Mary Vail, Realtor......................................... 126/127 Mission Valley Pet Sitting Services........................ 19 OC Shelter Partners............................................... 90 Opposites Attract Cat Club...................................109 Palm Springs Animal Shelter................................. 94 Paws and Claws Urgent Care ................................ 77 Paws & Hearts......................................................108 Pegasus Therapeutic Riding................................107 Pet Cremation Center..........................................128 Pet Oasis................................................................ 39 PoshPetCare........................................................... 61 PS Dog Training ..................................................115 PS Dog Club.......................................................... 54 Schnauzer Shorts Magazine.................................. 29 Scoopy Doo Pet Poo Removal..............................113 State Farm, Linda Newell....................................... 22 Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center................................................... 23 The Cat Clinic......................................................... 72 The CV Dog Club.................................................... 54 The Grand Paw....................................................... 13 The Rowan Palm Springs....................................... 14 The Pet Spaw .......................................................112 Treat Buddy............................................................ 35 Village Park Animal Hospital................................. 15 VCA – All Creatures Animal Hospital ..................... 97 VCA - Desert Animal Hospital........................... 63, 67 VCA - Rancho Mirage Animal Hospital............. 63, 67 Venus De Fido.......................................................... 2 War Horse Creek.................................................... 83 24/7 Pet Nanny...................................................... 17

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At the Pet Cremation Center, Inc., we understand that the bond between an owner and their pet cannot be measured, and that the loss of their beloved friend can be devastating.

We understand your individual needs and because we care, we are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Our certified crematory operators treat your pet with dignity and respect throughout the process.

Your pet remains in our care from the time we pick-up or receive your pet until the return of its cremated remains.

We provide personalized service directly with you, the pet owner, or your veterinarian. Conveniently located in Palm Springs.

Our basic private cremation package includes a private cremation, where your pet is alone in the cremation chamber, ensuring that you only receive your individual pet’s cremains. In addition, you receive a keepsake clay paw print, a lock of fur, cremation certificate, and a wood urn with an engraved metal name plate with your choice of bold or script lettering.

We also offer a wide variety of decorative urns and keepsake items.

Pre-need planning and grief support is available.

To make arrangements, please call:

760-401-6700 or 760-449-7291

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4515 East Camino Parocela • Palm Springs, CA 92264