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2015 Top Dogs!

D6 When does your dog need a lawyer?

Believe it — sometimes they do. Award-winning animal law attorney Nicole Jergovic cites cases in which it makes sense to seek counsel.

D13 Give that dog a job!

Not only does a tired dog equal a happy dog, but it usually also equals a happy pet parent. Award-winning Top Dogs for Agility/ Sport JC and Kyoko of Portland’s new Zoom Room discuss why it’s important to do more than just walk the dog.

D16 Mission to unchain dogs rises to new levels

10 FEATURES 9 Washington County passes new laws

From possible fines for not scooping the poop to potential incarceration for animal neglect or abuse, new laws in Washington County reflect how culture is going to the dogs — in very positive ways.

Fences For Fido has for six years been unchaining dogs who’ve lived too long on the end of chains, providing free fences, dog houses, and recently, passing legislation to continue to improve the lives of not only these dogs, but entire families.

D25 Rub your dog the right way

Most pet parents know about animal massage, but you may be surprised at the far-reaching benefits the practice provides. Better still, pet parents can learn animal massage and provide its myriad benefits right at home.

D29 Dental care vital to overall health

Top Doc Courtney Anders is passionate about dentistry. Learning why makes it clear that every pet parent should be, too.

6 Meet The Cat Crusader

Six years ago, Tasha Roberts’ life became one of adventure, drama and heroism . . . and she’s only 23! In one inspired — and surprisingly unlikely — moment, she declared herself a cat rescuer. Diving right in, Tasha soon proved herself to be not only a cat rescuer, but a superhero.

10 For the Love of Callie

Meet this Golden girl who had a gift for comforting people in their hours of need. Her remarkable love inspired the creation of a foundation that is keeping her loving spirit forever alive and giving.

12 Rescue Me!

Furbabies in need of forever loving families. Meet beautiful dogs, cats and rabbits who need a little extra help getting home. Some may have medical issues, some are older, and some have just been in shelter too long.

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Cover Model 411 NAME: Bean Howard; Don't call me Mister, that's my father AGE / BREED: 9.5 years young, but being a Terrier mix, you can put down 3. PACK: I share my home with my stepbrother, Thor. He's a Boxer, but I think I can take him. STOMPING GROUNDS: While strolling alone

in a nice neighborhood, I saw the owner of the home (Dr. Howard) and thought "This place looks great. I'll even let him stay and take care of me!" That was 11 years ago, and he's stuck around.

LOVES: I love food, treats, and snacks. I go to work with dad, and before I even make it to my office, I've been fed treats. Luckily I like to hike off-leash. I've got to keep my figure because yes ladies, I'm single.

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DOESN’T LOVE: I'm not a fan of the long hours I keep in the office, but no one said being a surgeon’s dog was easy. And leashes. They're always trying to keep a good dog down.

Presenting your 2015 Top Dogs!

is with absolute glee that I present to you this year’s Top Dog Award Winners, and the annual BEST in the BIZ Directory, featuring the best pet businesses and professionals of 2015 by Readers' Choice – in 42 categories. Thanks to those of you who voted. To the winners — thank you for the great work you do! Our community repeatedly ranks as one of the best cities to live with pets. That’s in great part thanks to our fantastic pet-devoted businesses, many of whom appear in these pages. This year, if you’re looking for daycare . . . or outstanding pet-friendly vacation rentals/hotels . . . or the best medical care, from basic to advanced … or great merchants to whom you can turn for guidance, goods, and amazing expertise … look here. After you’ve read the magazine, just pull those pages off (please recycle) and keep the Directory handy for the next best thing to a referral from a friend for everything you might possibly need for your pets this year. From compiling the votes to working with the featured businesses, building the Directory each year is an adventure filled with revelation and excitement. We are blessed to have so many outstanding professionals committed to our best friends’ health and happiness, and to us, their people. While working on any project, the Spot team is never doing just one thing. Whatever’s on tap, you can be sure we’re also fielding calls about animals in need, helping move them from temporary situations to forever loving homes. This is the work of our hearts, as well as serving you and our local professionals – to connect you with each other, discover previously unknown resources, and more. Spot will turn 10 in August, and in these years I’ve learned this important truth: Together, we can. We can change fortunes from horrific to happy-ever-after. We can change laws to help end abuse and abusive practices long gone unchecked or unanswered for. We can help shine the light on how basic things like food, physical activity and learning can change the life of a misbehaving or unhealthy pet and therefore the world for his or her family. Little things mean a lot! And together, doing little things, one by one over and over, so much gets done! Thank you for allowing us to do what we do. We love serving the animals and you, and we look forward to seeing you soon at upcoming pet events! Happily that includes the NW Pet Fair, which Columbia Gorge Humane Society, in partnership with Spot, is taking forward as of this year. A big shout-out to Amy Barton (nee Johnson) and Vanessa Wright, who in their early 20s took custody of the Pet Fair five years ago, taking it from a state of neglect to a thriving weekend that is the biggest annual event for many local pet businesses. Come out and play April 18-19 at the Expo Center – we have so much to celebrate! Yours in everything pet,

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Life 9 Rescue Gives Felines a Fighting Chance Michelle Blake • Spot Magazine

Tasha Roberts was 17, and a self-described bad kid. “I had dropped out of school, and was in a TON of trouble. I didn’t know what I was going to do with my life,” she says. Then she got a call from a friend asking her to join her at a party. What she found there changed her life. Six years later it’s also changing the landscape for homeless cats in Eugene. In a field and parking lot near the party, a colony of feral cats struggled to eke out a miserable life: emaciated females were having litter after litter of sick kittens, many with fatal deformities from generations of inbreeding. In a misguided attempt to shorten their suffering, neighbors would routinely catch the sickest ones and kill them with shovels. Roberts had never carried out a rescue in her life, but declared to her neighbors that she was a cat rescuer. “I had no idea what I was doing," she recalls. "I pulled up at my mom’s house with 21 cats and kittens in the car, not even in carriers – and it wasn’t even my car!" 6 Spot Magazine | February/March 2015

Her mother was not pleased. But when Tasha explained what was happening to the cats, she relented. The adult cats Tasha rescued that night survived, but the kittens had to be euthanized for severe health problems. The experience opened her eyes to the grim realities for stray and feral felines. “For really sick, abandoned cats, nobody can take them in. It's too much work. Too much money," Tasha explains. But everywhere she turned for help, she found shelters full, budgets strained, and a general public that wanted to see the cats cared for — by someone else. 17-year-old Roberts became that someone. That first year, she rescued and found permanent homes for over 300 cats, all while unemployed. “You find ways," she says, recalling how she scraped together the funds for trap rentals, spay/neuter surgeries, leukemia tests and vaccines. "Selling clothes, selling books . . . whatever it takes.

Sometimes I’d trap cats and the property owners would hand me 20 or 40 dollars to help out.” When she turned 18, Roberts got a full-time that paid job $15,000. All but $2000 of that went directly into cat rescues. “It didn’t take long for people to notice I was serious," she says.

With a ha ndful of volu nteers, the orga nization has rescued a total of 1,100 cats. Eventually the teenager's dedication caught the eye of a benefactor who paid a nonprofit attorney to help Tasha secure IRS nonprofit status. Today donations trickle in from around the country, and even overseas. She named her fledgling organization Life 9 Rescue. "Every cat we help is on its ninth life," she explains. Now at 23, this former "bad kid" serves as the unpaid executive director of Life 9. With help from a handful of closeknit volunteers, the organization has rescued a total of 1100 cats, including felines from an ongoing rescue involving a colony of 200-plus sick and starving cats on a property in Lane County. So far, Life 9 has trapped and helped over 70 cats at that location. The rest of the population has become so wary that Roberts says she'll have to use remote-control traps to capture them.

resource, providing supplies and guidance toward building a public army of DIY rescuers. Moreland echoes that hope. “It’s teaching the community to be their own advocates. Instead of one person, you have 50 people doing it across the community, helping cats,” she says.

Tasha Roberts

For Roberts, the solution lies in changing attitudes and increasing awareness. “It’s not a cat problem, it’s a people problem. The cats didn’t choose to be born – it happens because somebody didn’t spay their cat," she says. "People don’t think it’s their responsibility to take care of them, but it isn’t my responsibility ether. It’s everyone’s role, and I can show people how to do it.”

For more info visit www.life9rescue.org Michelle Blake lives in Salem, Oregon with three big rescue dogs, three rescue cats, and a very understanding husband. She currently serves on the board of directors for the Wildwood Farm Sanctuary and provides pro bono professional services to small animal organizations through Four Feet Forward. Her writing has appeared in national publications.

Adoptable felines are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, treated for parasites, and placed in foster care until forever homes are found. Feral cats are trapped and given the same roster of treatments before being returned to colonies where caregivers deliver food and shelter and monitor their health. This winter, Roberts launched the Warm Paws Project along with volunteers Regan Moreland and Kellie Rauch. To date more than 70 insulated cat shelters have been built during work parties in Rauch’s basement. For a small fee that covers the cost of supplies, anyone in the community can pick up a shelter at a Eugene pet supply store. “People think cats don’t freeze to death, but they do," Roberts says. "I found a mom and her kittens frozen under a dumpster. They’d been trying to take shelter in a warehouse and the owners kept kicking them out.” Roberts admits that sometimes she is overwhelmed to the point of total despair because she knows that her small, scrappy nonprofit can’t possibly meet the enormous need. It’s a common problem in the rescue community, but she is taking an uncommon approach. “Every call I get for help is for something that the caller could do by themselves," she says. She hopes Life 9 can ultimately serve as a www.spotmagazine.net | 7

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MCAS reports record adoptions in December

DoveLewis offers support for those with difficult pets

An “Operation Silent Night” promotion conducted by Multnomah County Animal Services (MCAS) in December was anything but quiet: nearly 300 dogs and cats found forever homes for the holidays. While just short of MCAS’s goal of having a completely empty shelter by New Year’s Eve, December 2014 was the most successful month for adoptions the shelter has seen in years.

DoveLewis has introduced a new support group for pet parents living with hard-to-manage pets. The Difficult Pet Support Group (DPSG) provides a safe community for pet guardians who have pets with special needs — whether physical, behavioral or emotional. The group is facilitated by Enid Traisman, longtime director of the DoveLewis Pet Loss Support and Art Therapy Programs; and Rachel Bow, owner of Ruff Mutts dog training and enrichment business.

MCAS Director Mike Oswald praised the community for stepping up, and encouraged ongoing involvement with the shelter. “We hope to keep up the momentum in 2015, with folks continuing to visit the shelter in Troutdale and adopting, fostering, and using the many services we have to offer.” Learn more at MultCoPets.org.

Meow! Portland cuddles up to first kitty cafe Area cat lovers can get a taste of the cat cafe trend sweeping the nation when Purringtons Cat Lounge opens Saturday, Jan. 24, with a grand opening celebration noon to 6. The first of its kind in Portland and the sixth “cat café” to open in the United States, Purringtons Cat Lounge will house cats for adoption from Cat Adoption Team (CAT). “From the minute I heard about cat cafés, I knew it was something Portland would love,” says Purringtons Cat Lounge President, Kristen Castillo. “Working with CAT ensures that Purringtons is good for cats and cat lovers alike.” So far eight felines reside at Purringtons, located at 3529 NE MLK Jr. Blvd. Admission is $8 per hour, or guests can sit with purchase in the café and watch the cats through a large window. Learn more at purringtonscatlounge.com.

Dog-powered scooters hit the road Got a strong, athletic dog who likes to pull and needs lots of exercise? Portland dog lover and outdoor enthusiast Mark Schuette has invented the Dog-Powered Scooter, a hybrid exercise system for dogs and owners. The harness design allows the dog to be strapped into the side, powering the scooter by running while the rider steers and brakes. Schuette says the activity might be described as "urban mushing.” "It's a dog-human team sport," Schuette told CNN earlier this year."You can take it downtown or on mountain biking trails." Learn more at dogpoweredscooter.com.

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Traisman says support is important for these pet guardians because they tend to feel frustrated and alone. "You may be in doubt of your pet ownership abilities. You may feel exhausted and isolated because friends or family keep their distance.” The DPSG program is free, but RSVP is required. Sessions are held the first Wednesday of each month. Learn more at RuffMuttsCooperative.com/difficultpet-support-group/.

OHS celebrates milestone adoption and national recognition The Oregon Humane Society marked its 11,000th adoption of 2014 by finding a forever home for Lucy, a four-month-old Jack Russell Terrier mix. The lucky girl was adopted by the Bruns family of Vancouver, WA, after being transported from an overcrowded facility in California as part of OHS’s Second Chance program. “This is what the holidays are all about," says Sharon Harmon, OHS Executive Director. "It’s wonderful to see people opening their hearts to shelter animals.” OHS has reached the 11,000 number for the last five years, making it among the nation's busiest shelters.

Petco drops China-made treats One of the nation’s largest retailers of pet products, Petco announced last May it would begin phasing out all China-made pet treats from its 1300 stores, including online retail and the new Unleashed by Petco stores. Six months later, the transition is complete, making Petco the first national pet specialty retailer to uphold this policy. “As a trusted partner for pet parents, we believe this is the right thing to do,” said Petco CEO Jim Myers, “and we’re proud to take this step in the best interest of pets.” Food safety continues to be a growing concern for pet parents. A recent survey by Packaged Facts reports that 55% of dog guardians, and nearly the same percentage of cat guardians, agree that fear of pet food contamination is key when considering food purchases. More than half of those surveyed said they prefer to purchase food made in the US.

Washington County

Gets a New Pet Code

Michele Coppola • Spot Magazine

If you live in Oregon's Washington County and you have a wandering cat, a yappy pup that annoys the neighbors, or you fail to pick up after your dog, there’s news for you: revised animal control laws are taking effect, and they just might affect you. On January 20, 2015, Washington County's Board of Commissioners unanimously approved sweeping changes to take effect February 20. The changes include:

Establishment of Dangerous Dog Categories: Under the old enforcement codes, if a dog bit someone there was no consideration of circumstances, and the dog could be labeled "dangerous.” The revamped codes will address that generalization. "These changes will allow officers to look at the current situation and assess the dog based on the circumstances surrounding the incident," says Randy Covey, Washington County Animal Services Field Supervisor.

Class A Dogs: Those who have caused substantial physical harm to a person or another animal; Class B Dogs: Those who have a biting incident but not a serious mauling; Class C Dogs: Those who exhibit aggressive

Guidelines for Barking Dogs: Whether or not you find a barking dog a nuisance is often subjective; however, the new code defines it as any dog barking continuously for five minutes in any 15-minute period. Owners may be fined if they don't quiet their canine.

Other changes: Laws that specify leash length, a requirement that vets report rabies inoculations to the county, and the sale of animals in public places are all addressed in the revised codes as well.

behavior while running loose. There are increasing fines, fees and supervision required, depending upon classification of the dog.

For a full look and more details, go to http://www.co.washington.or.us/HHS/AnimalServices/proposed-code-changes.cfm

Recognizing Cats: "The old code is archaic in that not only is there no clear definition of neglect or abuse, it doesn't even mention cats," says Covey.

It’s a beautiful thing.

The new code rectifies that, and also requires owners to take responsibility for their pets. While leashes and licensing won't be mandated, residents will be within their rights to confiscate a cat on their property and take it to the shelter as a stray. Shelter staff will then try to reunite the cat with its owner, who will hopefully keep the cat confined to his or her own property in the future.

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Failure to Scoop Fines: Learn to use a pooper-scooper — or at least a plastic bag — otherwise, you're facing a ticket. An estimated 15 percent of fecal bacteria in local streams comes from dog waste, according to Clean Water Services, making this a serious public health issue. Licensing Animal Rescues: In addition to an inspection of their record-keeping systems, rescue facilities will be required to obtain a $100 annual permit.

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For the Love of

Callie

Beloved therapy dog lives on through fund she inspired Vanessa Salvia • Spot Magazine

hile people have become increasingly aware of the depth of the human/animal bond, now and then comes a story that surprises. Like Callie’s — a Golden Retriever whose imprint remains alive and well long after she has passed on. Callie bonded to humans right away, and was so loving toward them that she earned the role of therapy dog, visiting patients in homes, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes in Albany, Oregon.

Callie's Fund offers financial support for the needs of other therapy dogs Callie’s owner Tracy Calhoun is a hospice nurse at Samaritan Evergreen House, a facility which cares for people nearing the end of their lives. “Callie was a frequent visitor to hospice patients and their families in their places of residence,” she says. Sadly, Callie died of cancer in 2011 at age 6½, before the inpatient Hospice House was built. However, her life and work with patients lives on through a foundation she inspired, called “Callie’s Fund.” “Many of Callie’s favorite families encouraged the establishment of a fund in her memory,” says Calhoun. “It has been used to help hospice patients' pets in various ways — like assisting with veterinary fees, purchasing supplies and food, paying adoption fees to local no-kill shelters for families who could not care for the patient's pet after the death, and assistance with adoption alternatives.” Callie's Fund also offers financial support for the needs such as boarding costs of other therapy dogs, as well as food and treats for visiting pets, and the care of Syd —an outdoor therapy cat who adopted the hospice staff about 18 months ago. Prior to having Callie, Calhoun was involved with therapy dogs for many years, and helped develop a dog therapy program at another hospice facility in Washington State in the mid ’90s. She says there was much resistance to the idea at that time. Thankfully, times have changed. While the work Callie did was with in-home patients, the hospice 10 Spot Magazine | February/March 2015

now has an inpatient facility with 12 beds, and an outpatient team serving 90 to 100 people in their homes. When Callie was working, she would sometimes hold bedside vigils for dying patients, though Calhoun says they couldn’t always spend extended time with one person. Nowadays, JJ — another Golden like Callie — is the primary therapy dog at Hospice House. “She has been with me since birth, and Callie was actually her nanny,” says Calhoun. “JJ works 12-hour shifts with me and has quite the Facebook following.” Just like Callie, JJ does a lot for dying patients and their families. “She works off-leash here, so she often does rounds on her own,” says Calhoun. “I have had many families and staff tell me she visits rooms more often when someone is dying, and she will nudge a patient's hand if they are making a noise.” Calhoun has also observed the calming effect JJ has on agitated patients. "When patients are actively dying, JJ often wants to be right on the bed. They settle nicely when she is with them, waiting for medication to take effect. Her ability to be a comfort — silly distraction or quiet calm presence — has been very helpful, and she often gets thank-yous and gifts.” JJ also assists at regional crisis events and volunteers as a HOPE Animal Assisted Crisis Response K-9. She went to Oso, Washington twice after last year's landslide, and to the site of the shooting at Seattle Pacific University in June this year. Calhoun and her co-workers at Hospice House are also actively building a therapy dog team that can visit patients regularly, since nurses there have long stretches off.

When Callie was working, she would sometimes hold bedside vigils for dying patients “JJ's sister just had puppies, and I will be keeping one of the females who will be JJ's understudy for therapy and hopefully crisis response work,” says Calhoun. “We also have a new young dog, Phoebe, who has been a certified therapy dog since she was 6 months old, and who often makes visits with her owner, our on-call nurse Jody Buktenica. Another dog, Marfa, owned by nurse Anne Arquette, visits patients in their homes." Calhoun says that the Samaritan Evergreen Hospice staff treats patients with animals very well. “They have frequently gone out of their way to assist and donate to our patients and families to provide for their pets, as well as re-homing animals whose owners have died,” she says. “Callie's Fund is an extension of the generosity shown by those hospice workers."

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Babies in need of forever loving homes. Benji and Penguin These two fluffballs are a bonded pair, about six years old. The “Penguin” is quite social, while Benji is more reserved but adventurous. Their family recently relocated, so for the second time they’re in search of a forever indooronly home. They love to run, play and be all-things rabbit, so will need a bunny-proof area to adjust to their new surroundings and family. Contact 503-788-7676.

Florence and Waldport

Dew Dew is one cuddly, curious cat, with beautiful green eyes. Just a year old, she loves exploring and people, and is content spending most of her time with her humans, keeping track of what everyone’s up to — and whether they might like to spend a moment with her. Meet Dew at the Pet Loft, 6333 SW Macadam in Portland or contact CatAdoptionTeam.org.

Rescued at the coast in 2010, these two are waiting for a haven to call home. Wally is a showboater, friendly and hilarious. Flo has grown accustomed to humans and gets friendlier every day. Currently in foster care, this bonded pair must be adopted together. To meet them, contact jhhutto2@msn.com.

Great name, huh! I am a petite sweetie cat full of hope, even though I was abandoned by my people in winter elements. Saved by The Delicious Mickey Grrrl Rescue, I am recovering in a foster home and enjoying being warm . . . and full! I’m even playing and purring again! When I'm happy I make "muffins," or in my case, tortillas – sometimes in a lap, sometimes in the air! Still, my heart aches for a forever home with you. I would prefer a gentle adult-only, indoor-only home, either by myself or with another mellow cat. Please meet me! Contact Hatbox@comcast.net.

I admit I'm a little discouraged and insecure thinking no one wants me and that I'll never find someone to love. I've been told I have great qualities and I'm hoping you will see them! I'm a 12 lb, energetic but low-maintenance guy. No grooming needed! Just a warm bed, good food, and most of all, love! I love walks and playing with other dogs. Hey! If you have a lonely canine at home we could be BFFs! Did I mention I love other dogs, especially ones my size? I would do best in a home with no cats and adults who have time to keep me active. If I sound like your guy, call me or whistle! Contact AnimalAidPDX.org or call 503-292-6628.

Penny

They say I have one of the best smiles ever. I’m a sweet girl who wants nothing more than someone to cuddle with. I love people, even little ones! I used to get anxious moving all around, but my foster person has been so good to me! Formal training has given me confidence; it’s still growing, so I’ll need you to be patient and hold my paw through new experiences. I need to be an only dog, and I’m good when left home alone – but I do love walks and car rides, and playing fetch! I’ll also love snuggling with you watching TV . . . oh! I’m smiling again! Check FamilyDogsNewLife.org to meet me – and see my video!

Gerrard always has energy to spare! He loves to jump, play, and explore, and would be happiest with a loving family who’ll provide a sunny space and toys to expend that energy. Gerrard will fill your home with abundant cat-ness, and big ol’ furry fluffs of joy. This cat loves people and is happy to show his fun and love. Contact CatAdoptionTeam.org.

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My foster people are nutty – they call me Penny, but also Pennster, Little Turkey, Punkin’ and on and on. But you know what? I’m easy peasy and very polite, so I answer to it all – I just love hearing their voices! I spent most of last year in a shelter and it was so lonely and scary! I’m still not quite over it, but the love I’ve been getting has really helped. Now I’m ready for the next step: going home! My fosters say I’m a bright, super-quick learner. I’d love a family with another dog and older kids. Please come meet me! Contact AdoptAFosterDog@ FamilyDogsNewLife.org.

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Priscilla I am blessed with a luxurious beautiful black coat, and can’t believe I have nowhere to go! I’m in a wonderful foster home, but so eager to find my own family. I’m a little shy, but I love being petted, getting attention, treats, and playing with the feather stick! I will do best in a home with kids over 10, and possibly a very mellow dog. Please come meet me and let’s both have a great new year! Contact MultCoPets.org.

Hi  I was brought to the shelter because my family could no longer care for me. I’m a sweet, very well-behaved girl, and a great lap dog. I love people and am housetrained, and . . . I’m blind. This is a plus as it makes me very special! I dream of being my family’s only dog, where there are no steps and a stable arrangement of furniture. I will be the perfect companion for a quiet family. Please meet me! Contact MultCoPets.org.

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The GOOD NEIGHBOR VET

February FREE-BRUARY SPAY/NEUTER SPECIAL — Free spay/neuter services, vaccines, flea treatments and ear-tip identification for anyone feeding feral or stray cats, regardless of income or city of residence. Provided by the Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon in honor of Spay/Neuter Awareness Month. Details 503-7972606 or visit FeralCats.com.

GROUNDHOG DAY Noon-10pm • PORTLAND — CHARITY OF THE DAY at Oregon Public House. Eat, drink, save lives! Proceeds from today’s food or drink purchases benefit Project POOCH. Raffles; dogs attend in spirit only please. POOCH.org. 5:30-7pm • SALEM —VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION at Willamette Humane Society. Learn about opportunities to help the animals at WHS and tour the facility. Offered again Thurs., Feb. 19. Details WHS4Pet.org.

4 6-7pm • VANCOUVER — WEST COLUMBIA GORGE HUMANE VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION at Vancouver Police East Precinct. Dedicate a few hours a month and help animals in need. Individuals & families welcome. Details WCGHS.ORG.

Noon-3pm • TIGARD — FIND SOME BUNNY TO LOVE at Tigard Petco. Meet adoptables and their Rabbit Advocates, who provide care & adoption resources, plus light grooming & nail trims for visiting bunnies (suggested donation). DetailsAdoptARabbit.org. Noon-4pm • SELLWOOD — ADOPTION OUTREACH WITH MULTNOMAH COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES at Natural Pet Food Solutions. Come meet your new best friend! Details MultcoPets.org and NaturalPetFoodSolutions.com 3-4:30pm • PORTLAND — MEMORIAL ART THERAPY WORKSHOP at DoveLewis. Create a memento and spend time in good company. Free; RSVP to DoveLewis.org.

8-11am • TROUTDALE — PROTECT YOUR PET CLINIC WITH GOOD NEIGHBOR VET at MCAS. License your pet and get free rabies vaccines, plus free exam. Additional vaccines $10; microchips $25. Dogs must be on leash; cats in carriers. Details MultCoPets.org and GoodNeighborVet.com. 10-6 • PORTLAND — 10TH ANNIVERSARY/VALENTINE’S DAY PARTY at Salty’s Dog & Cat Shop. Celebrate your favorite neighborhood pet store with cupcakes for people and pets, refreshments and raffles. 10% of proceeds support local pet rescue. Details SaltysDogShop.com. 11am • REDMOND —VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION at Brightside Animal Center. Whatever your skills or interests, you can help! Space is limited; RSVP required: 541-923-0882 or volunteer@ brightsideanimals.org. Offered again Feb. 26. BrightsideAnimals.org. Noon-3pm • EUGENE — MY FURRY VALENTINE at 5th Street Public Market. Pet photos, raffles and refreshments. Details Green-Hill.org.

6-9pm • PORTLAND — 6TH ANNUAL PUGENTINE’S PARTY AND ADOPTION OUTREACH at Splendorporium. Valentine-themed fundraiser features Pug fashion show/ costume contest, kissing booth, play area, raffle, silent auction, appetizers, beverages, and adoptables. Take pennies for the “Pennies for Pugs” jars! $15/suggested donation. Proceeds benefit Pacific Pug Rescue. RSVP to PacificPugRescue.org. 7:30pm • EUGENE — MECHANICAL DANCER: REINV3NTION at The Hult Center. The Work Dance Co. presents a one of a kind show with dramatic visual effects. Tickets $21; proceeds benefit Greenhill. Details Green-Hill.org.

12 10-11am • PORTLAND — TOUR FCCO’S HQ and spay/neuter clinic. Discover how FCCO is making a difference in the lives of cats and their caregivers. RSVP/Details FeralCats.com. 7-9pm • PORTLAND — ANIMAL HOSPICE SUPPORT GROUP. Monthly support for those with aging or ailing pets and those providing hospice care. Hosted by Ute Luppertz at Shiva’s Hope House; admission by donation. RSVP/details 503-774-2986 or PetsPointofView.vpweb.com.

4:30-6pm • PORTLAND — PUPPY ROMPS! at Oregon Humane. Socializing puppies while young makes for good lifelong habits. OHS trainers on site. Soft & Sweet session: 4:30-5:15; Rough & Tumble session: 5:15-6. Details OregonHumane.org.

4-6PM • VANCOUVER — PROTECT YOUR PET CLINIC WITH GOOD NEIGHBOR VET at Humane Society of SW Washington. License your pet and get free rabies vaccines, plus free exam. Additional vaccines $10; microchips $25. Dogs must be on leash; cats in carriers. Details SouthwestHumane.org or GoodNeighborVet.com.

Noon-3pm • PORTLAND — ADOPTION DAY at Furever Pets. Meet sweet adoptables from OHS. OregonHumane.org.

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY

8am • PORTLAND — PAW TEAM VET CLINIC. Help for those on gov’t assistance or experiencing homelessness. Must be in line before 9:30am to be seen. $5/pet co-pay; no one turned away for true inability to pay. Details PAWTeam.org. 14 Spot Magazine | February/March 2015

15 3-6pm • PORTLAND — LOTERIA FOR LOVERS at The Central Hotel in St. Johns. Play loteria (Mexican bingo) and support Lovers Not Fighters PB Rescue. Fun, easy to play, and prizes to win! Food/drink available for purchase; all ages welcome. Details Lovers-Not-Fighters.org.

19 7-8pm • PORTLAND — DEAF DOGS MEETUP at Play & Chase Dog Day Care. Free training and socialization for deaf dogs and their owners. Details DeafDogsofOregon.org.

20 5pm • REDMOND — CRAFTING WITH KITTIES NIGHT at Brightside Animal Center. Join fellow crafters and furry felines to work on projects. Details 541-923-0882 or lindsey@brightsideanimals.org.

21 1-2pm • PORTLAND — PROBLEM POOCH CLASS at OHS. Great for new or soon-to-be pet parents, and those who just want to know what makes Fido tick. Free; please leave pets at home. Details OregonHumane.org.

24 7-8pm • TROUTDALE— MCAS VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION at the MCAS shelter. Learn how you can be part of the team in helping improve lives of pets and people. No need to RSVP. Details MultCoPets.org.

26 5:30pm • ALBANY— DE-SEX IN THE CITY SPAY-GHETTI DINNER AND DESSERT AUCTION at Linn County Fair & Expo Center. Annual fundraiser features catered dinner, dessert auction, and entertainment to support SafeHaven Humane’s spay/neuter program. Tickets/ details SafeHavebHumane.org.

28 8:30-12:30 • EUGENE — THERAPY DOG PREPARATION CLASS at Eugene Kennel Club. Interested in becoming a certified therapy dog team? Project Canine’s class for you and your dog will prepare you. Details/register ProjectCanine.org. 10am-11pm • PORTLAND — “GIVE A LICK” FUNDRAISER at Fifty Licks Ice Cream. Enjoy delicious ice cream and 10% of proceeds goes to CAT. Details CatAdoptionTeam.org. 6-10pm • HILLSBORO — A FURRY TAIL at Estate Sales Unlimited. Oregon Friends of Shelter Animals’ (OFOSA’s) biggest annual fundraiser features silent and live auction, dinner, entertainment, and special guest, Jack Hoffman from the hit show, Gold Rush. Details/tickets OFOSA.org.

March

3pm • PORTLAND — ANIMAL COMMUNITY TALKS at DoveLewis. Free lecture series for those who work or volunteer with animals. This month, Dr. Rosie Gilbert of Viking Veterinary Care discusses how to identify chronic pain and available tools to manage it. Details/RSVP AnimalCommunity.org.

7 2-5pm • PORTLAND — FINDING YOUR HEART – HOW ANIMALS TRANSFORM OUR LIVES at New Renaissance Bookstore. Explore the power of the human-animal bond and how to deepen your understanding and bond with your pet in a fun, educational workshop. Details PetsPointofView.vpweb.com.

8 8am • PORTLAND — PAW TEAM OUTREACH CLINIC. Help for those on gov’t assistance or experiencing homelessness. $5/pet co-pay; no one turned away for true inability to pay. Details on clinic location PAWTeam.org.

ongoing GET OUT & PLAY! PORTLAND THURSDAYS 6:05pm Tune in Thursday nights for Spot’s Good Neighbor Vet Furry FunPlanner report featuring fun and learning for pets and their peeps during the upcoming weekend/week! The Good Neighbor Vet Furry FunPlanner opens the KPSU Family Show on 98.1 FM Radio. Cascade Pet Camp HOOD RIVER YAPPY HOUR THURSDAYS 5-7:30pm CascadePetCamp.com BrightSide Animal Center REDMOND BOW WOW BINGO THURSDAYS 6:30pm at 7th Street Brewhouse

Good brew/food & bingo. BrightSideAnimals.org.

Noon-3pm • TIGARD — FIND SOME BUNNY TO LOVE at Tigard Petco. Meet adoptables and their Rabbit Advocates, who provide care & adoption resources, plus light grooming & nail trims for visiting bunnies (suggested donation). DetailsAdoptARabbit.org. 3-4:30pm • PORTLAND — MEMORIAL ART THERAPY WORKSHOP at DoveLewis. Create a memento and spend time in good company. Free; RSVP at DoveLewis.org.

8-11am • TROUTDALE — PROTECT YOUR PET CLINIC WITH GOOD NEIGHBOR VET at MCAS. License your pet and get free rabies vaccines, plus free exam at Multnomah County Animal Services. Additional vaccines $10; microchips $25. Dogs must be on leash; cats in carriers. Details MultCoPets.org and GoodNeighborVet.com.

10-6 • PORTLAND — ANIMAL COMMUNICATION SESSIONS with Ute Luppertz of Pets Point of View during the Body-Mind-Spirit Expo. Details PetsPointofView.vpweb.com.

12 10-11am • PORTLAND — TOUR FCCO’S HQ and spay/neuter clinic. Discover how FCCO is making a difference in the lives of cats and their caregivers. RSVP/Details FeralCats.com. 7-9pm • PORTLAND — ANIMAL HOSPICE SUPPORT GROUP. Monthly support group for those with aging or ailing pets and those providing hospice care. RSVP/details 503-774-2986 or PetsPointofView.vpweb.com.

13 4-6pm • VANCOUVER — PROTECT YOUR PET CLINIC WITH GOOD NEIGHBOR VET at HSSW. License your pet and get free rabies vaccines, plus free exam at the Humane Society for SW Washington. Additional vaccines $10; microchips $25. Dogs must be on leash; cats in carriers. Details GoodNeighborVet.com.

Save The Pets EUGENE ADOPTION OUTREACH SUNDAYS 11-3 PetSmart, 2847 Chad Dr. Animal Aid PORTLAND SHOW & TELL SATURDAYS Noon-4 AnimalAidPdx.org Oregon Humane Society PORTLAND TRAINING CLASSES Various classes all month long. OregonHumane.org THE PONGO FUND PET FOOD BANK PORTLAND 2/8, 2/22, 3/8, 3/22 Noon For anyone who needs help feeding their pet(s). Call 503-939-7555 for important details before arriving, ThePongoFund.org PORTLAND PEE WEE PLAYNIGHT TUESDAYS 6-8pm StayPetHotel.com.

15 7:30am • PORTLAND — PIXIE GREEN SHAMROCK RUN at Waterfront Park. Join the Pixie Project during the annual run and raise money for furry friends. Details PixieProject.org.

19 7-8pm • PORTLAND — DEAF DOGS MEETUP at Play & Chase Dog Day Care. Free training and socialization for deaf dogs and their owners. Details DeafDogsofOregon.org.

20 10-6pm • ALBANY — NW HORSE FAIR & EXPO at Linn County Expo Center. Equine entertainment and education for horse owners and lovers. The weekend wraps with X-Treme AirDog Winter Series Tour, dock dog diving, and a huge trade show. Continues Sat & Sun., 9-6. Details EquinePromotions.net or 765-655-2107.

DoveLewis PORTLAND PET LOSS SUPPORT GROUP THURS. 2/5, 3/5 Noon THURS. 2/12, 3/12 9am MON. 2/16, 3/16 7pm THURS. 2/19, 3/19 7pm Free. Take a photo to share. DoveLewis.org. Marion County Dog Shelter SALEM ADOPTION OUTREACH SATURDAYS 11-4 2/7, 3/7

24 5-9pm • PORTLAND — DINE FOR DOGS at Salvador Molly’s Hillsdale location. Enjoy food from around the world and support local youth and pooches. 20% of sales support Project POOCH. Details Pooch.org. 7-8pm • TROUTDALE— MCAS VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION at the MCAS shelter. Learn how you can be part of the team in helping improve lives of pets and people. No need to RSVP. Details MultCoPets.org.

28 5pm • VANCOUVER — 2015 ANNUAL AUCTION, AN EMERALD AFFAIR at Heathman Lodge. Enjoy an evening that reaffirms ‘There’s No Place Like Home” for homeless pets. Dinner, drinks, and great items on the auction block support Must Love Dogs NW. Tickets/details MustLoveDogsNW.org.

CIRCLE THE DATES April 18-19 – NW Pet Fair. West Columbia Gorge Humane has partnered with Spot in presenting a new chapter in this beloved event’s history. Details NWPetFair.com. April 25 – Fences for Fido Walking on Sunshine 2015 Gala. Details FencesForFido.org. GOOD NEIGHBOR VET CLINIC MULTIPLE LOCATIONS GoodNeighborVet.com. FIND YOUR NEW BEST feline FRIEND WEEKENDS Noon-4 At PetSmart stores in Clackamas, Hillsboro Tanasbourne, Tualatin and Washington Square and Petco in Tualatin. CatAdoptionTeam.org.

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