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18 Tricks of the Trade . . . one frame at a time with David ChildsSavoring the moment

8 Rescue Me!Furbabies in need of forever loving families. Rescue Me! showcases sweetie pies who really need (and so deserve) an added boost — some are older, medically affected, or have just been too long in shelter.

14 Here, Kitty, KittyVolunteers are the heart and soul of rescues and shelters, and expert Kathy Covey, Spot’s feline guru, tells why . . . and how anyone can be part of the solution.

9 MatchmakerMegan presents the winning-est dog at Westminster . . . the Scottie.

6 Book ReviewThings Your Dog Doesn’t Want You to Know

7 We’ve Been Shopping!This month it’s all about dog and cat treats, in the raw.

6 Blog ReportFlying Poodles? You bet!

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• Feline politico makes waves• Who’s that giant rabbit?!• WHS seeks nominations for Humaneitarian Award• Speaking of volunteers• Turning 8 and doing GREAT• Stay home, play, get paid• The Dog Food Dude dishes up new canine cookbook • Good news for the pet services market• New PDX dog park under construction

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10 JUMP! Agility’s become anybody’s game! Meet furry, feathered and cotton-tailed contenders and learn how people are teaming up with all variety of critters to hop, crawl and peck in and around obstacle courses. After reading all about it, see them in action! See Spot Videos at spotmagazine.net.

SPECIAL PULL OUT GUIDENW Pet Fair Show Guide The 11th annual NW Pet & Companion Fair unleashes at the Portland Expo Center May 5 and 6, and Spot’s got your guide on the events, vendors and attractions on tap during the largest pet adoption and expo in the Northwest. Also, meet the dynamic duo who rescued this event.

15 The spring bloom to watch out for With warmer weather, the danger of toxic algae blooms in lakes, rivers and even nearby creeks makes it vital for pet parents to pay close attention during outdoor adventures. Learn what to look for and how to keep your pets safe from these potentially fatal water conditions.

ONLINE Make Mine Chocolate

Giving the gift of a rabbit for Easter isn’t always a good idea. While bunnies make wonderful pets, they require

more care and attention than many people realize, which is why the best

Easter gifts are often the candy variety.

ONLINEMake Mine Chocolate

Giving the gift of a rabbit for Easter isn’t always a good idea. While bunnies make wonderful pets, they require

more care and attention than many people realize, which is why the best

Easter gifts are often the candy variety.

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MagazineVol. 7 • No. 7APRIL • 2012 MISSION:

OUR MISSIONCompanion and working animals are important, beloved members of the family. Spot Magazine is the one-stop resource for information, ideas, and events of interest to these animals and their people.

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From the Publisher

It’s been an industrious winter here at Spot, and we’re excited to � nally get the chance to get out and play with our favorite pets and their peeps! There’s plenty of opportunity, with the NW Pet Fair coming up (get your Show Guide inside this issue), the Doggie Dash, Walk for the Animals and more. Stay tuned to the FunPlanner (in print, online and at 98.1 fm) — the roster’s packed with great stuff , and the Spot crew is usually on the scene, ready to chat and play, and share samples and Goodie Bags.

The renovations to Spot’s House online are wrapping up, and I can’t wait for you to stop by and see the “House that David and Vonnie built” . . . Wow! Late installations include extraordinary professional Guest Experts who’ll be blog-ging the latest in Health & Wellness, Animal Welfare, the Pet Biz and more. Whatever you may need to keep your pets happy, healthy, playing and learn-ing, you’ll fi nd it at Spot’s House, www.spotmagazine.net. Come on ovah!

I’ll keep it brief this month, as I’m sharing the page with a new arrival to Spot, Jade’s Pet Frames, and a heartfelt farewell to a friend.

I’ll close by saying THANK YOU — to the businesses and professionals who support Spot (please support them!), and YOU, our reader, who regularly shares your love for Spot, the animals, and those who serve them, and your ideas and suggestions. Thank you! See you soon at upcoming events!

The Spot crew bids a fond and sad farewell to Steve Evans, who joined the company even before Spot was born — some 8 years ago when we were publishing Portland Family Magazine (sold in ’06). Steve was a member of our delivery crew, fondly dubbed “Friendly People.” Every month Steve would come to HQ, sit at the table with his co� ee and chitchat, occasionally hit the baby grand to all our delights, and share stories, ideas, tales of his beloved Zak, and just “play” with the crew. Steve, we bid you Godspeed, and extend our heartfelt thanks for your friendship, service, and the light you shone in our lives.

Steve Evans February 2, 1949 –

March 9, 2012

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Meet Baxter aka Bunny ManAge: 1 year old

Breed: Flemish Giant

Pack: Lives with his handler and friend, Hannah Z (pictured with Baxter), Shawn & Brian, Daisy the dog, and cats Chloe and Sophie.

Stomping Grounds: The backyard at his home in Oregon City, and Somerset Assisted Living in Gladstone.

Loves: Chasing Daisy the dog in the backyard, tearing up phone books, hopping at Somer-set, digging holes, and eating fresh pears and broccoli.

Doesn’t Love: Having his back feet touched, baths, or wearing his harness!


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Blog Report:Flying PoodlesThere are so many options for training dogs today. Once upon a time it was an accomplishment to have a dog walk nicely on a leash, to sit, stay, and perhaps even lay down. The Flying Poodles blog off ers a fresh look into many common-sense training options, day-to-day activities to try, and activities to enhance the relationship with your dog.

Blogger Diana talks candidly about training hurdles she’s faced with her trio of Poodles Rush, Elly, and Dancer, and her attempts to overcome various issues with them. Take for instance, Dancer’s problem with other dogs invading her personal space (Feb. 8), or Diana discussing pup Rush’s growth stage called “The Fear Period” (Jan 15). Peppered through tips, anecdotes, pictures, videos, and everyday moments with her Poodles are laugh-out-loud stories (check out Nov. 26).

Kennedy Morgan • Spot Magazine

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Things Your Dog Doesn’t Want You to Knowby Hy Conrad and Jeff Johnson

Things Your Dog Doesn’t Want You to Know is a collection of short essays from the perspective of various dogs. Jeff Johnson and Hy Conrad (best known for his mystery stories and for co-producing the TV series Monk) reveal through the canine voice some of the great mysteries of dog behavior. Tales such as “The Reason I Ate the Sofa” by Axelrod the yellow Lab and “Why I Chase Cars” by Bandana the Border Collie are entertaining and endearing.

Pet parents will certainly see some of their own dogs or cats in these stories, such as when Dimples the Boxer lays out the bed rules (Rule #1: it’s my bed), and Tinkerbell, a Chihua-hua, explains what it’s like to live in a handbag.

The unique perspective of so many dogs keeps this book dynamic, funny, interesting, and a perfect light read for you or the dog lover in your life. Borrowing a quote from Steve Martin: “I laughed, my dog howled.”

This book is due out April 2012; the ISBN # 9781402263286 should make it easy to fi nd. Happy reading!

One of my favorite things about this blog is the many references Diana makes to train-ing resources . . . citing solid scienti� c data to back up things she’s trying, and why certain things just work. For anyone wanting to improve their dog’s behavior or add new activities, this blog is a must read. And for anyone with a young puppy or looking to get one, you can’t go wrong with her early planning ideas, complete with lists of training goals (Oct. 25 and July 15). A great read with frequent updates and additions. Any dog lover will enjoy FlyingPoodles.com.

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Megan Mahan • Spot MagazineRaw GoodnessNature’s Variety now off ers Raw Boost Bites treats and the raw powder supplement Daily Boost, both intended for occasional feeding. I gave

the Boost Bites to two picky dogs I know. They tried the chicken fl avor and seemed to really like it. These dogs are on a partially raw diet already and are in great health for their respective ages.

I fed The Daily Boost to my foster dog Magic, two table-spoons at each meal. Magic ate his food more quickly with it mixed in. It is diffi cult to say if the supplement made a diff erence, but I do think it helped him gain a little weight and his coat certainly was shiny. The

supplement and the Boost Bites are not messy or smelly. These are great optional additives for dogs who don’t like the

wet consistency of traditional raw food.

Boost Bites and Daily Boost are also feline friendly, so I asked a friend with a cat to tell me what he thought. Ron said, “My 12-year-old ad-opted cat, Sal, would literally run away from any form of raw food put in front of him. I thought I’d try the Daily Boost Chicken supplement, and to my surprise (and delight), he loves it! I serve it to him in a separate

bowl, which he licks clean. He’s always been an itchy & scratchy cat with moderate skin issues, but since eating Daily Boost his symptoms have lessened. His coat is shinier, and he is itching signifi cantly less. I am thrilled!” Every reputable raw food brand (e.g., Bravo, Nature’s Variety, Stella and Chewy’s) tests every batch of raw food to ensure it is for free of salmonella and other pathogens and safe for your pets. However, those preparing traditional (frozen) raw foods for their pets need to be very careful and follow recommended guidelines such as those off ered by Primal Pet Foods, a lead-ing producer of raw food products. They suggest using separate dishes for raw food and washing bowls, counters and your hands after every meal.

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Miss Piggy & KermitMiss Piggy is an aff ectionate kitty who loves atten-tion. She’s a real � irt, patting your leg or hand to get some cuddles. She loves to chase dangly mice and feather toys, and is especially fond of the laser light. Miss P is bonded with her brother, Kermit, and they must be adopted together. Kermit is a mellow, aff ection-

ate 17-pounder who loves attention and will � op on his back to invite belly rubs. He’s very playful and loves a game of hide-and-go-seek, but also really likes just sitting on your lap. This pair will make a great addition to almost any household. They are both at CAT’s Sherwood shelter, 14175 SW Galbreath Drive; 503-925-8903; CatAdoptionTeam.org.

JoeyHow you doin’! Are you looking for a big goof ball? Then I’m your boy! I was given my name from the shelter people because I remind them of Joey from Friends. It’s true, I am kinda goofy, but pretty funny and a hoot to play with. I even have a few tricks up my sleeve. I will sit and shake on command and even like to get up on my hind legs and pose like a bear. From one goofball to the other, let’s be friends. I am around 2 years old, weigh 82 lbs. and am just hanging out here at MCAS waiting for my next group of friends to come fi nd me. Contact MultCoPets.org or call 503-988-7387.

rescueme! Babies in need of forever loving homes. Megan Mehan • Spot Magazine

The Scottish Terrier

Interesting FactsThe Scottish Terrier has won more “Best in Show” titles at Westmin-ster’s Kennel Club Dog Show than any other breed. In 2010, Sadie (AKA Roundtown Mercedes of Maryscot) was the eighth Scottie to win that title.

AppearanceThis is a neat dog with a sculptured look and tall, erect ears. The coat is hard, wiry and weather-resistant. Scotties are commonly black, but can also be brindle, dark grey and wheaton (crème). The heavy beard sets the Scottie apart from the similar West Highland (Westie) and Cairn Terriers. The Scottie’s deep frame keeps him close to the ground and he is quite barrel-chested. This breed has a smooth, regal gait and is powerful for his size.

Size: 18-22 lbs.

Life Expectancy: 11-13 years

PersonalityAgile and active, especially for such a short-legged dog. True to the nature of a Terrier, she is tenacious. The Scottie will excel in agility and may do well in obedience, but has a mind of her own. Scotties make good watch dogs and are typically aloof with strangers.

Common Health ProblemsMinor health concerns include � ea dermatitis (a � ea allergy) and other skin issues. A hereditary disease concern is Von Willebrand disease, a blood-clotting disorder.

Best MatchA patient, active owner is best suited to the Scottie. They are very charming little dogs, but may have too much energy for a seden-tary human partner. Grooming is needed occasionally.

Breed OverviewSize: small

Grooming: undemanding

Exercise: undemanding

Environment:an apartment will do, with suffi cient exercise

Temperament: brave and friendly

Featured AdoptableNeah is a sweet, young Scottish Terrier mix who deserves a great home. She arrived at Rescue Every Dog in Seattle from a remote animal shelter because she was “very” pregnant. She birthed her puppies while in foster care, but required emer-gency veterinary intervention due to complica-tions. The puppies were too big to deliver naturally, a common result when large male dogs breed with smaller female dogs. To learn more or to meet Neah, visit RescueEveryDog.org.

LuckyMaybe you heard about me last year when the county came and got me and 50 of my roomies. I spent almost 3 months at the county shelter where they cleaned off years of � lth, fed me delicious food, got me neutered

and had my teeth taken care of. I’ve only got a couple teeth left, but no matter because now my mouth doesn’t hurt and I can eat without pain! I’m told I am a Chinese Crested Pow-derpuff mix. Now that I’ve gotten several baths, I think I’m looking pretty good! Because I had to share my food with 50 other animals I’m a little protective of my meals and do not want to share them. I don’t mind sharing a home with other dogs and cats— just not my food! I think I’m Lucky because I’ve got a second chance at life and want to share the happy times with my very own peeps. Please call 503-292-6628 option 3, or visit AnimalAidPDX.org to meet me.

Big BenIt’s been a rough road for Ben. He was found abandoned and suff ering from serious ne-glect, with several medical problems that re-quired immediate attention. While at the vet it was discovered that Ben has Feline AIDS. He is currently staying at a vet clinic where he is

being well cared for, but would love to � nd solace and peace in his own home. Because of Ben’s condition he needs to be either an only cat or a sibling to another FIV-positive cat. If you can help Ben, please contact Allison at [email protected].

Toby and Esther Toby is a lively, inquisitive and very personable New Zealand White in the prime of his life and madly in love with Esther, a wily Britannia Petite, also white. As of April 2011, Toby is 7 years old and Esther is about 3 years young. Toby and Esther love each other very much and should not be separated. Toby is the cuddle-bun and will give you amazing clicks and purrs when he is petted. Esther appears skittish, but that’s just her personality along with racing around the room, squeezing into the smallest spaces and doing amazing binkies . . . really very enter-taining to watch. These rabbits need to be indoor pets only. Meet Toby and Esther at AdoptARabbit.org.

ShadowHi! My name is Shadow and I’m a short-haired black male. I was found wander-ing in the vast Oregon Dunes Recreation Area. They tell me I’m about 18 months old and neutered, but the most impor-tant thing about me is that people are the love of my life. My foster mom says I

have enough love to fi ll a swimming pool! I also really love playing with toys but have to admit that I don’t love other cats, so I’m better off being the only cat in your home. I’m currently with my foster peeps at the Catnip Sanctuary in Coquille, OR. Email Sherry at [email protected].

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To sustain interest and � tness, hopping and agility should be treated like any sport, with regular training. Ingram recom-mends daily practice for at least 20 minutes, at least early on. And surprise, surprise — most buns work for hugs and kisses! So much for that carrot lure! Bunnies are an aff ectionate sort — how fun is that!

A few other random facts about hopping and agility with bun-buns: they love it cold and hate the heat. In fact, heat is detrimental to their well-being. Also, rabbits are not meant to be cage animals. They thrive on interaction with people, toys, and other stimulation and activity. Plus, they’re smart. Really — they can have a vocabulary of up to 25 words!

There are two defi nitions of agility.

andom House Dictionary defi nes it as “The power of moving quickly and easily; nimbleness,” and “The

ability to think and draw conclu-sions quickly; intellectual acuity.”

Some of us might hear those de� nitions and watch traditional dog agility and think, “No way could I do that!” Oh contraire! Agility is adaptable, and truly a sport for all. And, as you’ll see, critters of all types play the game their own way. For some it’s a sanctioned event with titles to be earned. For others, it’s a way of bonding animals with family, occupying their bodies, keeping them fi t, challenging their minds, and having fun.

One great thing is that in most instances agility doesn’t require a lot of money or special equipment. To enjoy this sport all you need is the ingenuity to use what you have to put together solid props. Then it’s all about the play.

RABBITSRabbit agility is rooted in and very similar

to courses traditionally run by dogs — on a smaller scale, of course. However, some bunnies just like to hop, or are more suited to height and distance jumping. For

them there is Rabbit Hopping. This sport is all about jumping, and does not include equipment for climbing, tipping or tunneling.

In seeking the scoop on local rabbit agil-ity, Spot located a diamond in the rough in Gladstone, Oregon. The Happyrock Hoppers rabbit agility group is comprised of adults, kids and seniors who meet at Somerset Assisted Living, the group’s spon-sor. The Hoppers meet weekly to learn, practice and hone their skills in hopping, handling and showmanship. The sport is a wonderful way for people to not only learn more about and bond with their rabbits, but to meet new people. The experience enriches people of all ages who share a passion for animals.

Tami Ingram, Somerset’s Activities Direc-tor, grew up in 4H and still raises rabbits today. Somerset resident Dave Kane had coached girls’ softball for many years and loved it. Ingram had been seeking a way for Kane to work with youth again when the idea for a rabbit 4H group arose. While exploring possibilities, she discovered rabbit agility. Ingram thought it was a joke at fi rst, but soon learned that, no joke: rab-bit agility is very popular — just more so overseas than in the states.

Once the group was formed and gained membership, they voted to focus on rabbit agility and hopping to build and maintain the bond with their pets. The group is part friendship, part showmanship, part

In 2002, a group of Oregon Humane Society volunteers branched off to create a rescue and shelter solely for the many aban-doned or neglected rabbits who found their way through the doors at OHS. Ten years later, Rabbit Advocates continues to educate the public about living with and caring for rabbits, to operate an adoption and foster network for lo-cal bunnies, and to present monthly outreaches related to both plus off ering light grooms for visiting bunnies.

Volunteers are always needed to help with foster care, educational eff orts, and with rabbits at local shelters by grooming, playing with and exercising them. Helping hands are also needed for monthly “hay packing” parties during which high-quality hay is packed in 10-pound bags for sale as Bunny’s Best Bites, proceeds from which support the Rabbit Advocates Medical Fund.

To learn more, visit AdoptARabbit.org, call 503-617-1625, or visit them on Facebook. Seattle-area readers should contact Rabbit Meadows Sanctuary at RabbitMeadows.org or 206-365-9105.

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community advocates, and wholly about fun. Members participate in conformation along with just about anything else their rabbits are willing to try. Conformation is a sport of a diff erent color altogether: it’s about structure and breed standard.

In traditional canine agility the most common breeds run are Border Collies, Shelties, and Australian Shepherds. Asked if there was a speci� c breed of rabbit more suited to agility or hopping, Ingram had this to say: size matters! The largest breeds, such as the Flemish Giant, English and French Lops, and Angora’s can be likened to a Clydesdale or Draft horse running the Steeplechase — not so well suited. And, considering the substantial risk for back and hind leg injury for rabbit agility competitors, they say in their ex-perience breeds that tend to fare best are Holland Lops, Mini Lops, Dwarfs, and some Dutch and mixed breeds. That said, it’s all about the rabbit’s interest and willingness to jump right in.

At this point you might be wondering how in the world one trains a rabbit. Do you lure with a carrot? Lay out a little trail to be followed? Ingram says for the most part a rabbit will either get it or not. They usually start with a little nudge or gentle lift of the back end to inspire forward movement. Some bunnies catch on quickly and from there it’s all ups and downs. Ingram does note that like most things, consistency makes a diff erence.

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In order to promote good rabbit stewardship and to let people know that rabbits may not be for everyone, the Happy-rock Hoppers participates in community events to share their rabbits and teach responsible owner-ship. Learn more at Hap-pyRockHoppers.com.

CATS

Most cats’ � rst lesson is where the litter box is. Usually no more is neces-sary as the rest is instinctual. Noting how easily they learn the cat box, why not consider teaching them other tricks? They’re naturally athletic, energetic, nimble and quick.

Some cats, like Buzz, a SW Portland kitty living in a house full of dogs, don’t even require cat-sized equipment. Buzz just hops on, over, and through his canine siblings’ equipment in the back yard. “Ironically,” says mom Jessica, “Buzz was

BIRDS

Most birds are naturally a bit acrobatic, routinely displayed during play with the oft-brightly colored toys designed for them. Birds dangle, swing, and generally have a great time (a blast to watch) on their toys — which often feature bells, ropes and vivid hues. Of course, there are the non-swinging birds, too, and they too can learn many things. It’s true: your garden vari-ety egg-layer can learn agility.

Seattle-area dog train-ing guru, Lisa Miller-Selthofer of Spot On Agility, attended Chicken Camp awhile back at Legacy Canine in Sequim, Washington. She says she was inspired to attend because, “I’m always looking for informa-tion on the best way to train dogs and kept hearing about Chicken Camp.” Admittedly, she thought it sounded a bit goofy at � rst, but others who had attended raved about the experience. So off she went!

So how does teaching agility-type skills to chickens translate into the dog agility-world? Well, when it comes to dog agility, timing is every-thing. In everything from body positioning, verbal commands, and forward and lateral move-ment, the dog must know what it needs to know way earlier than us poor humans seem to realize or sometimes feel capa-ble of. With chickens, Selthofer says, “The chicken’s pecking is so quick students are forced to learn the merits of precise and accurate timing [in delivering

supposed to be a feral cat.” Buzz says, “What’s good for the dog is good for the cat. Now where’s my reward?” By working with their instincts to play, chase, and pounce, familiarizing cats with obstacles is little more than a game. And, it’s never too early to start some types of training.

In our quest for frisky felines playing agility, we discovered some organizations seeking to grow awareness of the sport. The Cat Fanciers Association (CFA) has been hosting feline agility

since 2004. Competi-tions are open to all cats; learn more at Agility.cfa.org. CFA’s website boasts a training page, videos and tips, including how to play with your cat, training in line with instincts, and using marker words for desired behaviors. Jill Archibald, who hosts the videos, also off ers suggestions on familiarizing your cat with competi-tive environments should you decide to

participate.

Another organization, Interna-tional Cat Agility Tournaments, aims to help cats play at agility in ways that display their speed, coordination, beauty of move-ment, physical condition, intel-ligence, training, and the quality and depth of their relationship with the human who trains and guides them through the course. Specifi cations for equipment and training are available online, of-fering yet another way to play.

rewards].” Chicken Camp trainers also point out that trainers are not bonded to chickens; chickens don’t have big (pleading!) eyes; and they don’t have bad chicken-training habits. Chickens off er a fresh start to training from an entirely new perspective — and they’re surprisingly trainable!

Selthofer says she came to realize again how incredibly smart ani-mals are through this ex-perience. She refer-enced a winning formula

as: 1) Allowing the animal to fi gure out the task; and 2) Rewarding them for their eff orts. By applying this formula she said chickens readily accomplish complex tasks. That said, in applying that experience back to her more traditional students — dogs — she recognized how much they compensate for our unclear signals and how hard they work for us even though we often fail to reward their eff orts. Chicken Camp taught her to teach dogs from their point of view, which she says has dramati-cally improved her accuracy and reduced the length of training time required.

So, cats, rabbits and chickens all have their own agility special-ties. But smaller furry (and in one case, scaled) family members are playful, too. From mice to rats, gerbils to hamsters, guinea pigs and even a Bearded Dragon, there seems to be no limit to who might participate in this enriching sport. Ferrets even get in on the action, but typical of

these energetic and slinky critters, they like to do it their way — skittering through tubes, pulling weights, and digging. There’s even an annual ferret “Olympics” in Lane County, hosted by the Lane Area Ferret Shelter and Rescue.

Clearly the sky really is the limit with agility. Despite its defi nition, participants needn’t be spring chickens, or perfectly coordinated or quick, to play. Young or old, scaly or hoofed, it seems every imaginable critter can participate.

Hopefully you’ve learned that all it takes is a little ingenuity, a few treats or willingness to cuddle, some patience and love, and you too can be an agility guru . . . with your cat, chicken, rabbit, hamster, rat, mouse . . . or any other creature who’s got your heart.

Kennedy Morgan is a freelance writer by heart who shares her home with her sons; Great Dane, Vegas; Pomeranians, Leo

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n 2011 the Northwest Pet and Companion Fair nearly died a quiet death. The show’s owner had pocketed 30 exhibitors’ fees and decided to cancel. No space had been rented, no contracts drawn up, no entertainment scheduled.

Enter two young trade show professionals, Amy Johnson and Vanessa Wright.

After agreeing to handle production, Johnson and Wright mounted a heroic rescue effort. Postponing event day by three weeks, they worked dawn to midnight, even going door to door to fi nd sponsors, advertisers and exhibitors. Soon the two Northwest natives brought in 40 additional exhibitors, secured the show’s Portland Expo Center space, and pulled off a highly respectable fair. “We both know the trade show world, the exhibiting side,” said Johnson. “We were just getting to know the show management aspect.”

Flanked by their offi ce cat Frances and Johnson’s black Pomeranian Hector, the two are obvious animal lovers. But they admit they have much to learn about the industry.

The 2012 Pet Fair lineup shows how far they’ve come. Now in its 11th year, the May 5-6 event at the Expo Center has attract-ed over 100 exhibitors and several sponsors at this writing. The

weekend will feature a petting zoo, local radio teams and a pet fashion show, with educational seminars on pet massage, disaster preparedness, pet CPR, and pet-safe gardening.

Pets are welcome at the fair for $1 plus a can of pet food for AniMeals. A low-cost vaccine booth will offer shots, and an “Ask A Vet” booth will offer free consults. In addition, food vendors will offer samples, and apparel companies will allow pets to “try on” coats, sweaters and harnesses. For those considering a new addition, nonprofi ts will be on hand with adoptables.

Johnson and Wright, both in their mid-20s, graduated college in 2008 and found themselves job hunting in the depths of this recession. They each put aside science-based degrees to work at Pacifi c Exposition, a trade show decorating company where they are still employed. “It’s two full-time jobs right now,” says Wright, explaining that most trade shows take several years to break even. She says that for her and Johnson, the pet fair is a career move, a chance to grow their own business, and an op-portunity to “promote responsible pet ownership, get animals adopted and bring the community together.”

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“� at the Heat has once knownit � a� never forget . . .” On Saturday, May 5th more than a 1,500 runners, walkers and companion animals will embark on the 21st Annual Walk Run for the Animals in

support of the Humane Society for Southwest Washington. Begin-ning in the heart of downtown Vancouver’s Esther Short Park, runners, walkers and pets will follow members of the Rose City Rollers along the scenic Columbia River trail. Fun Run: 8:45am, 1.5-mile and 3-mile walk/run: 9:00am. Fes-tivities will include a pancake breakfast, live music, contests and prizes, Vendor Village, a kid’s corner and pet microchipping. Register at www.southwesthumane.org!

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LOVE CATS? So do we! We have to meet. Maybe we could volunteer, or join in the fun at the CATnip 5k in July, or foster a litter of kittens, or � nd our perfect feline friend. Meet us at Cat Adoption Team. Find directions, adoption list, resources, and loads of info at www.catadoptionteam.org. [email protected]

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armer weather has many people hitting the lakes and rivers with their dogs

for outdoor fun. Sadly, these days it’s become a must to � rst check advisories on harmful algae blooms, a condition that can cause serious illness and even death in animals and humans.

Algae blooms occur when large masses of normally microscopic plant material form on water sur-faces. Not all algae blooms are dangerous, but cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, can produce a dangerous toxin. Additionally, de-spite the “blue-green” designation, toxic blooms may appear white, brownish-red or bright pea-green.

The Oregon Health Authority’s Public Health Division issues advi-sories of con� rmed sites of blooms, but it’s vital to keep in mind that not all water sources are monitored, so it’s up to us to stay aware . . . and away from suspect bodies of water. “It’s the same message over and over,” says Bonnie Widerburg with the Public Health Division. “If it doesn’t look right, keep yourself and your dog out.” Cats too — fi ve felines in Pierce County, Washington died after ingesting water from a contaminated lake.

While harmful blooms are often associated with summer and fall, conditions can occur anytime. In fact, two advisories listed for Doug-las and Jackson counties, on the South Umpqua River and Lost Creek Lake, were in eff ect through Janu-ary. Also, these conditions don’t just occur in the backcountry; small creeks in local parks or neighbor-hoods are not immune.

Be alert around any and all water; swimming in – or even running through — aff ected areas can cause health problems ranging from skin irritation, diarrhea, cramps and vom-iting to paralysis and even death.

According to the health depart-ment, “The most severe reactions occur when large amounts of water are swallowed.” Always take fresh water on hikes and outings. If your dog does get into suspicious-looking water, wash her with clean water as soon as possible and DO NOT let her lick her fur. Watch for loss of appetite, stumbling, foaming at the mouth, excessive drooling or tremors within a day of exposure. If any

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of these symptoms occur, or you suspect your dog has ingested contaminated water, get him to a vet immediately.

While these cautions may seem severe, several pets have died in Oregon and Washington from contact with harmful algae blooms. Animals are members of the family, and their well-being is king.

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Last year nearly 64.3 million people volunteered across the country. Of those, 30 percent were women, 32 percent were married, most were between 35 and 55 years old, and 75 percent were employed (according to the US Department of Labor). VolunteeringInAmerica.

gov ranks Oregon 14th among all states in volunteering: 33 percent of Oregonians volunteer and donate 115.9 million hours of service.

National Volunteer Appreciation week arrives later this month. For organizations that rely heavily on volunteers, appreciating volunteers is a daily opportunity. Without the hours donated, smaller organiza-tions could not do the good work they do. Here are just a few sugges-tions for wonderful organizations in need of helping hands:

• Be part of a fence building work party for Fences for Fido, making sure dogs stay safe in their yards. Details FencesForFido.org.

• Take an energetic dog out for a jog through Oregon Humane Society’s Running Team. Details OregonHumane.org.

• Hand out cat food to low-income cat owners through Cat Adoption Team’s Cat Food Bank. Details CatAdoptionTeam.org.

• Off er the healing presence of animals in a therapeutic setting through the Humane Society of SW Washington’s pet-facilitated therapy. Details SouthwestHumane.org.

• Foster a litter of kittens, walk dogs, answer phones, stuff envelopes, clean kennels, promote adoptions, or take photos at your neighborhood rescue or shelter. All shelters need your help.

Every organization/shelter has regular volunteer orientations to provide training and information.

Like the words of musician Jewell, “my hands are small, I know.” Meet likeminded folks and do good work for the animals of this community. Volunteer — we greatly appreciate it!

Kathy Covey • PR Manager at CAT

Kathy Covey is PR Manager for the Cat Adoption Team, author of the Cat’s Meow Blog on OregonLive.com, and member of the Cat Writer’s Association. She’s worked for the Humane Society of the United States and the Oregon Humane Society. Kathy and her hubby live with one adopted from a shelter cat - Mack(16).

Are you one of the 33 percent? That’s the percentage of Oregonians who volunteer.

Since you love animals, or you wouldn’t be reading Spot, I encourage you to experience the joy of volunteer-ing to help this community’s pets.

When you volunteer, you are not in a vacuum. You meet interesting peo-ple, discover new friendships, enjoy a sense of accomplishment, learn new skills, and come away with great stories to tell friends and family. Sometimes you get fed, earn a t-shirt, or receive a shopping discount (depending on where you volunteer).

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Feline politico making waves Republican, Democrat . . . Maine Coon? What with all the political shenanigans, the recent bid for a Virginia senate seat by a cat has been a wel-come escape from all the windbaggery. Hank the Cat’s platform advocates for more spay/neuter programs, making politics more civil, and of course, job creation. Hank’s message is catching on — he’s received more than 15,000 “likes” on Facebook, incoming calls from around the globe, and endorsements from other cats . . . and even a few dogs. “We’ve been over-

whelmed by the outpouring of support for Hank,” says his campaign manager, Matthew O’Leary. The support goes beyond social media: Hank’s campaign has received steady monetary donations. All donated funds are going to animal rescue groups in Virginia, including Animal Allies, which rescued Hank, his mother and siblings several years ago. Meet Hank and learn about his campaign at HankForSenate.com.

Speaking of volunteers . . .OHS volunteers were honored in 27 categories at the Dia-mond Collar Awards Feb. 22, including Volunteer of the Year (Eldon Loewe), the End Petless-ness Award (Sandy Heusch), and the Lifetime Achievement Award (Laura Klink). “The dedication and compassion of these volunteers helped OHS fi nd homes for 11,521 pets last year,” said OHS Executive Direc-tor Sharon Harmon. “We could not have done it without them.” Thanks and congratulations to all the winners — meet them all at oregonhumane.org.

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The company works to ensure a good fi t with advance meetings with the host, client and dog, covering peculiarities and questions like whether the dog sleeps with their humans . . . which some-times brings rise to questions about snoring . . . . Learn more at GoodnightLucky.com.

Dog Food Dude dishes up new cookbook for dogs

“Food and love are the currency in our contract with dogs,” says Rick Woodford, AKA the Dog Food Dude, whose book, Feed Your Best Friend Better: The Dog

Food Dude’s Guide to Easy, Nutritious Meals and Treats is already garnering praise. The book features 85 recipes, tips and other nutritional nuggets including the section “Warm-Nose Meals,” which lists recipes de-signed to help dogs with persistent medical conditions such as arthritis, diabetes and cancer.

Woodford began working with home-made pet food when his dog Jackson was diagnosed with cancer. Uninterested in food and growing weak, Woodford enticed Jackson with freshly prepared fare. Seeing improvement, Woodford started cooking with zeal, giving Jackson three more happy years than expected. Woodford has spent the last � ve years researching dog nutrition and testing and providing nutritional analy-sis for nearly all the recipes in the book. “My goal was to take all my research and make it simple for any dog owner to provide whole-some lovin’ from the oven.” Learn more at DogFoodDude.com.

Good news for the pet services marketA recent report by marketing research group IBIS World shows people have not stopped spending money on their pets despite tough economic times, with some markets actually growing during the reces-sion. Pet store revenue grew nearly 3 percent, and premium food and pharmaceutical sales have also increased over the past � ve years. Ad-ditionally, the American Pet Products Association reported that even the “pampering” sector has grown, with revenue in pet hotels, daycare, sitting and grooming up nearly 8 percent in 2010.

Who’s that giant rabbit?!The Easter Bunny will take a break from deliver-ing eggs Sunday April 8, 1-4pm, to spend time with his fur-

ry cousins at Oregon Humane Society. Kids can hang out with E.B. himself, as well as rabbits, cats, dogs and other adoptables at the shelter. The Rabbit Advocates will be on hand to chat about rabbit care and whether or not they may be right for your family. Details oregonhumane.org

WHS seeks nominations for Humaneitarian AwardNominations are open through Apr. 27 for Willamette Humane Society’s annual Humaneitarian Awards, which celebrate a person or group endeavoring “for the bet-terment of our community through their work with, or on behalf of, companion ani-

mals.” Winners receive hand-cast bronze sculptures by artist Calvin Stinger and grateful appreciation from the animal community. Nomination forms are available at WillametteHumane.org or by calling 503-585-5900, ext. 324.

New PDX dog park under construction Portland Parks and Recreation recently celebrated the beginning of construction on a new Portland-area park. “The Fields,” located at NW 10th and Overton, will include strolling paths, picnic tables, a children’s area, and a dog park on 3.2 acres nestled in the Hoyt Street Yards and Pearl District neighborhoods. The park should be ready for play by winter 2013.

Turning 8 and doing GREAT Family Dogs New Life celebrat-ed eight years of rescuing and sheltering local dogs Feb. 29 (leap year birthday!) in what has been a great year: the group was voted #1 Shelter/Rescue in Spot’s 2012 Top Awards. A note plucked from the group’s website says, “In honor of our big day we’ve decided to give ourselves a little present . . . the gift of love, the gift of loyalty, the gift of Gretsch! That’s right, on this special day we’ve decided to invite our lil rock star Gretsch to become the new-est member of The Family Dogs!”

At the shelter since 2010, the search for Gretsch’s forever family has not been fruitful. Happily the search is over: Gretsch is now one of their own, and home for good — a � tting birthday present for the group that keeps on giving. Happy Birthday, FDNL! Learn more at FamilyDog-sNewLife.org.

Tricks of the Trade... one frame at a time

with David Childs

rson Welles said, “The enemy of art is the absence of limitations.” Cell phone cameras sure have their limitations, but they can also enable us to capture

moments we otherwise never could. They can also help us to spend more time savoring the world with an artist’s eye and becoming better photographers.

“The best camera is the one you have with you.” Photog-rapher Chase Jarvis made this line famous a couple years ago with his book and app by the same name. He and many other professional photographers have shown you can cre-ate amazing, award-winning work using cell phone cameras.

Last year when Annie Leibovitz was asked about what camera she recommends, she discussed the iPhone. Of course none of us are giving up our nice fancy cameras. There’s a lot that nice gear can accomplish that a small cell phone camera just can’t. But every tool you have comes with its own strengths and limitations. The secret to being successful is knowing how to work around the limitations and play to the strengths of whatever gear you have and whatever situation you’re in.

When you consider limitations not as roadblocks but interesting and even fun challenges to work around, you’re

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Savoring the Momentmaking the leap from taking quick snapshots to expe-riencing the world as an artist. Some of my best photographs have come from situations where I wasn’t able to take the obvious photo and was forced by limita-tions to be creative. Your cell phone camera won’t be able to freeze the motion of a running dog. But it might capture an im-age where blur conveys a sense of energy and movement that may even be more powerful than a sharp photo. And one of the great things about modern digital cameras is you can see what you’ve got instantly. Then you can take the step that can set you and your work apart: think how to make a more powerful photo and try again . . . and again, and again.

Cell phone cameras aren’t as forgiving of poor lighting condi-tions, but you can still create a stunning photo with great light. So using your cell phone can help you learn about light. And you can � t in little practice sessions whenever you’d like. Waiting for friends at a restaurant? Try experimenting with the candle light . . . or the light streaming in through the window . . . or the neon light in the window.

In a few minutes you may learn something new and � nd yourself more engaged and awed by the world we live in. And you’ll have a great conversation starter for when your friends arrive. Maybe you’ll even inspire them to see the world in a new light too. Plus

you might come away with a stunning new photo or ideas to try with your nicer gear. Even if you don’t, the process will have enriched your life.

The key is to not get stuck focusing on the camera’s limita-tions but to revel in its strengths — one of which is its ability to help you, wherever you are, develop your eye.

Your assignment this month is to take more photographs. Try to spend at least a moment every day looking for a photo to create. It could be while stand-ing in line at the coff ee shop or grocery, or while making dinner, or as you walk in to work. It doesn’t have to be a big invest-ment of time — just a quick mo-ment while you stop and soak in the world. Make it easy enough that it can become a habit you keep. And don’t focus too much on the results. It’s the process that matters here.

We’d love to see some of your favorite photos and hear about your experience. Send them to [email protected] and we’ll share them on Spot’s new website.

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APRILMagazine

Happening THIS Month

KPSU RADIO

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98.1 FM • kpsu.orgwebcast 24/7 • huge diversity

April 5, 2012:Chris Cary on the need for both parents and having taken care of his elderly father.

April 12, 2012:Brett Weed on having his children abducted to Japan.

April 19, 2012:Todd Maudlin on the April 28 Parental Alienation Awareness Event at Brent-wood Park in SE Portland.

April 26, 2012:Sonja Harju with an update on Oregon issues.


151-3pm • PORTLAND — BULLY WALK at Waterfront Park. Walk hosted by the Pit Bull Project to raise awareness of breed speci� c legislation. Details ThePdxPitBullProject.com.

7-9pm • PORTLAND — CHARITY BINGO night at Hamburger Mary’s. 2 hours of bingo, good food & beverage. $20 buy-in; proceeds support dogs at MCAS. Details MultCoPets.org.

176:30-8pm • PORTLAND — CARING FOR YOUR AGING PET at DoveLewis. Free workshop teaches about caring for ill and elderly pets. De-tails DoveLewis.org.

1812-12:45pm • BEAVERTON — LUNCH & LEARN SERIES through OHS. Learn valuable pet information from local experts on your lunch break. April’s topic is Be Prepared! First Aid for you and your pet. Workshop held at BG Plaza, 3800 SW Cedar Hills Blvd., #124. Lunch options available. Contact Jane Morrison 503-416-7084 to register. OregonHumane.org.

195:30-7pm • SALEM — VOLUNTEER ORI-ENTATION at Willamette Humane. Check out exciting volunteering opportunities. No pre-registration required. Drop-ins welcome. WillametteHumane.org.

2111am • LAKE OSWEGO — COOKING FOR CANINES with “The Dog Food Dude” Rick Wood-ford at In Good Taste Cooking School. Author of Feed Your Best Friend Better, Woodford teaches how to make nutritionally-balanced meals for pets. He’ll demo 5 recipes and everyone gets take-home samples. Admission $25; space is limited. RSVP to InGoodTasteStore.com/Classes.

11-1pm • EUGENE — TRAP/NEUTER/RE-TURN CLASS at Greenhill. Learn the basics of trapping and caring for feral colonies. Free; RSVP required: 541-689-1503x116 or [email protected].

810-Noon • SHERWOOD — THE CAT FOOD BANK IS OPEN, providing cat food for cat own-ers in � nancial need. Located at CAT’s shelter, 14175 SW Galbreath Dr.

10-7pm• PORTLAND — EASTER WITH THE RABBITS at Oregon Humane. Visit with E. Bunny (1-4), meet live bunnies all day, and chat with the Rabbit Advocates about all things rabbit (10-4). Details OregonHumane.org.

1-4:30 • PORTLAND — MEMORIAL ART THERAPY WORKSHOP at DoveLewis. Families 1-2:30, ages 16-adult 3-4:30. Create a memento and spend time in good company. Free; RSVP to DoveLewis.org/giftshop.

127pm • PORTLAND — SIMON PURE DINNER: UNLEASHED at Seek the Unique, 931 SE 6th Ave. “The Dog Food Dude” Rick Woodford, author of Feed Your Best Friend Better, presents great fare for canines while Lambs Table Catering serves the humans. $35/person; well-behaved dogs free. RSVP at the store. Details DogFoodDude.com.

13• PORTLAND —TAX DAY FREE SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC for stray and feral cats. The Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon stresses the importance of spaying and neutering before the spring breed-ing cycle begins. If you or someone you know is feeding feral or stray cats, call 503-797-2606 or visit FeralCats.com.

1411-12pm • EUGENE — VOLUNTEER & FOS-TER ORIENTATION at Greenhill Humane. RSVP (required) to 541-689-1503x116 or [email protected].

Noon-3 • PORTLAND — FIND SOME BUNNY TO LOVE. Meet adoptable bunnies and their Rabbit Advocates. Info about care & adop-tion, plus light grooming & nail trims for visiting bunnies (suggested donation). Details AdoptARabbit.org.

21 12:30pm • PORTLAND — PROBLEM POOCH CLASS at OHS. Great for new or soon-to-be pet parents, or those who just want to know what makes Fido tick. Free; please leave pets at home.

22Noon-5pm • PORTLAND — BBQ FUN-DRAISER for the Multnomah County Animal Shelter at Natural Pet Food Solutions, 7639 SE Milwaukie. Food, refreshments, a pet psychic, and cats available for adoption. Pet food vendors on hand to answer questions on their products. Details NaturalPetFoodSolutions.com. 2311-12pm • EUGENE — VOLUNTEER & FOSTER ORIENTATION at Greenhill. Details/RSVP 541-689-1503x116 or [email protected].

2810am • PORTLAND — MT DOG MEETUP at Fernhill Park, 41st & Ainsworth. Meet and greet for dogs and humans. Contact Larry Miller: [email protected] or 503-282-6706.

5:30-8:30pm • PORTLAND — PINOT & PUPS WINE GALA at the Atrium at Montgomery Park. Celebrate Guide Dogs and wines of the Paci� c NW. Dinner, auction and puppies! Proceeds o� set training costs for blind stu-dents. Tickets $150/person; table sponsorships available. RSVP to Debbie Hibbard, 503-668-2123 or [email protected].

• EUGENE — POP ART PETS unleash the Art in your pet. Custom portraits featuring pop art style designs. Details Green-Hill.org.

297-9pm • PORTLAND — CHARITY BINGO night at Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th Ave. Enjoy 2 hours of Bingo, good food & beverages, all for a great cause. $20 buy-in, proceeds bene� t Autism Service Dogs of America. Details TheASDA.org.

ALL MONTH LONG• FAVORITE CAT ADOPTION SPECIAL. Every day in April, adoption fees for cats are 50% o� . Details CatAdoptionTeam.org/favoritecat.

18-2 • PORTLAND — PAW TEAM VET CLINICat 2700 NW Front Ave. Providing vet help for those who are homeless or on government assistance. PortlandAnimalWelfareTeam.org.

3-5pm • PORTLAND — OPEN HOUSE WITH EVANGERS PET FOOD at Healthy Pets Northwest, 2224 NE Alberta. Meet Holly Sher, owner and president of Evangers. Free; � rst 100 to arrive receive food and treats. Details HealthyPetsNW.com.

5-8:30pm • PORTLAND — BEYOND THE MYTH DOCUMENTARY screening at Hollywood Theater. Made possible by MEAT for cats and dogs and hosted by the Portland Pit Bull Project, this full-length � lm explores factors behind the public’s fear of Pit bulls and examines the con� ict between advocates and opponents of the breed. Entertainment by John Shipe and ra� e. Tickets $10; proceeds bene� t Family Dogs New Life. Details BeyondTheMythMovie.com.

7-10pm • EUGENE — 17th ANNUAL LAFF OFF! at Actors’ Cabaret of Eugene. Local comedians compete for title of Funniest Person in a bene� t for Greenhill Humane. Tickets $15; details 541-683-4368 or Green-Hill.org.

57-8pm • PORTLAND — HOW TO MASSAGE YOUR DOG with Rubi Sullivan of HEAL Animal Massage at Rose City Vet. Learn and practice basic massage techniques for your pup’s well-being. $50/person + dog. Details RoseCityVet.com or 503-232-3105.

710am • EUGENE — DOG-GONE EASTER EGG HUNT at Peterson Barn Park. Take your leashed pup and hunt for over 3,000 treat-� lled eggs, then get a photo with the Easter Bunny. $5/dog, $10/photo. Details Green-Hill.org.

CIRCLETHEDATES!

May 5 & 6PORTLANDNW PET FAIR AT PORTLAND

EXPO CENTER. Pet-related and

-friendly businesses display their wares and o� er samples and insights on everything pet.

Numerous nonprof-its with adoptables

on site, and workshops and entertainment presented throughout this, the biggest pet fair in the Northwest. Get your Show Guide to the Fair inside this issue, or at the event.

May 12PORTLANDDOGGIE DASH AT WATERFRONT PARK IN PORTLAND. The biggest pet party of the year brings great vendors with wares, expertise and giveaways; a run or walk that’s a ball to participate in and a fun, amazing spectacle just to observe! Get your Spot discount! Use Code: SPOTDOGS2012.

HEADLINERS• JUMP IN! It’s time for the Year’s Biggest Fundraising Walks. Sign up now and help raise money for animal causes all through the month of May.

May 5 21ST ANNUALWALK FOR THE ANIMALS at Esther Short Park in Vancouver. 5K Fun Run, 1.5- or 3-mile Walk. Register by Apr. 16 and get a T-shirt; entry $25. Details SouthwestHumane.org.

May 12 DOGGIE DASH at Waterfront Park in Portland. Short and long routes for runners and walkers. Register individually or by team. $30 includes pancake breakfast, T-shirt and goodie bag. Details OregonHumane.org.

May 20 19TH ANNUAL BARK IN THE PARK at Alton Baker Park in Eugene. Leash up for a 5k run or 2k walk in the park. $20 pre-registra-tion includes doggie bandana; $25 also gets you a T-shirt. Details Green-Hill.org.

May 5 deadline PORTLANDSINGERS, ACTORS, ACROBATS: Show o� , help pets at Willamette Humane, and compete for cash! Talent show rules and entry forms at www.perform4pets.org

30HAIRBALL AWARENESS DAY — A fact of life when you have a pet cat!

• PORTLAND — PINOT at the Atrium at

Montgomery Park. Celebrate Guide Dogs and wines of the Paci� c NW. Dinner, auction and puppies! Proceeds o� set training costs for blind stu-dents. Tickets $150/person; table sponsorships available. RSVP to Debbie Hibbard, 503-668-2123 or [email protected].

• EUGENE — POP ART PETS unleash the Art in your pet. Custom portraits featuring pop art style designs.

• PORTLAND — night at

Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th Ave. Enjoy 2

and entertainment presented throughout this, the biggest pet fair in the Northwest. Get your Show Guide to the Fair inside this issue, or at the event.

May 12PORTLANDDOGGIE DASH AT WATERFRONT PARK IN PORTLAND. the year brings great vendors with wares, expertise and giveaways; a run or walk that’s a ball to participate in and a fun, amazing spectacle just to observe! Get your Spot discount! Use Code: SPOTDOGS2012.

EXPO CENTER.Pet-related and -friendly businesses

its with adoptables on site, and workshops

... APRIL Recurring happenings

Oregon Humane Society MARCH CLASSESPORTLAND

BASIC MANNERS & ADVANCED MANNERSDOG TRAINING CLASSESFun, positive classes built to be � exible for busy schedules. Man-datory intro class $15. Ongoing training classes Mon-Sat. Advance at your own pace.

PUPPY MANNERS PROGRAM Five-week class covers socialization, boundaries, potty-training and more to set puppy up for success.

4/10 5-5:45 4/28 4-4:45PUPPY ROMPSExposing puppies to other dogs when young can help prevent behavioral problems as he/she matures. An hour of running, playing and socializing for puppies 5 months old or younger. $15 per puppy.

Details OregonHumane.org.

YAPPY HOUR at Cascade Pet CampEVERY THURSDAYHOOD RIVER 4/ 5, 12, 19, 26

5-7:30pm Exercise your pet without getting wet! Join in for open play day in 6000 SF of indoor playcare. $8/dog, people are free. Beer, wine and soda available for purchase. Details 541-354-2267 or [email protected].

Marion County Dog ShelterADOPTION OUTREACHSALEM

SATURDAYS

11-4

7Meet some sweet, adoptable dogs at South Salem Pet Supply. 14PetSmart on Lancaster Drive.

21Pet Etc. in West Salem.

28Petco on Lancaster Drive.

SALEM

SATURDAYS

11-4

PET NUTRITION & NEWS SATURDAYSPORTLAND

4/ 7, 14, 21, 288:00amTune in to 860 AM, KPAM Radio. Chip Sammons gives tips to help your pets live healthy, happy lives.

PET NUTRITION

SATURDAYS

4/ 7, 14, 21, 28

ADOPT A CAT THIS WEEKENDEVERY WEEKENDMULTIPLE LOCATIONS

Noon-4CAT counselors are on site every weekend at PetSmart stores in Clackamas, Hillsboro Tanasbourne, Tualatin and Washington Square and the Petco location in Tualatin. Details CatAdoptionTeam.org.

4/1,7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28-29

Spot to the Rescueon Facebook

Up to the minute reports on adoptables, fosters, transports and more!

GOOD NEIGHBOR VET CLINIC SCHEDULEgoodneighborvet.com

4/1, 7, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29Low cost and quality pet exams, vaccines, micro-chipping and � ea/tick medications at local metro area locations. No appointments needed. Details on times and locations at GoodNeighborVet.com.

DoveLewis PET LOSS SUPPORT GROUPPORTLAND

Thurs. 5 Noon

Thurs. 12 9am

Mon. 16 7pm

Thurs. 19 7pm Free. Take a photo to share. Details at DoveLewis.org.

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EVERY FRIDAY4/6, 13, 20, 2711:30-1pm

CANINE PLAYGROUP Help your dog improve his/her socialization skills in a supervised playgroup. $25/session. RSVP (required) to 503-585-5900 x326.

WEDNESDAYS4/18, 25 5-6pm

SATURDAYS4/14, 21, 28 1-2pm

INTRO TO TRAINING SEMINAR Free class covering the basics, including how dogs learn, equipment needed, and more. No need to RSVP, just go and learn.

Details WillametteHumane.org. TUNE IN for SPOT’S REPORTEVERY THURSDAYPORTLAND

4/5, 12, 19, 26

6:05pm Find out about pet-friendly events for the upcoming week on 98.1 FM Radio. The Furry FunPlanner report opens the KPSU Family Show.

SPOT’S REPORT

Find out about pet-friendly events for the

The Furry FunPlanner report opens the

THE PONGO FUND PORTLAND

4/8, 22Noon For anyone who needs help feeding their pet(s), the Pet Food Bank is open ‘til 2:30 at 910 NE MLK Jr Blvd. Details ThePongoFund.org or 503-939-7555. Times subject to change.

For anyone who needs help feeding their pet(s), the Pet Food Bank is open ‘til 2:30 at 910 NE MLK Jr Blvd. Details ThePongoFund.org


GUIDE DOG GRADUATION BORING

4/7, 211:30pmCommemorating the e� orts of students and their dogs; graduation ceremonies are a great way to get acquainted with Guide Dogs. Tissues recommended; puppy raisers introduce their dogs to their new part-ners and bid them and class members goodbye. Campus tours available.32901 S.E. Kelso Road, Boring Details GuideDogs.com.

PUPPY PLAYSCHOOL EUGENE

4/1, 8, 15, 22, 29Socializing and training puppies the � rst three months is critical. Learn exercises to help with these important � rst steps. Details/RSVP at luckydog day & night care, 4102 Franklin Blvd. , 541-744-2275 or luckydogcare.com. Love Spot? Like us!

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