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13 Reader Spotlight Meet Chip
7 Learning on the Spot Discover a new trick, learn its benefits to you and your pet, get the quick and easy on teaching it, and Go! This month: The 100 Meter Door Dash
5 Meet me at YAPPY HOUR! Urban Wine Works in Portland’s Pearl District is the place to be the last Wednesday night of the month. This is metro nightlife with pets at its best, complete with good company (2- and 4-legged), great wine, compelling artwork, and a chance to check out the latest trends in the pet world.
6 Benefits of MASSAGE go way beyond Ahhhs Spot writer Jake Faris takes us into the “classroom” with Animal Massage Therapist, Rubi Sullivan, where we discover how easy it is to give our pets the gift of massage, and how great the benefits can be — in a word, dramatic.
5 Get set for the Doggie Dash You can run or walk as a team, an individual, or even as a “Lazy Dog,” gathering pledges but never touching pavement. In addition to the run/walk, highlights include a marimba band, vendor booths, hotcakes for Dash participants, canine talent contests and more.
8 FETCH! - CAT Adoption Team celebrates a decade (and you’re invited to the party!) - Brewfest celebrates beloved brew-dog - Mutts show off in Lincoln City - Save a songbird: keep kitties inside - You can talk to the animals - Dove aims for 350 in 35 - WAG back in action in Eugene - TTouch Practitioner Training/ Foundation Course - Zootoo to the rescue — Rescues can enter to win $ - CAT gets a boost for s/n - T-Touch for Dogs workshop - MCAS sweeties now featured on Comcast - New pet memorial site “a sanctuary” - Fun TTouch weekend - OHS offers 1-on-1 behavior consults
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e’re hours from press time at this writing, and just wrapped the weekend-long NW Pet and Companion Fair — a great success! Folks were lined up at the doors to get in Saturday morning, and new arrivals flowed strong all day long. We had a blast spending time with beloved friends and associates, and our first-ever Cover Model Search was a hit — raising over $400 for spay/neuter! Supporting spay/neuter became Spot’s chosen commitment after much consideration as to where we could do the most good for the greatest number. Since overpopulation of unwanted animals strains every support system — shelter, food, foster and medical care, rescue and adoption — attacking the root cause seemed the best course. Of course, as Spot grows, so will our impact. But I must say, as a firm believer that touching even one life matters, I’m thrilled with this start, however humble. Especially when you tally the difference $400 can make — potentially saving 168 lives. Of course it’s YOU who made it possible. Thank you so much for participating in Spot’s Cover Model contest at the fair. Every lovebug was a winner, of course, and you’ll see the chosen model on the cover of Spot very soon. We had such a great time meeting you, and “shooting” your babies, and we thank you for coming out to play and supporting our efforts. A great big Bravo! goes out to Pat Dinan, tireless producer of the fair. This, the 7th annual, was the best so far, and we
were thrilled to note the growing strength of rescue groups and nonprofits. We in this region are blessed with such a stunning contingent of advocates — both professional and laypeople — who are committed, hardworking, smart, and fabulously relentless in their quest to save, protect and care for the countless animals in need. It’s an honor and a joy to share the adventure. So, here we go! Into the future with the ability, desire and commitment to make a difference for the animals — together. This issue marks the beginning of a series of stories I think you’ll enjoy. This month we attend a massage class with local guru, Rubi Sullivan; enjoy a great night out at Yappy Hour (hope to see you there in the future!), and more. Our writers will continue taking you to classes, workshops and events, exploring trends like reiki, emerging concepts in behavior, animal communication, and much more. Stay with us! The best is yet to come. . . . and that’s saying a lot — the view from here is already worth celebrating!
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f you’re looking for fun on the last Wednesday evening of the month — especially with your pup — check out Yappy Hour at Urban Wine Works in the Pearl. The brainchild of Suzanne Hein, owner of Lexi Dog Boutique and Social Club, and Angela Jacobs of Urban Wine Works, the event always features pets reps from Oregon Huma Society, and a presentation or activity from a pro in the pet community. The last Wednesday in March found me at Yappy Hour promptly at 6 (literally it’s Yappy Hours — the party goes ‘til 8) to report on events and learn about the Doggie Dash happening May 10 at Waterfront Park in Portland. One might assume Yappy Hour would be a wine-tasti where dogs are welcome while technically that’s accu is far from those evenings where one rubs elbows and exchanges comments like, “The forward tannins sparkle on the tongue and the wine finishes with subtle vanilla notes.” This is wine-tasting Portland-style. The large, industrial space itself sets the tone and becomes an integral part of the experience. Full-size oak barrels stand in floor-toceiling racks — not only storing the vino, but also serving as canvases for art. This, combined with exposed beams and concrete floors, creates an atmosphere of casual elegance, where the wine is there to enjoy, and the people can move about freely, check out the art, take in the night’s event, and meet other dog owners. Among the swelling crowd I met Matt and Melissa Box, recent arrivals from Southern California. With them were their pugs, Ms. Piggy (8 mos) and Dolly (18 mos). Beaverton residents for just a few months, the Boxes were impressed with the many events Portland offers pet owners. “Our dogs seem to love Portland, too!” they said. Folks like Matt and Melissa are what Yappy Hour is all about, and the reason OHS attends each month — to connect with outgoing pup parents. On my night out, OHS also hosted the
special event, a presentation on Doggie Dash. OHS became the sole event sponsor last year, meaning proceeds, donations and registration fees now solely support OHS programs. This night, folks received dis-
counts on registration, and gift baskets from Castor & Pollux. “Several people wanted to form teams, and we were able to get it done on the spot,” said OHS spokesman, David Lytle. Powell’s Power Pups, for example, was formed by Powell Boulevard Veterinary Clinic. “Their team is now 14 strong, and they’ve raised over $1,000 for Doggie Dash,” Lytle said. “Many medical clinics and businesses form teams,” said Lytle. Teams can run (or walk) a
two-mile course along the waterfront, and those that raise the most money get their own hospitality tent at the Dash, plus other special prizes. “At press time, Powell’s Power Pups was the #2 nonOHS team, giving them a good shot at top honors,” said Lytle (OHS teams are ineligible for prizes). People can also participate in the Dash as individuals, or even as “Lazy Dogs,” who gather pledges but don’t actually touch pavement. All participants are welcome with or without dogs, and Lytle says he’s even seen a cat or two in past years. In addition to the run/walk, the festive event will feature live music by Wood Vibrations marimba band, vendor booths, a pancake breakfast for Dash participants, canine talent contests, and a popular Frisbee-teaching clinic As the Dash presentation ended, human and canine chatter once again filled the room. Everyone there had at least two things in common: love for dogs and appreciation for wine. Meeting people was as easy as commenting on their pooch (for some reason owners — and I’m one of them aking responsibility for the extreme ss of our pups). he quieting chatter signaled something se was about to happen. Taking the tage next was certified professional dog trainer (CPDT) and owner of Portand Paws, Casey Newton, who, with her black Lab, Belle, demonstrated clicker” training. “The most fun way to train,” according to Newton, ckers were first used with dolphins. od behavior is rewarded by food and ck. Newton says, “The clicker is like era,” used to “snap” good behavior. — dolphin or dog — associates the clicker with reward. Newton produced a handkerchief and imbued it with “special” meaning by clicking every time Belle picked it up. Newton then tied the handkerchief around a cabinet handle and soon, Belle — with little guidance from Newton — was happily opening and closing the cabinet like a seasoned Service Dog. The next Yappy Hour is May 28, 6-8pm, featuring warm-weather canine fashions from LexiDog. For more details, visit LexiDog.com.
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ubi Sullivan’s Dog Massage for Owners class lies somewhere between education, outreach, and group therapy. A certified small animal massage practitioner (SAMP), Sullivan teaches all over the Portland area. A recent class at PetUtopia in Beaverton found me among other “students” in an open yet cozy space in the front of the store. Also in attendance were Van Gough, a yellow Labrador missing half of one ear, Max, a laid-back (Zen-like) tri-colored Cocker Spaniel, and Sully, a gentle German Shepherd. Van Gough had brought Jennifer Martin so she could learn techniques to ease his joint pain. Laurel Smith accompanied Max, a stand-in for their aging Dachshund who remained at home. Sully too was hoping Irene Valenzuela might learn a little something to ease the pain in his arthritic joints.
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Sullivan practices Swedish techniques originally developed for humans, which, over the past decade have been tailored to dogs and small animals. After starting Heal Animal Massage Therapy in 2006, she discovered there were many misconceptions about the practice, and began conducting classes. “I really need for people to know what [massage] is — it’s not mysterious,” Sullivan says. The basics consist of just a few light strokes that mainly affect the upper layer of skin and tissue — called fascia. Sullivan explained each stroke and its benefits, demonstrating on each human’s arm the ideal intensity of touch — surprisingly light! Sullivan warned beginners to always remember: “If you think you’re going too hard, you are.” Setting the mind on “intention and focus” is the masseuse’s first task, says Sullivan. As for setting or positioning? Not nearly as important as the comfort of human and animal. Dogs are incredibly sensitive to their human’s disposition, and any stress can transfer through contact. Clarifying intention (which should be to bring comfort and relaxation to the animal) and setting your focus (not on concerns of the day but on soothing thoughts and images) is more important than the massage strokes themselves, Sullivan says.
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Another useful stroke, and one Sullivan uses regularly, is Effleurage — where you run a flat hand lightly over the contours of the dog’s body. To really work its magic, the stroke should only penetrate to the fascia — the supple layer of tissue that transfers fluid around the body. When dogs (and humans) are less active or older, the fascia loses elasticity. Effleurage promotes elasticity, increasing circulation and warming that important layer of tissue. Sullivan demonstrated the stroke as a continuous cycle The after-effects of a session are also of motion by switching hands. important, says Sullivan. Dogs often need to Some of Sullivan’s longtime clients shared break for potty and a drink (demonstrating this their experience of the long-term effects of nicely, Sully took several such breaks during doggy massage. class). Getting up and shaking during or after a Samson, a six-year-old Newfoundland, session is also typical, as the massage somestarted suffering from the aches and pains that times tickles the dog’s nerves a bit. Older dogs often trouble older, large-breed dogs. David often benefit from a little low-intensity exercise Fry, Samson’s dad, was leery of putting him afterward, like a short walk or some time outon the veterinarian-recommended Rymadil. “I side. Most dogs experience a little fatigue or just really didn’t want to put him on drugs,” he increased energy after a massage. said. Samson learned of Sullivan’s work and, Keeping intention and through her “team” approach focus front of mind, SulliUpcoming Classes (bringing the vet, owner and van demonstrated various especially the dog into treatSunday, May 4, 5:30-7pm low-intensity strokes. ment), has seen wonderful Sellwood Dog Supply, Sellwood The first, and the most results. www.sellwooddogsupply.com basic, is Passive Touch. Fry noticed immediate Tuesday, May 13, 7:15-8:45pm This is the lightest, barest improvement. “Ever since Healthy Pets Northwest, Portland of touches that practically [Sullivan] started coming www.healthypetsnw.com hovers over an area on he’s stopped limping and the body and doesn’t has started playing more. . . move, or even press . I know it’s directly because of Rubi.” Fry says down. Sullivan explained that she uses Pasmany people he’s told about dog massage are sive Touch as a way of introducing a stroke or open to the idea. “I run into more people who maintaining contact. It’s also a great diagnostic are actually interested in it,” he said. tool for noticing temperature changes or senDawn Anderson had even more dramatic sitivity in your dog. Sullivan says, ““It may not results with her dog, Quincy, a 12-year-old look like a lot but it packs a punch.” rescued Collie. Last Christmas, Anderson thought Quincy’s four-year struggle with severe arthritis was finally getting the better of her old friend. She said the anti-inflammatory meds suddenly seemed ineffective. She tried acupuncture, which provided only a brief reprieve. “He was to the point where he could barely walk around the block. And this was a dog who would walk well over a mile twice a day.” Anderson’s Vet asked if she’d considered Express Service • Emergency massage. “I had never heard of such a thing. . . Services • Hospital Transfer I have to admit I was a bit of a skeptic.” Daycare Shuttle • House Anderson’s skepticism didn’t last. She says Calls • Temperature the change has been “drastic.” After about six weekly sessions, “my dog is back to walking Controlled Roomy Van a mile a day.” Certified Vet tech with Whether you’re curious or skeptical, check experience in Critical Care out Sullivan’s massage class and see what your canine thinks. Be careful, though: they might start begging for a good rub-down instead of the usual treat!
After about six weekly sessions, “my dog is back to walking a mile a day.”
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The faster you are at opening/shutting the door based on your dog’s backward/forward movement, the faster your dog will learn! Once you are able to have the door open about a foot and your dog is not trying to rush out, give your release cue, let your dog go outside, praise, step back inside, and repeat! Training Goal 1: Door open 1 foot — Say “out” or your release cue when the door is open about a foot and your dog is standing still (not trying to rush through the door). Let your dog walk through the door (with the leash on) and praise. Repeat 5 times before moving onto training goal 2. Training Goal 2: Door open 2 feet — Say “out” or your release cue when the door is open about 2 feet. Repeat 5 times before moving onto training goal 3. Training Goal 3: Door open 3-4 feet — Say “out” or your release cue when the door is open about 3 feet. Repeat 5 times before moving onto training goal 4. Training Goal 4: Door open all the way and you begin movement through the door. Work toward being able to walk all the way outside while your dog continues to wait inside. Training Tips: • Keep your dog’s leash slack; you want a nice soft “J” in the leash while you’re training. Keeping the leash slack will make it easier for you to switch to off-leash training once you and your dog are ready. • If your dog is struggling and/or “messes up” (rushing through the door before you release him) more than 2 times, go back to where you were having success and review.
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Saturday, May 10 at Waterfront Park in Downtown Portland Join us for a two-mile fun run/walk for pets and people knowing that 100% of the proceeds benefit the animals at OHS. Enjoy food, music, doggie talent contests and more after the run. Register at www.oregonhumane.org/doggiedash. You'll even get your own Web page! Collect pledges from friends and families, create your own Doggie Dash team, and compete for prizes.
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CAT turns 10 May 10
Hey! Going to CAT’s party?
The Cat Adoption Team turns 10 May 10th You’re invited! — which is, like, 57 in human years! With all the great work the agency has done, it may Saturday, May 10, 10am-4pm seem more like 57, too. Take a look: CAT’s Shelter: 14715 SW Galbreath A CAT Tale: 10 years of growing success Dr., Sherwood, Ore. • Opened in May 1998 with 35 cats, CAT now Festivities: Find the feline of your shelters over 250 cats and kittens daily dreams (cats and kittens available • Feline foster care program helps 1,400 cats for adoption) and kittens annually; each foster family Hourly door prizes, Free CAT receives a ‘baby’ bag of supplies to give Tshirts to first 100 guests, Give each kitten a good start at a long life CAT a round of PAWs by purchas• In 2002 CAT was the first Oregon shelter to ing a $1 or $5 pawprint, raffle, install a full-service veterinary hospital vendors, refreshments, including, • CAT partners with other agencies to save more of course: birthday cake! Details lives; 73% of CAT’s feline intake comes from catadoptionteam.org. other shelters • Over 16,000 cats and kittens adopted since 1998, representing 1328% growth • Teamed with 9 Portland-area pet supply stores for adoption outreach • CAT saved 51 “Hurricane Katrina kitties” and five feline refugees from wartorn Beirut in 08 • In 2006, CAT’s own “Ellis” appears on the Meow Mix reality TV show in NYC; Ellis was adopted, as were many others as interest spiked at CAT’s Sherwood Mutts show off in Lincoln City shelter The Mutt Masters Dog Show and Olympics will be held Saturday, • CAT’s 2008 subsiMay 17, noon-4pm, in Lincoln City, Ore. Mutts, purebreds and mixed dized spay/neuter breeds are all welcome to compete in contest and show categories program, the including: Cutest Puppy, Fastest 20-yard Dash, Best Smile and February Feline Sweetest Smoocher. Prizes will be awarded in each category, and Fix-a-Thon, sterilthe winner of “Best in Show” will receive a Lincoln City weekend ized 155 cats package valued at over $300. and kittens from Two-legged visitors will enjoy food, booths with pet-related good7 counties; CAT ies, and of course, the fun of watching the canines do their thing. received a $5000 General admission $2; ages 12 & under free. Entry fee for comgrant to continue petitions is $2/category/dog. All proceeds will support the Lincoln the effort County Animal Shelter. Details 800.452.2151 or 541.996.2119, or oregoncoast.org.
Save a songbird: keep kitties inside The Audubon Society of Portland and the Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon have teamed to encourage Oregonians not to allow cats to roam free. Free-roaming cats kill tens of thousands of birds each year in the Portland Metro Area, and are one of the primary causes of cat overpopulation. Both organizations encourage cat owners to house cats indoors, in outside enclosures, or to walk cats on a leash. It’s not birds vs. cats, it’s about protecting them both. Many local bird species are in trouble. New reports show that even common backyard species such as rufous hummingbirds and American goldfinches are experiencing significant long-term population declines. As for the cats, Karen Kraus, FCCO Executive Director, says, “The two most important things people can do to help [reduce the cat overpopulation crisis] are to spay/neuter cats before they can reproduce, and to not let their housecats roam free.”
Dogs Dig It. Portland’s newest doggy daycare is also among the largest, boasting 13,000 square feet of dedicated play space, 9,000 of it outdoors. Dogs Dig It has play structures and pools, and offers massages, bathing and boarding, along with 24-hour care. Pressed for time? The shuttle can pick up or drop off your pooch. Dogs Dig It is located at 1132 SE Salmon in Portland. Details 503.236.8222.
Dove aims for 350 in 35 In preparation for celebrating 35 years this August, DoveLewis is endeavoring to raise $350 k in 35 weeks. The agency has developed a whole celebratory campaign around the effort, called “dove35,” which includes a list of “35 Ways to Love Dove” which can be seen on the Web site: dovelewis.org. Also, be sure to save the date for the big event: DoveLewis will celebrate its birthday with a huge bash August 10 at Pioneer Courthouse Square in Portland.
WAG is back in action The Willamette Animal Guild reluctantly took a hiatus recently, for want of a vet. Dr. Bernie Robe is now on the scene, and WAG is again providing low-cost spay/neuter services on Tuesdays and Fridays. For details, call 541.345.3566 (best time to reach a live person is 9:30-3), or visit wagwag.org.
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Join the fun and learn how to communicate with furry and feathered friends Saturday, May 3, 5:30-8:30pm, at PetUtopia in Beaverton. Northwest people and pet psychic, Faye Pietrokowsky, will show you how it’s done. Details/RSVP inner-design.net or 503.646.5937. Animals need not be present, but at least bring a photo. Admission $50.
TTouch Practitioner Training/Foundation Course Whether you’re interested in a career with animals or just want to learn the fundamentals of Tellington TTouch, this five-day course, May 4-8, can be taken as a stand-alone session or as the foundation training for the Tellington Training Professional Certification Program. The training will be held at the Oregon Humane Society in Portland, and taught by local TTouch Clinician, Lauren McCall. Join the fun and learn what vets, trainers, zoo handlers, shelter workers and animal lovers all over the world are talking about. Details 866.488.6824 or info@TTouch.com.
The newly formed Animal Shelter Alliance of Portland (ASAP) estimates there are 65,000 fertile owned cats in Multnomah, Clackamas, Washington, and Clark counties alone. This is in addition to the estimated 97,000 feral or stray cats who contribute to the cat overpopulation crisis in the metro area where, last year, more than 26,000 cats and kittens entered shelters. Over 13,000 lives were lost to euthanization. “We can’t adopt our way out of this crisis,” said CAT Executive Director Britta Bavaresco. “Offering subsidized spay/neuter surgeries to cat owners in financial need will decrease the number of unwanted cats who are brought to shelters, where half are euthanized.” To learn more, call 503.925.8903, or visit www.catadoptionteam.org.
Zootoo to the rescue! Zootoo.com, a Web site for pet lovers, has launched Rescue Sweepstakes (zootoo.com/rescues). First prize in the sweepstakes is $10,000. The runner-up will win $3,000, and 13 other rescue groups will win $1,000 each. “Zootoo.com recognizes that many rescues are under-funded, and the Zootoo to the Rescue Sweepstakes is a chance for Rescue Groups to win badly-needed cash,” said site founder Richard Thompson.
T-Touch for Dogs workshop Spend quality time with your dog and improve his or her health at the same time: Tellington Touch does the trick, they say. Oregon Humane Society presents a hands-on T-Touch class with expert instruction Sunday, May 11. T-Touch is an animal massage method, and a specialized approach to care and training. Developed by internationally-recognized expert, Linda Tellington-Jones, T-Touch is based on cooperation and respect, and is said to improve performance and health, plus offers solutions to common behavioral and physical problems. Cost $65; details/registration 503.285.7722 ext. 225, or suel@oregonhumane.org.
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Cat Adoption Team received a $5,000 grant to fund subsidized (low-cost) spay/neuter surgeries for cats & kittens from the Leslie G. Ehmann Charitable Trust in February. Throughout the month of February, CAT hosted its 1st annual February Feline Fix-a-Thon, offering subsidized S/N ($10/neuter, $20/spay) to cat owners in financial need. At month’s end, 176 owned cats were sterilized, preventing well over 500 kittens from being born this spring. Cat owners from the seven counties were able to have their cats fixed at a manageable price.
Adoptable cats and dogs from Multnomah County Animal Services are now being featured on Comcast OnDemand. Tune in! One of their “movie stars” might just be your perfect match. In other TV-related news at MCAS, the agency is broadcasting a new cable program: Animal Magnetism: Pet TV for Humans. Full of information playfully delivered, the first episode of Animal Magnetism gives insight on shelter programs, adoptable animals and tips on the dietary needs of pets. Details MultCoPets.org
Brewfest celebrates beloved brew-dog The 2nd annual Brewer’s Memorial Ale Fest, benefiting Oregon Humane Societies, is happening May 16-17 in Newport, Ore. The dog-friendly brew festival is held inside the Rogue Ales Brewery and features 40+ microbreweries, live music, doggy musical chairs, a dog wash, dog dancing and more. The event was created in memory of Brewer, faithful companion of Rogue Brewmaster John Maier. He passed away last May. Brewer grew up in the brewery and eventually rose to the rank of CEO of Rogue Ales. Admission $10, includes mug & 5 free tasters. Ages 21 & up only.
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In our lives briefly in our hearts forever Jennifer McCammon • Spot Magazine Photos by Alica Dickerson • Four Legged Photo
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everal months ago, a little wooden cross mysteriously appeared in my garage. In black marker on the aged wood it said:
Blackie We Love You The out-of-nowhere appearance of the thing — made from two wooden slats about the size of paint stir-sticks — stopped me in my tracks. I ran my fingers over the weathered surface, wondering. . . how and how long ago had Blackie died, and who were his or her people. I wondered over lives shared and lost, and felt kinship. They come into our lives briefly, and never leave our hearts. Banner, a Golden Lab belonging to Lancea and Jeff Shannon of Portland, made many friends and fans in his 15 years. Banner appeared on the cover of Spot’s first issue, (Lancea is Spot’s art director), and anytime his image was featured, a note or two came in from someone who remembered him fondly. Various health issues persisted over the last few years of his life, Lancea and Jeff never questioned his care. For some time, they treated him for arthritis, and prostate problems. Despite his challenges, Banner continued to enjoy a great quality of life — which included substantial park time, great outdoor adventures, and visits with his original “dad” Joe, Lancea’s partner many years ago. 10
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Diagnosed with prostate cancer in January 08, Banner died in February. Lancea and Jeff worked closely with their Vet, Audrey Nelson of Hayden Meadows Pet Clinic, in monitoring Banner’s comfort, not eager to let him go, but committed to respecting the cues indicating it was time. Banner was cremated at Dignified Pet Services. Dignified, a partner in presenting Community Memorial Art Workshops at DoveLewis, is often mentioned by pet owners who have lost a beloved companion. Dignified was founded in 2000 by owners of human cremation, memorial and funeral businesses in the Portland area who, because of the love for their own pet companions, realized the need for high-quality pet companion aftercare. The facility is furnished to be warm, welcoming and comforting, the products and services designed to celebrate, honor and memorialize pets for the important family members they are. Portland resident, animal advocate and owner of many pets, Connie Theil, learned of the death of her beloved dog, Carson, while vacationing recently in Mexico. Carson had been diagnosed with an aggressive cancer a few months before, but treatment had been successful, and at the time of her departure, Connie was comfortable and confident with Carson’s well-being. Connie arrived home on a Friday, and she and her partner, Mina, spent the weekend celebrating Carson’s life (some of her story appears on the Memorial page, pg 15), starting with laying her to rest. “First we brought her home from the vet,” said Connie, “and laid her on the deck so the others could see and smell and understand what had happened to her.” Connie believes animals understand death in a way that makes it much easier to know that’s what has happened, rather than have a member of the pack leave home one day and never return. Connie and Mina prepared Carson’s body, placing flowers all around (she loved flowers so
much, says Connie), wrapping her in a beauEnid Traisman, M.S.W., certified grief countiful Mexican blanket Connie had brought selor and director of the Pet Loss Support home with her, and burying her under the program at DoveLewis Emergency Animal tree that was “her spot” in the back yard. All Hospital, developed grief support programthis unfolded against a tender soundtrack of ming at Dove over 20 years ago. DoveLewis soft, loving words of comfort and gratitude, and offers monthly support groups, and in partnerprayer — “We prayed God would keep her so ship with Dignified, Community Memorial Art we could see her again,” says Connie. Workshops, where entire families, including children, can create artwork memorializing The remainder of the weekend was spent their beloved companions. telling stories about Carson’s amazing life (she and her “Many sister Laura “Grief is a product of love. who come were rescued to the in the raid of a Without love there would be no workshops horrific puppy have been grief; love is the center.” mill, in a tabattend– Debbie Conrad leau of snow, ing grief starvation, support and canine feces, dead bodies and body groups, so we’re acquainted and have parts), looking at pictures, and laughing at worked together,” says Traisman. One recent treasured times past. workshop was attended by three couples, however, with very fresh losses, who had not Connie experienced another facet of grief been in the support groups. “One man wept on Monday, as her time off concluded and she the entire time.” resumed the business of everyday life and work. Carson’s absence hit hard in a whole Another woman, who’d stopped by early new way, she says. “It’s just so quiet, and on the day of the workshop “just to check it there’s such a heavy void with her gone.” out,” had lost her pet the day before. Traisman encouraged her to return at 3, telling her A week after losing Carson, Connie says, about another woman who had lost a dog much “We’re just trying to make sense of it. I’m like hers: a 15-year-old large-breed dog. Sure asking what lessons I can learn from her enough, at 3 o’clock, there she was. Traisman — she was such a generous spirit. There must felt the woman might find comfort in the conhave been at least 30 dogs through here, and nection, and indeed she did. She also ended Carson was always gracious and kind.” the session having created “a beautiful frame In addition to honoring Carson’s life by for a photo of her dog, sweetly embellished keeping her gifts alive (Connie says she’s with her dog tag.” asking things like, “What lessons can I learn “It’s lovely and so sweet for people to be in from her?” and “How can I be more like her?”) an environment of shared experience,” says Connie has joined a grief support group at Traisman. “They hold and pass around photos, DoveLewis. helping each other choose the ones to use.
One woman has attended the workshops a half later, Debbie is still going. “It’s not all many times.” about going to be supported,” she says, “it’s also about going to support others.” That woman is Debbie Conrad of Portland, who shared the reasons DoveLewis’ grief When Traisman began offering memorial programs have been meaningful for her. art workshops, Debbie was there. “My original degree focus was art therapy,” says Debbie, “Many years ago, I was with a friend at “and I believe really strongly in the power of it. DoveLewis. It was the first time I saw a pet loss It’s a great form of expression, and really helps journal,” says Debbie. “Our Golden Retriever, you get out of the pain for a little while.” Lonny, was getting older, and I actually spent a couple of years mourning There is also ahead. In October 2006 he strong scientific died, and it was really dif- Having had support for the ficult,” she says. benefits of griefexperience with related art therapy. Debbie says that when A statement on the Lonny died she “decided to counseling and DoveLewis Web site pull myself up by the boot- help with the says, “Research straps,” but that in the end, shows that art and she needed support. Having hardest curveballs healing come from had experience with counselthe same source. In ing and help with the hardest of life, Debbie fact, it is now known curveballs of life, Debbie was was comfortable that when a person comfortable with the concept is creating art or with the concept of Dove’s support groups. is healing, this About her first time, Debbie of Dove’s support person will emit the says, “It was so supportive same brain wave to be with a group of people groups. patterns. Art and who knew what I was going healing is so powthrough. Listening to others erful that hospitals share their grief didn’t are incorporating lessen my grief, but it’s like we were able to art into patient care.” help each other carry the load. It’s kind of as The statement continues, “Participation if you breathe in some of their pain, and they in artistic activities can have measurable breathe in some of yours, and somehow, it physiological results, such as reducing really helps.” stress, improving the immune system and Debbie says the experience is a progreseasing pain. Creating art gives a voice and sion. That those early in their loss are often language to unknown emotions, feelings and in so much pain (and sometimes anger), that behaviors. Tapping into his or her creative it’s a lot for them to just “be there.” A year and continued next page
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energy can help a person feel more alive, gain inner wisdom, and stay in the present moment.” Debbie says when attendees at the art workshops start creating, it’s all about love. “Some come really new in their grief,” she says. “The space itself is filled with love and expression of joy. It’s a really loving environment, and it’s a working environment. It’s all about expressing love, and you can feel it in the room.” “Grief is a product of love,” says Debbie. “Without love there would be no grief; love is the center.” Debbie concludes, “In the support groups you’re working through that grief part. Then, in the art workshops, you go back to the center — which is love.”
Listening to others share their grief didn’t lessen my grief, but it’s like we were able to help each other carry the load. It’s kind of as if you breathe in some of their pain, and they breathe in some of yours, and somehow, it really helps.
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Banner 1/19/93 - 2/18/08 Banner leaves behind an extended circle of family and friends who adored him in life and will always cherish his memory. Even those who didn’t like dogs would add the caveat “except for Banner.” He was that kind of dog, and he is keenly missed each and every day. Given time, we know that the pain will fade, but the memories and lessons and joy will remain, and we hold tightly to this, though there are days that it seems hard to believe. We are forever grateful for every day that we were able to spend with this gentle, lovable soul. Banner, wherever you are, you’re a good boy, and we love you very much.
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was born May 18, 1995 in Newport Washington to a Bearded Collie mother and a Siberian Husky father. Her puppyhood was not a happy one, as she and her 3 littermates were born at a puppy mill. The police raided the place and one officer described it as an “Auschwitz for dogs.” The puppies had been chained in the snow, no food or water, literally living on top of carcasses of deceased dogs. Carson’s brother got a home. The two sisters, however, were in danger of being euthanized due to their pathological fear of people. Paige Powell, Oregon animal advocate, heard of their plight through her friend, Krist Novoselic, of the band Nirvana. He called Connie Theil in Portland, and she agreed to adopt and tame the pair. Carson and her sister, Laura, were featured on several Portland television newscasts about puppymills. It took literally years of love and patience before the sisters learned to trust Connie and her partner, Mina. An occupational therapist, Mina used innovative techniques to help them overcome their fear enough to go to leash-free parks and be among strangers. Carson loved going to the beach, for walks at Mt. Tabor, and her food. She was an extremely kind and generous soul. Particularly to the 30 or more foster dogs that came and went at her home. She loved her yard, and could often be seen sitting inches from squirrels or birds, a sort of canine St. Francis. When Carson was happy she would drum the floor with her paws, bobble her head and cross her eyes. Carson was the cover girl of the November 2007 issue of Spot Magazine. Carson passed to the Rainbow Bridge April 7, 2008. Survivors include her beloved sister Laura, and other pack members Freeway, Frida and Benny. Remembrances to GREY2K USA, a group working to eradicate dog racing (grey2kusa.org).
When we met, you were a hyper ball of gray fuzz with an attitude. Since then, you were my constant furry companion that always talked to me sweetly when you wanted to be fed, and always patiently waited for me to go to bed. I rarely slept a night without you sleeping on me or spooned next to my heart. I miss your sweet meow, the feel of your soft fur, and your happy multi-layered purr. Ever since you passed due to feline breast cancer, there has been an emptiness in my heart and home. I miss you every day, Princess Gravy Pants. Love Myra
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• Wheels for Whiskers Benefit Car Raffle through May 10. Help cats & maybe win a new car. Details catadoptionteam.org. • Tickets on sale now for Summer Concerts at the Zoo. The “ZooBeat” lineup includes the Neville Brothers and Dr. John (June 15), Keb’ Mo’ and Taj Majal (June 22), the Indigo Girls and Cowboy Junkies (June 28), Los Lobos with Los Lonely Boys (July 18), Emmylou Harris (July 22), Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings with Marc Broussard (July 25), Tower of Power with the Crusaders (Aug. 3), Boz Scaggs (Aug. 17) and the Avett Brothers with Shawn Mullins (Aug. 24). Tickets range $10-26, available at the zoo or through Ticketmaster. Details oegonzoo.org. • Zootoo to the rescue! Zootoo.com has launched Rescue Sweepstakes (zootoo.com/rescues). First prize is $10,000; runner-up $3,000, 13 other rescues will win $1,000 each.
10am — Meet adoptables from Animal Aid at Mt Scott Animal Clinic in SE Portland ‘til 1. Details 503.292.6628 or animalaidpdx.org. 11am — General Orientation at Greenhill Humane Society in Eugene. Learn about foster and volunteer opportunities. No need to RSVP; details green-hill.org. 11am — OHS Adoption Outreach at Tigard PetsMart ‘til 3 and at Furever Pets on Broadway, noon-4. Noon — Adopt a cat this weekend. CAT counselors are on-site these PetsMart stores ‘til 4 today and tomorrow: Clackamas, Hillsboro, Tigard, Tualatin, Wilsonville and Washington Square. Noon — Show & Tell Saturday at Animal Aid, 5335 SW 42nd Ave ‘til 4. Details 503.292.6628 or animalaidpdx.org. 12:30pm — “Problem Pooch” Class at OHS in Portland led by animal behavior specialists. Admission $30
donation; no need to RSVP. Details oregonhumane.org/behavior. Offered again 5/17. 5:30pm — Communicate with Pets class with pet psychic Faye Pietrokowsky at PetUtopia in Beaverton. Admission $50. Details 503.646.5937 or petutopia.com.
4 sunday • Feral Cat Coalition Clinic in Corvallis. Details 503.797.2606. • TTouch Practitioner Training/ Foundation Course at OHS in Portland. 5-day course available in stand-alone sessions or series. Details in Fetch or info@TTouch.com.
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10am — CAT Celebrates 10 Years of saving lives at the shelter in Sherwood. Food, fun & games, Raffle, drawings, presentations & more. Noon — Adopt a cat this weekend. CAT counselors are on-site these PetsMart stores ‘til 4 today and tomorrow: Clackamas, Hillsboro, Tigard, Tualatin, Wilsonville and Washington Square. Noon — Show & Tell Saturday at Animal Aid, 5335 SW 42nd Ave ‘til 4. Details 503.292.6628 or animalaidpdx.org.
2pm — Basic Manners Dog Training at OHS. Fun, positive & convenient. Offered May 10 & 24 at 2pm, May 1 & 15 at 6:30. Details 503.285.7722 or oregonhumane.org.
11am — Meet TORU doggie tee designers ‘til 1 at PetUtopia in Beaverton.
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3pm — Yappy Hour in Eugene hosted by LexiDog on the patio of LaVelle Wine Bar & Bistro at 5th Street Public Market ‘til 5. Bring the dog and enjoy wine and/or a light lunch. Details 541.343.5394.
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10am — University of Oregon Street Faire in Eugene, between Kincaid & University Streets. Greenhill will be participating all 3 days, 10-5. Vendors, businesses, artisans & music.
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11 sunday 9am — Lexidog Playgroup, open to all breeds & sizes every Sunday 9-11. Details lexidog.com. 9am — Mother’s Day Brunch at the Zoo. Buffet includes seasonal fruits, assorted pastries & muffins, scrambled eggs, omelets, potatoes O’Brien, omelets, French toast, pastas, salads, and oh, the desserts! Reservations required: 503.525.4299.
16 friday • Feral Cat Coalition Clinic in Portland. Details 503.797.2606. 4pm — 2nd annual Brewer’s Memorial Ale Fest opens at Rogue Ales World Headquarters in Newport. “The largest dog-friendly beer festival in the world.” Proceeds benefit various companion animal orgs. Details in Fetch.
17 saturday • Tails & Ales Dog Wash to benefit DoveLewis. Details dovelewis.org/events.
5:15pm — Intro to TTouch at Howl At The Moon in Vancouver. Part 2 Sunday May 25. Advance RSVP/payment ($50) required. Details howl-at-the-moon.com.
9am — IPD Garage Sale for Volvo & Subaru owners at 11744 NE Ainsworth Cir. ‘til 1. Auction/Raffle will benefit OHS.
28 wednesday 6pm — Yappy Hour: Flights of Fashion at Urban Wineworks, 407 NW 16th Ave. in Portland ‘til 8. LexiDog unveils the latest spring canine fashions. Prizes for attending dogs in glamorous, hip & silly fashions — get dressed! See related story pg 5.
10am — Meet adoptables from Animal Aid at Western Pet Supply in Beaverton‘til 2. Details 503.292.6628 or animalaidpdx.org. Noon — Meet folks from Rabbit Advocates ‘til 3. Chat about adoption, get your bunny’s nails trimmed, and grab some literature to take home. Free at Western Pet Supply in Beaverton. Details 503.297.6644 or adoptarabbit.org.
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Noon — Adopt a cat this weekend. CAT counselors are on-site these PetsMart stores ‘til 4 today and tomorrow: Clackamas, Hillsboro, Tigard, Tualatin, Wilsonville and Washington Square. Noon — Show & Tell Saturday at Animal Aid, 5335 SW 42nd Ave ‘til 4. Details 503.292.6628 or animalaidpdx.org.
To see events happening all month long visit www.spotmagazine.net
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9am — Lexidog Playgroup, open to all breeds & sizes every Sunday 9-11. Details lexidog.com.
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1pm — Pug Crawl at MacTarnahan’s Taproom, 2730 NW 31st Ave in Portland. This year’s theme is “Pugstock — Pugs, Peace and Love.” Highlights: costume contest, vendors, food & beverages.
10:30am — Free Reiki from EnerWorkings for pets and their people both at Dirty Dog Dog Wash, 7853 SE 13th Ave. in Sellwood. Details Enerworkings.com or 503.296.6094.
5:30pm — Canine Core Strengthening & Fun Tricks Too! class with Bobbie Lyons at PetUtopia. Admission $75; details petutopia.com.
Noon — Mutt Masters Dog Show & Olympics ‘til 4pm in Lincoln City. Contests include Cutest Puppy, Fastest Dash, Best Smile & Sweetest Smoocher. Details in Fetch or oregoncoast.org.
Noon — Show & Tell Saturday at Animal Aid, 5335 SW 42nd Ave ‘til 4. Details 503.292.6628 or animalaidpdx.org.
26 Monday • The CAT shelter is OPEN for Memorial Day holiday
9:30am — Fun TTouch weekend with The Integrated Animal in Sherwood. Details in Fetch or at IntegratedAnimal.com.
Noon — Adopt a cat this weekend. CAT counselors are on-site these PetsMart stores ‘til 4 today and tomorrow: Clackamas, Hillsboro, Tigard, Tualatin, Wilsonville and Washington Square.
11am — OHS Adoption Outreach at Gresham Petco ‘til 3.
Noon — OHS Adoption Outreach at Clackamas PetsMart ‘til 4.
25 sunday 9am — Lexidog Playgroup, open to all breeds & sizes every Sunday 9-11. Details lexidog.com.
5pm — ZOO BREW ‘til 10pm at the Oregon Zoo. Enjoy beer & ale from favorite Northwest breweries, eats from Oregon Zoo Catering, and live entertainment. Proceeds will help “Bring Back the ROAR” of lions to the zoo. Details oregonzoo.org or 503.220.2492. 5:30pm — ‘Wall of Wine’ benefit at Urban Wineworks, 407 NW 16th Ave in Portland. $20 admission guarantees you’ll leave with a bottle of wine and a good time. Fundraiser for CAT’s adoption, care programs. Details at www.catadoptionteam.org 6pm — Puppy Socialization & Training with Dale of Grooming-Dales in Springfield. 8-week class/$145. Leave dogs home for 1st class. Details 541.521.0110.
31 saturday • OHS Furry, Fuzzy & Feathered Friends Photo Contest closes. Details oregonhumane.org.
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May 1, 2008: Steven Entwisle on running for mayor of Portland and finding some kind of productive work for all persons. May 8, 2008: Sean Cruz, candidate, Oregon Senate, District 23, and having a sales tax.
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May 15, 2008: Round table discussion on the historic Oregon May 20 primary.
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May 22, 2008: Q Madp on honoring our troops in Iraq on Memorial Day. May 29, 2008: Joe Tabor, chair of the Oregon Libertarian Party, on limited government and personal freedom. *Subject to change.
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