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ife with pets is in some ways like life with small children. Our pets are precious, precocious, vulnerable, and beyond the most obvious cues, they’re unable to convey what they need or want. For this and many other reasons there are times when even the most experienced guardian — of children and pets alike — need an assist.

Enter The 2018 AWESOME Pet Guide, a resource filled with tips and info from expert professionals and organizations, paired with ads from pet-centric NW businesses and organizations. Take a spin through the Guide for trends, answers to FAQs and more, in everything from dining with dogs to daycare, vacays, veterinary care, and more!

We hope you enjoy and share the Guide. Copies will be available through year end, and permanently online.

Pets are among life’s greatest gifts, and it is our blessing, as their guardians, to provide the care and enrichment to ensure their very best lives.

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sk any pet parent what keeps them up at night, and medical worries will top the list. Whether a late-night or holiday pet emergency, a worrisome diagnosis, or some mysterious and unnamed health concern, it’s stressful stuff. Questions come up: where to get care, how long will it take, how much will it cost, will my buddy be okay?

Traci Delos has been there, rushing to the ER with a dog who was fine one minute and half unconscious the next. And in her job as Hospital Administrator at Cascade Veterinary Referral Center, she sees the same worry on clients’ faces.

She wanted to create a soothing environment for veterinary clients and their pets, and CVRC’s founder, Dr. Richard Howard, had a similar vision when he established the practice a dozen years ago.

“The building was designed to be a calming place,” says Delos. “From the time the client checks in until they leave, we want it to be stressfree for the client and the pet.” To ensure the lobby is quiet and focused on clients, phones are answered in a back office. Areas like the intensive care unit are separate from other noises and activity so patients can fully rest.

CVRC recently made the move to a 24-hour schedule, making it the only pet ER and specialty center on Portland’s south side. The move also means staff can provide care when primary care doctors can’t. The hospital offers flat-fee overnight care for pets recovering from surgery or in need of medical monitoring when their primary care clinic is closed.

Here, every doctor is a specialist, with years of training and certification beyond veterinary college.

“I talk to people in terms of human healthcare,” Delos says. “You go to your primary health care provider, but if there’s something happening outside their discipline, they’re going to send you to a specialist. Yes, some day-practices can do surgery and internal medicine, but here, that’s all they do. They’re highly trained. That’s what you’d want for your own care.”

With a soothing environment, low patient-to-staff ratio, and roundthe-clock care, it’s top-notch medicine for sick or injured pets, but it’s also a salve to frazzled nerves. While pets get seamless overnight and weekend care, their exhausted and worried humans can rest knowing photo and phone updates are available on request.

Delos won’t forget the panic of rushing her very sick dog to the hospital, but she is grateful that he fully recovered from what turned out to be water poisoning: her dog had swallowed huge amounts of water while playing in a sprinkler on a hot day.

It was super-quick walk-in care and expert diagnostics that saved her dog, and Delos is happy anytime she sees clients getting the same at CVRC. “We always try to do what’s best for the pet. Part of that is what’s best for the owner. We try to figure out what their needs are: emotional needs, financial needs, there’s a lot that goes into those decisions.”

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 AGILITY & SPORTS Get in the Game!

Some dogs are happy to hang out at home, play weekend warrior with their kids, or fetch a ball. Others thrive with a J-O-B. Thanks to the growing popularity of dog sports, there are options suited to various interests (yours and your dog’s), what a pooch is physically and emotionally up for, and more. Whether you and your dog are in it to win it or just love fresh air and exercise, there’s something for everyone. And the only real requirement is that it’s fun for you both.

 What are dog sports?

Essentially, just structured play with your dog! Following are some of the most popular, organized activities.

 Agility • High speed, high energy.

• Obstacle courses have weave poles, various jumps, a-frames, teeter-totters, and tunnels.

• Precision, athleticism, challenge, and communication make this a favorite of many sizes and breeds of dog and other species (even rabbits!).

 Rally

 Nose Work

 Joring

• All energies and speeds, all temperaments.

• High energy, high speed.

• Inspired by the work of drug- and bombdetection dogs.

• Fitted with a harness, dogs are trained to pull their partner — on a scooter, a bike, or cross-country skis!

• Uses dogs’ super-powered sense of smell to take in reams of knowledge with a single sniff.

• It’s truly a sport for all dogs. Since they work independently on leash, dogs with temperament challenges and even physical limitations can still find joy.

 Truffle Hunting • Medium to high energy, medium speed.

• All energies, precise but not necessarily full-speed-ahead.

• Using a dog’s 300 million olfactory receptors to seek tasty “diamonds of the kitchen.”

• Combines obedience skills with the human/ animal bond.

• Truffle hunting is a challenging, natureloving activity especially popular in the Northwest.

• Numbered courses outline the path the team will take to join semi-complicated tricks with obedience maneuvers.

 Freestyle • Medium energy, moderate speed.

• Pairs creative expression with dog training.

• When routines are combined with music, it’s a great spectator sport as well. It’s harmony in motion when dog and handler execute their parts together, separately, and in time to a song.

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 Treiball • Medium and high energy, medium speed.

• The popular sport of herding large, inflated balls. This is a timed strategy game where dog and handler must work together to net the balls while keeping them within set boundaries — and not popping a ball!

• Timed, strategic, loads of fun.

• Challenging, requires coordination between dog and human, and awesome for outdoor adventurers!

 Obedience • All energies, medium speed.

• A true team and bonding sport that requires patience and creativity, making it also fun to watch.

• This takes basic dog class to a whole new level: retrieving, jumping, heeling, sits, downs, and so much more!

 Trick Dog • Medium energy, all speeds.

• Random, fun, CREATIVE. This is a way to turn your dog’s favorite “party tricks” into titles, accolades, or more.

• Many dogs you see in movies, TV, and print media started as trick dogs. If your dog really digs being a trickster, you could have the makings of the next Marmaduke.

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Truffle Hunting TruffleDogCompany.com

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A Portland native, Kennedy Morgan has been around dogs her entire life – from the multitude of strays near the country home of her youth to the crew she calls her own now. Vegas, her retired agility superstar (Great Dane!) has been her primary inspiration for all things dog in the last decade, including her passion for writing.

• Medium energy, medium speed.

• This sport uses a dog’s natural drive for exploring intriguing smells and critters underground.

• Events use actual rodents who are safely caged and not harmed.

In fact, the rodents are often part of the team, owned and loved by those who share their homes with Terriers and Dachshunds who excel at this game.

 Barn Hunt • Medium energy and speed.

• Similar to Earthdog but for all breeds, big and small.

• Instead of going underground, dogs climb on, over, and under bales of straw to find (safely caged) rodents. They must learn to distinguish between containers with and without critters inside.

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• Rapidly growing, easy to practice and play.

With so many activities to choose from, you and your sport-loving dog can sample different kinds until you find those you both love. Whether for trophies or just for fun, sports deepen the love, relationship, and bond between human and dog.

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BEHAVIOR & TRAINING ... keys to happy ever after Pets enrich our lives with companionship, snuggles, adventure, and hearty laughs.

That’s the expectation, anyway, and usually the reality. But when our furry, funny, affectionate companions also move in with baggage like aggression, separation anxiety, guarding, or house-soiling, life is anything but peaceful.

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The Golden Rule

When faced with a pet behavior problem, there’s truly only one rule: Get help.

Left unaddressed, behavior issues can become more entrenched while your household grows more chaotic. Behavior issues are among the top reasons pets are surrendered to shelters.

 When to get help How do you know when to call a veterinary behaviorist, seek help from a trainer, or enroll in a manners class? “I don’t know that there’s a perfect answer, truthfully,” says Dr. Christopher Pachel, veterinary behaviorist and owner of Animal Behavior Clinic in SE Portland. Pachel’s best advice: pick up the phone or send an email. “I would love for us to be a resource anytime people aren’t sure what they should do.”

 What is a veterinary behaviorist A veterinary behaviorist is a doctor of veterinary medicine with additional years of training and board certification. A behavior clinic provides access to all forms of treatment. The doctor might identify underlying medical causes such as pain or anxiety. In that case, the doctor can prescribe medication or other medical treatments in addition to a training program.

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Why choose a veterinary behaviorist Some common behavior complaints are actually medical issues. House-soiling can be a sign of a painful urinary condition or arthritic joints that cause pain when a pet squats, climbs into a litter box, or makes his way outdoors to do his business. Aggression can also be a sign of underlying medical issues, such as pain, anxiety, or vision or hearing loss. A veterinary behaviorist can diagnose and treat these conditions along with the accompanying behavior.

Behavior clinics generally have highly-qualified trainers on staff; Dr. Pachel’s office has two. Often, after his initial assessment, he determines that a pet’s issue isn’t medically related and can be treated entirely with training and socialization. But, he says, “People have the reassurance that the dog or cat was given a full assessment, and that this is the prescribed approach.”

For behavior issues that don’t require a doctor’s input, Pachel says, “We have a tremendous number of positive reinforcement trainers in the Portland area.”

 Choosing a Trainer It’s important to work with the right trainer — it's still common to find trainers using outdated approaches. Pet aggression often arises from fear or anxiety, and coercive training will make it worse. Anything that involves scolding, harsh corrections, chokeor pinch-collars, or forcefully rolling a dog on his back is considered inhumane and possibly harmful by veterinary behaviorists.

Be wary of any who promise to extinguish bad behaviors or “put a dominant dog in his place.” Instead, look for trainers who help your pet learn new behaviors in a positive

and encouraging environment. Good training redirects dogs away from undesired behaviors and guides and rewards new, desirable behaviors. Your dog should light up and wiggle happily at the sight of her trainer.

Training needs to be fun and rewarding to keep your dog feeling engaged, focused, and confident.

“The vast majority of canine behavior issues have nothing to do with dominance,” warns Pachel, “so any training approach that talks about establishing dominance or being the pack leader, or uses a coercive, confron-

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Whether you choose a behaviorist or trainer, getting the right help does much more than address the problem that led you to seek help in the first place. As a bonus, it deepens your bond with your furry, funny, sometimes-infuriating friend. As Pachel points out, understanding creates empathy.

When you understand why your pet was acting out, and then have the tools to fix it, life can be good again, for you and your fur kid.

Animal Behavior Clinic: animalbehaviorclinic.net Association of Pet Dog Trainers apdt.com/resource-center/how-to-choose-a-dog-trainer/ Karen Pryor Academy for Animal Training & Behavior www.karenpryoracademy.com/find-a-trainer

Michelle Blake is a Salem, OR-based freelance writer whose work has appeared in national publications. Her husband wants you to know she's a REALLY crazy dog lady too.

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BOARDING & DAYCARE Your buddy’s home away from home Daycare — once a choice limited to children — is now popular with the furry set. Today, would-be latchkey pups happily romp with playmates while their people are at work.

Boarding has changed too: concrete-and-chainlink kennels are replaced by bright abodes, outdoor play spaces, and 24-hour webcams for watchful parents.

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Ask your veterinarian and friends for referrals.

Then visit the facility and find out:

Dr. Jason Nicholas of The Preventive Vet says a dog might prefer a boarding facility if she’s:

• Hours kennels are staffed.

• Happy meeting new people and dogs.

• Services and activities offered.

• Confident in new environments.

• If tours are available (if not, Nicholas says it’s a red flag).

• Current on all vaccines.

• If the facilities are clean and professional.

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 Cremation can be an affordable and dignified option

For pet parents cremation has become the prevailing choice for after care, perhaps thanks to the many options it provides, such as:

ion. There are many ways to personalize an experience

• Private or communal cremation.

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• The option to be involved in the process as much or as little as desired.

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• A wide variety of urns or other memorials (jewelry, memorial stone or glass art, digital tribute).

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Things to look for in cremation and after care services

• Responsive care and concern for your needs and clear, compassionate communication

care and dignity in their aftercare. Likewise, their families should receive compassion and professionalism at their time of mourning.

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• A calming environment.

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• 24-hour availability.

• Willingness to discuss prices and procedures.

• Flexibility with scheduling and level of pet guardian involvement.

• Same day scheduling.

• Option to go to them or have them come to you.

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• Ability to coordinate with your veterinarian.

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Dealing with after care for your beloved pet is difficult for most, from the first steps of exploring available options to making arrangements in advance and ultimately going through the process itself.

Having a caring, competent team during this time can make a huge difference in how you feel about laying your best friend to rest.

A good way to get a feel for local options is to simply explore websites. This can give you a feel for a company’s tone or “personality,” and it’s important that it fit yours and your family’s needs.

Some websites are more comprehensive than others; some even include videos that provide words from staff about what to expect, services provided, merchandise options, and beliefs about after care.

Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is a significant chapter in the story of your lives together. It’s worth taking time ahead to consider the options and find the fit that will provide the services and accommodations that will make this experience as gentle and free of complications or worry as possible.

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DOG-FRIENDLY DINING Dinner with Your Best Friend Either on the road or out on the town, sometimes you want to f ind a place where you can grab a bite and take your furkid along. While dogs aren’t allowed inside restaurants, many places offer dog-friendly dining with outdoor seating — and quite a few even have special menus with canine favorites. Portland frequently ranks high among dog-friendly cities, and the opportunity to dine with the pooch is just one reason why. As it becomes easier to f ind dog-friendly dining spots, there’s no reason for Fido to miss a dinner out.

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Let's eat!

Table manners

Chains like Jamba Juice, Chipotle, and Burgerville advertise their patios for fair-weather dining with dogs.

Just because a place has outdoor seating doesn’t mean it allows dogs. Check online or call ahead if you’re not sure.

McMenamins restaurants often have dog-friendly outdoor dining spots. Some favorites are its two Salem locations, and Portland-area spots including Mall 205, Cedar Hills, Oak Hills, and Greenway Pub.

Likewise, while the restaurant may be dog-friendly, every customer may not be, and it’s important to respect that. Here are a few etiquette tips from DogFriendly.com:

Dog-friendly Portland has many others to choose from, including Tin Shed Garden Café, which serves up peanut butter banana ice cream to top off its doggie-specific dinner menu items.

• Make sure your pooch is well-behaved around other people and especially children.

Portland’s Lucky Labrador locations are also perennial favorites for the dog-dining set.

Further south, Eugene’s Oakshire Brewing Public House welcomes dogs during summer months, and Beergarden has a side patio entrance for dogs, plus servers known for being generous with dog treats.

RESOURCES DogFriendly.com

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• Try to keep your dog close to your table or chair so he or she is not in the waiter's path.

• Dogs are not allowed on the chairs or tables.

• Bring your own doggie bowl or ask the waiter for a paper or plastic bowl. For health reasons, restaurants can’t let pets use glasses or dishes unless they’re disposable.

• Hook the leash on a chair, not a table. A dog leashed to the table can create havoc with spilled drinks or broken plates.

William Kennedy is a freelance writer who lives with

his wife and daughter in downtown Eugene, Oregon.

He's had many furry friends in his lifetime. Currently, he's tolerated by a black cat named Midnight.

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DOG WALKERS & PET SITTERS Super Nannies for the Pet Set One of the biggest challenges of pet parenting is f inding someone to provide care when you can’t. Heading out of town for a night or a long trip, you f irst must decide who will look after your house, mail, and critters. Even when at home, work and family responsibilities or a bum knee can keep you from providing your pup’s daily exercise time.

While back in the day it was popular to pay a neighborhood kid to walk or watch over pets, today there are accredited, insured professionals to provide care and security. Of course, one must choose wisely when entrusting someone with their home, belongings, and beloved family members.

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It’s crucial to choose qualified professionals who can provide plenty of references and offer a free initial meeting to get acquainted and discuss your needs, says Jesse Tishkoff, owner of Pawsitive Steps PDX. You also want proof of membership in a reputable professional association that provides liability insurance. Tishkoff sees the lack of insurance as a red flag, saying “if something were to happen, the owner may incur a huge bill or worse.”

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 Finding a dog walker Unlike the neighborhood kid, a professional dog walker can safely react if your dog is approached by off-leash dogs, spot the need for medical care, and often can work with dogs who need to brush up on leash manners or social skills. Important things to know include: • Policies and fees.

Finding a sitter Ask friends, neighbors, or your veterinarian for recommendations, and then gather information. Important things to know include:

• Duration of walks, and whether your dog will also receive playtime and attention.

• Are walks individual, or with groups of dogs?

• Rates, frequency and length of visits.

• Will your dog be off-leash at all? (“Big risk,” says Tishkoff ).

• Services included in a visit. Will it just be feeding and potty breaks, or will the pet get attention and playtime?

• Will your pet’s energy level/needs be accommodated? IE, will your young or “working” dog get plenty of activity? Will a couch potato receive plenty of attention/snuggletime?

• Are additional services offered, like taking in the mail or newspaper, putting out trash, watering plants, and maybe even taking pets to vet or grooming appointments?

• Can special needs, such as medications, be managed?

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Once your questions are answered, trust your instincts. You and your pets need to feel comfortable with the person. “Also, if someone goes more than 24 hours without replying to texts or emails, I would suggest looking for someone different,” says Tishkoff. “You want a good communicator.”

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Tell your sitter: • Feeding and medication schedules.

Tell your dog walker:

• Your pets’ super-secret hiding places, quirks, and favorite treats.

• How your dog reacts when seeing other dogs, cats, squirrels, cars, bikes.

• The schedule for your mail, newspaper, garbage, or watering, if requesting those services.

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• Any special physical or social needs.

Before providing any services, a sitter or walker will also need:

• A signed agreement for services and payment.

• Your written approval to obtain emergency veterinary care if needed.

• Health and behavior information.

• A house key (or two, for backup), alarm codes, and other security details.

• How to contact you, a trusted neighbor, or a relative in an emergency.

RESOURCES PawsitiveStepsPDX.com

DogWalker.com

PetSitters.org

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END OF LIFE CARE The impending end of a beloved pet’s life is hard, and the number-one question pet parents ask is: “How will I know when it’s time?” First, no one need navigate this time alone; and second, there are other, equally important questions to ask, such as:

 Can I keep my pet clean and comfortable?

Can I manage pain treatments with my work schedule?

Can I care for my pet at the level they need and deserve?

Enid Traisman of DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital and Ute Luppertz of Pets Point of View — both experts in end of life care — agree that the adage, “a pet will tell you when it’s time” isn’t always true. Timing may not be a clear-cut decision. With many factors to consider, it’s important to seek good-quality support and keep yourself as centered and clear-headed as possible during this difficult time.

A supportive advisor can ease the questions and doubts that inevitably haunt pet parents. For example, while many people worry that they scheduled euthanasia too soon, others will wonder if they waited too long. Traisman urges people to trust that they ultimately make the best decision in their unique circumstances, for both the family and the pet.

As recently as three or four years ago, Traisman says euthanasia was often the first response to a terminal diagnosis or declining health. “Now,” she says, “things have started to swing, thanks to increased understanding of pain management, palliative care, hospice support, and more.”

That’s where Luppertz comes in. While serving “more on the spiritual side,” she also prioritizes the practical, working to help people stay grounded so they’re not attributing pain or suffering to their pet that is in fact their own. This clarity helps ease stress and suffering, and ensure decisions are made with sound judgment.

When there is time prior to a pet’s scheduled euthanasia, Traisman says, “It gives the family an opportunity to create and check things off a bucket list,” like sharing an ice cream cone or making a trip to the beach. “That can really help,” she says. “It is really a gift for both family and pet.”

Luppertz also points to the importance of using this time to nurture the bond with your pet. A pet may not understand your

words, but “he or she can feel your energy” — your calm or your stress. Working to stay grounded can help you gauge your pet’s condition. “Animals are not designed to complain like we are,” says Luppertz. “So if they’re quiet, or having difficulty getting up, they may be in pain. By the time an animal vocalizes these things, they’re in really bad pain.”

Because losing a beloved pet is devastating, it’s helpful to use the time ahead to handle practical matters. “Get prices for day/night veterinary care and/or euthanasia, make sure needed meds are on the shelf,” says Luppertz, and deal with arrangements for your pet’s aftercare.

Handling these things in advance can free your energy and attention to enjoy the time you have with your best friend. Then, trust your team — veterinarian(s), friends, and family — to help you ensure your pet is comfortable and at ease.

Whether your best friend is experiencing the changes of declining health or is actively approaching end of life, these services can help: • Quality of Life Assessment

• Home Hospice Care

• Physical Therapy • Pet Massage

• Anticipatory Grief Support

• Doula Death Support

• Home Euthanasia

Meet providers of these services and learn more about them in a future issue of Spot.

— Kristan Dael

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PET-FRIENDLY TRAVEL Pets are family, and we want to share everything with them — including vacations!

Just as we take care in making arrangements for our two-legged family members, it’s important to ensure that accommodations and arrangements will be just right for our pets.

From the mountains to the ocean, Oregon offers many of pet-friendly getaway options.

From places to stay, eat, and play — on leash or off — following are important things to know before you go.

 Off the hook Dogs are allowed off-leash on Oregon beaches as long as they’re under your voice command and you’re avoiding wildlifesensitive areas.

 Keep in mind Before you go, learn the hotel’s policies. Be sure to tell them if you’re bringing more than one dog, as many places have a limit or an extra charge. Also, most hotels don’t allow dogs to be unattended in the room, although they may be able to recommend doggy daycare options in the area.

Scout ahead for dog-friendly restaurants in the area — usually these are ones with covered patios or other outdoor dining areas.

Staff at your dog-friendly hotel can likely make recommendations.

 We provide dog baskets for all our guests to use that include dog bowls, sheets for the beds/sofas (because we know dogs like to sleep and sit with their owners), towels to wipe the dog’s feet, pooper scooper bags and treats. We also have crates that guests can borrow for their dog, and Looking Glass Inn also has a wide variety of dog beds that guests can take to their rooms. When choosing a hotel that allows dogs people should find out if the hotel offers any amenities for their dog.

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—Heather Zink, Westover Inns

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“Are we there yet?”

Your furry family members are also ready to let their hair down!

Find out the difference between dog-friendly and Dog Loving®!

Bennington Properties is your #1 choice for Dog Loving Vacation Rentals® in Sunriver. It’s easy to browse our extensive selection of homes that welcome your furry family members with open arms and treats.

Just text DogLoving to: 541-705-2267

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biking in the Deschutes National Forest and while playing ‘river fetch,’ even along restricted trails. Dogs are allowed off-leash in Sunriver as long as they are under voice command. The Sunriver Owners Association asks that you please carry a leash at all times.

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— Bennington Properties, Central Oregon

 Insider Tips

 If you go

In Central Oregon, Sunriver has 30+ miles of paved road perfect for long walks for you and your 4-legged friend. Bend offers miles of great trails and and several dog parks to help your canine companion experience the great outdoors.

• When considering lodging options, check pet policies in advance.

In the summer season, Bennington Properties throws “Yappy Hours” in Sunriver. Human guests enjoy complimentary beer, wine, soda, snacks and ice cream while their canine best friends run free and play with other dogs in the off-leash recreation area.

Watch furry friends strut their stuff at Bend’s old-fashioned 4th of July Pet Parade, open to all creatures great and small, from lizards to llamas!

• Take along a to-go pack for the furkid, including a photo, current ID, first aid kit, toys, bowls, poop bags, and comfort items.

• Build your itinerary for everyone in the family. Check out pet events, dog parks, bathing stations, and on/off-leash regulations.

• While you never plan to need one, know where the nearest 24-hour or on-call veterinary clinic is.

RESOURCES Bennington Properties: benningtonproperties.com Westover Inns: westoverinns.com Vacation Rentals: BringFido.com Oregon State Parks pet-friendly yurts, cabins: oregonstateparks.org

— William Kennedy

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PET SUPPLIES

Your Neighborhood Go-To The life of a pet supply store employee may seem like it’s all treats, pet toys and furry visitors.

But at the best stores, staff members are knowledgable and welltrained. Many are happy to advise customers on everything from food selection to training and socialization, as well as common household problems like dealing with the litter box or getting fur off the upholstery.

While ostensibly you're there to get supplies for your pets, a good store also takes great care of you, offering support for managing the many aspects of caring for your furry companion.

 Finding a good store

 Getting information

Pop into your nearest pet supply store or ask pet-loving friends for recommendations. Nancy Fedelem owns three pet supply stores in Portland. Her advice:

In her stores — Salty’s Pet Supply, Fang! Pet & Garden Supply, and Three Paws Neighborhood Pet Supply — Fedelem says customers often ask what’s the best food she carries. “My answer is always, ‘They are all good. Let’s find the right one for your pet’s needs.”’

• If you love your neighborhood and it has a pet supply store, support it.

The businesses near your home make your neighborhood cool.

• Second, look for friendly and knowledgeable staff. They can answer or help find answers to your questions.

• Variety is just as important in our pets’ lives as in ours. Your local pet supply store should have a steady rotation of new and interesting things to offer your dog or cat.

Pet supply stores also have unique cultures. “We strive to make it easy for our customers to find fantastic products for their pets and be assured that they are also making good choices for their environment,” says Christine Mallar of Green Dog Pet Supply. “We believe that living sustainability does not have to mean making drastic changes in our lives. Simply considering where things come from and where they go when we’re finished with them can be a big step toward living a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle.”

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 Getting a welcome Pets are welcome at pet supply stores. This helps for practical matters like fitting them to the right collar or coat, and also nurtures a happy vibe. Fedelem says when people take their pets to her stores she’s even more excited about their visit. “Anybody who works at a pet supply shop pretty much needs to be crazy for every pet they see. I’m the same at work as I am outside of work: all I want to do is pet all the dogs!”

 Getting sound advice Many pet supply stores have over-the-counter treatments for common conditions like minor anxiety. Some neighborhood stores swear by calming products such as Cannabidiols or CBDs (medicinal quality cannabis compounds), herbal calming formulas, and calming pheromone collars and sprays.

At her stores, Fedelem says, “Staff can make suggestions on things that could help improve digestion, coat quality, and arthritis, just to name a few.” Or if you have a pet who’s lost interest in food, staff can help with that too. “They can send you home with samples of foods to try and suggest some tricks to get your pet interested in their food. You won’t get that kind of service online.”

RESOURCES FangAndFeatherPDX.com GreenDogPetSupply.com SaltysPetSupply.com ThreePawsPetSupply.com

— William Kennedy

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 PHOTOGRAPHY

When the Shutter Clicks Lights, camera, action! So you’d like professional photos of your crew?

Quickly you discover: so many styles, so many price points! Here’s help.

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First: brainstorm what you want

Integrity

• Style — formal or casual?

• Indoors or out?

Make sure you’ll get what you pay for, and that your images won't be shared without your permission (especially if they include humans). Like most industries, pet photography has an association, ppa.com. At findaphotographer.com you can search photographers by specialty. Interviewing prospective choices is recommended, as this could be a lasting relationship.

• Studio or on location?

• With or without human(s)?

• What is your budget?

• Prints? Digital? Both?

Just as you would for your two-legged family portraits, do your research. In an age where digital cameras have made everyone a photographer, look at websites. Look at galleries.

Check reviews and recommendations on sites like yelp, nextdoor.com, or Angie's List. Make a list of questions and don’t be afraid to ask them. A true pro will appreciate your due diligence and may even have questions for you.

 Tricks of the trade If you’re going for indoor photos, make sure your photographer is skilled at working with light. This is especially important with black or dark-faced pets. You want to see your pet’s face, eyes, and expressions. A real pro can ensure quality resolution, clarity, and artistry.

 Know your fur kids What is your pet’s temperament? Is she likely to be afraid, nervous, or flighty away from home? Do new situations overexcite her? Is the safety of a flighty pet a concern? If any of these are true, consider a photographer who can come to your home.

In addition to ensuring your pet’s safety, he or she is likely to be more relaxed at home, which goes a long way in helping get great shots.

 Be prepared On the day of your shoot, don’t be afraid to wear your dog(s) out a little. A tired dog is more likely to cooperate and focus. Have special treats at the ready. A little reward goes a long way in keeping pets motivated or directing their gaze where you want it.

A spa day can be good prep too. Keep the whites white and the blacks shiny and give everyone a good brush-out.

Pheromones or other calming aids can be helpful for pets who respond well to them. And it doesn’t hurt to practice at home, finding a couple of words or noises that get your critter’s attention.

Photographers often have noisemakers, but if you know your cat perks up for the word “Squirrel!” or your dog cocks his head at “Byebye!” use them to encourage your favorite expressions.

 When you go Have fun! When you relax, your critters will too. If it’s an option, preview the work on the camera’s digital screen or a separate monitor to be sure you’re getting the look you’re hoping for.

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PROFESSIONAL

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SERVICES

Feline Fiduciaries & Canine Custody Agreements Pet-related lawsuits, custody battles, and insurance issues are thoroughly modern problems.

Our grandparents didn’t worry over these things.

But today you don’t have to look far to see news stories of expensive, heart-wrenching custody battles or lawsuits involving animals. It’s also increasingly common for divorcing couples to negotiate pet custody, and like everything in

those situations, negotiations can be friendly or antagonistic.

While it’s great that pets have achieved a higher status within the modern family, it raises the bar of responsibilities and expectations. We now must include our animals while planning for both the inevitable and the unthinkable.

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Risks and liabilities — know them, and be prepared

• You can be liable if your pet bites, scratches, trips, or even frightens someone.

• Keep vaccines current. Proof of this is among the first things you'll be asked for in the event your pet bites or scratches someone.

• Check your homeowner’s or renter’s policy for exclusions or limits, especially when you receive renewals or notification of updates or changes to your policy.

• While nothing is fail-proof, having your dog complete basic obedience with a reputable trainer or even earn a Canine Good Citizen certificate can help demonstrate your pup’s character.

• When buying homeowner’s insurance, disclose the number, type, and breed of pets in your home and ask for proof of the company’s acceptance and approval.

 Estate planning

 Custody & ownership

• You can’t leave money to your pets, but you can leave money in a trust for the person or organization that will care for your pets if they outlive you.

• Licensing and microchipping are the most reliable proof of ownership in the event of a dispute over pet guardianship.

• Some animal charities have programs that provide care and new homes for pets of donors who leave bequests to the charity.

• If your pet goes missing, immediately file reports with your local shelter or animal control agency and the microchip manufacturer.

Search "lost pet fliers" online for additional help.

• If you find a lost or stray animal, by law you must try to find the owner. That means filing a “found” report with local shelters, checking for a microchip, and waiting 30 days before you can legally adopt or re-home the pet.

RESOURCES OregonHumane.org

AmericanBar.org

— Michelle Blake

• Although they commonly do, judges aren’t required to consider a pet’s best interest in custody disputes. Pets are considered property.

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agreements / Abandonment and cruelty defense / Attacks on and by animals

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Dangerous animals / Dog breed profiling

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concerns / Drafting contracts / Damage to property by animals

redator and pest animals / Product liability issues in animal purchases / Pet stores / Pet sitters

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Farm and ranch animal concerns / Fish

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Livestock concerns / Licenses and permits

for specialty animals / Leash laws / Liens on animals

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Rescues of injured or abused animals /

Restrictions on shelters / Recovering lost or abandoned animals

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ALTERNATIVE VETERINARY CARE Pets are important members of the family, and we want them to have the very best.

In a time when increasing numbers of people are using alternative medicine for their own healthcare, it follows that we’d do the same for our furry family members.

Happily, what was once esoteric and obscure is now mainstream and readily accessible — for people and pets.

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What is alternative veterinary care?

The American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association says, “The techniques used in holistic medicine are gentle, minimally invasive, and incorporate patient wellbeing and stress reduction. Holistic thinking is centered on love, empathy, and respect.”

Holistic or “alternative” care methods include acupuncture, massage, Chinese medicine, herbs, aromatherapy, chiropractic, low-level or cold/laser therapy, stem cell therapy, and more. These days, alternative practices are often used in conjunction with conventional Western medicine. Often providers will work together to develop the best plan for a pet, whether to support an existing condition, minimize or slow the effects of aging, or combat disease.

Alternative options are not just for illness or repair, though.

Like people, pets benefit from an occasional tune-up for health maintenance.

 Do all vets offer

alternative care?

Not all veterinarians are trained in holistic practices. Likewise, not all holistic providers are veterinarians. Some arts do not require veterinary schooling, such as acupuncture, massage, and bodywork.

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care for my pet?

Some alternative care options can help accelerate healing. Others can provide added comfort for chronic conditions. As an example, aging pets who start to experience stiffness or arthritis can benefit from chiropractic adjustments, bodywork, massage, and more.

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practitioner I can trust?

Use professional resources. Ask your primary veterinarian for a referral. Check the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association website for recommendations. Always do your homework and check references. In your network of pet associates, you’ll likely find personal referrals, too.

 Are essential oils safe?

Like so many things, quality can make a difference. Research essential oils and purchase only through reputable sources. Practitioners caution that essential oils — like any health treatment — can be harmful if not used correctly. Always get expert advice. Under the guidance of a qualified provider, essential oils can be a wonderful tool.

 Does acupuncture hurt?

Acupuncture needles are very, very small — actually smaller in diameter than a cat’s whisker. Needles are inserted at the point where blood vessels and nerves intersect and help to improve circulation for healing while also releasing natural hormones in the body. Many pets find acupuncture relaxing and even nap during treatments.

RESOURCES

American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association ahvma.org National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy naha.org

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 EMERGENCY VETERINARIANS The team member you hope you never need

Pet parents know the Murphy’s Law of scary pet illnesses and injuries: they tend to happen on weekends and holidays. When minutes count and your worry level is in the red zone, you don’t want to be tasked with f inding where you can take your pet and how you’ll get there. “An emergency situation is not the time you want to be asking Google for help,” says Raina Dey of the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association.

 When to search out an emergency vet Find one before you need one. First, check out your regular vet’s emergency policy. Some primary-care veterinary practices are open 24 hours or have a doctor on call when the clinic is closed.

In that case, be sure to store the after-hours number and other important details in your phone.

In most metro areas, you’ll want to head for a dedicated emergency hospital. “There are several around the state that are well-equipped to handle any pet emergency,” Dey says. “It's a good idea to identify the veterinary ER (or more than one) closest to you.” Put the phone number and address in your contacts.

 When to use an emergency vet Veterinary clinics can’t give medical advice over the phone, but many will talk to you while you decide whether you’re dealing with an emergency or something that can wait until your family vet is available.

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Get to an ER stat if 

your pet has:

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eaten something toxic or a poison helpline advises you to seek immediate care

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significant bleeding, swelling, or suddenly can’t use a limb

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any difficulty breathing, or a toy or other foreign object is in the throat – even if it hasn’t yet interfered with breathing.

RESOURCES Find an ER oregonvma.org (search “Emergency care”) ASPCA's Poison Control Hotline 888-426-4435 (fee)

any paralysis or sudden inability to stand or walk unconsciousness or severe lethargy

Pet Poison Helpline 855-764-7661 (fee)

CPR demo video www.youtube.com/ watch?v=3JHdrojxzSw

seizures, tremors, or frequent falling severe pain

— Michelle Blake

The OVMA also recommends keeping poison helpline numbers stored in your phone. “Their advice can be invaluable if your pet ingests a toxic substance, or if you're not sure if what your pet ingested is potentially harmful.”

The American Veterinary Medical Association recommends learning pet CPR and basic first aid. These can be life-saving skills, especially if you’re hiking, camping, or your nearest ER is more than a few minutes away.

— Michelle Blake

We can help when it doesn’t agree with her stomach Expert veterinary care Fully-stocked treat bar

Pet-obsessed staff New clinic

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THE FAMILY VET your go-to doc

Looking for a veterinarian? Well, there’s good news and bad news.

The good news: you’ll f ind an endless array of excellent choices.

The bad news: you’ll f ind an endless array of excellent choices.

With so many options, you’ll need some criteria to narrow your search, and for that, the American Veterinary Medical Association’s advice is simple and practical.

 When to choose a veterinarian

Find one before you need one. If you’re relocating to a new city or neighborhood, ask your current vet if she knows veterinarians in your new location. Vets often have colleagues or former classmates that they can recommend.

If you’re in the process of adopting a new pet, it’s a good idea to have a veterinarian lined up before your newcomer arrives.

Like a family doctor, most days, a primary care veterinarian is all you need. Your primary or family veterinarian provides maintenance health care such as vaccines and regular check-ups, and is also your first stop for any new illness or concern. If your pet has an advanced medical condition requiring orthopedic, dermatology, cardiology, or other specialized care, you’ll want to find a specialist in addition to your primary doctor. Even when your pet is in excellent health, know where emergency and after-hours care is offered nearby.

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 Choosing a Primary Care Veterinarian Think of the steps you take when you choose your own doctor or dentist. You consider location, hours, payment options, and range of services. Use the same checklist for choosing a veterinarian, and then visit or call to find out: • How does the environment feel? The AVMA says it’s important to establish a comfortable rapport with your veterinarian and clinic staff. Does everyone feel friendly and approachable?

• What types of care are offered? Are you looking for anything in addition to primary care, such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, or other holistic or alternative treatments?

• Are boarding and/or grooming services offered?

• Are weekend or evening appointments available?

• If you have pets other than dogs or cats, how experienced are the doctors in treating exotic or non-traditional pets?

• Can you request a specific veterinarian when scheduling appointments?

• How do the staff and doctor interact with your pet? Do they put you and your pet at ease?

• Does the clinic offer emergency and after-hours care? If not, do they recommend and work with a nearby emergency clinic?

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G VETERINARY SPECIALISTS Your advanced care team

If your pet needs to see a specialist, you’re likely to hear it f irst from your primary care vet. Referrals are made the same way human primary care providers refer patients for care under a dermatologist, surgeon, cardiologist, or psychiatrist. Primary doctors and specialists work together to manage a patient’s care.

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veterinary specialist?

Specialists are veterinarians who finished vet school and continued on for another two or more years of focused study, becoming fully steeped in the latest research and treatment breakthroughs within their specialty. Veterinary specialties are as numerous as specialties in human medicine, including: urology, neurology, oncology, gastroenterology, ophthalmology, orthopedics, behavioral medicine, and more.

The American Veterinary Medical Association lists 21 distinct veterinary specialties, from anesthesia to zoological medicine. Each specialty has its own college, which is the authority that sets training and certification standards doctors must complete before earning board certification in a given specialty.

 How to find a Specialist The most common path to a specialist is a referral from your family veterinarian, but you can seek specialty care on your own. In that case, Raina Dey from the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association recommends looking for a boardcertified specialist.

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 The referral If your primary vet has referred you, s/he will share your pet’s medical records so the specialist is informed about your pet’s condition before your first appointment. Sometimes you’ll be asked to provide additional information. When referring yourself, the specialist’s office will need:

1 Your pet’s medical history 2 Reports from diagnostic work done related to your concern 3 Copies of recent x-rays or other imagining 4 Detailed explanation of current medications, diet, and lifestyle questionnaires (provided and required by some 5 Completed hospitals)

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April 1

All Month Long • VIRTUAL KITTEN SHOWER — Online kitten baby shower for CAT’s kitten foster program. Details CatAdoptionTeam.org.

1-2:30pm • PORTLAND — HELP FOR YOUR LEASH REACTIVE DOG at OHS. Gain understanding of leash reactivity and management techniques. Principles apply to other reactive stimuli. Humans only. Suggested donation $15.

Details OregonHumane.org.

6-8pm • EUGENE — 23RD ANNUAL LAFF OFF at Actor’s Cabaret. Local comedians compete for the Funniest Person title while raising funds for homeless pets. Tickets $25.

Details Green-Hill.org.

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5:30-7pm • SALEM — VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION at Willamette Humane. Learn how you can help the animals at WHS, get a little history and a tour. Details WHS4Pets.org.

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6:30-9:30pm • PORTLAND — HOUSE OF DREAMS SPRING MOVIE NIGHT at Lagunitas Community Room. Join other House of Dreamers for a kittythemed family-friendly movie, refreshments, bingo and raffle.

Details KittyDreams.org.

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6-9pm • PORTLAND — PAINT YOUR PET ON A CANVAS TOTE at Bottle & Bottega. Enjoy friends, wine, and painting. Materials included; bring a pet photo.

Tickets $35; $10 supports OHS. Details BottleandBottega.com/ Portland/schedule.

8-11am • EUGENE — RUN FOR ROVERS 5K at Alton Baker Park.

Dog- and stroller-friendly fun run and walk supports Pro-Bone-O, which provides free vet care, food and supplies for pets of the homeless. $25/adults; $15/ children under 12 (includes free t-shirt). Details ProBoneO.org.

Noon-2 • BEAVERTON — MEET A RETIRED RACER from Greyhound Pet Adoption NW at Holistic Pet. Details GPA-NW.org.

Noon-4 • PORTLAND — CANINE MASSAGE DROP-IN at Salty’s Pet Supply. Get questions answered and see demos for $10. Details KneadAnimalMassage.com.

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9:30-11am • SHERWOOD — VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION. Volunteers at CAT get paid in head butts and purrs. Learn how you can too! Details CatAdoptionTeam.org.

10-Noon • WEST LINN — OREGON DOG RESCUE ADOPTION EVENT at Homeward Hound.

Details OregonDogRescue.org.

10-2 • PORTLAND — BUCKMAN VETERINARY CLINIC OPEN HOUSE. Celebrate new clinic with behindthe-scenes tours, raffles, contests, and adoptables from local rescues.

Details BuckmanVet.com.

Noon-3 • TIGARD — BUNNY’S SPA DAY AND ASK-THE-RABBITEXPERTS at PetSmart. Care & educational resources, light grooming & nail trims. Suggested donation.

Details RabbitAdvocates.org.

1:30-3:30 • PORTLAND — MEET A RETIRED RACER from Greyhound Pet Adoption NW at Jantzen Beach Petco. Details GPA-NW.org.

2-3 • PORTLAND — PROBLEM POOCH CLASS at OHS. Expert advice on crate training, managing multi-dog households, home alone issues and more. Humans only; $5 suggested donation.

Details OregonHumane.org.

3-4:30 • PORTLAND — MEMORIAL ART THERAPY WORKSHOP at DoveLewis.

Create a memento and spend time in good company. Free; RSVP to DoveLewis.org.

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6:30-8:30pm • PORTLAND — BINGO (BE THE CHANGE) at Dick’s Primal Burgers. Tails Only Bingo to benefit Family Dogs New Life Shelter. $10/1 card & 3 games. Food & drink available for purchase. Details FamilyDogsNewLife.org.

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5:30-midnight • PORTLAND — PURRFECT PALE ALE TAPPING PARTY at Rock Bottom Brewery. A special edition brew to support feral cat spay and neuter surgeries. Live music, beer specials, and raffle. Details FeralCats.com.

6-8pm • SALEM — PETTALKS at Willamette Humane. Informative and entertaining talks every 2nd Thursday. $5 suggested donation.

Details WHS4Pets.org.

6:30-8:30pm • PORTLAND — PDX HOLISTIC PET WELLNESS CIRCLE at Taborspace. Monthly mini-workshops to enhance your pet’s emotional and physical well-being. This month: Animal Communication. $20; details Pet’s Point of View on Facebook.

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4-6 • VANCOUVER — “PROTECT YOUR PET” CLINIC WITH GOOD NEIGHBOR VET at Humane Society for SW Washington.

License your pet and get a free rabies vaccine and free exam. Additional vaccines $10, microchips $15. Dogs must be on leash, cats in carriers. Details SouthwestHumane.org.

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10-3 • PORTLAND — HOUSE OF DREAMS SPRING PLANT & VEGAN BAKE SALE at 7634 SE Morrison. Garden plants, homebaked treats, and raffle to support House of Dreams No-Kill Cat Shelter. Details KittyDreams.org.

Noon-2 • VANCOUVER — MEET A RETIRED RACER from Greyhound Pet Adoption NW at Orchards Feed Mill. Details GPA-NW.org.

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11-12:30 • EUGENE — BOTTLE BABY KITTEN CLASS at Greenhill Humane. Learn proper care and bottle-feeding for kittens. Free; space limited. RSVP early to foster@green-hill.org or 541-689-1503 x114.

Noon-3 • TIGARD — BUNNY SPEED DATING at Tigard PetSmart. Take your lonely bunny to meet adoptable single rabbits looking for friends. Details RabbitAdvocates.org.

1-4 • PORTLAND — PAINT YOUR PET ON A CANVAS TOTE at Bottle & Bottega. Enjoy friends, wine, and painting. Materials included; bring a pet photo. Tickets $35; $10 supports OHS. Details BottleandBottega.com/Portland/ schedule.

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5:30-7pm • SALEM — VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION at Willamette Humane. Learn how you can help the animals at WHS, get a little history and a tour. Details WHS4Pets.org.

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5-8pm • ALBANY — KITTY YOGA at SafeHaven Humane. Enjoy flow yoga class with kittens at the shelter. $10/bring yoga mat. Space limited; RSVP/details SafeHavenHumane.org.

6pm • PORTLAND — WET NOSE SOIREE at Portland Art Museum.

Raise a glass to support the animals at DoveLewis’ biggest night. Dinner, drinks, live/silent auction, music, dancing. Details DoveLewis.org.

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9:30-11am • SHERWOOD — CAT VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION. Volunteers at CAT get paid in head butts and purrs. Learn how you can too!

Details CatAdoptionTeam.org.

Noon-3 • TIGARD — BONDED BUNNIES MEET ‘N GREET at The Filling Station Pet Supplies. Meet adorable bonded pairs of adoptable foster bunnies. Get-acquainted event only; no rabbits adopted onsite. Details RabbitAdvocates.org. www.spotmagazine.net | 5

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Noon-3 • TIGARD — PUPLANDIA’S 2ND BIRTHDAY at Hazeldale Dog Park. Celebrate the pack with treats for pets and their peeps, and lots of pups!

Details Puplandia Dog Rescue on Facebook.

2-5 • VANCOUVER — YAPPY HOUR at Heathen Brewing Feral Public House. Hang out with your four-legged family members and support the Humane Society for SW Washington. Beer specials and prize giveaways. Details SouthwestHumane.org.

5-9 • PRINEVILLE — LUCKY DOG CASINO NIGHT at Carey Foster Hall at Crook County Fairgrounds.

Bringing the Wild West to Central Oregon in an evening of adult fun for the animals at the Humane Society for the Ochocos. Features Texas hold ‘em, gaming tables, silent auction, food, no-host bar.

Details HSOnokillshelter.org.

5:30-10 • EUGENE — WILD WILD WOOF CASINO NIGHT at The Shedd Institute for the Arts. Git yer yeehaw on for a rollicking night of fun to raise funds for S.P.O.T. (Stop Pet Overpopulation Today). Features Vegas-style gambling, catered hors d'oeuvres, auction, raffle, and Wild West costume contest.

Details SpotSpayNeuter.org.

7-10 • PORTLAND — PAINT YOUR PET at Painting & Vine.

Create artistic representation of your favorite friend at this personalized event to benefit Pixie Project. Register early; space limited. Details PaintingandVine.com.

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1-2:30 • PORTLAND — DOG PARK ETIQUETTE at OHS. Learn about dog-to-dog body language and what appropriate play looks like. Humans only. Free/ suggested donation $15. Details OregonHumane.org.

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7:30-9:30 • PORTLAND — DOGGIE DASH FUNDRAISER MOVIE NIGHT: BEST IN SHOW at Hollywood Theater. Join animal lovers for special screening of the classic movie. Details OregonHumane.org.

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5-6 • CLACKAMAS — CLACKAMAS DOG SERVICES VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION. Get started making the most of your unique skills while helping dogs.

Lots of ways to help! Details Clackamas.us/dogs.

7-8 • TROUTDALE — FOSTER, SHELTER & VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION at Multnomah Co. Animal Shelter. Learn how you can be part of the awesome team helping improve lives of pets and people. No need to RSVP. Details MultCoPets.org.

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10-11 • PORTLAND — TOUR Feral Cat Coalition HQ and spay/ neuter clinic. Discover how FCCO makes a difference in the lives of cats and their caregivers. RSVP/ details FeralCats.com.

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6:30-9:30 • ALBANY — PETS & PAJAMAS MOVIE NIGHT at SafeHaven Humane. Children K-middle school are invited to join SafeHaven adoptables for a movie, pizza and beverages. $10/child, $5/additional child.

Space limited; register/details SafeHavenHumane.org.

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9-11 • CLACKAMAS — “PROTECT YOUR PET” CLINIC WITH GOOD NEIGHBOR VET at Clackamas County Dog Services. License your pet and get a free rabies vaccine and free exam. Additional vaccines $10; microchips $15.

Details Clackamas.us/dogs.

9-6 • PORTLAND — ANNIVERSARY PARTY at Sellwood Pet Supply. Mystery discounts, raffles and treats.

Continues Sunday 10-6. Details SellwoodPetSupply.com.

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9:30 • WOODBURN — 3RD ANNUAL 3K & 5K MUDDY PAWS FUN RUN/WALK at Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm. Take your friendly dog for fun and fresh air. Walk or run through tulip fields and support local dog rescues. Details WoodenShoe.com.

9:30-5 • WOODBURN — PETAL PUPPIES PHOTOSHOOT & FUNDRAISER at Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival. Have your pup photographed among the tulips! $40/session; portion of proceeds supports Oregon Dog Rescue.

Continues Sunday 9:30-5. Details oregondogrescue.org.

10-Noon • PORTLAND — PET FIRST AID WORKSHOP at DoveLewis. Learn the basics of pet first aid and be prepared in the event of an emergency. Free.

RSVP to DoveLewis.org.

3-7 • PORTLAND — PACIFIC PUGS MEET & GREET at Fido’s Tap House. Meet adoptables from Pacific Pug Rescue. Details ILoveFidos.com.

5-8:30 • NEWBERG — WINE & WHISKERS at Chehalem Cultural Center. 3rd annual wine-themed event features live/silent auction, wine wall, dinner, and delicious desserts. Details NewbergAnimals.com.

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11-3 • TIGARD — WIGGLIN’ HOME AT FIDO’S TAP HOUSE. Meet adoptables from Wigglin’ Home Boxer Rescue. Details Ilovefidos.com.

1-2:30 • PORTLAND — HELPING PAWS: HOW YOUR DOG CAN BE A THERAPY DOG at OHS. Find out if your dog could be a good therapy dog and how you can become a Pet Partners team. Humans only.

Free/suggested donation $15.

Details OregonHumane.org.

3-7 • PORTLAND — GREAT PYRENEES MEET & GREET at Fido’s Tap House. Meet gentle giants from The Great Pyrenees Rescue Society. Details ILoveFidos.com.

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NATIONAL ADOPT A SHELTER PET DAY — Raising awareness for thousands of adoptable pets.

Check local rescue organizations for events.

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TREATS & SWEETS DAY — In honor of National Therapy Animal Day, thousands of bakers are whipping up treats and sweets for the yummiest fundraiser of the year. The event supports Pet Partners in training and registering thousands of therapy animal teams. Details petpartners.org.

May 5

7:30-11:30am • VANCOUVER — 2018 WALK/RUN FOR THE ANIMALS at Esther Short Park.

3-mile friendly dog walk or timed 5K run supporting Humane Society for SW Washington.

Vendors and beer garden. Details SouthwestHumane.org.

9:30-11 • SHERWOOD — CAT VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION. Volunteers at CAT get paid in head butts and purrs.

Learn how you can too! Details CatAdoptionTeam.org.

9:30-5 • OREGON CITY — PRESSES FOR PIT BULLS at Inner Beast Cross Fit. Join as an athlete or a spectator as charitable men & women push their muscles to support Born Again Pit Bull Rescue. Snacks, prizes, and Pitties to pet. Details BAPBR.org.

11-6 • PORTLAND — CRAFTY WONDERLAND SPRING MARKET at Oregon Convention Center.

Stop by CAT’s booth for games, goodies, and adoptable kittens.

Details CatAdoptionTeam.org.

1:30-3 • PORTLAND — TOTAL RECALL AND LOOSE LEASH WALKING at OHS. Learn to teach your dog to come on cue and walk loosely on leash. Humans only. Free; suggested donation $15. . Details OregonHumane.org.

6-9 • PORTLAND — ANNUAL FUNDRAISING DINNER at Oregon Convention Center. 7th annual dinner for NW Battle Buddies features patriotic atmosphere, food, dog handling teams, and best-selling author /decorated Navy Seal Marcus Luttrell. Details NorthwestBattleBuddies.org.

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6-10 • PORTLAND — 20TH ANNUAL FURBALL at Portland Art Museum. The Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon rolls out the red carpet for the ACATemy Awards in their biggest fundraiser of the year.

Star-studded evening features live and silent auctions, live music and awards. Details FeralCats.com.

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5-7 • SALEM — PET LOSS AND BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP at Willamette Humane.

Monthly gathering for advice and comfort with grief and end of life decisions. Details WHS4Pets.org.

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5:30-7 • SALEM — VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION at Willamette Humane. Learn how you can help the animals at WHS, get a little history and a tour. Details WHS4Pets.org.

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6-8 • SALEM — PETTALKS at Willamette Humane. Informative and entertaining talks every 2nd Thursday. $5 suggested donation.

Details WHS4Pets.org.

6:30-8:30 • PORTLAND — PDX HOLISTIC PET WELLNESS CIRCLE at Taborspace. Monthly miniworkshops to enhance your pet’s emotional and physical wellbeing. This month: Reiki & Energy Healing. $20; details Pet’s Point of View on Facebook.

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4-6 • VANCOUVER — “PROTECT YOUR PET” CLINIC WITH GOOD NEIGHBOR VET at Humane Society for SW Washington. License your pet and get a free rabies vaccine and free exam. Additional vaccines $10, microchips $15. Dogs must be on leash, cats in carriers. Details SouthwestHumane.org.

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7:30am • PORTLAND — DOGGIE DASH 2018 at Tom McCall Waterfront Park. Oregon Humane’s biggest fundraiser of the year celebrates you, the animals you love, and everything that makes Puptown a haven for dog lovers.

Choose from 2 different routes to walk or run. Pet-friendly festivities include vendors, photo booth, crafts and treats for your pup, kids’ activities, raffles and more. Details OregonHumane.org.

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5:30-9 • VANCOUVER — 16TH ANNUAL GREAT BALLS OF FUR RED RUBBER BALL DINNER & AUCTION at Royal Oaks Country Club. Dinner, drinks, and entertainment support Second Chance Companions. Details SCCPets.com.

6-9:30 • PORTLAND — 2018 PINOT & PUPS at Portland Art Museum. Benefit for the Guide Dogs for the Blind features gourmet dinner, silent/live auctions, raffles, and inspirational program.

Details GuideDogs.com.

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Noon-3 • TIGARD — BUNNY’S SPA DAY AND ASK-THERABBIT-EXPERTS at PetSmart.

Care & educational resources, light grooming & nail trims for suggested donation. Details RabbitAdvocates.org.

1:30-3:30 • PORTLAND — MEET A RETIRED RACER from Greyhound Pet Adoption NW at Jantzen Beach Petco. Details GPA-NW.org.

3-4:30 • PORTLAND — MEMORIAL ART THERAPY WORKSHOP at DoveLewis. Create a memento and spend time in good company. Free; RSVP to DoveLewis.org.

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5:30-7 • SALEM — VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION at Willamette Humane. Learn how you can help the animals at WHS, get a little history and a tour. Details WHS4Pets.org.

6-8 • CLACKAMAS — PUTT FOR MUTTS at Sah-Hah-Lee Golf Course. An evening of putt-putt and nonstop dog talk features dinner, drinks, silent auction, and wine wall to support Clackamas Dogs Foundation. Tickets $60; details ClackamasDogsFoundation.org.

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10-11 • SILVERTON — SILVERTON PET PARADE. Since 1932, people of all ages have walked dogs, cats, chickens, horses, llamas, bunnies, and even stuffed animals in this annual springtime event.

Free; anyone can participate. Details SilvertonPetParade.com.

10-Noon • PORTLAND — PET FIRST AID WORKSHOP at DoveLewis. Learn the basics of pet first aid and be prepared in the event of an emergency. Free.

RSVP to DoveLewis.org.

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Noon-3 • TIGARD — BONDED BUNNIES MEET ‘N GREET at The Filling Station Pet Supplies.

Meet adorable bonded pairs of adoptable foster bunnies.

Get-acquainted event only; no rabbits adopted on-site. Details RabbitAdvocates.org.

Noon-2 • VANCOUVER — MEET A RETIRED RACER from Greyhound Pet Adoption NW at Orchards Feed Mill. Details GPA-NW.org.

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7-Noon • EUGENE — BARK IN THE PARK at Alton Baker Park. On your barks, get set, Go! to Eugene’s biggest party for pets and their people.10K or 5K run or 2K walk to support Greenhill Humane and First Avenue Shelter. Registration and details Green-Hill.org.

9:30-11 • SHERWOOD — VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION. Volunteers at CAT get paid in head butts and purrs. Learn how you can too! Details CatAdoptionTeam.org.

Noon-3 • TIGARD — BUNNY SPEED-DATING at PetSmart.

Bring your lonely bunny to meet adoptable single rabbits looking for bunny buddies. Details RabbitAdvocates.org.

Noon-4 • PORTLAND — PUG CRAWL 2018 at Portland Brewing Company Taproom. Celebrating 150 years of the Oregon Humane Society, this year’s theme is Blast to the Past. Pet-related vendors, photo booth, live music, food & drink, and the always anticipated Parade of Pugs. Details OregonHumane.org.

1-2 • PORTLAND — DOG GONE CAMPING: WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO. Learn tips and tricks for a successful adventure. Humans only. Free/ suggested donation $15. Details OregonHumane.org.

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5-6 • CLACKAMAS — CLACKAMAS DOG SERVICES VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION. Get started making the most of your unique skills while helping dogs.

Lots of ways to help! Details Clackamas.us/dogs.

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7-8 • TROUTDALE — MCAS FOSTER, SHELTER & VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION at Multnomah Co. shelter. Learn how you can be part of the awesome team improving lives of pets and people. No need to RSVP. Details MultCoPets.org.

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6:30-9:30 • ALBANY — PETS & PAJAMAS MOVIE NIGHT at SafeHaven Humane. Children K-middle school are invited to join SafeHaven adoptables for a movie, pizza and beverages. $10/ child, $5/additional child. Space limited. Registration and details SafeHavenHumane.org.

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9-11 • CLACKAMAS — “PROTECT YOUR PET” CLINIC WITH GOOD NEIGHBOR VET at Clackamas County Dog Services. License your pet and get a free rabies vaccine and free exam. Additional vaccines $10; microchips $15.

Details Clackamas.us/dogs.

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10-11 • PORTLAND — TOUR FCCO HQ and spay/neuter clinic.

Discover how FCCO makes a difference in the lives of cats and their caregivers. RSVP/details FeralCats.com.

CIRCLE THE DATE! June 10 WILLAMUTT STRUT Riverfront Park, Salem June 30 5 KITTEN PALOOZA CatAdoptionTeam.org

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