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Our Smarty Kat Kathy Covey reports on the money stats of holiday spending on pets, and offers up some good ideas on also spending a little . . . meaningfully.

Website’s Features and Online Community: Business Directory – directory of local pet-related businesses Lost & Found – post lost or found pets Dog Parks – directory of local off-leash dog parks Pet Press – news and events Pets of the Week – adoptable dogs and cats from the Oregon Humane Society Callie’s Corner – Callie’s blog from a pet’s perspective Resource Guide - find local animal services / adoption organizations Membership (free) – post activities with you and your pet, send messages to other members, start / join groups that share your interests (e.g., hiking with your dog, bird fanciers, exotic pets, etc.).

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21 Book Reviews

16 Yeller Cab Pet Taxi ~ Fueled by heartfelt passion

20 Blog Report

Happy Dog, Happy You and Happy Cat, Happy You

by Arden Moore

If you’re mackin’ for snow, join Kennedy in visiting

Meet Nancy Wolske, whose little dream has hit the street with heart and a style that’s making folks smile.

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12 Dr. Ken Genova ~ Still going, still growing

25 Matchmaker

At 66, longtime veterinarian Ken Genova isn’t thinking retirement. He’s just added two new clinics, and has bigger plans for his mission in spay/neuter.

22 How many does it take to create a happy ending?

This little tale of rescue from our Willamette Valley friends shows just how many hands and hearts help babies in need . . . get home.

10 Seasonal Tips from the OVMA

It’s time for tinsel and holly, chocolates and pretties. Here’s a cheatsheet on items that pose risk to our babies, courtesy of the folks at the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association.

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Meet canine pack Jake, Jesse and Rusty, and Spot’s friend Jake (shown at right), who is joined by Scout in proudly modeling their Duck gear.

24 Rescue Me! Babies in need of forever loving homes

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Runchy little newsbits to chew on

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Pack: They live with their mom, Parrots Pedro & Lorali, and four chickens. Everyone who visits is their best friends! They love people. Their best four-legged pals are Max (Jake’s brother), Cooper (Jessie’s brother) and the Dewd (Jessie’s son).

Stomping Grounds: The ‘Couv. These two love to go anywhere they can run, swim and dig in the sand, so Vancouver Lake and the Columbia River top their list of favorite jaunts.

Loves: Jake is ball-obsessed, Jessie loves to swim. Both love food.

Don’t Loves: Cats, squirrels and anything that resembles cats or squirrels. Jessie hates fireworks.

Special Notes: Both have won ribbons at dock jumping and their mugs have been used in advertising for the competitions.

But for being such enthusiastic waterloving dogs, they both hate rain (unless they’re at the river).

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I’d seen her a couple times before, trekking along with a red-faced, 30-40-year-old man pushing a cart. Tied to the rig, she trotted prettily alongside. I’ve seen them from the comfort of my car — one day here, another day there — on routine runarounds.

One recent cold, rainy Saturday, I pulled into the PO, and there she was: tied to a post. I saw her man standing inside, in line to do business with the USPS. I collected my mail and headed out. The little girl lay just outside, so as I pushed out the door I walked right into the eyes of love. They’d actually gazed into mine as I went in, and I’d breezed by, dodging contact and the risk of falling in love. Coming out, I resisted again. For 15 seconds at least! But she had me. I approached slowly, speaking softly, watching her body language to see if she wanted a pat.

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For several minutes I loved on her with words and caresses; clearly she would happily do this all day.

But I had to go. It took a few minutes to leave her — this beautiful, obviously young/healthy female, 40 or so lbs., maybe a Keeshond or mix. I crossed the lot, got in my car, and flipped through the mail. Waited to see if the man would emerge. Waited a few minutes more. Struggled knowing I needed to hit it . . . and waited a minute more.

Saw him through the windows and considered going inside but thought he might not welcome my advance, especially in front of others. Waited another minute. Still he didn’t come out.

Jennifer (R) with Angie, Punkin and Jessie at Fido’s Indoor Dog Park

Finally I made a decision. As it happened I was going to the symphony in a few hours, and in a flash I realized that if I didn’t do something to reach out I wouldn’t be able to fully enjoy the evening ahead.

I raced home, some 5-7 minutes away. Grabbed half the kibble from my dogs’ supply, some gift certificates for people food, my cans and bottles bagged for return, and raced back, watching for them on the sidewalks along the way.

When I got there they were gone. I’d looked all the way there and all the way back.

While I didn’t find them that day, I hoped that since I’d seen them several times in recent weeks I would again.

Now my car is (and will remain) equipped with the items noted above, plus an umbrella and a gently-used sleeping bag.

I was able to enjoy my evening. I’d done my best at that moment, and that was enough. And next time I see them I’ll be ready.

This holiday season I wish you and yours great blessing — of comfort, love and . . . enough. And I wish for all of us to be mindful of the abundance we’re blessed with, even in these mean and sometimes too lean times.

Share what you can, take care of you and yours, and revel in the gifts we do have . . . they are so many.

Of course us animal lovers are blessed from the get-go, just getting to share life with these precious beings.

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For the dog who destroys everything! Twiz is guaranteed against dog damage and made in the USA. It’s also 100% recyclable, non-toxic, buoyant, and dishwasher safe. It’s a great fetch toy and can be loaded with treats. The perfect stocking stuffer for your pooch! Offered in festive red for a limited time.

The beds are pet-sized real mattresses made from recycled mattress materials and stuffed with EcoFiber (soft batts of recycled cotton). They feature washable covers, and replacements are also available at St. Vinnie’s. All materials are diverted from the waste stream, keeping them out of landfills.

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Meet Jake and Scout

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Jake is almost 14 years old. We adopted him in 2004 when his “dad” died during a scuba diving trip near Vashon Island. My sister was pet-sitting him that weekend, and was grooming him when someone arrived with the news. The family couldn’t take him, so we did. His “dad” had diabetes, so in his memory, Jake helped raise almost $3,000 over a two-year period for ADA (he was included in a commercial for the local walk the second year), and has been a therapy dog for the elderly with Alzheimer’s, etc. One memorable moment was when a woman who hadn’t talked since she arrived at one of the facilities talked to Jake. He also does school visits where we incorporate lessons on responsible pet ownership. Everyone loves Jake, and Jake loves everyone!

Jesse, our Papillon, is three years old and has already earned one obedience and two agility titles.

He is working on his second obedience title now.

Jake and Scout proudly model their Oregon Duck gear. Loved by all, Jake transports Spot from printing press to HQ each month and is an honorary member of the Spot crew. Scout is one of Spot’s 4-legged staff. Go Ducks!

Jesse has also been in Greenhill’s Bark in the Park commercial the past two years. He was a Christmas “gift,” having come to us a day after our 16-year-old female Westie died.

Rusty, our Belgian Malinois, is nine. We adopted him at LCARA (now LCAS). He was one of eight puppies born there just before Christmas 2001. He has three obedience titles.

He and Jesse are best buddies. Jesse is the only dog Rusty will share his food and toys with.

When Jesse is frightened, he hides behind his “big brother” Rusty.

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Keeping pets safe during the holidays Food, Alcohol, Chocolate & Treats

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Candy & Fruitcake Keep holiday treats and candies out of your pet’s reach; they can make your pet quite sick. Candy wrappers can also cause digestive upset. Fruitcake contains ingredients like grapes, raisins, currants and alcohol — so is not pet friendly.

Alcohol Rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream, alcohol affects pets quickly. Ingestion can cause dangerous drops in blood sugar, blood pressure and body temperature, as well as seizures and respiratory failure.

Chocolate Chocolate, especially unsweetened, dark, bittersweet and baking varieties, can be toxic, especially for dogs, who often like it. Symptoms of toxicity include excitement, nervousness, trembling, vomiting, diarrhea, excessive thirst or urination, muscle spasms and seizures. Call your veterinarian or an animal poison control center immediately.

Keep gum, candy and breath fresheners containing xylitol away from dogs. Eating even a small amount of xylitol can cause a dog’s insulin to surge, and blood sugar can drop quickly and dangerously.

Liver damage has also been linked to xylitol. If your dog ingests xylitol, contact your veterinarian or an animal poison control center immediately.

Other foods Coffee grounds, tea, alcohol, hops, salt, onions and onion powder, grapes and raisins, avocado, garlic, and macadamia nuts can all be harmful.

Leftovers Don’t feed pets holiday turkey or chicken, as the bones or fragments can lodge in the throat, stomach, or intestinal tract. Fatty leftovers such as skin can inflame the pancreas and cause pancreatitis, which can be fatal.

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Miscellaneous Guests Pets can become overexcited, confused or frightened by visitors. Keep them in a quiet space.

When guests are over, watch the doors and make sure your pets have ID tags and/or microchips in case they do get out. Remind guests that your normally friendly pet may need to be left alone.

Snow globes may contain antifreeze (ethylene glycol). As little as one teaspoon when ingested by a cat or a tablespoon or two by a dog (depending on his/her size), can be fatal. Signs of early poisoning include acting uncoordinated, excessive thirst, and lethargy.

Candles Never leave candles unattended, especially around puppies and kittens.

Christmas Tree Make sure your tree is secure. Avoid adding preservatives, aspirin or sugar to the water, or keep it covered.

Keep areas around the tree and wreaths tidy — sharp pine needles can puncture.

Decorations Keep items such as breakable ornaments and dreidels, tinsel, string and ribbon out of reach of pets. Ingestion of any of these items can cause serious internal injuries, or worse.

Light strands, loose wires and electric cords can be a serious hazard, especially for chewing puppies.

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Plants Holly The spiny, leathery leaves of Christmas or English holly can do real damage to pets’ stomach and intestines. The berries have mildly toxic properties, but are fairly tolerated by most.

Dogs and cats who sleep outdoors should have snug, dry, draft-free places to sleep. The floor should be raised to keep away cold and moisture. Ideally, the shelter should be heated, insulated, and enclosed. During extreme weather, pets should stay inside. If your pet is shivering or refuses to play, the animal is too cold and should come inside.

Diet & Water A high-quality food with adequate protein and extra fat is required for animals who spend time in the cold. Your vet may also recommend a vitamin supplement. Water may freeze outdoors, so provide fresh, warm water in a large, deep, plastic bowl throughout the day.

Mistletoe & Poinsettia While not toxic, both poinsettia plants and American mistletoe leaves or berries can cause gastrointestinal upset.

Exercise Smaller or older dogs should wear sweaters for walks, which should be kept brief.

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Paws If snow and ice clumps form on your dog’s paws, wipe between each toe with a warm, wet cloth. Salt used for deicing can cause paws to dry and crack. Soak or wash paws in warm water and dry thoroughly after walks where salt is used.

Household Danger Antifreeze can have deadly consequences. The ethylene glycol in antifreeze tastes sweet and appeals to cats and dogs alike. Just licking antifreeze off his or her paws can kill a cat and just a quarter cup can kill a medium-size dog.

Car Motors A great risk for cats who sleep outside, warmth from engines draws cats, and they can be severely injured or killed when caught in the fan belt. Always check under the hood for animals and honk before starting your car.

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Spay/Neuter Meryl Lipman • Spot Magazine

Fund (OSNF) says earned him a rep as a “rebel” among other vets. His prices, $49 for males and $60 for females, plus a $10 pain management fee, are far below market rate.

Who says an old dog can’t learn a new trick?

Certainly not local vet Ken Genova!

At 66, with 38 years in practice, Dr. Genova is best known as the owner of Tigard Animal Hospital (TAH) and Village at Main Pet Hospital in Wilsonville. On August 31, however, he added two new practices to his name, The Pet Clinic in Salem and Dr. Bauman’s Veterinary Hospital in Newport.

Dr. Genova using a hand held laser to treat a dog

The expansion means he’ll now be splitting his time between four locations, but Genova has already worked out his schedule. “I like the beach,” he says with a grin.

In addition to fresh acquisitions and Oregon beaches, the business-minded Genova enjoys new technology. The wiry, bespectacled vet beams when he talks about lasers. In the large treatment room at TAH, a tech moves a small purple light over an arthritic Chihuahua; Genova notes that the 18-month old device is the only one in the Northwest. He uses lasers for everything from joint pain to allergies. The latter involves placing the allergen over the patient’s thyroid and shining the laser through the substance, a method that cured his own son’s lactose intolerance. “Nobody else is doing [this],” says Genova. “We never had a way to cure allergies; we were always controlling.”

Spay/Neuter Champion While he gets animated about entrepreneurial growth and medical advances, Genova grows solemn on the topic of spay/neuter. He discusses the risks of not spaying/neutering: cancer in both males and females, unneutered males that roam and get injured, shorter, unhappier lives driven by reproductive instincts. He rails about pet overpopulation, saying, “it’s not fair to the ones who are going to be born with no place to go. It’s not fair to put animals down just because no one was paying attention.”

A few years ago, Genova’s practice found ways to lower sterilization costs, which Kathie Nelson of Oregon Spay Neuter 12 Spot Magazine | December 2011

But Genova’s staff insists he is not going rogue or undercutting the competition; he is simply removing economic and other barriers to save future generations of animals. In addition to cheap spay and neuter, Genova’s clinics are feral friendly and flexible.

Says TAH Office Manager Debby Marshall, “If you catch the cat, bring him in.”

Despite two thriving hospitals and the new expansion, Genova has suffered emotionally, if not financially, with the poor economy. He says he sterilizes fewer cats than he did before April 2009, though his dog numbers remain steady.

“Prior to the recession, we were seeing a lot of cats. Now it’s going backward,” he says. The Animal Shelter Alliance of Portland (ASAP) reports a 24% drop in Metro-area cat euthanasia between 2006 and 2009, but statistics are not yet available for this or last year last. Nelson of

OSNF echoes Genova’s concerns about increased cat euthanasia in 2010-11.

While the challenge is ongoing, Genova praises the animal welfare community for 20 years of progress in spay/neuter. “In the past nobody did anything about it,” he says, recalling rampant euthanasia of unwanted pets. The early ‘90s saw the spread of community spay days and, “around 15 years ago pet adoption groups began [fixing] animals before adopting them out.” Early spay/neuter is widely accepted now, says Genova, who alters puppies and kittens at eight to 12 weeks.

and neuter, much like he did after TAH opened in 2000. He’s already met with a Newport resident who had 200 cats altered last year, and hopes to link into her network.

20 acres and counts among his family nine horses, four chickens, four cats, three dogs, a wife and three human children. He tries not to work on Sundays so he can spend time with them.

Originally from Michigan, where he taught emergency veterinary medicine, Genova moved to Oregon in 1998, relieved to be free of the harsh winters. He lives on

Though retirement would be a new trick for this doc, he is not planning to master that one, he says, quoting Warren Buffett, “until five years after I’m dead.”

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Genova hopes Oregon Humane Society’s new on-site spay/neuter facility and the $10 Spay and Save vouchers from ASAP (funded by the national Doris Day Animal League) have absorbed his lost business; either way, he urges cat owners and feral cat caretakers to fix their felines.

As he settles into Newport and Salem, Genova says he intends to keep sterilization costs low and to continue his face to face outreach efforts. He plans to connect with local nonprofits and citizens, using word of mouth to preach spay

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If your pets have everything, like my two senior cats do, you can still be part of the pet-gifting movement this holiday season.

Donate your $46 to an animal shelter in honor of your pet or purchase some pet food and toys to donate.

Pets are part of the family so it is natural for you to want to get your pet a gift. Have some fun with the shopping — it is the physical manifestation of the unconditional love and adoration you and your pet share!

Kathy Covey is PR Manager for the Cat Adoption Team, author

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their run, Wolske shares how she dreamed up Yeller Cab. “When I worked in [adult] longterm care, I regularly saw that dogs and cats were not getting adequate care,” says Wolske, addding that while many facilities do a fine job of getting immunization and medical records for an incoming resident’s pet, plans for the care and welfare of that pet through the duration of a resident’s stay are rarely, if ever, addressed.

TRANSPORTING PETS around the clock Nikki Jardin • Spot Magazine

G “It is really important to me to help those who have no way to get their animal to EMERGENCY VET SERVICES in the middle of the night.”

reat ideas are often born from both necessity and ingenuity. When an idea is also fueled by passion, the resulting work can look a lot like Yeller Cab Pet Taxi, a four-monthold company whose mission is to “create a medium to enhance the well-being of pets and pet owners by connecting them to the care and services they need,” says co-founder and public relations director, Nancy Wolske.

Wolske invited Spot to a ride-along — in the company’s eye-catching, yellow Nissan Cube with pawprint stenciling — to see Yeller Cab in action and hear her story.

A native Oregonian who “grew up in the cherry orchards of Keizer, Oregon,” Wolske’s career has included everything from picking farm produce, doing process photography for the state, and designing national PR campaigns. She also spent 20 years in elder care services, and it was during this time the idea for Yeller Cab began taking shape. The love, and ultimate loss, of a beloved dog named Schooner helped transform her vision into reality.

Getting into the comfy passenger seat of the cab, Wolske’s guest is greeted by her two miniature Irish

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Setters, Cara and Sophie, who are along for a morning ride. The first fare of the day is due for pick-up in the afternoon. Cara pushes her furry red face under the gated divide between the front and roomy pet area in the back for a closer sniff and look-see.

The vehicle is spotless and surprisingly devoid of dog smells or hair. Wolske says in back they use outdoor carpeting that’s easily washed and then treated with an ammonia-free enzyme that cuts odor. The van also features roll-down windows in the back, cracked just enough for the dogs to get a little fresh air along the way.

During late-night transports of ailing pets en route to the vet, Wolske provides soft, calm-inducing music. “It’s ‘Through A Dog’s Ear,’ she says, turning it up just loud enough to hear lest we be lulled into a dream state. “There’s a caution label on it,” she says smiling. “’Don’t operate heavy machinery while listening to this music.’ The dogs love it.”

We head east on I-84 to Thousand Acres park in Troutdale where everyone can stretch their legs on this beautiful, crisp fall morning. Once there, Cara and Sophie are unleashed and take off like cannonballs into the tall grasses. While the dogs enjoy

“When I worked in [adult] longterm care, I regularly saw that dogs and cats were not getting adequate care.” Wolske mentions that while many facilities do a fine job of getting immunization and medical records for an incoming resident’s pet, plans for the care and welfare of that pet throughout the duration of a resident’s stay are rarely, if ever, addressed.

Wolske cites one case in which she had several discussions with one resident’s caregiver. “She was a really good assistant, but I kept telling her that the resident could not take care of her cat like she used to. I would say, ‘Look, the cat needs fresh water and a litter box change,’ and the girl finally came to me and said, ‘I’m here to take care of the resident, not her cat,’ and that was just a complete and utter disconnect for me.”

Wolske mentioned another incident in which a resident’s dog frequently urinated on the carpet because he wasn’t getting out enough. “I just kept thinking, how can we fix this? And there was nothing available. It was just a consistent problem.”

At about this time Wolske adopted Schooner, a retired guide dog. “When I met Schooner I learned a lot about adequate care for animals. When you adopt a career-change dog there is a very specific protocol. Later, when we applied for Schooner to become

an animal assistant therapy dog, I saw there were even more things I didn’t know. And if I didn’t know these things, how are seniors or care facilities supposed to know them?”

In 2008, Wolske took a sabbatical to deal with health issues of her own. That winter, the day after Christmas, Schooner wasn’t able to stand. “I assumed he’d just had too much of something because he bounced right back. But he didn’t get up the next morning.”

The Christmas of 2008 is remembered by many Portlanders for the terrific snowstorm that locked down the city during that holiday week. Fortunately, Wolske had a 4-wheel drive and was able to get Schooner to Banfield Pet Hospital in Clackamas. “They couldn’t find a heartbeat,” she says. “We rushed him to DoveLewis, where they found he had metastasized lung cancer. It had ruptured and we lost him.”

is director of logistics. Belt’s wife, Patricia, came on board as office manager.

The company launched in August 2011, with Wolske and Waits sharing driving duties while Wolske’s husband, Sulman, helps with technological applications such as building the website and designing custom mobile software to help the team navigate to and from their destinations.

While the hope is that the company will grow large enough to employ more people, Wolske says this hands-on approach has been essential in streamlining protocols and seeing where they can improve services for the animals and their humans. “We’re not going to put anything in place that we haven’t done or aren’t willing to do ourselves,” she says. }}

Wolske is quiet for a moment. “It was very traumatic and it really cemented my belief that this type of service was really needed . . . because I should not have been driving. I was a complete and utter basket case. Fast-forward to picking up his ashes and . . . I couldn’t drive. I sat in that parking lot for a half-hour bawling because it was so traumatic for me. It is really important to me to help those who have no way to get their animal to emergency vet services in the middle of the night.”

Early this year Wolske happened to meet up with former colleague, Scott Belt, with whom she had shared her idea for a pet taxi years before. When she brought it up again, Belt surprised her by offering to help finance the project, along with an additional business partner, Will Waits. Today, Belt is president and CEO of Yeller Cab, and Waits www.spotmagazine.net | 17

Wolske pulls out a smartphone to text Parker’s mom that he’s HOME, SAFE AND SOUND. Trust is an important concern, and Wolske understands how precious her cargo is to the families who use her business.

have a dog. So I said: how about we share the dog — he can stay here with him during the day and I’ll take him home at night. The rep said no, that’s not good for the dog, but they said, ‘well, how about you? Are you interested in a dog?’ And I went . . . ‘yeah!’”

While Cara and Sophie have shown no signs of slowing down, it’s time to pack them up so Wolske can get Bella, her first appointment of the day.

Bella lives in Milwaukie, and is scheduled to be taken to the dog park for an hour of exercise and socialization.

“I went out and met Schooner and he was just the saddest looking dog. He’d been retired for allergies so he was going through separation anxiety from the person he’d been assigned to.

Arriving at the home, Wolske dons a black ball cap that matches her shirt emblazoned with the Yeller Cab logo. Soon, Bella is comfortably seated in back for the 10-minute ride to North Clackamas dog park.

So I applied, and got him! About two weeks later he was in my house and I was just so excited. I took him everywhere. We went through the animal assistance therapy program and he was fabulous; very revered, very loved. There was one gentleman who had lost some speech to early-onset dementia, but he would say, ‘Thank You, Schooner,’ and he would try to play his guitar for Schooner. It was really very moving, really powerful.”

At the park, we walk Bella for several minutes before taking her into the gated dog run area where she is greeted by a halfdozen snouts welcoming her into the pack. Sitting on a bench with a full view of the activity, Wolske talks about Schooner.

“I really fell in love with Schooner,” she says. “Living in the country, people dumped animals. So, we had like 22 cats at a time and all these dogs, but I never had one of my own.

So when I got Schooner . . . it was like discovering the 4th dimension . . . like feeling, ‘oh, that’s what I’ve been missing!’”

She waves a dismissive hand, “I mean, forget the dating scene; I just needed a dog!” she says, laughing.

Wolske met Schooner in 2005 while she was working with a senior whose wife was passing. “His daughter asked me if I knew where she could adopt

a dog. I knew about the careerchange program [through Guide Dogs for the Blind], so I arranged for a meeting with the family and Guide Dogs, but this man’s Alzheimers was too far gone and he was not present enough to

We watch the dogs tearing around the field playing “Catch the Boxer with the Ball.” Wolske says that while her new line of work is rewarding, it can still be emotionally challenging because her loss of Schooner is still relatively recent. His spirit is very much present in Yeller Cab, with a picture of him gracing the back of each of the company’s two vehicles. Cab #1 is named ‘Schooner’ in his honor.

“He’s still with me,” says Wolske.

“But when I know a dog is go-

ing to pass and I know that I’m transporting him, I talk openly.

Of course I ask the pet owner for permission to talk about the angels, to ask Schooner to guide them. I tell them that the angels are coming and Schooner’s gonna be there, and I talk about all the animals that are going to help them transition.

And maybe people think I’m crazy but . . . I’m fascinated with people who have had near-death experiences and what they’ve witnessed, so I’ve asked Schooner to guide them.”

an important concern, and she understands how precious her cargo is to the families who use her business. “Every trip is an opportunity to earn their trust and that is the culture we are trying to create,” she says. With one more eye on the gate to ensure

she’s leaving Parker secure, Wolske pulls out onto the road and heads home.

To learn more about Yeller Cab or to book a trip, visit yellercab.com or call 503-309-0000.

Nikki Jardin is a Portland-based freelance writer who loves to write about people dedicated to making the world a better place for all beings. When she’s not writing, she’s either exploring the great outdoors, traveling, or volunteering with Fences For Fido, a local nonprofit dedicated to giving dogs freedom from a previously chained life.

The work is meaningful for Wolske whether her fare is being transported for preventative care or for his or her final appointment. “I know that it’s so traumatic, and I like to be a support.

I don’t know why that really resonates with me, but I want to make it a gentle experience as much as I can.”

Once Bella is safely returned home, we drive to inner SE Portland to pick up Parker from doggie day care and deliver him to his NE Portland home. Parker was Yeller Cab’s first client and is clearly at ease in the back of the cab. The big yellow Lab lies down and relaxes after a stimulating day at the playground, and soon is being led up his own driveway and securely locked into his fenced yard.

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Happy Dog, Happy You & Happy Cat, Happy You

With the snow on the way, we thought it

by Arden Moore

would be fun to visit our friends in Alaska, Funhog and Fundogs (funhog-fundogs.blogspot.com). Bob and the dogs’ blog contains a treasure trove of adventures with plentiful pictures. The amazing scenery and snippets of their excursions in nature stir our longing to see the expansive tundra and landscape that is our 49th state.

As we know, not all of Alaska has snow year-round. For some, the first day of strapping on skis is one to celebrate (October 21). Check out ‘Watch Out for that Moose, Bob’ (November 12, 2007)! Bob and his wife are also involved in Malamute Rescue. They recently received back the first rescue dog they ever placed. Healy was with their family in 2002 and returned in 2011, possibly to stay (August 4).

You’ll enjoy getting to know the dogs in this blog. In his short, to the point way, Bob draws the reader into the personality of each of his Mals. The pictures go a long way in sharing their story too. One of my favorite dogs is Valley. She seems to be waking up from a very long Malamute-style siesta, as in she acts like everyone is a chore and she’d rather just chill (January 12, 2010). Back in March, though, she became Bob’s new ski dog (March 15, 2011). Maybe a late bloomer, but Valley seems to have come into her own.

If you have an itch to don your ski boots, get excited about the approach of the Iditarod, or just love “snow dogs,” head on over to Funhog and Fundogs. I hope you enjoy their story as much as I do.

Kennedy Morgan is a Customer Service Manager by day and

freelance writer by heart who shares her home with her two sons, her Great Dane, Vegas; Pomeranian, Leo; and a trio of feisty felines.

In her spare time she is involved in local obedience and agility clubs and the Willamette Valley Great Dane Club. Contact her at kennedymmorgan@gmail.com.

The “happy pet” books are all about enriching your pet’s life, and your life with him/her.

What I initially took to be cute coffee table books are actually fairly comprehensive guides to pet ownership. Both offer tips on health, happiness, training, travel and entertainment, plus pet quotes and recipes. Additionally, these books advocate the ever-important causes of spay/neuter and adoption, which of course we love.

keep your dog busy — such as impromptu games like canine bowling, stuffing a Kong, or hiring a dog walker. Moore also focuses on ways to help your dog slim down, these days a hot topic.

Happy Dog, Happy You covers a wide range of dog topics including home cooked meals, bathing, pill administration, elder care, crate training, barking, body language, freestyle dance, and vet visits.

It is also chock-full of ways to

Happy Cat, Happy You is similarly comprehensive, cute and informative. In it Moore covers topics including nail trims, litter box issues, introducing a new cat, keeping your cat interested in his toys, kitty massage, under-

This book is an enjoyable read that you can reference again and again, whether you want to cook something for your dog, remember a health tip or play a game with him.

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standing her meow, and keeping multiple cats in balance, plus hundreds of helpful tips.

Here’s one for the upcoming holiday season: “One way to ensure your cat doesn’t become a real tree hugger and scale the tree,” says Moore, “is to place orange and lemon peels around the base of the tree. Cats detest citrus smells.”

This guide will put you and your cat on track to hiss less and purr more.

Even experienced dog or cat owners will learn new things from these reads, and I’d consider them almost a “musthave” for first-time pet parents.

I’m taking the December column off to plan for 2012, so this month’s assignment is quick and easy. Let me know what you’d like to learn next year- whether it’s challenges you’d like help overcoming, new techniques or tools you’re interested in, or anything else that will help you grow as a photographer. Your input will help set the direction for this column and my other classes.

Meanwhile I hope you have a great time capturing pets, friends and loved ones using your new skills this holiday season. Then, send your photos in as usual so we can share the bounty! We’ll resume with assignments to continue your growth as a hotshot in January.

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to work with Sweet Baby and help prepare her for her forever home once she was spayed.

The afternoon of Sweet Baby’s appointment, Marnie collected her from the clinic and took her to Lesa’s work. The kitty went home with Lesa that evening, to begin the recovery and rehab to put her on the path to finding her forever family.

Marnie and Spot wish to thank the village of people who pulled together to ensure these babies were re-rescued and would have a chance at finding loving families for the rest of their 9 lives. Micah and Spot can be visited at Greenhill Humane Society in Eugene. To meet or learn more about Sweet Baby, contact Marnie@spotmagazine.net.

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It’s kitten season, and everyone is full at The Inn! On an early fall afternoon in mid October Marnie of Spot’s Eugene/Springfield Office received a desperate call. The woman had called everyone she could find up and down I-5 and in the Willamette Valley, seeking to place three cats she had rescued about 18 months prior. She was having no luck, and was beginning to panic.

The woman herself was in the process of being rescued by her own children, who live in Idaho. COPD had claimed her health, and they were moving her in with them. The kittens she had rescued (and socialized) from the streets of Eugene now needed rescue again. They couldn’t go with her; her destination was a no-cats-allowed rental home.

The woman was reaching out frantically to people whose names she’d been given in earlier calls. One of those people

was Marnie McCammon. While not a rescue, Marnie does volunteer for several Eugene-area rescues. Marnie hoped she could easily place the babies, but she quickly found that everyone was overloaded with homeless cats and kittens. Still, her fire was lit, and Marnie kept at it; to give up trying was not an option.

In talking with the woman already grieving losses on many levels, Marnie discovered additional challenges. The kitties had not been spayed or neutered due to the woman’s health and financial challenges; in the past, the woman had always fixed her pets.

The hunt was on — now for help with spay/neuter as well as forever homes. The homes needed finding by the first weekend in November, when the woman would leave the area.

People Marnie talked with offered great advice; some also said that putting the kitties back out on the street would be a certain death sentence. Marnie said the only thing to do was “not give up!”

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The final act approached with only faith and perseverance fueling the “engine,” according to Marnie, who pointed out “there was no ending written . . . Yet!” Then all at once, thanks to the City of Eugene Spay & Neuter Clinic’s special voucher program, Greenhill Humane Society, and a special, experienced “cat woman,” it all came together.

Editor’s Note: As this story unfolded just before production of the December issue, it became clear that it was an important story to share for a few reasons: to acknowledge and thank those who stepped up and made the critical difference in the lives of not only these animals, but for the woman who’s heart was breaking. While she had done so much for the cats, she was simply unable to provide further care, and contemplating the possibility that the cats might be “lost” caused her horrible anguish . . . which turned to relief and huge gratitude when help came.

Since the two boys, Micah and Spot, were socially friendly, Greenhill was able to take them into its cattery after neutering.

The third cat, a little girl, found her angel in someone Marnie knew and saw while delivering the November issue of Spot in Pleasant Hill.

While at Embarkadero Compassionate Grooming, Marnie shared with proprietor Molly Sargent and staff member Lesa Fisher about the seemingly hopeless predicament. Learning about “Sweet Baby,” Lesa offered to take the little girl — who is semi-feral and in need of socialization and special attention. Lesa’s home is equipped for such a case, and she offered

Finally, this case provides an excellent illustration of the heartbreak, the challenge, the hurry-up-and-wait, the despair and the love and victory that marks many days of those involved in animal welfare and rescue. To those who face these matters head on, whose hands and hearts and vehicles and hours and energy are given so generously to the animals they hold so dear, we say THANK YOU!

Sweet Baby (Lesa has renamed her Sweetpea)

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Lilac

This beautiful, velvetsoft black kittie with the golden eyes may seem shy at first, but starts her purr motor quickly when offered a soft voice and a gentle touch. Lilac is an affectionate lap cat once she feels comfortable, and she especially likes to play with toys (her favorite is the cat charmer). She also likes sleeping in backpacks and boxes, and has even been known to play “hide and seek!” Meet Lilac at CAT’s Sherwood shelter, 14175 SW Galbreath Dr., or learn more about her by calling/visiting 503-925-8903 or catadoptionteam.org.

Babies in need of forever loving homes.

This 5½-year-old Mastiff/American Staffordshire Terrier mix is a sweetheart who arrived at Clackamas County Dog Services in July, and is still waiting for his forever family. Other dogs have come and gone, Pico is still waiting.

Pico is a testament to how great Bully Breeds can be. His affectionate nature, calm demeanor and eyes that tell a story quickly made him a staff and volunteer favorite. His star shone in September when he attended Pit Bulls on Parade and wowed the crowd with his macho sunglasses.

Interesting Fact

Appearance

Best Match

The French name for Poodle, Caniche, means duck dog, which is indicative of this dog’s original specialty as a duck retriever.

Poodles have an elegant appearance. Their coat is curly and referred to as “non-shedding” hair rather than fur. They do lose hair just as humans do, but they tend to be more hypoallergenic than breeds with fur. Most Poodles are a solid color, but there are “parti” Poodles, who have patches of other colors.

The best match for a Poodle is someone who wants a dog he or she can exercise with daily and who likes to teach new tricks and commands. Someone interested in duck hunting, dock diving, obedience, nose work, agility, or any number of dog sports will make a great match for this breed. Poodles also require regular grooming or haircuts.

Pico’s perfect home would have no kitties and if another dog, preferably a female. Pico would make a great companion for someone who enjoys walks, relaxing with TV, and giving belly rubs. Meet Pico Tue-Sat 11:30-5 at 13141 SE HWY 212 in Clackamas or at clackamas.us/dogs.

Just like my name says, I’m a sweet, older girl who has been a mom several times over. Now I’d just love to relax and enjoy my adult years in a nice home. I think I’m 6 or 7, and have learned how to walk nicely on a frontclip harness, ride in cars, and sit very well when asked! I love cuddles on the couch, and I’m told a low-calorie diet and plenty of exercise are the ticket for me. Sometimes I’m a bit sensitive to the touch, so being around kids older than 6 is probably best. I would love to be part of your family — won’t you come see me at Multnomah County Animal Services? Please call 503-9887387 or visit multcopets.org. My # is 529416.

William and Daphne

These two Lop rabbits adore each other and need a family who can be equally devoted to them. William and Daphne have lived with other rabbits and cats, but would be happiest in a home where they could be the center of attention. These two quiet bunnies love to lounge under dressers, beds and anything else they can scootch under, but also appreciate outdoor time where they can nibble fresh green grass and bask in the sun. William doesn’t like to be picked up much, while Daphne doesn’t mind being held; both do best when you let them come to you. They do pretty well with the litter box, but do have the occasional accident when roaming. To learn more about these beautiful bunnies or to make a date, contact lopbunny88@aol.com.

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The Standard Poodle

Pico

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Matchmaker

Matchmaker,

Personality Poodles are rated among the most intelligent of the breeds. They are alert, responsive, and generally easy to train. Many Poodle guardians report a strong sense of closeness with their dog and that their dog is attuned to their every move and mood. They are great companions, guards and retrievers. At heart they remain a working breed, so need mental and physical stimulation. At home they tend to be calm.

Rosemary

I know I can be a bit shy and do require some patience to get comfy, but I really do want to find that extra special someone to spend my life with.

People are very drawn to my pretty orange and white Tabby-ness, but don’t seem to understand that even though I’m a little hard to get to know, I do want a forever family. I’ve been at Animal Aid for almost a year, and while I love my friends here, I would love most of all to find a home where I can have the time and space of my own that I need to blossom. Please come meet me at Animal Aid at 5335 SW 42nd in Portland or AnimalAidPDX.org.

Featured Adoptable Romeo is a gorgeous 9-month-old standard Poodle. He weighs 55-60 pounds and is friendly, social, and equipped with some obedience training. Romeo is a family dog who loves children. His owners moved out of state and could not take him. If Romeo might be your perfect match, please request the adoption application via email from: barksrus@aol.com. Romeo is in the care of Barks R Us Rescue in Yakima, WA.

Size 40-55 lbs, over 15 inches high at the shoulder Life Expectancy

12 years

Common Health Problems Addison’s Disease (treatable, but can cause fatal sodium/potassium imbalances), epilepsy, bloat and sebaceous adenitis (a gland issue affecting the skin) are sometimes seen, but overall Poodles are a healthy breed.

Marshall

This young Terrier mix is an absolute love muffin who adores people and wants to do everything possible to please. Marshall is housetrained, crate-trained and walks at your side when on a no-pull harness. He knows all about sit, stay and lie down, and can crawl, back up and touch your hand on command! This 2- to 3-year-old boy easily entertains himself with toys, especially the stuffed and squeaky varieties, but relishes a good old-fashioned game of fetch too. Marshall is great with kids and adults but is probably best off as an only dog. His people at Columbia Humane Society really love this guy and are looking for a home where all of his extraordinary qualities will be appreciated so he can shine. Please call CHS at 503-397-4353 to meet or learn more about Marshall.

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R unchy little newsbits to chew on Westover Inns opens new pet-friendly Cannon Beach property The latest gem in Cannon Beach is The Wayside Inn, located at the south end of town, across from Tolovana Park.

Purchased by Westover Inns in October, Westover is a local family-owned company in business since 1976. The company has six hotels in Oregon, four of which are dog friendly.

Across the street from the hotel is a wonderful beach for walking, playing and exploring. Majestic Haystack Rock and its many tidepools are just a short walk down the beach. All rooms have ocean views, gas fireplaces, flat-screen TVs, DVD players, refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, and free Wi-Fi. Many suites have full kitchens with ovens. There is also an indoor pool and spa.

The new owners say, “We love dogs, and we want both people and dogs to enjoy staying with us.” The Wayside Inn welcomes dogs of all shapes and sizes, with a maximum of two dogs per room. Each dog is just $10 per night, and every canine guest receives a basket for use during their stay that includes sheets, towels, dog bowls, pooper scooper/bags, and treats. Dogs may be left alone in the rooms when crated.

Rooms are affordable at $79-$169, depending on the season. New to this property but long in the business, Westover Inns have a longstanding reputation of providing great service and accommodations to people and their pets. Learn more at TheWayside-Inn.com.

CAT’s 2012 calendar features fabulous felines For the cat lover on your list, consider a gift that gives twice, and promises to be useful all year long: a calendar from Cat Adoption Team. This year’s calendar features gorgeous images of fabulous felines by David Childs Photography and other stellar local shooters. A flip through the months makes it easy to see that one might want to frame these beauties once their month on the wall has passed. See for yourself and place your order at catadoptionteam.org.

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From the making things happen file . . .

Kassidy and friends give dogs a boost

Holiday fun at WHS in Salem

Rescue finds itself a home

Willamette Humane Society is offering a great roster of holiday activities for kids, adults and dogs. Take a peek at the lineup:

Founded in 2007, the nonprofit, foster-based Oregon Dog Rescue has placed more than 1,000 dogs in forever loving homes. Sustained entirely by volunteers and donations, the group has utilized networking and Saturday adoption outreaches at Tualatin PetSmart to find loving homes for sweet adoptables . . . until now. ODR is making itself at home at last in a leased building right across the street from the PetSmart that’s long hosted ODR’s outreaches. The move makes it possible for ODR to hold on-site adoptions 6 days a week. There’s lots of work to do to make the new space dog-friendly; anyone who’d like to lend a hand should contact info@OregonDogRescue.org (donations and supplies are always greatly appreciated as well). When completed, the space at 6700 SW Nyberg Rd. in Tualatin will have 2 meet-and-greet rooms, grooming and retail areas, and comfy sleeping quarters. To learn more, contact Barbara Roach at kibaruby@gmail.com or via the ODR facebook page.

Santa’s Shelter Elves — An 8-hour mini-camp open to kids grades 5-7 interested in animals. Activities include grooming, socializing, toy-making and fun activities that actually enhance the animals’ adoptability. Camp meets 1-4pm, Dec. 20 and 27. Cost is $50/student.

Tricks Are for Kids — Students grades 5-7 learn to teach their dogs a variety of tricks during a fun, two-week class. Participating dogs should be appropriate around other dogs and know some basic commands. Class meets 3:30-4:30 Dec. 21 and 28; cost is $35 ($30 if the dog was adopted from a shelter).

Anyone interested in participating in either of the holiday youth activities should contact WHS trainer Annie Ingersoll at 503-585-5900, ext. 326 or email behavior@willamettehumane.org.

In a note to Spot, Kassidy wrote: On Saturdays I love going to PetSmart to look at all the puppies. Two summers ago I decided to sell bracelets to raise money for Oregon Dog Rescue. I wanted to do it because my family rescued a dog named Oreo Cookie there. Three of my best friends and I, Haley, Miya and Meghan, sold the bracelets at Ibach Park. The first year we raised $50, and the next year we raised $80! When we turned the money in to ODR, they were very happy.

Miya and I walked some of the dogs while we were there. A dog named Nathan was so cute and fun! Next year we plan to raise $100 and have more friends help us.

— Kassidy, Tualatin Spot thanks Kassidy and Haley, Miya and Meghan for a great job boosting pups in need, and also for doing the very important work that is providing a model to others, showing through action we can all make a difference. Thank you girls, Great Job!

Holly Jolly Tricks — A one-hour clinic open to adults (or families) and their dogs. Participants will learn how to teach their dogs a variety of tricks. Two available sessions: Wednesday, Dec. 21, 7-8pm, or Saturday, Dec. 31, 3-4. Cost is $17 ($15 if dog was adopted from a shelter). Register at willamettehumane.org/behavior.

WHS offers many other classes — from puppy kindergarten to leash manners and more — throughout winter. All classes are held in the shelter’s heated Canine Classroom, and taught by certified pet dog trainers using proven, positive reinforcement methods. Classes are kept small to ensure personalized attention. For more details, visit willamettehumane.org/behavior or call 503-585-5900 x326.

Donations sought by ODR at press time included: a fridge, retail display racks, janitorial “wringer type” mop buckets and mops, air purifier(s), kitchenware, cleaning, paper supplies and dog gear such as leashes, collars and toys. Cash donations are of course always welcome; donate at oregondogrescue.org.

Calling all Thrifty Cats: A new thrift store opened Friday, Oct. 28 that’s sure to please bargain hunters and animal lovers alike. Located at 4838 SW Scholls Ferry Rd. in Portland, the thrift store benefits the Cat Adoption Team.

“The community has really embraced the thrift store both in donations and patronage,” says Bobbie Winchell, thrift store manager for CAT. “Come support the homeless animals in the community, and take home a bagful of goodies. There are also great volunteer opportunities to help staff the store.”

When shopping this holiday season stop by the store that offers great savings while helping homeless pets. To learn more and get discount coupons, visit catthriftstore.org. The store is open Tuesday-Sunday 10am-6pm.

Tax-deductible donations of gently used clothing, furniture, household items, jewelry, books, electronics, collectables, art, and more are happily accepted.

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who needs help feeding their pet(s), at 910 NE MLK Jr Blvd in Portland. Details thepongofund.org or 503-939-7555.

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at OHS. Learn training methods to boost your dog’s confidence while SUPPORT GROUP at DoveLewis in gaining a deeper understanding of the Pearl. Free; take a photo to share. his/her behavior. $35 with dog; $25 5-8pm • HOOD RIVER — YAPPY without. RSVP to oregonhumane.org/ HOUR at Cascade Pet Camp. Exercise pet_training. your pet where it’s warm & dry. $8/ dog, people/free. Details 541-3542267 or info@cascadepetcamp.com.

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at America’s Largest Christmas Bazaar at the 6:05pm • PORTLAND — TUNE IN for SPOT’S REPORT on PetExpo Center. friendly events this weekend on 98.1 11-4 • MULTIPLE FM Radio.

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Noon-4 • PORTLAND — HOLIDAY TOXINS WORKSHOP at DoveLewis. PHOTOS at Hip Hound, 610 NW 23rd Learn how to keep pets safe from Ave. Take your pet for holiday photos common Holiday and Winter season & enjoy cider, cookies and of course, toxins. Details dovelewis.org. dog biscuits. $10; supports Must Love 6:15-7:15pm • PORTLAND — Dogs NW.

CAT FOOD BANK IS OPEN, provid- PUPPY MANNERS PROGRAM at ing cat food for cat owners in finan- OHS. cial need. Located at CAT’s shelter, 14175 SW Galbreath Dr.

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year-ending $20.11! Ring in the New Year with a new friend from CAT. Details catadoptionteam.org.

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Chip Sammons on 860 AM, KPAM Radio.

— SANTA CLAWS PET PHOTOS at Portland-0area PetSmart stores to support CAT.

11-4 • SALEM — ADOPTION

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PUPPY MANNERS PROGRAM at

NUTRITION & NEWS with

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