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8 CELEBRATING PETLANDIA! The weird, wonderful, happy, humane place we call home.

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Petlandia’s got it all! Dog-friendly events; Yoga with puppies & cats; Specialty dog-walking shoes.

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

10 Beacon in Animal Welfare

Michelle Blake, Kristan Dael, Vonnie Harris, William Kennedy, Kennedy Morgan, Megan Noes

Oregon Humane celebrates 150 years, Fences for Fido unleashes a national trend, and Multnomah County sends the circus packing.

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Help and hope for those in need of food, medical care, and a way to keep pets in the family when times are tough.

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14 for every creature there is care In Petlandia, veterinary professionals provide care for every imaginable critter, from feathered friends to scaled besties. And for exotics or domestic animals alike, specialty care abounds.

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a dog’s favorite word, no matter what words come after. “…for a ride? …get coffee? …to the beach! …wander with me and do nothing at all?”

It’s one of my favorite things about dogs; they’re not picky planners. Whatever you’re doing, they’re happy to do it too.

We dog lovers couldn’t live in a more accommodating place than the Northwest, where our dogs can go with us for a coffee and a bite, to a resort or a vacation rental. For me and my little pack, the cabins and yurts at state campgrounds are favorite destinations, although we’re also happy at the beach, on a forest trail, or at the neighborhood park.

This issue celebrates everything that makes this region so wonderful, caring, and a tad wacky.

This is Petlandia, and the following pages highlight the many ways we include pets in our fun around here. We also celebrate the serious work going on — to pass humane laws, feed the hungry, and care for the vulnerable.

There are so many reasons to be proud of the playful, compassionate, activity-packed place we call home. And there are so many ways to join in the fun. We can help with that! Like Spot on Facebook, and pop in Thursday evenings at 6:30 for my roving Furry Fun Planner report. I’ll bring you a sampling of events, activities, and great causes — just in time for your weekend plans.

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Ask an Animal Lawyer

with Elizabeth Holtz

Q: My neighbor moved but left his dog behind. The dog has been with us for months. Could the neighbor claim the dog as his if he returns?

First, a big thank you for stepping up and caring for this abandoned dog. If you hadn’t intervened, the dog might not be alive today. Generally, a person who abandons his dog and moves away loses the right to his “property.” That’s right — in the United States legal system, and most legal systems around the world, animals are classified as property.

It may come as a surprise that animals are still categorized as property considering that science and commonsense tell us our companion animals are individuals with unique personalities. Most of us consider them to be members of our families. I doubt you would be as worried that your neglectful neighbor might one day want his couch back.

Abandoning an animal is a crime under most states’ cruelty laws.

While animals are still considered property, the law is slowly changing.

The Animal Legal Defense Fund recently filed a groundbreaking lawsuit on behalf of an Oregon horse named Justice that challenges animals’ status as property and argues that animals have the legal right to sue their abusers in court. Advances are also happening in the area of companion animal custody.

Your situation is much more straightforward. If your neighbor hadn’t moved but instead was hospitalized for a long period of time or forced to leave for reasons beyond his or her control, then things might be different. But as stated above, if your neighbor abandoned the dog, then you should be in the clear. Of course, nothing in life is certain.

Even if the facts are on your side, someone could still contest custody. If you do find yourself in a dispute, I recommend consulting an attorney to ensure that the dog stays with the person who has stepped up and cared for her — you.

It’s also a good idea to keep records demonstrating that you are now the dog’s caregiver. For example, receipts documenting veterinary care, food, medicine, and toys provided will bolster your case if it comes to that. Licensing and microchipping your new friend under your name is also a smart move.

Thank you again for your compassion. I hope your new best friend has a long and happy life with you!

Recognizing the profound bond people develop with their companion animals, some judges are approaching companion animal custody cases much differently than they would disputes about a car or TV. Judges are increasingly considering which home is in the best interests of a dog or cat rather than approaching the case from a strict property analysis.

Elizabeth Holtz works with the Animal Legal Defense Fund.

A graduate of Georgetown University Law Center, she began rescuing injured and abandoned animals as a very young child, though she admits her mother did much of the work.

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Room to Roam

Keeping cats and wildlife safe — in style William Kennedy • Spot Magazine

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e love our feline companions. So much so that it’s easy to forget they are natural predators, and that their hunting instincts can have deadly consequences for other feathered and furry creatures in the neighborhood.

The Portland-area Audubon Society reports that nearly half of the injured wildlife cases brought to its welfare centers involve cat-related injuries.

To help address the issue, the Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon, Portland Audubon Society, and Portlandarea humane societies and animal shelters partner in an annual Catio Tour. Now in its 6th year, the tour of homes showcases enclosures created to provide safe spaces for cats to enjoy much-needed outdoor time while protecting wildlife and songbirds.

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“We’re not saying keep your cat indoors,” insists FCCO Executive Director Karen Kraus. The goal of the Catio Tour is to inspire people to build their own catios. Protected outdoor spaces for cats, Kraus says, are a win-win. Catios protect pets from cars, birds of prey, and coyotes. She points out that cats can also be preyed upon.

Catio tours are still a new idea, according to Krause, but similar events have caught on in other communities such as Seattle and Santa Cruz.

The first year of the tour in Portland,

elevated areas and diverse sources of stimuli. Others are simple chicken coop-like structures on a back porch.

organizers didn’t know what to expect. But signups were overwhelming, and this year’s event will have about a thousand attendees viewing around a dozen Catios. “Many people try to see them all,” Kraus says, while some opt to visit select properties.

Kraus hopes the biggest takeaway from the selfguided tour is that it doesn’t take a lot of money to create appropriate outdoor experiences for family cats. The goal is to inspire people to build their own backyard feline spaces.

Catio budgets range “from frugal to fabulous, DIY to designer,” Kraus says. “If you don’t have a lot of money you can build a catio.” Some are elaborate, with

“It doesn’t have to be expensive,” Kraus says. “This is stuff you can do at home. Whatever you can envision you can afford.” Almost all catios are built from supplies available at most hardware, garden or farm-supply outlets.

The Catio Tour is a natural for a community that cares about nature and the environment. Kraus hopes attendees will come away with the feeling that anyone can help cats and wildlife share a better balance. “All of us play a role in this,” she says.

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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live in a special region. If you love mountains, forests, deserts, rivers, beaches, and the smell of roasting coffee beans, the Northwest is your happy place. And if you’re an animal lover?

This is PARADISE. Where else but Petlandia would the city’s largest parade feature a 185-pound English Mastiff as the Canine Grand Marshal? And it wasn’t just Diesel the Mastiff presiding over the Rose Festival’s Grand Floral Parade — a full royal court of canines bested 20 other finalists in a fierce competition followed by a festive coronation at the Heathman Hotel.

Of course, the canine court on convertibles aren’t our only famous parade pups. The dreamy, cotton-candy-hued Pitties in Pink float makes an appearance at most local parades, too, because we’re a community that puts our bow-legged, jowly-faced Pibbles in rosy onesies and tutus for all to adore.

In the Northwest, there’s so much fun to be had, we don’t take life too seriously! And we like to bring our furry family members along for the good times. That’s why the pages of this magazine so often feature our stunning array of pet-friendly hotels and vacation rentals, pubs where you can bring your pup along for a pint and a bite, and the world’s first dog tap house — Fido’s.

We love good times with our furry friends. But we’re not afraid to roll up our sleeves when there’s a problem or a need to be met.

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The Wacky, Wonderful, Happy, Humane Place We Call Home

The Humane Society of the United States consistently ranks Oregon second in the nation for its growing roster of animal-friendly laws and humane-minded lawmakers.

(California ranks first.)

Our animal shelters also have some of the highest save rates in the nation, thanks to organizations that comprise ASAP, the Animal Shelter Alliance of Portland. They’ve dedicated years to a lifesaving agenda of high-volume spay/neuter services, adoption promotions, and networking to get all homeless pets the medical, behavioral, and social support to land them in forever loving homes.

This is a community where people roll out of bed on Saturday, chug a home-brewed kombucha, grab a locally-roasted coffee, and head out to build a free fence for a chained dog, distribute food to the pets of people experiencing homelessness, or stand on a busy corner gathering signatures for a worthy cause.

We’re different here. And that’s good.

PETLANDIA, WE SALUTE YOU. On the following pages, we celebrate you — the wacky, wonderful, happy, humane place we call home.

— Michelle Blake

Recreation Mecca Michelle Blake • Spot Magazine

for People and Pets

Around here, whether we’re into savasana or snowshoeing, we often include our furry friends in the adventure. Here’s a sampling of the regional bounty, from playful to practical.

These Shoes Were Made for (Dog) Walking Petlandia is perfectly perched within easy playtime proximity to mountains, beaches, deserts, and rivers. Naturally it is also home to companies that make everything from running shoes and water socks to insulated parkas.

Now one local company is offering gear for the most popular outdoor adventure: walking with dogs! The Reshod shoe is built to protect walkers from the elements — or even their dogs' paws — whether traversing forest trails or neighborhood sidewalks.

Portland walking coach and shoe designer Carmen Jackinsky says her Reshod design protects the tops of feet in case they get tromped on, and has a patented midsole that lets walkers easily shift their weight to counteract tugs from an exuberant pooch. Combined with treads designed to grip on slippery surfaces without trapping debris and an even-keeled “zero-drop” footbed for smooth strides, these great new kicks just might become a NW staple.

Take it to the mat At Purringtons Cat Lounge, yogis share the mat with adoptable cats for an hour of all-levels yoga followed by a meditative session of lap-warming, purrs, and head bumps. At the lounge on Portland’s NE MLK Boulevard — where visitors can order wine, coffee, and snacks in the cafe — staff say yoga with cats is more than a novelty.

Puppies arrive in a cart, like a special delivery of puppy breath and cuddles. Instructors lead classes through puppy-centric asanas like balancing in tree pose while cradling a wiggly pup.

Rover-Friendly Romps We also love our fun runs and walks infused with canine cheer. Many local animal charities offer dog-friendly events for all fitness levels. The biggest — Oregon Humane’s Doggy Dash — draws thousands of dog lovers to McCall Waterfront Park each year. Every May, people and pooches walk or run, eat breakfast, shop, play in fountains and doggie pools, and socialize in pure Petlandia style.

During warm-weather months, Animal Aid hosts a variety of pet-centered fitness events. Fitness Fur All features a mix of free and donationbased events including yoga with or without cats, a Bark-be-que, animal massage lessons, and a morning trek through Mt. Tabor. Offerings also include classes like pet nutrition and CPR/First Aid.

RESOURCES AnimalAidPDX.org

PurringtonsCatLounge.com

OregonHumane.org

Reshod.com

PuppYoga.com

Purringtons helps cats find homes while encouraging people to relax and socialize among feline friends. They say it’s about joy, happy energy, and “lighting the fire of compassion.” Sunday evening classes offer a warm fuzzy way to prepare for the week ahead.

At PuppYoga in rural Forest Grove, yoga includes warm fuzzies from round-bellied puppies. Trainer Kristin Tarnowski raises assistance dogs, starting their specialized training and socialization almost as soon as they’re born. She saw a chance to socialize pups while treating visitors to adorable wiggles and cuddles, and PuppYoga was born. www.spotmagazine.net | 9

BEACON IN ANIMAL WELFARE Michelle Blake • Spot Magazine

In the ongoing fight against animal cruelty, neglect, overpopulation, and homelessness, Petlandia is a beacon of justice and compassion. Here, we have a long history of passing laws and supporting programs that save lives.

Milestone for Oregon Humane Society As the region’s oldest animal welfare organization, OHS has been fighting animal cruelty since before Portland had paved streets. This year, as the organization marks its 150th birthday, its Portland shelter achieves some of the highest pet adoption numbers in the western US and supports Oregon’s only dedicated team of animal cruelty investigators.

In 1884 and 1885, when mistreated horses used in farming and transportation were a common concern, OHS helped pass the first statewide humane laws. Legislators signed a law imposing a $100 fine and/or 60 days in jail for “Whoever overdrives, overloads, deprives of necessary sustenance, or cruelly beats” an animal.

Today, OHS Staff Attorney and Investigative Lead Emily Lewis says the region’s animal-friendly laws make Oregon a leader. Senate Bill 6 is a celebrated example, and one of Lewis’ favorites in her seven years at OHS. In that groundbreaking 2013 bill, lawmakers increased penalties for certain crimes against animals. It’s significant, she says, in that it “captures Oregonians’ reverence and respect for animals, acknowledg10 Spot Magazine | August / September 2018

ing that they’re sentient, and experience pain, stress, and fear. They’re not just regular evidence in a case.”

Oregon is progressive for adding to the list of violations that are felonies, Lewis continues. “If someone has a prior conviction for certain domestic violence crimes, it can make an animal abuse crime a felony versus a misdemeanor. Also, if committed in front of a minor, that’s acknowledged.”

Senate Bill 6 ... captures Oregonians’ reverence and respect for animals, acknowledging that they’re sentient, and experience pain, stress, and fear.

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— Emily Lewis

Lewis says she can’t imagine working in any other part of the country, but even in humane-minded Oregon, there’s always more to do. One example is the Oregon pre-conviction forfeiture law, which lets judges and humane agencies put animals in new homes while their alleged abusers await trial. In the past, shelters sometimes held animals in limbo for months or years while the legal wheels slowly turned. “Almost every year we work to make it stronger and more applicable to the cases and issues we’re seeing,” Lewis says.

At the shelter and on her unique team of law enforcement officers, Lewis says, “We’re always looking to help more.”

Fences for Fido Unleashes a Humane Trend When a dozen Portland friends teamed up in May 2009 to build a free fenced yard for a dog named Chopper, they unleashed more than a dog. The friendly yellow Lab mix had watched the world go by from the end of a chain because his family couldn’t afford to fence their corner lot.

When news outlets picked up Chopper’s story, urgent pleas to help other dogs flooded in, citing dogs who had languished alone on chains, exposed to the elements, sometimes for many years.

Volunteers — this writer included — recall that the work took on a life of its own. As they formed the Portland-based nonprofit, Fences For Fido, and scrambled to meet the unrelenting need, the momentum seemed to pick them up and run with them.

Less than a decade later, that group of friends has ballooned to several hundred volunteers who’ve unleashed more than 1800 dogs in Oregon and SW Washington. They’ve also helped change Oregon tether laws and inspired others across the country to follow suit.

Oregon House Bill 2783 took effect January 1, 2014, restricting the number of hours a dog could be tethered to a stationary object and clarifies legal requirements for appropriate animal housing, bedding, and care.

the acts perpetuate the demand for the sale and breeding of the animals.

After visiting an exotic animal show to see the practices for herself, Meieran told Kozil she’d champion the ban.

Portland resident Kelly Peterson, who works for the Humane Society of the United States, says her organization counts a total of 137 US communities and four states with similar bans. “I’m so pleased that Multnomah County has been added to such a distinguished list, especially since Oregon continues to be ranked as the second most animal-friendly state in the nation.”

In the years since, states and communities across the US have seen a proliferation of 90-plus laws either limiting or fully banning the practice of keeping dogs on chains. Fences For Fido volunteers supported many of those changes, guiding activists, providing sample bill language, and sharing tips through the group’s outreach effort, dubbed “Unchained Planet.”

Multnomah County Folds Up the Circus Tent Responding to pleas from animal advocates and a flood of testimony and letters from residents, Multnomah County Commissioners voted unanimously July 12 to ban circuses and traveling shows that use exotic animals.

Local resident Andrea Kozil launched the effort in March, approaching Commissioner Sharon Meieran with proposed language for an ordinance. “Wild or exotic animals used in traveling animal displays suffer severe and extended confinement,” Kozil says, and www.spotmagazine.net | 11

A community of caring Kennedy Morgan • Spot Magazine

Life can deal harsh, unexpected blows. Events like job loss, a serious medical diagnosis, or divorce can turn a person or family’s life upside-down, often straining financial resources in the process. Anyone struggling to keep home, family, and life together well knows that when we feel most vulnerable, we want our pets by our side.

Petlandia is not only passionate about pets, but demonstrably committed to keeping pets and their people fed, healthy, and together. Fortunately for those in need, innovative, local nonprofits are there to help. You can help, too: next time you are at the pet store, consider buying an extra bag for one of the organizations below. To go even further, get another to keep in your car — chances are good while driving around town you’ll encounter someone who could use it.

Providing Sustenance Knowing that tens of thousands of people struggle to feed themselves and their pets, the Pongo Fund Pet Food Bank’s primary focus is fighting animal hunger to help keep families and pets together and reduce shelter populations. This can be life-saving for humans and animals alike. One client shared that when her life went to pieces, if she’d been forced to give up her dog she might have also given up on life.

In addition to serving more than 10,000,000 meals to date, the Pongo Fund introduced Pongo One this year, a state-of-the-art mobile veterinary hospital providing free care for the pets of very low-income and homeless people, including seniors, veterans, and more.

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In Clackamas County, the FIDO Pet Food Bank distributes food for dogs and cats and works with other agencies to deliver pet food to homebound seniors as well.

House-bound senior citizens often rely on Meals on Wheels America for meals, regular check-ins, and social interaction. In the past, workers discovered hungry seniors were giving up substantial parts of their own meals to feed their pets. Now, seniors with pets can request pet food along with their own meals.

In Washington County, the Cat Adoption Team partners with Meals on Wheels to deliver pet food to homebound clients.

 Hope and Care When families struggle just to keep everyone fed, an unexpected medical bill can be catastrophic. Routine care, which can prevent big vet bills later in a pet’s life, isn’t always an option.

Good Neighbor Vet answers this need with clinics at partner businesses like pet supply stores and neighborhood retail outlets. Affordable rates for products and services and no-appointment-needed clinics held on weekends make it accessible to some who might not otherwise be able to find time while juggling work and family to get to the vet.

 Keeping Families Intact JOIN helped nearly a thousand local people last year transition from the streets to safe housing. The organization collects pet food and supplies so people can care for their animals while rebuilding their lives.

The Pixie Project is well known for its work in pet rescue and adoption. But the organization also works to keep pets in their homes by providing food, medical care, medications, and spay/ neuter surgeries.

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.

PAW Team works to bring life-saving care and medicine to pets of people experiencing homelessness and poverty. Clients include the terminally ill, disenfranchised youth, and military veterans.

Animal Aid is a broad-reaching organization with deep roots in the community. In addition to operating a shelter for homeless animals, the organization partners with PAW Team to spay and neuter pets through the C-SNIP program, and operates a Care Fund for emergency veterinary assistance in partnership with Portland veterinary clinics.

RESOURCES AnimalAidPDX.org CatAdoptionTeam.org/catfoodbank FidoAniMeals.org GoodNeighborVet.com JOINpdx.org MealsOnWheelsAmerica.org PAWTeam.org PixieProject.org ThePongoFund.org

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Kennedy Morgan • Spot Magazine

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ere in Petlandia, our quirks and eccentricities include a love of unique pets. From beloved backyard chickens to ferrets, clown fish, bearded dragons — and dogs and cats — area veterinarians are prepared with the best medical care to keep our motley menageries in top shape. With everything from high tech to high touch, following are examples of the special creature care you’ll find.

for every creature there is care Birds of a Feather Treating feathered friends is quite unlike treating dogs or cats.

So, what to do when your African Gray Parrot or Henny Penny needs a doctor? Consider The Avian Medical Center in Lake Oswego. Treating all variety of birds, from farm fowl to exotics since 1984, services include routine and preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, pharmacy, and boarding.

For the Love of Cats When finicky felines need veterinary care, transporting them in a little box to a place that smells like DOGS . . . well, we all know how hard that can be.

Never fear. That’s the approach of cat-centric clinics like The Cat Hospital of Portland in Sellwood. This cats-only clinic is a fear-free practice designed with feline comforts in mind. Offering a full range of veterinary care, boarding and grooming services, staff say some kitties even find visits enjoyable.

We are Oregon's only board-certified exotics specialist veterinarians - Open 7 days a week 7826 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland 971-361-2209 www.avianexoticvetcare.com

Oh, So Exotic Imagine a modern Doctor Doolittle who treats nearly any critter that swims, flies, or slithers. Yep, in Petlandia we’ve got that.

At Northwest Exotic Pet Vet in Beaverton, staff put education at the forefront of the patient relationship, making sure caregivers have the info and resources to provide the best possible care for their exotic pets. The clinic offers a full array of services, from routine care to surgery, microchipping, and medical boarding.

Avian and Exotic Veterinary Care in NE Portland is home to the only two board-certified exotics

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specialist veterinarians in Oregon and SW Washington, meaning they meet extra education standards. The clinic welcomes birds, reptiles, amphibians, rodents, fish, primates, and exotic canine or felines, with services ranging from pharmacy and retail sales to boarding, diagnostic care, and drop-off services.

Southwest Animal Hospital in Beaverton rounds out our tour of the United Nations of pet care. This clinic, which accepts donations for research to advance exotic animal medicine, emphasizes education along with a full range of wellness, diagnostic, and surgical services.

Care for Every Need Pets need not be exotic to need specialized care, and our community has them covered too. From cardiology to dermatology, cancer care to dental services, we have an array of special-focus practices whose doctors work alongside primary-care vets to become part of a multi-discipline care team for your dear ones.

You’ll find just a sampling of them in the resource list.

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.

RESOURCES Bird Care

AvianExoticVetCare.com TheAvianMedicalCenter.com

Cardiology

HeartOregon.com

Exotics Care

AvianExoticVetCare.com NorthwestExoticPetVet.com SWAnimalHospital.net

Integrative

PortlandCats.com

Cat Care

IrvingtonVeterinary.com PNWVisitingVet.com TwoRiversVet.com

Dental

Oncology and Surgery

AnimalDentalClinicNW.com

Dermatology & Allergy

AnimalDermatologyPDX.com

VCSSpdx.com

Rehabilitation/ Injury Management

Back on Track at BOTVRC.com

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Fetch Yes!Yes! to Nono the foster dad

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We’re head over tails for this member of Spot Magazine’s extended family. Meet Nono, the French Bulldog and foster dad extraordinaire.

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When Nono’s mom isn’t creating artwork and breed profiles for Spot’s “Matchmaker” series, Megan Noes is managing the kitten nursery at New York City’s ASPCA. During kitten season, when itty-bitty orphans fill the cages, Megan often takes her adorable work home with her.

That’s how she discovered Nono’s superpower. “I didn't know if he'd do well with kittens because he likes to roughhouse and is very interested in adult cats he sees,” Megan says. “But we tried it with him on leash and he was very polite. So we just kept them supervised and he does great with them. Now they are his little buds!”

Now a treasured part of the shelter’s lifesaving team, Nono has fostered six litters — 17 tiny kittens in all. His gift has also made him a media darling — in recent months he’s been celebrated by national news outlets and humans everywhere, including all of us at Spot.

Vancouver’s Furry Friends cat rescue has a plan for this year’s fundraiser that could fill your Instagram feed.

Organizers at the all-volunteer rescue encourage guests to attend in costumes that celebrate the historical spirit of the legendary Three Musketeers — but with a feline flair.

The fundraiser, happening Saturday, Sept 15 at Vancouver’s Firstenburg Community Center, supports operating costs for and improvements to the rescue’s recently purchased Halfway House, which expanded shelter capacity.

Whiskers, swords, and costumes are optional, but registration is required. Get tickets and details at FurryFriendsWA.org.

Pawternity Leave for pet parents Before you get too excited, this leave is for employees at the Scandinavian pet food company, Musti Group. Roughly 90% of the company’s 1500 employees have pets, and now they can get three days of paid leave when they adopt a new four-legged family member.

Musti CEO David Ronnberg, now everyone’s dream boss, says, “Adopting a pet is a significant decision and changes everyday life considerably. We want to support our employees during their first days with the new family member and ensure that they can enjoy those precious moments to the fullest.”

Meanwhile, here in the US, where only 12% of workers get paid paternity leave, don’t hold your breath for pawternity leave.

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Not necessarily, says Veterinarian Katy Nelson, who follows the latest trends as host and executive producer of a popular Washington, DC televised pet program. Set down the goji berry and kale smoothie and check out this doctorly advice: • Eat that whole avocado yourself — it’s not good for dogs. The fruit, stem, leaves, and seeds contain a compound called persin, which can cause vomiting and diarrhea in dogs.

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• Feel free, however, to share your turmeric and coconut oil. The mild-tasting, boldly-yellow spice, revered for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-bacterial, and possibly ant-cancer properties might interact with other medications, so ask your vet first. Tumeric is good to pair with coconut oil, as it aids absorption of the healing properties. Dr. Nelson says it’s okay in small amounts or as a topical treatment for itchy, dry skin. Just don’t get excited over rumors that the oil can cure thyroid or other diseases in your dog. There’s scant evidence to support such claims.

• Flax seed oil? Probably yes, says Nelson. There’s evidence that it’s good for dogs’ skin and joint health, but only your vet can say if it might be right for your pup.

• Finally, while trustworthy studies are scarce, Nelson says her own pets and patients do well on hempseed oil for anxiety or arthritis pain, so it’s worth a conversation with your vet.

Celebrating Joan Dalton,

founder of Project POOCH

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n any given day, Joan Dalton walks with a group along the razor-topped perimeter of MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility in Woodburn, Oregon. She’s watchful for opportunities to praise and encourage her dog walkers — a select group of the facility’s incarcerated youth — and dogs once considered unadoptable.

This is Project POOCH, which Dalton founded while working as vice-principal at MacLaren’s Lord High School. She saw parallels between abandoned dogs and the youth at her school.

“Because of how they’ve been treated and the environment in which they were raised, they’ve acted out,” she says. “They are considered dangerous, so they’re locked up.”

Dalton saw hopelessness in too many students. Many had given up on school, most lacked skills or training, and their chances of finding meaningful employment upon returning to the community were low.

Knowing the strength of the human/animal bond from research and personal experience, she believed the dogs and youth could help each other.

Dalton's love for animals began when her childhood best friend was a dog named Bugsy. He waited with Dalton for the school bus every morning and met her again each afternoon. They were inseparable.

One day, Bugsy caught one of the family’s chickens. Her parents took Dalton and her siblings inside. Her mother pulled the blinds

POOCH dog Felix:

while her father got his shotgun. Dalton knew exactly what this meant. Neither parent spoke a word.

The experience stayed with her. She knew Bugsy wasn’t bad; he just hadn’t known better and had been left unsupervised.

Decades later, pondering ways to help her students earn high school credits, Dalton thought of Bugsy, and the many shelter dogs rejected for their behavior. She formed a vision to rehabilitate such dogs while teaching her students communication, job, and behavioral science skills.

She’d eventually leave her position as viceprincipal and take a significant pay cut to head up POOCH, working grueling hours, even selling her house to cover living expenses.

Beginning with one youth and one dog, Project POOCH grew every year, as youth learned patience and accountability, developed caring bonds with dogs, and celebrated as previously unadoptable dogs went to permanent, loving homes. Later, youth would learn additional skills by helping remodel campus areas into a kennel and study area, and creating an agility course and a meditation garden.

Over the years Dalton has worked to add more components to the program, including expanding kennels to teach construction skills and bringing in trainers, groomers, and veterinarians to deepen the youths’ knowledge. She

Winning

Eight years ago, Oregon State Penitentiary Assistant Superintendent Michael Yoder called Joan Dalton with an unusual request: he needed a dog to keep geese off the prison recreation yard.

Dalton knew just the dog — Felix. His parentage was a mystery, “So the POOCH youth compared him to photos in dog books and decided he most resembled a Munsterlander.” Experts describe the breed as affectionate, intelligent, and natural hunters that thrive on exercise.

Felix fit the description. Immediately, Dalton says, “he went wild chasing geese. Felix was a bit of a showoff as he demonstrated his skill and intelligence.”

brought in K9 officers to show youth different careers involving dogs .

The program became a model far and wide.

POOCH graduates have a low recidivism rate, and Dalton has helped participants find employment upon release from MacLaren, realizing one of the program’s early goals. A number of youth have gone on to college with the help of scholarships from donors. The barrier-busting program has been featured in magazines, newscasts, and on Animal Planet.

A Japanese film about POOCH airs regularly in Japan.

Now planning to hand over management to a new director, Dalton will be taking her work home with her. She’s outfitted her home to provide sanctuary to older POOCH dogs who have never been adopted. Living among retired canines, she will write her memoir about POOCH. “Hopefully it will raise awareness that everyone deserves a second chance. Whether it is an animal with behavior problems or a person who has been incarcerated, love and hard work can turn a life around,” she says.

Nancy Hill is a photojournalist currently living in Portland, although she anticipates moving to Salem very soon. As a child, Nancy's family always had a collie.

She's continued the love of the breed all her life and now has a collie named Casper.

Soon Felix began visiting the infirmary, improving inmate and staff morale. Inmate Michael McNeely, at OSP since Felix arrived, says, “Everybody loves Felix. He’s so smart; he can tell if somebody needs loving. Some people in here never get a visitor, and Felix makes a big difference to them.”

Inmate Steve Johnson handles Felix’s daily care, but others are quick to help. His popularity even pays his expenses: inmates and visitors line up to pay $1 for a photo with him.

And while the geese keep Felix challenged, so far, Felix is winning.

—Nancy Hill

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Spotlight on…

Chiweenies Breed Overview Size: Small, 3-11 lbs.

Grooming needs: Minimal to Medium depending on coat Exercise: Moderate Environment: Indoor, Walks Outside

Temperament: Bold, Playful, Stubborn Life Expectancy: 12-20 years Interesting Fact One motivator for creating this little hybrid was to reduce the risk of back problems that can occur in Dachshunds.

Appearance These little ones can have coats ranging from short and smooth to medium, long or wiry. Coat color may be solid or bi-colored, ranging from solid black, chocolate, red or fawn to combinations such as black and tan, chocolate and red, and fawn and tan. They’re built long and low to the ground, but not as elongated as purebred Doxies. They can sport the prick ears of a Chihuahua or the drop ears of a Dachshund, and may have a Chihuahua’s domed head with a snout more pointed like a Chihuahua or elongated like a Dachshund.

Personality Temperament is partially inherited for all dogs, so if you’re adopting a puppy from the shelter, try to meet the mom.

Chiweenies are happy with their people and true lap dogs in size and preference. They like to cuddle and are affectionate and devoted. This can go a little too far, however; they can be jealous when their person interacts with other people or pets, although many prove to be easygoing and sociable. This breed tends to be bold and take-charge. While small, they make good guard dogs as they typically bark at disturbances.

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Common Health Problems Chiweenies can be prone to hypoglycemia. Dental disease can also be a concern, particularly in dogs whose heads and faces more resemble a Chihuahua. And while they’re bred to have fewer back problems than Doxies, some Chiweenies do develop degenerative disc disease. Preventing them from jumping can help manage this risk. They can run and play to their hearts’ content, but it’s wise to implement safety measures around stairs and beds.

Best Match As both breeds are prone to barking, Chiweenies can be more vocal than is practical for apartment living. Because of their tendency to develop strong bonds with just one or two people, they’re not the first choice for larger families, and they should always be supervised around small children. Their best match is an adopter who will enjoy taking them for about an hour of daily activity, such as hiking, swimming, walking or jogging. Activity can help manage weight, which is important, as being overweight can increase the risk of back or other health problems.

Chiweenies can make excellent travel companions as they are small in size and love being with their people.

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Snickers Snickers is an active, sassy Chiweenie with a big personality! She is a two-year-old young lady who loves cats, dogs, and kids over 10 years old. She also enjoys car rides, cuddling, and playing. She wants to play with toys and play tag with other dogs. Snickers is in the care of a rescue in Aloha, Oregon, and is looking forward to joining a pack soon! Learn more at http://sshcr.rescueme.org or 503-459-7186.

Megan Noes lives in New York City with her husband Jacob, Frenchie Bulldog Nono, and a revolving door of foster kittens. She works for a major animal welfare organization and loves her former home in the Pacific Northwest.

Brought to you by PNW Visiting Vet Liono and Lilly How about twice the love! We’re 10-year-old siblings seeking a loving indoor home for retirement. We’re both lovebugs who don’t mind kids or dogs, but prefer to be the only cats. Lily has a wheat allergy, but otherwise we’re low maintenance and very healthy. So, how about a two-fer? We’re at Cat’s Cradle Rescue, 503-320-6079.

Mr. Socks I’m about 5, and I've spent most of my life in a car.

Maybe that’s why my motor is always running! My past was a little rough, but I clean up well — see my tuxedo? I’m very social and will entertain you when you get the laser toy.

I’m also happy to snuggle with you on the couch. Come meet me! I’m at Cat’s Cradle Rescue, 503-320-6079.

Myles I’m 6.9 lbs, and that’s the only thing small about me! People use a big word for me: Hilarious!

Since I don’t have teeth, nobody can tell my exact age, but it’s between 10-15 years. I love lounging on laps, but like to sleep in my own bed. I take thyroid medicine, but the doc says I’m otherwise tip-top, including my hearing and vision. I long for a fun, laid-back family. Please come meet me! I’m with StMartinsAnimalRescue.org, 503-857-5047.

Mabel I’ve been told my purr can be heard in outer space, where NASA uses it to welcome distant travelers to our galaxy!

With this galactic fame, I want to be the sole object of your feline affections. Otherwise, I’m a down-to-earth girl who loves cuddles. Okay, food ranks a close second, though I’m on a bland diet for my tummy. I was found abandoned with my kittens. I look like a kitten myself, but I’m around three and wise beyond my years. Please come meet me at AnimalAidPDX.org, 503-292-6628.

Dixie Well hello!

I’m an active, playful 5-yearold Pit Bull. At 48 pounds, I’m only small in stature — my ears and personality are big! I really love toys and playtime, and sometimes people think I get too exuberant. I need an easygoing family with lots of love and toys who want an only pet. Please come meet me at MultCoPets.org, 503-988-7387.

Precious

Suzy I bet you’ve been thinking you’d like a new friend — preferably a Jack Russell with wisdom and maturity. I’m Suzy, and I’m your girl! I’m 12, and 11 pounds of canine cuddles.

I was adopted once and got returned — I just didn’t get along with the other dog. A lady has opinions. I spend time in staff offices at Greenhill, and they say I’m a very good girl! If you’re looking for a fabulous only pet, please come meet me at Green-hill.org, 541-844-1777.

How’d I get a name like Precious? By being a great lap cat with impeccable manners!

I’ve spent most of my life in a wonderful loving home. They were sad when they couldn’t care for me anymore, but I’m a staff favorite here, so I’m getting lots of loves while I wait for you. I’m 15, and have never lived with other dogs or cats. Please meet me at Green-hill.org, 541-844-1777.

Endora Hiya! Are you an experienced cat person who loves finicky, quirky feline traits? Yes? My friend, let’s talk. I’m an active, 2-year-old Siamese mix.

I play. A LOT. I give love bites and often paw or bat people when I want to play, so I need a calm, low-traffic home with no small children or dogs, where I can stay busy. Please contact my buddy at animalcare@multco.us or 503-988-7387 and let’s make a date!

Star I’m a snuggly 15-year-old looking for a mellow home where I can get lots of loves and care for my aging kidneys.

Thanks to Maddie’s Fund, I come with a year of blood tests, a start-up supply of food, medicine, supplements, a heated bed, and stairs to help me get up on your bed for snuggles. We could be forever friends!

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DOGUST THE FIRST. Celebrating the universal shelter dog’s birthday. Everyone deserves a day to have fun!

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10-4 • STAYTON — PAWS FOR THE CAUSE: DOG WASH/CANNED FOOD DRIVE at Stayton Veterinary Hospital. 4th annual event for SafeHaven Humane. Dogs washed free with canned food donation.

On-site food trucks, vendor booths, kid-friendly activities, education, and raffles. SafeHavenHumane.org.

11-4 • CANINES UNCORKED. 8th annual event highlights 15 North Willamette Valley wineries where dogs are among the guests of honor. Wine tasting, canine activities, and treats. Proceeds benefit the pets at OHS. $40/online, $50/day of. OregonHumane.org.

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

4-8 • TIGARD — PROJECT POOCH at Fido’s “World’s First Dog Tap House.” Meet alumni from Project POOCH and learn about their incredible mission. Ilovefidos.com.

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Noon-4 • PORTLAND — FITNESS FOR ALL: ANIMAL MASSAGE CLINIC at Animal Aid. Pamper your furry one with a mini session from Knead Animal Massage. $10 suggested donation. This event is part of Animal Aid's Fitness Fur All summer wellness series. animalaidpdx.org.

3:30-5:30 • PORTLAND — BARKY HOUR at Untapped. All-day happy hour for pets and peeps. Donations support Family Dogs New Life Shelter. untappedpdx.com.

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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. WHS4Pets.org.

Noon-3 • TIGARD — BUNNY’S SPA DAY AND ASK-THE-RABBIT EXPERTS at PetSmart. Care & educational resources, light grooming & nail trims for visiting bunnies (suggested donation).

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1-4 • PORTLAND — PAINT YOUR 1-2 • REDMOND — NAMEOWSTE PET FUNDRAISER at Bottle & Bottega. at Brightside Animal Center. Dress No experience needed; step-by-step comfy, bring a mat, and get ready instruction. Bring photo of pet. Beer for a laid-back furry friend kind & wine available for purchase. $35 of class with snuggly cats happy includes materials and 10x10 canvas. to help you with your downward Proceeds benefit Oregon Humane. *ahem* cat poses. $10 suggested BottleandBottega.com/Portland — donation. Space limited; RSVP register under Public Parties. required. 541-923-0882 or erica@brightsideanimals.org.

9 1-2:30 • PORTLAND — HELP FOR 6-8 • SALEM — PETTALKS at Willa- YOUR LEASH-REACTIVE DOG at mette Humane. Informative, enterOHS. Make walks more enjoyable by taining talks every 2nd Thursday. $5 understanding leash reactivity and suggested donation. WHS4Pets.org. learning management techniques.

Humans only. Suggested donation 10 $15. OregonHumane.org.

4-6 • VANCOUVER — PROTECT 1:30-3:30 • PORTLAND — MEET YOUR PET CLINIC WITH GOOD A RETIRED RACER at Jantzen Beach NEIGHBOR VET at Humane Society Petco. Adoptables from Greyhound for SW Washington. License your pet Pet Adoption NW. GPA-NW.org. and get a free rabies vaccine plus free 3-4:30 • PORTLAND — MEMOexam. Additional vaccines $10, miRIAL ART THERAPY WORKSHOP at crochips $15. Dogs must be on leash, DoveLewis. Create a memento and cats in carriers. SouthwestHumane.org spend time in good company. Free; or GoodNeighborVet.com.

RSVP to DoveLewis.org.

9-Noon • PORTLAND — FITNESS FOR ALL: PET CPR & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION at Animal Aid. Includes class manual and certificate. $69.95, pre-registration required.

Animalaidpdx.org.

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

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9-2 • PORTLAND — PUP CITY/1K DOG WALK at Rose Quarter Commons to support the Pixie Project.

First annual festival features dog walk, pet festivities, vendors, and Blazers activities. $40 registration includes walk, hat, dog collar and ticket to an early season game.

PixieProject.org.

6-10pm • EUGENE — DOG DAY AT PK PARK. Bring your leashed & vaccinated pooches for a great evening cheering the Emeralds and helping the shelter pets at Greenhill Humane. The stands will be full of dogs and their people vying for foul balls! $9/humans, $1/dogs w/ promo code POOCH. 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.

WHS4Pets.org.

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8:30-4 • VANCOUVER — RUN FOR THE ANGELS. Motorcycle ride benefitting Angels with Misplaced Wings. Begin at Cycle Gear and ride through Yacolt and Amboy.

AngelsWithMisplacedWings.org.

9-10am • PORTLAND — FITNESS FOR ALL: DOG-FRIENDLY WALK at Gabriel Park. Start your morning on the right paw. Dogs welcome but not required for this light walk. animalaidpdx.org.

9-1 • VANCOUVER — MEMBERSHIP AND VENDOR FAIR at Dakota Memorial Off-leash park. Enjoy a day at the park with your dog and support your local off-leash parks. dogpawoffleashparks.org.

10-Noon • PORTLAND — CORGI WALK IN THE PEARL at NW Park & Everett. 11th annual walk draws 300+ Corgis from across the NW. Fashion show and drawings.

Proceeds support OHS and local Corgi rescue. $25/first dog, $15/addl pups. CorgiWalk.com.

1-3 • VANCOUVER — MEET A RETIRED RACER at Orchards Feed Mill. Adoptables from Greyhound Pet Adoption NW. Details GPA-NW.org.

4-7 • TIGARD — GOLDEN BOND RESCUE PINTS FOR PUPS FUNDRAISER at Fido’s “World’s First Dog Tap House.” Ilovefidos.com.

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

4-8 • NEWBERG — FARM DINNER at Wildwood Farm Sanctuary. Enjoy a four-course vegan BBQ dinner w/ wine, guided forest hikes and sanctuary tours. RSVP required.

WildwoodFarmSanctuary.org.

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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 helping pets and people. No need to RSVP. MultCoPets.org.

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9-Noon • PORTLAND — DOVELEWIS WESTIE & FRIENDS WALK at Wallace Park. More than 100 Westies (and friends) gather to enjoy annual 1.5 mile walk for a great cause. Snacks, photo booth, vendors, costume contest, prizes. Proceeds benefit the Velvet Assistance Fund. $20/pet advance, $25 day of. DoveLewis.org.

9-2 • PORTLAND — WAG ON THE WATERFRONT 2018 at South Waterfront. 1st annual dog show features contests with prizes, food carts, vendors, outreach, and more. $20/ contest participation. PixieProject.org.

10-4 • PORTLAND — FITNESS FOR ALL: PET NUTRITION CLINIC at WILD Pet Provisions. Food assessment session and advice. Raffles and samples. animalaidpdx.org.

11-3 • MT HOOD — MUTTS ON THE MOUNTAIN at Mt Hood Meadows. 2nd annual outdoor festival pets and their people. Live music, food & drink, vendors, doggie sno-cones, photo booth, raffle, and self-guided hiking. $20 advance, $25 day of. OregonHumane.org.

11-4 • GASTON — PUPS AT PLUM at Plum Hill Vineyards.

Pups welcome for this fun-filled event supporting Puplandia Dog Rescue. Continues 11-4 Sun Aug 26.

PuplandiaDogRescue.com.

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NATIONAL DOG DAY. Honoring all dogs — family and working dogs who selflessly provide safety and comfort. NationalDogDay.com.

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

CatAdoptionTeam.org.

10-11 • PORTLAND — I SPEAK WOOF! at Milagros Boutique.

Fun, interactive Children's Dog Bite Prevention class provides tools to be safe around dogs. $15/child 3-10, free/parents. Limited space; RSVP required. HelpingPawsNW.com.

11-3 • TUALATIN — RESCUEPAWLOOZA at Oregon Dog Rescue.

Summer celebration supporting ODR features raffles, games for dogs and kiddos, demos, vendors, snacks, and photos. OregonDogRescue.org.

Noon-1 • PORTLAND — YOGA WITH CATS. Find your center (and a little cat hair). $20. Bring your own mat and arrive at Animal Aid shelter at 11:45am. Space limited; RSVP to animalaidpdx.org.

Noon-9 • TIGARD — ADOPTION REUNION at Fido’s “World’s First Dog Tap House.” Adoptive families from Fido’s opening to now invited for a joyful reunion. Ilovefidos.com.

1-6 • WASHOUGAL — OMI SUMMER FESTIVAL & ART FESTIVAL at Odd Man Inn. Supporting the animals at the refuge, afternoon features vendors, beer garden, silent art auction, raffles, vegan tex-mex, and tours.

Age 18+ only; capacity limited, buy tickets early. OddManInn.org.

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

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

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

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6-7 • PORTLAND — LLAMA LIBATIONS at Cartlandia. Enjoy food and beverage with your favorite llama, Rojo! Family friendly & low key. rojothellama.com.

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9-10am • PORTLAND — FITNESS FOR ALL: DOG-FRIENDLY WALK at SW Waterfront. Start your morning on the right paw. Dogs welcome but not required for this light, refreshing walk. Part of Animal Aid's Fitness Fur All wellness series; more events animalaidpdx.org/ffa.

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

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8-4 • PORTLAND — TOUR DE LAB. Bikes, dogs, hot dogs, and beer. A whimsical day with hundreds of doggerific people in support of DoveLewis. 2 courses to choose from. TourdeLab.com.

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9-4 • VANCOUVER — FURRY FRIENDS AT PEACE & JUSTICE FAIR at Esther Short Park. Purr-use adoptable kitties from Furry Friends Washington. Discounted microchipping 9-2. FurryFriendsWA.org.

9-5 • SCAPPOOSE — COLUMBIA COUNTY DOG FAIR at Veterans Park. Day-long dog- and familyfriendly fundraiser for Columbia Humane and Scappoose Off-leash park features 5K fun run/walk, contests, games, demos, and everything dog.

ScappooseDogDog.com/events.

9-6 • VANCOUVER — 2018 FLIGHT OF ANGELS FUNDRAISER. Annual meet & greet fundraiser for Angels with Misplaced Wings. Location TBA. AngelsWithMisplacedWings.org.

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

CatAdoptionTeam.org.

10-2 • PORTLAND — CATIO TOUR. From fancy to functional, DIY or professionally crafted, get inspiration for your own dream catio!

Day-long self-guided tour raises awareness of the catio craze, creating safe environments for cats and birds. 10 catios. Hosts, volunteers, and staff on hand. Tickets/details FeralCats.com.

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9-10 • PORTLAND — FITNESS FOR ALL: FELINE TRAINING CLASS at Animal Aid. Who says cats can’t learn new tricks? Get ready to have your purr-ception changed! $10. animalaidpdx.org/ffa.

10-4 • EUGENE — PAWS IN THE GARDEN. Self-guided tour of private SE Eugene gardens to benefit the animals at Greenhill Humane.

Tickets/details Green-Hill.org.

Noon-3 • TIGARD — BUNNY’S SPA DAY AND ASK-THE-RABBIT EXPERTS at PetSmart. Care & educational resources, light grooming & nail trims for visiting bunnies (suggested donation).

RabbitAdvocates.org.

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

2-6 • PORTLAND — 2ND ANNUAL BARK IN THE PARK BENEFIT FOR OHS at Providence Park. Watch the Timbers 2 take on the Tulsa Roughnecks with your best furry friend at your side. $11 includes admission and commemorative dog bowl (while supplies last).

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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6-8 • SALEM — PETTALKS at Willamette Humane. Informative, entertaining talks every 2nd Thursday. $5 suggested donation. WHS4Pets.org.

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9-10 • PORTLAND — FITNESS FOR ALL: CANINE FITNESS CLASS at Synergy Behavior Solutions. Join your pup in learning new tricks. $20. animalaidpdx.org/ffa.

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 plus free exam. Additional vaccines $10, microchips $15. Dogs must be on leash, cats in carriers. SouthwestHumane.org or GoodNeighborVet.com.

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10-2 • CLACKAMAS — ANNUAL GREYHOUND PICNIC AND HOUNDWASH. Dog play area, dog wash, food, raffles and merchandise.

Details/location GPA-NW.org.

1-3 • VANCOUVER — MEET A RETIRED RACER at Orchards Feed Mill. Adoptables from Greyhound Pet Adoption NW. GPA-NW.org.

4-10 • WASHOUGAL — PIRATES IN THE PLAZA at Reflection Plaza.

Festive event features food & drink, live music, pirate sword fights, and more to support West Columbia Gorge Humane. WCGHS.org.

5-9 • VANCOUVER — THE THREE MEOWSKETEERS DINNER & AUCTION at Firstenberg Rec Center.

10th annual fundraiser for Furry Friends Washington features dinner, dessert, auctions, raffles, photos, and costume contest. Feline musketeer costumes encouraged. Tickets/ details FurryFriendsWA.org.

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

CatAdoptionTeam.org.

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

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

RabbitAdvocates.org.

2-6 • TIGARD — 1ST ANNUAL BARKS, BREWS & BLUES at Fido’s “World’s First Dog Tap House.”

Bring the pup, and enjoy craft beer and great blues music.

Ilovefidos.com.

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10:30-6:30 • PORTLAND — THE BLOODY MARY FESTIVAL at District East. Benefit for the Humane Society of SW Washington features live music and 2-hour sessions of unlimited food/drink tasting from Portland’s most creative artisans. 21+.

SouthwestHumane.org.

TBA • ALBANY — RESCUE ROUNDUP at Albany Boys & Girls Club. Boot stompin’ good time at annual fundraiser for SafeHaven Humane features western-themed dinner, live & silent auctions, raffles, and more. SafeHavenHumane.org.

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8:30-4 • CORVALLIS — AKC MATCH & RESPONSIBLE DOG OWNERSHIP DAY at Benton County Fairgrounds. All breeds including mixes welcome in Obedience, Rally, and Canine Good Citizenship Testing.

Educational resources and raffles.

ChintiminiKennelClub.com.

6-7 • PORTLAND — LLAMA LIBATIONS at Cartlandia. Enjoy food and beverage with your favorite llama, Rojo! Family friendly & low key. rojothellama.com.

5-6 • CLACKAMAS — CLACKAMAS DOG SERVICES VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION. Get started making the most of your unique talents while helping dogs. Lots of ways to help!

Clackamas.us/dogs.

6:30 • PORTLAND — RESCUE IS FOR LOVERS at McMenamin’s Mission Theater. A night of Pixie Project storytelling presented by Our Bold Voices.

PixieProject.org.

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

WHS4Pets.org.

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9-Noon • PORTLAND — STRUT YOUR MUTT 2018 at Willamette Park. Best Friends Animal Society’s annual event includes leisurely morning walk & timed run to support local shelters and homeless pets. Family-friendly festival includes vendors, food trucks and activities. Registration fees vary. StrutYourMutt.org.

10-2 • VANCOUVER — DOGGIE DIVE at Lake Shore Athletic Club.

It’s a wet and wild time when dogs take to the outside pools to support the animals at Humane Society for SW Washington.

No human swimmers allowed; volunteers on site.

SouthwestHumane.org.

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10-11 • PORTLAND — TOUR FCCO HQ and spay/neuter clinic. Discover how FCCO is making a difference in the lives of cats and their caregivers.

RSVP/details FeralCats.com.

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10-4 • WOODBURN — FALL FASHION FRENZY at Woodburn Outlet Stores.

Day of shopping, fashion, savings, and giveaways supporting 12 local charities including Marion County Dog Services. MCdogs.net.

TBA • PORTLAND — 23RD ANNUAL DOGTOBERFEST at Lucky Lab on Hawthorne. Pack up the dirty pooches for Portland’s biggest dog wash.

Nail trims available. Live music, food, beverages, and vendors benefit the DoveLewis Blood Bank. DoveLewis.org.

CIRCLE THE DATE! Oct. 13 A TAIL TO REMEMBER DINNER & AUCTION WCHGS.org Oct. 13 & 14 PUG-O-WEEN: GRUMBLECON 2018 PacificPugRescue.org Oct. 18 A WALK IN THE PARK LUNCHEON SouthwestHumane.org

Whatcha doing this weekend?

We can help. Join roving editor Michelle Blake live on Spot’s Facebook feed for the Good Neighbor Vet Furry Fun Planner Thursdays at 6:30 pm.

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