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5 Learning on the Spot

Discover a new trick, the extras you’ll derive from it, and tips and tools to teach. This month: Teach Touch

Animal Advice...aggression

Certified pet trainer and owner of Dog & Cat, LLC Training & Behavior Modification, Jennifer DuMond Biglan offers good advice on common behavioral challenges.

12 How pets say I love you

- Love to run? Join fellow two- and four-legged friends in a fun monthly outing - CAT offers low-cost spay and neutering for Spay Day USA - The Wurst Gallery goes to the dogs - Crazy tales in the news: huge feline makes a big scene and Bus-riding Buster gets his ticket home - Bark! the musical mines doggy daycare for fun, hilarity and poignancy - Valentine’s Day brings on the matchmakers special events - The scoop on poop — staying on top of it

9 Convenient, affordable vet care in the neighborhood Good Neighbor Vet, the brainchild of a trio of friendly professionals, is making quality, affordable basic veterinarian care available in convenient weekend clinics at popular weekend destinations (Coastal Farm and Ranch, Haggens Food and Pharmacy, BiMart) in Oregon, Washington and Idaho.

Readers share the special ways their babies express their love. One pretty little cocker in Eugene actually just says it!

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Love with abandon I

’m a firm believer that everyone should be spoiled — friends, family and pets alike. Recently when our 15-year-old daughter Alex handed over her Christmas list, before I could utter a word, she launched into: “This would be good, and that’s not a must, but if this were possible, that might just squeeze in on the cheap. . . .” I interrupted her with the universal “stop” sign and said, “You’re pitching the wrong person. If it were up to me, everyone would get everything on their wish list.” She blinked and gave me a sweet, crooked little smile. I went on, “That doesn’t mean you’ll get everything on your list; just that I think you should. I don’t know what all you’ll get, but you can be sure we’d love for you to always get everything you want.” Life is fleeting, and there’s not a moment to lose in showing those we love how precious

they are — by planting kisses all over their face, snuggling them into a warm sweater when it’s cold, feeding them good food when they’re hungry, and just making sure they know they’re special and that the world’s a better place because they’re in it. Loosely, I like to say that everyone should be spoiled. That doesn’t mean spoiled rotten, where bad attitudes or ill manners are deemed okay. In fact, I’m as big a fan of spoiling as I am of decent manners. Our cover story this month explores how we care for our pets today. The landscape has evolved dramatically in recent years, with things not long ago considered farfetched actually becoming routine — things like grooming, massage, pet apparel, play dates. When I arrive home and am greeted by our four joy-filled babies (“Yay! You’re home!”) I too am filled with joy. Our two mini doxies, elkhound and old cat “Wolf” spoil me — with exuberant greetings, nighttime snuggles, good-morning nuzzles, endless affection and more. What a blessing. And I’ll happily continue to “spoil” them with every comfort and provi-

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sion for their good health and wellbeing. Not because I have to. . . because I get to. Love is one of those funny things that, when given with abandon, gives back beyond our wildest dreams. Spoil your babies. And bask in being so shamelessly spoiled by them!

. . . Newsbreak. . . Spot is embarking on a new season, and starting now you’ll see changes in its content, focus, design and availability. If you’ve got a favorite pet-friendly company where you think Spot should be, please let us know. Spot wants to be everywhere you are, whether that’s Washougal or the coast, Bend or Eugene. Requests for copies are frequent, and we love the variety of callers: from the

To the editor: I would like to suggest that you consider doing an article on the issue(s) facing being a low-income pet-lover. I appreciate that it may not be a hot topic as your newspaper is generously supported by advertising by so many luxury pet products. But I’d like to suggest that this is a topic with deeply emotional resonances for many animal lovers in this community. My own dear dog died of old age a few years ago. When I finally felt ready to begin the process of adopting a new companion, I was chagrined to find that the “re-homing” fee from many rescue groups was often several hundreds of dollars. This caused me to reflect that the pain of losing my last sweet dog was intensified by the guilt I felt over not being able to afford the specialists, therapeutic drugs and surgery suggested by the vet to prolong his life. By choosing not to have his teeth cleaned when I couldn’t afford the dentist myself, etc. I know I was a conscientious caretaker — he was clean, well-fed, well-exercised, and well

Benson and other hotels placing Spot in guest welcome packets to vets’ offices, law schools, retailers and more. Regarding focus: while dogs tend to take center stage around here (this is Dogtown USA, after all!), we’re committed to highlighting all creatures great and small. As with everything Spot, your input is welcome and appreciated. The lives of animals, like people, unfold in a series of new beginnings. Puppy- and kittenhood segue to teen and then adult seasons, each characterized by unique attitudes, activities and interests. Today Spot is growing beyond a quiet infancy to begin a new season — off and running! Yours in everything pet,

loved. When, as he got older, he became increasingly distressed to be parted from me, I took a job that allowed me to bring him to work. Yet despite my love for dogs I’ve decided to forego getting another because of concern over the financial responsibility. I’ll be filling the gap with the dogs of friends & neighbors and with volunteering. But I’d be interested in knowing how other animal lovers of moderate income balance doing their best for their pets with limited finances. Thanks! Lisa Portland Oregon From the editor: Good timing, Lisa, and thanks for writing. The feature story pg 9 on Good Neighbor Vet is just one example of organizations working to make pet care more affordable and accessible to pet owners. And readers: if you have ideas or suggestions for Lisa, or share concerns you’d like to air, please send them to Spot at PO Box 16667 Portland OR 97292, or publisher@spotmag azine.net. Thanks!

Companion and working animals are important, beloved members of the family. Spot Magazine is the onestop 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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Learning on the Spot

Paws to Teach Jennifer Biglan • Spot Magazine

Teach Touch Your rewards Why teach Touch • He’ll learn that come means to run to you and touch your hand (like tag, you’re it!).

Teach fun tricks like: weaving through your legs as you walk, to touch your hand rather than jump up on someone, to stand from a sit, to jump over or crawl under things, to close doors or cabinets, even to turn lights on and off!

Touch Touch — also called Targeting — is when a dog touches its nose or paw to a specific location, like your hand. And while you might feel a little silly teaching it at first, it’s a very handy (no pun intended) trick! • She’ll touch your hands softly instead of biting or licking them. • She’ll learn that hands are safe and result in rewards. Move your dog to a different location by having him/her follow your hand. When I go to my vets’ office, my Husky-mix Kyla easily follows my hand up the steps onto the exam table.

Tools • Your dog on leash • A clicker or marker word. (If you haven’t used either, visit clickertraining.com to learn how) • 20-30 small food rewards

Teaching Touch • Gather your tools (above) before you begin. • Start with your hand high above the dog. Move your open, empty hand down so your dog can easily touch it, palm facing your dog with fingers pointing down. Put your hand pretty close (2-4 inches from his nose) at first. If your dog knows how to shake and is getting confused, start with a closed fist instead of an open hand. • Click or use a marker word when you feel your dog’s nose touch your hand, then follow it with one of your food rewards. If you don’t normally use a marker word you can say “Good dog,” or preferably “Yes” when you feel his wet nose on your hand. If your dog doesn’t lean forward to sniff your hand, pull your hand up and away and then re-present it a little closer to his face. • Reward frequently and quickly to keep motivation high. • Do not be discouraged if your dog suddenly stops after 3-5 successful Touches. This is a normal learning event as your dog’s brain catches up to what his body is doing. Wait quietly if your dog seems to be “thinking.” • Once your dog is touching her nose to your hand with ease, add the cue “Touch!” or other cue. • Keep training sessions short: 3-5-minute sessions 3-5 times a day (or as often as you have time to train).

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Saturdays on the run with two- and four-legged friends

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The Red Lizard Running Club invites everyone to join in for a Saturday morning run with two- and four-legged friends Feb 3 at 9am. Volunteers from Multnomah County Animal Shelter transport six or more highly adoptable dogs that could use a little exercise the 2nd Saturday of every month, and runners take the dogs for a scenic 5-mile loop along Old River Rd. The dogs have fun and meet new friends — maybe even their future forever families. On the flipside, visitors get a chance to experience the running club. The event is ideal for those who love dogs or are just seeking a running companion. If you can’t make the run, stop by 10am-noon, meet some friendly folks and dogs, and enjoy treats from Noah’s Bagels and Starbucks. This outreach truly makes a difference for the dogs, say volunteers. Over a dozen have been adopted, and they’re convinced the events have been related to many more adoptions. Dogs waiting for months have found homes shortly after outings. For more details, visit redlizardrunning.com.

Big cat makes a big scene

Kitties “get fixed” for less this month CAT (The Cat Adoption Team) is participating in Spay Day USA, a national campaign of The Humane Society of the US, to promote spay/neuter as an effective and humane way to decrease the euthanasia rate of homeless animals in shelters. Here’s a look at the overpopulation crisis by the numbers: • 4-6 million dogs and cats are killed each year for lack of homes • Of 49,698 cats placed in Oregon shelters in 2005, 23,723 were euthanized — 10,000 in the Portland Metro area

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– crazy tales from January

CAT is celebrating Spay Day by offering spays and neuters for cats and kittens for $15/$25, made possible thanks to public donations. Procedures will be performed by CAT’s veterinary team at the shelter in Sherwood. Appointments are limited. Details 503.925.8903 or catadoptionteam.org.

See the best at the Wurst The Wurst Gallery is launching its biggest show to date Feb 3, 6-10pm, at the Cleaners at 403 SW 10th Ave in Portland. Over 100 artists from around the world will show their works depicting different dog breeds in unique ways ranging from a five-foot plush doll to a postcard-sized painting. A portion of the proceeds will benefit DoveLewis. Details thewurstgallery.com.

Bark! still making audiences howl The funny, irreverent musical based on the experiences of some great characters attending doggy daycare, continues Thursdays-Saturdays at 8, Sundays at 2, through Feb 22 at Artists Repertory Theatre in downtown Portland. Bark! is a big bowl-full of fun for dog and music lovers alike. For tickets or details, visit tripro.org. Proceeds benefit DoveLewis.

News shows were captivated by a very big cat last month, who got stuck in a garage doggie-door while scavenging for food in a Gresham-area garage. Hercules was reunited with his owner mid-month last month. Placed at Oregon Humane Society and nicknamed Goliath, as the story unfolded we learned that the big feline’s owner had thought him dead, as he’d been missing for six months after being left in the care of a housesitter while the owner underwent a lung transplant in Seattle. “I heard quite a ruckus when I went into my garage,” said Jadwiga Drozdek of Gresham, who found Hercules stuck in the dog-door. “It was hilarious to see this big cat struggling to get in. I helped him out of the door and gave him a plate of food on the patio.”

Buster gets his ticket home Hopping the bus turned out to take “Buster the bus-riding dog” to good places: he found a forever home through Multnomah County Animal Services (MCAS) last month. The young male Pitbull hopped a TriMet bus last month and, at the end of the line when the last passenger got off in NE Portland, Buster remained aboard. MCAS neutered and gave the dog a clean bill of health and he is now happy and well with his new family.

Looking for love? If you’re ready to give your heart to the cat of your dreams, CAT (the Cat Adoption Team) is ready to be your matchmaker. The shelter is hosting a “Be My Valentine” adoption drive Feb 9-19, when adoptions are discounted $10-$20 (felines 6 mos and older).

Whether you’re wild or wacky, shy or loud, active or easygoing, the experienced adoption counselors at CAT are ready to help you meet your match. 250 felines of all ages, breeds and personalities are available to meet, and a raffle will send the winner home with perfect cat essentials. Offer good at select outreach locations and the CAT shelter in Sherwood. For more details, call 503.925.8903 or visit catadoptionteam.org.

inclined), and Dine & Discover: A Valentine Evening with Vicki at 6:30pm. Croke, author/ journalist and the Boston Globe’s Animal Beat columnist, will discuss her book, The Modern Ark: The Story of Zoos - Past, Present and Future. The evening is a gourmet experience featuring presentations about fascinating animals. Admission $75 or $500/tables of 8. Seating is limited; RSVP to 503.220.2492. Ages 21 and over only.

Anyone can be a hero

Go ape on Valentines Day The zoo will present two special events on sweetheart’s day: valentine treats with the otters at 10am (a great photo opp for those

DoveLewis is always seeking new blood donors who are easygoing, 55 lbs or more, at least a year old, and current on vaccines. DoveLewis Superhero, Luke, is a black lab who’s been donating blood at DoveLewis every three months for eight years. Last month, he retired after giving his last unit of blood. Almost 10 now, Luke is part of a large family of donors. His younger siblings, Drake and Katie, have been donating regularly for years, and his 7½-month-old sister, Callie, is learning the ropes and will be eligible to enter the program after her first birthday. Superhero calendars, featuring other DoveLewis Superheroes — beloved regular donors — are currently on closeout, available at half price. For more details about the DoveLewis blood donor program or Superhero calendars, visit dovelewis.org.

Stumptown DAWG Launches “Scoop the Poop” Initiative

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A cleaner neighborhood. We all want it; responsible dog ownership, we can achieve it, say the folks at Stumptown DAWG. No one likes dog waste, but being a responsible dog owner means more than just making sure your dog is well fed and cared for. It means picking up dog waste in both public and private spaces. Pet waste that isn’t scooped contaminates our soil and our waterways. Un-scooped waste washes off streets and lawns and runs into storm drains and the river. It’s not only offensive, but poses a serious health risk, as it contains bacteria, parasites and viruses that can cause a wide variety of illnesses. And, as pet waste decomposes in the waterways, it can kill fish and plant life. Dog waste has become a growing problem in Portland, recognized as one of the most dogfriendly cities in the nation. With an estimated dog population of almost 370,000, the metro area produces 1.9 million pounds of waste weekly, or 100.5 million pounds every year. Volume alone isn’t the problem; it’s that many dog owners don’t pick up after their dogs. Studies show that up to 47 percent of all owners rarely or never scoop their dog’s poop. According to the EPA, dogs “. . .are significant contributors to source water contamination.” Studies also show that dogs may contribute as much as 20 percent of all fecal coliform bacteria in urban stormwater.

Alan Pietrovito of DoodyCalls Pet Waste Removal, says, “Many owners have the misconception that dog waste is benign and have no idea how toxic and damaging it is to the environment and their family’s health. I’ve seen a direct correlation between this misconception and the indifferent attitude toward pet waste pick up.” QUICK FACTS * Pet waste isn’t just a nuisance; it’s a health hazard, to people, pets and waterways. * Pet waste doesn’t decompose harmlessly into the soil; it contaminates the soil with bacteria, viruses and parasitic worm larva. This soil can remain infectious for up to 10 years and there is no practical method for removal once contaminated. * Pet waste is not manure and composting doesn’t kill the illness-causing bacteria, viruses or parasitic worms. Portland organization Stumptown DAWG (Dog and Watershed Group) is working to improve the situation through an educational/ promotional campaign called “Scoop the Poop.” The initiative encourages responsible pet ownership, identifies the dangers of pet waste, and reminds dog owners to clean up after their pets at home and away. Stumptown DAWG is a social and philanthropic fellowship of Pet Service Professionals in the Portland Metro area committed to responsible pet ownership and environmental protection. The group believes that dog owners, if informed about the environmental consequences and given the opportunity, will pick up after their dogs. To learn more about the organization or to get involved, contact Pietrovito at 503.701.7272 or portland@doodycalls.com.

Whimsical animal outing Hedgehog Day at the zoo will be celebrated Feb 2 at 10am. Pennsylvania’s “Punxsutawney Phil” and Canada’s “Wiarton Willie” may be more famous, but at the zoo it’s the hedgehog that predicts a prolonged winter or an early spring. The hedgehog was used in this centuries-old European tradition until immigrants to North America discovered not a hedgehog was to be found in their new homeland. The groundhog, believed by Native Americans to be “a wise and sensible animal,” became the stand-in. SPOT MAGAZINE • FEBRUARY 2007

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eet Ginger, who is eight, going on two! She’s very jealous of any other dog getting attention. This is especially evident as we’ve almost always had two dogs and she will literally get between you and any other dog. She understands a lot of four-letter words; we often spell them out in her presence (e.g. R-i-d-e, S-w-i-m, F-o-o-d, W-al-k, B-a-l-l). Ginger likes swimming, no matter the temperature of the water. She went swimming last month during the snowy weather. She also loves to “go for a ride,” and is always up for a game of fetch, in the water or on land. Since a puppy, she likes to follow kids onto playground equipment and go down the slide. Ginger dislikes cats, thunder, baths (incongruous with loving to swim, but that’s dogs for you!). Last summer, we took a family day trip to Newport with the dogs (dogs are family too!). We stopped to let the dogs swim and romp on the beach just outside the city. As soon as we stopped the car and opened the door, Ginger jumped out and ran toward the sight, smell, and sound of the surf. As she bounded from the parking lot toward the beach, she instantly disappeared from view. What none of us, including Ginger, knew: there was a 15-foot drop from the parking area to the beach. Fortunately, erosion had formed a loose pile of sandy soil at the bottom and she was unhurt. Without missing a beat, she kept running toward the surf without any idea how close she had come to getting hurt. Ginger also loves to go sliding on the snow with kids. She will go to the top of the hill, lay on her back head-down, and wiggle her way downhill. Ginger’s family includes Dad Rick, Mom Karen, kids Samantha (16), Kevin (10) and English Setter Kelly (1). — Rick, Sherwood

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’ m sure everyone feels that their dog is the most gorgeous, but I really think I have the cutest! “Cassius” (pronounced Cash-es) is our 3-year baby boy. He’s a lab, of course, and he’s all white! He’s our joy and he thinks he’s a prince, which explains why he’s sleeping on our bed! I take more pictures of him than my own family. — Terri, SE Portland

irby is a shy 23 lb. male domestic shorthair cat. He joined our family 14 yrs ago as the third in the bunch, which included Sasha (our cat), and his very best buddy, Reggie, a cocker spaniel. They’ve passed on, and now that he’s an only child, his personality has blossomed around us. He loves being a lap cat now, even if he doesn’t fit on our lap!! He’s house-bound since he injured the ligament in his knee jumping from a fence and misses seeing his girlfriends next door. He has a severe addiction to his cat treats and loves blankets. — Steve & Sharie, Tigard

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Vet care made convenient, affordable Kristan Dael • Spot Magazine

A familiar snapshot of life with pet You get a new pet. You visit the nearest vet to have the animal examined, vaccinated and hopefully, spayed or neutered. All is well. A year later, it’s checkup time. Your pet is happy and healthy, but you do the right thing and call for an appointment. You discover, however, that the vet’s office is closed on your day off, and the limited Saturday hours are booked solid. Fully

plans — including Coastal Farm and Ranch, Haggens Food and Pharmacy, Portland Pet Supply, Western Pet Supply, Hillsboro Feed, Sellwood Dog Supply, Urban Fauna and Thriftway stores — in Oregon, Washington and Idaho. GNV offers complete exams, vaccinations (including rabies), microchipping, fecal and heartworm testing, deworming, feline FeLV and FIV testing, nail clipping and health certifications, as well as nicely-priced products like Frontline, Advantage, Heartgard, Interceptor and Sentinel, all available online.

Patients needing services currently not provided — such as dental, spay/neuter and surgeries — are referred to local vets that partner with GNV. “We’re not looking to hurt or take away business from local vets,” says GNV Vet Jennifer Wilk. “We’re really looking to enhance pets’ and peoples’ health by providing basic care.” Which brings him to an important part of GNV’s mission: educating pet owners about parasites and zoonotic diseases — those passable from pets to people — most of which are easily preventable, yet left unchecked, can pose serious health risks.

“Obtaining affordable preventative pet care can free up money for quality pet food, which plays an important role in an animal’s lifelong health.” — Keith Grossman intending to have your pet seen soon, the matter tops your to-do list for awhile, but eventually gets buried under life’s more pressing, inescapable tasks. Time passes. . . . Days, weeks, months. Life is busy. And while a pet’s well-being is hugely important to most owners, many don’t realize how critical preventative care can be. That fact, coupled with the time and expense of veterinary care, goes a long way in explaining the large number of pets not being seen by vets each year — over 10 million dogs and 22 million cats in 2003 — leaving millions of companion animals unprotected against core diseases. Enter Good Neighbor Vet (GNV), a trio of friendly professionals including managers and co-founders Keith Grossman and Mike Plinski, veterinarian Jennifer Wilk, DVM, and some 15 rotating veterinarians and technicians. Committed to making vet care accessible to the average owner, GNV offers weekend clinics where services run “about half the cost of the average vet,” according to Grossman. No appointments are necessary, and the clinics are hosted at neighborhood locations that are often already part of people’s weekend

On a recent 26° evening, GNV treated 30 pets in two hours at a Thriftway store. “Obviously there’s a need when people come out as late as 7 o’clock at night when it’s 26° outside, wait in line in the dark, and don’t complain.” — Mike Plinski Typically, the mobile company offers oneto two-hour on-site clinics three to four times on weekend days and occasional weekdays. Area residents are alerted to upcoming clinics through local ads, fliers and in-store promotions.

“On the zoonotic side,” says Grossman, “there are pretty impressive numbers pediatricians aren’t required to report. Things like children infected with hookworms or roundworms, which can cause vision loss.” Of the 10,000 cases of hook- and roundworms reported annually, 750 children go blind, says Grossman, adding that these are reported cases and, since reporting isn’t required, it’s likely the real numbers are higher. Another hallmark of GNV’s approach is using “people-speak, not vet-speak,” says Plinski. “People come in not knowing what they need. During their first visit to the vet they may have gotten everything under the sun — or nothing.” Rather than offering vaccines for things like parvo, distemper and bordetella, GNV presents a menu of options tailored to a pet’s lifestyle. For example, there’s a package for the hunting dog or avid hiker, the cat that sits in the window all day, and the socialite that frequents dog parks, groomers or doggy day care. Successful with GNV staff and customers alike, the menu idea came about, says Grossman, thanks to Plinski’s experience in

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Once extraordinary,

pet pampering becomes. . . routine Alexa Meisler • Spot Magazine

arcia of NE Portland has four kids she dresses in angora sweaters and minktrimmed coats. Routinely, her little ones dine on homemade organic hamburger and gourmet veggies. As all kids should, each has his or her own car seat. And, while each has its own bed, just steps away is mom’s, in which they’re always welcome. Birthdays are a big deal, of course, celebrated with a yummy steak and potato dinner, topped off with a little cake and ice cream. Extravagant? Not to this mom. By now you’ve guessed that Marcia’s babies are canine: Chihuahuas Rosie, Renny and Raphael, and Terrier mix Romeo. Marcia calls them “little people on four legs” and her “kids.” “There’s nothing extravagant about the way I treat my dogs,” says Marcia. “It’s the way they should be treated and loved. They are not ‘spoiled’ either: only loved very much. And they deserve this.” Marcia is far from alone in her views on pet love and care. Companion animals have moved up in the world, with lifestyles that show just how much: MUCH. These days, many folks treat their pets much as parents treat their children. Joan Wilson of NE Portland is pet mom to Lola Bridgida, a Chihuahua who recently delivered a litter; Frank Sinatra, a Turkish Angora cat; and an extraordinary 11-year-old Himalayan cat named Toby. Wilson says, “Toby thinks he’s a person, and after all, why shouldn’t he. He’s part of our family.” Toby joins the family for meals, (pictured bottom left) feasting from his own crystal dish embossed with Spoiled. Considering the dish was purchased for $125, many would agree: that cat’s spoiled! “I set the table with my best china and silver,” says Wilson. “Toby sits in his chair and never jumps on the table. He eats like a gentleman, using his paw like a spoon. He uses his dish, takes his time, and finishes with us. When he’s done, he wipes his mouth on a napkin. If he could pick it up and wipe he would — he has great table manners!” A private nurse, Wilson says Toby is her constant companion; in fact, she’ll only take on new patients who’ll welcome Toby too. She says, “He has really become a therapy cat who helps with my patients. He never jumps on furniture and is very respectful. He’s a little human” Whether you consider pampering pets extravagant, outrageous, or just what pets deserve, owners everywhere are enthusiastically subscribing to high-end products and services such as massage, physical therapy, fragrance, designer togs, portraits, furniture, and more — in life. . . and death.

Gotta have bling For pet parents who gravitate to glam, there’s much bling to be had, from rhinestone “name” collars to tiaras and crowns, designer jackets and even shoes. Margie Vincent-Roberts, owner of PetUtopia in SW Portland, says her hottest sellers right now are football jerseys, collars and leashes. She carries collegiate and NFL, and says the OSU Beavers are currently Most Wanted. Vincent-Roberts says rain gear and high-end coats with matching scarves are also hot this winter. Designer coats run as high as $80, and Marcia says she spends over $40 on dog sweaters herself. Furniture’s also big, available in everything from bureaus and armoires to handmade sleigh beds, toy chests and play tents. And what self-respecting animal doesn’t have a favorite perfume or nail color? Companies like Lulu of Hollywood offer both online.

Party Time Bonnie Duncan, a consultant for Shure Pets hosts at-home pet product parties. “It’s just like Tupperware or Mary Kay,” says Duncan. “We have a full catalog of products ranging from shampoo and conditioners to breed-specific products, toys and furniture.” Duncan says her 13-year-old Jack Russell Terrier, Kodak, “known better as ‘the destroyer,’” is her product tester. “I let him play with a Shure Pet toy, and if it makes it through the day, I consider it indestructible.” 10

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Duncan, who has had more animals than some of her guests, says, “Parties with pets are always more fun. I love it because they’re all over the place, just like toddlers.” During parties, the host pet may get a makeover, complete with waterless foaming face cleanser, comb-out and scented spritzer. Talk about pampered!

Food for Thought Many people are foregoing generic pet foods in favor of one of the many natural and organic products available; still others are preparing pet food themselves. Pet nutrition is the subject of hot debate, with differing ideas about what’s most healthy. And whether you choose dry, frozen-fresh or freeze-dried, if you’re making your pet’s diet a priority, you’re in good company. Shelley Gunton, co-owner of Portland-based Castor & Pollux Pet Works, makers and sellers of organic and natural pet food and treats, says, “We follow USDA organic food labeling rules, even though pet food companies are not required to. We choose to use the same standards as if buying food for ourselves.” Feeling in the dark about kibble? Just ask the friendly merchants carrying top names like Natura, Innova and Solid Gold. These folks know their food, and they love to share the often meaningful stories that led to their choices.

Healing Hands Massage, physical therapy and Reiki energy healing may not seem extravagant, especially when one’s pet is suffering the ill effects of age or illness. But such services have been available for pets only in the last decade; in the not too distant past, pets were routinely put down before such services would or could have been considered. What pet doesn’t love a good rubdown? One of the latest trends — animal massage — takes this pet pleasure to new levels. As with humans, massage is a great component in treating injury- or age-related discomfort or pain. Sessions range $25-$40. Shawn Kay, certified massage therapist and owner of Mind Body Dog, offers in-home animal massage in and around Portland. Kay offers Swedish sports massage to her animal clients, along with acupressure and body work. Kay says, “I believe in a holistic approach to healthcare, and love keeping healthy animals healthy.” Certified animal massage therapist and owner of Pets In Knead, Lisa Dumont mostly works in her clients’ homes. “I primarily do house calls because dogs are more relaxed in their own environment,” she says. Dumont treats dogs and cats with spinal injuries, joint problems, arthritis and post surgery. To anyone interested in animal massage, Dumont advises, “It can take a dog time to understanding the massage process,” saying he/she may not respond the first time. “A lot is happening with their body and they are being touched in new ways. Don’t expect them to lay down the whole time and receive a perfect massage, but it will come in time.”

Massage Benefits for Dogs & Cats • Circulation • Muscle health and range-of-motion • Induces calm • Invigorates • Promotes mental & emotional well-being & focus • Enhances body balance • Strengthens the human/animal connection Kerry Duncan, certified animal massage therapist and Reiki master/energy practitioner and owner of A Holistic Choice for Pets, specializes in geriatric and hospice care, offering holistic modalities such as body and energy work and nutrition and herb consultations.

hospice care. Much of the therapy is handson, including massage and joint mobilization. “Pain management is a big component of what we do,” says Shaw, “Especially chronic pain management. Some owners with pets in

chronic pain are just looking for their animals to be comfortable.” Advances in treatment and meds mean people and animals are living longer. Shaw sees the correlation, and says, “As the baby boomer population ages and is living longer they want their pets to live longer, too. Pet owners don’t want to write them off just due to arthritis these days.” Cats represent a small but growing percentage of her patients.

Holistic care Karen Kleinwort of Wilsonville is a Reiki healer for people and animals. She has treated her own pets, Tito, a Lab-mix that recently died from bone cancer, and now a puppy enduring adjustment and growth spurts. “Tito, who was fighting a physically painful cancer, was less lethargic after a Reiki session,” says Kleinwort. “And right up to his last continued next pg

Physical Therapy Bianca Shaw, DVM and owner of Back on Track of Portland, one of the first companies offering animal physical therapy in the US, studied animal rehab after her six-month-old puppy, Boz, was hit by a car. “A surgeon said he could fix Boz,” she says, “but I knew there were more injuries than broken bones. I knew he was in a lot of pain.” Shaw spent the next year learning everything she could. “There was no organized training at that time,” she says. “I took seminars and classes to learn about this type of healing and therapy. Fate made Back on Track happen; it was born out of necessity, and I felt I was meant to share what I’d learned.” Boz is now seven, and a constant reminder of the power of therapy. Back on Track is five now, treating animals with injuries, neurological conditions, arthritic and degenerative issues, and offering post-op surgery and

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day he was running and jumping, even with the pain he felt with each step.” Reiki is a Japanese treatment for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. It is based on the idea that a “life force energy” flows through everyone and that, if running low, increases risks of illness and stress. Conversely, high life force energy levels promote greater health and happiness. Pet treatments last 15 minutes to an hour. “Owners may or may not notice anything after a Reiki session,” says Kleinwort, “but I’ve seen increased alertness and energy.” Vicki Neland, energy healer and owner of EnerWorkings in Portland, describes Reiki as an intuitive healing process. She says she can sense the location of pain or discomfort, and can often identify the source of a problem or areas in need of healing. A certified Reiki master with a soft spot for strays and adopting from shelters, Neland has adopted animals with immune deficiencies and disease. Not satisfied with their response to vet care, she began treating her pets herself. Soon she was treating friends’ pets and, eventually, doing full-time healing work, incorporating diet, Reiki and Chinese medicine. Neland’s clients include dogs, cats, horses, fish, birds, squirrels. . . and people. “During an appointment it is not uncommon to work on the pet and the owner,” says Neland. “I sometimes find pets act out owners’ issues.” “I haven’t dismissed Western medicine,” says Neland, “but for things like cancer, I think there’s a place for Western vets and Eastern philosophies; using both increases the chances of recovery.” Lorelynn Mirage-Cardo, Ph.D., is a Reiki master teacher and director of the Arise counseling, healing and enrichment center.

After working over 25 years in healing and counseling, it was an attack by three dogs on her Lhasa-Apso mix, Joey (adopted from Animal Aid) that led her to treat animals. The vets were surprised at Joey’s results from Cardo’s healing work, she says. “Animals respond very well to energy healing; they also take in energies faster than people.”

for Christmas. Wirth says, “I chose a special pose — the same one Super does when he nuzzles Gary’s hand. Gary was blown away when he saw Bruce’s portrait. He actually wept.”

Framed Portraits proclaim a family’s love for their pet, and today pet portraits are frequently hung right alongside their human family members. Bruce Brickman of Portland specializes in animal portraits. In addition to a family-owned pet shop, he grew up with family pets including horses, a raccoon, snakes, goats, chickens and more. Brickman combines his love of animals and his gift of painting to create beloved masterpieces that start at $675. Many clients seek his work as a gift for a family member, says Brickman, adding that it’s often an aging pet they want to capture to cherish forever. “Others just do it simply because they love their pets so very much.” Brickman paints from photographs supplied by the client or that he shot. He recently painted a Golden Retriever named Morgan, a service dog for a woman in Santa Fe who is wheelchair-bound. Brickman says, “I never met her in person, or her dog, but the dog was getting older and she wanted a portrait. I guided her in taking photos and titled the finished piece ‘A life of Service.’ It was a very heartfelt project for me.” Beth Fraser-Wirth and her husband Gary always talked about acquiring art for their home. After meeting Brickman, she decided to surprise Gary with a life-size head and neck portrait of his Tennessee Walker horse, Super

“I was so impressed with Bruce, with his intuition and intuitive spirit in picking the right photo,” Wirth says, “that I decided to have him paint my horse Bronson, a Thoroughbred Quarter horse cross. It was a completely different type of portrait, because the horses’ personalities are so different; he totally got the spirit and aloofness of Bronson.”

When It’s Time to Say Goodbye Losing a pet is devastating. It takes many of us long periods of time to recover from the loss. Dignified Pet Services of Portland understands this, and strives to provide the comfort and great care along with their services in burial, memorial and tributes. Believing people who lose a companion deserve the same care

How do your pets tell you they love you? “He wraps his front legs around your waist and hugs.” — Leo, huge orange tabby

“She says, ‘I love you.’ I’ll say it first and then she’ll kind of look at me. I ask her, ‘What do you say?’ ‘Tell mommy I love you!’ Eventually she she’ll look at me real close, start wiggling and jumping up, then she’ll spin around and eventually she says it. Then she immediately runs into the kitchen for her treat.” - Jazmine, Cocker Spaniel

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“She trills a funny little love song for her Nana, both when she’s visiting, or just on the other end of the phone.” — Paxton, female elkhound

“When it’s getting close to bedtime at 9, she starts hovering and kind of herding the kids. We just moved into a new house and she’s been taking turns sleeping in each of their beds, making sure they feel safe and at home.” — Roxy, Boxer-Rhodesian Ridgeback mix.

and compassion as those enduring a human loss, Dignified provides services including: * Memorial services * Home or cemetery burials with casket and grave marker * Charitable contributions * Engraved urns with the pet’s photo * Help with a journal or photo album, or writing a goodbye letter *Creating memorial gardens Today’s pets and pet owners live in a world full of choices — for food, apparel, healing, creature comforts, gifts, hygiene products and more. Some are silly, extravagant or fun. Others are heartwarming. At the end of the day, many are becoming staples for pets and their loving owners.

Resources Back on Track (backontrackvetrehab.com) PetUtopia (www.petutopia.com) Lulu of Hollywood (www.lulujane.com) Shure Pets (www.Shurepets.com) Pets In Knead (lisadumont1960@hotmail.com) A Holistic Choice for Pets (www.holistic4pet.com) Bruce Brickman Pet Portraits brucebrickman@comcast.net Massage A Holistic Choice for Pets, SW Portland, www.holistic4pet.com, 503-649-7888 Beach Tails, North Coast & Portland, web.mac.com/beachtails, 503-267-7448 Four Paws Massage, Vancouver, 360-993-1320 The Integrated Animal, Portland, www.integratedanimal.com, 503-704-7499 K9 Kind Animal Massage, 503-775-6871 Mind Body Dog, CSAMP, Portland, 503-327-8594 Pets in Knead, CSAMP Beaverton 503-590-9760 Ruff Cuts Grooming, Training & Handling, Vancouver, www.ruffcutsgrooming.com, 360-449-3033 Tender Paws Pet Massage, Portland 503-771-6326 Reiki Karen Kleinwort ww.artachekleinwort.com EnerWorkings (www.enerworkings.com) Arise, (www.Arisecounseling.com)

Doggie Parenting 101: tips & tricks on loving and living with dogs

Dog’s do great with change Victoria Rose • Spot Magazine

o you like your dog’s name? Think you picked (or he or she arrived with) a good one, or do you cringe whenever you call him? If the latter, please know it’s quite all right to change his name. If he’s a rescue, and this was the name an abuser screamed at him, please DO change it. When I got Jetta two years ago, her name was Brook. I had long planned to name my next Doberman Jetta. I spoke with her breeder/owner many times before she was shipped to me, and while referring to her as Brook in my mind, I kept thinking “Jetta,” and somehow it came out Bretta. So I decided to call her Bretta, which lasted a week or two. I realized I really didn’t like that name either, and I still loved the name Jetta, so I changed it again. It didn’t phase her one bit. Dogs don’t care what we call them, as long as we don’t call them late for dinner. (I know. . . that’s an old one — couldn’t resist. Seriously, though, if they associate a name with food, petting and play, it doesn’t bother them at all to have it changed. They’ll get used to it in short order and everyone will be satisfied.

Dietary change-up When switching a dog’s food from one brand to another, or one type (chicken/ lamb/beef) to another, always go slowly — over the course of at least a week or two. Start by giving the dog 75 percent of the old food, 25 percent of the new. Work up to 50/50, then 25/75. Changing a dog’s diet too quickly can cause diarrhea. It’s impossible to switch too slowly, so plan ahead and take your time.

Treating diarrhea naturally Canned pumpkin! Not pumpkin pie filling with all the spices, but 100 percent canned pumpkin. The serving amount depends on the size of the dog. Jetta is 70 pounds. If she occasionally has diarrhea, I give her about half a cup. Then, a couple hours later, I might give her some more. I use my intuition and see how it’s going.

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Dogs don’t care what we call them, as long as we don’t call them late for dinner.

Important note: This is not to say that if your dog is ill, you don’t need a vet and that all you have to do is rush to the store for a can of pumpkin. If it’s serious, if it goes on for more than a day, if it’s bloody, or if it’s accompanied by other symptoms, call your veterinarian post haste. All dogs get diarrhea on occasion, and it’s usually due to something they ate that didn’t agree with them. That’s no big deal, and pumpkin can help get them regular pretty quickly. Keep it in the cupboard, and note that unused portions freeze well.

Treating constipation Same as above. I swear! It works for both! ‘Til next time… Kiss Doggies!

Victoria Victoria Rose/Nanny 911 For Dogs offers inhome dog training and behavior modification. For more tips and advice, join her free 1,800member “Doggie Parenting 101” Email List. Contact her at 503.370-7000, 800.999.8539, or Nanny@nanny911fordogs.com. Doggie Parenting 101 classes are offered monthly in the Salem area.

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Dear Jen: Daisy, my 2½-year-old American Bulldog, has recently started becoming aggressive toward other dogs. She’s a really great dog, and we’ve taken her to daycare and dog parks for as long as I can remember. She’s always played really well with others, and she loves our other dog, Bo. It’s really hard to predict and she only seems to dislike some dogs. I’m confused. Why would she be okay with some dogs and not others? Daisy’s Mom Springfield Oregon

Dear Daisy’s: You’re not alone. Every day hundreds of dog owners find themselves with the same problem, wondering what went wrong, feeling like they did everything right. Why is their dog being aggressive all of a sudden? Unfortunately, the answer isn’t always simple. There are a lot of reasons a dog might start showing aggression toward other dogs. In your case, since the aggression has come on somewhat suddenly, first visit your veterinarian to rule out any medical problems or injuries. It’s possible she injured herself while playing and is associating the pain with other dogs. Be sure to get a complete physical exam as well as blood work, including a thyroid panel. If everything checks out, the next step would be to see a behaviorist who can help identify the source of the problem and develop a plan to help get Daisy back on track. Beyond injury or medical issues, the reasons a dog might become aggressive can include genetics, early socialization and learning experiences, which all shape a dog’s behavior and play a huge role in the development of a dogs’ personality.

Genetics If a dog’s parents (or even grandparents) were prone to aggressive (or fearful, etc.) behavior, your dog would be predisposed to it also. That’s why it’s wise to meet a dog’s parents whenever possible when buying from a breeder. If the parents are unapproachable or are locked outside barking and lunging at

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the door, thank the breeder, get in your car and drive away. That’s not to say a dog whose parents were aggressive will be an aggressive adult. What I would highly recommend if you adopted or bought such a dog whose parents would be: Find a good positive reinforcement trainer and start training as early as possible (8 weeks is ideal), learn about canine body language and aggression, and early signs of aggression fear so you can prevent escalation.

Early Socialization The developmental stage from 5 to 12-16 weeks is critical to a pup’s growth into a confident, well-rounded adult dog, and key to preventing behavioral problems later. I like to say, “A little socialization every day will keep the bad dogs away.” (A good, positive, rewards-based puppy class is great for pups under 16 weeks). During this time, it’s crucial that puppies meet a variety of people of different ages, sizes, and genders, experience new environments, surfaces, and animals in a positive way. And I can’t stress the word positive enough (see canine body language below). The majority of dogs I work with that have dog-dog aggression problems had limited positive interactions with other dogs or aversive experiences during this development stage.

being too near an exploding firecracker, can cause a dog to fear any loud popping noise.

Canine Body Language What’s your dog telling you? Learning to “communicate” with your dog and understand what he is telling you and dogs around him can help prevent aggression or fights, and help your dog learn to trust and defer to you in times of uncertainty. Most owners don’t learn about canine body language and dog-dog play until it’s already too late and their dog has had a traumatic experience at the park, been attacked, or has become aggressive toward other dogs. The following are things to watch for. Keep in mind that every dog is different and body language varies — a cropped tail looks different than a long tail.

Aversive Learning Experiences These can cause a dog to be aggressive or fearful toward specific dogs, people (men with beards), or situations, or can be widely generalized (all men). A single negative event, like

Wanna Play? Typical signs of a relaxed, confident dog: • The play bow — just like it sounds, it looks like a bow, and is an invitation to play. • Smiling — the mouth is open and relaxed. • Ears and eyes are relaxed and “soft” or neutral • The wave — pawing the air or at another dog. • A soft, wiggly, relaxed body • A neutral or circle wag — neutral varies by breed.

this method at night when I was kid afraid of monsters in my room. If you hide under the covers they can’t get you, right? • Tail tucked or curled underneath the dog’s body. • Stiff, tense body. If a dog doesn’t want to play with or be chased by another, they’ll often stand in a frozen position until the other dog moves away. • Closed mouth. • Hiding behind you, leaning away, or trying to move away. • Raised hackles or standing hair on shoulders, butt or back. (My Doberman-mix Stitch is often uncertain meeting new dogs so the hair on his back usually stands up. I call it his “racing stripe,” sometimes it means he needs to take a break from a playmate or find a new one.) • A high (synchronized) wagging tail. A wagging tail doesn’t always mean a happy dog...it can signal high arousal or aggression. • Excessive panting

Signs of Stress, Uncertainty, or Fear

The more you know about canine body language the better equipped you’ll be to help prevent your dog from becoming aggressive, fearful, injured or traumatized. Plus, you’ll more often understand what he/she’s trying to tell you, which he/she will love! So don’t throw them to the wolves, so to speak: take dog socialization and training seriously; a little bit of precaution, education and observation go a long way in helping raise a happy, behaviorally healthy dog.

• If your dogs “looks” like he’s afraid, don’t make him sit while a stranger pets him; instead, offer the stranger a treat to feed him/her. Protect your dog from unfamiliar people and don’t feel like you have to let everyone pet him. Would you allow every stranger to hold or pet your kids? • Looking away or averting the eyes. (If I don’t see you, you’re not there. . . I used

Jennifer DuMond Biglan is a certified pet dog trainer and owner of Dog & Cat, LLC Training & Behavior Modification services in Eugene, OR. She is the proud owner of two dogs and three cats and provides private training, behavior consultations and group classes. If you have questions, contact Jennifer at 541.686.6768 or jen@biglan.org. Or visit her Web site at www.dogandcat.org. To find a trainer in your area visit: www.apdt.com

My River Girl died tonight in my arms Jenn Walker

“Some have left and others are about to leave, so why should we be so sorry that we must go? And yet our hearts are sad that on this mighty road the friends we meet can set no place to meet again” -from Sanskrit translated by Daniel Ingalls

he deserved so many more years. She should have died a doddering old gray muzzled, half blind girl, still happily sniffing and wagging her way through her world. I miss her so much. River was more than a companion to me; she was my partner in work. We reached so many children and adults. Together we could teach kindness, respect, and care. I am disabled without her, maimed as a Humane Educator. I cannot do alone what we did together. Everyone at the shelter where I work has knowing eyes, or strong hugs, or just the closed-eyed nod that says, “I know, I feel”. No one will ever take her place. Understanding that she, like any other beloved individual can never be replaced, is the first step to healing our pack/ family. I can’t recall now who gave these words to me, “No other will ever fill that place that was hers in your heart but another will come and your heart will make room for the love of that dog to0; your heart will grow larger.” This evening my husband Shelby got up abruptly from the sofa, putting aside a book. He moved my work bag off of River’s favorite chair. “She would want to be curled up there,” was what he offered as he sat back down beside me. Her contented swishing wag is just beyond my peripheral vision; my fingers reach for her soft fur and are warmed. Memory or Spirit or some of both – even now, I am comforted by my River Girl.

There are a number of Pet Loss Support Groups that meet and help each other to heal around the Portland Metro Area : DoveLewis in Portland offers both group and telephone (503-234-2061 or petloss@dovelewis.org) support see dovelewis.org/programs/Pet_ Loss.aspx. Humane Society for Southwest Washington in Vancouver has a monthly meeting – call 360693-4746 for further information, and Willamette Humane Society (503-585-5900) in Salem offers a workshop as well. I’ll be joining in one of these groups very soon myself. Till then, here are two books: Saying Goodbye to Lulu by Corinne Demas is written for children dealing with the loss of a beloved family pet. In this story a young girl copes with the loss of her dearest friend Lulu, a small black and white mixed breed dog, by remembering their friendship — beginning with when they both were very young and moving through the years they spend together. It is deeply moving with its careful engaging words and images. Good-bye, Friend by Gary Kowalski has helped me through the first few weeks of my personal mourning. The book’s chapters move smoothly from simply validating the grief of pet loss, into guiding the process of recovery and loss, with personal insights and far-ranging quotes from others along the way. The Sanskrit quote above is from these pages. The conclusion of the book offers “One Family’s Ritual of Leavetaking” to help with closure.

ASPCA: for kids coping with loss www.aspca.org/site/PageServer?pagename =kids_ri_losingpet Delta Society: www.deltasociety.org Editor’s Note: You may remember meeting River in the Feb 2006 issue of Spot. She was a special dog who touched many hearts and lives, including that of a little girl who cried to see River when nothing else gave her comfort during a stormy time in her very young life. Read River’s story at spotmagazine.net. Our great thanks, condolences and prayers go out to Jenn and the fabulous River Girl.

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When asked the #1 thing pet owners should keep in mind, the group’s response was unanimous: “Have your pet seen by a vet once a year.” “That’s where education starts,” says Grossman. “Just getting in front of a doctor, you go through a list of questions that reveals things you didn’t realize you needed to know.” When asked if they’re gratified at the end of a weekend, or excited by the success of their thriving young enterprise, Plinski replied, “It’s been a whirlwind first year. We haven’t had time to really focus on that.” Grossman added, “We’re nowhere near where we want to be; we’re just laying the groundwork.” The ultimate goal? Serving as many pets in as many towns as possible. “Wherever people go they can find a GNV location,” says Grossman. Also in the future the group plans to offer inexpensive spay/neutering, ultimately at a land-based GNV hospital handling referrals from the roving clinics. To learn more or to find a GNV clinic near you, visit goodneighborvet.com and click on the Clinic Locator tab.

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a previous job, where he had to communicate with two very different sets of professionals: pharmacists on one side, “computer geeks” on the other. Plinski called on this experience and, with expert help, developed the lifestyle-based menu — user-friendly for both pet owners and GNV staff. “The menu is also helpful in making sure pets receive appropriate preventative health care while not being overvaccinated,” says Wilk. “You can’t leave pets unprotected,” she says, “but you also don’t want to give them unnecessary shots.” A fellow graduate of a college whose football team’s “blood runs deep in us all,” joked Plinski, Wilk worked in a traditional veterinary practice until five years ago when she joined the staff at the Oregon Primate Center. Missing the interaction with cats, dogs and other domestics, a year ago Wilk accepted Plinski and Grossman’s invitation to join them. Today she juggles motherhood, her continuing full-time job at the Primate Center, and weekends treating patients at GNV clinics.

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NW Pet & Companion Fair . . . . . . . . 7

Elizares Kennels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 K-9 Agility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 K-9 Behavior Company . . . . . . . . . . 17 Mt Hood Dog Campus . . . . . . . . . . . 17

GIFTS / FASHION / SPECIALTY Bi-Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 PetUtopia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

HOUSE & PET SITTERS VETERINARIANS / VET HOSPITALS

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Good Neighbor Veterinarians . . . . . 11 Rose City Veterinary Hospital . . . . . . 5

Back on Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Canine Peak Performance . . . . . . . . 13 WASTE REMOVAL SERVICES Doodie Hunters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Pooper Patrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Call Jennifer 503-261-1162 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 $20/DAY AJ’S K9 KAMP Visit the photo page on www.ajs-k9kamp.com. Day care & overnight home care. Canines under 30 lbs. Nr the airport. 15 yrs exp. Licensed. Insured. 503-252-7652.

FRIENDLY PEOPLE WANTED To deliver Spot Magazine to newsstands. A few hours, a few bucks. Never leave your own neighborhood! 1-2 days per month. Downtown & Eugene route available. To apply, call Tammy at 503-753-4654

KRITTER KARE OF PORTLAND Daily dog walks. Vacation pet sitting. “Overnites” & house sitting services. Caring for domestics & exotics in the tri-county area since 1994. Licensed, bonded, insured. Refs. 503-252-0599, 503-940-7761. DEPENDABLE RETIRED COUPLE Will do overnighters in general PDX area. Will visit once or twice a day to feed pets in Newberg, Dundee or Sherwood areas. Ref’s. 503-537-9719 or 503-679-5613.

LEGAL SERVICES BOARDING Park Your Car Board Your Pet Board Your Flight

• 5 minutes from Portland International Airport • Open 24-7 by appointment for check-in and check-out • Next to park-and-ﬂy services • Voted "Best Doggie Dash" By Willamette Week, 2004

We Cater to Your Schedule www.airpethotel.com • 503-255-1388

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. WHAT IS YOUR PET DOING ALL DAY? Chewing, Digging, Barking Bored and Missing You. Call A LUCKY DOG. 1-800-GO-LUCKY

BANKRUPTCY & PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY Let me help you file for bankruptcy – stop creditors’ calls - take control of your life. Aaron Varhola, 503546-7913.

PET FOOD

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. K9-BEHAVIOR COMPANY Private in-home training. Perfect puppy – right from the start! Behavior modification for your out-a-control adolescent dog. Help with your shy or aggressive dog. Gentle reward-based methods. Call Deb Walker 503704-7481 Web site: www.k9-behaior.com

WELLNESS

FLINT RIVER RANCH THE HONEST KITCHEN Super premium pet foods. Made with all natural human grade ingredients. No chemical preservatives or by-products 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 sitting in a comfortable home environment at reasonable prices. References. 503-490-3762

PET TRAVEL FOR THE TRAVELING DOGS WITH FAMILIES Otto Step! Completely portable platform step for loading and unloading Fido. Insert into any 2” trailer hitch receiver, load and stow after use. Visit www.OttoStep.com or call 888-311-OTTO (6886).

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F E B R U A R Y

aLL MONTH LONG • 2007 CAT CALENDARS featuring current & former CAT residents just $10. Every dollar goes to CAT cats & kittens in need. To order or for more info, call 503.925.8903 or visit catadoptionteam.org.

at Animal Aid. Counselors needed at the no-kill shelter & for outreach events. Celebrate the valentine spirit — become a matchmaker! Details 503.292.6628 or www.animalaidpdx.org.

puppies & kittens, has just launched a brand-new Website. The site contains photos of adoptable animals, volunteer opportunities, information about donating, and links to other sites of interest to animal lovers. Visit www.othermothers.org

• ADOPTABLE CATS & KITTENS from Multnomah County Animal Services (MCAS) at Gresham PetsMart 9am-9pm daily. Adoption counseling offered noon4pm Tue-Sun. Details 503.988.7387 or multcopets.org.

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Jan 29 7:30pm — Fun! Positive! Dog Training! Intro to Group Training with Dog & Cat of Eugene/Springﬁeld. 4 levels of training help you & your pet advance at your own pace, including skipping to advanced levels. Great ﬂexibility for those with busy lives. Details www.dogandcat.org or 541.686.6768.

Jan 30

• ARE YOU A MATCHMAKER? Cat Adoption Team is seeking Adoption Counselors to help kitties meet their purrfect match. Help educate adopters on the values & quirks of life with a cat. Needed daily at the Sherwood shelter & weekends at the shelter & outreach events in Tigard, Clackamas, Hillsboro & Wilsonville. Details 503.925.8903 or catadoptionteam.org.

5am — Meet CAT’s Pet of the Week, featuring adorable, adoptable cats & kittens from Cat Adoption Team on KOIN News 6 Good Morning Northwest news. Repeats at 6am.

• BE A SWEETHEART: Foster a homeless pet searching for its forever home. Animal Aid needs foster homes for dogs & cats. Details 503.292.6628 or www.animalaidpdx.org.

8pm — BARK! the runaway hit musical about man’s best friend, as told by canines at doggy daycare, continues through Feb 22, Thur-Sat at 8pm, Sun at 2, at Artists Repertory Theatre, in downtown Portland. Proceeds beneﬁt DoveLewis. Tickets/Info tripro.org.

• DISCOUNTED SPAYS & NEUTERS for cats & kittens in celebration of Spay Day 2007 by CAT Adoption Team in Sherwood. Thanks to public donations, neuters & spays by CAT’s veterinary team available for $15 & $25, respectively. For an appointment or details call 503.925.8903 or visit catadoptionteam.org. • FOSTER HOMES NEEDED. Open your home & heart to homeless pets in need of a forever home. Contact Cathy Nechak or Krista Wells at Oregon Friends of Shelter Animals 503.327.8849 to learn how you can become a loving foster parent for dogs or cats. Details ofosa.org. • GOT ISSUES? Get your behavior questions answered free of charge by the friendly folks at OHS. Oregon Humane Society’s Free Pet Behavior Helpline is 503.416.2983. • HAVE A HEART for Homeless Animals supply drive. Donations of food for dogs, cats, puppies & kittens, plus litter, beds, toys, blankets, cleaning supplies, postage stamps & more being accepted at several Clackamas County locations (details traceyv.com). In memory of her dog Buddy, once homeless, Tracey Vukovich, Real Estate Broker with RE/MAX equity group, is hosting a supply drive to benefit FIDO (Friends Involved in Dog Outreach), a Clackamas County nonprofit and PAWS (Pet Adoptions Westside), a nonprofit cat adoption center in West Linn. Details 503.679.2348, traceyv@equitygroup.com or www.traceyv.com. • HELP CATS & DOGS find furrever homes: become an Adoption Counselor 18

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• 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. * IS YOUR DOG A SUPERHERO? Learn about the DoveLewis blood donor program by visiting DoveLewis.org. • IT’S SPAY & NEUTER TIME! For a comprehensive list of Oregon Spay & Neuter Assistance Programs for cats, visit neuterspayoregon.blogspot.com. • OFOSA ADOPTABLE DOGS & CATS. Oregon Friends of Shelter Animals has dogs, puppies, cats & kittens available for loving home adoptions at the Beaverton Petco every Saturday & Sunday. Details ofosa.org. • OFOSA NEEDS VOLUNTEERS. Learn how you can get involved, have fun, learn & grow. Details Cathy Nechak, 503.327.8849. • OPEN YOUR HEART & HOME to foster cats or kittens with special needs. Cat Adoption Team is seeking foster homes to provide a safe, healthy, nurturing environment for mother cats & kittens, to nurse and bottle-feed orphaned or abandoned kittens, to help sick or injured cats heal, to give long-term residents time away from the shelter, and to socialize shy or timid cats. Details 503.925.8803 ext 5 or contactus@catadoptionteam. org. • OTHER MOTHERS ANIMAL RESCUE, the startup shelter that cares for

& see what all the excitement’s about! • OVER 400 ADORABLE KITTENS & CATS are available for adoption through CAT (Cat Adoption Team) at various locations. The Sherwood shelter is open 7 days, 10am-6pm. Cats are on site daily at PetsMart stores in Wilsonville, Clackamas, Hillsboro & Tigard, as well as Pet Loft. Or visit Petco in Tualatin and Tanasbourne on every Saturday of the month (except the 2nd Saturday). Details 503.925.8903 or catadoptionteam.org. • POPPA, OREGON’S ONLY STATEWIDE SPAY/NEUTER REFERRAL & assistance service for dogs, cats, rabbits & other companion animals, is an all-volunteer organization that’s been able to subsidize over 11,000 spay/neuter surgeries since Sept 2001. Tax-deductible donations of any amount are always gratefully accepted & can be made securely online at www.POPPAinc.org. Or just visit the site to learn more about POPPA’s worthwhile efforts. • PUPS OF PORTLAND POSTERS & CALENDARS, featuring 200 Portlandarea dogs, available now at The Pearl Retriever, 526 NW 13th Ave 503.295.6960. • READ TO THE DOGS at area libraries. Youth improve their reading & social skills by reading aloud to therapy dogs. Contact your branch for info or to RSVP.

3 saturday 10am — Volunteer Orientation at Greenhill Humane Society in Eugene. Details 541.689.1503 or green-hill.org. 11:30am — Dog 101 - Basic Obedience training at Willamette Humane Society, 4246 Turner Rd SE in Salem. 6-week class is $75 per dog/$50 for dogs adopted from a shelter (proof a vaccinations/ adoption required). First class only begins at 11am. Register at Davenport’s Den, the retail pet supply store located inside WHS, or download registration form at willamettehumane.org. Noon — Adoption Outreach with MCAS at Clackamas Petco ‘til 3. Adoptable kittens & cats living in foster care ready for their forever homes. Details multcopets.org. Noon — Adoption Outreach with Oregon Humane Society (OHS) at Furever Pets on NE Broadway in Portland and Tigard PetsMart ‘til 4, and during halftime at the Blazers game. Details 503.285.7722. Noon — Animal Aid Show & Tell Saturday ‘til 4 at the shelter in SW Portland (5335 SW 42nd Ave (south of Beaverton

To submit items for consideration in the Furry FunPlanner, e-mail Publisher@Spotmagazine.net or FAX 503-261-8945

Hillsdale Hwy). Weekday visiting hours 11am-4pm. Details 503.292.6628 or www.animalaidpdx.org. 1pm — Puppy Socialization & Training with Dog & Cat of Eugene/Springfield. Puppies play, socialize & train in a fun, relaxed environment. Learn basic training skills, how to socialize your puppy, and how to prevent problem behaviors like aggression, digging, chewing & barking. For details or to register, visit www.dogandcat.org or call 541.686.6768. 6pm — The Wurstminster Dog Show at the Wurst Gallery located at The Cleaners, 403 SW 10th Ave in Portland. Over 100 artists from all over the world each represent a different dog breed in his/her unique way, from a five-foot plush doll to postcard-sized paintings. A portion of proceeds from art sales will benefit DoveLewis. Tonight is a free, one-night exhibit. Details thewurstgallery.com. 7:30pm — Fun! Positive! Dog Training! Intro to Group Training with Dog & Cat of Eugene/Springfield. 4 levels of training help you & your pet advance at your own pace, including skipping to advanced levels. Great flexibility for those with busy lives. Details www.dogandcat.org or 541.686.6768.

7 wednesday 7:50am — Meet the Pet of the Week presented by MCAS on K103 FM Radio. Tune in for the adoptable pet segment or visit multcopets.org. 5pm — Talent Search for Canine Greeter. 5th Ave Suites (soon to be Hotel Monaco Portland) is seeking a friendly dog for a long-term commitment. Must enjoy Waterfront walks, snuggling near the ﬁre, weekly pampering sessions & endless petting. The hotel is partnering with the Oregon Humane Society to ﬁll the position of Director of Pet Relations at the pet-friendly hotel. Judges at the fundraising event will select the winning canine from OHS. The evening will include a canine fashion show, talent contest & bark-off. Appetizers & beverages provided. Judges will include local animal advocates, a pet psychic and a pet masseuse. Admission is a suggested $10 donation at the door. Hotel employees will be on-site with photos and bios from OHS to help facilitate adoptions in conjunction with Kimpton Cares month, during which employees participate in a variety of community service events. Details oregonhumane.org.

8 thursday 4 sunday 10am — Pet Licensing by MCAS at Gresham Petco ‘til 11:30, at 144th & Division Petco 1-2:30 & at Clackamas Petco 4-5pm. Details multcopets.org. 10:30am — Puppy Kindergarten Class at WHS in Salem. Basic socialization, parenting skills & beginning behaviors to develop a lasting, happy relationship with your dog. Puppies must have current vaccs. 6-week class is $75 per dog/$50 for puppies adopted from a shelter (proof a vaccinations/adoption required). First class only begins at 11am. Register at Davenport’s Den, the retail pet supply store located inside WHS, or download registration form at willamettehumane.org. Noon — OHS Adoption Outreach at Wild Oats, 2825 E Burnside in Portland ‘til 4. Details 503.285.7722. 12:30pm — 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.

5 monday 6pm — Foster Care Orientation at Greenhill Humane Society in Eugene. Details 541.689.1503 or green-hill.org.

6 tuesday 5am — Meet CAT’s Pet of the Week, featuring adorable, adoptable cats & kittens from Cat Adoption Team on KOIN News 6 Good Morning Northwest news. Repeats at 6am.

6pm — Home Alone Class for Dogs at Greenhill Humane Society in Eugene. Learn how to keep your dog happy & prevent separation anxiety when you have to leave him home alone. Led by Certiﬁed Pet Trainer Jennifer DuMond Biglan. Class limited to 20; half the $15 class fee beneﬁts Greenhill. For details or to register call Sandy Dain at 541.689.1506 ext 116.

1pm — Valentine’s Day Celebration to benefit Guide Dogs for the Blind at Doggy Delight Boutique in Hillsboro ‘til 3. A portion of proceeds from each self-service dog wash benefits the Guide Dogs. Join in for a fun afternoon featuring a Guide Dogs for the Blind info booth & course, a doggy kissing booth, and a raffle for a gift basket. Details doggydelightboutique.com or 503.644.0747.

11 sunday 10am — Pet Licensing by MCAS at Hayden Meadows Petco ‘til 11:30, at 144th & Division Petco 1-2:30 & at Clackamas Petco 4-5pm. Details multcopets.org.

12 monday 1pm — Fun! Positive! Dog Training! Intro to Group Training with Dog & Cat, LLC in Eugene/Springﬁeld. 4 levels of training help you & your pet advance at your own pace, including skipping to advanced levels. Great ﬂexibility for those with busy lives. Details www.dogandcat.org or 541.686.6768.

13 tuesday 5am — Meet CAT’s Pet of the Week, featuring adorable, adoptable cats & kittens from Cat Adoption Team on KOIN News 6 Good Morning Northwest news. Repeats at 6am. 7pm — Valentine’s Social ‘til 9 at LexiDog on Macadam Ave & in the Pearl District, both in Portland. All dogs welcome. Details 245.4363 or 243.6200.

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• CAT’s Be My Valentine Adoption Drive today through Feb 19. The Cat Adoption Team is offering discounted prices on cats going home to sweethearts looking for love. CAT currently houses over 250 felines of all ages, breeds & personalities, ready for loving homes. Adoption counselors ready to help you make the purrfect match. Details 503.925.8903 or catadoptionteam.org.

7:50am — Meet Pet of the Week presented by MCAS on K103 FM Radio. Tune in for the adoptable pet segment or visit multcopets.org.

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Noon — Adoption Outreach with MCAS at Clackamas Petco ‘til 3. Adoptable kittens & cats ready for forever homes. Details multcopets.org.

10am — Adoption Outreach with MCAS at Lake Oswego Petco ‘til noon. Adoptable dogs living in foster care ready for their forever homes. Details multcopets.org. 10am — Volunteer Training at CAT in Sherwood every 2nd & 4th Saturday. Details catadoptionteam.org or 503.925.8903. 11am — Meet Bunnies & the Rabbit Advocates at Western Pet Supply, 6908 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy in Beaverton ‘til 2. The advocates will discuss adopting rabbits as indoor companion pets. Noon — Adoption Outreach: kittens from MCAS at Gresham Petco ‘til 3. Noon — Animal Aid Show & Tell Saturday ‘til 4 at the shelter in SW Portland (5335 SW 42nd Ave, south of Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy). Weekday visiting hours 11am-4pm. Details 503.292.6628 or www.animalaidpdx.org.

18 sunday 10am — OHS Outreach Orientation at the shelter on Columbia Blvd in Portland. Details 503.285.7722. 10am — Pet Licensing by MCAS at Gresham Petco ‘til 11:30, at 144th & Division Petco 1-2:30 & at Clackamas Petco 4-5pm. Details multcopets.org.

20 tuesday 5am — Meet CAT’s Pet of the Week, featuring adorable, adoptable cats & kittens from Cat Adoption Team on KOIN News 6 Good Morning Northwest news. Repeats at 6am.

21 wednesday 6:10am — Meet the KGW Featured Pet during the morning news weather report on Channel 8. 7:50am — Meet Pet of the Week presented by MCAS on K103 FM Radio. Tune in for the adoptable pet segment or visit multcopets.org.

24 saturday 10am — Volunteer Training at CAT in Sherwood every 2nd & 4th Saturday. Details catadoptionteam.org or 503.925.8903. Noon — Adoption Outreach with MCAS at Gresham Petco ‘til 3. Adoptable kittens & cats ready for forever homes. Details multcopets.org. Noon — Animal Aid Show & Tell Saturday ‘til 4 at the shelter in SW Portland (5335 SW 42nd Ave). Weekday visiting hours 11am-4pm. Details 503.292.6628 or www.animalaidpdx.org. Noon — OHS Adoption Outreach at Clackamas PetsMart and Wild Oats in Bridgeport Village ‘til 4. Details 503.285.7722.

17 saturday 10am — Meet Adoptable Pets from Animal Aid ‘til 2 at Western Pet Supply, 6908 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy in Portland.

Noon — Animal Aid Show & Tell Saturday ‘til 4 at the shelter in SW Portland (5335 SW 42nd Ave). Weekday visiting hours 11am-4pm. Details 503.292.6628 or www.animalaidpdx.org. Noon — OHS Adoption Outreach at Jantzen Beach Home Depot & Dog Star in NW Portland ‘til 4 and during halftime of the Portland Winter Hawks Game. Details 503.285.7722. 12:30pm — 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.

25 sunday 9am — Volunteer Orientation at the OHS Columbia Blvd shelter. Details 503.285.7722. 10am — Pet Licensing by MCAS at Hayden Meadows Petco ‘til 11:30, at 144th & Division Petco 1-2:30 & at Clackamas Petco 4-5pm. Details multcopets.org.

27 tuesday 5am — Meet CAT’s Pet of the Week, featuring adorable, adoptable cats & kittens from Cat Adoption Team on KOIN News 6 Good Morning Northwest news. Repeats at 6am.

28 wednesday 7:50am — Meet Pet of the Week presented by MCAS on K103 FM Radio. Tune in for the adoptable pet segment or visit multcopets.org.

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