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20 Spay/Neuter Together we can save lives

Spay/Neuter coupon inside this issue!

10 Health: Allergies While humans sneeze, dogs and cats manifest allergies

through their skin, often causing itching, chewing and licking, hair loss, and redness. Common culprits include

food, environmental conditions and pests.

12 food • Tips from the Top Leading experts offer their 3 Top Tips on pet food. Also, two veterinarians present their (opposing) views on feeding raw .

16 Fall Fun for the love of DoveDogtoberfest, Westie Walk and Tour de Lab are all on tap this month, promising big fall fun for pets and their people,

and a great chance to give DoveLewis a boost.

New Up North

8 Fido’s

18 Sniff Dog

26 InBark The landscape’s shakin’ around the Portland area this

month, as the pet community welcomes THREE new venues where dogs can stay, play and bring their peeps for very fun days!

departments 6 Rescue Me! Meet the precious foundlings who made their way to Spot

this month. These are often babies who need an extra boost finding their way home — a little older, sometimes needing special care, often just too long in a shelter or foster home.

12 Matchmaker, Matchmaker with Megan Mahan

Considering adding a new family member? Labs are hugely popular for many good reasons. Check out their breed basics, including temperament, common concerns and popular traits. Megan also highlights rescues specializing in the breed. This month: The Labrador Retriever.

16 Tricks of the Trade with David Childs

Class is in session! Grab your camera and take aim. This month, renowned photographer David Childs presents “The Eyes Have it,” with simple techniques that will have you

shooting like a pro!

20 Fetch crunchy newsbits to chew on - Dog Appreciation Day celebrated

- PetUtopia hosts fall carnival

- Training classes at Stay Pet

- Responsible Dog Ownership Days

- Amazing Grace: she’s always working!

- Bunny Report

- Shelter Pets Get New Look, New Chance

- “Sitter’s List” info in a flash

- Camp Bow Wow offers shelters support

28 Marketplace/Classifieds

29 Furry Fun Planner

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VOL. 6 • NO. 2September 2010

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Our Mission

The pup on the front is a common sight in this country. Shelters, humane societies and independent rescues are often overwhelmed, working long, often thankless hours to help those who cannot help themselves.

The numbers vary by source, but one thing is certain: the number of companion animals euthanized in the US each year is HUGE. Instead of a statistic, many of those killed could have been beloved family members.

We at Spot are committed to spay/neuter outreach and education. We believe the overpopulation of homeless pets strains EVERY resource supporting companion animals, from shelter to vet care, food to rescue.

Together we can fix this

Please join us in making a difference. Grab the coupon inside this issue and use it or pass it along to someone whose animal is “not fixed.”

Altering a single cat can conceivably prevent over 400,000 unwanted lives over time. Altering one dog can prevent 67,000 potentially homeless dogs.

Contributing Writers

David ChildsKristan DaelJake Faris

Vonnie HarrisMegan Mahan

Kennedy MorganVanessa Salvia

Contributing Photographers

David ChildsMarnie McCammon

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Palooza Oct. 24! We’ll be con-ducting our 2011 Cover Model Search, plus two Spot Walks. We love it when we get to hang out with you, so come out and play!

Of course you’re busy, too. So remember you can always connect with us online at Spot-Magazine.net or on Facebook. These communities are growing too, and the crew is working feverishly to make this “room of our house” as friendly, fun and purpose-filled as when we’re together on the scene.

Oh! I want to share one last story! But I’m out of space (if this were TV or radio, which we also do, I’d say ‘we’re out of time’). THIS is where our online connect shows its worth. Come let me tell you about an exciting new addition to our crew, a Spe-cial Ed class in Silverton whose teacher called to get involved. We’re doing it! Fun, purpose-ful and filled with blessing . . . exactly what we aspire to con-coct in “the kitchen.” Meet me at “Behind the scenes with us” at SpotMagazine.net — you’ll love this story!

As always, thanks so much for being with us in working, learn-ing, and supporting this commu-nity we hold so dear . . . pets . . . and their peeps!

cooking up something new and fun, usually designed to make a difference in our community.

This month’s special is the coupon for discounted spay/neuter. Please grab the one inside this issue, use it, or share it with someone whose animal is not fixed. There’s plenty of addi-tional info throughout this issue, so I’ll close on this particular subject with this: Together we can fix this. So, please — let’s.

What I love about Spot’s bent for cookin’ up new things is that most are fun, functional and purpose-filled. We truly love ani-mals (and people!), and we’re fueled with the passion to make a difference.

If you ever call and find us unavailable, please be patient with us. Rarely does a week go by that we’re not involved in a rescue, or responding to a call for foster care, food or shelter for an animal(s) in immedi-ate need. At the same time, rarely does a weekend pass that Spot’s not on the scene at events, sharing goodies from our amazing clients, sometimes shooting photos, other times just connecting with pets and their peeps. Stop by and say Hi this month at: the Spot Walk and Sniff Dog grand opening Sept. 2, the Westie Walk Sept. 11, and Dogtoberfest Sept. 25. And circle the date for Doggie

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Once enrolled in Spot Walks, you’ll get news, tips and alerts about upcoming events, plus access to great individual walk-ing plans we’re developing with the help of our sponsors. Spot Walks are just rolling out, and you’ll want to be a part of the hottest new meetup in town!

Another great program in motion is Pet Photography with the talented David Childs. Haven’t checked it out? Jump in any time — we’ve saved you a seat! David’s got the inside track on the tricks of the trade, and he loves to share. Best of all, he understands that you don’t have to have million-dollar gear to capture priceless shots . . . the power is in the hands of the shooter, and his/her understand-ing of light, motion, and heart. Aspiring shutterbugs of all expe-rience levels who want to learn to create great photos have a golden opportunity right now to study with this gifted, accom-plished photographer. Grab your camera (your point-n-shoot will do just fine) and join the fun!

Those of you who really know the Spot crew know we love being “in the kitchen” . . . always

What a season! Since Spring it feels like we’ve transitioned from walking through mud to flying like the wind! So often when I meet you here I have so much to tell you I’m bursting to share!

First, thanks everyone for a great Hot Dogs, Cool Pups event presented by Save The Pets in Eugene last month. What a blast! It was great to see everyone, it was a perfect day at Alton Baker Park, and the event was a great success. Great job you guys!

As we move into September, there are many ways to revel in the last days of summer warmth and sunshine.

Those of you in the Portland area, please come out 1st Thursday Sept. 2 for our first Spot Walk, “Diamonds in the Pearl.” The Tshirts and PETom-eters are ready, a fun, scenic walk will be led by our great friend and guest Dogwalker, LeRae Hunt of Recess in the Pearl, and the mile-or-so jaunt will land us right in the thick of Sniff Dog Hotel’s grand opening festivities (check out their story this issue). These kids have got it goin’ on, and the evening promises to be a blast.

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Let’s go to the Spot Walk!

Sept 2 at 5:30


Rescue Me!

Lovely Lizzy

Sweet Cali

Check out these supermodel legs! I’m a big, beautiful 6-year-old English Mastiff lady, ready for the runway. I’m a social butterfly, I love people, am very friendly and affectionate, plus I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE kids! Like many supermodels, I’ve got a bit of an ego . . . yeah, I’m hotter then those other gals, or ‘my competition.’ Believe me, I know it! So I can’t share my home with other dogs (here at the shelter I have to share a bedroom with two older folks who don’t mind staying outta my way. Can you believe it? Senior citizens!) The fact is, they say I’m just too bossy with other dogs . . . and nobody wants to be bullied by 180 lbs of pure beauty! I’m not great with cats. I love to chase them; lucky for them I’m all size and no speed! I have excellent hygiene and great house manners (if you don’t mind a little drool). I’m housebroken, crate-trained and ride well in the car, plus I walk nicely on leash and know some basic commands. I’m just a huge girl who needs a big soft bed and plenty of love. We supermodels need to be pampered! Lizzy has been in shelter much too long (5 mos.). To meet this beautiful babe, contact her peeps at [email protected] or 503-771-5596.

Hello! My friends here named me Alex. When I first arrived I was super worried, so they gave me extra time to settle in. Thankfully, they saw my potential! They also think I am a Cattledog/Pitbull. Talk about an athlete! I have a sensitive nature so my family will need to be patient & kind. The shelter will require us to take obedience classes together. I love that idea because I can use the extra training! My friends at the shelter say kids in my new family should be 12 or older. Please come meet me! 503-988-7387.

Cali is a 7-yr-old female domestic med-hair Calico mix with gorgeous harlequin markings — a work of art! Cali was abandoned and taken in by a caring person until she was surrendered to Greenhill Humane in Eugene. She’s a very sweet, affectionate and talkative lap cat. Cali was getting stressed at the Greenhill cattery (she’s never lived with other cats before), so it was hard to share her space. So she’s now in foster care, where she is flourishing. Her foster family says she is calm, mellow and loving, with just the right amount of independence. To learn more or to meet this special beauty, call 541-689-1503 ext 128. Her adoption fee is very low (even lower on Feline Fridays). Senior discounts apply.

This good-looking 4-yr-old boy is easygoing, confident and affectionate. He’s good with dogs and other cats, and kids of all ages. Laid-back Denny enjoys playing (especially with the cat charmer and feather wand), taking naps, and watching the world go by. He’d love to be home with you. Take Denny home today and let the fun begin! He is waiting to meet you at the Tigard PetsMart store Saturdays and Sundays noon-4 or by appointment. To learn more, call the Cat Adoption Team at 503-925-8903 or visit catadoptionteam.org.

I have very soft fur and pretty markings, though they say I’m a Ragamuffin mix! I’m a bit quirky: just when you think I’m a delicate little flower, I’ll give you a hearty headbutt. Surprise! Or you’ll be petting me, thinking I’m sophisticated, and up goes my butt. Not very dignified, is it! I’m only three, but have spent most of my life in shelter. All I want is a family to love me. A quiet home with no other cats would be perfect but a laid-back cat friend would be ok. Please call and come meet me! 503-292-6628

I was adopted then returned 7 years later because my family didn’t want me anymore. I did ok at first, gently tapping my toy mouse around and giving sweet kitty kisses. If you scratched my chin, I’d make muffins, raising my paws higher and higher. After being here for 18 months though I’m growing sad. Sometimes I even get grumpy so people think I don’t like them, but it’s being homeless that I don’t like. Please give me a chance! I’m declawed, age 10, XL and very fluffy. I’d love to be your only kitty, but wouldn’t mind sharing you with another senior cat. Love, Mitzi 503-292-6628.

Good Boy Alex!

Delightful Denny!

Lovely Lady

Mitzie


Matchmaker, Matchmaker

Megan Mahan lives with visiting foster animals, quite a few fish, and her

boyfriend in Eugene, Oregon. She has a ‘day job’ in an office, but devotes

much of free time to fostering pets and creative writing. From her high

school gig as Dog Bather to her more recent years working at the Santa

Cruz SPCA, where she was contributing editor of the newsletter, Megan has

always lived, loved and worked with an for animals.

Trademark: Labs were originally used as fishing dogs for the villagers of Newfoundland and developed webbed paws for swimming and two distinct layers of hair - inner short, fuzzy hair for insulation, and longer guard hair for water shedding. The modern breed is still very much a water dog and is one of the most popular dogs in the US.

Personality: Very friendly, energetic, and out-going, these dogs have an even temperament that makes them great family dogs. They usually love to meet people and other dogs. They are very food motivated, as well as in tune with their family, so they are fairly easy to train. They love to retrieve and to swim and are not typically very barky or territorial. They like to hold things in their mouths and are generally very soft-mouthed; a Labrador can actually carry an egg in its mouth without breaking it.

Preferences: Labradors want to be active and to know expectations because they live to please their people. They need room to run, but could work in a smaller living space with enough exercise. They excel with enthusiasm at hunting, retrieving, and service work.

Size: This breed really varies, and averages from 60- 80 lbs. Life expectancy: 10-14 years.

Common Health Problems: Overall fairly hardy dogs, but like most of the larger breeds are prone to hip dysplasia, so breeders should have x-rays done on pups. And for general hip and joint health keep

them to a healthy weight and use ramps or stairs to prevent them from jumping too much.

Best Match: A person who likes to spend time exercising and training their dog. A beach or lake go-er who likes to play fetch and does not mind a little drool will be this pup’s best friend. This breed is one of the longest to retain a puppy-like demeanor so a pet parent who likes to play and does not mind a sometimes short attention span is a must.

Lab Tip: If you see a lab pacing or barking in a kennel at a shelter don’t assume he/she is an obnoxious dog. Dogs often get bored in this envi-ronment and labs are so energetic that a run is hard for them to handle. In a home environment with enough exercise and love many dogs will become more balanced and fit right in with the family.

Available Pup: http://www.pooch.org/about.htm, Project Pooch in Woodburn, Oregon has available labs including Callie. Callie is one, fun and full of energy. She enjoys playing in the water, going on long walks, and cuddling. Callie is also a Canine Good Citizen, spayed, micro-chipped, and up to date on all of her vaccinations. Call (503) 982-4492 or email [email protected] for more information.

Spotlight on . . .

LabradorRetriever

Microchip, Rabies & Licensing ClinicMicrochips $20 Rabies Vaccines $10

All pets are welcome! Please bring dogs on a leash and cats in carriers.

Location:1700 W Columbia River HwyTroutdale, OR 97060

www.MultCoPets.org

Clinic will be held on:Sunday,September 26th, 2010

11am-3pm

Last CLiniC for the year!


Miss your spacious park in winter? Not anymore!

Just in time for fall, Fido’s Indoor Dog Park opens in Portland August 28.

After seeing it firsthand, calling it a dog park is like calling Disneyland a county fair.

It was when Josephine Cetta’s German Shepherd Ally tore her cruciate ligament in the spring of 2009 that musings of creating an indoor park began. Knowing that swimming is great exercise, especially for dogs with joint injuries, Cetta sought a place to take Ally post surgery. The only options at the time were water-therapy and nearby swimming holes.

Not necessarily seeking therapy, Cetta tried the swimming hole. The only problem was the mud and dirt she picked up; Ally needed a bath after every outing.

The way Cetta saw it, Portland needed an indoor dog pool that was convenient and safe. The idea grew, and somewhere

along the journey the idea for a dog pool became the 20,000 square-foot indoor dog park that is Fido’s.

Located south of SE Holgate Blvd off of 26th Ave. in Portland, the former warehouse took awhile to find, especially since

Cetta wanted Fido’s to have both air conditioning and an insulated ceiling. Even without the AC, the large, hangar-like room was comfortable even on a sweltering Friday in August.

The philosophy Cetta used when converting the warehouse is apparent in the smallest details. Near the front desk is a retail space stocked with balls, tugs, and other toys made strictly from recycled or reused material. It’s the same throughout the park. Traditional vanity fixtures in all the bathrooms have been replaced with LEDs. On the walls? Cetta made sure they used zero VOC paint.

The way Cetta saw it, Portland needed an indoor dog pool

that was convenient and safe. The idea grew,

and somewhere along the journey the idea for a dog pool

became the 20,000 square-foot indoor dog park that is Fido’s.


Jake Faris is a freelance writer who’s worn many different hats, including a hardhat and the 8-point hat of a police officer. Jake

and his wife Charity live with their two cats and four dogs in Beaverton. The whole pack moved to Portlandfrom Wenatchee,

WA three years ago. Now a dedicated Oregonian, Jake finds new reasons to love his adopted state every day.

Contact him at jake@spotmagazinenet

While Cetta’s steps in keeping the renovation uber eco-friendly are impressive, the real Wow comes when entering the dog park itself. Once you make your way to the synthetic grass, the building opens up to a park-like setting. There are

hints of trees, seating under an arbor, and hanging plants under the windows.

Off to one side is a cafe area where people can enjoy a beverage, watch their dogs, and even “surf” thanks to plenty of outlets. An open-top, two-story structure in the middle allows puppy parents a 360-degree

balcony view. Stairs connecting the park and terrace allow pups an easy climb if they choose to join their humans.

The park itself looks like outside, inside, and for northwest dogs it looks like winter days full of dry delight. “The whole thing is about having people come

here with their dogs and having a good time,” says Cetta.

For guardians who like to mix business with fun, there are private rooms for downttime or business meetings. The facility also provides two self-wash stations and a grooming table.

But back to the fun to be had, which takes us to the indoor pool that was what started this all to begin with. It’s above ground made from heavy-duty vinyl fabric, and has a ramp leading to the deck. Like any community pool, there are lockers, and even life vests in various sizes.

A second ramp leads away from the pool deck to a large drying area. Thanks to the pool being 98% chemical free, people aren’t trading in their mud-scented pups for chlorine-scented ones. “When your dog gets out it doesn’t need a bath, it doesn’t smell, and there’s no sand on it,” Cetta explains with pride.

She has more than just the park and pool to be proud of. Dreading the thought of members having to wait in line to sign in, and concerned about staff keeping track of facility usage, Cetta came upon the perfect technological solution. When members sign up (for pool use, park use, or both) they get a quarter-sized fob that attaches easily to a dog collar or key ring. When it’s park or pool time, guardians simply walk to

the door, wait for the latch to trigger, and it’s play time.

Like other indoor parks, Fido’s provides doggy daycare and boarding. Pet parents can check up on their pups while away thanks to webcam feeds available with boarding.

After August 28, Fido’s will be open 7-9 daily. Learn more at www.fidosindoordogpark.com.

The park itself looks like outside, inside, and for northwest dogs it looks like winter days full of dry delight.

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We all know people who suffer from allergies and their symptoms: red,

watery eyes, scratchy throat, itchy or runny nose, medicine that makes them feel like a zombie. Dogs and cats can have allergies too, but their symptoms don’t look the same as ours do, so pinpointing their problems can be more difficult.

Dr. Patricia Ashley, a veterinary dermatologist practicing in Springfield, Oregon since 1999, says that while humans sneeze, dogs and cats manifest allergies through their skin. Itching is the most common symptom, but be mindful of others, like excessive chewing and licking, scratching at ears, rubbing face and eyes, hair loss, or redness (inflammation), and even

an unpleasant odor of the skin. Cats may have upper respiratory issues such as a cough that resembles working up a hairball, but nothing comes out.

“Allergies are not curable,” says Dr. Ashley, “but they are controllable. Our goal is to keep the pets comfortable and to minimize medication.”

Determine the problemThe first thing a veterinarian will

ask is how often the symptoms are occurring. “Did they have the same problem last year, or is this the first time they’re having an issue?”

explains the doctor. The veterinarian may opt for a ‘treat this and see if it comes back’ approach before proceeding on a more rigorous path of treatment. The doctor may also perform a skin scrape, looking for mites or other, more curable, causes.

Some simple diagnostic tests can be done right in the office. “If it’s a chronic problem then the veterinarian will figure out what the underlying problem is,” says Dr. Ashley, “and many pets have more than one.”

What can be done depends on the problem. During the process of trying to determine what the problem

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is, rinsing pets in cool water can be soothing. And while pets can take antihistamines, it’s important for their vet to determine proper dosage.

“There’s not much that we can do in terms of changing the home to make allergies go away,” says Ashley, “especially, unfortunately, if the allergy is something airborne like pollen.”

Food Allergies Food allergies are a different

concern. While fairly common, they’re not as common as allergies to pollen or flea bite. “There’s as much opinion as fact regarding how to manage food allergy,” says the doctor. You will need to eliminate foods while feeding one known to have unique ingredients, while also providing a balanced diet. “It’s advisable to talk to a vet before diving into this on your own,” she says.

Environmental AllergiesThe most common environmental

allergies in the Northwest are grass, tree and weed pollens in spring and summer, and molds during the rainy season, says Dr. Terese DeManuelle, a dermatologist at Allergy and Dermatology Veterinary Referral Center in Milwaukie, Oregon. “They

Itching and Chewing Your Dog’s Favorite Activity?It may be an allergy.

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says Dr. Amy Randall, a dermatology specialist at Animal Allergy and Ear Clinic in Beaverton.

Flea allergies can be tricky. “I’ve seen some dogs who have tons of fleas and don’t itch,” says Dr. Amy. Animals, especially cats, swallow the fleas when they chew or lick the itch. Dogs and cats can be allergic to fleas but not appear to have many on them. “With allergies to trees and grasses we can make up serums of these things and start the animals on desensitization treatments,” says the doctor. Unfortunately, flea allergies don’t respond to treatments. Avoidance and aggressive flea control is the best you can do.

The Good DoctorsDr. Patricia AshleyVeterinary Allergy and Dermatology5105 Main St. Springfield541-988-5458www.vetallergy.net

Dr. Terese DeManuelleAllergy & Dermatology VeterinaryReferral Center6323 SE King Rd. Milwaukie503-777-8999www.advrc.com

Dr. Amy RandallAnimal Allergy and Ear Clinic4100 SW 109th Ave. Beaverton503-574-4150www.animalallergyandearclinic.com

can be treated in a number of ways,” she says, “including antihistamines, omega-3/omega-6 fatty acids, allergy testing and injections, and prescription oral anti-inflammatory medications.”

Comfort starts at home Your vet will recommend a

treatment strategy for environmental allergies, but Dr. DeManuelle offers the following tips:

• Keep them inside while mowing and until the fresh-cut smell passes. • If your pet has mold spore allergies, keep them out of basements and damp garages. • For pets with dust mite allergies, know the danger zones: concentrations are generally highest in bedrooms thanks to fabrics and rugs.

• Dried flowers and upholstered furniture also rank high for microscopic mites. A good

quality HEPA filter can help reduce dust and dust mites in bedrooms.• Frequent bathing in room temperature water can remove pollens and other allergens for temporary relief. • Minimizing hot-air blow dryers and perfumes often used at groomers can help reduce itchiness.

If your dog or cat truly has an environmental allergy it’s likely they bring the offending substance inside the house on their face, coat or paws, so swab ’em with baby wipes at the door.

Go On Flea PatrolWith allergic reactions to bugs

such as the ubiquitous flea, a dog need only get bitten a couple of times to experience intense itching. “Most of the time the location of the itching is on the tail or back legs,”

Vanessa Salvia lives with her two kids , one

very sweet, fluffy cat (named Fluffy), and

a husband (also very sweet) in Eugene,

Oregon. When not clickety-clacking on a

computer, you can find her browsing the

farmer’s markets or feeding ducks from her

patio. A freelance writer for more than 10

years, Vanessa has written extensively about

music and entertainment in the Northwest.

As mom, wife and companion to countless

animals over the years, she has vacuumed

more than her share of pet fur.

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Tips from the topThe pros weigh in on foodSpot sought out regional leaders in their fields who are considered expert on pet food. While each has enough expertise and opinion to fill the following pages all by themselves, we asked each of the five to boil it down, giving us their 3 top guidelines when dealing with pet food.

Kristan Dael • Spot Magazine Read Your Food’s Ingredient PanelThe majority of a food’s protein should be derived from real meat sources, not primarily from meat substitutes like corn, wheat or soy. Check that the meat and fat sources are named (ie, “chicken meal”); words like “meat and bone meal” or “animal fat” are red flags. Try to avoid by-products, BHA, BHT, and artificial colorings. Shoot for named meats, whole grains, and natural preservatives, and you might be on your way to avoiding chronic health problems caused by poor nutrition.

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food

Whole Food is Good FoodWe often hear, “my dog never gets people food.” While it’s good not to feed junk food to your pets, it’s important to remember that nothing magical happens to chicken, peas, or apples when they’re turned into a kibble — they’re still chicken, peas and apples. Remember — the fresher and less processed a food, the more nutrition it contains. Pieces of fresh, real food can be nutritious snacks or additions to a processed diet.

People Think it’s Just a Fact of Life that Dogs Stink. Year-round shedding and itching, smelly breath, and that doggy odor that comes right back after a bath are not just par for the course when you have a dog. They are often indications that your dog (or cat’s) diet might be lacking in good quality proteins and fatty acids. Supplements like fish oil can go a long way, but often the solution is as simple as a diet change. (see guidelines above).

Christine Mallar and her husband Mike opened Green Dog Pet Supply 6 years ago in Northeast Portland. The shop specializes in environmentally friendly pet supplies and gifts for dogs and cats, and the shop’s design was achieved using almost entirely reclaimed materials. The owners and staff are also strongly committed to helping your pets live as long and healthy a life as possible through access to excellent nutrition and other forms of holistic support.

1 If your pet scratches a lot, has bad gas, lots of hairballs or loose stool,

look at the food. Cats do best on a grain-free diet and dogs have trouble digesting corn, wheat and soy. If the food you feed contains any of these you may want to consider something of a higher quality. The money you save on vet bills will likely more than make up for the cost of the food.

Green Dog Pet Supply 4327 NE Fremont St, Portlandwww. GreenDogPetSupply.com

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Check that the meat and fat sources are named (ie, “chicken meal”); words like “meat and bone meal” or “animal fat” are red flags.


2 Mix it up! Not only will your pet get bored eating only one type

of food, but feeding the same thing all the time can lead to food intolerances or allergies. Many premium pet food companies recommend rotation while makers of lower quality foods will have you believe you should never switch. Just be sure that when you do rotate you spend about a week gradually introducing the new food.

3 RAW! The best thing you can possibly do for your pet is feed a

raw diet. Raw is the closest we can get to feeding an ancestral diet, and raw food is great for pets with allergies to the highly-processed meats in kibble. If raw meat freaks you out there are freeze-dried diets and even safe raw options with no pathogens. Skeptical? Try it for three weeks; you won’t be a skeptic anymore.

Ponce Christie has worked at The Healthy Pet in Eugene for just over two years. During that time he says he has been lucky to work closely with Dr. Doreen Hock, the holistic Veterinarian who owns the business. Her knowledge of pets and nutrition is staggering.

1 First and foremost, read the ingredient list. The first

ingredient should be a clearly identified meat protein, for example: chicken, chicken meal, lamb, or lamb meal. Avoid foods that list by-products or by-product meals. By-products are typically low-quality waste from food production. I recommend avoiding wheat, corn and soy, as they are used as fillers and are a source of allergies in many pets.

2 Feed your pet a variety of foods. Many manufacturers would

have you believe that your pet needs only one type of food for its entire life and that switching foods may cause serious digestive problems. I disagree with that “marketing strategy” because varying your pet’s diet provides a broader variety of nutrients, is less likely to cause sensitivities, and actually leads to stronger, better digestion.

3 Feeding a raw food diet is easier and less expensive than most

people believe. The days of grinding your own meat and

adding all the other ingredients are gone. Today, you can buy complete raw meals that you simply thaw and serve. You can also buy ground meat “chubs” to which you add vegetables to create a complete meal. If you don’t want to deal with preparing vegetables, there are easy-to-use dehydrated vegetable mixes available.

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Today, you can buy complete raw meals that you simply thaw and serve. You can also buy ground meat “chubs” to which you add vegetables to create a complete meal.


When choosing pet foods to carry at my shop and in turn to feed to my dog I look for the following:

1 The first thing I look for is named proteins, and I want them first or second on list of

ingredients. By “named” I mean I want the package to say “chicken, beef, lamb or buffalo.” I am also happy with “chicken meal, duck meal and turkey meal.” I steer clear of “poultry meal, meat, or poultry byproducts,” which can mean any kind of rendered “poultry or meat,” including animals that have been euthanized or who have died from illnesses. Gross, but true.

2 The second thing I do not want on my labels is wheat or corn, especially wheat or

corn byproduct. These two fillers are too often used by large, uncaring companies which add them to their products to cut costs and add calories. These are also two grains that seem unregulated, and perhaps not coincidentally seem to be the cause of frequent recalls.

3 Finally, when I am checking food labels, I look for no chemical preservatives. Make

sure fat added is not preserved with BHA, BHT, propylene glycol or ethoxyquin. These chemicals are used in antifreeze and pesticides and can cause cancer.

“It makes me completely angry that all these things get thrown into pet food with no regard for furry friends’ good, longtime health. When it comes to pet food ingredients you really do get what you pay for.

Albany: Albany Pet ShopCool’s Feed Brownsville:

J & S Supply Canyonville:

Roger’s Feed Coos Bay:

Alison’s Pet PalaceHanson – Meeken Veterinary Corvallis:

Best FriendsCorvallis KennelsDenson’s Feed Cottage Grove:

Old Mill Farm Store Dallas:

Orchard Animal HospitalOld Mill Feed & GardenShaggy Dog Boarding Kennel Eugene:

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Aloha Pet GroomingFlorence Humane SocietyHarris Feed StoreMaryann’s Natural Pet101 Pet Supply Independence:

Jack’s World Keizer:

Copper Creek MercantileSoapy Paws Lebanon:

Alpha Dog Grooming Lincoln City:

Paws on the Sand McMinnville:

Buchanon Cellars – Valley Feed

Mill City: Ark Animal Care Vet Molalla:

Safe & Sound Dog GroomingThe Grooming Barn Newberg:

Critter Cabana Newport:

Dog PortOceana Natural Food Corp. Philomath:

Inavale Farm Animal Care Pleasant Hill:

Embarkadero Grooming Reedsport:

Dillards Pet ProductsParent Feed & Farm Roseburg:

Atlantis Fish & PetsGrooming By Linda B Salem:

Champion FeedEverything PawsibleNature’s PetPet Etc.Playhouse for PawsPup in a TubSebastian’s Healthy Pet FoodSoapy PawsSouth Salem Pet SupplyWhole Pet Vet Center Springfield:

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Critter Creek Day CarePet Paws Dog Wash Waldport:

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1 The biggest dog food blunder is to give a specialized dog food but use an inferior quality treat or a

table scrap. The itchy dog’s base problem is almost always grain related, corn or wheat being the two biggest culprits. So you go to the vet and get a prescription diet but you still give treats from the table. Popcorn is CORN! Toast is WHEAT. No treats with food dyes.

2 When we get the question, “I have an itchy, stinky dog. What kind of pill do you have to fix it?” We

say, “Change the first three ingredients and eliminate, Corn, Wheat and By- Products.” Try grain-free for a complete healthy change.

3 We recommend feeding raw bones 3 to 5 times a week to your canine companion. Raw

bones have beneficial bacterias that clean teeth, freshen breath and solve stool issues. We have had many dogs over the years whose need for extensive dental work was completely solved by chewing on raw bones. Research shows that by eliminating dental tarter, etc., your pet will live longer.

Dani D. Wright has worked in the pet industry for 22

years. She says, “I am owned by several dogs, cats,

horses, chickens and cows. I love animals and want

all people to love and care for them to the best of

their ability. So I am constantly researching feeds, flea

cycles, and worming. The more informed and affordable

you can make pet care and related food decisions, the

healthier the pet.”

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When discussing the option of feeding raw meat diets to companion dogs and cats, I will oftentimes ask a client, “How healthy do you think you could be at, say, 50 years old, if you ate nothing but kibble your entire life — even the finest, most expensive human kibble on the market?” We might chuckle at the idea, but can we really expect our pets to be in optimal health at age 10 eating nothing but a highly-processed diet that’s been heated to high temperatures and stored in a bag for months, often made with ingredients deemed unfit for human consumption?

Based on over 20 years experience as a veterinarian, I can say without

In Support of Feeding Raw Meat Diets to PetsJeffrey Judkins, DVM

Hawthorne Veterinary Clinic

doubt that a completely healthy 10-year-old dog or cat eating nothing but kibble and/or canned food is a very rare thing indeed.

Everyone knows that we humans benefit from less processed, and certainly even raw foods in our diet . . . fresh fruits, berries, salads. Many of the nutrients present in raw foods have been found to have anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anti-cancer, and even possibly anti-aging properties — many of which are degraded by heating and processing.

Any good doctor or nutritionist would certainly recommend a diet with lots of fresh foods — so why not for our pets, too?

Continued at www.SpotMagazine.Net.

The nutritional support service at the University of California Davis is the leading veterinary nutritional service in the country. They are strongly against the feeding of raw food (either commercial or home prepared) to pets. The main reason that raw food diets are not recommended is primarily because of the risk of bacterial or parasitic contamination and the potential associated health risks. Raw animal products are well documented to be common sources of such pathogens. Consumer reports recently found that over 80% of chicken intended for human consumption was contaminated with Campylobacter and 15% contaminated with Salmonella. Pets eating contaminated raw diets can shed pathogenic microorganisms which can cause them to become ill themselves and also infect other animals and humans. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that eggs, poultry and

all other meat products fed to pets who live with immuno-compromised people be well cooked. These people include the very old, very young and those with immunosuppressive diseases. Pets living with any such people should absolutely not follow a raw food diet.

Advocates of raw food diets claim that the benefits include improved longevity, health and symptoms of chronic illness. Not one scientific study exits to back these claims. Likewise, there is no evidence that raw food diets are better for pets than cooked or processed diets. Many of the proposed benefits of raw food diets can be satisfied with a complete and balanced home-cooked diet.

Continued at www.SpotMagazine.Net.

Raw Food Diets: Safe or Harmful?Raw Food Diets: A Veterinary Perspective

Rochelle LowDVM, Medical Director (VCA-NWVS)

Jennifer LawsonDVM, PhD, DACVN (UC Davis)

Cassandra BrownDVM, DACVIM (VCA-NWVS)


Tour de Lab hits the road Sept. 11 at 10am, hundreds

of cyclists will take to the streets of Portland for the 3rd annual Tour de Lab, a bicycle tour of the four local Lucky Lab brew pubs, in support of DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital.

The two route options include an 18-mile “Puppy” course that visits three pubs, or a 30-mile “Big Dog” hill climb challenge that visits four pubs.

Riders earn dog gear (collar, nose) at rest stops and enjoy human treats as they make their way to the finish line festival at the Dog Park at Lucky Lab Northwest (which includes an all-you-can-eat hot dog bar at the finish line).

Pack up the pooches and jump in for fun at Portland’s biggest dog wash Saturday Sept. 25,

11am-5pm, at the Lucky Labrador Brew Pub, 915 SE Hawthorne

- DoveLewis’s 16th annual Dogtoberfest celebration.

The popular annual event features live bands, a small street fair, services by celebrity dog washers, and more. For a suggested $10 donation per wash, DoveLewis will scrub and dry your pooch, alongside local celebrities doing the dirty work! Several radio and TV celebs have offered their time and elbow grease to soap ‘em up and spray ‘em down. While the pup gets his share of suds, so can his people . . . as well as lunch, live music and great company.

Sponsors will offer all kinds of cool stuff to browse or purchase, and the 2011 DoveLewis calendar will be unveiled during the festivities (never too early to start holiday shopping; the calendars make great gifts and 100% of proceeds benefit Dove). Dogtoberfest t-shirts do too, and there will be plenty on hand.

All proceeds from Dogtoberfest benefit the DoveLewis Blood Bank,

one of the largest volunteer-based blood banks in the nation, providing more than 600 transfusions a year.

The folks at Dove call their donor dogs Superheroes because . . . they are! The gift they provide by fortifying the blood supply with their donations is simply the gift of life. More Superheroes are always needed and wanted. Advances in the science of blood typing in recent years means DoveLewis must “type” more dogs than ever in order to find as many qualified blood donor candidates as possible.

If you and your dog would like to make a difference in the lives of other local pets and their people, contact the DoveLewis Blood Bank for a typing appointment or get details during Dogtoberfest. Either way, come out and play! For more details about the day, visit dovelewisdogtoberfest.com. To learn more about your champ becoming an official Superhero, contact [email protected] or 971-255-5920.

Calling all Westie fans, friends and lovers! DoveLewis’s annual Westie Walk is happening Sept. 11, 10am, at Wallace Park in NW Portland. Hundreds of “Westies” (West Highland Terriers) take their people out for a 1.5-mile jaunt and lots of attention. Canine and human friends of Westies are all welcome.

Dove serves up banquet of

fall fun

BIG ONETHE

And then there’s. . .


is a great time to experiment. When inside, window light can be great. Situations where the light is roughly at eye level are perfect for showing off lots of detail in the eyes. It gets more challenging when you’re outside with the sun directly overhead. But you can still get great photographs.

Sometimes a small shift in the position of your subject’s head can make all the difference. For example a small tilt up can be enough to pick up light from above, giving a whole new look to their eyes.

If your subject is watching a toy or treat you have in hand then try moving it around and watch how the light changes in his or her eyes. This is a good way to practice “speed-reading” the light — most of my 4-legged subjects tire quickly of the “follow the treat” game.

Feel free to practice on your 2-legged friends as well, of course! You don’t even need a camera, just watch their eyes and see how the light plays.

Last month we talked about staying aware of our subject and the environment when we’re photographing. This month I’d like to dive into something specific to focus on.

THIS MONTH’S FOCUS Eyes often communicate much of

the emotional depth in our portraits. They’re called “windows to the soul” for a reason, right? For us to see into those windows we’ve got to have some nice light.

The on-camera flash many cameras have will put light right IN our subjects’ eyes. However, it often results in the red/green/glowing eye effect I’m sure you’ve seen. And unless it’s Halloween, that’s usually not the look we want.

Glowing eye happens when your light source is very close to your lens — as is the case with many on-camera flashes. Such light bounces off the back of the subject’s eye instead of reflecting off the front, which most of us non-optometrists prefer to see.

Many cats and dogs have a reflective surface on the back of their eyes that improves their night vision. Whatever color your pets’ eyes glow is actually the color of

their reflective surface. Us humans just have boring red blood vessels back there.

In the future we’ll discuss how to minimize that effect when using a flash. Meanwhile avoiding the glowing eye effect is another great reason to use natural light.

Using natural light does require more awareness and thinking, but that work pays off with more creative options. The key to developing your awareness is experimenting. Watch the light, watch your subject’s eyes to see when they light up, and when the light starts to make them squint.

Watch what’s reflected in their eyes. The center of the eye in the photo here is mostly blue instead of the typical black. That’s the sky reflecting off his eye.

If you’re photographing outside on a sunny day, early or late in the day when the sun is low on the horizon

David Childs is a professional photographer, photo journalist, instructor, and animal advocate. You can see his work or contact him at www.DavidChildsPhotography.com

THIS MONTH’S ASSIGNMENTI think you’re going to enjoy this one! Try creating a portrait of your pet using existing light to really show off his/her eyes. Ideally, make this a fairly close portrait so we can really see all the great details of their eyes. Don’t worry if we can also see you reflected intheir eyes — that can be a fun way to add another layer of depth to your photographs.

Study with David live! His pet photography classes are offered at OHS. Details,

DavidChildsPhotography.com.

with David Childs

Tricks of theTrade . . . One Frame At A Time

Try the exercise

Send your photos from the assignment to: [email protected]. Please put “Spot Photo Class” in the subject line

Visit www.SpotMagazine.net and click on “Photography 101” to see your photos and those of your fellow students

Share your great work with your friends!

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Meet David here in October for your next session!

CLASS RECAP


New doggy hotel about style, comfort and community

Jake Faris • Spot Magazine

The Murry siblings, Corey, Casey and Jamie, grew up on a farm near Eugene, Oregon. In addition to lifelong animal lovers, they also

turned out to be natural-born entrepreneurs. They put it all to the test late last year when the Murry family came into possession of a two-story building in the shadow of I-405 in Portland’s Pearl District.

After mulling the possibilities, the three decided that whatever the endeavor, it should be something they were passionate about.

“Ideas kept sprouting up,” Corey Murry says. “But we wanted to make sure we brought something different to Portland’s pet scene.” Corey remembers years ago dropping off his dad’s dog at traditional kennel: a cacophony of barking dogs in smelly chain-link dog runs. At the time he says he left thinking, “I never want to have to live through this experience again.”

By design, not your typical boarding facilityIf you’re walking from nearby DoveLewis or Lucky

Lab Brewpub you might notice the interesting modern angles of Sniff Dog Hotel, that is if you aren’t distracted by water bowls in bright fluorescent stands mounted on the building at snout-level. Contemporary and inviting, the water bowls reflect that not only does Sniff have attention for detail, it’s a place that’s truly about community.



Bracketing Sniff Dog’s stylish, semi-circular check-in desk is a sundries shop (stocked with high-quality edibles, gear and brain-teasing toys) and viewing platform. While the sundries are enticing and the front-desk staff gregarious, it is the scene behind the floor-to-ceiling glass that proves most captivating: puppies romping on faux-grass in the enclosed park space.

All-around glass walls afford visibility from nearly any point on the first floor. So even when you’re using one of the two self-dogwash stations, enjoying the breeze from the open garage door (don’t worry, the glass walls also keep doggies in and safe)

you can enjoy the view of pups chasing, running and tumbling.

Inside the park, a movable barrier provides flexibility and an alcove for those who move at a different pace. Along the sides of

the wall are raised dog beds for tuckered Terriers. On the second floor is another play area — the executive lounge — for dogs who prefer playing in a more cozy setting.

Though the entire facility is made for hospitality, the Sniff’s “hotel” accommodations are on the second floor. There are “rooms” for those who desire more traditional boarding accommodations, though not

without thoughtful improvements, like solid doors that preserve the

spirit of “do not disturb,” high-cycle air filtration for air “fresher than many office buildings,” and ambient music playing from hidden speakers.

For the more discriminating, there are Sniff’s Junior Suites; climate-controlled rooms with tiled walls, a lockable glass door, raised bed and flat screen TV (for music or puppy’s favorite shows).

Along the exterior wall are Deluxe Suites and the Penthouse. Deluxe Suites boast 70 square feet of climate-controlledcomfort, with a floor-to-ceiling view

of the neighborhood and a flatscreen TV. The Penthouse is even larger,and its extends to a skylight.

“So,” Casey jokes, “dogs can howl at the moon.”

All-around glass walls afford visibility

from nearly any point on the first floor. So

even when you’re using one of the two self-

dogwash stations, enjoying the breeze

from the open garage door (don’t worry, the

glass walls also keep doggies in and safe)

you can enjoy the view of pups chasing, running and tumbling.


a Golden Retriever (caramel latte) made with Water Avenue espresso while gazing through into the interior dog park. Occasionally the dogs break from playing to run to the windows for a little observation of their own.

The mix of locally-crafted drinkables and edibles with the simple pleasure of watching dogs do their thing yields a quintessentially Portland

experience. Here, you don’t even have to have a dog to enjoy the simple pleasure of community, coffee and canines.

Sniff Dog Hotel and the Sniff Cafe are open from 7-7 weekdays, 9-7 Saturdays, 10-6 Sundays. Learn more at www.sniffdoghotel.com.

kept in labeled cubbies.

“The most important thing is the health and safety of our guests,” Corey says. Because there are so many different breeds from so many different backgrounds, he says, “We try to truly understand the situation . . . that’s how we built the facility, so we can handle all dogs.”

Across from the TV it is a webcam that allows pet parents to remotely see firsthand how their beloved is enjoying his or her accommodations.

In keeping with the tone there is a salon and spa for pooch pampering, and a commercial-grade kitchen. The dietary needs of each guest are tracked with daily reports, and each guest’s belongings are

This comprehensive approach to facility design extends to Sniff’s way with activities. Dogs not into the dog park social scene can use the upstairs play area for one-on-one time with humans. Dogs who love a good walk enjoy jaunts through the smell-rich NW neighborhood.

Mindful of his long-ago experience with boarding, Corey wants people to walk out

the door looking forward to their vacation and feeling good about their pup’s accommodations.

While creating this versatile and inviting canine hotel, the Murrys began to realize Sniff had the potential to be much more. “It’s a social place,” says Corey, “not only for dogs, but for people as well.”

Thinking human community, the Murrys turned an un-utilized area of the building into a cafe that opens out onto the sidewalk. In mid July, just two months after Sniff opened, the Sniff Cafe opened its doors just around the corner from the main entrance.

Casey Murry, proprietor of the light dining establishment, is proud of the locally-produced coffee, beer, wine, and baked goods. Here you can enjoy

The most important thing is the

health and safety of our guests.

Jake Faris is a freelance writer who’s

worn many different hats, including a

hardhat and the 8-point hat of a police

officer. Jake and his wife Charity live

with their two cats and four dogs in

Beaverton. The whole pack moved

to Portlandfrom Wenatchee, WA three

years ago. Now a dedicated Orego-

nian, Jake finds new reasons to love

his adopted state every day.

Contact him at [email protected]


Every day, 70,000 puppies and kittens are born in the United States due to

uncontrolled breeding practices. Add to that offspring from stray and abandoned animals and the number climbs. Comparing this figure to the 10,000 people born in the US every day, the math doesn’t shake out — there simply aren’t enough homes for all the new arrivals.

For every single “owned” pet in this country there are four more who are homeless and hungry, facing a life without love or the safety of home.

And while there is a great and growing safety net for companion animals in this country, the reality is that shelters are overwhelmed. The sheer number of animals needing care greatly exceeds the

resources required to support them all — including shelter space, vet care, food, even just the loving attention that’s equally vital.

We all share the heartbreaking

sadness for the dogs and cats that end up in America’s shelters. The Humane Society of the United States estimates that 6-8 million dogs and cats enter shelters annually, and four million are euthanized (about one every eight seconds). The majority of these animals would have made wonderful pets.

“Euthanasia is the #1 killer of dogs and cats, more so than all diseases.” says Kathie Nelson, executive director of Oregon Spay/Neuter Fund (OS/NF), an organization whose mission is to reduce and end pet overpopulation

by working with the veterinary community to provide discounted spay/neuter services.

And while a crisis like pet overpopulation and all that goes with it can seem insurmountable when taken in all at once, like so

many things in life, there are basic steps anyone can take that truly have the power to bring a solution. Spaying and/or neutering your pet is the one proven way to reduce the staggering pet overpopulation epidemic.

Begun in the early 1980s, OS/NF is a small, all-volunteer nonprofit. Volunteers handle everything from fundraising endeavors to outreach, and transportation to manning the phones (the group receives 5,000-6,000 calls a year). The grassroots group works tirelessly to end the needless deaths of companion animals by eliminating the barriers and causes (cost, education and transport) that prevent many people from taking this one small but immeasurably important step.

“Unfortunately, some things are put on the back burner when finances are tight,” says Nelson. Few can count themselves lucky for not feeling a pinch in the wallet these days. Many people put off ‘important-but-not-so-urgent’ things like servicing the car, getting a dental checkup . . . or having the family pet spayed or neutered. This is a false cost-

Spay/Neuter

Vonnie Harris • Spot Magazine

Together we can fix this.


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cutting measure: the cost of fixing an overheated radiator, getting a filling or dealing with an unwanted litter of puppies or kittens costs MUCH more than preventative measures do. Still, when money’s tight, we take the gamble anyway.

While we can do things to minimize the risk of our gamble — like checking the car’s fluids, or being extra diligent about flossing — it’s much harder to stop a couple of unfixed animals from doing what comes naturally.

OS/NF is working to eliminate the gamble by providing coupons for low-cost spay/neuter. Eight local veterinarians and two shelters redeem the coupons for sterilization procedures at drastically-reduced prices. Featured this month are two clinics, Tigard Animal Hospital and Village at Main Veterinary Hospital, offering further discounts for dog spay/neuter. Additional flyers for all participating locations can be downloaded online or mailed upon request. This month, and hopefully in months to come, 20,000 coupons have been inserted in every copy

of Spot. Inserting the coupons was made possible through generous support from All for Paws, Meat for Cats and Dogs, The Muttley Crew, Pets on Broadway and Salty’s Dog & Cat Shop.

“When we all pull together we can get tons done,” says Spot Publisher and Editor, Jennifer McCammon. “In this case, Spot has coordinated the pieces to get the coupons out, and provided

information in the magazine. The coupon sponsors have done their part by contributing funds to get the coupons inserted. What readers can do is use or pass along the coupons, and patronize and/or tell others about the good companies contributing to this effort.”

Nelson points out, “There are no income limitations or residency requirements,” describing the campaign. “The OS/NF program is open to anyone.” For the financially-strapped OSNF will often subsidize part or all of

the cost of surgery, as well as pre-treatment expenses like flea control and rabies vaccinations. OS/NF will even help resolve other issues, like the lack of a pet carrier or transportation to the vet’s office.

The program is a win-win for the animals and for participating veterinarians, since pets need care throughout their lives. “It’s a wonderful way to meet new clients,” says Dr. Ken Genova of Tigard Animal Hospital, where 10-30 spay/neuter surgeries are performed daily. “And it’s a way to give back to the community.”

Participating veterinarians can do two — or 200 — surgeries a month. “Every single procedure is important,” says Nelson. Just one unaltered female cat and her offspring can produce an estimated 420,000 cats in only seven years. In six years, one female dog and her offspring can produce 67,000 puppies. Passing by one animal without seeing to it that she or he is spayed or neutered is turning our backs on thousands of future unwanted animals and more than likely condemning them to hideous fates. Nelson adds that she’s confident the pet overpopulation problem can be solved with community involvement and by being pro-active.

OS/NF also refers many to other income-based programs. One, Animal Shelter Alliance of Portland’s Spay & Save, is a four-county effort, exclusively for cats. Its goal: to alter 10,000 cats per year for the next five years above the current baseline in an effort to end feline euthanasia. Qualified low-income individuals have additional locations to choose

The Humane Society of the United States estimates

that 6-8 million dogs and cats enter shelters

annually, and four million are euthanized (about

one every eight seconds). The majority of these animals

would have made wonderful pets.


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from and those receiving certain types of public assistance pay just $10, and may have the entire cost of a cat’s spay or neuter surgery subsidized. On the reverse of the OS/NF coupon is an S&S flyer; additional copies can be downloaded at www.asapmetro.org. Spot’s readers can help area

kitties by posting the flyer in prominent locations.

“From the macro- to the micro-scale, spayed and neutered pets live longer, healthier and happier lives.” Nelson says.

Spaying female cats and dogs greatly reduces urinary tract infections and the risk of ovarian, breast and uterine cancers. Plus, it eradicates the messy (and in some cases crazy-making) experience of a pet “in heat.” Neutering reduces territorial spraying & marking, the risk of hernias, and prostrate and

testicular cancers. Dogs and cats neutered early are less likely to have an urge to escape and roam. Studies also show that neutering greatly decreases aggression in males and results in a more sociable animal.

Every STRAY animal costs taxpayers about $100 each to

catch, feed, and destroy. One female cat and her offspring can

produce 420,000 cats in 7 years. One female dog and

her offspring can produce 67,000 puppies in 6 years. – Animal World Network

Vonnie Harris is a freelance writer, and operator of BowWows & Meows Pet Services of SW WA. She and her brood, Jake and Jessie, both yellow Labs, and parrots Pedro (Yellow-Nape Amazon) and Lorali (African Grey) reside in Vancouver. Vonnie also is “the face of Spot” at many Portland-area pet-related events. Contact her at [email protected].

“If you’re on a budget, the best thing you can do is spay or neuter your pet,” says Nelson. “You will save on future veterinarian costs in the future.”

Spaying or neutering is a one-time cost (which can be next to


Dog Appreciation Day celebrated

Sept. 11 is Dog Appreciation Day, and Haggen Food & Phar-macy in Oregon City, along with FIDO (Friends Involved in Dog Outreach) and FidosCityGuide present a day of doggie fun and adventure 11-3 at Haggen, locat-ed at 19701 Hwy 213. Highlights of the day include contests and games, a dog wash, a pet food drive for AniMeals and the Dog Food Bank, low-cost rabies vac-cinations and microchipping. Also on site will be pet pros in-cluding trainers, groomers, pet psychics and adoptable animals, plus live-saving demos by the Clackamas County Fire Dept. PetUtopia hosts

fall carnival

Fall signals the carnival season, and PetUtopia will host its first annual Sept. 25, 10-3, at Greater Portland Bible Church, 2374 SW Vermont in Portland. Activities will include sample K9 Nosework classes with Joyce Biethan, Pet Portraits by Jim Stulting, agil-ity demos & confidence runs with Bobbie Lyons, A Taste of TTouch with Lauren McCall and Debby Potts, K9 Freestyle Dancing Demos by Dogs Gone Dancin’, Gardening with Pets in Mind with Ron Field, readings by animal communicator, Faye Pietrokowsky, a Blessing of the Animals, contests, raffles, treats & more.

Attendees are asked to bring unopened pet food, and/or gear for PAW Team (Portland Animal Welfare), an organization provid-ing vet care to pets of the home-less and low-income. Donations of unopened/unexpired people food will be accepted for Great-er Portland Bible Church’s food pantry. For more details, visit www.petutopia.com.

Training classes begin at

Stay Pet Hotel

Four- and six-week training classes began last month at Stay Pet Hotel board and daycare in NE Portland. Classes are open to the public, led by experienced trainers Emily Martin of Pawsi-tively Pets and Erin Winton of Spot On. Classes to choose from include Beginning & Int. Obedi-ence, Handling, Tricky Puppy and Canine Good Citizen. Class size is limited; for more details or to register, call 503-228-7829 or visit staypethotel.com.

Responsible Dog Ownership Days

are here

Each year, hundreds of organi-zations around the country host free, fun events where current and future dog guardians can celebrate the month-long AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Days. Events are held through-out September; to find events in your community, visit www.akc.org/rdod and plug in your state. Each is unique, but many include obedience and agility demos, mi-crochip and health clinics, breed rescue information, contests, games and giveaways.

A great way to show family and friends how well-mannered your dog can be, take the AKC Ca-nine Good Citizen (CGC) Test, a 10-step challenge that rewards well-mannered, obedient dogs, and is offered at many events.

Amazing Grace: she’s always

working!

Amazing Gracie is well known throughout the West for her stel-lar accomplishments, including national commercials, local tele-vision appearances (she resides in Eugene), her popular revue-style shows (which have helped raise thousands of dollars for pet and human charities), and even performing as Toto in two pro-ductions of The Wizard of Oz.

This month Gracie lent a paw to the Spot crew as they prepared for the an-nual “Willamette Valley edition,” featuring the winner and con-tenders of the 2010 Willamette Valley Cover Model Search, as well as feature stories on area orgs and professionals. This year’s issue will also feature Grace herself. The Spot crew says “Thanks, Gracie!” and en-courages readers to tune in next month for Amazing Grace’s fas-cinating story.


Crested mix recently traveled to Oregon Humane Society as part of the Portland shelter’s Second Chance program, which reaches out to shelters around the region with too many animals and too few adopters. These babies went from looking like motley mutts to the pride of the pack — all they need now are new homes to make their major makeovers complete!

The six dogs shuttled from the Coos County Animal shelter to OHS are friendly and sociable, but needed serious help with grooming. OHS turned to Petco’s Jantzen Beach store for help, and the dogs returned looking beautiful.

“Sitter’s List” info in a flash

Technology has transformed the

Bunny report The Rabbit Advocates continue to report great success with their monthly outreach events at Western Pet Supply in Bea-verton, during which they offer education about house rabbits and, in the “Pawdicure Corral,” provide light grooming, which they say continues to grow in popularity.“It’s an awesome and heart-warming experience that en-ables our group to make bunnies healthier and happier, to garner donations for our Medical Fund, to plant seeds about rabbit adop-tion, and to enable caretakers to truly enjoy their little pets. Plus, it’s just plain fun!” says Elizabeth Olson of The Rabbit Advocates. To learn more visit rabbitadvo-cates.org.

Shelter Pets get new look, new

chance The before and after photos tell the tale. Four Maltese mixes, a Yorkshire terrier and a Chinese

job of preparing instructions and notes for pet sitters, putting all the vitals on a flash drive. Trav-elStix come in two versions: the “Pet Care” flash drive for pet sit-ters, and the “Travel for Dogs” drive for guardians whose pets are traveling with them. Trav-elStix include comprehensive forms and information, from a photo of the pet to food allergies and medications and veterinary contact information. Just plug it into any computer for access to any- and everything a care-giver might need. TravelStix also includes an authorization for medical decisions, allowing caregivers to respond in emer-gencies and make decisions in a pet parent’s absence. Details MyTravelStix.com.

Camp Bow Wow extends support

to shelters nationwide

The Camp Bow Wow pet services company has launched the “On Our Way Home Project,” offering shelters across the country free consulting, operational counsel,

marketing guidance, real estate and construction assistance for remodels and new facilities, plus additional instruction and tools. Further, the Project will train shelter managers wishing to in-corporate socialization for pets, ultimately helping the animals to become more adoptable.

In most cases, shelters are high-stress environments for animals, as they are often isolated and have limited opportunity for ex-ercise and social interaction. Social interaction, “enrichment” and exercise can increase the likelihood of adoption, as social-ized animals tend to be calmer, more friendly and affection-ate when meeting prospective adoptive families. They are also returned less often, as they tend to adapt better to new homes.

In addition to offering tips and tools to develop and improve shelters nationwide, Camp Bow Wow will choose one shelter in need of renovation for a Camp Bow Wow Makeover. A call for entries is posted at OnOurWay-HomeProject.com. Details camp-bowwow.com.


the InBark Suite has already proven to be a hit.

Every detail of the facility, from checkerboard linoleum tiles to a self-serve dog wash, is designed with pet parents in mind. Yet the details are easy to miss when absorbing InBark’s main feature: 5,000 square feet of ersatz sod.

With cushy backing, the synthetic, mid-length blades feel like a spongy, well-thatched lawn. A fence separates the lawn into a large rectangle for optimal ball-throwing; a smaller area provides for diminutive, shy, or more temperamental types. Against the long wall is a waist-high water feature. The shallow pool at the base is ideal for a quick drink or a luxurious soak.

For owners concerned about sanitation, messes are removed and then soaked with Simple Green, and all the grass is saturated nightly with veterinary disinfectant. In fact, because each dog must provide current vaccination records, some guardians bring their puppies to InBark because they needn’t worry about some viruses they might be exposed to at a dog park.

Possession of a pooch isn’t necessarily required to enjoy the sense of community, not to mention the controlled climate and full-spectrum lighting. “There are a couple of folks who don’t have dogs who just come in and want to pet the dogs and get their dog fix,” says Cooper.

New on the scene . . .

InBarka place to stay, play and spend the dayJake Faris • Spot Magazine

Cari Cooper moved to Portland from Florida just over three years ago. As a lifelong dog guardian and lover, one thing she liked right

away about her new town was its thriving canine culture. She also soon discovered something else about Portland: mud.

After one outing, Cooper remembers thinking, “Wow, I love Portland, but there’s so much mud on the ground for so much of the year you practically have to wash your dog when you bring them in from playing.” Her realization eventually led to the idea behind InBark.

What was needed, she thought, was an indoor park where dogs could play without the mess. Cooper called her friend Cindi Crimmel, who liked the idea and agreed to be a partner. Both women are lifelong dog-lovers, but this is their first foray in the pet industry.

“It seems like a good fit,” says Cooper. “We both came into it wanting to do something more than corporate America.” Judging from the happy pets and their people coming through InBark’s door, it’s a good fit all around.

Located in the crook of I-5 and 217 just north of Bridgeport Village in Beaverton, InBark is a unique hybrid of dog park, day care and boarding facility. The building sprawls over 14,000 square feet, complete with kennels and runs for boarding. Also on the menu is the InBark Suite — furnished with bed, nightstands and TV, where one or more dogs should feel right at home.

“A lot of folks are concerned because maybe their dog hasn’t been kenneled before,” says Cooper, “so we want to provide an experience that’s more like they would have at home.” Booked through the holidays,

Cari Cooper


The full measure of InBark’s popularity is shown by dogs coming through the door. Shannon Henessey, dropping off her black Lab mix Tiki for daycare while I interviewed Cooper, said, “We go for both daycare and pop-in playdays, and she never leaves disappointed. It immediately became her favorite place to play.”

To illustrate the point, Tiki kept trying to open the door into the park area. Cooper didn’t bat an eye. “That’s why I keep the door to the front desk locked.”

Jake Faris is a freelance writer who’s worn many different hats, including a

hardhat and the 8-point hat of a police officer. Jake and his wife Charity live

with their two cats and four dogs in Beaverton. The whole pack moved to

Portlandfrom Wenatchee, WA three years ago. Now a dedicated Oregonian, Jake finds new reasons to love his adopted

state every day.

Contact him at jake@spotmagazinenet

Every detail of the facility is designed with pet parents in mind.

InBark officially opened in June. Hours 7-8 Monday through Saturday, 10-5 Sunday. Park fees start at $8/dog for all-day in and out privileges. Bulk packages are available. Stop by, or learn more at www.goinbark.com.

Best Dog on the

Planet

Photos by Krista Snook

Marley, 9 yr old Bernese w/ Uma

— Larry Miller Mt Dogs Meetup Group

Please say hello to our newest

additions, Daphne and Garbo.

We rescued this mother/daughter

team and they have been WON-

derful. Daphne is the mom.

— Shannon the Avon Lady, Sandy OR

Spotted!


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sept 23, 2010: Brett weed re having his children abducted to Japan.

sept 30, 2010: sonja harju with an update on oregon issues.

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WANTED: BARN HOMES FOR FERAL CATS & KITTENS 12 feral kittens & 10 cats have been left to fend for themselves on an abandoned property. They will be spayed/neutered before placing. They need regular feeding in order to keep up the good work they do in providing you a rodent-free property. Please

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sEPtEMBEr • 2010

PORTLAND • 5:30pm — SPOT WALK! “Diamonds in the Pearl” is a fun meet-up stroll through the Pearl featuring a little sight-seeing and a ton of fun! This first Spot Walk is led by guest Dogwalker LeRae Hunt of Recess in the Pearl. Spot Walks enrollment ($25) includes a PE-Tometer, a Tshirt, and admission to all 2010 Spot Walks! Details 503.261.1162 or [email protected]

• Large indoor/outdoor covered runs with heated floors • Many Optional Activities • Separate, Quiet Cattery • Unscheduled Tours Invited

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30845 SW Lukas RoadHillsboro, OR 97123Ph: 503-628-2169Fax: 503-628-4251

Open daily 7:30am - 7:30pm Members of Pet Care Services Association

3 FridayEUGENE • Feline Fridays at Greenhill Humane. Adoption Discounts on all felines every Friday in September: adult cats $35, kittens $50. Details green-hill.org.

4 SaturdayPORTLAND • Mr. Callaway Classic Golf Tournament & Yappy Hour to benefit OHS. $85 includes golf, cart, balls, prizes, dinner & admission to Yappy Hour. Details www.ewgapdx.com.

PORTLAND • 10am — Pet Nutrition & News with Chip Sammons on KKPZ, 1330 AM radio. Chip helps you help your pets live long, healthy, happy lives. Airs every Saturday at 10.

PORTLAND • Noon-4 — OHS Adop-tion Outreach at Furever Pets, 1902 NE Broadway.

SHERWOOD/ PORTLAND METRO • Noon — Adopt a Cat this Weekend. CAT counselors are on site at local PetsMart stores ‘til 4. PetsMarts are located at Cascade Station, in Clacka-mas, Hillsboro, Tanasbourne, Tigard, Tualatin, Wilsonville and Washington Square. Also noon-4 the weekends of Sept. 10, 18 and 25.

5 SundayPLEASANT HILL OR • 11am — Ca-nine socials at Opportunity Barks every Sunday. Small dogs (to 30 lbs) ‘til noon, larger dogs noon-1. Coffee & homemade treats for dogs & humans. Details 541-726-8435.

PORTLAND • Noon-4 — OHS Adop-tion Outreach at PetsMart, 9721 NE Cascades Pkwy.

SHERWOOD • Noon-2 — The Cat Food Bank is open to provide cat food for cat owners in financial need. Locat

ADOPTION / RESCUE Multnomah County Animal Services 7

BOARDING / DAYCARE3 Dogs Boarding & Daycare 2Brody’s Doghouse 28Cooper Mountain Kennel 19Countryside Pet Spa 7Laurel Acres Kennels 29

CREMATION / MEMORIAL / HOME EUTHANASIACompassionate Care 28Dignified Pet Services 9Loved Forever Memorials 28Memoreasy Keepsakes 28

DOG WALKING / PET SITTINGRecess in the Pearl 27

EVENTSDoggie Palooza 20DoveLewis Dogtoberfest 25KPSU Weekend Report 28MCAS Rabies, Lic, ‘Chip Clinic 7Pet First Aid 15

FITNESSPaws Aquatics 17

FOOD / TREATS BiMart 32Healthy Pets Northwest 21The Muttley Crew 28Not for Dogs Only 28Snowfire - distributor of fine foods 14Solid Gold Northwest 13

FUNDRAISING Shannon the Avon Lady 28

GROOMING Cooper Mountain Kennel 19Countryside Pet Spa 7

LAWN & GARDENGardenWorld 28

PHARMACYCreative Compounds 17Heartland Veterinary Supply 2

PORTRAITSPainted Dog Studios 28

PRODUCTSDawg Daze Direct 28Healthy Pets Northwest 21Not For Dogs Only Gluten-Free 28Snowfire - distributor of fine foods 14

SUPPLIESBiMart 32Healthy Pets Northwest 21Heartland Veterinary Supplies 2

SOCIAL / PET NETWORKINGpdxdog.com 31

SPAY / NEUTER Multnomah County Animal Services 7

VACATION RENTALS Bennington Properties 23Idyllic Beach House 27, 28

VETERINARY CARE Animal Allergy & Ear Clinic of Oregon 23Back on Track Vet Rehabilitation Center 19Cascade Vet Referral Ceneter (CVRC) 10SkinVet Clinic 11VCA NW Veterinary Specialists 15

WELLNESSAnimal Allergy & Ear Clinic 23Back on Track 19Cascade Vet Referral Ceneter (CVRC) 10Paws Aquatics 17SkinVet Clinic 11

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1 WednesdaySALEM • Oregon State Fair. Visit The Oregon Veterinary Medical As-sociation and learn about the current campaign on pet obesity. Oregon State Fairgrounds, Salem thru Sept. 6.

SHERWOOD • September is National Preparedness month. If you have pets you should also have an emergency kit for them. Tips to build your kit & more from Cat Adoption Team at catadoption-team.org.

2 ThursdayPORTLAND • 5-9 — Sniff Dog Hotel Grand Opening Celebration at 18th & Raleigh. Tee off or ride on for OHS pets. Bites & beverages, raffle prizes, OHS adoptables and tours & hotel discounts.

PORTLAND • 6:05pm — Get Out! Tune in for events happening this week-end for pets and their people. Spot’s Furry FunPlanner report opens the KPSU Family Show on 98.1 fm radio.


Paws half-day motorcycle ride to benefit OHS. The ride begins at Wing-man on NE 105th Ave., and ends at OHS with ice cream and refreshments, a 50/50 drawing & door prizes. Cost $20/rider, $5/passenger. RSVP to oregonhumane.org.

PORTLAND • 9am — Tour de Lab Doggerific Bicycle Pub Tour. Tour the 3 Lucky Lab pubs via the 30-mile “Big Dog” or 18-mile “Puppy” route. Experi-enced and well-behaved dogs welcome in trailers/carriers. RSVP in advance: http://www.tourdelab.com/.

EUGENE • Noon-4 — 2nd annual ‘Haute Dog’ contest at the Hilton Courtyard plaza. $20/dog, $15 for Greenhill grads. Prizes for best trick, pet-owner look-a-like, and cutest dog. Prizes include an overnight at the dog-friendly Hilton. Entry forms available at event host LexiDog at 5th Street Public Market or at green-hill.org.

PORTLAND • Noon-3 — OHS Adop-tion Outreach at Kiehl’s 712 NW 23rd Ave. and at Tigard PetsMart.

PORTLAND • Noon-2:30 — The Pongo Fund Pet Food Bank, helping anyone who needs help feeding their pet(s), is open ‘til 3 at 910 NE MLK Jr Blvd in Portland. Details thepongofund.org.

PORTLAND • 1pm — Memorial Art Community Workshop at DoveLewis in NW Portland. Families 1-2:30, ages 16-adult 3-4:30. Enid Traisman MSW facilitates. Create a unique memento of your beloved and spend a little time in good company. Free; RSVP to dovelewis.org/giftshop.

PORTLAND • 3:30-5pm — Pet Portrait Photography workshop at Oregon Humane Society. Cost $50; details/RSVP oregonhumane.org.

CLACKAMAS • Noon-4 — OHS Adop-tion Outreach at Clackamas PetsMart.

HOOD RIVER • Noon-5 — Vino & Fido at the Wy’East Vineyards Tasting Room to benefit Hood River’s Adopt-A-Dog. Wy’East Vineyards’ own adopted mutts, Asia and Roxie, “host” the event, demonstrating the cheerful, if shy, companionship every dog can give. BYOD (Bring Your Own Dog) if desired. Events include raffles, Doggie Diving 1-4, Scavenger Hunt in the Vineyard at 2, Dog-Gone Easy Obstacle Course at 2:30, costume contest at 3. Also meet adoptables, Adopt-A-Dog alumni and The Adopt-A-Dog team. Details hoodriveradoptadog.org or [email protected].

VANCOUVER WA • Noon-3 — Tricky Puppy class by Pawsitively Pets at Tails R Waggin. Tired of obedience? Let loose and have some fun, for you and your dog! Learn great tricks like shake, rollover, play dead, plus fun enrichment games. pre-registration required; call 360-258-0986 or visit pawsitively-pets.org.

WALTERVILLE * 10am — Walterville Community Fair. Parade at 11 (check-in at 10), lunch, games, classic country entertrainment. Details 541-747-4560 or 541-726-2951.

12 SundayPORTLAND • 9am — Ride for the

DON’T MISS

THE WESTIE WALK!

September 11

at CAT’s shelter at 14175 SW Galbreath Dr.

HILLSBORO • 1pm — Puppy Romp at Schroeder’s Den Sundays with Dr. Kirsten Nielsen, CPDT. Weekly fun & socialization for puppies helps build confident, well-adjusted dogs. Trainer-supervised. Puppies 10 weeks to 6 months. Admission $8. Details/RSVP schroedersden.com or 503-614-9899.

6 MondaySHERWOOD • 11-7 — CAT’s Sher-wood shelter is open on Labor Day.

9 ThursdayPORTLAND • 6:05pm — Get Out! Tune in for events happening this week-end for pets and their people. Spot’s Furry FunPlanner report opens the KPSU Family Show on 98.1 fm radio.

10 FridayPORTLAND • 5-9pm — OHS Adop-tion Outreach at 2nd Fridays between NE 42nd & 50th Aves. on Fremont.

11 SaturdayPORTLAND • 9am — Westie Walk. A 1.5 mile walk for Westies and friends of Westies. Admission $20 benefits DoveLewis’ Velvet Assistance Fund. Details dovelewis.org.


OREGON CITY • 11-3 — Dog Appre-ciation Day at Haggen Food. Pet Food Drive for AniMeals & the Dog Food Bank, dog wash, pet 1st aid, contests & games, and low-cost rabies vaccina-tions & microchipping. Free. Details [email protected].

BEAVERTON • Noon — Find some bunny to Love. Meet sweet adoptables and their Rabbit Advocates at Western Pet Supply in Beaverton ‘til 3. Conver-sation/info about care & adoption, plus light grooming & nail trims for visiting bunnies (suggested donation). Details adoptarabbit.org.

14 TuesdayPORTLAND • 5pm — Intro to Basic Manners Dog Training classes at Oregon Humane. Fun, positive dog training classes built for flex schedules. Intro classes ($15) offered at varying times today & Sept. 25. Training classes offered Tues-Fri. Advance at your own pace; by a “training pass” and go when convenient.

PORTLAND • 7pm — Puppy Romp at OHS. Exposing puppies to new dogs and letting them run, play & socialize helps prevent behavioral problems later. Admission $15/puppy. Details oregonhumane.org.


18 SaturdayEUGENE • 8am-2pm — annual Gigantic Parking Lot Sale hosted by Stop Pet Overpopulation Today (SPOT) at We Suds ‘Em, 192 West 11th (at Charnelton). Tons of new pet items at bargain prices & thousands of household, yard, garden and decorat-ing items, plus jewelry, clothing, crafts, sporting goods, office & home furniture, appliances, computers, TVs, books, CDs and more. Details 541-684-4429 or [email protected].


PORTLAND • 12:30pm — Problem Pooch class at Oregon Humane in Portland. Great for new or soon-to-be pet guardians, and those who just want to know what makes Fido tick. Free; no need to RSVP. Please leave pets at home. Details oregonhumane.org.

PORTLAND • 4:30-5:30 — Small Dog Playgroup at OHS. Little dogs get to run around with new friends and burn off energy in a safe environment. Open


Meet the our winning Cover Model next

month! All who entered will be featured inside!

15th & Fremont. Suggested donation $10-$30.

PORTLAND * Noon-2:30 — The Pongo Fund Pet Food Bank, helping anyone who needs help feeding their pet(s), is open ‘til 3 at 910 NE MLK Jr Blvd in Portland. Details thepongofund.org.

29 WednesdayPORTLAND • 6-8 — Waggy Hour with LexiDog & OHS at the Jupiter Hotel, 800 E. Burnside. Local wines, food, pet-related artists and adoptable pets. Also on site: a vet, holistic health specialist, animal massage therapist, nutrition specialist and groomer.


before 9, $65/after 9. Details wild-cathaven.org.

PORTLAND • 7pm — Puppy Romp at OHS. Exposing puppies to new dogs and letting them run, play & socialize helps prevent behavioral problems later. Admission $15/puppy. Details oregonhumane.org.

26 SundayCLACKAMAS • Noon-3 — Pet First Aid course with VCA NW Veterinary Specialists at REI Clackamas (on 82nd Ave.). Lecture followed by hands-on lab covering CPR, bandaging & basic physical exams. Topics will include: common pet emergencies (bloat, trau-ma, heat stroke), preventing emergen-cies, common toxicities. Led by 3 VCA doctors, participants will receive CPR certificates. RSVP to 503-656-3999 or [email protected].

PORTLAND • Noon-4 — Dog Wash featuring Aussie Pet Grooming to benefit OHS at Whole Foods Market at


25 SaturdayPORTLAND — World Animal Festival at the Oregon Zoo. Music, dance, storytelling, crafts & various other activities showcasing how animals are celebrated around the world.

PORTLAND • 10am — Mt Dog Meet-up in Fernhill Park the last Saturday of each month. Meet at the SE corner of Fernhill Park. Details 503-282-6706.

PORTLAND • 10-2 — OHS Adoption Outreach at Beauty for the Beast, 5215 N. Lombard.


EUGENE • 11am-2pm — Pet First Aid clinic at Greenhill. Info/RSVP to [email protected].

PORTLAND • 11-5 — Dogtoberfest at Lucky Lab Brew Pub, 915 SE Hawthorne. Dog wash, street fair & live music to support the DoveLewis Blood Bank.

BEAVERTON • 1-4 — AKC Respon-sible Dog Ownership Day at Petco, 4037 SW 117th. Highlights include: Ca-nine Good Citizens tests goodie bags for dogs, Comic Canine Photo Contest, vendors, contests & games, the Great Petco Hot Dog Race, seminars and info re: nutrition, the S.T.A.R. Puppy program. Proceeds support the PETCO Foundation. Details 503-644-6558.

PORTLAND • 6-10pm — WildCat Haven’s CATsino Royale 6th annual Big Cat Bash at the Melody Ballroom. Gambling, live/silent auctions, raffle, food, beverage & music. Tickets $50/

The Willamette Valley Cover Model

search wrapped last month in Eugene.

to dogs over five months and under 20 pounds. Admission $15/dog.

PORTLAND • 6:30-8 — Shy Dog workshop at OHS. Timid & shy dogs require special handling and training. Learn methods to boost your dog’s confidence and help him/her be less fearful. Admission $35/with dog, $25/without. Details oregonhumane.org.

19 SundayEUGENE — 2010 Ferret Agility Trials. The biggest annual fundrais-ing/educational event for Lane Area Ferret Shelter and Rescue. Ferrets participate in the tube run, paper bag escape, yawning contest, and strongest ferret. Winners receive gold, silver & bronze “medals.” Also on tap: raffles (includes a brand new Wii console) and silent/oral auctions. Details [email protected].

EUGENE — A Home of One’s Own Adopt-a-Less-Adoptable-Pet Week sponsored by Petfinder.com. Check the Petfinder website for details.

VENETA — 1st annual Pours for Paws Southern Willamette Artisan Wine & Food Celebration at Domaine Meriwether Winery in Veneta to benefit Greenhill. Live Music, 12 artisan winery booths, food and beautiful views! De-tails green-hill.org or [email protected].

PORTLAND • 12:30-5 — OHS Adop-tion Outreach at Gay Fair on the Square, Pioneer Courthouse Square.

PORTLAND • 3:30-5pm — Pet Portrait Photography workshop at Oregon Humane Society. Cost $50; details/RSVP oregonhumane.org.

22 WednesdaySELLWOOD • 7:15pm — Animal Mas-sage with Rubi. Intro to Pet Massage with Heal NW at Sellwood Dog Supply. Learn techniques that calm, relieve tension and refocus attention during training. Heal provides one-on-one in-struction, take-home info and dog beds for the class. Cost $45; RSVP at host location in advance: 503-239-1517.

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