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Bonnie Hays shoots for the moon

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Bring the pets! A slice of heaven in Arizona Lancea LaPorte and her traveling companion, Chica, recently visited Hidden Meadow Ranch in Eastern Arizona.

Chica • Photo by Lancea LaPorte

14 Hospitality industry clamors to please the pets Woof! — Spot’s furry correspondent, Frida, recently visited a couple of high-end, very pet-friendly hotels

6 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: Puppy Biting!

11 Favorite vacay spots at the Coast Spot readers recently named the Oregon Coast their favorite vacation destination. Here are two of our favorite places to stay.

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15 Rescue me! Meet the sweet foundlings who ﬁnd their way to Spot at presstime.

22 Bonnie Hays shoots for the moon Meet a growing shelter in Hillsboro, Ore. on its way to a shining future. The goal? One Hundred Percent Live Release.

20 Fetch - Indigo Rescue hitched to a star - The Pearl goes to the dogs. . . and cats - Casting call for kitties - Local Pre-School Director named Humane Educator of the Year - Paws for a Cause photo contest closes July 31 - ALERT – fertilizer may pose safety threat - Eugene Well-Fair a success - Keep ‘em safe on the 4th - Pro-Bone-O celebrates a decade

24 The Great 8 goes public The eight longestresiding pets at OHS have been ﬂuffed & buffed and mounted in galleryquality photographic displays, putting them, at their best, in front of more prospective pet parents.

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VOL. 3 • NO. 12 July 2008 Travel Editor / Photographer Jeff Shannon Jeff@LaPorte-Design.com

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Companion and working animals are important, beloved members of the family. Spot Magazine is the one-stop resource for information, ideas, and events of interest to these animals and their people.

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503.681.8890 Name: Art Breed: Yellow Lab Age: 4 As the Director of Pet Relations, Art works hard to recognize and greet guests of the hotel and their pets. He came to Hotel Monaco from the Oregon Humane Society and immediately embraced his new position. Art puts in forty hours per week at the hotel and goes home at night with Porter Captain, Joseph. Name: Frida Breed: Terrior mix Age: 3 Frida came to America from La Paz Mexico when she was very young, after being rescued from the streets. Frida loves going for runs at Mt. Tabor, traveling, and relaxing with her pack: Laura, Freeway & Benny (another Mexican boy).

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Jennifer McCammon with Peach, Lula & Scout (Broadway and Wolf dodged this shot)

’ve been in publishing some 18 years, and repeatedly I’ve seen young publications really start taking off around their third year. Spot will celebrate its 3rd anniversary next month, and the magic is happening! Our staff has blossomed with the addition of talented, dynamic pros. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to meet the crew in the months ahead, as we’ll be at many great events. Check the roundup and

July 19 - Pets in the Pearl (see ad page 25) July 26 – Spot’s 1st annual Winners Bash at Hondo Park (see ad page 25) Aug 24 – Paws for a Cause with Save The Pets in Eugene Aug 10 – DoveLewis’ 35th Birthday Party at Pioneer Courthouse Square Aug 12 – Lane County Fair Sept 12 – Eugene Celebration Sept 14 – Sweeten the Spot ride for spay/neuter Oct 28 – Doggie Palooza at World Forestry Center’s Wolf to Woof exhibit Oct – Spot’s Willamette Valley Winners’ Bash

strengthen the systems supporting companion pets and those who work and care for them, Spot is forging new partnerships all the time, and it’s awe-inspiring to experience the difference we can make when we join forces. This month we take a look at the hospitality industry, which has opened arms wide to our beloved pets. From luxurious ranch settings (story page 8) to the high-end opulence of 5-star properties (Spot’s furry reporter Frida recently visited three, page 14), pets and their people are now traveling in style! Also be sure to check out the Bonnie Hays shelter, rockin’ with new programs and proving an inspiring model of innovation in saving lives. And don’t miss the “Great 8,” which powerfully illustrates how, given a little TLC, the

beauty that resides in every beast can be brought to shine. I’ve always loved the power of intention, and it’s so amazing when it manifests in the ways we’re seeing at Spot: a thriving community dedicated to the wellbeing of animals everywhere. The possibilities are limitless, and given our heart, smarts and die-hard commitment, we are laser-aimed at making change that matters. Join us!

PS: Be sure to get your copy of the All-Winners issue in August! Your votes have been tallied, and we’re celebrating the Top Dog Award Winners 2008, as well as Spot’s 2008 Cover Model! Special thanks to Alicia Dickerson of Four Legged Photo, and Kathy Covey of Cat Adoption Team, for their great efforts in getting these kitties to the studio for Spot’s June cover! All 4 of these beautiful babies have been adopted, but Kathy is quick to say: “There are hundreds still needing homes!”

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he day couldn’t have turned out better for the party. The weather came through after days, weeks of rain, grayness, chilly temps and drizzle. The sky was a beautiful spring-day blue, with temperatures just right for the festivities. There were 14 dogs and only one scuffle, over a pig-ear. Everyone got along really well, with lots of sniffing, running after each other and jumping in the wading pools to cool off. A few dogs had a blast leaping at the cookie monster piñata hanging from a tree

until it finally burst, spilling little dog biscuits all over the yard for all to enjoy. Even then, no fights! Everyone got a slice of the pureed chicken liver cake decorated like a tennis ball with two real squeaky balls on top. The gals at Bone-Jour Gour-mutt Bakery did an excellent job decorating it, and with fitting all four birthday names on top. The birthday dogs received lots of great gifts from their friends, like furry squeaky bone pillows, tug-of-war toys, more tennis balls, and of course, treats. There were even lots for the humans to enjoy. The company of other dog lovers, great barbequed hamburgers,

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and dog bingo with lots of cool dog-themed gifts. If that wasn’t enough, after most of the dogs and their humans had left, the birthday dogs and their one favorite friend got to go swimming at a lake just a short walk away. It was a day made in heaven and I would love to be a dog and have a day and birthday party like my wonderful best friends did. Maybe next year, we can locate a piñata that resembles a squirrel! – Vonnie Harris Vancouver, WA

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uppy teeth are razor sharp! If you have a puppy right now you know what I’m talking about. The good news is that it’s possible to teach your puppy to be gentle with their mouth and not bite so hard or often. There are several key ingredients to teaching your puppy not to be so mouthy — 1) Patience, 2) Consistency, and 3) Time. While you’re working on developing your puppy’s soft mouth it’s important to keep all three of these ingredients in mind and remember that you’re raising a little baby who speaks dog, and dogs use their mouths. So when your puppy grabs hold of your delicate skin and it hurts remember that he’s not intentionally trying to hurt you; he’s just being a puppy, and it’s your job to help teach him how to communicate with you in a different way.

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Mouthing Tips: • Chew This not That. Show your puppy what you want him to chew on when he chooses to put his mouth on inappropriate objects. Whether he’s biting you or chewing on your favorite sneaker, provide an alternative. • Sometimes yipping like a hurt puppy or saying “ouch” works, sometimes it doesn’t. Some puppies see this yipping as a sign of play and start bouncing around and biting harder. . . it’s almost as if they’ve realized that if they bite hard enough you turn into a squeaky toy. How exciting! • Walk Away. When your puppy is mouthing on you, the longer you stay and let him chew on you (while desperately telling him to stop), the more reinforcing it is for your puppy. The second your puppy’s mouth gets too hard, immediately walk away. I tell my puppy “oops,” then immediately stand up and walk away as if I am very disappointed that I can’t keep playing with her. You don’t have to leave for a long time. 30 seconds to a few minutes should be enough.

Be consistent and walk away every time your puppy begins using his mouth too much. • Time Outs. It’s not a bad idea to have your puppy wearing a leash when he’s in the house so you can easily pick him up and move him away from inappropriate objects or give him a short (30-second to 2-minute) timeout. Anytime your puppy needs a little calm-down time, say, “no thanks” then pick up the leash, walk him to a door (where you can easily separate him from the social interaction of being loose with you), open the door while keeping hold of the leash, put him on one side of the door then shut the door and stand on the other side (all the while keeping hold of the leash). Wait just a few seconds then go ahead and let him out to play again. Not all mouthing is bad, while it’s important to teach your puppy not to put his teeth on you in the first place, it’s even more important to teach him how hard is too hard. It’s okay to allow gentle mouthing for a few weeks so that your puppy learns when he’s gentle with his mouth playing can continue, but as soon as he gets too rough, play ends. Remember be to patient, consistent, and that with time your puppy will learn how to control his mouth and be more gentle. Jennifer 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@dogandcat.org. Or visit her Web site at www.dogandcat.org.

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Horses are at the heart of Hidden Meadow Ranch. More than 40 call the ranch home. Several well-trained horses are available for both experienced and first-time riders. Guest horses are housed in box stalls in the Outfitter Barn. Alfalfa hay is provided twice per day along with turnout time in the pasture. The stalls are bedded with shavings or straw, cleaned twice per day, and have automatic waterers.

A spring fed trout pond is the perfect setting for fishing, canoeing, picnicing, or just relaxing in the shade of the Pondarosa Pines Lancea LaPorte • Spot Magazine

o celebrate my official entrance into ‘middle age,’ I recently explored my childhood memories, hunting for the things that made me truly happy. I came up with a short list and set out to recapture some innocent joy! I’m happy to report that roller skating is still thrilling, that my mom still loves my macaroni necklaces, and that “summer camp” at a 5-star guest ranch with gourmet meals and world-class service is a blast! But this is not the summer camp I remember from my days in a humid, mosquitoinfested gulag in the Midwest. There are no squeaky bunk beds, communal showers, or lumpy oatmeal to be found. Hidden Meadow Ranch is a

White Mountains of Eastern Arizona. This boutique resort was just awarded “Most Excellent Ranch in the Americas” in Conde Nast Johansens’ 2008 Awards of Excellence. Best of all, I could bring my dog! Hidden Meadow is the most pet-friendly

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resort I’ve ever been to. In fact, animals outnumber people here. There are more than 40 horses, several cats, and a few dogs who call the ranch home. At the heart are the horses, who even have their own guest stalls. My traveling partner, Chica, a 9-year-old American Eskimo, was thrilled with the ranch. On arrival we were welcomed with cookies and lemonade for me and cool water and plenty of treats for her. We were then escorted to our cabin by a ranch-hand on horseback.

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Our home for the weekend was one of 12 private log cabins, luxuriously outfitted with leather couches, hand-carved wooden furniture, and décor crafted by White Mountain artisans. Each cabin can comfortably sleep five people, so Chica and I had plenty of room. We were immediately drawn to the view from the back porch. Chica ran down the steps into our fenced back yard to check out the dog house, a mini log cabin fashioned after the cabin. I let her joyfully explore her new territory, relaxed in a rocking chair, gazing into the distance and loving the quiet. At 8500 feet, the landscape includes tall Ponderosa Pines, whisper-

ing Aspens, and lush mountain meadows — a magnificent home to wildlife including elk, deer, wild turkey, antelope and bald eagles. The ranch sits on 150 acres of privately-owned land surrounded by the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, originally homesteaded in 1916 by the cattle-ranching Hall family. When current owners, Gary and Jeanne Herberger and Tim and Casey Bolinger, bought the ranch, it was being used as a youth camp. The foursome stripped and remodeled each cabin, installing spa-like bathrooms, wood-burning fireplaces of native stone, and beautiful art and antiques. A kitchenette with complimentary beverages and continued next page

Chica enjoys a sunny afternoon lounging on the porch and watching the squirrels run buy.

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HIDDEN MEADOW RANCH www.HiddenMeadow.com 866.333.4080 620 County Road 1325 Greer, Arizona 85927 Owners: Gary & Jeanne Herberger and Tim & Casey Bolinger

snacks, high-speed Internet, satellite radio, and games and puzzles add to the comfy feeling of home. After Chica had sufficiently sniffed every corner of every room I could tell she was ready to explore the ranch. On the way in, Chica had spotted and barked endlessly at horses in the pasture, and she pulled in that direction as if wanting to finish the conversation. We headed to the stables and visited a six-month-old draft horse, then continued to one of two stocked trout ponds on site. The larger spring-fed pond has a patio, small dock and shade trees, all making for the perfect spot for a picnic and a game of fetch in the water. I don’t know if it was the altitude, the fresh air, the hearty gourmet dinner and drinks at the Ranch House restaurant, the soak in the hot tub under the stars, or the king size feather bead, fine linens and down duvet — or perhaps the absolute silence, but I slept like a baby. It’s Hidden Meadow’s policy to not allow any 4-wheelers, mowers, leaf blowers etc. The only sound I heard when I awoke the next morning was Chica gently snoring at my feet and the horses breathing in the pasture 200 yards from my back porch.

I could tell it was going to be a good day. There were all sorts of activities to try and I was determined to experience them all. I rode one of the ranch’s well-trained horses to the top of Mt. Baldy (11, 420 ft), learned to shoot a compound bow, watched a blacksmith fit a stubborn horse with new shoes, took a leather crafting class from Shawna the activities director, and ended the day with songs, stories, laughter and, of course, s’mores around the campfire. Chica and I returned to our cabin to find the bed turned down, the lighting adjusted, candles lit, a crackling fire in the fireplace, and calming music on the stereo. My little dog looked up at me. I nodded my head and said “Yes, Chica, we’re a couple of very lucky girls!”

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Cowboy Bill entertained guests with his guitar while we enjoyed s’mores and sampled an impressive selection of fine wine and spirits.

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Best accommodations on the Oregon Coast Connie Theil • Spot Magazine

he votes have been tallied in Spot Magazine’s 1st annual Top Dog Awards, and though the winners in 44 categories are being kept TOP SECRET, the vacation destination category is unique, not a business or organization, and, well. . .I’m just gonna tell! The Oregon Coast was named in a landslide vote the favorite vacation destination for Pacific Northwest pet-lovers. The great news is there are some unparalleled hotels on the coast, and we’re shining the SPOTlight on a couple of the most popular. Nestled at the south end of Lincoln City, Ore., the Looking Glass Inn is blessed by low beach access and magnificent views of Siletz Bay and the Pacific Ocean. The inn is also downright perfect for people with pets. MaryAnn McGill, owner of the Looking Glass Ore city, says about 50% of all her guests bring their dogs n l o nc N, Li om along. “This is a place that’s pet-friendly and really N o I r r S pe LAS s t G g h clean.” She says many guests are amazed at how o g G , el /ni 2d KIN : $10 ximum g towdog LOO Y beautiful the pet rooms are. She says she and her o C d I ,a & ma POL eets p bags dog have been in other hotels’ pet rooms that she h PET s og oo wo d owls, p didn’t feel represented the hotel itself. T : S ERK water b P T Looking Glass is a boutique-style, friendly, profesPE and food ts sional hotel that caters to pets as much as to people. trea The staff believes that respect for canine guests begets respect, and so far have had little to no problems with their furry visitors. continued next page SPOT MAGAZINE

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Looking Glass Inn 861 SW 51st SW Ave Lincoln City, Ore. Email: stay@lookingglass-inn.com 800.843.4940 • 541.996.3996

Each pup gets his or her own gift basket containing two dog sheets, a towel, two bowls, pooper scooper bags and treats, and each room is appointed with luxurious dog beds. T logo appears on pet items just as th on the glasses and such provided fo people. There are bones at the front desk and every dog is welcome to enjoy a “continental breakfast” of treats. Nearby doggie clean-up stations allow folks to wash sand off paws after beach play. The beach is 60 seconds away, and there are no steep stairs or hills to climb, so older pooches easily make the trek. The bay water is calm and safe for canine swimmers.

Ester Lee Hotel 3803 SW HWY 101 Lincoln City, Ore. Email: esterlee@charter.net www.esterlee.com 541.996.3606

A scrapbook displayed at the front desk is filled with photos of many dog guests and their people. Unlike a non-pet-friendly hotel, the staff is eager to meet canine guests, encouraging people to bring their pups in to say hello. Dog guests mingle and play together in the dog area, made all the more enjoyable for its spaciousness, complete with picnic tables. During holidays, the Looking Glass boasts a Christmas tree for doggies, topped with a bone and loaded with holiday gift bags.

Another Oregon Coast hotel popular with pets and their people is The Ester Lee, also in Lincoln City. Comprised of charming cottages, most units in the unique beachfront hotel feature fireplaces, kitchens, and stupendous views of the Pacific. In fact, their motto is, “Ah, what I can see from the Ester Lee!” Owner Mark Baete is proud of his slice of heaven, operating now for 37 years. Baete says roughly 60% of his guests bring their dogs — and the Ester Lee welcomes any size. He says he understands well the continuing upward trend of pet-friendly hotels, and loves having dog guests. Paved paths to the beach are a plus for dogs, and everyone thrills at the whale-watching possible right from the rooms.

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Hello, Frida speaking. The boss asked me to visit three pet-friendly hotels in exchange for all the dog biscuits I could eat. Of course I said yes — I have been aching to meet Art, the infamous Director of PR (Pet Relations) at the Hotel Monaco, and here was my chance at last! Art is a very handsome three-year-old yellow Lab who manages everything pet at this opulent hotel. Art loves his job and his life today, and he is one lucky boy! Three years ago he languished alone in a backyard, with no one to love and little food. That’s when the Oregon Humane Society stepped in and rescued him. Now he enjoys friendships with many Monaco guests, and even gets to sneak into the elevator for a bite from returning room service trays. Every night he goes home with his “dad,” Joseph. Daryn White, of the Monaco, was kind enough to show me (and Connie) around. Art came too! Daryn showed how each furry visitor receives a fabulous gift basket filled with goodies, and I got one too! I loved the LazyDog original pup-pie rocky road brownie, and the Bark Vineyards Pinot Leasheo Fine Wine for Canines. I was especially

Art & Frida at Hotel Monaco pleased to see the all-important label, “No humans were used in the testing of this product.” A leash, bowl, place mat, pooper bags, a stuffed dog that looks just like Art (handsome!) and some peanut butter bones are also included. The Monaco sure knows how to treat pets! Helping people help their pets, the Monaco and OHS created a “Top 10 Pet Travel Tips,” a nifty little card each guest receives. Daryn says about 50% of their human guests bring dogs or cats to the Monaco (yes! they’re allowed!). She says the future of pet-friendly lodging is rosy, and that in fact she foresees a time when all hotels will be pet friendly. At the Monaco, dogs are allowed to do what THEY want to do, whether romping in the lobby or taking a walk. Yes, the staff will walk the dogs, anytime. It’s just one of the many amenities this hotel offers dogs! continued next page

There’s a change afoot in the lodging industry, the fourfooted kind, that is. All across the nation hotels and motels are changing the way they see and treat furry guests and their guardians. The aging of the baby boomers may have something to do with it, as the boomers no longer have children living at home, and lavish their time and affection on their other beloved “children.” Whatever the reason, the trend is rocking the hospitality industry. According to the BringYourPet.com, a leading directory of pet-friendly hotels and motels, 77% of polled travelers

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frequently take their best friends with them. Nearly 80% report staying at pet-friendly hotels each year — 16% more than six times a year. 84.6% travel with dogs; 6.3% with cats. The Chicago Tribune reports that the US Pet Industry is now worth a whopping $36 billion a year, double the amount spent just 10 years ago. It also reports that Americans spend more on their pets now than on children’s toys. One of Spot’s furry reporters, Frida, recently visited three of the most exciting and popular pet-friendly hotels in the Pacific Northwest. This is her report.

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The Monaco’s Red Star Restaurant has outdoor seating, and an indoor doggy potty area for guests who want to chill and not leave the hotel. If they do wish to leave, the hotel provides a list of nearby parks. Pet masseuse, Kathleen McGuire, provides complimentary pet massages, and pet psychic Faye Pietrokowsky is on site during Friday wine hours, 5-6pm, and also on call. The Monaco is also big on helping homeless animals. They have something called the charitable Martini, which

Lauren of Billings, MT frequently brings Sparky along when she travels to Portland for work.

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I was especially pleased to see the all-important label, “No humans were used in the testing of this product.” A leash, bowl, place mat, pooper bags, a stuffed dog that looks just like Art (handsome!) and some peanut butter bones are also included. The Monaco sure knows how to treat pets! – Frida, canine reporter Photo by Connie Theil

benefits worthy causes such as Senior Dog Rescue of Oregon. Daryn says her furry guests have caused little or no problems. Art makes sure of that. Art even has his own email, art@monaco.com, and a beautiful portrait in the front lobby. My next stop was the fabulous Vintage Plaza Hotel. I was greeted at the Vintage by the beautiful (and tastefully outfitted) Georgie, a cute Havanese pooch. Love that couture! Marianne Moissant, assistant general manager of the Vintage, shared that the Vintage has always been pet-friendly. She estimates that 20% of her guests each week bring pets along. Accordingly, the Vintage offers complimentary bowls, toys, poop bags and a dog bed. It also provides a list of vets and pet-friendly restaurants, so folks can dine with their best friends. A masseuse is on call for anyone desiring a rubdown after walking on the nearby waterfront. While I was surprised to learn the Monaco had once played host to a bald eagle, I was really surprised when Marianne topped that, saying past Vintage guests have included a variety of other creatures, including cats (no way!) cockatiels, frogs, and flying squirrels! Georgie, the Diva Dog as she is known, shares Art’s (of the Monaco)

passion for used room service trays. She also runs into the pizza kitchen occasionally, in hopes of a treat. The staff joke that as a hotel employee, Georgie is often written up for insubordination. Georgie can often be found sitting on the front desk, greeting visitors in her snazzy outfits, ever the queen. She also loves to help play the piano for guests in the lobby. When asked her thoughts on the future of pet-friendly lodging, Marianne said, “Only a few years ago, one or two people showed up with dogs. Now people treat their pets like family.” She went on to say that people seem to talk more and make friends easier with their dogs in the mix. The Vintage has a fun “Welcome Board” greeting new pet arrivals. During evening wine receptions (5-6) the Vintage hosts a pet dressup event and passes out frosty pops. Fun! In my next life, I want to be a Diva Dog like Georgie! Her motto is, “If I can improve the stay for just one traveler (human or non) I have done my job.” My last visit was at the elegant and historic Benson Hotel. Truly a bastion of beauty, the lobby is adorned with Circassian walnut from imperial Russia, Austrian crystal chandeliers and Italian marble. Dave Spacek graciously showed us around this grand beauty, built in 1912. Every sitting president since Woodrow Wilson has stayed here. Richard Nixon wrote his famous “Check-

ers” speech here (Checkers was Nixon’s Cocker Spaniel). Robert Goulet, the marvelous singer and dancer, was accompanied during one stay at the Benson by his beloved cat Zorba. He kept the staff hopping with requests for a certain high-quality designer kitty litter, which they happily found for him. Yes, even Elvis has stayed at the Benson. Every room at the Benson is pet friendly. Each is appointed with a beautiful “Ped-A-Pedic” memory-foam dog bed, especially nice for older pooches. Pups also receive a Goretex bowl, a copy of Spot Magazine, treats, pooper bags, a take-home gift and a pet-friendly guide of area groomers, doggie daycares, and off-leash parks. Massage and dog walking can be arranged. Dave says the Benson staff prides itself on flexibility, striving to please both human and canine guests alike. For folks who crave a little animal companionship but had to leave their beloved at home can request a goldfish be brought to their room for company. I want to live here forever! Well that’s my report. Now where are those dog biscuits we brought home?

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About 50% of their human guests bring dogs or cats to Hotel Monaco.

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Some of Spot’s favorite local Pet Lodging Cooper Mountain Kennels - Beaverton Ore. 503.649.4956 • coopermountainkennels.com Windy Ridge Kennels - Sherwood Ore. 503.625.6774 • windyridge.com Tail Wag-Inn - Dundee, Ore. 503.554.9000 • tailwaginn.com Sauvie Island Kennel 503.621.3204 • sikennels.com Howliday Inn - Portland,Ore. 503-230-1050 • thehowlidayinn.com Stay Pet Hotel - Portland, Ore. 503.288.7829 Nature’s Acre Boarding - Damascus, Ore. 503.666.4800 Susie’s Country Inn - Vancouver, Wash. 360.576.K9K9 • susiescountryinn.com

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A video clip on the BeBop website shows Tanya Roberts of Oregon Humane Society’s Behavior Department explaining that harnessing isn’t only important for safety, but is also a great behavioral tool, as it eliminates jumping into the front seat, or going from window to window. Roake’s mission goes beyond saving dogs’ lives with her products. She educates schoolchildren on the importance of kindness to and proper care of animals. Her company also contributes to many animal rescue groups, including OHS. Products to be sure to pack Another cutting-edge company making life easier for dogs and their people is Otto Step, also based in Oregon. Connie Theil • Spot Magazine In 2005, Tim and Debbie Rudzik wanted to take their adored St. Bernard/ Newfoundland., Otto, along for rides in their GMC. The big guy had trouble ore and more, people are hitting the road with their fourgetting up and in, so they had to lift him (even at four months he was BIG). legged friends, and safety is always a concern. Debbie’s father, Lee Ruthruff, had an idea. Using wood from a giant Spot met some of the companies working hard to make oak that had fallen in their yard, Ruthruff designed a step for Otto. It sure you and your best friend have many future trips took a bit of tinkering to perfect, as Otto didn’t like seeing the ground BeBop USA makes reliable, state-of-the-art dog p elow as he climbed. here in Oregon. Sue Roake, founder of Bebop, Otto Step was born. Everyone who saw it told the Ruzniks told Spot recently that people don’t realize ey should market it, and they did, knowing they had a good the injuries that can occur to pets who aren’t product that could help others. properly restrained in automobiles. “That’s why The Rudziks spoke to several vets who advised them we do what we do,” she says. “You need to that jumping from a pick-up or SUV is extremely hard on restrain a dog in your car, just as you would a dog’s spine, shoulders and knees, not only for older, a child.” arthritic pooches, but for younger dogs whose bones are Roake has seen horrendous injuries to still forming. dogs, having worked in the vet industry. Otto Step is no longer made from old oak, but glass-filled nylon She has seen awful neck injuries, and plastic, easily holding 200 pounds. At 18 x 20 inches and 2 inches even one poor little pooch who, seated thick, it slides easily behind the passenger seat. on his guardian’s lap, was killed by the This last safety product is an important one. airbag. Tracheal fractures can be caused by harnesses that fit up over the neck. Banfield Pet Hospital, another Oregon-based company, began making a tag in 2005 that signals when the interior of a car becomes BeBop has developed a Secure Fit too hot for a dog. The simple, small cardboard tag has a black heat Safety Harness System that protects sensor that turns white. This summer Banfield has already given out not only the pet, but also fellow pasover 11,000 tags through its 700 pet hospitals nationwide. sengers, who can be injured during an accident by a pet thrown by The pros at Banfield say on warm days, a car’s temperature can quickly impact. The primary focus of the developrise to 120°F or above, and can kill a pet very quickly and painfully. ment was a secure, comfortable fit that’s easy to put Banfield, a leader in the vet industry, is also a leader in compassion, with on, and that allows the dog to sit, stand and lie down while still many programs designed to help people and their pets, including helping in the harness. The harness swivels so the dog won’t panic. AniMeals (delivering pet food to needy folks and their pets), supporting OHS, Roake says she’s seen many inferior harnesses, usually made in and many other any worthy causes. Banfield Auto Alert Tags are available at China, that actually can cause harm. Banfield Pet Hospital at 1816 NE 82nd in Portland.

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Sweet love Chloe is an incredibly sweet, beautiful tortoise Siamese, who will be a blessing to a relaxed home with plenty of available laps for snuggling and hearts to make happy. She is thought to be about 11, has had her annual checkup, and is in good health. She does have a delicate tummy, better lately, thanks to Evo dry food. Chloe would love to meet you. To set a date, email Levin at lovevolvenus@gmail.com.

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Chryssy During a fundraising event last summer at Rockin’ Roxy’s Dog Daycare and Boarding , Chryssy fell madly in love with Eric, one of the owners of Rockin’ Roxy’s, and the feeling was mutual. Eric adopted her. Eric died unexpectedly March 24, and we are all at capacity for pets — and she needs a new loving home. Chryssy is social, energetic and cuddly. She will need more training but is smart and eager to learn. She would make a lovely addition to your family. If you would like to meet Chryssy, please call Tricia Thomas, owner of Rockin’ Roxy’s, 503.232.7699.

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Squeakers Squeakers may appear a bit standoffish, but if you talk to her softly and stroke her back and sides, her eyes half close with pure joy in her eyes. For information on adopting Squeakers or any other CAT kittens and cats, please visit www.catadoptionteam.org, call 503.925.8903, or visit the shelter at 14175 SW Galbreath Dr. in Sherwood, Ore.

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Indigo Rescue hitched to a star Last week, the Indigo Rescue Board meeting was attended by celebrity comedian/actress Elayne Boosler. Elayne lives in LA and is a big advocate for animals and animal welfare, and a fan of Indigo Rescue. She has supported Indigo over the past six years and is expanding her support by joining the board. Boosler the Indigo booster is currently writing some hilarious copy for the organization’s Oregon Canine U brochure. Very exciting!

Pro-Bone-O celebrates a decade Pro-Bone-O, a nonprofit animal clinic providing free veterinary services for the homeless people in the Eugene/Springfield area, celebrated 10 years recently with parties at two Bare Bones Dog Wash locations. For every dirty dog washed Pro-Bone-O received 50% of the cost. There was cake for the people and treats for the dogs, who kept folks busy all day. Spot was on the scene, continuing its Cover Model Search, all proceeds of from which went to Pro-Bone-O. Arthur Richards, of Animals-Only-Photography in Eugene, was also in on the fun. Pro-Bone-O operates solely by volunteer effort and donations. To support their efforts, send contributions to: Pro-Bone-O at PO Box 1823, Eugene OR 97440. To learn more about the agency, call 541.607.8089 or visit proboneo.org.

The Pearl goes to the dogs. . . and cats The Pets in the Pearl celebration is happening Saturday, July 19, 10am-3pm,. at Eco Trust Conference Center, 721 NW

Keep ‘em safe on the 4th The Oregon Humane Society offers the following tips to help ensure pets don’t run away on the 4th. Every year, shelters have their hands full dealing with lost dogs that bolted, cats that have gone missing and anxious owners. Some dogs become so frightened they take drastic action — crashing through a screen door, jumping out of a window or leaping a fence. Sadly, some pets are never recovered. There are ways to make the 4th safer and less stressful for pets. Keep them inside as much as possible (a few days before and after if your pet is extremely phobic about fireworks). If you find a stray, please keep them with you until your local shelter is open and ready to receive them.

M Make sure all pets, even indoor-only cats, have a collar &

I.D. tag that includes your name and phone. A microchip is a good idea.

M Fireworks start as soon as they start selling. Walk dogs early evening – well before nightfall – to prevent undue stress from noisy fireworks.

M During fireworks, keep all pets inside. Agitated pets should be put into a bathroom or room with no windows and a secure door (screen doors will not necessarily contain a charging dog). Don’t take dogs to large fireworks events.

M In extreme cases, ask your veterinarian about tranquilizers.

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Paws for a Cause The Humane Society for SW Washington is hosting Paws for a Cause, its 5th annual calendar contest. Lara Blair Images hosted the 1st annual Paws for a Cause portrait marathon, snapping 67 precious companions in three days. A small donation to HSSW got pet lovers a photo shoot & 5x7 portrait. LBI raised $1,199 to benefit HSSW, and a wonderful partnership was born. Participants from the portrait marathon are automatically entered. If you don’t have a

photo, call LBI for a shoot at 360. 834.4814. Deadline is July 31; multiple submissions okay. Entry is $25/photo (waived if submitted by LBI). Email digital photos to calendarcontest@southwest humane.org or mail photographs Attention: Calendar Contest 2121 St. Francis Lane Vancouver, WA 98660.

and though numbers are still being crunched, preliminary stats show that 12 dogs and 13 cats found loving homes. Spot was on site, shooting entries for its 2008 Cover Model Search in the Southern Willamette Valley, which continues at area events through August. Arthur Richards, of Animals Only Photography, was also on hand, getting acquainted and taking shots that can be viewed at his website, animals-only-photography.com.

ALERT – fertilizer may pose safety threat Cocoa bean mulch may be a gardener’s top choice, but can be toxic to dogs attracted to the sweet aroma. For a current report, visit the ASPCA at aspca.com.

Eugene Well-Fair a success Attendance at this year’s Well-Fair in Eugene was great, according to event organizers,

More tips at oregonhumane.org 9th in Portland’s Pearl District. Highlights include an open-air market featuring up to 70 petfriendly businesses, animals for adoption, a microchipping clinic, and appearances by Blaze of the TrailBlazers and Tom-a-Hawk of the WinterHawks. Also on tap: music by Z100, a raffle & more. Details petsinthepearl.com. Your pet can be part of the excitement. Just have them visit petsinthepearl.com, click ‘create a new team’ and start building his or her own fundraising web page. Encourage friends, family & co-workers to support your pet in his/her desire to raise the most funds to help homeless pets.

Casting call for kitties Meow Mix is hosting auditions for the best feline/human team to compete in its new Think Like a Cat game show, broadcasting on the Game Show Network

reinforced as children learn how to find answers to keep them safe. HSSW recognized Williams for her excellence in Humane Education and her continued efforts on behalf of the community and the Humane Society.

this Fall. Auditions are July 19 & 20 at the Convention Center Red Lion. Mark your calendars & spread the word! Details catadoptionteam.org.

Local Pre-School Director named Humane Educator of the Year Maria Williams, director of Little Acorn Pre-School, recently received the 2nd annual Humane Society for SW Washington (HSSW) Humane Educator of the Year award. For the past three years, Williams has ensured her preschool and kindergarten classes learn to respect and be kind to animals. Williams works with HSSW Humane Education Advocate, AG Flynn and her partner Cooper the dog, to teach children to ask appropriate questions in different animal-related situations. Problem-solving skills are

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A closer look brings an “Aha” moment of just what fuels Hendel’s passion. While BH’s live release rate for dogs is good in the context of national averages (“we can do better,” he says), the numbers for cats hurts the heart: out of every 100 cats taken in last year by BH, 62 were euthanized. “Many of these were sick or injured, but dead is dead,” says Hendel, “and that’s unacceptable.” So far this year the numbers have improved, with

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In 2007, the Bonnie L. Hays Shelter saved 77% of the dogs and 37.7% of the cats that entered the shelter. This is a great statistic given the fact that all animals are accepted at the shelter, including feral cats, aggressive dogs, sick kittens, injured animals of all kinds, and dogs that have bitten. A. Palarri Debra Hansen

These are the words of Gary Hendel, executive director of the Bonnie Hays Small Animal Shelter (BH) of Washington County. Operating within a county system can be a challenge for anyone, and Hendel’s approach is inspiring. Clearly fluent in thinking outside the box, he seems at once respectful of the confines that sometimes tie his hands while tireless in seeking to find the “ends” to loosen or even untie anything that might be bogging down the work of saving lives. Originally, somewhere between 1910 and 1920, the shelter was called Washington County Dog Control, according to Susan Field of BH. The original function was reimbursing farmers for loss of livestock by dogs. That shifted to dog licensing in the‘30s-‘40s, when the rabies vaccine became available, ostensibly to track those vaccinated to ensure public safety. In the 1970s, the need to house and adopt out stray and abandoned animals moved to the forefront, especially for dogs. It wasn’t long, says Field, before the shelter became overcrowded and overused. In 1994, longtime animal advocate and 14-year County Commissioner Bonnie Hays pushed for a new building. The Washington County Animal Shelter, as the building she worked for and saw completed in 1995 was called, became a memorial to Hays the following year, when she died of cancer. Mostly handling dogs and cats, the main function of BH today is accepting found, rescued and relinquished animals, and placing as many as possible in loving permanent homes. “Live release” is a phrase spoken quickly and often by Hendel. Live release means to place an animal in a permanent home, with a rescue, or another shelter. The alternative, of course, is euthanasia. Like most who head up shelters, Hendel is driven by the challenge of saving lives, and he’s adamant about wanting to “do better.” In 2007, says Handel, BH saved 77% of the dogs and 37.7% of the cats that entered the shelter. This is a great statistic given the fact that all animals are accepted at the shelter, including feral cats, aggressive dogs, sick kittens, injured animals of all kinds, and dogs that have bitten.

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Hendel’s goal for “his shelter” as he calls it in the tone of a protective parent, is 100% adoption or placement of all social, healthy animals. In other words, no healthy, socialized animal gets put down — period. In walking the high-wire of accepting new animals when there’s really “no room at the inn,” a huge part of everyday life for Hendel and his staff is screening incoming animals with extreme care, both for behavioral and medical well-being. For example, if a little dog is brought in because he bit the mailman, Hendel says they’ll look at the mechanism of the bite. Perhaps it wasn’t an aggressive bite, but rather that the dog was frustrated at being inside alone day after day for the past few years who, inadvertently getting out, finally got his shot at the guy who’s been tormenting him all these years throwing all that mail through the door.

Biters are watched closely during the 10-day quarantine period, and subjected to temperament testing, where BH staff “push all the animal’s buttons,” check for ear or hind-end sensitivity, take away its food bowl, etc. If all goes well, the dog may be made available for adoption, but the shelter goes further to protect the public. Potential adopters will also be screened in an effort to ensure they’re willing and able to manage the dog — and any special issues he may have — and enjoy a long, happy life. The cats that are driving Hendel crazy have different challenges. “If the shelter is overcrowed, one sneeze might be enough to send a kitty on its way to euthanasia, and that’s just not acceptable,” says Hendel. Sneezing is a sign of upper respiratory diease (URI), which is very prevalent in shelter environments. URI is like the common cold, and it strikes

“Cats are driving me crazy right now. Spring brings such an influx. We’re overloaded, and it makes me very, very sad.” — Gary Hendel

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A program launching in August, BH’s Pit Bull Training Academy is designed to graduate Pits with behaviors that make them more acceptable and desirable to landlords and property managers. the live release rate for cats reaching 45%. “What I am searching for,” says Hendel, “is to take 45% and make it 50, then make it 60.” There is an explanation for such numbers. Unlike “closed admission” shelters — which accept new arrivals only until full and then simply do not accept anymore until current shelter occupants are placed — BH must continue to accept animals however overcapacity the facility gets. That means animals must be moved out — through either live release or euthanasia — in order to accommodate more incoming lives. “Cats are driving me crazy right now,” says Hendel. “Spring brings such an influx. We’re overloaded, and it makes me very, very sad.”

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the most fantastic and desirable adoption candidates. The Great 8 exhibit can be seen at three local businesses, currently including Cupcake Jones in the Pearl District, a local bakery specializing in — you guessed it! The menu includes a selection of tasty treats for dogs, too. “We are so excited to have been included in this project,” said Cupcake Jones owner, Lisa Watson. “We got our lovely Lab mix, Brinkley, at the Humane Society two years ago, and feel like this is our opportunity to hopefully help other dogs have a chance at a great home. When we met our guy, he had been in two shelters for over a month. He was scared and shaking. We feel that if we hadn’t adopted him, he could have easily been one of these ‘Great 8s.’” Also participating is Club K-9, a boarding, daycare and training center for dogs in North Portland, and Tré Bone, a pet boutique in St. Johns. A fourth set of photos will travel, with the first installation appearing in the World Forestry Center’s coming exhibit, Wolf to Woof: The Story of Dogs, which explores the evolution of dogs from predatory animal to man’s best friend. Wolf to Woof runs Sept. 28Jan. 4.

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he Oregon Humane Society, local businesses and Portland pet photographer Alicia Dickerson of Four Legged Photo have launched The Great 8, a project giving the eight dogs residing longest at OHS a better shot at a second chance. While most OHS dogs are adopted within days, members of the Great 8 wait for months, or sometimes, even a year. The gallery-quality Great 8 Photography Exhibit was conceived by Dickerson, who herself shoots the “8” each month, seeking to capture the unique spirit within each dog and give them a chance to shine. Before their photo shoot, each dog is bathed, brushed and beautified for a great portrait. Several OHS volunteers assist in the project, with everything from bathing the dogs to replacing the portraits when a dog is adopted. Dickerson carefully selects the one shot of each canine she feels best portrays the dog’s special spirit. Each portrait is then tastefully framed in hardware donated by local framing stores. The portraits change as dogs are adopted, which Dickerson hopes will be frequent. “I want people to look at the photos and see how beautiful the dogs are,” says Dickerson. “For some reason these dogs have been overlooked multiple times at the shelter, but the photos are an invitation to really stop and see them. And when you spend a moment looking at the dogs, you will see that they are unique works of art. And it is clear that they each deserve a great home.” Sharon Harmon, executive director of OHS, says she’s amazed with the effects of the photos, saying they make members of the Great 8 pack look like

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very quickly in cats who are malnourished, in heat or stressed, and there are few better ways to stress a cat than placing them in a shelter. Because in BH’s world one animal occupying shelter space for 30 days can translate to the loss of as many as five other lives, medical well-being is of utmost importance. Which brings us to one of the ways Hendel is approaching his goal. “We’re hoping to get a modular isolation trailer in the back lot,” he says, “which would shift the scales in favor of the kitties.” While URI tends to be a death sentence for cats in shelters today, Hendel says with an isolation area, a cat infected with URI can be moved immediately and treated with antibiotics, ultimately to get well and be returned among the adoptables. “How many well kitties were euthanized last year?” muses Hendel. “Zero. Only the sick were.” However, he allows, “human nature allows us to get pretty creative in explaining to ourselves how unhealthy an animal is.” (Refer back a few paragraphs: one sneeze can mean death for a kitty.) So how does one take on such a daunting challenge? Creatively. In his two years at BH so far, Hendel and

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his staff have already made changes that are making a difference. “My staff and I tend to take euthanasia very seriously and we are really trying hard to never put down a social, healthy animal.” That being said, working within the confines of a standard county budget can be tough at times. For example, he says, “If a water bill doesn’t get paid it gets dealt with. If something goes wrong at the shelter, though, that’s a life lost.” One challenge of operating within the county is money. County budgets are set at specified amounts each year (BH’s is currently $1.8 million). This allows for the care of the healthy animals, but there’s not much in the budget to pay for the care of sick ones. Creativity in problem-solving is key. This past year, BH impounded an emaciated horse. BH had no funds to care for the horse, named Aurora, so it put the word out. The community responded with $2,000 in donations, ultimately more than Aurora required during her stay at BH. Hendel went to the powers that be to explain that more funds had been received than were needed, and requested and was granted permission to create the Aurora Fund — an account where donations for animal care

are maintained and used for animal care. They now have an emergency fund they can access when an injured dog or cat needs help. BH also established a building account, called the Shelter Enhancement Fund. Some of the first expenditures of these monies have included building a donor appreciation wall at the shelter, buying upbeat, attractive posters and frames (“now it looks much happier, not so much like a drab, grey hospital,” says Hendel). “We’ve even painted the formerly raw cinderblock walls in our adoption area a ‘happy mild yellow’ with the blocks painted to look like bricks. We even painted a fake window with a view of a field of trees in which a dozen animals are romping” (one small dog is lifting his leg, adding a note of humor to the whimsy). Two years ago the shelter’s live release rate for dogs was 76%; it has risen to 83.5% today. That means that 83 out of 100 dogs that enter the shelter find homes and, considering that some are old, sick or aggressive, these numbers are as good as any municipal shelter in the nation. Today, topping Hendel’s list of current goals, are: 1) 100% placement of social, healthy animals 2) The ability to treat animals with minor behavior and/or medical issues 3) Creating programs for greater success with hard-to-place animals, like large dogs, and what Hendel calls “Power breeds” (German Shepherds, Rottweilers, Pit Bulls, Chows) A program launching in August, BH’s Pit Bull Training Academy, directly addresses item #3. Last year BH handled 512 Pit Bulls and found homes for about 165. A few that came in were returned to owners, a few were placed in permanent homes. But “We didn’t adopt nearly as many as we could have,” says Hendel. The concept for the training academy is to graduate Pit Bulls with behaviors that make them

more acceptable and desirable to landlords and property managers. “The idea for the training program came from staff who want to save more lives,” says Hendel. “We looked around the Web and found a similar program existed in Northern California. We were able to work with these folks who let us ‘borrow’ their literature, and we’ve been able to learn from their mistakes. We didn’t have to reinvent the wheel.” Other goals on the hot list today include “blue light special” adoption campaigns, low-cost clinics with microchipping, vaccinations, licensing specials, and more. Watch community calendars and future issues of Spot for notice of such programs, which sometimes offer vital services at deep-deep discounts. On this note, Spot learned a must-share detail. Some pet owners have passed on having microchips implanted in their pets due to the cost of “joining” the national registry. Not an issue at BH. How can that be? BH maintains its own database so that if any dog or cat outfitted with its Avid microchip strays it can find its way back home. So even if, years later, you’ve moved to New York and your pet becomes lost there, as long as you’ve kept your whereabouts current with BH, when your pet is scanned in NYC, your info at Bonnie Hays will come up, and you can be found. During special clinics, all this can be had for as little as $10. Hard to find a reason NOT to take advantage of such an affordable, convenient safety net. These are just a few of the ideas in development and programs in the pipeline. Given the chance, Hendel will share a seemingly endless litany of possibilities. And the more you hear, the more you believe that if anyone can hit that 100% mark, it’s him. “I’m having a blast,” says Hendel. “I come to work every day with a smile on my face. “I grouse, and I get grumpy when I fail, but when I see that eight-yearold kid’s face light up with an armful of his first dog, it’s a joy.”

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• Summer Concerts now playing at the Noon — Kitten Road Show stops at 7:50am — Meet the Pet of the Week from Oregon Zoo. Great music & gourmet MCAS; tune into K103 radio. PetsMart ‘til 4. CAT volunteers take picnics at the zoo’s park-like amphitheplayful kittens to the outreach locations 7pm — DoveBowl 2008: A Dove35 event ater. Wednesday ZooTunes Concerts to join the cats on site in Clackamas, at Grand Central Bowl, 808 SE Morri($10) feature the best of World Music. Hillsboro, Tigard, Tualatin, Wilsonson in Portland. Alley cats unite to show Premium ZooBeat Concerts feature ville & Washington Square. Details off their moves in bowling & billiards. world-renowned artists at a great catadoptionteam.org. Admission $35 gets you fun, prizes, price. Tickets/Info oregonzoo.org or entertainment, dinner & 2 drinks. 12:30pm — Problem Pooch class at TicketsWest. Details thegrandcentralbowl.com. Oregon Humane Society in Portland. 9am — Adoptable Cats & Kittens at Group discussions led by an OHS Gresham PetsMart 9-9 daily. Adopbehavior specialists for those entering tion counseling Tues-Sun noon-4 pm. or considering pet parenthood. Details 10 Thursday Details catadoptionteam.org. oregonhumane.org. 9am — Pet Loss Support Group at 6pm — Dove Tours. Learn all about 2pm — Bark in the Park at PGE Park in DoveLewis, 1945 NW Pettygrove in DoveLewis & go behind the scenes Portland. Take your dog to the ballPortland. at the hospital in NW Portland the game! Don’t have a dog? OHS will be st rd 1 Tues & 3 Wed every month. at the game with adoptables. Tour lasts about an hour. RSVP to 11 Friday rsvp@dovelewis.org. 7:05pm — Adoptable pups from Green6 Sunday hill will run the bases in the 7th inning 11am — Cat & Dog First Aid with the 2 Wednesday stretch of the Eugene Emeralds’ baseAmerican Red Cross. If your dog or ball game at Civic Stadium. 7:50am — Meet the Pet of the Week from cat suddenly stopped breathing or MCAS; tune into K103 radio. broke a bone, would you know what to do? Pets’ first aid needs are different than humans’. Topics: rescue breath3 Thursday ing, treating shock, choking, bleeding, suspected fractures & sudden illnesses, Noon — Pet Loss Support Group at including poisoning. Cost $60; DoveLewis, 1945 NW Pettygrove in Portland. Noon — Cat Food Bank open ‘til 4 at CAT’s shelter, 14175 SW Galbreath 6:30pm — Basic Manners Dog Training Dr. in Sherwood. Provides cat food for class at Oregon Humane Society in owners in financial need or receiving Portland. Class also offered July 12, government assistance. 17 & 26. Details oregonhumane.org.

12 Saturday 9am — Bastille Day Celebration ‘til 7 at Jamison Square Park in Portland’s Pearl District. Highlights: doggie fashion parade (bring your glam baby!), a pet/people photo booth, adoptables, Bastille Day dog toys, treats & fashions from LexiDog to benefit OHS. 9am — Older Than Dirt & Just a Little Odd. Garage Sale to benefit Homeward Bound Pets, Yamhill County’s no-kill shelter, at Western Title, 12th & Baker in McMinnville. Items to include: antiques, art, books, clothing, electronics, furniture, jewelry, tools & more. Donations accepted through July 11; volunteers welcome. Details 503.472.3154. 10am — Animal Planet Expo ‘til 4 at Fern Hill Park, NE 37th Ave. & Ainsworth Street in Portland. Games, activities, interesting animals to meet, adoptable cats & more. Continues tomorrow. Details oregonhumane.org. 10am — Greenhill Humane Society of Eugene joins the KidJam Celebration

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at Island Park in Springfield ‘til 3. Free 16 Wednesday fun-filled day of activities & excitement. 7:50am — Meet the Pet of the Week from Greenhill will be on site with a kids MCAS; tune into K103 radio. activity, info & adoptables. 10am — Moo at the Zoo. Oregon Zoo’s Trillium Creek Family Farm hosts a day dedicated to the cows. 10am — Overcoming Fear & Timidity class with CDT Nancy Yamin in Eugene. TTouch helps dogs become less fearful. Details MuttsBetter.com or 541.485.8001.

10am — Pets in The Pearl to benefit 2pm — Could yours be a therapy dog? Learn about volunteering with DoveLewis & Cat Adoption Team at your dog or cat through Delta Society. the EcoTrust Center, NW Johnson & Everyone’s welcome; free. Irving in Portland ‘til 3. Dove & CAT’s 3rd annual festival features an outdoor 6:30pm — Basset Games Barbeque at pet mall with live music, refreshments, Legion Park in Woodburn. Basset 17 Thursday raffle prizes, pet adoptions, vaccine Games tomorrow; details July 20. & microchip clinics, animal experts 7pm — Pet Loss Support Group at 7pm — ZooLaLa at the Oregon Zoo. A & more. DoveLewis, 1945 NW Pettygrove in fun-filled evening of fine dining, dancPortland. 10am — Proper Greetings & Good Behaving & entertainment under the stars. ior class in Eugene with CDT Nancy Culinary delights from top restaurants, Yamin. Positive training techniques bakeries, breweries & wineries. Details & proven theory for a great dog. At 19 Saturday 503.220.2492. Amazon Community Center. Details • Fetch Unleashed at Oregon Humane MuttsBetter.com or 541.485.8001. Society. An elegant evening of music,

11am — Greyts Sports Day at PetUtopia in Beaverton ‘til 5. Benefit for the Homes for Hounds Greyhound Rescue, which dancing, food & furry friends, starting 11am — Adoption Outreach at Lexi Dog 20 Sunday lost its kennels in a fire last January and with cocktail hour in the award-winning at 5th Street Market in Eugene with needs continued support in rebuilding. OHS rose garden. Greenhill Humane Society ‘til 4. Details 10:30am — Basset Hound Games at Visit canine sports fanatics, see demos. Legion Park in Woodburn. Bassets, 541.689.1503. Free; details petutopia.com. 9am — Zoo Photography 101 for ages owners and Basset lovers welcome 16-adult at the Oregon Zoo. Learn tech- Noon — Adoptable Kitties at area to come out & play and compete for Noon — Adoptable Kitties at area niques for getting good animal photos. PetsMart stores noon-4 today & tomormedals (1st-3rd) in contests like best PetsMart stores noon-4 today & tomorZoo members/$75, non/$85. row. Details catadoptionteam.org. trick, tail-wagging, napping, best row. Details catadoptionteam.org. costume, howling, endurance sitting 10am — Open Auditions for the Think Like Noon — Rabbit Adoption Outreach 12:30pm — Finicky Feline class at (no obedience-trained pups please), a Cat game show at Red Lion Conwith Rabbit Advocates at Western Oregon Humane Society in Portland. longest ears, synchronized swimvention Center ‘til 4 & tomorrow 11-5. Pet Supply in Beaverton ‘til 3. AdopGroup discussions led by an OHS ming & more. Registration $10/pup You & your cat could be one of eight tions, education & nail trims. Details behavior specialists for those entering for unlimited event entry. 1st Waddle teams, selected from auditions across adoptarabbit.org. or considering pet parenthood. Details parade of Bassets at 3:30. Details the country, competing for $1 million. oregonhumane.org. 503.838.5126. Details catadoptionteam.org.

13 Sunday Noon — Shy Dog Workshop at Oregon Humane Society. Learn techniques to build your dog’s confidence & good manners. 5:30pm — Dog Massage class with Rubi Sullivan of Heal Animal Massage at Pet Utopia in Beaverton. Bring your four-legged & learn basic strokes. Heal provides one-on-one training, take-home info & dog beds for class. Cost $35; RSVP/details healnw.com or 503.380.4487.

15 Tuesday 6pm —Volunteer/Foster Care Orientation at Greenhill Humane Society in Eugene. Exciting opportunities to work with Greenhill staff & animals. Volunteers needed in all areas: dog walkers, kennel cleaners, cattery workers & admin.

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• SPOT Magazine 1st Annual Winners 7am — DoveLewis Golf Tournament at August 5 Langdon Farms in Aurora. Shotgun Bash. Details pg 25. 6:30 — Aging Pet Seminar at Cornell start at 8. Not your average 4–person 10am — Loose Leash Walking class in Road Veterinary Hospital in Hillsboro. scramble. Unique contests, raffle prizes Eugene. Fun class teaches your dog Did you know that at age 7 your pet is & eats. Details dovelewis.org. to focus on you, respond to name & considered a senior? Attend this free not pull. Taught by CDT Nancy Yamin seminar & learn important info on how at Amazon Community Center. Details to make them the best years of your 30 Wednesday MuttsBetter.com or 541.485.8001. pet’s life! Space is limited; RSVP to 503.693.1598. 7:50am — Meet the Pet of the Week from 10am — Pet First Aid at Howl at the Moon 21 Monday MCAS; tune into K103 radio. in Vancouver. 4-hour seminar ideal for 1pm — Memorial Art Workshop at pros & experienced pet DoveLewis in NW Portland. Families owners. Taught by lecture, 1-2:30, ages 16-adult 3-4:30. Certidemo & hands-on practice fied grief counselor Enid Traisman, Alicia Dickerson & Maya at (using demo & real dogs). MSW, facilitates. Free; RSVP to $50 includes workbook & cerBark in the Park dovelewis.org/giftshop. tificate of completion. Details Portland Timbers Game howl-at-the-moon.com. 7pm — Pet Loss Support Group at DoveLewis, 10564 SE Washington Noon — New Seasons BBQ to in Portland. support Oregon Humane Society. Stop by your local New Seasons today ‘til 4; grab a bite & a beverage 22 Tuesday and give OHS a boost. 6:45pm — Dogs on Parade at Hillsboro Noon — OHS Adoption Tuesday MarketPlace, emceed by Outreach at Clackamas Kimberly Maus of FOX 12 Oregon. PetsMart ‘til 4. Former Hillsboro Police Chief Ron Louie & his companion Greyhound are 1pm — Ferret Out A Friend! Cascade Don’t miss parade marshals. Participants gather in Ferret Network’s 7th annual Ferret Civic Center at 6:45 for a 7pm start. Awareness Day at Oregon Humane $1 donation to participate; proceeds Society in Portland ‘til 5. Raffle, photos, support the 7,200 pets at Bonnie free vet exams, auction of unique ferret Hays Small Animal Shelter. Contests items, new & used ferret supplies, litat 7:30 in Civic Center include Dog/ July 26th erature, prizes, a shelter ferret playpen owner look-alike, Best vocalist, Best Details pg 25. & more. Free; details 503.231.0887 or costume, Biggest dog, Best hot dog. cascadeferret.org. Prizes by PetsMart.

5:30pm — Dog Massage class with Rubi Sullivan of Heal Animal Massage at Sellwood Dog Supply. Bring your four-legged & learn basic strokes. 1on-1 instruction, take-home info & dog beds provided. Cost $35; RSVP/details healnw.com or 503.380.4487.

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6pm — Yappy Hour at Urban Wineworks, 407 NW 16th Ave. in Portland ‘til 8. Cer11am — OHS Adoption Outreach at tified Master Groomer Angela Jacobs 7:50am — Meet the Pet of the Week from Gresham Petco. answers grooming questions & offers MCAS; tune into K103 radio. 2pm — Intro to Herding at Oregon nail trims. Doggie spa swag treats Humane Society. Ever wondered if from Lexi Dog & complimentary masyour dog would like to herd sheep? sage by Rubi Sullivan of HEAL. Details 25 Friday Interested in official herding trials? oregonhumane.org 11am — Adoption Outreach at West Coast Local herding breed trainers Richard Bank, 1005 Green Acres Rd. in Eugene & Catherine Spencer-Mills teach the with Greenhill Humane Society ‘til 4. basics in herding commands, training Details 541.689.1503. definitions, trailing, trainer and livestock selection. Details oregonhumane.org. August 2

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26 Saturday • Mountain Dog Meetup [Bernese, Greater Swiss, Entelbuchers, Appenzeller] the last Saturday of the month at Fernhill Park (southwest corner), at NE 41st & Ainsworth in Portland. Details 503.282.6707.

28 Monday • OHS Classic Golf Tournament. An afternoon of golf, dinner & fun at Columbia Edgewater Country Club. Details oregonhumane.org.

9:30am — DOGPAW’s grand opening of Vancouver’s newest dog park, the Dakota Memorial Off-leash area, named after Dakota, a Vancouver K-9 Police dog killed last year in the line of duty. Party, sponsored by Castor and Pollux, runs ‘til 3. Details 503.932.7553.

August 10 4pm — Dove35 Birthday Party at Pioneer Square ‘til 8. Celebrate DoveLewis’ birthday with a community-wide art project. Details dovelewis.org.

August 24 3pm — Jake’s Dog Days of Summer ‘til 10pm. Your once-a-year chance to sit outside Jake’s Famous Crawfish with your dog & (both) enjoy a great meal from one of the best-loved kitchens in town. Jake’s donates all proceeds to DoveLewis.

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