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Spot’s 1st annual Top Dog Award Winners Meet the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners, voted by YOU as the leaders of the pack in their specialties. In addition to proﬁles on the 1st place winners, the directory features numerous Top Dogs as well — making for a great source of referrals for the Best in the Biz.

12 Featured Top Dog — Doggy Delight Placing in six categories: 1st Boutique, 1st (tie) Cat Groom, 1st Dog Groom, 1st Dog Spa, 1st Dog Groom, and 3rd Bakery, Doggy Delight deﬁnitely took best in show! Check their Winner Spotlight and get acquainted.

25 Featured Top Dog — Lucky Lab Restaurant and Brew Pubs While in very good company with a number of popular pet-friendly restaurants and pubs around Portland, Lucky Lab won both categories in a landslide with a TON of votes! Check their Winner Spotlight and get acquainted.

8 Ruckus Rulz! Ruckus the English Bulldog loves his new gig as a Spot reporter. He hunts up the toys and gear he can’t live without, then sends a report (and a photo showing how good he looks!). This month: The Beast Rider.

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: Calm Door Greetings

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

35 Featured Top Dog — Rose City Veterinary Hospital

41 Fetch - Rover Romp takes off in Eugene - Great photos, great price, great cause - Grand opening of Dakota Memorial Park is Aug. 2 - The dining event of the season, RSVP for dinner at Jake’s - An oh-so-French feline event in Sherwood - The Pearl is a Corgi’s best friend - Never Alone Pet Sitting opens in Eugene/Springﬁeld - The Hillsboro Dog Assoc. takes treats to the park - Bones and Brew boosts the zoo - Whole Foods introduces good chow for dogs - OHS announces photo contest winner - Beating the heat means saving lives - Paciﬁc Pug Fest — circle the date!

Placing in four categories: 1st Veterinary Practice, 1st (tied) Cat Daycare, 1st (tied) Cat Medical, and 3rd Cremation/Memorial Services, Rose City is clearly a fave with Spot readers. Check their Winner Spotlight and get acquainted.

28 Beloved Dove turns 35 What began as an effort to provide care during hours the founding group of vets (and a businessman) were unavailable, DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital has evolved into a trust and beloved source of comfort, learning, support, and yes: the best in emergency pet care.

Don’t miss Dove’s 35th birthday party Aug. 10! 8

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Our Mission

VOL. 4 • NO. 1 August 2008 Contributing Writers Joan Callander Kristan Dael Jennifer DuMond-Biglan Connie Theil

Contributing Photographers Alicia Dickerson www.FourLeggedPhoto.com Marnie McCammon Connie Theil

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

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

SPOT’S 2008 COVER MODEL SEARCH WINNER

Advertising Mickie Aerne-Bowe Portland w/ Libby, Bogie, and Ruckus Mickie@SpotMagazine.net

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Robyn Broadbent Name: DESTRY Breed: Leonberger Age: 5 People/Pets: Dad Don and his new brother, Wyatt, born May 26th. Destry missed the Winners Bash as he was away collecting his new brother! Stomping Grounds: Dakota Memorial Park in Vancouver. Turn-ons: Raw bones — that’s what he loves. And bananas. And kids, as Leonbergers do. Turn-offs: Cats! Special notes: Destry is a Delta Society Therapy Dog at Shriner’s Children’s Hospital. Destry has his AKC Good Citizen Certification and has participated in the READ (Reading Education-Assisted Dog) program at Camas Library. In his other life, he is the TOP WINNING Leonberger in the US, ranked in the top two for the last 3 years. With 24 Best in Shows in his career, he is a star, known all over the country. Destry’s goals for the future include competing in the big national AKC shows, like Westminster. Don says Destry “has a great personality. He’s a comedian, as many Leonbergers are. He does something funny every day. They are really smart dogs.” Photo by Alicia Dickerson • Four Legged Photo

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

appy Birthday to Spot! The magazine turns 3 with this issue, and we’ve been partying all month long! What better way to celebrate than to present the Best of the Best in Pacific Northwest pet professionals. You voted, and your winners are all here, in a directory built to pull out and keep handy for the absolute best in whatever your pet may need this year. Spot readers are shameless when it comes to our babies! We dress them up, pamper them silly, celebrate their birthdays, include them in daily life and special occasions, and tailor not only our

travel plans, but our very lives, to accommodate them. And we do it with pleasure. And now you have in your hands the best referral for pet services and products next to a trusted friend: these winners are the best according to you and your fellow Spot readers. In addition to the Top Dog Award winners, check out our beautiful cover models, page 26. These babies posed at the Pet & Companion Fair last spring, ponied up a few bucks for spay/neuter (thank you!), and patiently waited for their moment in the SPOTlight. And here they are! In case you’re wondering, our winning cover boy Destry was chosen randomly; no way I’m judging these babies — they’re all beautiful to me! I’m sure you’ll agree.

Like to put your baby in the SPOTlight? Turn to page 37 for details on See Spot Smile! — part of the Wolf to Woof celebration at World Forestry Center — and get your photo in asap! As Spot grows, so does our community involvement, our efforts in rescue and spay/neuter, and our partnerships supporting all the organizations serving pets and their people in the Northwest. I hope you’ll join us as we grow stronger, becoming ever better at doing the most good for the greatest number. It’s glorious,

Editor’s Note: The following note accompanied a voter’s submission in the Top Dog Award voting.

To the editor: reetings! Last Sunday at the Healthy Pet grand opening [in Eugene], my son Chris bought the Spot Bag of goodies, and you and Marnie photographed his beloved tiny black and white Chihuahua, Belle. I just wanted to tell you how happy it made Chris. Last Thanksgiving he had a brain aneurysm, and it was touch and go. I’m sure that Belle helped him pull through and heal so quickly. The prospect of seeing Belle’s photo in your great little magazine has given Chris something fun to look forward to. Thanks so much, Carole Biondello

ur family believes that DOGS DIG IT!!! is the best dog care place ever!! My 3 Cairn Terriers love to visit. As soon as we are within 3 blocks they start going nuts. They are so excited to get to play with their other buddies and the nice people who are so attentive and loving toward them. The first time I took them the caregivers did an evaluation test with them before they put them in with others to make sure it was going to fit. I really appreciated the extra care they show my guys. Dogs Dig it in Portland OR is the best!! Laddie, Louie, Gracie & Jaci Mallinson

gratifying work — and it’s a blast! You’re always invited to jump in and help us help others. In closing for now, all of us here at Spot thank you SO MUCH for 3 wonderful years, and we invite you to stick close for the fun ahead. We treasure your input, efforts and connections, and look ahead with great anticipation — while standing here today with a little birthday cupcake (with a pawprint on top, of course!), smiles and happy hearts.

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Training

Learning On The Spot Jennifer DuMond Biglan, BA, CPDT • Spot Magazine

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ouldn’t it be wonderful if your dog sat quietly at the door when the bell rang, rather than crowd you for a position to greet, or eat, the visitor? Training Tools: • High-value treats: hot dog, cheese, hamburger, chicken, etc. • Eventually you will need someone to help you ring the doorbell, but not until you have the foundation behaviors in place.

Step 1: Decide what you want your dog to do when someone knocks or rings the bell, and then teach your dog what you want them to do. I ask my dogs to sit on a rug about 3 feet away from the door until I release them. Working with your dog off leash, gather all of your training tools and walk to the door. Ask your dog to sit (position yourself so that he sits easily in the location you want), and as soon as his butt hits the floor, reward, then release, using your release cue. Repeat this process of cueing a sit, rewarding, then releasing, 5-10 times. When it’s easy for

How it looks: 4. Sit, Reward, Slowly Open Door, Reward, Close Door, Reward, Release (repeat until your dog is successful 8 out of 10 times) 5. Sit, Count to One, Reward, Slowly Open Door, Reward, Close Door, Reward, Release (always reward before releasing) your dog to do and he’s not hesitating or getting up before you release him, increase the amount of time you ask your dog to sit before you release him.

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How it looks: 1. Sit, Reward, Release 2. Sit, Count to One, Reward, Release (always reward before releasing) 3. Sit, Count to Two, Reward, Release Problem Solving: If your dog is getting up and moving before you release him, you are asking him to sit longer than he is capable. Back up to where you were having success and continue working there until your dog is able to have success 4 out of 5 times, then increase the level of difficulty. Once your dog is easily able to sit for 5 or more seconds before you release him, begin adding the door opening, then knocking or bell ringing.

Keys to Success Gradually increase the level of difficulty: Step 1: Sit until released at the front door without any distractions. Step 2: Sit until released at the front door if you open the front door. Step 3: Sit until released at the front door if you open the front door and someone is standing outside. Step 4: Sit until released at the front door if someone knocks on the door. Step 5: Put it all together, sit at the door when someone knocks and your dog isn’t expecting it. If any of the previous steps are weak your dog will continue to struggle with this step. 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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It’s a bird, it’s a plane! Nope, it’s just me, Ruckus, cruzin’ down the road on my dad’s Harley! Boy have I got a cool thing for all of you this month, and just in time for the 1s See SPOT Ride. My new Beast R has arrived! My ‘Beasty’ is ju as comfortable as my bed, and far more fun. Just a few straps and it’s safe and secure for me to ride passenger on Dad’s bike. Of course I’d rather be driving, but sometimes even Bulldogs have to take the back seat. Let’s just think of it as a chauffer driven Harlousine! Each of these amazing seats is custom built for each dog. They fit from 5-75 pounds safely and comfortably, so even my sister Libby or my brother Bogie can go if they want!

Check them out for yourself at www.beastriders.com, or call 800.735.7372. Deb is the owner and she is REALLY helpful. She helped my mom measure me for my harness and K-noggles so everything fits just right. Oh, yeah: my K-noggles! Don’t forget to check them out too! They don’t even squish my eyes, so I can see the sites while cruzin’ down the road! Remember to tell them that Ruckus sent you and they will take really good care of you, too! Don’t forget that if you have a favorite person, place or thing that your pet can’t live without you can email me at Ruckus@spotmagazine.net, and maybe I can check it out. Even as picky as a Bulldog is, you never know, it could be my favorite! Smell you soon,

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Simba Hello everyone my name is Simba and I am a nine year old, 15 lb. Corgi/Terrier mix with a true rescue story. I was brought to Portland nine months ago from Beirut, Lebanon by a wonderful rescue group. I had a home most of my life until my dad told my mom that she needed to “get rid of me” or she had to get out and take me with her! I was so lucky to be rescued and brought to the U.S. where I hope to find my forever home. I am GREAT with other animals, both doggies and kitties, and I am very, very loving. I do bark when new people come into the house, but as soon as they give me a little pet I will sit right next to them and happily take pets! I walk wonderfully on a leash and love to go for strolls and smell the roses, but I don’t require much exercise. I am perfectly house- and crate-trained. Because I spent most of my life very hungry I do get nervous about sharing my food, so I would like a home with no kids under 12 please. I am fixed, vaccinated and microchipped. If you would like to meet me and maybe give me the home I dream so much about, please contact the Pixie Project at info@pixieproject.org or 503.542.6433. Sincerely, Mr. Simba A. Sweet

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Hear that Roar? That’s me Ruckus cruzin’ down the road in my new Beast Rider!

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Apparel-cont. Community Involvement Ruff Wear is committed to preserving wild lands and waterways, providing important habitat for wildlife and recreational opportunities. Ruff Wear partners with The Conservation Alliance to give back to the special places so important to canines and humans. Additionally, Ruff Wear works with regional grass roots organizations, giving back to the canine community while further enhancing the bond between humans and canines.

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Community Involvement, Special Notes Each year, almost 9,000 animals are adopted through the Oregon Humane Society, more than 900 reports of animal abuse and neglect are investigated, 20,000 children are taught humane education, and hundreds of nursing home residents are visited by animal-assisted therapy volunteers and their animals.

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Apparel RUFF WEAR 561 NW York Dr Bend Ore 97701 888.783.3932 www.ruffwear.com Established 1994 Mission Ruff Wear’s mission is to enhance and inspire an active lifestyle with dogs through innovative, quality products and apparel. Ruff Wear’s Gear For Dogs On the Go® provides safety, convenience and style. The beneﬁts and performance are appreciated by all, from the family dog out for a daily walk to the demands of working dogs such as Guide Dogs for the Blind and Search and Rescue canines. Signature Product or Service Fall of 1992, Ruff Wear began with a challenge as Patrick Kruse, the company founder, was mountain biking in Los Padres National Forest near Santa Barbara, California. A friend expressed the need for a convenient solution to provide her dog Moqui access to drinking water. The idea for the collapsible food and water bowl was born.

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If you are looking for the ulti-mutt in spoiling your pampered pooch it’s worth the visit to Bone-Jour GourMutt Dog Bakery located in the West Linn Central Village. Here you’ll ﬁnd wholesome, healthy dog treats baked fresh daily. All treats are baked with Bob’s Red Mill Flours and have NO wheat, corn, soy, salt or preservatives. Each recipe and all ingredients have been carefully gone through by two veterinarians, and an additional seven vets purchase these treats for their own dogs. Bone-Jour was created out of the love of the owners for their Wire Fox Terrier who was a rescue dog. His mistreatment left him with severe allergies. A healthy alternative was to bake fresh treats. The treats soon became a requested item from friends and family, and then grew to friends of friends. It became apparent that it was time to open a shop that any dog could come to and have a wonderful bonding experience with their owner and at the same time enjoy healthy treats. Bone-Jour looks like a “French Bakery.” Dogs are welcome. There is even a boutique full of gifts, dog clothing and accessories, and custom gift baskets that will have any pampered pooch shopping in style. We think that Bone-Jour is an idea of its time. Claim to Fame Think of it as an experience, not just another doggie store.

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WINNER SPOTLIGHT • WINNER SPOTLIGHT • WINNER SPOTLIGHT • Doggy Delight is many things. The boutique and spa offers grooming, a self-service dog wash, all things boutique and spa, and — last but not least in the stellar lineup: a bakery. When asked how she manages the many facets of her business so successfully, Watters says that balance and time management are key. Watters originally wanted to open her unique boutique in 2001, but as she shared her concept with others she found many nay-sayers. No one seemed to think a dog boutique would fly. In 2004, she took the plunge. And she’s never looked back. Originally the business’s emphasis was grooming and self-service wash. Then the boutique took off like wildfire. When asked why so many people (and their furry friends) love Doggy Delight, Watters attributed it to the small family atmosphere and that the owner is on site. “We identify what the dog needs,” she says. “We find answers for our clients and we give personalized attention.” One client, a sweet Cocker Spaniel mix, puzzled his guardian by gently

ramming his face into her hands after visiting Doggy Delight. The woman asked Watters what she thought. Laughing as she tells the story, Watters says it turned out the furry guy was trying to replicate the blueberry facial he had received at the spa! In addition to canines, Doggy Delight’s clients have included cats, ferrets, raccoons, and even pygmy goats. One day a new arrival, when asked whether she had a dog or a cat, opened her carrier, and out popped a tiny wallaby, who proceeded to hop all over the store. Watters says even when the economy slows down, it’s important to spend enough on our pets. Consistent grooming and good food (they sell Solid Gold and California Natural, both excellent) can save a great deal in vet bills later on. The spa experience includes blueberry, laurel and other scents that relax and calm. Furry clients love the affection and attention of the pampering experience. Check out Doggy Delight. Your best friend will thank you!

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Behaviorist KIRSTEN NIELSEN PhD Classes offered exclusively at Schroeder’s Den Daycare for Dogs 2110 NW Aloclek Dr Suite 620, Hillsboro Ore 97124 Private training by appointment: 503.307.3168 www.kirstenn.com Kirsten Nielsen, Ph.D. has been a professional dog trainer since 1995. She currently runs the weekly “Puppy Romp” and teaches classes exclusively at Schroeder’s Den Daycare in Hillsboro, as well as offering private consultations. Rather than relying on one particular training method, Kirsten helps owners discover what works best in their situation. Established 1995; Became CPDT (certiﬁed pet dog trainer)in 2002 Philosophy/Mission Rather than relying on one particular training method, I prefer to help you discover what works best for you and your dog. In general, I emphasize using praise and intrinsic rewards (e.g., getting attention) to teach dogs good habits in any situation. With this approach, owners can achieve results even if treats or training equipment are unavailable. I strive to be the best teacher I can so that my students understand the philosophy behind the training. That way they can adapt to any new training challenges they encounter. Above all, I want to help owners provide a better life for their dogs through understanding their dogs’ needs and through fun and effective training. Signature Product or Service Puppy Romp — a weekly play hour we established as a safe way to socialize puppies.

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BEHAVE CANINE SOLUTIONS 503.488.5555 • www.behavetraining.com

DOGTOWN 503.669.8081 • dogtownpdx@hotmail.com

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Boarding DOGS DIG IT 1132 SE Salmon Portland Ore 97214 503.236.8222 www.dogsdigit.net Established 2006 Proprietor Janel Hanson & Ellie Davis Philosophy/Mission A tired dog is a happy dog. Dogs Dig It truly is the BEST dog daycare, overnight boarding and pet transportation in Portland! We are Portland’s largest dog daycare, with over 13,000 sq feet of play space. We provide indoor and outdoor areas, along with play structures, pools, massage, bathing and overnight boarding. We have 24hour on-site care for boarding. Other perks includes a shuttle bus and watching your dog play all day on our interactive webcams. Yes, we can bring your pooch to your house or work! Claim to Fame We are the largest daycare in Portland with over 13,000 square feet of dedicated play space, 9000 of which is outside. We also have a shuttle bus service to take your dog to and from “school.” Community Involvement Dogs Dig It is involved with Multnomah County Animal Services. We foster dogs with the County and volunteer for events. This has been very successful for us; we have placed over a dozen dogs in forever homes. We also have started fostering with Pacific Pug rescue, and have successfully placed one pug so far. We donate daycare packages to various nonprofit auction events, and are currently running a raffle to win $1,000 worth of daycare to raise money for a customer’s dog’s surgery.

DOGTOWN 503.669.8081 • dogtownpdx@hotmail.com

STAY PET HOTEL 503.288.7829 • www.staypethotel.com

Boutique DOGGY DELIGHT BOUTIQUE AND SELF SERVICE DOG SPA 2167 NW 185th Ave Hillsboro Ore 97124 (In Tanasbourne) 503.644.0747 www.doggydelightboutique.com SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER GROOMING continued pg 16

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LEXI DOG BOUTIQUE & SOCIAL CLUB 503.243.6200 • www.lexidog.com

HIP HOUND BOUTIQUE 503.841.5410 • www.hiphoundpdx.com

Carpet Cleaning ATIYEH BROS, CHEM DRY, FIRST CLASS, CARPET STANLEY STEAMER CARPET CLEAN EXPERTS, PRO CARPET, RAINBOW, RESTORATION CARPET, SHAW CARPET & TILE CLEANING

Cat Daycare/Lodging-cont. KITTY CONDOS 888.250.4824 • www.KittyCondos.com

LEXIDOG 503.243.6200 • www.lexidog.com SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER PLAYGROUPS

PLAY & CHASE 503.246.3647 • www.PlayandChase.com

TOWNHOUSE PET CARE CENTER 503.230.9596 • www.TownhousePetCare.com SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER CAT GROOMING

Cat Grooming TOWNHOUSE PET CARE CENTER

Cat Daycare/Lodging SUSIE’S COUNTRY INN 7418 NE 159th St Vancouver, WA 98662 360.576.K9K9 www.SusiesCountryInn.com

ROSE CITY VET 503.232.3105 • www.RoseCityVet.com SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER VET PRACTICE

ALBANY BED ‘N’ BEAUTY PET HOTEL 541.926.9351

A DOGGONE GOOD PLACE 503.617.7380 • www.doggonegoodplace.com

COOPER MOUNTAIN KENNELS 503.649.4956 • www.coopermountainkennels.com

DOG & CAT SPA 503.654.8743 • 503.477.7890 www.dogandcatspa.com

DOGS DIG IT 503.236.8222 • www.dogsdigit.net SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER BOARDING

DOGSTAR 503.227.0292 • www.dogstar.us

HOWLIDAY INN 503.230.1050 • www.TheHowlidayInn.com

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2965 NE Sandy Blvd Portland Ore 97232 503.230.9596 www.TownhousePetCare.com Established 1986 Philosophy/Mission Family-oriented personalized service that focuses on the highest quality and communication. We treat clients (both 2 and 4 legged) as part of our family, and it shows. Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service Our dedication to excellence shows in the boarding/ grooming/dog training/retail services we provide. Our facilities and staff are proudly certiﬁed through the American Boarding Kennel Association. We are blessed with longtime dedicated employees who treat your pet like one of our own. Community Involvement, Special Notes We work with various animal rescues and organizations, and often take part in community fundraisers to help those animals in search of their forever homes.

DOGGY DELIGHT 503.644.0747 • www.doggydelightboutique.com SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER GROOMING

CAT & DOGGY DO’S 503.771.5331 • www.catndoggiedos.com

PETSMART 503.684.3776 • www.PetsMart.com

Cat Medical ALOHA DOG & CAT HOSPITAL 17335 SW TV Hwy Aloha Ore 97006 503.649.5611 www.AlohaDogandCat.com Established 1978

Proprietor Doug Gribskov DVM

Mission To provide high quality pet health and wellness services to assist your pets in living a longer, happier and healthier life. Signature Service Top doc in OSA/penn, hips and elbows. Also a leader in artiﬁcial insemination. Community Involvement We work with the community in helping those in rescue/ferals to provide spay/neuter services.

ROSE CITY VET 503.232.3105 • www.RoseCityVet.com SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER VET PRACTICE

CAT HOSPITAL OF PORTLAND 503.235.7005 • www.portlandcats.net

Dr. Sid Bruckert-Frisk, DVM

MT SCOTT ANIMAL CLINIC 503.777.3919 • www.MtScottAnimalClinic.com

PET SAMARITAN 503.233.5001 • www.PetSamaritan.org

2625 Paciﬁc Avenue Forest Grove, Oregon 97116 www.paciﬁcavenuevetclinic.com

Ofﬁce (503) 357-8880 Fax (503) 357-7279 Emergency (503) 407-1554

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Cremation/Memorial

Dog Wash-cont. BEAUTY FOR THE BEAST

DIGNIFIED PET SERVICES

503.283.0919

8976 SW Tualatin Sherwood Road Tualatin Ore 97062 503.885.2211 info@digniﬁedpetservices.com www.DigniﬁedPetServices.com

503.234.7989 • www.DirtyDogWash.com

Established October 2000

DIRTY DOG DOG WASH

Doggy Daycare

Proprietors Michael Remsing & Randy Tjaden

DOGS DIG IT

Philosophy/Mission Digniﬁed Pet Services is dedicated to providing high quality after care for pet companions. We believe that people who lose a pet companion deserve the same care and compassion as those who experience a human loss.

1132 SE Salmon Portland Ore 97214 503.236.8222 • www.dogsdigit.net SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER BOARDING

Signature Service The services that we offer and the compassion in which we deal with the families we are privileged to serve.

503.614.9899 • www.Schroeder’sDen.com

Claim to Fame Our annual Service of Remembrance held every November to honor those pet companions that we have lost. Community Involvement/Special Notes Dignified Pet Services is very active in giving back to the community, from helping support nonprofit organizations to sponsoring Art Workshops with DoveLewis for families who have experienced a loss. Dignified Pet Services is always willing to help in any way we can throughout our communities.

ROSE CITY VET 503.232.3105 • www.RoseCityVet.com SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER VET PRACTICE

Dog Spa DOGGY DELIGHT BOUTIQUE AND SELF SERVICE DOG SPA 2167 NW 185th Ave Hillsboro Ore 97124 (In Tanasbourne) 503.644.0747 • www.doggydelightboutique.com SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER GROOMING

BEAUTY FOR THE BEAST 503.283.0919

Dog Wash DOGGY DELIGHT BOUTIQUE AND SELF SERVICE DOG SPA 2167 NW 185th Ave Hillsboro Ore 97124 (In Tanasbourne) 503.644.0747 • www.doggydelightboutique.com SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER GROOMING

SCHROEDER’S DEN DOGTOWN 503.669.8081 • dogtownpdx@hotmail.com

Dog Grooming DOGGY DELIGHT BOUTIQUE AND SELF SERVICE DOG SPA 2167 NW 185th Ave Hillsboro Ore 97124 (In Tanasbourne) 503.644.0747 • www.doggydelightboutique.com Established 2004 Proprietor Melissa Watters Philosophy Boutique – We offer a little bit of everything! Self Service/Grooming — Don’t dirty your bathroom — Leave the mess with us! Signature Product or Service Blueberry Facial with a Dog Spa Community Involvement, Special Notes Doggy Delight Boutique actively hosts dog adoption events with a number of different shelters. Doggy Delight also has events to celebrate birthdays and holidays, and to just have fun! We take pride in a clean, nice environment where we pamper our pets and make them look the best that they can. Customers enjoy taking their dog to a place where they can dress their family member in clothes, sports team paraphernalia, nice collars, harnesses and leashes, but they can also buy healthy food, treats and snacks, plus get their dog groomed by the best groomers!

BEAUTY FOR THE BEAST 503.283.0919

AQUA DOG 503.291.1818 • www.AquaDog.com

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Self Service Pet Wash We offer full service grooming too! 16155 NW Cornell Rd. Beaverton, OR (503) 533-4396 M-Th 9-7 • F -Sa 9-6 • Sun 11-6

energy balance and healing for people, animals and places My goal as a healer is to return you or your animal to spontaneous healing I specialize in addressing chronic and deep illness through energy work.

Vicki Neland 503-296-6094

enerworkings.com

Dedicated to the care and comfort of your pet Boarding Pet Shipping Airport Pickup and Delivery

Scott Shuler, DVM Kimberly Maun, DVM Nick Gowing, DVM Carrie Fleming, DVM

Member PCSA, IPATA, BBB USDA licensed and inspected Facility remodeled 2008. Now available luxury suites.

M-Sa 7am to 6pm Sun 3-6pm

Rock Creek Kennels, Inc. 9735 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd Hillsboro, Oregon 97124 • www.rockcreekkennels.com

Exceptional care Unsurpassed customer service In the heart of downtown Portland 503-227-6047 nwneighborhoodvet.com • 2680 NW Thurman Street

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Thank you Distinctive Dog! If you’ve stopped by the Spot booth at events since April, then you know Distinctive Dog’s beautiful treats! We’ve been serving up treats by this outstanding bakery in Auburn, Wash. since the two companies became acquainted last spring. Next month you’ll have a chance to really get to know Tamra Johnson and her family, and all about Distinctive Dog, which serves up orders large and small to companies and individuals throughout the region. Their secret to success? The best human-grade ingredients, creativity of design, great service, and a deep commitment to pets and their people. For now, we just had to include them in this special edition featuring the Best of the Best in everything pet! Come see Spot at upcoming events and see for yourself!

Day Care Overnight Boarding Basic Grooming Adults and Puppies Pick Up & Delivery

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Holistic Wellness

Hotel-cont. SHILO INNS

HEAL ANIMAL MASSAGE THERAPY

503.639.2226 • www.ShiloInns.com

Mobile Unit 503.380.4487 rubi@healnw.com www.healnw.com

LOOKING GLASS INN LINCOLN CITY

Established 2006

800.843.4940 • www.LookingGlass-Inn.com

Proprietor Rubi Sullivan

HOTEL DELUXE

Philosophy/Mission To support animals in their overall health and well-being. specializing in pre and post surgical pets as well as geriatric and arthritic animals.

503.219.2094 • www.HoteldeLuxePortland.com

Claim to Fame All of my WONDERFUL clients!!!

503.222.0001 • www.Monaco-Portland.com

Community Involvement, Special Notes • I am an assistant teacher for the Northwest School of Animal Massage when there is a class in Portland • I offer massage to Pixie Project’s adoptable dogs • I volunteer at Family Dogs Now Life shelter • I do volunteer massage classes for Dove Lewis’ therapy dogs, Guide Dogs for the Blind, and Project Pooch • I am a member of the International Association of Animal Massage and Bodywork

MIND BODY DOG 503.679.8501• www.MindBodyDog.com

EXCLUSIVE PET FOOD 503.491.1111 • www.ExclusivePetFood.net

HOLISTIC PET CENTER 503.656.5342 • www.HolisticPetCenter.com

Hotel ESTER LEE MOTEL 3803 SW Hwy 101 Lincoln City Ore 97367 888.996.3606 Established 1945 Proprietors Mark and Gina Baete, with partner Jason Love Philosophy/Mission To provide clean, comfortable, ocean view rooms on the Central Oregon Coast. The Ester Lee Motel, a Lincoln City Landmark, has been a vacation destination on the Central Oregon Coast for families for generations. Each room has a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean. The familyowned Ester Lee Motel offers many styles of accommodations. We have cottages that sleep up to seven people. Many of these units have a full kitchen and fireplace in the living area. We are very pet-friendly — allowing pets in most of our cottages. Our motel offers studios and suites, each with a queen bed, gas fireplace, microwave, and refrigerator. Ahh… What You Can See From The Ester Lee!!!

HOTEL MONACO HOTEL VINTAGE PLAZA 503.228.1212 • www.VintagePlaza.com

SURF & SAND RESORT 888.869.7569 • www.SurfandSandResort.com

Neighborhood Pet Supply NATURE’S PET www.naturespetfranchise.com Established 2005 Sherwood • 20345 SW Paciﬁc Hwy #300 • 503.625.3530 Murrayhill Beaverton• 14700 SW Murray Scholls Dr #104 • 503.579.2403 Orenco Station Hillsboro • 1330 NE Orenco Station Pkwy • 503.693.3151 Philosophy We believe pets are an integral part of our families and deserve our love and respect. Mission At Nature’s Pet, we strive to bring high quality pet supplies close to local communities while maintaining a staff dedicated to unparalleled customer service and pet nutrition knowledge. Signature Product or Service Huge selection of natural pet foods, treats and accessories! Claim to Fame Only pet supply store based out of the NW offering locally-owned franchises. Community Involvement, Special Notes Each store supports local shelters by offering an offsite adoption facility (i.e. Cat Adoption Team, Bonnie Hayes Small Animal Shelter). Nature’s Pet partners with local veterinarians such as the Good Neighbor Vet Clinic, which use our stores as a monthly stop for low-cost vaccinations.

SELLWOOD DOG 503.239.1517 • www.SellwoodDogSupply.com

Signature Ocean View Pet Friendly Cottages and Suites

HEALTHY PETS NORTHWEST 503.236.8036 • HealthyPetsNW.com

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Full Service Hospital & Boarding Steve Haley, DVM Todd Inman, DVM Mary Sullivan, DVM Martin Trerise, DVM Melanie Mielke, DVM Gregg Takashima, DVM Christine Feleciano, DVM

Your Local PetSafe Professional Express Service • Emergency Services • Hospital Transfer Daycare Shuttle • House Calls • Temperature Controlled Roomy Van Certiﬁed Vet tech with experience in Critical Care

Want to know what your pet friend is thinking?

Discover reasons for your pets’ behaviors and what they are trying to tell you.

Call: 971-404-6683 References on Request Money-back guarantee.

jennifer@bestpetfriend.com www.bestpetfriend.com

Hidden Fence of Portland 503-291-1520

Free Estimates We gladly provide free in-home estimates for radio fence equipment Installation We provide installation of of PetSafe transmitters and perimeter wire loop Maintenance We provide service and maintenance for all systems Training Training included with installation of system

ROVER REHAB Canine Behavior Specialist Specializing in shy dogs Effective, compassionate teaching and education

WE BELIEVE THAT ALMOST EVERY DOG CAN BE SAVED YOUR DOG’S REHABILITATION CAN START TODAY! Jaye Hereford Dog Behavior Specialist 503-793-8953 roverrehab@yahoo.com www.rover-rehab.com

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OffLeash Park HONDO, Hillsboro GABRIEL PARK, Portland MT TABOR PARK, Portland

Pet Care Product FURMINATOR BAMBOO, MINK SHEEN 4 IN1 SHAMPOO, PLUS PUPPIES BUDDY WASH SOLID GOLD PET FOOD

Pet Food DINING FOR DOGS Available online and at select local retailers www.diningfordogs.com 503.888.2719 Established 2007

Pet Sitter SITPET Sellwood and West Moreland in Southeast Portland 503.200.4700 • jennifer@sitpet.com www.sitpet.com Established 2007 Proprietor Jennifer Wanlsow Philosophy/Mission SitPet helps keep your animals healthy and content by providing consistent routine and engagement. SitPet encourages a holistic approach to caring for pets with exercise, attention, and nutrition. Claim to Fame SitPet uses bicycle transportation and keeps the business local to Sellwood and West Moreland. Special Notes Jennifer also works at Sellwood Dog Supply where she helps provide information about understanding ingredients in the various types of pet food and how they can beneﬁt your animals.

RUFF LIFE PORTLAND PET CARE 503.517.0638 • www.RuffLifepdx.com

FIT PET ALL THINGS DOG 503.558.0148 • allthingsdog.tripod.com

Proprietor Cherish Blake Philosophy/Mission We believe that dogs deserve the same high quality, nutritious foods that we humans eat. All of our meals, treats, and desserts are cooked to order from fresh human-grade food bought from the same local supermarkets where we shop for our human family! All at an affordable price! Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service You won’t ﬁnd our foods on the shelves or in a freezer. Dining for Dogs is in the fridge. . . because it’s fresh! Community Involvement, Special Notes We believe all dogs deserve the best! Over 10% of our gross sales were donated to local rescues, shelters, and hospitals in 2007.

CANIDAE www.canidae.com

SOLID GOLD NORTHWEST www.SolidGoldNorthwest.com • 360.571.0838

RAD CAT KITTY FOOD www.radfood.com

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Pet Transportation DOGS DIG IT 1132 SE Salmon Portland Ore 97214 503.236.8222 • www.dogsdigit.net SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER BOARDING

NORTHWEST PET EXPRESS 503.260.0368 • www.NWPetExpress.com

ALL THINGS DOG 503.558.0148 • allthingsdog.tripod.com

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WINNER SPOTLIGHT • WINNER SPOTLIGHT • WINNER SPOTLIGHT • WINNER SPOTLIGHT • WINNER S

voted favorite restaurant AND pub

Connie D. Theil • Spot Magazine

rand-slam 1st Place winner in Spot’s 2008 Top Dog Awards — in not one but two categories: Pet-Friendly Pub and Pet-Friendly Restaurant (yes they’re distinctive, and yes competition was stiff!) — Lucky Lab pubs are beloved staples on the menus of pet-loving Portlanders. It wasn’t planned that way, says co-owner Gary Geist, it just happened. The year was 1994, and folks just started showing up with their dogs at the outdoor picnic tables at the popular brew pubs. Staff took note and decided that as long as the pooches were

outside and not causing problems, no problem! Now Geist estimates that about 10% of their diners bring their pups along. “It’s a very casual thing,” says Geist. “Dogs, good food and beer just seem to go together. The prices are great, and our pubs are a fun place to hang out with your dog.” In October 1995, Geist and another co-owner, Alex Stiles, decided to give back to the canine community that had been so good to them. That month they organized a dog wash at their Hawthorne location. They called it Tales and Ales; it was free, and just Geist and Stiles did the washing. While a lot of work, it was a great time, and it grew into a major fundraiser for DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital. Today the event brings in a whopping $15,000 to $20,000 (all donated to DoveLewis), and there is an army of volunteers. Local celebrities, such as Portland Mayor-Elect, Sam Adams and the entire court of the Rose Festival Princesses, have been seen on the scene, up to their elbows in bubbles. The Lab’s helping efforts go well beyond the washes. Conducting blood drives for both humans and dogs, this year the company partnered with the American Red Cross and DoveLewis Superheroes Blood Bank to boost the local supply of lifesaving blood. Last May, Lucky Lab had a special event at its Quimby Street pub (just a few paw-steps from Dove), helping celebrate the hospital’s 35th anniversary with a dog wash, blood drive, and dancing to music by Off The Record. The Hawthorne pub provides a water keg and buckets for thirsty four-leggeds, and sturdy posts and picnic tables to leash them. Geist loves having dogs and their people visit his pubs. The one request he has is that folks keep their friends on leash to ensure the safety and comfort of all.

Lucky Labrador Public House 7675 SW Capitol Hwy Portland 503.244.2537 Lucky Labrador Brew Pub 915 SE Hawthorne Blvd Portland 503.236.3555 Lucky Labrador Beer Hall 1945 NW Quimby St Portland 503.517.4352 LuckyLab.com SPOT MAGAZINE

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Meet Spot’s 2008 Cover Model runners up

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Meet the beauties who participated in Spot’s 2008 Cover Model Search. Our winning cover boy, Destry, was chosen randomly. There’s no judging these babies — they’re all beautiful! These photos were taken the Pet & Companion Fair last spring. The contestants contributed to Spot’s Spay/Neuter program, and then patiently waited for their moment in the SPOTlight!

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1) Bruno Lauren Lopez, Portland 2) Maleigh Keith Mallory, Portland 3) Mallii Archana & Keerth, Tigard

4) Penny Theresa Thornton

7) Ouzo Lisa Sanber

5) Alfie Rose Harding, Portland

8) Maddee Mae DJ Maloney, Oregon City

6) Gertrude Tammy Rodriguez, Newberg

9) Furby Sue & Jim Gerhardt, Beaverton 10) Kaley & Nisha Phyllis Barks, Portland 11) Anne Janet Duncan, Beaverton

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21) Ruckus Mickie Aerne-Bowe, Hillsboro

20) Bmwâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;R Tamela Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien, Portland

22) Ellice & Goldie Debbie Adams, Portland 23) Jasper Judy & Steve, Woodinville, WA

24) Kobe Erin Kaminski, Sherwood 25) Griffin & Stratus Russ & Tina Rainforth, Portland

26) Howie Brittany Holguin, Hillsboro

27) Rosie Donna Elander 28) Eddie Wendy Evans, Hillsboro 29) Errou Skipper Maine, Oregon City

10 12) Sweetie Judie Briner, Portland 13) Destry - WINNER, see pg 4 14) Lizzie William & Carl, Portland 15) Lucy Jenni Fasel, Beaverton 16) Nickel Theresa Thornton

22 17) Sterling Darby & Jeanne Kilmer 18) Twinkle Brooke Love, Portland 19) Daizy Kristi Thomas, Newberg

30) Lola Britt Anderson, Portland 31) Zo Tracy Maul, Portland

Portland treasure

Connie Theil • Spot Magazine nyone who loves pets in Portland knows the name DoveLewis. The beloved and acclaimed emergency animal hospital turns 35 this year, and there’s plenty to celebrate! The hospital was established 35 years ago, when prominent businessman A.B. Lewis teamed up with five veterinarians seeking to provide care to clients when they weren’t available. Lewis provided the much-needed startup money and support. That small group of doctors eventually became the Portland Veterinary MediThe Dove cal Association, Lewis Blood which still exists Bank provides today. The hosenough blood pital was named for 1,000 for Lewis’s chertransfusions for ished late wife, dogs and cats Dove. each year. That’s thanks to Dove Lewis a roster of over ran her family’s 300 furry donors grooming business, which was so successful folks flew their dogs in from around the country to be groomed. She also rescued strays, and once had 14 dogs at her home. She simply loved animals. A.B. Lewis wanted the mission

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of his new hospital to reflect the values his wife held so dear. Originally the clinic operated only during the hours regular vets were closed — evenings, weekends and holidays. Then in June 1992, the clinic went to 24/7 operations, every day of the year. Dove is the only nonprofit emergency animal hospital in Oregon. As the agency has evolved, it has become an innovative and vital part of the Oregon domestic animal and wildlife community. Its unique, lifesaving programs benefit many animals and people. One of Dove’s best-known programs is its Pet Loss Support Program (featured in Spot May 2008), begun in 1986 by Enid Traisman. MSW C.T. C.F.S. Traisman’s program provides free grief counseling to those suffering the loss of their beloved companion. It takes a special soul to successfully do the work Traisman does, and her reach extends beyond Oregonians: in October 2005 she flew to New Orleans to counsel folks who’d lost pets to Katrina. In 2006, she provided grief counseling to the Oregon Zoo’s elephant team after Pet was euthanized. She is at the zoo again at the time of this writing, counseling the wolf team, which is grieving the loss of Marcus, the 13-year-old wolf euthanized this week. Marcus was the last wolf at the zoo, and many of his keepers raised him from a pup. No injured animal is ever turned away at Dove. Last year, the organization spent $225,000 in donor funds to care for the lost and abandoned, both domestic and wild. Animals arrive at Dove through many paths — thanks to its Stray Animal and Wildlife Program — including police and fire officers who place injured animals in its care. The agency also works closely with the Audubon Society of Portland, which takes over when Dove’s work is done. Another facet of this shining local gem is its Animal Assisted Therapy and Education Program, which sends human-animal teams to hospitals, schools and libraries. These goodwill teams assist people of all ages, in many different

settings. The Read to The Dogs Program pairs well-trained dogs with young readers, boosting their reading and social skills. The Dove Lewis Blood Bank provides enough blood for 1,000 transfusions for dogs and cats each year. That’s thanks to a roster of over 300 furry donors. With so much to celebrate, the folks at Dove decided they’re not just doing it up in a day — this party’s going on all year long! One element of the celebration is the Dove35 Campaign, whose goal is to raise $350,000 to support Dove’s many programs and services. Learn more about the campaign at Dove35.com.

August 10 4-8pm, is the big bash, a celebration in Portland’s living room, Pioneer Courthouse Square, and everyone’s invited to join in for live music, fun giveaways, face painting and paw printing.

August 10, 4-8pm, is the big bash, a celebration in Portland’s living room, Pioneer Courthouse Square, and everyone’s invited to join in for live music, fun giveaways, face painting and paw printing. Many pet lovers residing in the Northwest have had a chance to meet DoveLewis at one time or another — whether during a late-night or evening medical situation with a pet, time spent memorializing their beloved in one of the free monthly art workshops, or as one of its superheroes helping sustain the precious blood supply — Dove is known and trusted. Speaking for those of us who have personally been served by the wonderful professionals and programs, “We love Dove!”

We would like to thank Spot Magazine readers for voting Dogs Dig It Portland’s Best Dog Daycare, For the folks who enjoy original art in every day life. Your unique pet food place mat upon which rest “Doggie’s” water and food bowls. Your colors, your ideas, your pet’s portrait on the side that makes you smile every time you refresh the food and fill up the water. Double pet mats available. Made from re-purposed vinyl flooring with non toxic paints and acrylic floor sealer. Durable, deep glowing colors, fun. Just wipe clean. See examples and ideas for your customized mat at www.natspetmats.com and call or email to order. 707-824-0555 for consultation.

Overnight Boarding & Transportation.

We love your dogs & appreciate your trust in us with them. www.dogsdigit.net 1132 SE Salmon • Portland Or 97214 (503) 236-8222

It’s a beautiful thing. Find out what it feels like for the two of you to be totally pampered. Portland’s oldest pet hospital has been completely remodeled from top to bottom just to make you and your pet feel at home. When you come in we’ll buy you a cup of Starbucks® coffee and freshly baked chocolate chip cookies and give you a tour of Portland’s newest old pet hospital.

809 SE Powell

Don't forget

We offer full & self-service grooming!

503.232.3105 www.rosecityvet.com

R O S E C I T Y V E T E R I N A RY H O S P I TA L

ummer deshedding service available now! 503-644-0747 2167 NW 185th Ave., Hillsboro www.doggydelightboutique.com Located on 185th and Cornell, next to Safeway

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Pet Friendly Pubs-cont. Lucky Labrador Public House 7675 SW Capitol Hwy Portland Ore 97219 503.244.2537 Established 2002 Lucky Labrador Beer Hall 1945 NW Quimby Portland Ore 97209 503.517.4352 Established 2006

Pet Event DOGGIE DASH www.oregonhumane.org

NW PET & COMPANION FAIR www.petfairs.com

DOG DAY AFTERNOON at Hazeldale Dog Park, Aloha

PUG CRAWL www.oregonhumane.org

www.Luckylab.com Proprietors Gary Geist & Alex Stiles Philosophy/Mission We are proud to provide casual brew pubs where people can enjoy quality beer and food, for an affordable price, in an unpretentious atmosphere. Community Involvement, Special Notes We partner with Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital. help raise money for the Community Cycling Center and produce Solar Powered Beer using solar heated water.

WIDMER BROTHERS GASTHAUS 503.281.3333 • www.Widmer.com

IRON MUTT 503.645.9746 • www.IronMutt.com

AMNESIA 503.281.7708 • www.amnesiabrewing.com

Pet-Friendly Restaurant LUCKY LABRADOR BREW PUB 915 SE Hawthorne Blvd Portland Ore 97214 503.236.3555 • www.LuckyLab.com SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER PET FRIENDLY PUBS

IRON MUTT 503.645.9746 • www.IronMutt.com

MONTEAUX’S PUBLIC HOUSE 503.439.9942 • www.monteauxs.com

Photography 4-Legged Photo www.fourleggedphoto.com 503.281.6222 fourleggedphoto@gmail.com Four Legged Photo is a boutique photo studio in Portland that specializes in portraits of your fourlegged friends! Our photos are contemporary works of art that capture the unique spirit of your animal. Photo sessions are available in our studio, your home or a favorite outdoor spot. We also do commercial photography for pet businsses & products.

ALL THAT JAZZ 503.352.5477 • www.AllThatJazzPhotography.com

ANDIE PETKUS 503.314.5851• www.AndiePetkus.com

JIM STULTING 503.645.0412 • www.JimStultingPhoto.com

Playgroups LEXIDOG BOUTIQUE & SOCIAL CLUB SW Macadam Ave In the Pearl on 10th at Glisan Bridgeport Village 5th Street Market in Eugene suzanne@lexidog.com • www.lexidog.com Established 2002

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Philosophy/Mission “Every Dog deserves to be spoiled” We provide exceptional daycare, overnight visits, and salon services – coupled with Dog birthday parties, activities and playgroups – together with an unparalleled Dog Boutique continued pg 32

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featuring a large selection of unique high quality accessories, necessities, wholesome foods, and fresh bakery goods. Community Involvement, Special Notes LexiDog and it’s employees have a strong commitment to ‘giving back’! We hold many fundraising activites, and get involved in OHS, Dove Lewis and Oregon Dog rescue events whenever possible. We also foster OHS dogs on premises! Year to date we have adopted out over 20 dogs!

DOGTOWN 503.669.8081 • dogtownpdx@hotmail.com

DOGS DIG IT 503.236.8222 • www.dogsdigit.net SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER BOARDING

PUG’S PLAYGROUP Potso Dog Park, Tigard • http://pug.meetup.com

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Real Estate DAVID JOTHEN, KMO INC. 503.661.8000 • www.kmo-real-estate.com

JEAN CULLEN REALTY 503.807.1204 • www.jeannecullen.com

STEPHANIE MOEN 503.809.1901 • www.TeamMoen.com

503.614.9899 • www.Schroeder’sDen.com

Product You Can’t Live Without GO FETCH LLC 9220 SW Barbur Blvd Suite 119 #041 Portland Ore 97219 www.gofetchbooks.com Established 2007

Proprietor Mel Simrell

Signature Product Go Fetch coupon book. Just $10 each, they retrieve $1000s in savings! Go Fetch is a great coupon book that showcases local dog-related/dog-friendly businesses in and around the Portland area. Available both retail and as a fundraiser, Go Fetch connects you with the people you are looking for. Created by a Portland native with two dogs of her own, Go Fetch has something for everyone: Doggy Daycares, Boutiques, Groomers/Washers, Pet Supplies, Obedience Trainers, Dog Bakeries, Dog Sitters/Walkers, Dog Friendly Hotels, Kennels/ Boarding, Vet care, Massage Therapists, Waste Removal and more. Mission To showcase and support local small businesses and give non-proﬁt organizations an opportunity to raise needed funds. Go Fetch has gone on to connect in a wonderful way the vibrant Portland-area pet community. Community Involvement Go Fetch fosters the connection between pet owners and pet professionals. Each book purchased supports: • Local, small businesses • Those working with dogs in need • A fun idea that makes it possible to absolutely spoil your best friend with the very best products and services — at prices you can afford!

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Rescue Shelter OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY 1076 NE Columbia Blvd • PO Box 11364 Portland Ore 97211 503.285.7722 • www.oregonhumane.org SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER ADOPTION

MULTNOMAH COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES 503.988.7387 • www.co.multnomah.or.us

CAT ADOPTION TEAM 503.925.8903 • www.catadoptionteam.org

PIXIE PROJECT 503.542.3433 • www.pixieproject.org

Specialty Medical NORTHWEST VETERINARY SPECIALISTS CRITICAL CARE BLOOD BANK 16756 SE 82nd Dr Clackamas Ore 97015 www.northwestvetspecialists.com 503.656.3999 Established 1991 Proprietors Dr. Robert Mack, Dr. Paul Scherlie, Dr. Scott Lozier Mission To provide medical and surgical excellence with honesty, respect and compassion.

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Signature Services Northwest Veterinary Specialists (NWVS) is a veterinary referral hospital that works in partnership with primary care veterinarians to provide the highest level of specialty care for pets. NWVS has board-certiﬁed specialists in the respective disciplines of surgery, internal medicine, oncology, ophthalmology, oncology, and neurology. NWVS Critical Care and Emergency Services provides patients with life-threatening illnesses advanced monitoring and supportive care in a 24-hour facility. Community Involvement/Special Notes The pet population of Portland is rapidly growing; shortages of canine blood products exceed even that faced by those in human medicine. Northwest Veterinary Specialists established the NWVS Critical Care Blood Bank in January 2006 to provide the highest quality canine and feline blood products in order to meet the increasing needs of the critically ill and injured animals of the Portland area. Working in partnership with NWVS staff and the Northwest primary care veterinary community, the Critical Care Blood Bank is a vital component in providing the most comprehensive and up-to-date veterinary medical care available in the region. To see if your dog can be a blood donor, please contact us at Northwest Veterinary Specialists (NWVS) at 503.656.3999 or visit www.nort hwestvetspecialists.com.

DOVELEWIS EMERGENCY ANIMAL HOSPTIAL 503. 228.7281 • www.dovelewis.org

CASCADE VET REFERRAL 684.1800 • www.cascadevrc.com

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or anxiety. Our puppy preschool has been featured on ABC news, and our Growly Dog classes (for on-leash reactivity) are being highlighted nationally through syndicated news stories with Fox Channel 12. Community Involvement, Special Notes In addition to continuously working to grow as trainers and as a business, we hope to contribute to a growing community of like-minded pet businesses and rescue groups. We love working with other professionals and are members of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, International Association of Canine Professionals, and have helped to start a local dog trainer’s group. We provide assistance to shelters and rescue groups including Multnomah County Animal Services, Pixie Project and Animal Aid.

KIRSTEN NIELSEN, PHD 503.307.3168 • Kirstenn@onemain.com SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER BEHAVIORIST

DOGTOWN 503.669.8081 • dogtownpdx@hotmail.com

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Philosophy/Mission Behave’s mission is to provide humane dog training with an emphasis on motivation and positive leadership. Even small behavior problems can make living with your dog stressful at times. Training should not only address these problems and help you enjoy being with your pet, but it should also be fun for both of you. We understand that your relationship with your dog is very important, and your training program should enhance this. We will show you how to get your dog to respect your leadership without you having to resort to physical punishment or outdated dominance theory.

800.225.0904 • www.oldmotherhubbard.com

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service Behave offers everything from puppy and basic training to behavior consultations. We specialize in working with behavioral cases with dogs who are displaying reactivity, aggression,

OLD MOTHER HUBBARD SNOOK’S SWEET POTATO CHEWZ 503.630.3646 • www.SnookDog.com

BONE JOUR BAKERY TREATS 503.557.2328 • www. bonejourdogbakery.com SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER BAKERY

INNOVA 800.532.7261 • www.naturapet.com

NUTRO 800.833.5330 • www.nutroproducts.com

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KAREN DAVIES Pet Samaritan 503.233.5001 • www.petsam.com HEATHER DILLON North Portland Vet 503.285.0462 • www.northportlandvet.com

Mission My personal mission is to strengthen the human-animal bond by developing trust with my clients through education SID BRUCKERT-FRISK and by creating a tailored health care plan that optimizes both Paciﬁ c Avenue Vet Clinic physical and behavioral health. 503.357.8880 • www.paciﬁcavenuevetclinic.com Upon graduation from Oregon State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, I learned quickly that medical knowledge CONNIE WHITE Fremont Veterinary Clinic and a warm personality can only take you so far. What has 503.282.0991 • www.fremontvet.com helped me to become who I am today, and likely why I am being recognized as a “Top Dog,” is my ability to bond with my clients through compassion, understanding and the ability to CHRIS WILSON Beaverton Pet Clinic convey that I care for their furry friends as if they were my own. 503.646.6101 • www.beavertonpetclinic.com I have come to realize that there is equally as much art in veterinary medicine as there is science. This art requires a delicate balance of trust, compassion, intuition into the lives of those who cannot directly communicate, a vast knowledge of therapies new and old, and the ability to convey what I believe is right and why. As I practice, I strive to perfect this art form each ROSE CITY VETERINARY HOSPITAL day, and it has served me well. 809 SE Powell Blvd I also bring with me special interest in internal medicine, Portland Ore 97202 endoscopy and dentistry. I try to remain active within the 503.232.3105 community and volunteer time to organizations such as the Feral info@rosecityvet.com Cat Coalition and the Molly Thompson Memorial foundation. I www.rosecityvet.com share my home with my wife Sarah, daughter Lilly, dog Maya, and two kitties, Adik and Rugan. Established 1911

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MICHAEL ANDREW Town & Country Animal Hospital • 503.761.2330

DOUG GRIBSKOV Aloha Dog & Cat 503.649.5611 • www.alohadogandcat.com KIMBERLY MAUN Northwest Veterinary Specialists 503.656.3999 • www.northwestvetspecialists.com

DON MCCOY North Portland Vet 503.285.0462 • www.northportlandvet.com MARK NORMAN

Bethany Family Pet Clinic

503.614.9061

AMY RANDALL North Portland Vet 503.285.0462 • www.northportlandvet.com YVONNE WIKANDER Cornell Rd Vet Hospital 503.693.1598 • www.cornellvh.com

BARBARA CAIN Linwood Animal Clinic 503.774.3363 • www.linwoodvet.com

Proprietor Craig Quirk, DVM Philosophy/Mission Our goal is to practice the highest quality medicine and surgery with compassion and an emphasis on client education. Our entire health care team is committed to providing personal attention to the unique concerns of each individual pet owner. We understand the special role pets play in our families, and are dedicated to being each person’s partner in their pet’s health care. Every pet is treated as if it is our own. Claim to Fame Portland’s First Veterinary Hospital. At Rose City Veterinary Hospital you can take your pet to the vet IN STYLE! With a super friendly staff, hip decor, and an outdoor Zen garden, our veterinary hospital is unlike any other in Portland. Both you and your pets are always in good hands. You can expect the kind of care you’d ﬁnd in any top-notch medical institution. The interior design, outdoor garden, coffee and fresh-baked cookies all reﬂect the level of detail and commitment Rose City Veterinary Hospital places on the health care of your pet. Community Involvement Rose City Veterinary Hospital Works with the Following Organizations: Coffee Creek Therapy Dogs, Guide Dogs for the Blind, Animal Rescue Care Fund, Oregon Humane Society, Multnomah Co. Animal Shelter, Pet Pals, Our House, Rose City Softball Association continued pg 36

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Highest care in a setting built for real comfort Connie Theil • Spot Magazine into an oasis of calm and tranquility for pets or nearly 100 years pet owners have and their people. trusted Rose City Veterinary Hospital in Portland with the care of their best Rose City Vet is equipped to provide friends. It is the oldest (and you could also say diagnostic and therapeutic services for all newest ) pet hospital in Oregon. The clinic is the needs of its furry clients. The practice a veritable institution. At the same time, it is is equipped to do in-house blood analysis, a shining model of what a modern, efficient mobile ultrasound, complete surgical servet should be. vices, dietary and behavioral counseling, and emergency care. Digital radiography is In 1908, G.H. Huthman, of a respected fast and efficient, and ear-cleaning by video Oregon family, attended San Francisco scope helps boost pets’ overVeterinary College. He all health. Yep! Clean ears are graduated as a Doctor of Today the gleamthat important! Quirk takes Veterinary Surgery in 1911 and returned to Portland ing, modern edifice pride in his practice’s capafeatures a beautibilities in laser surgery, which where he established the is state-of-the-art, ensuring Rose City Veterinary Hospital ful courtyard with less pain and swelling than at the corner of SE 7th and a fountain, Internet Grant. The hospital was the access in the waiting regular surgery. first incorporated institution Like many of its counroom, and state-ofof its kind in the state. terparts caring for human the-art equipment patients, the clinic also has Huthman’s practice mainly an on-site pharmacy. The catered to small animals, full-service pharmacy and prescription food mainly companion pets, but he also treated center provides quality and convenience to larger animals, and had a stable in his hospital. its busy clients. His office was once a firehouse, and Huthman used the iron fire pole to get downstairs quickly Built for comfort — both physical and to use his horse and buggy to race off to care psychological, the courtyard waiting room for patients in need. The practice moved to is a soothing, inviting space 809 SE Powell Blvd in the 1950s. complete with rock garden, dramatic lighting In 1996, Dr. Craig Quirk purchased the and beautiful folipractice and completely renovated the facility age. Adding even according to his personal vision. more comfort is While boasting no stable or fire pole to a children’s slide down, today the gleaming, modern edifice features a beautiful courtyard with a fountain, Internet access in the waiting room, and state-of-the-art equipment in the exam rooms. The exam rooms are spotless, the treatment areas shining. Quirk’s vision was fueled by one primary aim: providing quality veterinary care — and for the surroundings to match the level of service provided. Quirk turned his building

Rose City Veterinary Hospital 809 SE Powell Blvd Portland Ore 97202 503.232.3105 • www.rosecityvet.com

play area, fresh-baked cookies, coffee and soda. The Internet workstation allows busy urban pet owners to do business while they wait for their best friends. Modern art adorns the walls. Rose City Vet also offers boarding, and folks concerned about or just missing their babies can check in on them anytime via web-cam. The kennels are gorgeous. The executive suite boasts a TV (for those who want to watch Animal Planet or America’s Funniest Animals), and the lucky pups head out for walks two or three times each day. “We treat everyone’s pets as if they were our own” says manager Jasmine Bachrach. “The staff is phenomenal — I’ve never worked with such an amazing group. They are friendly, outgoing, and excellent at follow-up — which is critical. They are really good at educating our clients, and giving out as much information as possible.” Every aspect of excellent care is attended to. Heated tables keep kitties from getting a chill. In addition to Veterinarians, the staff boasts two specialists: Dr. Randi Brannan, board certified animal dental specialist, and Jacqui Neilson, certified animal behaviorist. These are just a few of the reasons Rose City Vet is still thriving after 97 years. Dr. Huthman would be proud!

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NORTH PORTLAND VET 503.285.0462 • www.northportlandvet.com

CORNELL ROAD VETERINARY HOSPITAL 503.693.1598 • www.cornellvh.com

NORTHWEST VETERINARY SPECIALISTS 503.656.3999 • www.northwestvetspecialists.com SEE FULL PROFILE UNDER SPECIALTY MEDICAL

PARKWAY VET CLINIC 503.636.2102 • www.parkwayvet.com

Vet Rehab/ Sports Medicine BACK ON TRACK VETERINARY REHABILITATION CENTER 9045 SW Barbur Blvd St 130 Portland Ore 97219 503.546.8995 backontrackvetrehab@yahoo.com backontrackvetrehab.com Established 2001

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take the time to develop a speciﬁc plan for each pet which may include massage, muscular and skeletal adjustment, hydrotherapy, LASER therapy, Ultrasound, Acupuncture, and home exercise programs. Back on Track employs the services of speciallytrained Therapy Dogs to aid in the comfort and treatment of our patients. We currently have two working therapy dogs among our staff and are in the process of training others. Our staff therapy dogs act as greeters, demonstrators and comforters to both humans and dogs. Our ﬁrst staff therapy dog, Daniel, has been awarded a Beyond Limits Honorable Mention from the Delta Society and was inducted into the Oregon Animal Hall of Fame in 2007.

CEDAR HILLS VETERINARY CLINIC 503.292.0149

HEAL NORTHWEST-RUBI SULLIVAN 503.380.4487 • www.HealNW.com SEE COMPLETE PROFILE UNDER HOLISTIC WELLNESS

MCKENZIE ANIMAL HOSPITAL, SPRINGFIELD 541.747.3859 • www.mckenzieanimalhospital.com

NW NEIGHBORHOOD VET 503.227.6047 www.nwneighborhoodveterinaryhospital.com

Proprietor Dr. Bianca Shaw, DVM Mission/Philosophy Our mission is to help pets realize their highest level of mobility, comfort and ﬁtness after injury or debility and to compassionately manage long-term chronic conditions. Back on Track offers a wide variety of Physical Rehabilitation treatment and services very similar to the services a human would receive from a physical therapist. Our doctors and staff

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SOUTH HILLS PET CLINIC, EUGENE 541.686.0101

Waste Removal OOPS POOPS 503.282.6927

DOODY CALLS 503.235.7152

POOPER PATROL 503.709.4242

THE POOP SCOOP 503.998.2269 • thepoopscoop@comcast.net

Get your pooch on the Wall of Fame!

Imagine your beloved’s image beautifully displayed in a gallery setting to be oohed and ahhed over for months on end. It can happen! Spot Magazine’s See Spot Smile gallery of winning, grinning canines is part of the Wolf to Woolf: The Story of Dogs exhibit opening Sept. 28 at the World Forestry Center Discovery Museum (WFC).

Spot, doggie-themed gift baskets, or a one-year membership to the World Forestry Center. Proceeds support the Spot Spay/ Neuter Program and the World Forestry Center. Join us throughout the Wolf to Woof exhibit at the World Forestry Center, located in Portland’s beautiful Washington Park, and See YOUR Spot Smile! To feature your “pick of the litter” on the See Spot Smile Photo Wall, mail your favorite 4x6 (horizontal) photo of your happy camper, along with a check for $25 payable to World Forestry Center, to: WOLF TO WOOF c/o World Forestry Center, 4033 SW Canyon Rd. Portland OR 97221. The final step is important! Please go to http://www.worldforestrycenter .org/museum/SeeSpotSmilePhoto Wall.php and download the form (completely please!) with your name, your pet’s name, and his or her biggest pet peeve! The photo, names and peeve will be displayed on the See Spot Smile Photo Wall for all to admire, and you’ll receive a one-year subscription to Spot. You’ll also be automatically registered for random drawings for your pup’s photo to be featured in

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855 NE 25th, Hillsboro, OR 97124

Doggie Palooza, happening Oct. 14, is the first time in history pups have been invited to party at the World Forestry Center. Happening right in the heart of the Wolf to Woof exhibit. Watch for details in the weeks ahead, or visit worldforestry.org or spotmagazine.net.

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ADOPTION

CAT MEDICAL

Cat Adoption Team........................ 11 Multnomah Co Animal Services .... 11 Oregon Humane Society............... 11 Pixie Project .................................. 11 Apparel Doggy Delight................................ 11 The Hip Hound.............................. 11 Ruff Wear ...................................... 11

ATTORNEY Greg Englund Esq......................... 11

BAKERY Bone Jour Gourmutt Dog Bakery .. 11 Dining for Dogs ............................. 11 Doggy Delight................................14

BEHAVIORIST Behave Canine Solutions..............14 DogTown .......................................14 Kirsten Nielsen PhD......................14 Jenny Osborn Bark Busters ..........14 Pup-A-Razzi..................................14 Wag the Dog .................................14

BOARDING Dogs Dig It ....................................14 DogTown .......................................14 Stay Pet Hotel ...............................14

BOUTIQUE Doggy Delight................................14 The Hip Hound..............................16 LexiDog.........................................16

CARPET CLEANING Atiyeh Brothers..............................16 Carpet Clean Experts....................16 Chem Dry......................................16 First Class Carpet .........................16 Pro Carpet.....................................16 Rainbow ........................................16 Restoration Carpet........................16 Shaw Carpet & Tile .......................16 Stanley Steamer............................16

CAT DAYCARE/LODGING A Doggone Good Place.................16 Albany Bed N Beauty....................16 Cooper Mountain Kennels.............16 Dog & Cat Spa ..............................16 Dogs Dig It ....................................16 DogStar.........................................16 Howliday Inn..................................16 Kitty Condos..................................16 LexiDog.........................................16 Play & Chase ................................16 Rose City Vet ................................16 Susie’s Country Inn .......................16 Townhouse Pet Care.....................16

CAT GROOMING Cat & Doggy Do’s..........................16 Doggy Delight................................16 PetsMart........................................16 Townhouse Pet Care Center .........16

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Aloha Dog & Cat Hospital .............17 Cat Hospital of Portland ................17 Mt. Scott Animal Clinic ..................17 Pet Samaritan ...............................17 Rose City Vet ................................17

CREMATION / MEMORIAL SERVICES Dignified Pet Services ...................18 Rose City Vet ................................18

DOG SPA Beauty for the Beast......................18 Doggy Delight Boutique ................18

DOG WASH Aqua Dog ......................................18 Beauty for the Beast......................18 Dirty Dog Wash .............................18 Doggy Delight Boutique ................18

DOGGY DAYCARE Dogs Dig It ....................................18 DogTown .......................................18 Schroeder’s Den ...........................18

DOG GROOMING Beauty for the Beast......................18 Dirty Dog Wash .............................18 Doggy Delight................................18

HOLISTIC WELLNESS Exclusive Pet Food .......................22 Heal Animal Massage ...................22 Holistic Pet Center ........................22 Mind Body Dog..............................22

HOTELS Ester Lee Motel.............................22 Hotel deLuxe.................................22 Hotel Monaco................................22 Hotel Vintage Plaza.......................22 Looking Glass Inn, Lincoln City.....22 Shilo Inns ......................................22 Surf & Sand Resort .......................22

NEIGHBORHOOD PET SUPPLY Healthy Pets Northwest.................22 Nature’s Pet ..................................22 Sellwood Dog Supply....................22

OFF-LEASH PARK Gabriel Park, Portland...................24 Hondo Dog Park, Hillsboro............24 Mt. Tabor Park, Portland ...............24

PET CARE PRODUCTS Bamboo Mink Sheen 4 in1 Shampoo............................24 Furminator.....................................24 Plus Puppies Buddy Wash............24 Solid Gold Pet Food......................24

PET FOOD Canidae.........................................24 Dining for Dogs .............................24 Rad Cat Kitty Food........................24 Solid Gold Northwest ....................24

PET SITTER All Things Dog...............................24 Fit Pet............................................24 Ruff Life Portland Pet Care ...........24 SitPet.............................................24

PET TRANSPORTATION All Things Dog...............................24 Dogs Dig It ....................................24 Northwest Pet Express..................24

PET-FRIENDLY PUB Amnesia ........................................30 Iron Mutt........................................30 Lucky Labrador Brew Pub.............24 Widmer Brothers Gasthaus...........30

PET-FRIENDLY RESTAURANT Iron Mutt........................................30 Lucky Labrador Brew Pub.............30 Monteaux’s Public House..............30

PET EVENTS Doggie Dash .................................30 Dog Day Afternoon, Aloha.............30 NW Pet & Companion Fair............30 Pug Crawl......................................30

PHOTOGRAPHY All That Jazz..................................30 Four Legged Photo Alicia Dickerson.............................30 Andie Petkus.................................30 Jim Stulting....................................30

PLAYGROUPS Dogs Dig It ....................................32 DogTown .......................................32 LexiDog Boutique & Social Club ...30 Pugs Playgroup.............................32 Schroeder’s Den ...........................32

PRODUCT YOU CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT Advantage.....................................32 Chuck-It.........................................32 Furminator.....................................32 Go Fetch Coupon Book.................32 Kong..............................................32

REAL ESTATE Jean Cullen Realty........................32 David Jothen KMO Inc ..................32 Stephanie Moen............................32

RESCUE SHELTER Cat Adoption Team........................32 Multnomah County Animal Services . 32 Oregon Humane Society...............32 The Pixie Project...........................32

SPECIALTY MEDICAL Cascade Vet Referral....................33 DoveLewis Emergency Hospital ...33 Northwest Veterinary Specialists...32

TRAINING Behave Canine Solutions..............33 DogTown .......................................33 Kirsten Nielsen PhD......................33

TOY – CAT Caster Cat Dancer ........................33 West Paw’s Cat Nip ......................33

TOY – DOG Booda............................................33 Chuck-it.........................................33 K9 Genius .....................................33 Kong..............................................33 Nylabone.......................................33

TREATS Bone Jour Bakery Treats...............33 Castor Pollux Jerky Sticks.............33 Greenies........................................33 Innova ...........................................33 Nutro .............................................33 Old Mother Hubbard......................33 Snook’s Sweet Potato Chews .......33

VETERINARIANS Michael Andrew.............................34 Barbara Cain.................................34 Karen Davies.................................34 Heather Dillon ...............................34 Sid Bruckert-Frisk..........................34 Doug Gribskov ..............................34 Steve Haley...................................34 Kimberly Maun ..............................34 Don McCoy ...................................34 Mark Norman ................................34 Amy Randall..................................34 Connie White.................................34 Yvonne Wikander..........................34 Chris Wilson..................................34

VETERINARY PRACTICE Cornell Road Veterinary Hospital ..36 North Portland Vet.........................36 Northwest Veterinary Specialists...36 Parkway Veterinary Clinic .............36 Rose City Veterinary Hospital .......34

VET REHAB/SPORTS MEDICINE Back on Track Veterinary Rehabilitation Center.....................36 Cedar Hills Veterinary Clinic..........36 Heal Northwest / Rubi Sullivan......36 McKenzie Animal Hospital Springfield .....................................36 Northwest Neighborhood Vet ........36 South Hills Pet Clinic, Eugene ......36

WASTE REMOVAL Doody Calls...................................36 Oops Poops ..................................36 The Poop Scoop ...........................36 Pooper Patrol ................................36

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The Pearl is a Corgi’s best friend

Great photos, great price, great cause

Doggone it, take me to Jake’s!

Especially Saturday, Aug. 23, 10am-noon, when Corgilovers will converge for the Corgi Walk in the Pearl to benefit DoveLewis. Registration is a tax-deductible $25/person. Details 503.227.2187 or LyndePaule@aol.com.

km design photography presents Dog Days of Summer Aug. 9, 10am-7pm, at 2575 NE Kathryn #4 in Hillsboro. Session fees are $20, and the donation of a bag of cat or dog food (Science Diet & Iams brands preferred) for the Bonnie Hays shelter in Hillsboro get you a free 5x7 portrait. 15-minute sessions by appointment; call 503.615.0690 to book your shoot. For details, visit kmdesignphotography.com.

Sunday, Aug. 24, 3-10pm is the eagerly anticipated evening when pet parents and their pooches can snap their linen napkins and settle in for a very fine meal — together — at Jake’s Famous Crawfish in downtown Portland. Pets and their people both enjoy a lovely meal from one of the best kitchens in town, while Jake’s donates all the proceeds to DoveLewis. This one is ideal for meetup and breed groups. Get out and enjoy a gourmet evening out you’ll long remember! Details dovelewis.org.

Rover Romp takes off in Eugene Online registration is now open for the 15th annual 5k run / 2k walk Aug. 24 at Meadow Lark Prairie, across from Greenhill Humane Society, host of the event. In addition to the walk / run, festivities will include demos, contests, local vendors, raffles & children’s activities. Registration’s easy — go to http: //greenhill.dojiggy.com/index.cfm

Dakota’s spirit lives on A grand opening celebration of Dakota Memorial Park, Vancouver’s newest off-leash dog area in at Pacific Community Park, is happening Saturday Aug. 2, 9:30am-3pm, at the

Felines go well with all things French So what better than a French Flea Market at CAT’s Sherwood shelter? Cat Adoption Team invites everyone to market Aug.

Never Alone now serving Eugene/Springfield Never Alone Total Care Home Pet Sitting Service has opened and is accepting clients in the Eugene/Springfield area. Serving “best friends” of all persuasions, proprietor Linda Hoover is an experienced caregiver with cats, rabbits, birds, small confined pets, and rare and exotic pets. Her service also provides great added security while homeowners are away. Dedicated to client satisfaction, Hoover’s credentials include over 40 years’ experience in Certified Pet First Aid, Animal Management, and PSI membership. Bonded and insured, Hoover is passionate about making sure pets are “always secure and happy at home” and provided plenty of TLC, love and hugs. For a free consult with Never Alone, call 541.870.1709 or 541.688.6822, 8am-7pm, or e-mail neveralonepet@cs.com. and, once registered, you’ll have your own personal page where you can create a fundraising goal, email friends and family to sponsor you, and upload pictures of you and your pets. Also on-site is event info, maps and a list of participants. Rover Romp is a benefit for the homeless animals in the Eugene/ Springfield community. Details green-hill.org.

park, at NE 18th St. & NE 172nd Ave. in Vancouver. Hosted by DogPaw, the Dog Owners Group for Park Access in Washington, the day’s festivities will include games, contests, vendors, prizes, education and entertainment. Admission is free; a donation of pet food for AniMeals is requested. Details clarkdogpaw.org.

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— beautiful flowers, food & produce — and, of course, all the cat supplies you’ll ever need inside. All proceeds will help find homes for the kitties at the shelter, located at 14175 SW Galbreath Dr. in Sherwood, Ore. Also noteworthy: The Cat Food Bank is open Aug. 3, noon-4, at the shelter. The food bank provides cat food for cat owners in financial need. The Cat Food Bank is located at CAT’s shelter.

Bones and Brew boosts the zoo

Everybody loves Pugs

OHS announces photo contest winner

The 14th annual Bones & Brew Festival to benefit the Oregon Zoo is happening Aug. 2 & 3 at a favorite with the out-and-about set of Portland: the Northwest & Pearl Districts. Three closed-off city streets overlooking the buzzing I-405 will be transformed into Portland’s largest neighborhood BBQ for two days of fun. Authentic grill-masters will be competing, cooking up traditional barbeque, along with Hawaiian, Asian, seafood and vegetarian options.

And everyone’s invited to celebrated these endearing sweethearts at the Pacific Pug Fest Sept. 14, 1-5pm at Dogs Dig It Daycare at 1132 SE Salmon St in Portland. The event is a fundraiser for Pacific Pug Rescue. Details 503.704.3587.

Now there’s treats at the park The Hillsboro Dog Association is adding a likable wrinkle to the experience of romping at Hondo, Portland’s favorite dog park and 1st Place Winner of Spot’s 2008 Top Dog Award. The HDA will be selling dog treats and other goodies the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month to help support its programs. The HDA will continue sales through October (weather permitting), 9am-noon.

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in July. All first-place photos are featured inside the issue, and at oregonhumane.org/contest/Photo_ Contest_2008.htm.

Whole Foods introduces good chow for dogs Whole Foods Market, a trusted and leading source of natural and organic foods, has introduced a delicious, nutritious product for pups. Every ingredient in the new 365 Everyday Value Holistic pet food is selected to nourish the whole pet, from oatmeal for a healthy digestive system to Menhaden Fish Oil for maintaining the central nervous system. No by-products are used, ingredients are human-grade quality, and — natch — there are never artificial colors, flavors or preservatives.

Beating the heat means saving lives

Oregon Humane Society’s annual Fuzzy, Furry, and Feathered Friends Photo Contest has wrapped, with judges choosing the best photos of pets from over 2,200 entries. From beloved dogs, fuzzy kittens, nuzzling horses, hungry squirrels, to a tiny lamb, the photos show a true appreciation and love of animals. Prizes for the winning entries were supplied by Pro Photo Supply and Canon USA. The Grand Prize went to Chris Pokorny for his photograph of Zoey, a black Lab who was soaking in the sun on Canon Beach. The photo captures the image of a big, wet dog in pure bliss. Zoey’s image will be the cover of the OHS Summer 2008 Magazine, distributed to 25,000 households and businesses

Of all pets, dogs are the most subject to heatstroke. Bulldogs and overweight canines of any breed are the most frequent victims. Dogs with fine, heavy coats tend to suffer most, and should be clipped in the summer. Dogs have few sweat glands; they keep cool through evaporation of the body fluids from the throat and mouth, thus heavy panting. When the animal is cool, the panting generally stops. Panting can also indicate thirst or stress. In the case of heatstroke, however, panting is sharp and continuous. The dog seems to be “burning up,” his tongue turns purple, and he has difficulty catching his breath. If heat stroke is suspected, do two things first: call your vet, and cool the baby immediately. Lay her on a flat surface and soak thoroughly with cold water. Set a fan a few feet away, blowing directly on her, and keep adding water as it evaporates.

ADOPTION

GROOMER WANTED HOME AWAY FROM HOME The Dog Manor for fun and friendly Doggie Day- T-Sat, Exp, detail oriented, neat and friendly. COMPANIONS FOR LIFE 300 cats & kittens looking for forever home, care! Your best friend’s home away from home. Please call Liana Mon-Fri 503-291-0010 altered, tested, vaccinated, microchipped, 503-309-0372 M-F 7-6:30 North Portland WRITERS indoor, ready to love. Adoption fee $60Spot is growing! We are always considering $125. 7 days/week 10-6 Cat Adoption Team WHAT IS YOUR PET DOING ALL DAY? 503.925.8903 www.catadoptionteam.org Chewing, Digging, Barking Bored and Missing talented writers. The budget is humble but Volunteers welcome. Fosters needed. You. Call A LUCKY DOG. 1-800-GO-LUCKY growing. The readership is passionate and the standard is high. If interested, please send letter of intro (especially your areas DOG GROOMING BOARDING of interest/expertise in pets), along with two Doggy Delight welcomes Jeanne H. together samples to: publisher@spotmagazine.net. Park Your Car with Erica E. for a combined 35 yrs. experience No phone calls please. Board Your Pet grooming. Call for an appointment — Tues-Sat. Board Your Flight In Tanasbourne. 503-644-0747 • 5 minutes from Portland International Airport • Open 24-7 by appointment for check-in and check-out • Next to park-and-ﬂy services • Voted "Best Doggie Dash" By Willamette Week, 2004

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

$25/DAY AJ’S K9 KAMP Visit the photo page on www.ajs-k9kamp.com. Day care & overnight home care. Canines under 30 lbs. Nr the airport. 15 yrs exp. Licensed. Insured. 7am - 8pm 503-252-7652.

BUSINESS OPP. KENNEL Excellent opportunity to start you own kennel! Beautiful 9 acre property in WA with a house, 16 run kennel, outside exercise areas, rural setting. $395k 360.270.9515 • teija@isellkennels.com

DAYCARE

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HOUSE & PET SITTERS

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

PHOTOGRAPHY DONNA DUNAIF PHOTOGRAPHY Soulful Portraits of Pets & Their People. Your home or on location. 503-282-2967. www.donnadunaifphotography.com.

RESCUE

KRITTER KARE OF PORTLAND Daily dog walks. Vacation pet sitting. “Overnites” & house sitting services. Caring for domestics & exotics in the tri-county area since 1994. Licensed, bonded, insured. Refs. 503-252-0599, 503-940-7761.

LEGAL SERVICES “WE HAVE A WARM HEART FOR A COLD NOSE”

BANKRUPTCY & PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY Let me help you file for bankruptcy – stop creditors’ calls - take control of your life. Aaron Varhola, 503-546-7913.

LEXIDOG AT 5TH STREET PUBLIC MARKET PET SITTING TRAINING Features Experienced grooming by JesDEPENDABLE RETIRED COUPLE HAPPY PALS DOG TRAINING sica Plante — Let Jess pamper your pup from nose to toes! Call (541) 343-5394 We do overnight and vacation house and pet Have fun w/your dog teaching manners and/or sitting. Dogs, cats, horses, whatever! Respon- earning titles in obed, rally, conf, or tracking. for an appointment.

HELP WANTED

sible with great references. 503-679-5613 or 503-537-9719

AD SALES - PDX EAST & EUGENE THE PET PROFESSIONAL Spot Magazine is growing! Wanted: DetailServiceing inner portland. oriented, disciplined, confident, friendly, Elizabeth Fischer 503-830-1691 animal lover to work flexible hours from THE BED & BISCUIT ON SUNNYSIDE www.heartandhandspdx.com Daycare and overnight stays in my home for home office. Experience not required, but dogs over 30# Special needs, meds OK! Lisa high comfort in and appetite for sales a must. LISA & FRIENDS PET SITTING Send letter & resume to publisher@spot Quality pet care in a comfortable home environ503-658-5737 magazine.net. No calls please. ment at great prices. In-home visits also availFOREST PARK BED & BISCUIT able. All pets welcome. Refs. 503-490-3762 FRIENDLY PEOPLE WANTED Dog daycare, overnights & basic grooming while you wait or play. Private setting in NW To deliver Spot Magazine to newsstands. A FURRY DUTY IN HOME CARE PDX, close to Montgomery Park. Call Linda for few hours, a few bucks. Never leave your own Boarding/Daily Walking. Contact Char details 503-768-9932 or 971-570-3646. neighborhood! 1-2 days per month. PDX, and 503.829.7181 or jcpalmer@molalla.net Salem and Eugene routes available. To apply, or MiriamatFurryDuty@yahoo.com or 503-807-4578 call call 503.261.1162. See AJ’s K9 Kamp under Boarding

PET TRAVEL

Judges from several orgs. Private lessons, your home or our facilities. Call Loanne or Roger 503-359-9297. K9 BEHAVIOR COMPANY Private in-home training. Perfect puppy – right from the start! Behavior modification for your out-a-control adolescent dog. Help with your shy or aggressive dog. Gentle reward-based methods. Call Deb Walker 503-704-7481 or visit www.k9-behavior.com

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ADOPTION / RESCUE Oregon Ferret Shelter . . . . . . 43 ANIMAL COMMUNICATOR Jennifer Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 ATTORNEYS Scott Beckstead . . . . . . . . . . . 44 BOARDING Airpet Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Cooper Mountain Kennels . . . 15 Forest Park Bed & Biscuit . . . 21 Rock Creek Kennels . . . . . . . 19 Stay Pet Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Nats Pet Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Ruff Wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Sellwood Dog Supply . . . . . . 13 Wag the Dog . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Wags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

PHOTOGRAPHY Animals Only Photography . . 37 Bob DeVeny Photography . . . 37 Alicia Dickerson Four Legged Photo . . . . . . 31

GROOMING - EUG/SPNG Grooming Dales . . . . . . . . . . . 43

PRODUCTS Ballistic Dog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 BeBop USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Kennel Deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Kool Collar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Nats Pet Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Otto Step . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

HEALTH & WELLNESS Back on Track . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Dr. Mary Mandeville . . . . . . . . 31 Enerworkings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Rover Rehab . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Unsinkable Dogs . . . . . . . . . . 23

CREMATION / MEMORIALS Dignified Pet Services . . . . . . 13 Family Animal Services . . . . . . 6

HOTELS Ester Lee Motel . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Looking Glass Inn . . . . . . . . . 21 Shilo Inns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

DOGGY DAYCARE Dogs Dig It . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Wag the Dog . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

LAWN CARE & MAINTENANCE Lawn Care Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

EVENTS Dakota Park Grand Opening . 13 GROOMING / DOG WASH Aqua Dogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Aussie Pet Mobile . . . . . . . . . 29 Doggy Delight . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Portland Pampered Pets . . . . 31 Sherrie’s Pampered Pets . . . . 27 GIFTS / FASHION / SPECIALTY Ballistic Dog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 BeBop USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Bi-Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40, 48 Lexi Dog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

PET CONFINEMENT Invisable Fence . . . . . . . . . . . 23 PET FOOD / SUPPLIES Bi-Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40, 48 Sellwood Dog Supply . . . . . . 13 Snowfire Farm — distributor of healthy pet foods . . . . . . 12 Solid Gold Northwest Holistic Products for Pets . 21 PET TRANSPORTATION Northwest Pet Express . . . . . 23

REAL ESTATE Veta Holscher, John L Scott . 37 TRAINING City Dog Country Dog . . . . . . . 2 Dogs Rule Charm School . . . 44 Rover Rehab . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Smart Paws Academy . . . . . . 23 Wag the Dog . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 VETERINARIANS / VET HOSPITALS Good Neighbor Vet . . . . . . . . 15 Best Friends Vet . . . . . . . . . . 21 Cornell Rd Vet Clinic . . . . . . . 31 Dove Lewis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 NW Neighborhood Vet . . . . . . 19 Pacific Avenue Vet . . . . . . . . . 17 Parkway Vet Hospital . . . . . . . 23 Rose City Veterinary Hospital 29 WASTE REMOVAL SERVICES Dog Butler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 VACATION RENTALS Ester Lee Motel . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Idyllic Beach House . . . . . . . . 15 Looking Glass Inn . . . . . . . . . 12

ANIMAL LAW • dog bites/ animal attacks • animal injury or death • veterinary malpractice • estate planning/ pet trusts

Scott Beckstead advocating for animals & humans since 1991 www.animal-law.com 541-563-5447

(503) 659-2457 Now registering Puppy Kindergarten and Beginning Obedience Classes Classes at the new Oak Lodge Barks & Recreation Playcare in Milwaukie! *Special Polite on Leash and Daytraining for Oak Lodge Players!

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2 saturday • Bones and Brew boosts the zoo. The 14th annual festival is taking over three whole streets in Portland’s Northwest & Pearl Districts for the biggest backyard barbeque of the year! Details oregonzoo.org. 9:30am — Dakota Memorial Park Grand Opening Celebration. DogPaw is having a party at Vancouver’s newest off-leash dog area at Paciﬁc Community Park ‘til 3. Festivities include games, contests, vendors, prizes, education and entertainment. Free admission; a donation of pet food for AniMeals requested. Details clarkdogpaw.org. 10am — French Flea Market at Cat Adoption Team in Sherwood ‘til 4. Unique collectibles, shabby chic decor, antiques, one of a kind items & Parisian marketplace-style vendors. Details at catadoptionteam.org & in Fetch. 10am — Pet Nutrition & News with Chip Sammons on KKPZ, 1330 AM radio. Founder & janitor of the award-winning Holistic Pet Center, “The Health Food Store for Pets” in Clackamas, Ore., Chip studied Canine Nutrition at Cornell U & completed the Pet Nutrition Program at Colorado State U. His live, one-hour show is

geared to help you help your pets live long, healthy, happy lives. 11am — Oregon Dog Rescue Day at PetsMart in Tualatin. Noon — Adopt a cat this weekend. CAT counselors are on-site ‘til 4 at PetsMart stores in Clackamas, Hillsboro, Tigard, Tualatin, Wilsonville & at Washington Square. Details catadoptionteam.org. Noon — Adoptables from OFASA (Oregon Friends of Shelter Animals) at Petco in Beaverton ‘til 4. Tomorrow noon-4. 12:30pm — Problem Pooch class at Oregon Humane Society in Portland. Group discussions led by OHS behavior specialists for those entering or considering pet parenthood. Details oregonhumane.org.

main hospital in the Pearl at 1945 NW Pettygrove. Tour lasts about an hour. RSVP to rsvp@dovelewis.org.

Pettygrove in Portland. Details dovelewis.org.

6:30pm — Basic Manners Dog Training class at OHS in 6:30pm — Aging Pet Seminar at Portland. Fun, positive and Cornell Road Veterinary Hospital convenient (class schedules in Hillsboro. Did you know that are ﬂexible). Students can at age 7 your pet is considered attend any class in their level a senior? This free seminar & move up when they’re ready. provides tips & info on making Intro Class (free) required. them your pet’s best years! Space $100/1-month unlimited class is limited; RSVP to 503.693.1598. pass, $185/2-month pass. Details 503.802.6711 or oregonhumane.org/Behavior.htm.

6 wednesday

7:50am — Meet the K103 Pet of 8 friday the Week presented by MCAS on K103 FM Radio. 8:30am — Be an Animal Rescuer, ages 7 & 8, at the Oregon Zoo. Details oregonzoo.org.

7 thursday

Noon — Pet Loss Support group at DoveLewis, 1945 NW

• Tualatin Crawﬁsh Festival runs all day every day through Sunday.

3 sunday 11am — Cat & Dog First Aid with the American Red Cross. Pets have different ﬁrst aid needs than humans. Topics: rescue breathing, treating shock, choking, bleeding, suspected fractures & sudden illnesses, including poisoning. Cost $40; details redcross-pdx.org. Noon — The Cat Food Bank is open ‘til 4 at CAT in Sherwood. The bank provides cat food for owners in need. 1pm — Puppy Romp, Sundays with award-winning behaviorist Dr. Kirsten Nielsen CPDT, at Schroeder’s Den & Daycare in Hillsboro. Details schroedersden.com.

The Beneﬁts Of Licensing Your Dog: Peace of mind: 24 hour identiﬁcation. A license is a ride home. Safe shelter: Good food, a warm bed, and emergency care.

5 tuesday 6pm — Tour Dove. Go behind the scenes at DoveLewis’s

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1 friday 11am — Greenhill animals are hittin’ the Road! Adoptable sweeties will be at West Coast Bank, 1005 Green Acres Rd, across from Delta Oaks Shopping Center ‘til 4. Details green-hill.org.

Apply online at www.LicenseYourPet.com

Washington County Animal Services 1901 SE 24th Ave., Hillsboro, OR 97123 503-846-7041 ext. 2

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9 saturday • NW Pet & People Psychic Faye Pietrokowsky offers pet readings / consultations today at Howl At The Moon in Vancouver. Sessions $20/10 minutes, $30/ 15. RSVP; details howl-at-themoon.com. 9am — The Hillsboro Dog Association, which makes its home at award-winning Hondo Dog Park, is selling dog treats & other goodies 9-noon the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month to support its programs. More details in Fetch.

you — and the wonderful folks from Rabbit Advocates — at Western Pet Supply in Beaverton ‘til 3. RA is devoted to the rescue & welfare of domestic rabbits. Their outreach events are fun, informative — even beautifying! They’ll clip your bunny’s nails too! (Donations appreciated.) Details adoptarabbit.org. 12:30pm — Finicky Feline class at Oregon Humane Society in Portland. Group discussions led by OHS behavior specialists for those entering or considering pet parenthood. Details oregonhumane.org.

Helping hands At a recent adoption event at Lane County Animal Services, six-year-old McKenzie Stevens showed up with her grandparents, Victor and Karen Stevens, who have a Min Pin rescue, and her foster pup, Duke, a Pyrenees mix (shown in her lap). McKenzie was an enthusiastic helper all day long! She helped as Spot shot Willamette Valley Cover Models, with the car wash, and with the animal groups on hand. Her pup Duke has since been happily adopted by a retired teacher who has three acres, another dog and many barn kitties, the perfect home for this shy, beautiful little guy. Spot thanks all the foster families like the Stevens, who give their time and care to the pets waiting for forever homes. And a very big thank you to McKenzie! 10am — Dog (and Cat) Days of Summer ‘til 7 with km design photography in Hillsboro. Details in Fetch or kmdesignphotography.com. 10am — Pet Nutrition & News with Chip Sammons on KKPZ, 1330 AM radio. Chip helps you help your pets live long, healthy, happy lives. Noon — Looking for Some Bunny to Love? Meet some looking for

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4pm — Kitten Kindergarten at OHS. Help your kitten grow up to be happy & well-balanced. Learn how to avoid common mistakes in kitten-rearing, get tips on great products, and enjoy the company of other kitten/cat lovers. For kittens 8-16 weeks. Details oregonhumane.org.

10 sunday • Ask The Trainer, Joyce Biethan, MPT, CPDT, today at Howl At

The Moon in Vancouver. $10/15 minutes of 1-on-1 consult using the concepts of Choose to Heel Foundation Training. Proceeds beneﬁt the Humane Society for Southwest Washington. Details howl-at-the-moon.com. 1pm — All About Herding Dogs with Richard Spencer-Mills of Aussie Rescue & Windbiter Dog Training at OHS. A fun, educational workshop about herding breeds. Spencer-Mills will discuss breed history, characteristics, common behaviors & traits, training challenges, aggression problems, and training advice. Live demo. Cost $45; details/RSVP 503.285-7722 or oregonhumane.org. 4pm — Dove35 Birthday Party at Pioneer Sq Square ‘til 8. Celebrate DoveLewis’ birthday with a community-wide art project. 7pm — Memorial Art Community Workshop at DoveLewis in the Pearl. Families 1-2:30, ages 16adult 3-4:30. Art therapist and certiﬁed grief counselor Enid Traisman, MSW facilitates. The event is free, but you do need to RSVP: dovelewis.org/giftshop.

12 tuesday 2pm — Get a caricature of your pet by artist Sam Arneson at Howl At The Moon in Vancouver. $20 per pet/person. To RSVP or view sample caricatures, visit howl-at-themoon.com.

13 wednesday 7:50am — Meet the K103 Pet of the Week presented by MCAS on K103 FM Radio.

14 wednesday 9am — Pet Loss Support group at DoveLewis, 1945 NW Pettygrove in Portland. Details dovelewis.org.

16 saturday 8am — Steam Train Class for adults at the Oregon Zoo. Details oregonzoo.org. 9:30am — Photography Class for Teens (13-18) at the zoo. Details oregonzoo.org. 10am — Bark in the Park at SummerLake Park in Tigard ‘til 3. Hosted by OFASA (Oregon Friends of Shelter Animals). Register at 10 to strut your mutt in the Bark Walk at 11. Festivities that follow: adoptions, vaccines & microchipping, workshops, gifts, games, music, food & contests including Dog-Owner Look-a-like, Best Bark/Trick/ Kiss, Blufﬁest, Cutest, Ugliest, Biggest, Smallest & Best Costume. Details 503.747.7818 or info@ofosa.org. 10am — Multnomah Days Parade & Dog Wash at Lucky Lab Public House, 7675 SW Capitol Hwy in Portland. Parade at 10, Dog Wash, to beneﬁt the DoveLewis Blood Bank, 10:30-2. Suggested donation $5/wash. 10am — Pet Nutrition & News with Chip Sammons on KKPZ, 1330 AM radio. Chip helps you help your pets live long, healthy, happy lives. 11am — Meet Your New Best Friend! Adoptable sweeties from Greenhill will be at LexiDog today ‘til 4 at the store at 5th Street Market. Details green-hill.org. Offered again tomorrow. Noon — Ready for a Kitty? They’re ready for you! CAT

counselors are on-site ‘til 4 at Portland area PetsMart stores. Details catadoptionteam.org.

18 monday 7pm — Pet Loss Support group at DoveLewis, 1945 NW Pettygrove in Portland. Details dovelewis.org.

20 wednesday 7:50am — Meet the K103 Pet of the Week presented by MCAS on K103 FM Radio. 6pm — Tour Dove. Go behind the scenes at DoveLewis’s main hospital in the Pearl at 1945 NW Pettygrove. Tour lasts about an hour. RSVP to rsvp@dovelewis.org. 7pm — Pet Loss Support group at DoveLewis, 10564 SE Washington (near Mall 205) in Portland. Details dovelewis.org.

21 thursday 7pm — Pet Loss Support group at DoveLewis, 1945 NW Pettygrove in Portland. Details dovelewis.org.

22 friday • Cats R Cool 4 Back to School Adoptathon at CAT. $10 off adoption fees or $40 off when you take home two cats. Plus 10% off everything in CAT’s inshelter Cat Boutique, stocked full of supplies & gift items. Through Sept. 1. Noon — Meet Fabulous Felines. CAT counselors are on-site ‘til 4 at PetsMart stores in Clackamas, Hillsboro, Tigard, Tualatin, Wilsonville & at Washington Square. Details catadoptionteam.org.

23 saturday 9am — The Hillsboro Dog Association, which makes its home at award-winning Hondo Dog Park, is selling dog treats & other goodies 9-noon the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month to support its programs. More details in Fetch. 10am — Corgi Walk in the Pearl to beneﬁt DoveLewis. Details in Fetch, or from Lynde at 503.227.2187 or LyndePaule@aol.com. 10am — Pet Nutrition & News with Chip Sammons on KKPZ, 1330 AM radio.

24 sunday 8am — Rover Romp at Greenhill Humane Society in Eugene. Join in for the 5k run or 2k walk at Meadow Lark Prairie, across from Greenhill. Festivities will include demos, contests, local vendors, rafﬂes & children’s activities. Register online at http:/ /greenhill.dojiggy.com/index.cfm. More details in Fetch. 3pm — The Fine Dining Event of the Season, Jake’s Dog Day of Summer, is back! Make your reservations between 310 tonight to enjoy a meal with your best furry friend at Jake’s Famous Crawﬁsh. Both of you will enjoy a fabulous meal on the patio, served up by one of the best kitchens in town, and DoveLewis will make great use of the proceeds doing the great work they do. Details dovelewis.org.

27 wednesday 7:50am — Meet the K103 Pet of the Week presented by MCAS on K103 FM Radio.

29 friday

ALL MONTH

Noon — Dog Day Afternoon II at Hazeldale Dog Park in Aloha ‘til 6. Festivities include animal behavior specialists, agility, demos, vendor booths, rafﬂes & more. Proceeds support the park. Details 503.642.7219.

• AUSSIE PET MOBILE is new in town, providing a full ‘spa’ experience to your pet at your front door in their Mercedes Sprinter Van. For an Aussie Pet Mobile in your area, call 800.PETMOBILE (738.6624) or visit www.aussiepetmobile.com.

30 saturday

• SUMMER CONCERTS at the Oregon Zoo. For dates, performers and ticket info, visit oregonzoo.org.

10am — Pet Nutrition & News with Chip Sammons on KKPZ, 1330 AM radio. Chip helps you help your pets live long, healthy, happy lives. Noon — CAT counselors are on-site ‘til 4 at six Portland area PetsMart stores. Details catadoptionteam.org. 2pm — Get a caricature of your pet by artist Sam Arneson at Howl At The Moon in Vancouver. $20 per pet/person. To RSVP or view sample caricatures, visit howl-at-the-moon.com.

MORE EVENTS ALL MONTH LONG SpotMagazine.Net

Circle the date! Sept. 14 1pm — Paciﬁc Pug Fest at Dogs Dig It Daycare, 1132 SE Salmon in Portland. Fundraiser for Paciﬁc Pug Rescue. Details 503.704.3587.

KPSU Fathers & Families Show 1450 AM Thursdays at 6:00 * Coming

up on Fathers & Families with your host Jim Whinston

Aug 7, 2008: Legendary State Senator Vern Cook with a mature perspective on the historical political landscape. Aug 14, 2008: Joe Tabor, chair of the Oregon Libertarian Party, on limited government and personal freedom. Aug 21, 2008: The Recovery Association Project, RAP, on the Hands Across the Bridge celebration of people in recovery on Labor Day. Aug 28, 2008: Sonja Harju with a monthly update on political and social issues. *Subject to change.

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