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VOL. 2 • NO. 3 October 2006

Jennifer McCammon Publisher

Name: Bella Age: 3 months Breed: Golden Retriever People: Theresa MacPherson Cover photo by: Pups of Portland Cover design by: LaPorte & McCammon

w/ Broadway, Peach, & Scout Publisher@SpotMagazine.net

Lancea LaPorte Art Director w/ Banner Spot@LaPorte-Design.com

Reader Spot Lite Meet Spot’s Friends, Oliver and Gracie

Portland named America’s most Dog-Friendly City

Jenny Kamprath Senior Account Executive w/ Marley Jenny@SpotMagazine.net

Marnie McCammon

You needn’t dig deep to understand why! Spot talked to a few local pros in the flourishing fields of doggie daycare, canine celebrations, products and services. This town is rich with ways to pamper, service, care for, exercise and socialize your companion. And those highlighted this month are just the tip of the ice berg.

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Contributing Writers Joan Callander Victoria Rose

Contributing Photographer Brian McDonnell, BMAC Photography

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Partying’s just more fun on four legs!

Events throughout the region: play groups, adoption outreach events, festivals & celebrations

Spirited duo Margie Vincent-Roberts of PetUtopia and Maryjane Stiles of Party Animals are up to their old tricks (and treats!), serving up a seasonal Howl of a good time for pets and their people.

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Still a secret at presstime! But meet a few contenders (including this month’s cover model) in the Pups of Portland photo contest to benefit DoveLewis, and watch for the winners next month in Spot — and soon on posters and calendars available for purchase.

back 5 Aatlook Katrina —

the victories, the tragedies A year ago, Oregon Human Society staff rescued 101 animals. During the effort, volunteers made journal entries and photographer Jeff Selis worked the camera. Today he’s put it all together in Tails from Katrina.

Tips on loving & living with dogs Spot welcomes Victoria Rose, owner of Nanny 911 For Dogs, trainer and behavior expert. This month: Dogs need water!

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appy dogs! That’s what we are, what we’ve got, and what we’re all about! And now everyone’s gonna know it, thanks to the Rose City recently being named Dogtown USA by the national glossy, Dog Fancy Magazine. As I write this my happy girl Broadway (an Elkhound) is giving me the love-eyes. Not the sharpest tool in the shed by a long shot, this one is loved by all, as she is truly a huge, happy heart on four legs. My other two, Peach and Scout, are both piebald mini doxies, but that’s where their similarities end. Scout is tiny (8 lbs) and, fitting to her size, is very much the baby. She loves to be cradled over the shoulder like a newborn, whereas neither of the other two like being held at all. I call her my “special needs girl,” as her vision and hearing are compromised, and she’s got epilepsy to boot. Oddly enough, after being treated with steroids for an aggravated disc, suddenly at age 4, Scout became markedly more alert, peppy, and involved in the people and things around her. Suddenly she was playful! For the first time ever, she craned her head to look straight up (something she’d never done before). Whatever happened, it’s been a joy living with this more engaged, affectionate little girl. Peach is the demonstrative one, both when she’s being a bully and when she’s after affection, which is often. While some find her obnoxious, she stole my heart in a special way long ago. After a tough start in life, she joined our family still in her first year with anxiety so acute that just looking at her the “right” way

would result in a puddle on the floor. Thankfully, this has improved — though over a long period of time — puddles today are rare. Once a few years ago, a difficult woman stopped in on business. Peach maxed out on her attention and did her thing. Harmless, no doubt, and certainly petty on my part, but I couldn’t help but get a kick out of Peach laying a little of that on Miss Big-Britches’ designer shoes. We all have stories about our beloveds. Their admirable and amazing traits, their infuriating habits, their silly antics. What a joy it is to share life with a canine — in so very many ways. And what an even greater joy to reside in a town that’s built to live our best life with them — and that it just keeps getting better with time. Take a look at the restaurants, parks, events, venues, products and service that are thriving in and around the Northwest. They’re abundant, varied, and ready to meet you and your pup! Thank you again, those of you who’ve sent in photos and stories about your babies so we can all share them. This month we meet Gracie and Oliver, both sent in by their pet parents. Interestingly, this issue saw a lot of personalities pop up in various sections. One a TV star. Another a recent champion on the race track — flying on legs that hardly appear built for running. Each possesses a fun or intriguing something. And that’s one sure thing about our dogs: whatever breed, age, size and/or temperament, when you’re a dog lover, you always find the magic something in each and every canine. And what a gift that is!

Dear Spot, I’m writing to let you know about a committee that has been formed in Tualatin. The Tualatin Dog Park Committee (TDPC) is in its infancy and looking for support from the community. The Web site is www.tualatindogparks.com for complete information. The committee was formed to support the Tualatin Parks Advisory Committee (TPARK) in locating a good place for the first Tualatin Dog Park, and will take recommendations directly to the Tualatin City Council. The committee needs input from the community in and outside of Tualatin. On the Web site you’ll find a questionnaire that’s VERY short and will help show TPARK and the City Council that there is good support for a dog park. The committee also is seeking ideas for sites that might work. Any thoughts, ideas and especially locations can be emailed from the Web site directly to the TDPC. Please join us to help create the first dog park in Tualatin. TDPC meets monthly and everyone is welcome. For meeting dates visit the Web site or email info@tualatindogparks.com for details. Candice Kelly Via email

Dear Spot, I just had to brag about my sweet girl, Sage. Yesterday she passed her Pet Therapy certification test and is now a certified DLAATE (DoveLewis Animal Assisted Therapy) girl! She will be following in her big brother’s foot steps helping people in tough situations that need a fur hug. I could not more proud of her, this is a very tough job! Maryjane Stiles Milwaukie Editor’s note: Maryjane is the mom of Storm, the wonderdog who touched many lives as he first prevailed over cancer, then comforted children enduring cancer themselves, and then finally succumbing to the disease. Storm’s spirit and generous heart live on in the people he touched, and the work he inspired. Go Sage! And thanks Maryjane!

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By Willi Isenberg, age 11 In iambic tetra-meter (for Halloween)

But no, in fact, I was quite well Into the stinking tomb I fell. I soon awoke, and then I knew I was afraid, you would be too.

My tomb was big as cows were wide I lived in it until I died. Was ten feet tall had lots of space It proved to be a lonely place.

The tomb was dark as blackest pitch The bugs and things they made me itch. Sarcophagus was very cold And yet I lived ‘til I was old.

Deceased he is, my mother cried My little boy has really died! I was not small, I was quite old Was 35, the truth be told.

Some air could flow through tiny holes, I lived on little rats and moles. I drank from streams of water cold And so I lived ‘til I was old.

I was not dead, just very sick Was bitten by a tiny tic. They thought I left, they thought I died This tomb they buried me inside.

And now I think I’m 81 My life in here has not been fun. So many years for help I’ve cried And soon I will have sadly died.

Coughin’ in the Coffin

Companion and working animals are important, beloved members of the family. Spot Magazine is the one-stop resource for information, ideas, and events of interest to these animals and their people. Spot Magazine welcomes opinions and letters to the editor. To be considered for publication, letters should be signed and include the writer’s full name, address, and daytime telephone (for internal use only). Spot reserves the right to edit letters for length and clarity. Mail to: Spot Magazine PO Box 16667 Portland OR 97292; Fax to: 503-261-8945; email to: publisher@spotmagazine.net. Opinions and ideas expressed by writers and/or advertisers herein are not necessarily endorsed by, or necessarily reflect, the opinions of Spot Magazine or Living Out Loud, Inc.

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A book of love Last year Oregon Humane Society rescued 101 animals from Hurricane Katrina and flew them to Portland. While events unfolded from the time the animals were rescued, the shelter became the backdrop for a moving work of art featuring the dogs and cats of Katrina. The heartbreak, joy and hope experienced by the animals was captured in a series of poignant black and white photos taken by Jeff Selis as part of his new book, Tails From Katrina. The book combines diaries from the OHS team that spent weeks in New Orleans and, along with the touching images, captures the tragedy and victory of Hurricane Katrina. Tails From Katrina is available at Powell’s and Best Friend’s Corner at OHS; proceeds benefit the shelter’s programs & services. Details oregonhumane.org.

Ellis reigns You heard about Ellis’ big win on the firstever cat-reality show by Meow Mix. Now the cool cat from Cat Adoption Team (CAT) in Sherwood has reported in with his latest success: he is now serving as a Vice President of Catsumer Affairs at Meow Mix. Oregon’s largest no-kill cat shelter and hospital, CAT was one of just 10 animal shelters or rescue groups nationwide to submit a feline to compete in the inaugural edition of Meow Mix House, which featured 10 shelter cats

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living together in a house in NYC. The show aired weekly on Animal Planet in a series of 10 three-minute episodes, culminating in the Aug 18 season finale. More than 250,000 votes were cast at MeowMixHouse.com and, when the final votes were tallied, Ellis was pick of the litter. In this position with Meow Mix, Ellis advises and comments on the deepest desires of the feline community. Fans of Ellis and Meow Mix House can relive their favorite episodes in their entirety, or check out any they may have missed, at meowmixhouse.com.

The 10,000th dog to get a new leas on life arrived from Bend at the Orego Humane Society late August. “Secon Chance” dogs come to OHS from shelters throughout Oregon where the have few, if any, chances at adoption For dogs throughout Oregon, the OH Second Chance program is a new leas Lollipop, a four-year-old stray Beaon life. “Our goal is to get as many dog gle from Bend, was the 10,000th dog adopted as possible, and that mean to get a new lease on life from OHS lending a hand to other shelters whe in late August. Lollipop is shown they get overwhelmed,” said Sharo here with Troy Kerstetter, Animal Harmon, OHS Executive Director. Welfare Director of the Humane OHS has found homes for ever Society of Central Oregon. Second Chance animal it has taken in So far this year, 98 percent of all dog taken in have been placed in loving homes, Buses are also donning the DoveLewis stomping the national average of 25 percent. message, thanks to financial support from Lamar.

DoveLewis is on the bus

The folks at DoveLewis have happily sounded the alert for folks to keep an eye out for the organization to appear locally on buses and a billboard. The agency’s first-ever billboard is going up at the Vaughn Street exit off I-405 in Portland, thanks to Reed/Harris and Standsrom, which donated the space and design, respectively.

September wraps with Pinot & Pooch An afternoon of wine and a million ways to spoil your pooch is on tap Saturday Sept 30, 1-6pm, at Urban Wineworks, 407 NW 16th in Portland’s Pearl District. Proceeds will benefit DoveLewis. Local artists Joanne Kollman & Trish Anderson will be sketchcontinued pg 10

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Oliver Hi! My name is Oliver! My last name is GartenJames. I’m almost 8-months-old, and I’m a Shih Tzu. I live in Lake Oswego. My parents think I’m one part dog, one part cat, and one part bunny. I love to hop around, and my favorite places to sit are either in a bookcase, or on the back of a chair or couch. I also like to sleep on my parents’ heads at night! Am I supposed to be sending you a picture of myself? Just in case, I attached a couple! I love Spot Magazine! I wish my parents could buy a subscription and have it sent to the house! Thanks, Oliver Garten-James Editor’s note: We told Oliver his parents certainly could subscribe, and they did.

Gracie Hello! Here are a few pictures of our 2½-yearold Jack Russell Terrier/Poodle mix named Gracie. Briefly, she performs about 40 different tricks, has been invited to the Jay Leno Show, has acted in several national and local television commercials, performs for senior citizens and at birthday parties, school functions and church functions. Gracie has raised over $2,000 for charity with her shows. Some of her photos have also won awards. Jeff and Gail Lang Eugene

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Dogs NEED (not just want) water – especially in warm weather Tips on loving & living with dogs

requently I meet people walking or running their dogs who have no water with them. Often these dogs are suffering and the owners are oblivious. I’ll offer them my Doberman’s water and, usually they say, “No thanks. . . I have some at the car.” Or, “No, we’ll be home soon.” It’s HOT! If a dog is out and about, it’s imperative the owner carry water, not just keep it back at the car. The dog must drink when he needs it. (It’s a NEED, not a WANT.) That hanging, panting, desperate tongue tells all. . . he NEEDS water — now. It’s very uncomfortable to be thirsty. . . and in warm weather, for dogs, it can be dangerous. I keep a gallon jug of water in the car (kept cool with an ice pack), and in the back seat with Jetta, 365 days a year, I have an anti-spill bowl called the “Water Hole” designed for car travel. Jetta drinks through the donut-shaped lid. Around the inside of the hole is a large “lip,” so water doesn’t spill when the car’s in motion. If Jetta steps on it or tips it over, the water still doesn’t spill — staying inside the lip like it’s designed to. These bowls cost less than $10 in pet stores. When away from the car, I carry an ingenious water bottle called the Water Rover™. It has an attached bowl, and you never have to unscrew the top (even when filling it), or

flip open the bowl or even squeeze the bottle. You just lift the stopper tab, hold the bottle horizontally or lay it on the ground, and water flows into the bowl. When the dog is done drinking, tilt the bottle up again and the water flows back inside. No waste! And. . . it’s nicely-priced: Regular — Small bowl/15oz bottle $11.99 Bigger — Small bowl/26oz bottle $14.99 Even Bigger — Large bowl/26oz bottle $19.99

Water Rover for horses (or really big dogs) — Large bowl/55oz bottle $24.99 The small bowl is about 4” in diameter; the large bowl about 5¼”. I have the bigger model for Jetta and the small bowl is plenty big. Good too: they come in six colors and are easy to carry by holding the bowl or using the built-in clip to hook to your belt or pants. I’ve tried all kinds of water bowls and bottles for Jetta. I got one last year whose attached bowl kept falling down. Such a nuisance!

Sports bottles are ok, but Jetta licks and licks the small stream of water (TONS of waste) until the pop-out part closes, requiring me to keep re-opening it for her. Plus, sports bottles have no way to attach to clothing and no strap with which to carry them. Dogs need water when they’re out walking, and especially running. Please remember: Dogs’ temperatures run hotter than humans’, and they don’t cool off by sweating like people. If YOU’RE hot, trust that your dog is HOTTER. It’s very uncomfortable to be hot and thirsty, and dogs shouldn’t have to wait ‘til they get ‘back to the car’ or ‘home.’ If a dog gets hot enough waiting to get back to the car or home, he or she can suffer heat stroke and die — just like a person can. Products like the Water Rover and the Water Hole make it easy to take water along when exercising and socializing your dog. ‘Til next time. . . Kiss Doggies!

Victoria Victoria Rose/Nanny 911 For Dogs offers in-home dog training and behavior modification. For more tips and advice, join her free 1,500-member “Doggie Parenting 101” Email List. Contact her at 503-370-7000 or nanny@nanny911fordogs.com.

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Portland named most dog-friendly city in the US for 2006 by Dog Fancy magazine Joan Callander • Spot Magazine She saved his life, and then he changed hers ’m doing what I’m doing today because of my Humane Society Special — Boz, who could be part Pit Bull, part Labrador, part Whippet, and has brindle marks,” says Bianca Shaw, a veterinarian specializing in physical therapy and owner of Back on Track, a physical rehab clinic. In sharing about when she rescued Boz from the shelter as a puppy, Shaw tells with sadness the story: “He was hit by a car when he was six months old — a heartbreaking thing that happens in a moment of distraction and I was faced with a life and death decision.” Boz was bleeding a great deal and had extensive injuries to both bone and muscle. “The surgeon told me Boz could be put back

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together, but I knew the negative implications and didn’t want him crippled. I wanted him to have the best life possible,” says Shaw, who went on to explain how that decision started her down a path that ultimately led to where she is today: combining human therapy practices with traditional veterinarian medicine to treat animals recuperating from operations or suffering from neurological or arthritic degenerative disease. Shaw’s patients include animals in need of pain management and help in regaining and rebuilding physical strength. It’s this level of love and commitment to animals that recently earned Portland the title of the ‘most dog-friendly city in the US for 2006’ by Dog Fancy magazine. “How could there be a better place for dogs than Portland?” asked Mayor Tom Potter

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after learning about the “Dogtown USA 2006” award. “There is one dog for every five people, one of the nation’s biggest parks to run in, Bark Parks to play in, restaurants with decks and patios where dogs are welcome — even a brewpub called The Lucky Labrador, where man and beast can enjoy a cold one together.” Potter proclaimed Sept 13 Dogtown USA Day as Dog Fancy’s editor, Susan Chaney, presented a plaque to the city, and dog owners and their leashed companions gathered at Pioneer Square for a four-hour canine block party. After the music had faded, the last dog nibblies were woofed down, and the dog agility demos and behavioral consults had ended, people were still asking: “Exactly what is it that makes Portland pawfect compared to other cities?” It’s residents who place a high priority on animal welfare and adoption, fun events such

as the Doggie Dash with 2000 canine contenders each year, beautiful, scenic open spaces, 33 parks with off-leash areas or access, and more doggie daycare startups than Starbucks, according to the story in Dog Fancy. All true, agree local dog owners and professionals who serve them. But when asked why they personally think Portland is so doggone friendly, there were almost as many opinions as breeds of dogs.

Dogs are family Oregonians’ caring attitude toward animals and their above-average commitment to making dogs part of their families and treating them accordingly sets the stage, according to Suzanne Losh, owner of Urban Fauna, a one-stop upscale boutique, grooming center, doggie daycare and obedience training mecca at NW Park and Everett in Portland. “I’ve been in the business thirty years and people today are definitely more focused on

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making their animals part of the family,” says Losh. “No longer are dogs chained up in back and fed once a day.” “They are part of the pack [family], and since they are doing more together the bond between dog and family is stronger. Owners want to pamper their dogs and buy them prettier beds, nicer collars. . . do more for them.” “We call them our four-legged kids,” says AJ Limbrick, owner of AJ’s K-9 Kamp at NE 115th and Siskiyou in Portland, referring both to her own eight-year-old miniature schnauzer, Razzie, and her many doggie guests. Kids it is, in the minds of many dog owners, regardless of whether they’re empty-nesters, parents with young children, singles or childless couples in their twenties or thirties.

Geography & weather Ten to 12 months out of the year Portlanders are out running or walking with their dogs in one of the city’s 94 neighborhoods. Not a pastime that’s as inviting or even as doable in locales like Arizona where temperatures soar past the hundred-degree mark, or in the Midwest in winter when the temp drops below freezing for weeks on end. Many of Portland’s most popular attractions and activities take place outdoors, where dogs and their people can play together or just hang out. Everywhere, dogs can be seen on leashes, urging their owners to explore, whether along the EastBank Esplanade, Forest Park (the nation’s largest urban wilderness), or just along neighborhood streets lined with houses or apartments. Labradors track birds on Sauvie Island, ShihTzus ride shotgun from the passenger seats of pickups and SUVs, Pugs and assorted other breeds discreetly eat fallen crumbs at outdoor eateries in the Pearl District, and miniatures

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with wet noses peek out of their owner’s purses in many retail stores. Within a couple hours’ drive dogs can have their families throwing Frisbees on Oregon beaches or pitching them a tent to stand guard over, in one of the many state parks and forest lands open to the public — including those with four legs. There’s so much green space in Portland, points out Losh, who once lived with her Newfoundland in an apartment in San Francisco. “There wasn’t much grass, and you had to walk quite a ways to get to a park. Signs read, ‘Curb Your Dog,’” which meant, she explains, “that you have to teach them to go in the gutter, often between parked cars.”

Attitude “We deserve the award,” says Limbrick, speaking from her home where she boards dogs and feeds them healthy, organic food in a nearly toxic-free environment. “We earn it. People went out of their way to achieve this — it takes lots of work to make it happen.” “People who come to Portland are fighters and go get what they believe in,” says Lim-

brick, who is passionate about the importance of a healthy diet. She says that humans and dogs ingest toxins through the foods they eat and that “whatever is used to produce food enters the liver, kidney, heart and lung.” Having lost her last dog to cancer after spending nearly $7,000 in medical expenses in an effort to save him, Limbrick has turned her yard and home into a safe, secure, pet-friendly haven that many Portlanders recommend to their friends. “Read labels,” says Limbrick. “Even some well-established dog food producers use ingredients that can be unhealthy.” Limbrick’s own dining table is tall and surrounded with chairs that visiting dogs often continued pg 12 areas All pet fu now lly itioned! nd co rai

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training and their work. To learn more about Paws to Freedom, call 503-231-2555 or visit www.PawstoFreedom.com.

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A howling good time PetUtopia is hosting a costume Halloween party Saturday Oct 28 at 2pm, at its store at 8670 SW Scholls Ferry Rd in Beaverton. Festivities will include contests, prizes and refreshments for pets and their people. The event is being cohosted by Party Animals. To learn more, visit petutopia.com or call 503646-5937.

Teaching people to teach their dogs to help Paws to Freedom is a unique program teaching people with disabilities to use their abilities to train their own assistance dogs to enhance their independence within the community. The organization uses positive training methods, keeping the health and welfare of each dog in the forefront of the

Show on the go — 2007 pet fair to highlight pet travel Shilo Inns has partnered with the NW Pet & Companion Fair for the upcoming April event, the largest of its kind in the Northwest. The fair is dedicated to boosting pet adoptions, and helping people care for and enjoy life with their companion animals, and now, to presenting the latest in traveling with pets. Shilo Inns will sponsor/partner in the show’s new Pet Travel Pavilion, focusing on tips, ideas and resources for traveling with pets. Shilo Inns

welcomes pets in most of their facilities across nine western states. Also a great friend to nonprofits, last year’s fair hosted 37 nonprofit pet shelter and rescue groups who shared their missions, recruited volunteers, and helped hundreds of adoptable pets find loving homes. Sit! Stay! Spot will continue to report new developments on this year’s fair. Or visit petfairs.com for more details.

Beloved kitty gets second chance Caramel the cat has a new lease on life after being rescued by Oregon Friends of Shelter Animals (OFOSA) volunteer, Shirley Demmin. Contacted to help a starving, ill and matted stray calico, Demmin rejected the ER vet’s recommendation to euthanize her and took the 4.5-pound cat to one of OFOSA’s regular vets. Dr Keith Gordon of the Walnut Street Veterinary Clinic determined that in addition to a

broken hip that had healed badly, Caramel had megacolon, making a colectomy (removal of all of her colon) necessary to save her life. Gordon performed the surgery, which was partially funded by OFOSA Despite all she endured, eight-year-old Caramel still loved to be held and comforted. The calico found a permanent home with Demmin, who happily reports Caramel’s recovery is going well. “After starting out in a very sad state and after six weeks of recovery she is now fat, happy, and growing her fur back,” says Demmin. “She has retained that sweet personality that made us all fall in love with her.” Bill Nechak, president and a founder of OFOSA, believes that all animals deserve a chance, which is one reason OFOSA was created. Since 2002, OFOSA has funded over 200 surgeries for dog and cat injuries and illnesses. “Caramel is a wonderful example of how OFOSA can help animals with the support of the community,” he says. To learn more about OFOSA or to get involved, visit

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Dinner with Your Dog sent them home happy Guests didn’t need doggie bags after the first Dog Day of Summer Dinner with your Dog fundraiser at Jake’s Famous Crawfish in August. More than 140 people shared dinner with their canine companions, each of whom was treated to a gourmet three-course meal prepared by the Jake’s chefs. In addition to some very satisfied diners (evidenced by much lip-smacking and tail-wagging), the event raised nearly three grand for DoveLewis’ 24 Hour ER and ICU Animal Hospital. “It was wonderful to see so many pet owners spending quality time with their dogs in such a relaxed setting,” said Reed Coleman, DoveLewis Director of Development. “DoveLewis is very grateful for the generosity of everyone involved in this fun event.” In an outdoor dining setting complete with a white picket fence, dog guests were treated with the same standard of professional service that’s made Jake’s a Portland dining landmark. Pooches started off with a Bone-apetit Biscuit provided by WowBowz all-natural dog bakery, then dined on entrees of Tuna Poodle Casserole, That Darn Cat Fish Hash and Old-Fashioned German Shepard Pie. Doggie dessert included a WowBowz Afterdinner Mint Cookie.

“Most of the dogs cleaned their plates before their owners got started on their own,” says Jayne Jablonski, operations manager at Jake’s. “We had a great time serving our human and canine guests, and look forward to making this an annual event.” In addition to gourmet eats, each dog was treated to a take-home doggie-bag gift-box filled with samples and goodies from local retailers like Furever Pets.

Top dozen now the “face of Portland” Nearly 200 dogs patiently waited as their owners primped and prodded them into sitting pretty for one of Portland’s most prominent photographers last month as DoveLewis conducted “The Pups of Portland Project,” from which 12 pups are being chosen to represent the city in posters and promotional materials. The 12 top dogs were being named after presstime, and will be celebrated in the next issue of Spot. The Pups of Portland Poster ($25) will be available at The Pearl Retriever, 526 NW 13th. After the initial group was reduced to 36 finalists, celebrity judges had the difficult task

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of choosing 12 winning dogs to represent Portland in the Pups of Portland 2007 Calendar. The calendar ($14.95) will be available beginning Oct 15 at The Pearl Retriever. The Pups of Portland Project was the brainchild of Andrea Schneider of The Pearl Retriever and local photographer Bruce Forster in partnership with Troy Klebey of Bruce Forster Photography, Marc Tringali of NexRev Creative Services and Paige Tashner of Tashrambler. They developed the collaborative project to celebrate Portland’s love of dogs and raise money for the DoveLewis Assistance Fund, to which they are donating half the profits from the photo shoots, poster and calendar sales. The DoveLewis Assistance Fund was established to help people pay their pets’ medical bills, as long as they qualify. Clients denied help from Care Credit, a national financing company, are eligible to apply for financial help through the fund, which is supported solely by donations. To learn more, visit www.pupsofportland.com.

Baby rescue has its hands full Other Mothers Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation just received a litter of 9 bouncing baby pitbulls who will soon be in need of loving homes. Mom, Charlotte, is a purebred American Staffordshire Terrier. She’s about three

yrs, brindle and white, and has good basic obedience skills. She is a sweet girl who loves people, dogs & cats. Her puppies are brindle and/or black, with white markings. There are 6 males & 3 females. The adoption fee will be $100/puppy, $60/mom. Other Mothers is a startup rescue, and this litter is putting the crew through its paces! Details linda@othermothers.org or 503-452-0465.

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jump up on and join her in a meal that often includes homemade applesauce, organicallygrown avocados or other non-meat entrees that they’re welcome to share. “I really, really enjoy what I do,” says Limbrick with evident pleasure. Her clients do, too; pet owners come from as far as three hours away to leave their dogs in her care.

Attitude with altitude

petting good-naturedly, and readily permit grooming by a vet, groomer or family friend. Also on the list of must-dos: be controllable on a loose leash, be able to move about in public places without over-exuberance, shyness or showing resentment or hostility, and must respond to commands to sit, lie down and stay. Socialization skills must also be demonstrated, including polite behavior around other dogs, confident behaviors and good manners (regardless of surrounding distractions) and able to remain comfortable when their owner is out of their sight for three or more minutes (when accompanied by a trusted person). “Years ago people were afraid to put two unrelated dogs together, thinking they’d fight,” says Shorr. “Now, the mindset is, dogs are social and play together — we don’t see fights.”

Portland doxie wins big, moves up in the running

Responsible pet owners make good neighbors Oregon has some of the toughest anti-cruelty laws in the nation, and Portland has two full-time investigators with full police authority to follow up on complaints. Leash laws, poop and scoop (whether by law or out of courtesy) and common sense have made many dog-less residents happy to share common living spaces. Some condos have bylaws requiring that doggie residents pass the AKC’s ‘Canine Good Citizen’ training and testing program. These bylaws hold dogs to conduct such as allowing friendly strangers to greet their owners while ignoring them. They must sit politely when out with their owners, tolerate 12

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Laurel Acres offers a number of play-yard activities, and it’s common during peak times for 25 dogs to be together. “Our ratio is always one-on-one for a technician and dog, regardless if they are fetching ropes or toys, splishing and splashing in pools, or they’re indoors getting a ‘brush and hug’ or ‘snack and snuggle.’” Even if the same family leaves two animals each pooch will have its own staff attendant. “Any time people spend with dogs increases their bond,” says Shorr, “whether it’s visiting a Petco or PetsMart, taking a walk or participating in obedience training.”

Trends ‘n things “Wednesdays and Thursdays are the busiest days at doggie day care centers,” says Losh, adding that dogs play with their owners all weekend and are tired on Mondays, gain

Helpful services for dogs and owners “My husband is in the Coast Guard and I’m a stay-at-home mom with a 10-month-old baby,” says Helena Helt of North Portland, who recently signed on for the weekly poop scooping services offered by Doodie Hunters which serves the metro area. “It’s so reasonable and gives our family a few extra hours to be together.” Doodie Hunters owner, Andy Kirsch, says they will come out to your home or business on a weekly basis and clean and take away dog waste at typically $8 per week. Doodie Hunters also operates in Dallas, Oregon; both locations offer one-time clean-up services. The reasons people hire waste clean-up vary, but many like Helt don’t have the time or desire to do it themselves. “Normally we go out on the weekends, especially with the shorter days,” says Kirsch, “but once I was out in someone’s yard on a weeknight with a flashlight strapped to my hat — thus our name!” “Portland is so dog friendly,” says Helt. “There are lots of local businesses that are great about carrying really good dog stuff, and owners here connect and support each other. Everyone really keeps the dog parks clean and uses good etiquette. “In Chicago, where I used to live, it was like, ‘Keep your dog away from my dog,’” says Helt. “And they didn’t talk much — even though you were at a dog park. The really nice parks were outside Chicago, and you had to pay a membership fee of $160 a year or more, and the police would do checks. It’s much easier to socialize your animals here.”

as a last-minute entry, he won in a breath-taking photo finish. Next up: Henry will represent the Northwest at the Wiener Dog Nationals at The Woodlands race track in Kansas City, KS next year. Henry’s mom Diane says he’s got the speed and competitive spirit of a champion athlete. He’s coached for speed by his “brother” Bob, an Italian Greyhound/ Rat Terrier mix. When Henry isn’t competing, his favorite form of exercise is playing chase with Bob and hopping up on the bed for a nap. says, are, and “St Bernards are excellent apartment dogs because they don’t do anything but sleep!” There are cities that allow dogs on leashes on public transit, including Seattle, Boston and San Francisco, but Portland does not, with the exception of service and companion animals, according to Mary Fetsch, Tri Met Communications Director. “Pets are allowed if they are in a container,” says Fetsch, noting that carriers must be appropriate for the animal. Poop-bag carriers shaped like dog bones or fire hydrants and other fashion statements are available at Urban Fauna and many local pet supply stores. There are scented and nonscented bags that are biodegradable for the actual waste, and long-handled scoopers that bags fit over for backyard use.

Photo courtesy Diane Stevenson, Statesman Journal.

“Portlanders are to be applauded for supporting events and services that allow us to connect as dog owners,” says Shaw. “It’s amazing how many fundraisers are held to support shelters and programs such as DoveLewis, Delta Society Mission and the Oregon Humane Society. They’re well organized, with lots of dog activities.” Ninety-eight percent of the dogs taken in by OHS in the first six months of this year have been adopted — an almost unheard of success rate. There is almost no euthanasia in this area, and Multnomah County has one of the best placement rates in the country, according to David Lytle, OHS spokesperson. “The situation with spaying, neutering and adoption just keeps getting better and better for dogs,” says Lytle, adding, “We need to get better with cats.” Hal Shorr and his wife Naomi own Laurel Acres Kennels just outside of Hillsboro, and both are judges for American Kennel Club (AKC) competitions and international events. “Americans are at the cutting edge with dogs,” says Hal. “You enry “Spicy Kielbasa” took first place at the don’t see the quality of dogs in other 2006 NW Regionals held recently at Mt Angel countries that you find here.” Octoberfest. A resident of Portland and companShorr goes on to explain how ion of Diane Nystrom, Henry is a 4-year-old, 14-lb being state-of-the-art goes too for champion with an impressive collection of victories. the facilities here. The Shorrs’ is a He was the winner of the 2006 Multnomah County fully air-conditioned, 72-run facility Fair Dachsie Dash and the 1st Heat Winner at the situated on five country acres. “Our 2005 Multnomah County Fair Wiener Dog Races (a ventilating system changes the air favorite, Henry was eliminated in the semifinal when every 12 seconds in the building,” he became trapped between the feet of someone says Shorr. “We also have heat in running down the track). Henry was also the champ the floors for the winter — it’s all at the 2004 Wiener Dog Summer Nationals, where, about the comfort of the dogs.”

momentum on Tuesday, and love to romp with other dogs mid-week. Their owners are often working people who love that their animal leaves day care tired out so and they don’t feel guilty if they haven’t had the time or energy to do a mile jog with them every day. Breeds are cyclical, says Losh. “Way, way back, it was Cocker Spaniels when I was growing up. Then Irish Setters and Afghan Hounds. For the past five or six years it’s been Pugs and Chihuahuas, and Vizslas for larger dogs. We’re also seeing more Tibetan Terriers and Labradoodles.” Sometimes it’s movies or celebrities that drive fads, according to Losh. The movie Men in Black put Pugs at the top, and Chihuahuas had a heyday thanks to Paris Hilton and Taco Bell. This can be a challenge when people don’t do their homework and analyze the dog, its personalities and needs. Beagles, for example, bark (it’s their nature) and are not good apartment dogs, according to Losh. But Pugs and Newfoundlands, she

A caring, compassionate community

There are constantly events in Portland and surrounding communities that bring dogs and their owners together — to help less fortunate furry friends or people, or just for fun. It’s not at all uncommon to see a seeingeye or companion dog in training riding an escalator at a local mall or sleeping at the feet of its trainer during a movie or church service. Another notable sign of the times is obituaries being placed on the pet page of the Oregonian. Says Oregonian obituary writer, Mary Downing, “Pet owners go through the same grief process as anyone else who loses someone close to them. Writing an obituary helps bring closure and acknowledges their pet and how important they were to them and their family.” From volunteers at shelters to veterinarians who work long into the night when an animal is in pain, to families that include a mutt and/or thoroughbred, to business owners who keep doggie treats under the front counter — it’s dogs lovers that make Portland the best place to live — for themselves and their canine buddies.

ADOPTION / RESCUE

PET SITTING

CAT Adoption Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Kritter Kare of Portland . . . . . . . . . . 11 Multnomah County Animal Services 11 Oregon Ferret Shelter . . . . . . . . . . . 13 PHOTOGRAPHY / PORTRAITS BMAC Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

BOARDING

Airpet Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 REAL ESTATE / MORTGAGE LENDERS Elizares Kennels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Prudential NW Properties . . . . . . . . . 9 Laurel Acres Kennels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 RESTAURANT

CREMATION / MEMORIALS

Iron Mutt Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Dignified Pet Services . . . . . . . . . . . 11 TRAINING Auntie Tracy & Auntie Sally . . . . . . . 10 DAYCARE Bow Wow Doggie Daycare . . . . . . . . 6 Elizares Kennels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Muttley Crew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 K-9 Agility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 K-9 Behavior Company . . . . . . . . . . 13 DOG WALKING Mt Hood Dog Campus . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Doggy Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Kritter Kare of Portland . . . . . . . . . . 11 VETERINARIANS / VET HOSPITALS Good Neighbor Veterinarians . . . . . . 5

ADOPTION COMPANIONS FOR LIFE 300 cats & kittens looking for forever home, altered, tested, vaccinated, microchipped, indoor, ready to love. Adoption fee $60-$125. 7 days/week 10-6 Cat Adoption Team 503.925.8903 www.catadoptionteam.org Volunteers welcome. Fosters needed. COWBOY ON THE RANGE Cowboy is an 11-month-old male Australian Shepherd who needs more room to run than we have. He is friendly, great with kids, and just needs a little more wide open spaces. Cowboy is neutered, current on his shots, microchipped and healthy. He’s a strong, active, alpha male. Got room for Cowboy? He’d love to meet you, and Robin will arrange it: 503-313-7923.

BOARDING

PET FOOD FLINT RIVER RANCH THE HONEST KITCHEN Super premium pet foods. Made with all natural human grade ingredients. No chemical preservatives or byproducts www.tailwaggingood.com 503-231-0115 or 888-897-0115

PET SITTING PET SITTING BY SKYE NW Portland / Scappoose. 6 acres in country, space, clean – no kennel. Refs. 503-543-4815 LISA & FRIENDS PET SITTING Quality pet care in a comfortable home environment at reasonable prices. In-home visits also available. All pets welcome. Refs. 503-490-3762

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GIFTS / FASHION / SPECIALTY Bi-Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

GROOMING Muttley Crew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Rose City Veterinary Hospital . . . . . . 7

WASTE REMOVAL SERVICES Doodie Hunters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Pooper Patrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

HEALTH & WELLNESS Back on Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Canine Peak Performance . . . . . . . . 11

WELLNESS

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TRAINING

DAYCARE FOREST PARK BED & BISCUIT Dog daycare, overnights & basic grooming while you wait or play. Private setting in NW PDX, close to Montgomery Park. Call Linda for details (503) 7689932 or (971) 570-3646.

PET FOOD / SUPPLIES Bi-Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Natura Pet Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Sellwood Dog Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Snowfire Farm — distributor for healthy pet foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Solid Gold Northwest Holistic Products for Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

DOG WALKING / PET SITTING BUCK’S ADVENTURE DOGS PET SERVICES Loving care for your entire animal family! Dog walks & in-home visits. Insured & bonded. 971-207-7127.

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HAPPY PALS DOG TRAINING Have fun w/your dog teaching manners and/or earning titles in obed, rally, conf, or tracking. Judges from several orgs. Private lessons, your home or our facilities. Call Loanne or Roger 503-359-9297.

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aLL MONTH LONG • Better With a Buddy Adoption Special at CAT in Sherwood. Cat Adoption Team is ﬁlled to the brim with cats & kittens and, thanks to a recent donation, discounts have been affected to help the furry felines ﬁnd loving homes. Since many are housed together and are already buddies, the cats adjust quicker by going home at the same time. The Better With a Buddy special allows the adopter to adopt a second cat at a deep discount. Limited-time offer. Details www.catadoptionteam.org or 503925-8903. • CAT seeks Volunteers, Sponsors & Donations. You can lend a hand with Cat Adoption Team’s third annual Whisker Wonderland fundraiser Nov 4 at the World Forestry Center. CAT is currently procuring sponsors & seeking donations & volunteers to assist prior to & during the event. For details call Rachel at 503-7014087 or visit www.catadoptionteam.org.

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10am — Recycled Gardens End-ofSeason (. . . NOT!) Plant Sale at Recycled Gardens, 6995 NW Cornelius Pass Rd in Hillsboro ‘til 5. Plants available $3/gallon unless otherwise marked. Details 503-626-4070 ext 3# or poppainc.org. The folks at POPPA (Pet Over-Population Prevention Advocates) say now is truly the best time of year for gardening in Oregon, and most plants are $3/gallon except specially-tagged mature trees & shrubs. A special section will offer trees, both fruiting & ornamental, for $10 regardless of pot size so they can ﬁnd good homes. Also offered: u-pick(up) hazelnuts for $1/lb. All proceeds support POPPA’s companion animal spay/neuter assistance program.

the promenade, right outside LexiDog Boutique. Dogs strut down the runway showing off the latest looks for big & small dogs! Music, prizes, food & fun. All fashions on sale today only. Details 503243-6200. 1pm — Puppy Romp at Schroeder’s Den with Dr Kirsten Nielsen CPDT, Sundays at Schroeder’s Den Daycare for Dogs in Hillsboro. Open to vaccinated puppies 10 weeks-6 mos. Info www.schroedersden.com or 614-9899. RSVP required.

saturday

10am — Volunteer Orientation at Greenhill Humane Society in Eugene. Details green-hill.org.

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Noon — Show & Tell Saturday with Animal Aid. Visit adoptable cats ‘til 4pm at Animal Aid’s new location in SW Portland, 5335 SW 42nd Ave (south of Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy). Weekday visiting hours 11am-4pm. Call 503-292-6628 or visit animalaidpdx.org for details. 2pm — Saturday Playgroup at LexiDog on Macadam in Portland ‘til 4pm. Bring your dog, any size, to play inside out of the rain & cold. Details 503-245-4363.

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10am — Sunday Playgroup at LexiDog in Portland’s Pearl District. Smallest dogs 12lbs & under 10am-noon; small dogs 30 lbs & under noon-1:30; any size dog 1:302:30. Details 503-243-6200.

• Help OHS take homeless pets into the community to meet prospective new families. Call 503-285-7722 ext 204 to ﬁnd out how you can get involved. Training sessions held monthly.

• Volunteer Training at CAT (Cat Adoption Team) in Sherwood every second & fourth Saturday 10-11:30am. Details catadoptionteam.org or 503-925-8903.

Noon — OHS Adoption Outreach at Wild Oats, 2825 E Burnside in Portland & Tigard PetsMart, 7500 SW Dartmouth. Details oregonhumane.org.

10am — Puppy Playtime social event for puppies at Barka Lounge in Portland. Puppies 10-20 weeks play 10-11am; over 20 weeks play 11-noon. RSVP required; call 503-236-3868 or visit barkalounge.com. To learn more about Puppy Playtime visit puppy-playtime.com.

• Got Bad Behavior? Call the Oregon Humane Society’s free Pet Behavior Helpline at 503-416-2983.

• Tickets on Sale now for CAT’s Whisker Wonderland event Nov 4. Enjoy an evening ﬁlled with jazz, great food & beverages (including wines, martinis & micro-brews), bidding on items on the block including travel, entertainment & wine packages, art, home accents, health & beauty products & services and more. Tickets $60/advance, $75/door. Info 503925-8903 or visit catadoptionteam.org.

Noon — Meet & Adopt MCAS Foster Cats/Kittens ‘til 3 at Gresham Petco.

• Feral & Stray Cat Spay/Neuter Clinic in Portland. Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon info 503-797-2606 or feralcats.com.

• Kitten Foster Homes Needed at CAT (Cat Adoption Team). Mom cats with their litters of kittens are waiting for loving families to care for them until they are old enough to be adopted. If you can open your home & heart to raise a litter of kittens, call 503925-8903 or email catadoptionteam.org.

• Over 400 Adorable Kittens & Cats available for adoption through CAT (Cat Adoption Team) at various locations. The Sherwood shelter is open 7 days, 10am6pm. Cats are on-site daily at PetSmart stores in Wilsonville, Clackamas, Hillsboro & Tigard, as well as Pet Loft. Or visit Petco in Tualatin & Tanasbourne on the ﬁrst, third, fourth & ﬁfth Saturdays of the month. Details 503-925-8903 or www.catadoptionteam.org.

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1pm — Puppy Romp at Schroeder’s Den with Dr Kirsten Nielsen CPDT, Sundays at Schroeder’s Den Daycare for Dogs in Hillsboro. Open to vaccinated puppies 10 weeks-6 mos. Info www.schroedersden.com or 614-9899. RSVP required.

1 sunday • Feral & Stray Cat Spay/Neuter Clinic in Eugene, 541-607-4282. For general info on the Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon, call 503-797-2606 or visit feralcats.com. 10am — Puppy Playtime social event for puppies at Barka Lounge in Portland. Puppies 10-20 weeks play 10-11am; over 20 weeks play 11-noon. RSVP required; call 503-236-3868 or visit barkalounge.com. To learn more about Puppy Playtime visit puppy-playtime.com. 10am — Sunday Playgroup at LexiDog in Portland’s Pearl District. Smallest dogs 12lbs & under 10am-noon; small dogs 30 lbs & under noon-1:30; any size dog 1:302:30. Details 503-243-6200. 1pm — Fall Canine Fashion Show at LexiDog in the Pearl at 416 NW 10th at Glisan in Portland. Models will be dressed to the K-nines, parading along

11am — OHS Canine 101 (aka “Problem Pooch) class at the Columbia Blvd facility. Ideal for anyone considering or beginning pet parenthood, or who just wants to understand why Fido does what he does. Facilitated discussions with Q & As for people (pets stay home). Admission is a suggested $10 donation; no need to RSVP. Info 503-285-7722 or oregonhumane.org. 11:30am — Foster Pet Parent Orientation at Greenhill Humane Society in Eugene. Details green-hill.org.

2pm — Pugs in the Park Day get-together for pugs & their people 2nd Sunday of the month through October at Commonwealth Park in Cedar Hills Neighborhood (Intersection of SW Foothill & SW Dellwood). 3:30pm — Feisty Fido Course with Certiﬁed Pet Trainer Jennifer DuMond Biglan at Greenhill Humane Society in Eugene. Explore common behavior problems & how to ﬁx them. Admission $15; RSVP to Sandy at 541-689-1503 ext 116.

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over 20 weeks play 11-noon. RSVP required; call 503-236-3868 or visit barkalounge.com. To learn more about Puppy Playtime visit puppy-playtime.com.

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10am — Sunday Playgroup at LexiDog in Portland’s Pearl District. Smallest dogs 12lbs & under 10am-noon; small dogs 30 lbs & under noon-1:30; any size dog 1:302:30. Details 503-243-6200.

9am — Two-buck Tuesday at the zoo. Every second Tuesday of the month is Two-Buck Tuesday, when visitors pay just $2 admission thanks to B of A.

14 saturday Noon — Meet & Adopt MCAS Foster Cats/Kittens ‘til 3 at Clackamas Petco. Noon — Show & Tell Saturday with Animal Aid. Visit adoptable cats ‘til 4pm at Animal Aid’s new location in SW Portland, 5335 SW 42nd Ave (south of Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy). Weekday visiting hours 11am-4pm. Call 503-292-6628 or visit animalaidpdx.org for details. 1pm — Pet First Aid & CPR Class hosted by the American Red Cross at PetUtopia, 8670 SW Scholls Ferry Rd in Beaverton. Do you know how to care for your pet in a medical emergency? The American Red Cross offers a class that teaches ﬁrst aid to pet owners. Learn to stop bleeding, check bones, treat for shock, administer CPR, and prevent heatstroke. A manual is included in the cost of the class. Preregistration required; cost $45. Register at www.petutopia.com/ﬁrst_aid_class.htm or call 503-646-5937. 2pm — Saturday Playgroup at LexiDog on Macadam in Portland ‘til 4pm. Bring your dog, any size, to play inside out of the rain & cold. Details 503-245-4363.

15 sunday 10am — Puppy Playtime social event for puppies at Barka Lounge in Portland. Puppies 10-20 weeks play 10-11am; over 20 weeks play 11-noon. RSVP required; call 503-236-3868 or visit barkalounge.com. To learn more about Puppy Playtime visit puppy-playtime.com. 10am — Sunday Playgroup at LexiDog in Portland’s Pearl District. Smallest dogs 12lbs & under 10am-noon; small dogs 30 lbs & under noon-1:30; any size dog 1:302:30. Details 503-243-6200. 1pm — Fall Canine Fashion Show at LexiDog in Eugene’s 5th Street Public Market. Models will be dressed to the K-nines, parading along the promenade, right outside LexiDog Boutique. Dogs strut down the runway showing off the latest looks for big & small dogs! Music, prizes, food & fun. Details 541-343-5394. 1pm — OHS Telethon for the Animals. Broadcasting live ‘til 5 pm on KATU Channel 2. Tune in and help out! 1pm — Puppy Romp at Schroeder’s Den with Dr Kirsten Nielsen CPDT, Sundays at Schroeder’s Den Daycare for Dogs in Hillsboro. Open to vaccinated

28 saturday puppies 10 weeks-6 mos. Info www.schroedersden.com or 614-9899. RSVP required.

16 monday • National Feral Cat Day Clinic with Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon in Portland, 503797-2606. Details feralcats.com.

21 saturday 10am — Animal Aid will be showing adoptable pets ‘til 2pm at Western Pet Supply, 6908 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy in Portland. 11am — OHS Canine 101 (aka “Problem Pooch) class at the Columbia Blvd facility. Ideal for anyone considering or beginning pet parenthood, or who just wants to understand why Fido does what he does. Facilitated discussions with Q & As for people (pets stay home). Admission is a suggested $10 donation; no need to RSVP. Info 503-285-7722 or oregonhumane.org. 11am — Rabbit Advocates Volunteers will be at Western Pet Supply, 6908 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy in Beaverton ‘til 2pm to discuss adopting rabbits as companion pets to private homes. Rabbit Advocates is dedicated to the welfare of domestic rabbits and will showcase adoptable rabbits & educational materials. Noon — Meet & Adopt MCAS Foster Cats/Kittens ‘til 3 at Clackamas Petco. Noon — OHS Adoption Outreach at Jantzen Beach Home Depot & Dog Star, both in Portland. Details oregonhumane.org. Noon — Show & Tell Saturday with Animal Aid. Visit adoptable cats ‘til 4pm at Animal Aid’s new location in SW Portland, 5335 SW 42nd Ave (south of Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy). Weekday visiting hours 11am-4pm. Call 503-292-6628 or visit animalaidpdx.org for details.

1:30pm — Guide Dogs Graduate. Attending a grad ceremony at Guide Dogs for the Blind is one of the best ways to get acquainted with the program. Puppy raisers, students, staff & the dogs participate. Bring tissues; the event is always moving. In their own words, raisers, students & staff describe their experiences & feelings. Raisers who have cared for & nurtured young pups to prepare them for training must say goodbye to their graduating dogs. Classes & instructors have shared the trials & triumphs of weeks’ of training. Monthly events open to the public, a demo of guidework & tours follow the ceremonies. Details or for group reservations, call 503-668-2100 or visit guidedogs.com. 2pm — Saturday Playgroup at LexiDog on Macadam in Portland ‘til 4pm. Bring your dog, any size, to play inside out of the rain & cold. Details 503-245-4363. 5pm — Bowser’s Boo Bash, Willamette Humane Society’s annual dinner & auction to beneﬁt the animals, at the Salem Conference Center in downtown Salem. Highlights include a silent auction beginning at 5, a live auction following dinner at 7, entertainment & surprises. Tickets $50/person or $400/table of 8. Tickets/Info 503-585-5900 ext 660 or info@willamettehumane.org. 6:45pm — Bet for Pets Casino Night to beneﬁt Animal Aid at the Crowne Plaza Hotel on Kruse Way in Lake Oswego (off of I-5 exit 292). Gaming goes from 7-10pm. Thousands of dollars’ worth of prizes, including 7 nights in Puerto Vallarta. Check Animal Aid’s Web site, animalaidpdx.org, for details.

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• Feral & Stray Cat Spay/Neuter Clinic in Corvallis. Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon info 503-797-2606 or feralcats.com. 10am — Puppy Playtime social event for puppies at Barka Lounge in Portland. Puppies 10-20 weeks play 10-11am;

Noon — Meet & Adopt MCAS Foster Cats/Kittens ‘til 3 at Clackamas Petco. Noon — OHS Adoption Outreach at Clackamas PetsMart & Bridgeport Village Wild Oats in Tigard. Details oregonhumane.org. Noon — Show & Tell Saturday with Animal Aid. Visit adoptable cats ‘til 4pm at Animal Aid’s new location in SW Portland, 5335 SW 42nd Ave (south of Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy). Weekday visiting hours 11am-4pm. Call 503-292-6628 or visit animalaidpdx.org for details. 2pm — Have a Howling Good Time at PetUtopia’s Halloween costume party at its store at 8670 SW Scholls Ferry Rd in Beaverton. Festivities will include contests, prizes and refreshments for pets and their people. The event is being cohosted by Party Animals. Details petutopia.com or 503-646-5937. 2pm — Saturday Playgroup at LexiDog on Macadam in Portland ‘til 4pm. Bring your dog, any size, to play inside out of the rain & cold. Details 503-245-4363.

29 sunday 10am — Puppy Playtime social event for puppies at Barka Lounge in Portland. Puppies 10-20 weeks play 10-11am; over 20 weeks play 11-noon. RSVP required; call 503-236-3868 or visit barkalounge.com. To learn more about Puppy Playtime visit puppy-playtime.com. 10am — Sunday Playgroup at LexiDog in Portland’s Pearl District. Smallest dogs 12lbs & under 10am-noon; small dogs 30 lbs & under noon-1:30; any size dog 1:302:30. Details 503-243-6200. Noon — New Volunteer Orientation at OHS. Details oregonhumane.org. 1pm — Puppy Romp at Schroeder’s Den with Dr Kirsten Nielsen CPDT, Sundays at Schroeder’s Den Daycare for Dogs in Hillsboro. Open to vaccinated puppies 10 weeks-6 mos. Info www.schroedersden.com or 614-9899. RSVP required. SPOT MAGAZINE • OCTOBER 2006

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