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How positive reinforcement transforms lives. Runchy little newsbits to chew on • Parasites thrive during warm months • Pdx is raining cats and . . . more cats • Cats on stage like you’ve never seen • (long!) hike with heart • Pet comfort a growing priority in remodeling

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Soak up the smiles courtesy of our 2015 Willamette Valley Cover Model Contenders! Winner Maggie appears on the Cover. Get to know her pg 4 and 27.

Dogs in

Hot Cars — and Their Rescuers — Get a Break

Michele Coppola reports on changing laws and attituides.

12 Keeping the 4th Safe and Sane The 4th of July is tough on many pets. In fact, shelters see the most new arrivals on the 4th and following days. Here’s help for keeping things calm and safe, and what to do in the event you lose a pet.

27 Meet Maggie Young and healthy but for a being little underweight and suffering from separation anxiety, joining Patrick and Renee’s family helped Maggie blossom into a joyful girl who never fails to attract fans — which suits her just fine.

23 Let the Games begin! Who can resist contests of athleticism, endurance and skill, showing what discipline, practice and commitment can achieve. Witness this and more at the July Games in Woodburn, when Bassets compete fiercely for Best Napper, Trickster, Howler . . . even Limbo Artist.

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Cover Model 411 NAME: Maggie AGE/BREED: Approximately 5. STOMPING GROUNDS: Maggie has many favorite places — Eugene’s South Hills, Mount Pisgah, and the Amazon Trail near the U of O. Also, Friendly Street Restaurant is a fav among several petfriendly restaurants she loves.

PACK: Patrick and Renee, Rochelle (Renee’s sister) who travels from Windsor, Ontario to visit and stay with Maggie when Patrick and Renee travel. Mark at Friendly Street Restaurant, who treats her to roast beef and turkey.

LOVES: Car rides (especially to restaurants). She loves to be adored and the center attention, and savors naps with her people.

SPECIAL NOTES: Maggie takes long naps lying upside-down and snoring. Seemingly lacking a sleep meter, Maggie breaks to go potty, then quickly resumes napping. Her neighborhood walk is called the “Maggie Mile,” because at the one-mile mark she’s ready for a nap.

Summer Blasts … and other warm weather worries

’ve had pets most of my life, but it wasn’t until Lula and Roxy arrived that I came to understand just how miserable the 4th can be for some. The first year I was unprepared to offer anything more than soothing words and pets, and a quiet room where they could burrow under blankets for a sense of peace and safety. The evening dragged for these two very unhappy campers. The following year we tried meds. Our vet prescribed valium (yep, the same drug humans use), and while Roxy spent the evening in relative comfort, Lula FUHREAKED! In fact she was still pinballing the following morning — bouncing off of cupboards, walls and my legs, and getting after anyone who crossed her path like an angry little (15-lb) bull. Trying alternate meds the following year proved effective. Since then, they are served a late afternoon 4th of July “cocktail” (we kind of tiptoe through walks the preceding early evenings, as small celebrations begin), snuggle in, and ride it out. Not an eventful holiday, but much preferred to the alternative. Take a look at the tips for 4th of July safety and sanity page 12. From our family to yours, we wish you a fun and comfortable holiday. Perhaps even more pressing this time of year, and certainly more enduring, is the risk to pets in parked cars. Every year we see pets and children harmed and killed. If we could only educate everyone just how fast a vehicle becomes a lethal oven, we might see an end to these avoidable tragedies. Thankfully, things are beginning to change. What began with color-changing cards that signaled dangerous temperatures has progressed to include social and broadcast media campaigns and, best of all, new laws dealing with those who respond to, and those responsible for, pets suffering in hot cars. Read all about it starting page 6. One last seasonal word of caution. Warm months bring toxic algae blooms, which are not always readily apparent. If you’ll be heading near water, please search “harmful algae blooms oregon” for alerts and information to help protect your water lover — even s/he’s just a fan of puddles. Might sound silly, but the threat is truly that grave. This summer, please take good care of you and yours, and let’s make it one to remember — for all the right reasons! Yours in everything pet,

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Dogs in Hot

— Cars

Attitudes & laws are changing Michele Coppola • Spot Magazine

you’ve never felt the one-two punch of heat and humidity in the south, it knocks you out — even in short sleeves. 75 degrees feels like 85, and any space without ventilation becomes an oven — fast. That’s why Desert Storm veteran Michael Hammons broke the window of a parked car in the lot of a south Georgia shopping mall one hot May morning when he saw a small Terrier mix panting frantically inside. The dog’s owner did not appreciate his intervention. She insisted the police file charges, and Hammons was arrested. Though the charges were later dropped, the incident sparked a conversation about the need for “dogs in hot cars” laws to protect people who try to help them. Georgia currently only sheilds citizens who break into cars to free people in distress — but that state’s southern neighbor recently went further.

Hot state, cool law In March of this year, Florida signed into law House Bill 131, which grants private individuals immunity from civil liability for damage incurred in the course of rescuing unattended people or animals in distress. Florida became one of only three states with such a law; Wisconsin passed its version in November 2015, and Tennessee has amended a similar statute to include domestic animals. “This bill flew through,” says Kate McFall, Florida State Director of the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). “It was a good common-sense bill that addressed both vulnerable people and animals, and kudos to the sponsors — they did a great job.”

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Indeed, including humans in the bill was key to its passage, according to McFall. “If this had just been an animal bill, it may have had a bit more opposition here in Florida, because of the very conservative legislature,” she says. While the Florida law does protect good samaritans from civil liability, certain steps are required before breaking a car window: in addition to believing an animal or person is “in imminent danger of suffering harm,” they must also make sure the vehicle is locked, call 911, make reasonable effort to find the owner, and use no more force than necessary to enter the vehicle. Though it may seem inconceivable that just three states have laws protecting so-called “hot car heroes,” consider that only 20 states have statutes specifically prohibiting leaving a companion animal in a parked car under certain conditions. What makes the Florida, Wisconsin, and Tennessee laws different is that they specifically protect non-law enforcement individuals who damage property in an attempt to help a distressed animal.

It’s getting hot in here He’s looking at you, his whole back end wagging. He sees the keys in your hand and knows you’re going somewhere. “C’mon boy,” you say, and he bounds happily to the car with you, jumps in, ready to go. It’s a sunny day, only about 70 degrees. It feels good on your bare skin. You stop at the store. You’ll just be a minute, so you crack the car windows and head inside. 20 minutes later, your dog — the one wearing a fur coat who has no sweat glands except on his feet — is panting heavily and drooling. The temp in the car is now near 90.

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A half hour has passed, and your vehicle’s interior has now reached 105 degrees. Your dog is starting to panic: pacing, whining, clawing at the doors to get out. Trying to breathe through that barely-open window. If your dog is lucky, someone has noticed his distress and called 911. “Yes, we as an agency have started taking those calls,” says Randall Brown, Chief Field Supervisor for Multnomah County Animal Services (MCAS). “We’re coming into that time of year and it’s a pretty big topic. We’ve already pulled one hot dog out of a car, and we’ve had quite a few calls that have come in.” In fact, by the end of the area’s relatively mild summer, Brown expects his officers and local law enforcement will have responded to more than 300 calls about dogs overheating in parked cars.

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“Here you do have to watch out for sunny days,” cautions Brown. “People say, ‘I’m gonna take my dog and run to the grocery store.’ But your car is an oven, and the animals are panting in the car so they’re breathing out hot air, which raises the temperature as well. It’s very dangerous.” Both animal control officers and police respond to dog in hot car calls, depending upon location. Either way it’s important the caller stay on site to monitor the animal. “Don’t leave,” says Brown. “That’s another big problem. We get there and the caller is gone, because they don’t want to chance [a confrontation] if the owner comes out. And that makes the animal really difficult to find, especially in a big parking lot.”

Hot under the collar Not surprisingly, most owners are defensive when confronted about leaving their dog in the car. However, Brown says if the pet is not in acute distress when officers arrive, they can take the heat off the animal and the situation. “Typically, if the animal doesn’t die, it’s going to beAnimal Abuse in the Second Degree, a Class B Misdemeanor in Oregon,” he explains. “But most of time if we’re able to get the animal out of the car and cooled off, we can do some owner education. Some people just don’t realize how quickly a car heats up.” Getting an overheated dog out of a locked vehicle has also recently become easier for Oregon and Washington’s animal control officers, thanks to new laws passed in both states. “As of January, [Oregon] Senate Bill 614 was signed, allowing us to breach a window if an animal is in distress,” says Brown. “Prior to that, we had to call in law enforcement to pop the window.” Washington’s recently passed bill has a similar provision. Still, neither state has a law or proposed bill to protect private citizens from arrest or liability if they bust a window to free a pet from a hot car. But the most important action people can take to save a pet from vehicular heat stroke doesn’t involve damaging property at all: turn on Animal Planet, and leave your dog at home.

Michele Coppola is a veteran Portland radio personality, copywriter and freelance writer who shares couch space with her dogs Ginny and Bailey, Roxy the a cat, as well as Bryon, the stray man she married eight years ago.

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R unchy little newsbits to chew on

Parasites thrive during warm months

The Oregon Veterinary Medical Association says parasite activity can increase this time of year, so it's important to know the symptoms of infection in pets. Parasites are worms that can live in your pet’s body, potentially affecting its ability to absorb nutrients, damaging the intestinal tract, or causing serious illness. "Prevention and treatment through parasite control, also known as deworming, is important in safeguarding not only pets, but all members of family, as some parasites can make humans sick, too," says Dr. Jean Hall, professor at OSU College of Veterinary Medicine and OVMA President. Symptoms can include appetite changes, coughing, diarrhea, weight loss, and a rough or dry coat. Symptoms don’t always show, though, so regular veterinary exams and annual fecal checks for parasites are recommended. Common parasites affecting pets include tapeworms, hookworms, whipworms, heartworms and roundworms. Preventive steps include promptly picking up/disposing of pet waste, keeping pets away from other pets’ waste, and washing hands after playing with a pet or handling pet waste. Hall says, "Regular veterinary exams are key to keeping your pet and your family safe from parasites." Learn more at oregonvma.org/care-health/pets-parasites

Pdx is raining cats and . . . more cats Long celebrated as one of the dog-lovingest cities in the nation, Portland might soon lead the rankings for being feline-friendly as well. Businesses such as Cats in the City have been joined by Mittens Motel, Meow Haus, Purrington’s Café, Pounce Play and Stay in March, and a second location for Cats in the City in April. Touted as a "deluxe cat hotel," guests at Pounce Play and Stay, located at 2808 NE MLK Blvd, enjoy a rotating schedule of play time, brushing, and snuggles, and custom mini-condos outfitted with toys, heated beds, custom scratching structures and music and videos designed for cats’ comfort and entertainment. Pounce also offers in-home care and dog walking in NE and NW Portland. Learn more in a future issue of Spot, and at pounceplayandstay.com.

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Cats in the City, which originally opened in 2007 in Sellwood, is celebrating a second location at 415 NE 80th Ave in Portland. The newest space boasts a catio, a 125-gallon aquarium, and a grand staircase converted into a 2-story playhouse (“The Mountaineer Room”) featuring windows, landings and steps, and plumbed fountains to please a kitty’s love of drinking from faucets. The 4,000 square-foot resort offers 22 furnished guest rooms with private beds, windows, cubbies, towers, stairs, perches, and medical-grade floors and air scrubbers. Services include play and cuddle time, and calming music and television. Learn more at catsinthecity.com.

(long!) hike with heart What’s an active, Beagle-loving dog mom to do with her summer? Lisa Goyne will be hiking 450 miles along Oregon’s Pacific Crest Trail, supporting Portlandbased Cascade Beagle Rescue along the way. Lisa’s trek will begin at the California/Oregon border July 28, with the goal of reaching Washington five weeks later and raising $20,000 for CBR. A long-distance hike has been a dream of Lisa’s for a long time. Drawing on inspiration from friends, family, and her own rescued Beagle, Emmy, she decided to go for it this summer. “Cascade Beagle Rescue is excited to be a part of this unique fundraiser, and we look forward to increasing the number of Beagles we can rescue, rehabilitate and rehome,” says CBR President, Amy Freeman. Since forming in 2005, nonprofit CBR has helped more than 600 dogs find their forever homes. Visit beaglenoses.com to learn more or to donate.

Cats on stage like you’ve never seen Samantha Martin’s heart belongs to cats. In 2009, she created AcroCats, a show combining entertainment and education that shows how — just as with dogs — training enhances the feline/human bond. All tricks are performed by shelter cats, ranging from kittens to seniors. Tuna, the star of the show, is 13. Martin works with rescue groups across the country, and has found homes for over 150 cats to date. Acro-Cats is showing at the Aladdin Theater in Portland June 25-26. Participating as stage hands and assistants will be volunteers from House of Dreams no-kill cat shelter and Furry Friends Washington, and a portion of ticket sales will go to those groups. For details and ticket info, visit CircusCats.com.

Pet comfort a growing priority in remodeling More Americans have pets now than at any other time in history. For home builders and remodelers, pet ownership has created a fast-growing market for creative use of space to accommodate the special needs of animals. Kayla Van Lydegraf, vice president of Dale’s Remodeling of Salem, says the company is getting increasing requests to make homes both more pet-proof and pet-friendly. She says most requests fall into these five categories:

1. Place to hide the litter box. Clever ways to provide easy access while keeping the box discreetly out of view. A closet door with a cat-sized entry, an under-the-stairwell cat closet, or a cabinet between a washer and dryer are easy, popular options. 2. Feeding nook. A built-in height-appropriate stand within a cabinet area or under a kitchen island keeps bowls securely in place. 3. Adding a mudroom. Not only ideal for wiping muddy paws and drying rain-soaked fur, it's great for storing leashes, toys and balls, pet crates, towels, walking shoes and raincoats. Cabinets can accommodate food storage, and dedicated space holds food and water bowls. Flooring withstands rough use, and is easily cleaned/maintained. Dream feature: a paw-washing station with hose and drain. 4. Lower window placement and window seat. Dogs and cats love window watching! A room with the window lowered, with a durable window seat and stain-resistant cover, is a sure favorite. A window seat can also disguise a litter box. 5. Pet door. Fenced yard required for dogs, but cats have needs of their own, such as penned patios with places to climb, scratch and explore. A designer can help determine what size and type of pet door is best for your home and pet. Dale’s Remodeling has created online collections of pet-friendly remodeling projects to help generate ideas. See “For the Pets” Houzz Ideaboard and Pinterest Board at dalesremodeling.com.

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Tips for Safety and Sanity on the TH OF

Jo Becker • Spot Magazine

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razy things can happen around Independence Day, and stories of lost pets on the 4th are legion. Typically it's tales of dogs or cats who busted out of fenced yards or window screens, or even chewed through doors or crates in a manic attempt to escape the cacophony of terrifying noise. My most memorable experience was a little different.

Many summer escape artists aren’t so lucky. According to PetFinder.com, more pets are lost on the 4th than any other day of the year, making July 5th one of the busiest days for shelters nationwide. A little prep can go a long way in ensuring 4th festivities are safe, fun, and sane for everyone in the family.

Early July 2013, I heard strange sounds in the middle of the night. I awoke the next day to find my car scratched and my utility trailer toppled. When it happened again the next night I went to investigate and ran smack into a Jersey bull in my driveway. While I do live in a rural area, I was not aware of a local resident bull. Turned out this 1500-pound neighbor had been wandering the neighborhood for days. He’d even made the news and some believed that 4th of July fireworks had spooked him, causing him to charge through his enclosure. This tale had a happy ending — neighbors and I were able to safely corral him, and the animal was reunited with his family.

“My number-one tip this time of year is to be considerate and collaborate with neighbors,” says Amy Linder, Deputy Fire Marshal in Eugene.. If you’re hosting festivities, she says, “Have the courtesy to have a respectful conversation and let them know your plans and timeframe so they can plan accordingly to pre-medicate or go elsewhere.” Of course, if you’re not having a party, your neighbors might be, so again, engage in conversation so that you, too, can plan.

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Talk to your vet about tranquilizers. Not all meds affect every pet the same way — Valium works great for some, for example, but causes anxiety in others. If possible, try meds ahead for the best chance at finding something that works for your lovebug.

 Thundershirts work wonders for some. These “jackets” apply gentle pressure to calm anxiety, fear, and overexcitement. 

Natural remedies — also worth discussing with your vet, or neighborhood pet supply, who are often very knowledgeable. Rescue Remedy is among the most popular treatments; its five flower essences soothe panic, impatience, shock, and anxiety.

 Tellington Touch – or TTouch therapy – is also known to alleviate anxiety.

 Check the perimeter  Make sure to secure: rooms, windows, doors, fences and gates. Signs on same can help by reminding you and guests to be vigilant about keeping pets safely inside.

Of course festivities often begin before the 4th – with parties leading up to the holiday, including fireworks and noisemakers.

 Exercise your pet early in the day when it’s cooler and fireworks should be minimal or not yet going, and to encourage restful sleep during the festivities.  Keep pets indoors, ideally in an interior, escape-proof room. If crate trained, a blanket-covered crate can provide a cozy nest within the safe room.  Give them something to do. Jenn Fiendish, Vet Tech and Specialist in Behavior with Animal Behavior Clinic in Portland says this can help during festivities. “Provide favorite toys, feeder toys filled with a meal, etc.” 

Minimize stimuli by blocking sights and sounds. Draw the drapes/ shades, run a fan, and/or play soft, soothing music or white noise. Fiendish says keep in mind, some radio and TV stations broadcast programs or ads featuring booming, patriotic sounds throughout the day.

 Get them in uniform  Make sure your pet has ID, a current microchip, tattoo, etc.  Write or stitch your number inside your pet’s collar or clothing.

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Clean up HOLIDAY HAZARDS  When the party’s over Check your home and yard for debris before letting your pet out, including:  sparklers and fireworks  matches, charcoal, lighter fluid  kabob skewers  citronella candles, tiki torches  alcohol and foods (keep pet-specific treats on hand for those who want to pamperyour pet)

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 sunscreen, insect repellent, and toys not designed specifically for pets

Create a flyer. Search “Lost Pet Flyer” online for easy, printable templates, and be sure to include multiple, current photos of your pet from different angles, showing any identifying marks. A shot with you can demonstrate ownership if needed. Distribute flyers in your area and through social media.

Plan Ahead

If your otherwise carefree critter suffers from severe pet noise phobia, Fiendish suggests planning ahead for next year. She says counterconditioning and desensitization programs can be successful, but often take months. Still, she says, it can be worth it. “I’ve seen dogs that ripped skin off their legs in mindless terror on the 4th who, with desensitization conditioning, came to respond to the first fireworks of the year by wagging their tails knowing all was well and a yummy treat was coming.”

A pet mom and surrogate livestock handler for neighbors, Jo Becker is passionate about disaster planning for the entire family, including our nonhuman friends. Learn more about Jo at JoBecker.weebly.com/animals-in-disasters.html

When I was 10, two lumps showed up on my legs overnight! I was diagnosed with lymphoma, which could be treated, but not cured. My mom said it wasn’t my time yet, and we went to Cascade Veterinary Referral Center. I love everyone there! They treated me with steroids and chemotherapy, and best of all, lots of pets and love. In time, I really got better! This is me on graduation day  We do follow-ups, too, so I still get to see my friends.

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Willamette Valley Cover Models Pets and their people entered Spotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cover Model Search at events all last Spring and Summer. Winner, Maggie, graces this monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cover. All the other beauties who entered are featured here.

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Bailey

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Contessa & Maxine

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Brooklyn

Dahlia

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Cletus & Sophie

Max

Mia

Onyx

Mukki

Oliva

Oscar

Quorra

Princess Heidi

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Roxy Missy & Bear Roxy Music

Sassy

Scooter

Sandy

Stella

Smiggy

Teenie

Sorsha

Treighter

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Izzy & Mo Ruby

Sadie

Scupper

Shiloh

Selah

Thumper

Wicket

Let the Games Begin! The Skill. The Commitment.

Tonya

Zoey

The Hilarity.

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Kristan Dael • Spot Magazine

Bobbie the Wonder Dog

Written by Tricia Brown, illustrated by Cary Porter

he story of Bobbie, who hailed from Silverton, Oregon in the ‘20s, has been told and retold countless times. In family homes, newspapers, books and more. While the story is true, it only feels right to begin: Once upon a time . . . There was a puppy named Bobbie, who at six weeks of age was selected by Frank and Elizabeth Brazier of Silverton to become part of their family and working farm. The Scotch Collie with the bobbed tail (hence his name), was a natural “heeler,” herding cows, horses, and even cats and people. In his first months of life he was “hurt on the job”— first by a horse who didn’t appreciate Bobbie’s efforts, and then by a tractor, which accidentally ran over his leg. As was his nature, he healed quickly and returned to work straightaway. In time the family decided to sell the farm and open a restaurant in town. They sold Bobbie to the new owners, thinking Bobbie would be happiest remaining on the farm. They learned differently though, when Bobbie showed up at the restaurant soon after. At first agreeing to an arrangement where Bobbie spent weekdays and the farm and weekends in town, Bobbie soon made it known that he preferred his original family. They bought him back — for three times what they’d sold him for. In August 1923, the family embarked on a cross-country vacation to visit family. Not wanting to reveal all here, suffice it to say that while Frank refueled in

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Indiana, Bobbie was chased by a pack of wild dogs. The family looked and lingered, placed an ad in the paper, but eventually had to return home without their beloved pet. The family was heartbroken, but picked their lives, as people must. Then, on February 15, exactly six months after becoming lost, Bobbie limped into downtown Silverton, to the shock, amazement and immeasurable joy of his family. The story spread, in town, throughout Oregon, and finally across the country. Letters to the family arrived, piecing together Bobbie’s incredible journey. Letter writers talked of trying to keep him, many saying he would accept a meal or a night’s stay, but would always move on. The recurring line in this sweetly written and illustrated book will always ring true: Bobbie was unstoppable. Bobbie the Wonder Dog — recommended for readers 4-8 years but a joy for readers of any age — is available wherever books are sold (Alaska Northwest Books, Graphic Arts Books, Westwinds Press). The book launched at the annual Silverton Oregon “Bobbie” Pet Parade in May.

Kristan Dael is a freelance writer and the alter ego of Jennifer Mccammon. She lives in Portland with her 4-pack, and strives to produce articles that inform, edify, engage and entertain.

Let the

Photo by Norm Leveille

Games Begin! A

thletic games are among our favorite pastimes. Even people who don’t keenly follow a sport often get swept into the excitement of competition at its best — the NBA playoffs, the World Series, the World Cup, the Super Bowl, and perhaps most compelling of all: The Olympic Games. Who can resist cheering the power and drama of lifelong athletes vying for the ultimate prize: being named the best. Not us! If that's you, too, get ready for excitement the third Sunday in July, when athletes from everywhere converge to show their skills and compete for top

prizes in … Best Howler, Marathon Napper, Best Trick, Limbo Dog (most are great at it until they start wagging those tails), and more. The annual Basset Hound Games are happening July 17 at Legion Park in Woodburn. Registration is 8:30-10am; the games begin at 10:30.

Photo by Norm Leveille

Whether you take your Basset to compete or attend simply to witness the excitement, the Basset Games are fun, hilarious, and memorable. Participation is $15/first hound, $10/each additional dog, covering all events, all day. Food and drinks available on site. The day also includes a Parade of Rescues. The Basset Games are presented by Oregon Basset Hound Rescue, a nonprofit dedicated to finding homes for Basset Hounds who have been abandoned, dropped off at shelters, or are otherwise homeless. Bassets available for adoption live with foster families while awaiting their forever home. Learn more at oregonbassethoundrescue.com or  Oregon Basset Hound Games.

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Megan Mahan • Spot Magazine

Spotlight on…

The Bernese Mountain Dog Breed Overview

The Berner has a happy expression, expressive eyes and pendant ears. He is slightly longer than he is tall, and is a sturdy, well-built dog with a deep chest. The coat is long and silky with a bushy tail, and like the other Swiss breeds, they are tricolored: black, rust and white. They have a beautiful coat and striking appearance.

Size:

Personality

Large, 75-120 lbs.

Grooming needs: Heavy shedder; regular brushing required.

Exercise needs: Medium energy.

Environment:

Inside with family. Regular outdoor exercise. Climate controlled against high heat.

Temperament:

Calm, good natured.

Life Expectancy:

Appearance

7 years.

Interesting Fact The Bernese Mountain Dog is one of the four varieties of Swiss Mountain Dog. Out of the four, the “Berner” is the only breed with a long, silky coat. The BMD thrives in cold weather, and is a working dog. The breed worked in Switzerland as a watchful farm dog and farmer’s companion. Unlike some working dogs, they were not built for herding large range cattle or other livestock. They may have been used to pull carts.

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This is an intelligent, strong, affectionate dog. Today Berners participate in a variety of activities such as obedience, carting, agility and therapy work. This versatile breed makes a great family dog as long as they are given adequate exercise. The Bernese Mountain Dog has a steady temperament and loves to be a part of the family/household. They tend to be calm and patient, and do well with other pets. Like other breeds, if not well socialized as puppies, they may be shy with strangers. This large breed may consider themselves lap dogs, and are very loving with their people. Due to their background, Berners are also watchful and alert.

Best Match Couch potatoes need not apply: the Bernese Mountain Dog loves to romp in the snow, walk in the fields, and engage in daily physical activity. Double-coated, Berners tend to shed considerably, especially during spring and fall, and require frequent brushing. When the undercoat is shed, the long, outer guard coat keeps the dog cool. If you’re not a fan of dog hair in the home, this may not be a match for you. This versatile breed is a great fit for many types of pet parents, as long as they get the attention and exercise they need.

Featured Adoptable: HIPPIE Hippie is a senior Bernese Mountain Dog / Hound mix who is blind. He is a sweet, friendly, easygoing boy as soon as he can identify you by scent and sound. He likes walks, and just need a little help steering around things he might bump into. He’s a favorite at the shelter. To meet Hippie, contact Clatsop County Animal Control at 503-861-7387, 1315 SE 19th St in Warrenton, OR, or email lindadygert@gmail.com.

Megan Mahan lives in Eugene with her boyfriend Jacob, their adopted Lab Maddie, many saltwater fish and two miniature Silver Appleyard Ducks, Louie and Olive.

BEHAVIOR

Down Dog, Up Dog

How positive reinforcement transforms lives Jennifer Biglan • Spot Magazine

Great books on positive training

era and I have seen the transformation that takes place when dogs are trained using positive reinforcement so often, we’ve given it a name: “down dog, up dog.” Dogs that come to us “down” are shut down, scared, or uncertain. Then, after being introduced to positive training, they become “up dogs” — more relaxed, joyful, playful, outgoing dogs who enjoy learning and being with their pet parents.

The Power of Positive Dog Training by Pat Miller Positive training tools to share a lifetime of fun, companionship, and respect with your dog. Plus: information on the importance of observing, understanding, and reacting appropriately to your dog's body language; instruction on how to phase out the use of a clicker or treats to introduce more advanced training concepts; a diary to track progress; suggestions for treats your dog will respond to; and a glossary of training terms.

What’s the difference between positive reinforcement and punishment? Reinforcement strengthens or increases behaviors. Anything you want your dog to do more of, you should reinforce. If your dog comes to you, praise, pet, let him or her go play again, give a treat. If s/he likes those things s/he will come to you more often. Punishment weakens or decreases behaviors. Your dog barks, you bop her on the nose, squirt him with a squirt bottle, or drop a shaker can full of pennies. If the timing was right, s/he may bark less. A potential side effect of punishment is that unless your timing is impeccable, you can accidentally punish the wrong behavior, or worse, create other problems.

Which is better for me? We at Training Spot are committed to using the most effective and modern training methods with dogs (and their humans). We love and use positive reinforcement. It is more fun for both you and your dog, strengthens your relationship, builds trust and mutual respect, is easy for the whole family to participate in (including kids), teaches your dog what you DO want them to do, and is scientifically proven to be more effective than using punishment.

Plenty in Life is Free by Kathy Sdao In this new book, renowned dog trainer Kathy Sdao reveals how her life journey and her decades of experience training marine mammals and dogs led her to reject a number of sacred cows including the leadership model of dog training. She describes her own training philosophy, emphasizing developing partnerships in which humans and dogs exchange reinforcements and continually cede the upper hand to one another.

Jennifer Biglan, owner of Training Spot in Eugene, OR, is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner in Eugene, OR. She knew she wanted to work with animals at a young age. After graduating from the U of O and volunteering at a dog shelter, she found her calling. Jennifer is well known through the community, and by many area veterinarians for her work in solving behavior problems, and she has extensive knowledge and background training dogs. Learn more about Training Spot at trainingspot.us or e-mail info@trainingspot.us.

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Lovebugs in need of forever loving homes. Jack Black

Iris

Hi! I’m Jack Black and I’ve been in the shelter system since February. I know I'm a bit older and have some aches and pains, but I'm a handsome guy who is more than ready for my new family! I've got a little arthritis, so I hope if there’s kids they're 10 or older. I love walks, and am on a special diet to keep my allergies down. I know I might sound like more work than some dogs, but I'm SO worth it! I am around 11 and weigh a hefty 87 pounds. I can’t wait to meet you — I could be the dog of your heart! Please come see me at Multnomah County Animal Services, or learn more at multcopets.org.

Angelica With the face of an angel, Angelica has the love to go with it. In fact, she loves her people so much that she gets pretty anxious when they aren’t around. She needs a home where she can be with someone who appreciates the intelligent, playful dog she is. She’ll do great with kids 12 and older, and would enjoy a home with a canine friend. She’s spunky, playful, and smart – what’s not to love? Meet Angelica at 1st Avenue Shelter in Eugene, or learn more at green-hill.org.

Audrey and Midas Big eyes, big heart, and a sweet personality, that's me, Audrey! I’m a cat who has it all! I have short Tabby fur, and Midas has a real lion's mane! We are a bonded pair, looking for a home together. We're waiting for the purr-fect family who will be gentle and patient with us as we come out of our shell. We came from a home with way too many kitties, so we're looking for some wonderful humans who will love us both. My best friend Midas and I cuddle all day and would love to include you! Visit us at Animal Aid or learn more at animalaidpdx.org.

Taylor

This tiny bundle of power is McGruff, a 6-year-old, 10-lb Min Pin. His tail was docked very short, so he wags his whole backside! Shy at first, once he warms up he is in heaven! Either in your lap or dancing, as he loves to do on his hind feet. He’s huge on treats so will learn quickly for them. Min Pins are loyal, spirited, and alert. Meet this special boy at Clackamas County Dog Services or call 503-655-8628 to learn more.

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Beverly Hi I’m Beverly, a quiet, independent girl seeking a nice home where I can finally relax again. I’m learning to trust people after living most of my life on my own. I don’t mind other kitties, but shelter life is tough — I can’t wait to find my cat-savvy people who will give me time to come out of my shell. Thanks to special grant funding, my adoption fee is free! Check out my video at: https://youtu.be/TRdsIkBOYiU, and learn more at catadoptionteam.org or 503-925-8903.

Kingston

Found as a stray kitten by a good samaritan, Taylor is a little shy at first, but she warms up and is oh-so-sweet! She loves other cats and makes friends easily, so she’ll fit right in with another cat or two. She is gentle and affectionate with people too — it just takes her a bit to get to know you. Learn more about Taylor at catadoptionteam.org or call 503-925-8903.

McGruff

Hi! I'm Iris, a refined lady who loves to show affection with a head-butt and purrs. I 'm a people cat, and prefer to be your one and only! My special trick is shoulder-surfing, and I may just jump up on your shoulder and give you a kiss if you come visit me. I love to play, but I’ve got a quiet, cuddly side too. Visit me at Animal Aid or see the website for more information, animalaidpdx.org

Walter Tiny, sleek and handsome – that’s Walter. A 2-year-old Chihuahua mix, he can be shy at first. But meet in a "meet 'n greet" room and discover his true cuddle-bug personality! An adult-only home will be best, and time to warm up. This boy will fit right in your lap and in your heart! He is at Clackamas County Dog Services, clackamas.us/dogs/ or 503-655-8628.

Hey Hey! I’m Kingston, a 5-year-old Lab mix looking to be someone’s only dog. I was found as a stray, and my family never came for me. That’s okay . . . I just can’t wait to meet my new family! I’m small at 55 lbs, and love people! I’m crate trained, love long walks, and would love a family with kids 5 and older. Please come meet me, and let’s start our adventures of a lifetime together! I’m with Oregon Dog Rescue, 503-612-0111 or oregondogrescue.org.

Daisy Hi there! I’m a pretty, 9-yearsyoung, spunky girl. My previous owners fell on hard times, so I am in foster care with the Delicious Mickey Grrrl Rescue. You’ll love my velvet coat and green eyes, and my affectionate nature even more! I’m playful and cuddly! I love laptime, and purr up a storm. I am confident, smart, and easygoing, and I will shower you with love and and endless gratitude! My foster mom says I am the sweetest girl, will be the best friend of the lucky one who adopts me. I need to be an only cat, but I don’t mind a mellow dog. I do have a controlled thyroid condition, for which I easily take a daily pill, and I come with a veterinary wellness plan. Please come meet me! Email DeeDee at hatbox@comcast.net or call 503-516-4604.

FEATURED

Meet Cover Model

Maggie

Patrick and Renee of Eugene had always had large dogs — Golden Retrievers, in fact — except for a three-year hiatus while providing elder care for family. When they began looking again, a coworker, Victoria, was volunteering at the Saint Bernard Rescue Foundation, so they took a look. “We saw a couple we liked, and then chose one, but someone had already gotten him,” says Patrick. “After a couple of false starts, Renee found one and said ‘This is the one.’ I wasn’t quite ready … the dog was in Medford … we had an older car … and I wanted to wait a couple months.” They drove to Medford the following day to meet Maggie. “We’ve been in love ever since,” Patrick affirms in his mild Irish brogue. Renee laughs. “We’ve always had male dogs; she’s our first female, and she is such a Daddy’s girl!” She says Patrick has Maggie speaking three languages: English, Spanish and German. “When we leave, he tells her, ‘Dog watch the house’ in German, and she knows what to do. In Spanish, we say, ‘Dog go for a ride in the car’ [here Renee explains she can’t say the actual phrases because “Maggie’s right here”]. While thought to be about 2 when they got her in January 2012, Patrick suspected Maggie was younger. “She had puppy poop, sharp little teeth, and bright pink gums,” he says. The vet agreed, saying she was likely just 9-12 months.

Maggie had been passed around amongst family members and was a little underweight, but was otherwise in good shape. “She knew basic commands, and other than separation anxiety, she was great,” Patrick says. He believes that a road trip during her first year with them helped a lot. They traveled to Chicago and Wisconsin, where Maggie met family members from several states, Ireland and Canada. They took the northern route home to visit friends in Coeur d’Alene. Staying in hotels most of the time, Patrick believes every time they stopped and continued on as a pack it helped Maggie understand a little more that they always would. From the beginning, Patrick says, “She’s been wonderful with kids and older people. Once when I was between jobs we would visit an assisted living residence. She has this way of kissing . . . she moves her face closer and closer, and then boom! Big kiss! Her tongue is like a foot long,” he laughs. When planning trips to Europe, the couple’s only worry about Maggie’s care is who stays with her: Mark, who cooks at the Friendly Street Restaurant (making her favorite roast beef or turkey that’s not part of her vegetarian parents’ repertoire), or Renee’s sister, Rochelle in Windsor, Ontario, who loves to stay with her. “They get their dog fix without owning a dog,” Patrick laughs. Everyone loves her, it seems. In fact, the cover of this issue shows a little boy who, upon meeting her, immediately and ecstatically began hugging and climbing her, burrowing his smiling face in her fur. “She’s been such a blessing,” says Renee. “She makes everyone smile … or at least turn their heads.” Makes sense. At 150 lbs, she’s small for a Saint. www.spotmagazine.net | 27

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6-7pm • VANCOUVER — WEST COLUMBIA GORGE HUMANE SOCIETY VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION at Vancouver Police East Precinct. Give a few hours a month and help animals in need. Individuals & families welcome. Details WCGHS.org. 7-8pm • PORTLAND — DIFFICULT PET SUPPORT GROUP at DoveLewis. Support for those struggling with a difficult pet. Learn coping strategies and connect with others. Humans only. Free; RSVP (required) to Rachel@ RuffMuttsCooperative.com. 8-9pm • PORTLAND — STAND UP FOR OHS by REVOLUTION COMEDY at Kickstand Comedy Space. Join Andie Main and Portland’s best comedians and musicians for a night of laughter. All proceeds benefit the pets at OHS. Details OregonHumane.org.

9-6 • CORVALLIS — POOCHAPAW-LOOZA at Benton County Fairgrounds. Take the pooch and enjoy dog sports and opportunities to play and learn together. Hands-on activities, demos, seminars, and vendors, Admission $5; kids under 5 free. Details Poochapawlooza.com. 9:30-10:30am • SPRINGFIELD — DOGGY DASH at Thurston High School. 1-mile walk/run to benefit homeless people and their pets. Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome. Entry fee of pet food, flea meds or monetary donation. Details fackrell0814@comcast.net. 10-11:30am • PORTLAND — MEDITATE WITH YOUR DOG at Animal Healing Art of Portland. Quiet, well-behaved dogs welcome for beginner-friendly class. Discussion of meditation techniques for relaxation, de-stressing, and strengthening the bond with your bestie. $10/person; details Heart-to-Heart-Healing.com. 10-2 • WASHOUGAL — 2016 HIKE ON THE DIKE. Scenic hike (or 5K or 10K run) along the Columbia starts at Pendleton Woolen Mills. Annual family fun-filled event for pets and people supports the animals at West Columbia Gorge Humane. Food & drink, demos, raffles, vendors, adoptables and more. Details WCGHS.org.

11-6 • PORTLAND — CAT AT CRAFTY WONDERLAND at Oregon Convention Center. More than 200 artists sell handcrafted artisan items. Cat Adoption Team will be on-hand with adoptable kittens. Details CatAdoptionTeam.org. Noon-2 • PORTLAND — JUNE ADOPTION OUTREACH at Hip Hound. Meet adoptables and volunteers from Pacific Pug Rescue. Details pacificpugrescue.org. Noon-3 • PORTLAND — ADOPTION DAY at Furever Pets. Details OregonHumane.org. 2-4pm • BEAVERTON — ENERGY HEALING FOR HORSES. Feel and connect with the subtle energy of your horse, practice identifying different energy qualities and energy imbalances, learn techniques to accelerate healing and remove energy contributing to pain or disease. $20; RSVP/details heart-to-heart-healing.com.

9:30-11am • SHERWOOD — CAT VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION at Cat Adoption Team. Volunteers at CAT get paid in head butts and purrs. Learn how you can too! Also Sat., Apr 23. Details CatAdoptionTeam.org. 1:30-2:15pm • PORTLAND — PUPPY ROMPS! at OHS. Socializing puppies builds good lifelong habits. For puppies 9-12 weeks; trainers on site. $5 suggested donation. Details OregonHumane.org. 7-9pm • SALEM — MOVIE SCREENING: SMART DOCUMENTARY at Salem Cinema. Salem Friends of Felines hosts this groundbreaking feature-length film about LA’s Special Mobilized Animal Rescue Team. Tickets $12; details SFOF. org.

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

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.

7-9pm • PORTLAND — ANIMAL HOSPICE SUPPORT GROUP. Monthly group for those with aging or ailing pets or providing hospice care. Hosted by Ute Luppertz at Shiva’s Hope House; admission by donation. RSVP/details 503-774-2986 or PetsPointofView.vpweb.com.

9-4 • TIGARD — PPR GARAGE SALE at SW Hall & SW 90th Ave. Tons of great items from generous supporters to support Pugs. Continues Sun. June 11. Details PacificPugRescue.org. 4-6pm • VANCOUVER — PROTECT YOUR PET CLINIC WITH GOOD NEIGHBOR VET at the Humane Society for SW Washington. License your pet and get a free rabies vaccine, plus free exam at HSSW. Additional vaccines $10, microchips $15. Dogs must be on leash, cats in carriers. Details SouthwestHumane.org or GoodNeighborVet.com. 6-7:30pm • PORTLAND — MANAGING A MULTI-DOG HOUSEHOLD at OHS. Learn to help dogs live together peacefully. Details OregonHumane.org.

8-11am • TROUTDALE — PROTECT YOUR PET CLINIC WITH GOOD NEIGHBOR VET at Multnomah County Animal Services. License your pet and get a free rabies vaccine, plus free exam at MCAS. Additional vaccines $10, microchips $15. Dogs must be on leash, cats in carriers. Details MultCoPets.org and GoodNeighborVet.com. 11am • PORTLAND — PAW TEAM VET CLINIC at 1131 SE Oak. Help for those on gov’t assistance or experiencing homelessness. Please arrive AFTER 11am as this is an active parish. $5/pet co-pay; no one turned away for true inability to pay. Details PAWTeam.org.

9am-Noon • SALEM —WILLAMUTT STRUT 2016 at Riverfront City Park. Leash up the pups and support the pets at Willamette Humane. 5k walk/ run or more casual 1K, plus vendors, food, raffles, pet-related activities, muttiest pet competitions. Register/details WHS4Pet.org. Noon-3pm • TIGARD — FIND SOME BUNNY TO LOVE at Petco. Meet adoptables and their Rabbit Advocates. Care & adoption resources, plus light grooming & nail trims for visiting bunnies (suggested donation). Details RabbitAdvocates.net.

2pm • PORTLAND — COLLABORATE! TALKS + COMMUNITY NETWORKING at Lucky Lab (Killingsworth). Help celebrate 3 years of Animal Community Talks with presentations by local animal advocates while enjoying great food and networking. RSVP required. Details AnimalCommunity.org. 3-4:30pm • PORTLAND — MEMORIAL ART THERAPY WORKSHOP at DoveLewis. Create a memento and spend time in good company. Free; RSVP to DoveLewis.org. 4:30-5:30pm • PORTLAND — PUPPY ROMPS! at OHS. Socializing puppies builds good lifelong habits. For puppies 13-20 weeks; trainers on site.

6-8:30pm • BATTLE GROUND — PAINTING FOR PAWS at Mill Creek Pub. Paint and Pour fundraiser for Second Chance Companions. Canvases are pre-sketched, painting supplies provided, and no experience necessary. $45/person; details SCCPets.com.

6-8pm • PORTLAND — PEEWEE PLAY NIGHT at Stay Pet Hotel. Small dogs hang out and socialize! For socialized dogs 35 lbs or less. Free; proof of vaccines required. Details StayPetHotel.com.

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

SALEM — SPAY-A-STRAY SATURDAY at Willamette Humane. Free trap rental and spay/neuter surgery for free-roaming cats in Marion and Polk Counties. Call 503-480-7729 for appointments. Details WHS4Pets.org. 9-Noon • WASHOUGAL —LURE COURSE EVENT at Stevenson offleash dog park. Let your dog chase the lure and burn some energy. $3/ members; $5/non-members. Details ClarkDogPaw.org. 9-3 • BEND —PET PAWLOOZA FESTIVAL & 2016 DOG GONE RUN at Riverbend Park. Dog-friendly 5k run supporting Brightside Animal Center followed by 1.3K walk and pet festival featuring demos, contests, adoptables, vendors, music, food and more. Details BrightsideAnimals.org.

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1-2pm • PORTLAND —PROBLEM POOCH CLASS at OHS. Expert advice from OHS trainers on crate training, managing multi-dog households, home alone issues, and more. Humans only; $5 suggested donation. Details OregonHumane.org. 4:30-5:15pm • PORTLAND — PUPPY ROMPS! For ages 9-12 weeks at OHS.

5-9pm • PORTLAND — SALVADOR MOLLY’S DINE & DONATE. Enjoy food from around the world and support animals in the community. 20% of tonight’s sales support Animal Aid. Details AnimalAidPDX.org. 7-8:30pm • PORTLAND — ENERGY HEALING FOR ANIMALS - BYOD at Friendly House. Basic techniques of Pranic Healing for treating acute or chronic conditions, recovery from surgery, and overall wellness. Beginner-friendly class, $10; wellbehaved dogs welcome (take a dog bed). Details/RSVP Heart-to-Heart Healing’s page on Facebook.

11am • KEIZER —8TH ANNUAL CHARITY CLASSIC at McNary Golf Club. Support the animals at Willamette Humane with 18 holes, lunch, dinner, and silent auction. Details WHS4Pets.org. 6-9pm • SALEM — PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT at Willamette Humane. Make it a date night! Drop the kids at WHS for classic pet movies, snacks, games and crafts. Leave family pets at home. Space is limited; details/register at WHS4Pets.org. 9-6 • VANCOUVER — KITTIES AT RECYCLED ARTS FESTIVAL at Esther Short Park. Meet volunteers and adoptable cats at Furry Friends Washington’s booth during this community event. Continues Sun. June 26, 10-4. Details FurryFriendsWA.org or RecycledArtsFestival.com.

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9:30-11am • SHERWOOD — GET PAID in HEAD BUMPS AND PURRS. Learn how during the Volunteer Orientation at Cat Adoption Team. Details CatAdoptionTeam.org. 4:30-5:30pm • PORTLAND — PUPPY ROMPS! at OHS for ages 13-20 weeks.

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

10-11:30am • PORTLAND — MEDITATE WITH YOUR DOG at Animal Healing Arts of Portland. Beginner-friendly class; well-behaved dogs welcome. Increase inner peace and well-being and learn meditation techniques for relaxation and strengthening the bond with your best friend. Details Heart-to-Heart-Healing.com. Noon-3pm • PORTLAND — ADOPTION DAY at Furever Pets. Details OregonHumane.org.

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6-7pm • VANCOUVER — WEST COLUMBIA GORGE HUMANE VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION at Vancouver Police East Precinct. Give a few hours a month and help animals in need. Individuals & families welcome. Details WCGHS.org. 7-8pm • PORTLAND — DIFFICULT PET SUPPORT GROUP at DoveLewis. Support for those struggling with a difficult pet. Learn coping strategies and connect with others. Humans only. Free; RSVP (required) to Rachel@RuffMuttsCooperative.com. 8-9pm • PORTLAND — STAND UP FOR OHS REVOLUTION COMEDY at Kickstand Comedy Space. Details OregonHumane.org.

4-6pm • 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 at HSSW. Additional vaccines $10; microchips $15. Details SouthwestHumane.org or GoodNeighborVet.com.

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5-9pm • PORTLAND — 9th ANNUAL PINOT & PUPS BLACK & GOLD GALA at Portland Art Museum. Benefit for Guide Dogs for the Blind features dinner, wine tasting, signature cocktails, auctions, raffle, guest speaker and adorable puppies. Tickets/details GuideDogs.com.

10-1 • BEAVERTON — BARK FOR LIFE OF BEAVERTON at Hazeldale Dog Park. Take your best friend for a fun-filled day starting with a noncompetitive walk for the American Cancer Society followed by food, demos, contests and games. Details relayforlife.org/BarkBeavertonOR. 10-6 • SHERWOOD — KITTEN PALOOZA at Cat Adoption Team. Find the fuzzball of your dreams as CAT opens its doors early for their largest annual kitten adoption event. Meet kittens, and enjoy games, kid’s activities, and ice cream treats. Details CatAdoptionTeam.org. 2-3pm • PORTLAND — THE AMAZING ACRO-CATS at Aladdin Theater. Unique show in which more than a dozen rescued felines perform tricks and delight the audience. Add’l showings tonight at 7 and Sun. June 26 at noon and 5pm. Ticket/details CircusCats.com. 5-10pm • PORTLAND — 9TH ANNUAL GOLDEN VINTAGE DINNER at Oregon Medical Association Building. Support Golden Bond Rescue of Oregon with a 5-star meal and wines, all in Golden company. Tickets $95; space is limited. Details GoldenBondRescue.com.

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9:30-11:30am • LAKE OSWEGO — LAB PLAYDAY is back at LexiDog! Friendly, vaccinated Labs and Lab mixes welcome. $2/family. Details LexiDog.com. Noon-3pm • TIGARD — FIND SOME BUNNY TO LOVE at Petco. Meet adoptables and their Rabbit Advocates. Get care & adoption resources, plus light grooming & nail trims for visiting bunnies (suggested donation). Details RabbitAdvocates.net. 3-4:30pm • PORTLAND — MEMORIAL ART THERAPY WORKSHOP at DoveLewis. Create a memento and spend time in good company. Free; RSVP at DoveLewis.org.

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. 7-9pm • PORTLAND — ANIMAL HOSPICE SUPPORT GROUP. For those with aging or ailing pets or providing hospice care. Hosted by Ute Luppertz at Shiva’s Hope House. Admission by donation. RSVP/details 503-774-2986 or PetsPointofView.vpweb.com.

10-Noon • PORTLAND — PET FIRST AID COMMUNITY WORKSHOP at DoveLewis. Learn basic pet first aid and be prepared in the event of an emergency. Free; RSVP to DoveLewis.org. 11-2 • TIGARD — CAT ADOPTION TEAM at The Filling Station Pet Supplies. Meet adoptable kitties, learn about this great group, and get free samples. Details TFSPets.com or CatAdoptionTeam.org. 1-3:30pm • PORTLAND — LUNCH AND CHAT: THE MUZZLE UP PROJECT at McMenamin’s Chapel Pub. Join Animal Community Talks for lunch and discussion with Maureen Backman, founder of the Muzzle Up Project. Space is limited; RSVP required. Details AnimalCommunity.org.

10am • WOODBURN — OREGON BASSET HOUND GAMES at Legion Park. Hilarious fun for all dog lovers! Contests like Best Howler, Limbo, Marathon Napper, plus Parade of Rescues and more. Details OregonBassetHoundRescue.com

4:30pm • PORTLAND — ANIMAL COMMUNITY TALKS at DoveLewis. Free lecture series for those who work/volunteer with animals. This month: Enrichment for Pets to Enhance Quality of Life. Details/RSVP AnimalCommunity.org.

10am • WEST LINN — 2016 DOVELEWIS OPEN GOLF TOURNAMENT at Oregon Golf Club. Tee off for a great cause! Includes scramble, cart, lunch, gift bag, dinner, contests and prizes. Details/register DoveLewis.org.

5:30-8pm • HILLSBORO — DOGS ON PARADE 2016 at Tuesday Marketplace. Bonnie Hays Animal Shelter’s biggest fundraiser of the year is dog- and family-friendly! K9 games, costume contests, vendors, doggie sno-cones, and a parade. $5 suggested donation. Details WashingtonCountyPets.com or Bonnie Hays Animal Shelter's page on Facebook.

ongoing GET OUT & PLAY! PORTLAND THURSDAYS 6:05pm Tune in for Spot’s Good Neighbor Vet Furry FunPlanner report on events for pets and their peeps on 98.1 FM Radio. The GNV Furry FunPlanner opens the KPSU Family Show. Cascade Pet Camp HOOD RIVER YAPPY HOUR THURSDAYS 5-7:30pm CascadePetCamp.com

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

5pm • PORTLAND —TAIL WAG. Party like an animal at this OHS soiree. 5-10pm • VANCOUVER —MEOW THE NIGHT AWAY at Vancouver Eagles. Dinner, dancing and entertainment to support Furry Friends Washington. Details FurryFriendsWA.org. 7-9pm • TIGARD —ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY at The Filling Station Pet Supplies. Fun and festivities with complimentary treats and sips for pets and their peeps. Details TFSPets.com.

ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW FUN! spotmagazine.net Animal Aid PORTLAND SHOW & TELL SATURDAYS Noon-4 AnimalAidPdx.org Bend Spay & Neuter Project BEND BINGO NIGHT MONDAYS 8-10pm at D & D Bar & Grill Oregon Humane Society PORTLAND TRAINING CLASSES Various classes all month long. OregonHumane.org

Good brew/food & bingo. BrightSideAnimals.org.

THE PONGO FUND PET FOOD BANK PORTLAND 6/26, 7/10, 7/24 Noon For anyone who needs help feeding their pet(s). Call 503-939-7555 for important details before arriving, ThePongoFund.org

Save The Pets EUGENE ADOPTION OUTREACH SUNDAYS 11-3 PetSmart, 2847 Chad Dr.

PORTLAND PEE WEE PLAYNIGHT TUESDAYS 6-8pm StayPetHotel.com.

BrightSide Animal Center REDMOND BOW WOW BINGO THURSDAYS 6:30pm

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10-4 • CANNON BEACH — OREGON CORGI BEACH DAY. Get your beach gear, picnic lunch and the pups for a day enjoying the Oregon coast, good company, and k9 contests and games. Proceeds benefit OHS. Details PortlandCorgi.com.

8am-Noon • PORTLAND — 7TH ANNUAL FAMILY DOGS FUN WALK + 5K RUN at Mt. Tabor Park. Take the whole family for a petfriendly walk/run for the animals at Family Dogs New Life Shelter. Vendors, raffles, contests and more! Details FamilyDogsNewLife.org.

CIRCLE THE DATE! Aug. 6 • CANINES UNCORKED Aug. 27 • BARK IN THE PARK (Vancouver) Sept. 10 • CATIO TOUR Sept. 10 • STRUT YOUR MUTT Sept 18 • DOGTOBERFEST

DoveLewis PORTLAND PET LOSS SUPPORT GROUP THURS. 6/2, 7/7 Noon THURS. 6/9, 7/14 7pm THURS. 6/16, 7/21 10am MON. 6/20, 7/18 7pm Free. Take a photo to share. DoveLewis.org.

YOGA, CATS, AND YOU! WEDNESDAY 6:30PM All-level gentle yoga with feline flavor Purrington’s Cat Lounge PurringtonsCatLounge.com

Marion County Dog Shelter SALEM ADOPTION OUTREACH SATURDAYS 11-4 6/4, 7/2

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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at PetSmart on Lancaster Drive

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at Pet Etc. in West Salem

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at Petco on Lancaster Drive

GOOD NEIGHBOR VET CLINIC MULTIPLE LOCATIONS GoodNeighborVet.com.

Companioning Care EUGENE PET COPING SUPPORT GROUP Support when your pet is ill NOON-1 6/1, 6/15, 7/6, 7/20 PET GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP NOON-1PM 6/8, 6/22, 7/13, 7/27 5:30-6:30PM 6/6, 6/20, 7/11, 7/25 Companioning.Care

GUIDE DOG GRADUATION BORING 6/4, 6/18, 7/2, 7/16 GuideDogs.com

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