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June 2008 - Spot Magazine
Everything Pet in the Northwest!
Tr a v e l i n g w i t h y o u r P e t Stay Informed on what you need to know about traveling with your pet Join Us AAA Service Center Gateway Saturday, June 7 - 2 pm 939 Harlow Road, Suite 100 Springfield, OR 97477 RSVP to (541) 741-8200 Gain Valuable Tips on *Pet Safety *Domestic and International requirements *Where to Stay *What to Pack Featuring Guest Speakers from *AAA Travel *Greenhill Humane Society, Emergency Veterinary Hospital, & Comfort Suites (Gateway) *Safe Haven Rescue Organization, & Best Western Grand Manor (Corvallis) *DoveLewis ER & ICU Animal Hospital, & Best Western Rivershore Hotel (Clackamas) Corvallis Best Western Grand Manor Inn & Suites Friday, June 20 - 12 pm 925 NW Garfield Corvallis, OR 97330 RSVP to (541) 757-2535 AAA Service Center Clackamas Tuesday, June 24 - 2 pm 10365 SE Sunnyside Road, Suite 100 Clackamas, OR 97015 RSVP to (503) 241-6800 * This event is for our two-legged friends only * V i s i t u s a t w w w. A A A . c o m f o r a c o m p l e t e l i s t o f e v e n t s c h e d u l e s Dog Daycare, Dog and Cat Boarding, Grooming and Retail In the Pearl District at 1313 NW Kearney, 503.227.0292 Dog Daycare, Dog and Cat Boarding, Grooming and Retail Pearl District CAT Celebrates 10 Cat Adoption Team in Sherwood, Ore. turns 10 with much to celebrate -- a 1300% adoptions growth rate from '98 to '07, a foster program modeled nationwide, and more. Looking ahead, the largest all-feline shelter in the Northwest sets out on an ambitious 5year plan. 9 Lovin' the leash Meet two Oregon sisters who, feeling it's no longer safe for cats to be outside, found a way to give them the outdoor adventure they crave -- on a leash. Their cats love it so much the pair produced a training video to inspire others to harness their own kitties and hit the road. 6 Reader Spotlight Every Issue Meet Loki , Darcy, Bowie, and Shadow 7 Learning on the Spot Discover a new trick, learn its benefits to you and your pet, get the quick and easy on teaching it, and Go! This month: Is your dog a calm co-pilot? 8 Friend of fragile, older kitties After years as a vet tech, Randy Golub of Springfield, Ore. started CatNurse on Call, providing medical care, spoiling and cuddling to older and ill felines (and canines) in their homes. Caring for a kitty with cancer in her home brought her dreams to a fine point; she built a heavenly place for kitties to stay on her property. "It was something I'd been subconsciously planning my whole life," she says. 16 FETCH! - Aussie Pet Mobile is coming to a neighborhood near you - Cat Adoption Team's 1st annual `Cute Cat' Photo Contest runs all month - Triple-A workshops help you prepare for summer road trips - Weekends are jumpin' at Howl At The Moon 15 Accidental Haven Jennifer Chapple was a successful executive who was highly allergic to cats. The last thing she'd planned was to develop a feline sanctuary on her Vancouver, Wash. property. But after finding a tiny kitten, and then an entire colony of ferals, that's exactly what she did. Today, Chapple Hill is thriving. 18 9 FCCO's Furball a huge hit It was the place to be one Saturday night in April -- the stars were out, the music was rockin' and spirits were high. Everyone agreed: Great Party! Name: Jo & Beth (not pictured Meg & Amy) they were named for the Little Women Breed: Dilute Torties Age: 9 weeks Turn-ons: Snuggling, playing, making you smile Where to find us: Cat Adoption Team in Sherwood (catadoptionteam.org) 5 Who'll Save the Pets? Lane County Shelter Closure Shakes Things Up Barely over a year old, Save the Pets animal rescue organization in Eugene may be the best possible candidate to fill the void when Lane County Animal Services shuts down this month. SPOT MAGAZINE � JUNE 2008 3 From the Publisher VOL. 3 � NO. 11 June 2008 Jennifer McCammon Publisher w/ Broadway, Peach, & Scout Jennifer McCammon with Peach, Scout & Lula (Broadway and Wolf dodged this shot) firstname.lastname@example.com Lancea LaPorte Art Director w/ Banner firstname.lastname@example.com W hat a blast this issue's been! In fact everything's been fun around here lately -- crazy hectic, but fun. Spot is GROWING! Even when you know something is imminent, it's such a delight when it starts to happen. Here's what's been going on: Spot's been participating in events nearly every weekend lately, from Walk for the Animals at Esther Short Park in Vancouver to Doggie Dash, the Multnomah County Fair, and more. Our firecrackers in Eugene, Marnie and Robyn, have been mixing it up with a ton of fun down there. This month they're launching a Cover Model Search in that area, something we just wrapped here in Portland (watch for the winners next issue). In addition to the beauty on the cover (he was selected randomly -- they're ALL beauties to us), every participant who entered the cover model search will appear in a special spread next month -- be sure to grab your copy! Also upping the excitement around here: as I write, the bean counters are tallying the winners of Spot's 1st annual Top Dog Awards. You'll have a chance to get better acquainted with those you've voted as YOUR Top Dogs: favorite doggy bakery, groomer, dog-wash, daycare, and many more. Personally, I can't wait to see the winner of the "product-you-can't-livewithout." We don't have to wait long -- your Top Dogs will be featured in July, with a little detail about each, so everyone can get acquainted with them. Start watching for WINNER stickers in the window of your favorite merchants -- your chosen Top Dogs will be sporting them. Yep, there's a whole lotta shakin' going on. In addition to these things, we're auditing our distribution (Spot is currently available at 800 locations) to ensure it's everywhere you are, making it easy to get your copy. As always, we love and appreciate your ideas and suggestions. Keep `em coming! You're the boss, and we're here to give you the information, resources and best stories of the day about our pet/people community -- which is rich with inspiring examples, hilarious hijinks, important breaking news, and fun to be had. Stay with us -- this is your Spot! Advertising Connie Theil Metro Eastside w/ Freeway firstname.lastname@example.com 503-254-3112 Mickie Aerne Metro Westside w/ Libby, Bogie, and Ruckus firstname.lastname@example.com 503-681-8890 Robyn Broadbent South / Willamette Valley w/ Jewel & Flame 541-736-0149 email@example.com Administration Marnie McCammon Eugene/Springfield Office w/ grandpuppy Roxy firstname.lastname@example.com 541-741-1242 Vonnie Harris Events / Distribution w/ Jake 360-903-4174 firstname.lastname@example.com To the editor: There's no one reason to point a finger at; if there were we'd find a way to fix it, but Recycled Gardens has failed to thrive during the reorganization period announced last year and the charity nursery is slated to close forever May 31st. All proceeds from the closeout will, as always, fund spay/neuter surgeries throughout Oregon, as RG's parent organization, POPPA (Pet Over-Population Prevention Advocates), Inc., will stay in business but now concentrating all our volunteer time and effort on securing grants and corporate funding. Recycled Gardens has already rolled back prices to the original $2.50 per gallon. And, all mature shrubs are half off. Hours have been reduced to Fridays and Saturdays ONLY for the rest of May, 10am-5pm each day. All purOur Mission Contributing Writers chases made must either be hauled away the same day or picked up within the week. The sale will also include all display plants, which will have to be dug up and hauled away by the purchaser. While supplies last, all clay pots will be given free with any purchase (cash or checks only). A facilities sale Saturday, May 31, 10am5pm, will feature tools, garden carts, wheelbarrows, folding tables, patio furniture, and anything else not classified as flora. Sorry all, the barn itself is NOT for sale. Recycled Gardens is located at 6995 NW Cornelius Pass Rd in Hillsboro, Ore. RG is not accepting plant donations, but is recommending they be given to schools or other nonprofits lacking landscaping budgets. Plastic pot recycling has also been curtailed; please take containers to the nearest Far West Fiber location. For more info, visit poppainc.org or call 503.626.4070 ext 3. Keni Cyr-Rumble President, POPPA, Inc. POPPA , Inc., Pet Over-Population Prevention Advocates, is a 501(c)3 nonprofit working to reduce the number of homeless companion animals in Oregon by offering statewide spay/neuter referral and assistance. Joan Callander Kristan Dael Jennifer DuMond-Biglan Alexa Meisler Connie Theil Jenn Walker Contributing Photographers Alicia Dickerson w/ Maya www.FourLeggedPhoto.com Marnie McCammon Subscription Rates: 1 year $15; 2 years $25 Spot Magazine PO Box 16667 Portland, OR 97292 Voice 503-261-1162 Fax 503-261-8945 Published monthly. Distributed from Vancouver to Eugene/Springfield & Sandy to Forest Grove. All rights reserved. Reproduction (whole or part) without permission prohibited. Companion 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. Our Policies � 2008 Living Out Loud Inc www.SpotMagazine.net Spot Magazine welcomes opinions and letters to the editor. To be considered for publication, letters should be signed and include the writer's full name, address, and daytime telephone (for internal use only). Spot reserves the right to edit letters for length and clarity. Mail to: Spot Magazine PO Box 16667 Portland OR 97292; Fax to: 503-261-8945; email to: email@example.com. Opinions and ideas expressed by writers and/or advertisers herein are not necessarily endorsed by, or necessarily reflect, the opinions of Spot Magazine or Living Out Loud, Inc. 4 JUNE 2008 � SPOT MAGAZINE Breaking News Deanna Mather Larson � Spot Magazine Lori Smith ne Sunday morning last June, Save the Pets (STP) held its first off-site adoption event for Lane County Animal Services (LCAS). Pickup loads of dogs and cats were transported to a Key Bank parking lot. Dogs, each with a handler, lounged in the shade; cats frolicked in large kennels. O One private rescue, John Archer of Waggin' Inn Rescue, sees hope in the situation. He says many local animal organizations have put aside their differences and banded together. Archer says if the cities and the county listen to input from these founder, Save The Pets at LCAS Adoption Event 5-18-08 Washing cars to raise $ for the babies The closure of LCAS is still being debated among officials, but even if it remains open, funding & services will be substantially reduced. People wandered among the purring and wagging, seeking just the right addition to their families. Three pets went home the first day. The weekend events quickly grew, and that winter STP moved the events indoors at PetsMart. At the end of the first year, 250 dogs and cats had found forever homes -- 250 over those adopted through LCAS that year. On April 26, 2008, the front page of the Register Guard, Eugene's daily newspaper, read, "Shelter prepares for closure. Lane County's administrator plans to end animal services come June." The accompanying photos showed dogs behind bars. The closure of LCAS is still being debated among officials, but even if it remains open, funding and services will be substantially reduced. Every area animal welfare organization and private rescue is bracing for the possible closure. The impact will be felt across Lane County, from the humane societies and breed rescues, down to the individual who quietly takes in strays. Eugene/Springfield area by conducting a market analysis. She concluded what the community needed was a centrally-located adoption center. The individual groups, the collective knowledge center would be a permanent site, a could be used to make a workable program. friendly, inviting place where private rescue groups or agencies could take He says, "Definitely if it's better organized pets to give them a greater chance of they could run it better for less money." adoption. Archer has worked with STP and has only good things to say of founder Lori Smith and STP began raising funds for the center the organization. It's possible STP may be in and seeking ways to promote adoptions. position to lead the way to an improved, safer, They looked for the greatest need in the community. Smith says, LCAS was John Archer sees hope in "We noticed they didn't flailing and the situation, saying many have a good reputation." local animal organizations have In 2007, STP approached LCAS with an idea, which the agency decided to try. "We were the first group they allowed to do an offsite adoption," says Smith. When the news broke April and more reliable solution to Lane County's 26, STP stepped up its efforts to fund a shelter problems. permanent site. Smith acknowledges it Smith first developed the idea of STP upon may not be the state-of-the-art facility her return from a seminar at Best Friends they envisioned, but they need to move Animal Sanctuary. She took a business-like forward quickly. STP's fundraising efforts approach to the animal welfare issues in the have accelerated, with summer events such as a Paws for a Cause Dog Walk and a Comedy Night and Auction. Smith says they are also recruiting for more foster homes to augment their current list. She adds, "We get donations from the community toward food, kitty litter, that kind of thing, for our foster families." While the future of LCAS remains uncertain and warm weather approaches, STP is preparing for another summer of open-air events in the parking lot of Key Bank at 1380 Coburg Rd. in Eugene. Deanna Mather Larson is a writer who lives on a ranch outside of Springfield with 10 dogs, nine horses, seven cats, three goats, three pigs, two llamas and one understanding husband. You can he lp! Help fund the permanent adoption center or with current needs Send $ to: Save the Pets P.O. Box 5905 Eugene, OR 97405 STP is a nonprofit 501(c) (3); all donations are tax-deductible. put aside their differences & banded together. www.savethepets.net � Volunteering � Upcoming Edoption events � Fostering opportunities � STP Wish List � Fun fundraisers such as the Dog Pound, where local celebrities will have to raise their adoption fee to get out of the pound. Dogs Rule Charm SchoolLLC (503) 659-2457 Where dogs learn to be polite and have fun doing it! Want to know what your pet friend is thinking? Obedience Classes see us at: Hillsboro Farmers' Market & Orenco Station Farmers' Market www.purrfectperches.com (503)734-6926 Classes at the new Oak Lodge Barks & Recreation Playcare in Milwaukie! *Special Polite on Leash and Daytraining for Oak Lodge Players! Discover reasons for your pets' behaviors and what they are trying to tell you. Call: 971-404-6683 References on Request Money-back guarantee. email@example.com www.bestpetfriend.com SPOT MAGAZINE � JUNE 2008 5 We misiden as "Buddytified Loki " month's is in last su Sorry, Loki e. ! � SPOT Meet loki Loki is a 16-week-old Keeshond pup who is ever diligent in guarding his bone. David R. Jothen Gresham, Ore. Shadow, a recent rescue, likes playing fetch with his boy. Andy throws Shadow's favorite toy, and he brings it back! He'll throw the toy out the sliding door to the back yard. Shadow has fetched more than 25 times in a row. Since June is Cat month, wanted to share it. Shadow has brought such joy and happiness to our lives. He was a recent rescue, and we put word out for a loving home -- I'm so glad nobody called to want him now! Our first cat, Primus, is even being friendly with him, licking and playing with him. : ) This is one of the "Happy" spots in my life now! Tammy McKinley Portland, Ore. Meet shadow Meet darcy & bowie When I got Bowie (the larger, redder of the two), Darcy couldn't stand him, and would snap at him if he got too close. Now, six years later, they sleep together and she seeks him out, but still lets him know if she feels he's bothering her. Janice Jenkins Portland, Ore. 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It's as if your dog can pick out the landmarks and read street signs, and it's maddening -- and dangerous -- to travel with a dog bouncing all over the car, barking, whining, not to mention embarrassing the heck out of you. Barking, bouncing off the windows, or shoving you out of the way to get out of the car is not what most pet parents had in mind when they envisioned fun car rides with their pooch. P � Teach your dog what you want him to do in the car, like lie down and relax on a mat. Start by practicing without actually going anywhere. Go to the car with treats and a towel or mat for your dog to lie on, then reinforce anything your dog does that's calm: sitting, standing, etc. Do this on the leash and work toward him lying down; it's helpful if you practice in the house before progressing to the car. Be sure to place the mat in the area where you would ultimately like him to ride. Once you have him successfully resting on the mat while the car isn't moving, do it with the car running, then progress to driving a couple of feet or so (just so you simulate going for a ride), stop and train again. E-mail firstname.lastname@example.com for a complete relaxation protocol and handout. � Use management techniques to pre- door to rush through, close the door, don't latch it, and be careful not to hit your dog with the door! Repeat this until your dog is sitting and waiting for you to release him "out" and the door is open far enough that he could jump out but is choosing not to. Jennifer Biglan is a certified pet dog trainer and owner of Dog & Cat, LLC Training & Behavior Modification services in Eugene, OR. She is the proud owner of two dogs and three cats and provides private training, behavior consultations and group classes. If you have questions, contact Jennifer at 541.686.6768, or firstname.lastname@example.com. Or visit her Web site at www.dogandcat.org. vent the behavior in the first place. Dog seat belts or crates in the car are good ways to confine your dog and prevent him from bouncing all over when he is excited. If your dog barks at people and dogs outside the car, restrict his view by covering him in a crate. � Do not allow your dog to jump out of the car in an aroused state. Start by working in a low distraction environment (the driveway or garage), until you can see that your dog can calmly jump out of the car there. Gradually increase the level of difficulty. For safety, be sure to work with your dog on leash, so he can't bolt out the door. When your dog is in the car, open the door just enough so he can hear you and say "Wait," then begin opening the door very slowly. Anytime your dog moves toward the Spot is made possible by our fine advertisers Please support them! And tell them you saw them in Spot! SPOT MAGAZINE � JUNE 2008 7 Outreach Kristan Dael � Spot Magazine ne day about two years ago, Teddy, a senior feline belonging to Lori and Simon Smith of Eugene, nearly lost her tail while moseying slowly (as older kitties do) along the driveway, when Simon drove in. While her tail was treated and mended as expected, the incident left her incontinent. Simon and Lori's routine came to include expressing Teddy's bladder twice a day for six months, and they sought help. Lori's vet, Priscilla Gibson of Bush Animal Hospital in Eugene, recommended Randi Golub, a certified vet tech with 20 years' experience in traditional veterinary practice (30 years total working with animals), who had started her business, CatNurse on Call, just six months before. When asked how it all began, Randi says she started working on it while "still working." Without a business plan or some of the other things start-up consultants insist are vital, Randi says she "took a leap of faith," and is thankful today she did. "I wanted to offer a unique service," says Randi, "something that would help people and pets. A lot of animals -- especially cats -- don't like going to the vet or groomer. And for those who are paralyzed or immobile (I also do hospice care), it's even tougher." Caring for cats and dogs in their homes allows Randi to offer the kind of "spoiling, cuddling and encouragement to eat" that's O very important to her, and that sometimes isn't possible in the fast-paced environment of a clinic. Early on, a client going out of town asked Randi to do a daily home visit for her cat who had cancer. Randi wanted to provide a higher level of care, and ended up boarding the kitty in her and her husband John's Eugene-area home. "She needed a lot, and I was so glad I took her home," says Randi. "It was a wonderful experience for the cat and for me." It was also that magical point some reach when things just click. Randi says she didn't want to continue boarding in her home, but she did want to accept boarders. "I realized this was something I'd been subconsciously planning my whole life," she says. "I pictured what I wanted it to feel like, look like, smell like." Randi and John built a cottage on their property that now typically houses four boarders at a time -- although "guest" would seem a more apt description. Each visiting feline has it's own condo (no cages here) with a garden view, bird houses, babbling water, a door to a secure outdoor area, even soothing music. It's a beautiful thing. Find out what it feels like for the two of you to be totally pampered. Portland's oldest pet hospital has been completely remodeled from top to bottom just to make you and your pet feel at home. When you come in we'll buy you a cup of Starbucks� coffee and freshly baked chocolate chip cookies and give you a tour of Portland's newest old pet hospital. "It's Teddy's home away from home," says Lori. "We go camping a lot, and Teddy stays there -- she still has medical needs that rule out leaving her home. When we get there, Teddy jumps out of my arms and into her little space; it's like Teddy's spa! We have other younger, active cats at home, so she really gets a break." Randi's original vision was of a peaceful, restful place for cats, she says, and clearly, she and her husband succeeded in bringing it to life. "I saw this light, bright, cat-friendly space," says Randi. "We spent many hours at Home Depot -- which was torture for me -- but it was an absolute labor of love, and the finished cottage and surrounding gardens were absolutely perfect!" About her husband she says, "I couldn't do it without him." Randi's venture has continued to evolve. In addition to home nursing, grooming and boarding, she teaches first aid classes with Save the Pets ("They're a lot of fun," she says, "people get a first-aid guide and a DVD"). When asked what she envisions for the future she replied, "Exactly what I'm doing now," adding that she can see writing a book or two sitting in the sanctuary with her kitties. "I feel like I have the best job in the world," says Randi. "It's hard caring for animals who are sick or dying, but so gratifying. And so many times a client will come back months later -- they'll call thanking me for some little thing I said," she shares with an unmistakable tone of wonder. "I look at an older animal and ask: `how could I love anything more -- I love this face!'" For details on CatNurse on Call, serving Eugene/Springfield and close-in surrounding areas, visit catnurseoncall.com. Dog Waste Removal Service Playtime For Yourself? 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Paige Powell and Pink Martini's Thomas Lauderdale were honorary chairs; Lauderdale performed his piano pyrotechnics (how DOES he do that?), and then joined Carl Halvorson and Stephen Beaudoin in a funny rousing song who's lyrics were strictly meows. T he 10th annual Furball celebration, Les Sarnoff, KINK Radio Morning Show host, kept things hopping until Lauderdale introduced his "favorite band," March Fourth, which brought down the house. Local animal advocate and founder of FCCO, Phylis Johanson, was also on the scene. Johanson unified five vets and citizens committed to addressing the plight of feral cats some 12 years ago. She wrote friends asking for startup money, and, with the $900 she received, she went after it. This year's Furball, the 10th annual, netted over 100 times that amount, and was a rousing success. Feral Cat Coalition feralcats.com 503.797.2606 regon sisters Dari Smith and Dee Remington never say the word "walk" out loud around their cats. They spell it out instead. That's because if they do utter the "W" word, their cats run to the patio doors and wreak havoc. That's because for the past decade the pair has walked their cats on leashes, through neighborhoods, along creeks, and at the beach. Their cats love it so much the sisters made a training video to inspire others to harness up their kitties and hit the road. Cat'zWalk, Giving Your Feline the Gift of Outdoor Adventure is a fun and informative video that inspires and O informs. In the early `90s Gabron the cat lived with Smith in an apartment. Wanting to keep her feline friend safe from traffic, predators and other dangers, she kept him inside. But Gabron was a rambunctious sort who yearned for the great outdoors. So Smith got a sturdy harness and was thrilled to discover Gabron loved walking on a leash. The two had numerous adventures, and an idea was born. Smith and Remington believe that while it is no longer safe for cats to be outside, they still "need the freedom to explore, satisfy their curiosity, and smell the wonderful fresh outdoors. Cats should be honored for what they want to do," they say. Smith would like to see shelters include the video in every cat adoption kit. Smith has two cats and Remington has five. On the video they explain that not all cats will take to a leash. "They all have their own personalities, just like people," Smith explains. "Some will just lie down, others take to it immediately." They always use a standard full-body halter, available in a variety of styles. It's vital the halter fit the weight and size of the cat. While CeCe adored walks from the beginning, Roger didn't. Smith believes from experience that with patience and perseverance, most cats can learn to love walking on a leash. shop online @ CustomFitDogClothing.com 503-666-8762 From coats to totes & life jackets too! SPOT MAGAZINE � JUNE 2008 9 Kristan Dael � Spot Magazine Stephanie Fox Outreach Volunteer I'm Drew I'm Penelope #478788 I'm Star I'm Cameron at Multnomah Co. Animal Services MEOW is the time to adopt 10 JUNE 2008 � SPOT MAGAZINE Feature n the mid `90s, Evan Kalik retired and left Florida to be near his sons in Portland. Later helping them expand their business, he requested one thing: space in their new building to use for cat rescue and shelter. I CAT's Lavender Room That shelter, Cat Adoption Team, opened in 1998, was run solely by volunteers and word of mouth, and in its first eight months placed 219 felines in loving homes. CAT's story is a powerful testimony to what can be accomplished when helping hearts and hands embrace a vision. CAT's adoptions have grown over THIRTEEN HUNDRED PERCENT (1328.76 to be exact) from 1998 through 2007. As of May 11, adoptions in '08 had increased yet another 13%. CAT marked its 10th anniversary in May, and the festivities continue -- there is much to celebrate and many happenings in the months ahead. While the importance of upgrading the facility may not be clear to some, it's easy to understand when considering facts like: - CAT's building was not designed as a shelter. Housing all resident cats on one floor (they're now on two) would enable visitors to observe them all at once. A fundraising festival for pets and the people who love them! � vaccine and microchip clinics � animal experts � pet adoptions 11 Cat adoption team Find out about the Pets in The Pearl Online Fundraising Challenge at petsinthepearl.com July 19, 2008 from 10:00AM to 3:00PM at the EcoTrust Conference Center in the heart of Portland's Pearl District Sponsorship opportunities and booths available. email@example.com Outdoor pet mall full of merchandise � gifts and services � live entertainment � refreshments � raffle prizes SPOT MAGAZINE � JUNE 2008 Feature - An additional operating suite would increase the number of spay/neuter procedures, a critical element of CAT's mission. - Greater isolation capacity would mean kitties could recover from surgeries in separate, complete kennels vs. the cat carriers they sometimes use now; plus, cats affected by upper respiratory infection (which generally run rampant in shelter settings) can be removed immediately, preventing many others from being infected. - Expansion would include a "gathering" space for use by the community and for education outreach. - Seemingly secondary, but in the larger scheme of things maybe not: making the some- what remote Sherwood location more attractive and familiar to the general public "ups its attraction factor" -- hopefully increasing the number and frequency of visitors. Which brings up an interesting point: while CAT may be considered "out of the way" for its Sherwood address, the organization has become a hub for felines and cat-related support systems all over the Northwest ("from Clark to Marion County, Clackamas, even Yamhill," says Covey). 75 percent of CAT's residents come from other shelters -- including SW Washington, Oregon, Washington County and Willamette Humane Societies, among others. The shelter is closed only two days during the year, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Over 2571 cats were spayed or neutered at CAT in 2007, -- including kitties from many shelters, from CAT and private owners. Among the goals for the future is to chalk up 7000 spay/neuters per year. One definite "secret" to CAT's success is a foster program that's modeled around the nation. Covey "The more fosters, the more kittens, says, "The more fosters, the pregnant moms, kitties recovering more kittens, pregnant moms, from surgery and others not ready for kitties recovering from surgery adoption, are moved out of shelters and others not ready for adopshelters where they would be taking up space, tion, are moved out oftaking up where they would be the more kennel space and resources space, the more kennel space open up for somebody else." and resources open up for somebody else." -- Kathy Covey CAT PR Manager 12 JUNE 2008 � SPOT MAGAZINE "Fostering the kitties has been the most rewarding thing. The thing I'm most proud of that I've done in my life." -- Barbara Pirk CAT Volunteer A snapshot of that `somebody else' is dramatic, especially during `kitty season' -- the warm months when so many unwanted kittens are born. "Earlier this week we had an urgent need," says Covey. "There were 15 litters waiting at county shelters." Currently CAT has 175 foster volunteers, and they're always in need of more. Barbara Pirk, who has volunteered at CAT since she and her husband, Heiner (short for Heinrich), lost one of their own in 2005. The Pirks never found their lost beloved companion, but they did discover CAT. Barbara's first foster (she currently has two, plus three of their own) was "a skinny, flea-bitten, no-fur, scared-to-death baby that wouldn't come out from under a blanket," says Barbara, who she took home to socialize. "When you see how they blossom and bloom with just a little care and love you just can't stop [being a foster]," says Barbara. When asked if she struggles when it's time to let them go [to forever homes], Barbara says she deals with it by meeting the adopters and knowing where they're going. "I get a feeling," she says. She is also comforted, she says, by knowing "for every kitten I foster I've saved two lives: the one I fostered, and the room they made for the next one." Barbara also accompanies her fosters to CAT's off-site adoption outreach events, held weekends at nine locations (see sidebar) when they're ready to go home. And what de-termines when they're ready for homes? Kittens are deemed adoptable when they're in good health, weigh at least 2.25 lbs. and have been altered. Some people, she says, bring kittens in to be altered, and those felines then go into CAT's "playhouse" to be seen by potential adopters during the week. Also, she says, as soon as six weeks of age, kittens can be posted on petfinder.com, a national site dedicated to homeless animals, adoption, crisis response and more. "Many kitties are pre-adopted through petfinder before they even reach weight," says Barbara. "Which is neat; they're in foster care as babies, and their adopters are there to pick them up when they're ready to go home, so they spend no time in a shelter." Come meet a CAT kitty! Interested in Fostering? What U Need: � Time (at least 3 hours/day to love, play with, feed & care for kitties) � Room (a good-sized bath or spare bedroom) � Scratching PetsMart stores Saturdays & Sundays noon-4 (or by appt) Hillsboro NE 25th/NE Cornell Tigard 7500 SW Dartmouth Tualatin 7029 SW Nyberg St. Wilsonville 8311 SW Jack Burns Blvd. Washington Square 8825 SW Cascade Ave. Pet Loft 6333 SW Macadam Ave. Petco Tualatin 8775 Tualatin-Sherwood Rd. Nature's Pet Beaverton 14700 SW Murray Scholls Dr. Cat Adoption Team Sherwood Beginning as a volunteer, Barbara was enlisted into the foster care program thanks to her "neat handwriting," she says with a tickled laugh. Now, some three years later she fosters, and continues to do the work she did from the start -- tracking all the babies in foster care, noting when they've been vaccinated, when they're ready for spay/neuter and adoption, etc. Look closely and you find the job is bigger than it may sound: in the summer of 2006, CAT had kitties in 300 homes at one time. Typically there are on average 250-275 kitties in foster care at any given time during summer months. While Barbara fosters orphans -- kitties six weeks or older (they're health is pretty stable then," she says, "if they had defects or were going to contract illness they would have by then"), "there's so many different kinds of groups," she says. Some want pregnant cats or mama cats with newborns. Barbara says she's scared to death of serious illness and infants. "That's the nice thing about fostering," she says, "you can stay away from those that scare you or who would be too much work." Details catadoptionteam.org Most of all? Barbara says, "Fostering kittens beats taking Prozac!" Spot's getting groomed! Check out our NEW LOOK July `08 ! Promoting good alignment and flexibilty at all ages SPOT MAGAZINE � JUNE 2008 13 Feature Still waiting. . . Jessie the cat needs a home! This beautiful kitty has been waiting over 2 months for a forever place to call home. She has all her shots, is spayed, and tested neg. for feline leukemia. To meet Jessie, call Patty 503.771.6353. Barbara does caution, once they start, fosters must know their limits. She says she's seen fosters "take in and take in, give and give, and one day boom; they totally burn out and don't want to do it anymore." Barbara knows her limits, she says, and sees herself fostering for a long time to come. Actually, she's come a long way in the time she's been fostering. "When I started, my husband said `What have you gotten into.' Now, once they're familiar with us and the house they jump on his lap and climb on h shoulder -- and he's just a big mush." Sherwood residents, Barbara and He grew close to the folks at CAT after moving into the area and away from longtime friends. Barbara is retired, and says Heiner "will have to work `til he dies." Interestingly enough, having retired as a successful executive in the corporate world, Barbara says it's fostering the kitties that's been "the most rewarding thing. The thing I'm most proud of that I've done in my life, which may seem silly given where I came from." Timid kitty not faring well at shelter Marco is a sweet boy who was abandoned in front of the shelter and was very traumatized by the ordeal, which is why he did not do well at Multnomah County's PetsMart outlet. To meet this sweet boy, call Patty at 503.771.6353. Sweet love Chloe is an incredibly sweet, beautiful tortoise Siamese, who will be a blessing to a relaxed home with plenty of available laps for snuggling and hearts to make happy. She is thought to be about 11, has had her annual checkup, and is in good health. She does have a delicate tummy, better lately, thanks to Evo dry food. Chloe would love to meet you. To set a date, email Levin at email@example.com. Not really, when looking at the big picture. As Covey says of CAT's five-year goals, getting kittens grown and into lifelong homes, coupled with stopping births of unwanted kittens, improves and enhances the lives of not only cat lovers, owners and cats themselves, but also of those who don't really like cats. Reducing overpopulation of unwanted cats means fewer strays, an end to feline euthanization, and diminishing "all the nuisances those who don't love cats point to," says Covey. More Rescue Me! at SpotMagazine.net complete dog and cat dinners naturally the best fit for human consumption kosher no salt, no sugar no preservatives fresh grade A meat & market vegetables made in the USA ANIMAL LAW � dog bites/ animal attacks � animal injury or death � veterinary malpractice � estate planning/ pet trusts Scott Beckstead advocating for animals and humans since 1991 www.animal-law.com � 541-563-5447 How We Can Help � 24 hour emergency service, our phones are always answered � A Place for Viewing and Saying Goodbye � We Provide "A Place to Go" for families mourning their loss � Four State of the Art crematories � Guaranteed Private Cremation � Unique Cremation Urns � Granite Monuments and Engraved River Rock � A vast selection of Pet Loss books and literature 8976 SW Tualatin Sherwood Road Tualatin, OR 97062 Phone (503) 885-2211 www.DignifiedPetServices.com 14 JUNE 2008 � SPOT MAGAZINE CRITTER NANNY Ltd. A Four Paws Country Retreat For the Discerning Dog or Cat ROVER REHAB Canine Behavior Specialist Specializing in shy dogs Effective, compassionate teaching and education WE BELIEVE THAT ALMOST EVERY DOG CAN BE SAVED YOUR DOG'S REHABILITATION CAN START TODAY! Jaye Hereford Dog Behavior Specialist 503-793-8953 email@example.com www.rover-rehab.com A Cozy LODGE in the pines where your Pets are LIKE FAMILY Hosted by Nancy and Jim All visitations by appointment 503-829-9831 www.oregoncritternanny.com Living the high life in Connie Theil � Spot Magazine C happle Hill Cat Sanctuary sits on 2� acres nestled in the heart of Vancouver, Wash. The site is inhabited by 130 furry creatures, all rescues, who by some lucky twist of fate, found their way here. Jennifer Chapple didn't just wake up one day and decide it was her mission to rescue cats. As a matter of fact, she's highly allergic to them. 12 years ago she was a successful market research executive at a large company when she and her husband bought the house and land. There wasn't a single cat to be found. Spot visited Chapple Hill recently, and the first impression on arrival is that the place is clean. Volunteers work hard to keep things spotless, and it shows. The first stop was a fenced-in porch. Cat beds were everywhere, all filled with purring balls of fur. We first met Bella, who'd been found living outside a restaurant. When Chapple went to rescue the very thin little girl with a broken tail, Bella refused to leave her buddy, Boris. That was 10 years ago. Bella is one of many who will live out her life at the sanctuary. Another sweet resident is Bridgette, who, along with her sister Fiona and six kittens, were repeatedly crossing NW Everett Street in Portland. Volunteers spent days trapping the Girls. All the kittens were adopted, and Bridgette and Fiona remain at the sanctuary. Some cats come because their owners have died. Chapple says they have amazing success socializing ferals, which is a good thing, as many arrive at their door. Inside were more kitties -- some who came right up and demanded affection, others who hung back. All seemed happy and healthy. There are no cages here; the animals live in spacious enclosed outdoor areas and in the house. They are cared for by 15 regular volunteers. The shelter is at full capacity and in need of additional support, both human and financial. The sanctuary goes through 1600 lbs of litter every six weeks, and several hundred pounds of food each month. "This is a very unique place," says Chapple. "The idea is that these cats are living together happy and healthy. This is their home until they find a forever home, and if they don't, they are treated as our family member until the end of their life. Our number-one goal is respect for the animals." Chapple is currently busy building another huge outdoor enclosure, as well as creating an informational hub for cat rescuers and owners. The resource will include information on spay/neuter and low-cost medical care, and opportunities to network with other rescuers. History is a reliable predictor of future happenings; accordingly, it's likely this determined champion of abandoned cats will see all her goals realized. And you can help! Chapple Hill Cat Sanctuary www.sanctuary4cats.com firstname.lastname@example.com Sanctuary Then one day Chapple heard a pitiful crying behind the house. Following the cry, she soon found a tiny black kitten, no more than four weeks old. Then she found its brothers and sisters, and then, an entire colony of feral cats living on their land. Chapple called the Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon (FCCO) -- in its infancy at that time -- for advice. Chapple's first step was to volunteer at FCCO and learn techniques in handling and caring for ferals. Eventually she trapped all 24 on her property, had them spayed and neutered, and converted a construction trailer out back into a cat house. Cat rescue groups soon learned of her and began placing homeless felines in her care. Chapple raised money with garage sales, car washes and Bunko parties. Volunteers showed up to help, and Chapple filed for nonprofit status. She says everything happened very quickly after she'd discovered her first ferals. 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To learn more or to order up a visit call 800.PETMOBILE (738-6624) or visit aussiepetmobile.com. eville, no matter where he/she was adopted. For details on entering, visit catadoptionteam.org -- where you'll even find tips on taking a great photo. Judging will be conducted after July 4 by a panel including local celebs, pro photographers, and CAT supporters and staff. The winners will be notified shortly thereafter. Road trip season has arrived . . . And Triple-A is on the scene to help you get ready. AAA will present Traveling with your pet, featuring tips on safety, where to stay, what to pack, domestic and international requirements, and more, at several events this month. Each event features guest speakers including local vets and hotel partners, plus AAA Travel reps. The events are for 2-legged friends only. Here's the lineup: - June 7 at the Gateway AAA Service Center in Springfield.. RSVP 541.741.8200. - June 20 at the Corvallis AAA Service Center. RSVP 541.757.2535. - June 24 at the Clackamas AAA Service Center. RSVP 503.241.6800. Got a pretty kitty? Cat Adoption Team's 1st annual `Cute Cat' Photo Contest is running all month long, seeking beautiful, cute, funny, delightful photos of favorite felines. The Grand Prize Winning photo will grace the cover of the 2009 CAT Calendar (1000 to be printed and sold this fall). The contest runs all through June, which is `Adopt a Cat Month,' and every cat is welcome to enter -- whether from Portland or Prin- Weekends are jumpin' at Howl At The Moon Howl at the Moon boutique & gathering place is celebrating its 3rd anniversary with festive weekend events through June 22. Each features cake for people, treats for dogs, and special activities. The fun gets underway June 14 with Pet Psychic, Faye Pietrokowsky noon-6 and a microchip clinic 10-2. The featured event June 15 is caricatures by artist Sam Arneson. June 21 will be works for display & sale by artist/potter April Biracree. June 25, Pics of the Litter will be doing pet portraits. More details howl-at-the-moon.com. When the day comes we will be there for you Family Animal Services � Full service cremations � Home pickup service available � 48 or 72 hour return of pets cremains � Same day services available � After hours and emergency services available � Grieving room available to say final good-byes � Optional viewing of pet's placement � Home euthanasia services available � Grief counseling resources available � Memorial items and urns available Your best friend deserves the best FAMILY ANIMAL SERVICES 17819 NE Riverside Parkway Portland, OR 97230 503-665-8300 *Classified Ad Rates: 1x $40 3x $33 6x $25 12x $20 3 lines of text, 45 characters per line Additional lines $1 per line per month *These rates apply only to text ads, not display ads 16 JUNE 2008 � SPOT MAGAZINE ADOPTION / RESCUE Multnomah County Animal Shelter10 Oregon Ferret Shelter . . . . . . .17 ADOPTION COMPANIONS FOR LIFE 300 cats & kittens looking for forever home, altered, tested, vaccinated, microchipped, indoor, ready to love. Adoption fee $60-$125. 7 days/week 10-6 Cat Adoption Team 503.925.8903 www.catadoptionteam.org Volunteers welcome. Fosters needed. ANIMAL COMMUNICATION Best Pet Friend / Jennifer Parks 5 FOREST PARK BED & BISCUIT Dog daycare, overnights & basic grooming while you wait or play. Private setting in NW PDX, close to Montgomery Park. Call Linda for details 503-768-9932 or 971-570-3646. HOME AWAY FROM HOME The Dog Manor for fun and friendly Doggie Daycare! Your best friend's home away from home. 503-309-0372 M-F 7-6:30 North Portland WHAT IS YOUR PET DOING ALL DAY? Chewing, Digging, Barking Bored and Missing You. Call A LUCKY DOG. 1-800-GO-LUCKY PET SITTING DEPENDABLE RETIRED COUPLE We do overnight and vacation house and pet sitting. Dogs, cats, horses, whatever! Responsible with great references. 503-679-5613 or 503-537-9719 THE PET PROFESSIONAL Serviceing inner portland. 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BUSINESS OPP.WASHINGTON KENNEL Excellent opportunity to start you own kennel! Beautiful 9 acre property in WA with a house, 16 run kennel, outside exercise areas, rural setting. $395k 360.270.9515 � email@example.com GROOMING / DOG WASH Sherries Pampered Pets . . . . .13 Portland Pampered Pets . . . . . .6 "WE HAVE A WARM HEART FOR A COLD NOSE" RESCUE GIFTS / FASHION / SPECIALTY Ballistic Dog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Bi-Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Four Paws Only . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Purrfect Perches . . . . . . . . . . . .5 DAYCARE See AJ's K9 Kamp under Boarding THE BED & BISCUIT ON SUNNYSIDE Daycare and overnight stays in my home for dogs over 30# Special needs, meds OK! Lisa 503-658-5737 LEXIDOG AT 5TH STREET PUBLIC MARKET Features Experienced grooming by Jessica Plante -- Let Jess pamper your pup from nose to toes! Call (541) 343-5394 for an appointment. HELP WANTED AD SALES Spot Magazine is growing! 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Please call Liana Mon-Fri 503-291-0010 GROOMING - EUG/SPNG Grooming Dales . . . . . . . . . . . .17 HEALTH & WELLNESS Back on Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Canine Peak Performance . . . . .6 Dr. Mary Mandeville . . . . . . . . . 11 Heal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Rover Rehab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Unsinkable Dogs . . . . . . . . . . . .5 TRAINING Behave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Dogs Rule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Rover Rehab . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 TRAINING HAPPY PALS DOG TRAINING Have fun w/your dog teaching manners and/or earning titles in obed, rally, conf, or tracking. Judges from several orgs. Private lessons, your home or our facilities. Call Loanne or Roger 503-359-9297. K9 BEHAVIOR COMPANY Private in-home training. Perfect puppy � right from the start! Behavior modification for your out-a-control adolescent dog. Help with your shy or aggressive dog. Gentle reward-based methods. Call Deb Walker 503-704-7481 or visit www.k9-behavior.com PET CONFINEMENT Invisable Fence . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 TRAVEL RESOURCES AAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 PET FOOD / SUPPLIES Bi-Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Evangers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Last Chance Ranch . . . . . . . . .18 Snowfire Farm -- distributor for healthy pet foods . . . . . . .16 Solid Gold Northwest Holistic Products for Pets . . .12 REAL ESTATE Teija . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 HOUSE & PET SITTERS KRITTER KARE OF PORTLAND Daily dog walks. Vacation pet sitting. "Overnites" & house sitting services. Caring for domestics & exotics in the tri-county area since 1994. Licensed, bonded, insured. Refs. 503-252-0599, 503-940-7761. VETERINARIANS / VET HOSPITALS Good Neighbor Vet . . . . . . . . . .7 Best Friends Vet . . . . . . . . . . .12 House Calls for Pets . . . . . . . .15 Rose City Veterinary Hospital . .8 LEGAL SERVICES PET TRANSPORTATION Northwest Pet Express . . . . . . .6 WASTE REMOVAL SERVICES Dog Butler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 PHOTOGRAPHY Bob DeVeny Photography . . . .10 VACATION RENTALS Idyllic Beach House . . . . . . . . .15 Joe Dodds House . . . . . . . . . .18 BANKRUPTCY & PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY Let me help you file for bankruptcy � stop creditors' calls - take control of your life. Aaron Varhola, 503546-7913. SPOT MAGAZINE � JUNE 2008 17 J U N E � 2 0 0 8 1 sunday � Cat Adoption Team's `Cute Cat' Photo Contest runs all month long. Grand Prize Winner will appear on the cover of the 2009 CAT Calendar (1000 will be printed/ sold this fall. Details catadoptionteam.org. 9am -- Meet MCAS cats & kittens at Gresham PetsMart 9-9 daily. Adoption counseling Tues-Sun, noon-4. 11am -- Animal Well-Fair & Adopt-a-thon in Eugene. Adoptable dogs, cats, birds & ferrets. Low-cost microchip & vaccine clinic. Local vendors, pet supplies, doggie fashion show & more `til 4 at Lane Events Center in Eugene. 1pm -- Puppy Pre-School in Eugene. Puppies 8-16 weeks enjoy off-leash play & socialization, and learn attention on owner, calm greetings, leash walking & more. Details dogandcat.org or 541.686.6768. 3pm -- Yappy Hour @ LexiDog Eugene, on the patio of LaVelle Wine Bar & Bistro at 5th Street Public Market. Bring your favorite canine & make new friends while enjoying fine wines from LaVelle Winery. Admission free. Lexi will host this event the first Sunday of each month through the season. Details 541.343.5394. 6:30pm -- Training Classes at Happy Go Lucky Training, 601 NE 28th Ave in Portland. This month: Puppy Kindergarten June 3 & 16; Beginning Obedience June 3, 11, 16 & 28; Out-On-the-Town June 24; Action & Distraction June 18. Details happygoluckydog.com. 7 saturday 10am -- Adoptable pets from Animal Aid at Mt. Scott Animal Clinic in Portland `til 1. Details 503.292.6628 or animalaidpdx.org. 10am -- Birthday Bash for Pro-Bone-O `til 7 at Bare Bones Self Service Dog Wash (both locations), 1025 River Rd. & 3365 E. Amazon in Eugene. Cake, treats, raffle. Details 541.607.8089 or proboneo.org. Pro-Bone-O provides vet care, food & medical to pets of homeless in Lane County the 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month at Lindholm Center. 11am -- OHS Adoption Outreach at Tigard PetsMart `til 3 & Furever Pets in NE Portland noon-4. Noon -- Kitten Road Show stops at PetsMart stores `til 4 and noon-4 every Saturday this month. For sites, visit catadoptionteam.org. Adoption counselors at all sites. Noon -- Show & Tell Saturday at Animal Aid, 5335 SW 42nd Ave in Portland `til 4. Also June 14, 21 & 28. Noon -- We are Bethel Celebration at Peterson Barn Community Center in Eugene `til 6. Art activity with Greenhill, music, activities, booths. 12:30pm -- "Problem Pooch" Class at OHS in Portland. Admission $30 donation; no need to RSVP. Details oregonhumane.org/behavior. Offered again 6/21. 2pm -- AAA presents Traveling with your pet, featuring tips on safety, where to stay, what to pack & more. Guest speakers include local vets, hotel partners & AAA Travel reps. 2-legged friends only. AAA's PetBook is now available. Today's event at the Gateway - AAA Service Center in Springfield.. RSVP 541.741.8200. 2pm -- Join Heal Animal Massage at Camp Doggie Tails in Tigard (campdoggietails.com) for Basic Massage. Heal provides dog beds & literature. Please prepay; register: 503.726.0801. 4 wednesday 7:50am -- Tune in to K103 Radio to meet the MCAS Pet of the Week. 9 monday 6pm --Understanding Your Dog at DoveLewis in NW Portland. Learn what your pet is saying. A yawn doesn't always mean tired; avoiding eye contact has meaning too. Free; RSVP required; dovelewis.org/giftshop. 5 thursday Noon -- Pet Loss Support Group at DoveLewis in NW Portland. Details dovelewis.org. 2pm -- Basic Manners Dog Training at OHS. Fun, positive & convenient. Details 503.285.7722 or oregonhumane.org. 11 wednesday 7:50am -- Tune in to K103 Radio to meet the MCAS Pet of the Week. 12 thursday 9am -- Pet Loss Support Group at DoveLewis in NW Portland. Details dovelewis.org. 6 friday 3pm -- Autos for Animals hosted by Hertz Car Sales NW, 4689 W.11th Ave. in Eugene. Pet adoptions today 3-7, Sat & Sun 11-3. Donations of cat & dog food, toys & other necessities being accepted for Greenhill pets. Details green-hill.org. 7pm -- Animal Magnetism: Pet TV for Humans on Channel 21. 13 friday � Pet Aid Concert at McMenamins Edgefield. The lineup includes Spoon, Presidents of the United States, and Nada Surf. A portion ticket sales supports OHS & DoveLewis. Details oregonhumane.org. 10am -- Zoo Father of the Year. One of the zoo's dads will be named Zoo Father of the Year and receive a special treat. Great photo opp. Details Oregonzoo.org. 11am -- Greenhill Adoption Outreach at West Coast Bank in Eugene. Details green-hill.org. 3 tuesday 6pm -- Tour DoveLewis Hospital the 1 Tuesday & 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6pm. RSVP to email@example.com. st FORESTED COASTAL RETREAT � LINCOLN CITY, OREGON � NEW - BUILT IN 2007 � 2 50" HIGH-DEF PLASMA TV'S � LIVING ROOM � SURROUND SOUND, DVD, DIRECTTV SATELLITE � GAS FIREPLACE � MASTER SUITE W/ KING SIZE BED & JETTED TUB � SLEEPS 12 VERY COMFORTABLY (503) 669-7639 � GAME ROOM W/ FOOSBALL & POLL TABLES WWW.SANDCASTLEVACATIONRENTAL.COM email@example.com JOE'S GETAWAY 14 saturday � Join Howl at the Moon's 3rd anniversary celebration through June 22. Cake for people, treats for dogs.Today: Pet Psychic, Faye Pietrokowsky, noon-6; Microchip Clinic 10-2. Details Howl-at-themoon.com. � NW Working Dog Expo, featuring K9 ProSports NW Regional Trials, at Columbia County Fair Grounds in St. Helens today & tomorrow. American Temperament training & cert., Protection Dog seminar, Good Citizen testing, conformation show, youth obedience contests, competitions, raffles. Details nwworkingdogs.com. 10am -- MCAS Adoption Outreach at Lake Oswego Petco `til noon. Red Lizard Running club takes adoptable dogs for a jog. 10am --Mt. Tabor Doggie Challenge: Scenic 5k & 8k runs with dogs at Mt. Tabor Park. After the run, enjoy food, beverages & live music. Details oregonhumane.org. 8 sunday 11am -- First Aid for Cats class at OHS, in partnership with the American Red Cross. First Aid for Dogs today at 2. Cost $40; RSVP required: 503.280.1440 or redcross-pdx.org. Noon -- MCAS Adoption Outreach at Salty's Dog Shop in Portland `til 3. 1pm -- Memorial Art Community Workshop at DoveLewis in NW Portland. Families 1-2:30, ages 16 & up 3-4:30. Art therapist & certified grief counselor Enid Traisman, MSW facilitates. Free; RSVP required: dovelewis.org/giftshop 1pm -- Puppy Pre-School in Eugene. Puppies 8-16 weeks enjoy off-leash play & socialization, and learn attention on owner, calm greetings, leash walking & more. Details dogandcat.org or 541.686.6768. For Itching and Hot Spots All Natural Calm Coat Stops Itching � Heals Hot Spots Speeds Hair Regrowth � Great for Wound Care Available at Fine Pet Stores and Grooming Salons Find a store near you Check out our website. WWW.CALMCOAT.COM Recommended by Vets. Used by Groomers. 888-396-0004 18 JUNE 2008 � SPOT MAGAZINE 11am -- Pong-n-Gong at Lucky Lab Brew Pub, 915 SE Hawthorne in Portland `til 6. Registration: $20 per person; tournament begins at 1. 12:30pm -- Finicky Feline class at OHS in Portland. Admission suggested $30 donation; no need to RSVP. Details oregonhumane.org/behavior. 21 saturday 8am -- Photo Class, Colorful Birds, at the zoo. Intermediate to Advanced. Details oregonzoo.org. 9am -- Volunteer Orientation at MCAS. Contact 503.988.6254 or ann.d.potter@c o.multnomah.or.us for details. 9:30am --5th annual Paws in the Park fundraiser for SafeHaven Humane Society at Timber Linn Park in Albany. Register @ 9:30; $20 walkup fee gets your dog a bandanna & goodie bag. 1.2-mile leisurely walk around the park. Or download a pledge form at safehavenhumane.com and earn prizes for raising $. Costume contest, scavenger hunt, biscuit relay, kissing booth, demos, food, vendors, games & more. Details 541.928.2789 10am -- Adoptable pets from Animal Aid at Western Pet Supply in Portland. Details 503.292.6628 or animalaidpdx.org. 10am -- MCAS Dog Adoption Outreach at Gresham Farmer's Market. 10am -- PetUtopia 2nd Anniversary Celebration through June 28 starts with a party today `til 5. Highlights: Faye the Pet April Biracree will show her work/take orders, `til 4. Noon -- Pet Photography by Donna Dunaif at The Cat's Meow, 3538 SE Hawthorne in Portland, `til 4. Mini portrait sessions $20. Details 503.231.1341 or 503.282.2967. 4:30pm -- Basic Strokes class with Heal Animal Massage at Pampered Pooch on the South Waterfront in Portland. Details/ RSVP 503.224.9839. Animal Aid Jack Hurd Emergency Medical Loan program for each 5-man agility ring crew. Go to animalaidpdx.org & click on the Agility Ring Crew link. 28 saturday � Under the Big Top. CAT hosts the largest kitten adoption event at the Sherwood shelter, with over 100 kittens & 200 cats, plus games & refreshments. Fun for the whole family; details catadoptionteam.org. 10am -- Pet First Aid at PetUtopia in Beaverton. Skills & techniques good for dogs and cats all sizes. $50 includes workbook, certificate and wallet card. RSVP required: 503.646.5937 or email@example.com. Noon -- OHS Adoption Outreach at Clackamas PetsMart `til 4. 1pm -- Heal Animal Massage's Rubi Sullivan works her magic during PetUtopia's continuing 2nd anniversary celebration at the shop in Beaverton. Details on the celebration June 21 at 10am. 7:30pm -- Animal Magnetism: Pet TV for Humans MCAS program on Channel 21. 15 sunday 9am -- Northwest Bugfest presented by Springfield German Import on Olympic in Springfield `til 2. Swap meet and Car Displays. Raffle proceeds benefit Greenhill Humane Society. 11am -- Howl at the Moon's anniversary celebration continues. Today, Caricature Artist Sam Arneson, `til 5. 1pm -- Puppy Pre-School in Eugene. Puppies 8-16 weeks enjoy off-leash play, socialization & learning. Details dogandcat.org or 541.686.6768. 22 sunday 11am -- Howl at the Moon's anniversary celebration continues. Today, Pet Portraits by Pics of the Litter `til 5. 1pm -- Puppy Pre-School in Eugene. Puppies 8-16 weeks Details dogandcat.org or 541.686.6768. 24 tuesday 2pm -- AAA presents Traveling with your pet, featuring tips on safety, where to stay, what to pack & more. Guest speakers include vets, hotel partners & AAA reps. 2legged friends only. Today at Clackamas AAA Service Center. RSVP 503.241.6800. Photos by Alicia Dickerson � Four Legged Photo 16 monday Noon -- "Baby Shower" at Willamette Humane Society in Salem. Warm weather brings hundreds of young animals -- mostly kittens -- to the shelter. Today & tomorrow, noon-6, the WHS foster care program is hosting a special Baby Shower to help provide for them. WHS staff & volunteers will be on hand to collect donated items, showcase adoptable puppies & kittens, and answer questions about WHS's foster care program. Needed items include: kitten & puppy milk replacer, canned cat food, Gerber baby food (any variety without onion powder), Royal Canin Baby Kat dry food, clay litter (nonscoopable) & puppy chew toys. WHS is located at 4246 Turner Rd. SE in Salem. Details 503.585.5900, ext. 350, or willamettehumane.org. 7pm -- Pet Loss Support Group at DoveLewis in NW Portland. Details dovelewis.org. 29 sunday 25 wednesday 7:50am -- Tune in to K103 Radio to meet the MCAS Pet of the Week. 6pm -- Yappy Hour at Urban Wineworks in NW Portland. OHS presents the winners of its Fuzzy, Furry and Feathered Friends photo contest. Purchase a toy from LexiDog to give shelter dogs fun while awaiting their forever homes. A portion of all Bishop Creek Cellars sales benefit OHS. Admission is free. 11am -- OHS Adoption Outreach at Gresham Petco `til 3. Noon -- MCAS Dog Adoption Outreach at Kiehl's on NW 23rd in Portland. ALL MONTH � AUSSIE PET MOBILE is new in town, providing a full `spa' experience to your pet at your front door in their Mercedes Sprinter Van. For an Aussie Pet Mobile in your area, call 800.PETMOBILE (738.6624) or visit www.aussiepetmobile.com. � SUMMER CONCERTS at the Oregon Zoo. For dates, performers and ticket info, visit oregonzoo.org. TATS for CATS 26 thursday Psychic, OHS adoption outreach, treat taste-testing with Evangers Gourmet Pet Foods, Training demos by Behave Canine Solutions, proprietor Margie VincentRoberts' Golden Cooper's 5th birthday cake (one for pets, one for people) 2-5, wine tasting, complimentary massages for pets by Heal (people too!), and more. Details petutopia.com. 11am -- Greenhill Adoption Outreach at LexiDog in Eugene (at 5th St. Public Market). 11am -- OHS Adoption Outreach at LexiDog in the Pearl `til 3, and at PetUtopia in Beaverton noon-4. Noon -- Doggie Olympic Games at Bolstad Ave Beach Approach in Long Beach, Wash. Fun for every dog & owner. Dogs of all ages, sizes, shapes & abilities have a chance to win a gold, silver or bronze medal competing in `Dunking for Dogs,' the `Peanut Butter Lick,' and contests in shedding, sleeping, singing & more. For fun, some contests involve handlers. Register that day, online, or at the pre-registration pizza party at the Breakers Hotel Friday, June 20, 4-7. Handler fee ($10) waived for pre-registering by June 15. Details 800.451.2542, 360.665.6395 or funbeach.com/events/doggieolympics/ index.html. Noon -- Howl at the Moon's anniversary celebration continues. Today, artist/Potter 6:30pm -- Animal Magnetism: Pet TV for Humans MCAS program on Channel 11. 27 friday � Agility Ring crew volunteers needed. In a fund raiser for Animal Aid, Columbia Agility Team will donate money to the 18 wednesday 7:50am -- Tune in to K103 Radio to meet the MCAS Pet of the Week. 6pm -- Portland's Next OHS Top Dog Model celebration at Hotel Monaco, 506 SW Washington in Portland. Details oregonhumane.org. 7pm -- Pet Loss Support Group at DoveLewis, 10564 SE Washington in Portland. Details dovelewis.org. MORE ALL MONTH LONg at SPOTMAGAZINE.NET KPSU Fathers & Families Show 1450 AM Thursdays at 6:00 * Coming up on Fathers & Families with your host Jim Whinston 19 thursday 7pm -- Pet Loss Support Group at DoveLewis in NW Portland. Details dovelewis.org. June 5, 2008: The Center For Family Success on helping parents who are in or released from prison. June 12, 2008: Mel Feit and Gus Sleiman celebrate Father's Day in a gender-neutral manner. June 19, 2008: Trent Lute, executive director of the Democratic Party in Oregon. June 26, 2008: Sonja Harju with a monthly update on political and social issues. *Subject to change. 20 friday Noon -- AAA presents Traveling with your pet, featuring tips on safety, where to stay, what to pack & more. Guest speakers include local vets, hotel partners & AAA Travel reps. 2-legged friends only. Today at the Corvallis - AAA Service Center. RSVP 541.757.2535. www.kpsu.org SPOT MAGAZINE � JUNE 2008 19 bi-mart


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Saravanan and Vikram were the architects of Income Tax RC's 15-25, 25-20, 25-20, 25-15 win over Kerala Police in the SAIL-Panimalar all-India P. John Memorial volleyball tournament, organised by Nellai Friends Volleyball Club, on Wednesday. Ratish shone for the Police team.
In another match, Tamil Nadu Police defeated Panimalar 25-24, 25-16, 25-9. Rajasekhar and Dhanasekar were outstanding for the winner.
In the women's section, Central Railway encountered stiff resistance from Dr. Sivanthi Club before winning 24-26, 25-13, 25-15, 26-24, while KSEB was taken the distance by Southern Railway. KSEB won 25-23, 25-18, 13-25, 27-29, 15-8.
Shyam Sundar shines
Shyam Sundar's 156 led St. Patricks to a 157-run win over Chettinad Hari Shree Vidyalaya in the SMCA under-12 schools cricket tournament.
The scores: Vidhya Mandir (Mylapore) 163 in 24.1 overs (P. Vidyuth 57, Ayub Syed three for 23) bt DAV (Gopalapuram) 120 for six in 25 overs (Sai Sudharsan 55, Preetham Sai 26).
St. Patrick's 247 for one in 25 overs (Shyam Sundar 156, Sachin Shrinivas 66) bt Chettinad Hari Shree Vidyalaya 90 for seven in 25 overs (Matheswaran 26); Sankara SSS 257 for five in 25 overs (A.S. Nivethan 104, S. Abijith 66, R. Kesav 32) bt Gill Adarsh SSS 117 for four in 25 overs (Kushal 45, B. Prasanth 26).
Lathika advances
Lathika Premkumar swept past Preethi Babu 6-0, 6-0 to progress to the girls' quarterfinals at the T. B. Balagopal Memorial junior State-ranking tennis championship held here.
Other results (pre-quarterfinals):
Girls: Megha Muthukumar bt Aarthi Murali 6-3, 1-6, 6-3; Saleema Salim bt Priyadarshini 6-0, 6-0; Aditi Bhaskar bt Sharon Samson 7-5, 6-2; Chandini Murali bt Harshitha 6-0, 6-0; Suchitra A. Venkat bt Y. Naveena 6-2, 6-0; Dhivya Vani bt Vibhaa Hariharan 6-2, 6-4; Varshini Jayakumar bt Keziah Catherine 7-6 (1), 6-1.
Boys: R. S. Mohit bt Subhash Paramasivam 6-2, 6-1; Preethkumar Ramdoss bt Deepak Senthilkumar 6-4, 6-1; Dakshineswaran Suresh bt S. Srivatsan 6-3, 6-3; Guhan Rajan bt Vivek John Sudhakar 6-2, 6-1; Bharath Akash bt Maran Satya 6-0, 6-3; M. Hariharan bt Sam Ronaldo 6-3, 6-3; S. A. Dhayaa bt S. M. Adithya 7-5, 6-3; Ashwin Dhanaswamy bt S. Krishnan 6-2, 6-1.
Srinivasan and Swaminathan win
The pair of G. Srinivasan and K. S. Swaminathan won the TNSC weekly bridge tournament in the East-West direction with a score of 66.15 IMPs. In the North-South direction, M. Sridhar and T. Subramanian came first with 63.76 IMPs.
Other positions:
East-West: 2. R.V.S. Manian & A. Sridhar; 3. T.M. Suri & S. Rajaraman. North-South: 2. Srihari Vergese & Sunil Vergese; 3. Arun Kumar & S. Ganapathy.
Sports Olympiad
The INNO Geo City Sports Olympiad is set to take off from July 28. The event, spread over two months and powered by Nokia Lumia, will include cricket, football, volleyball, swimming, and tennis, etc.
The games would be played during the weekends and corporate houses, including TCS, Wipro, Verizon, and HCL will participate in the event. For details, contact F5Ventures (mob: 98402 20110 or 93823 14839 or email: firstname.lastname@example.com).
Hockey tournaments
The Winning XI Women's Hockey Club will conduct an inter-school and inter-college women's tournaments from August 6 to 12 at the Mayor Radhakrishnan stadium. Entries to be sent to Mothi Singh, Secretary of the Club, 69 A, J Nehru street, Kumaran Nagar, Padi, before July 25. Ph: 99410 09006.
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Death penalty proposal due on marathon suspect
Prosecutors would not reveal their recommendation as the self-imposed deadline approached
By Denise Lavoie
Associated Press
BOSTON — Federal prosecutors refused to say whether they have recommended the death penalty for Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev as they reached a deadline Thursday to send their proposal to U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder.
Prosecutors from the office of Massachusetts' U.S. Attorney Carmen Ortiz have said in court they planned to send their recommendation to Holder by Oct. 31.
They would not reveal their recommendation as the self-imposed deadline approached. A spokeswoman for Ortiz said the Department of Justice's death penalty process is strictly confidential.
Prosecutors have said they expect Holder — who has the ultimate say — to make his decision by the end of January.
Tsarnaev, 20, is charged with using a weapon of mass destruction and 29 other federal charges. The April 15 bombing killed three people and injured more than 260. Seventeen of the charges carry the possibility of the death penalty.
Prosecutors had asked Tsarnaev's lawyers to submit their own arguments against the death penalty to them by Oct. 24 so they could be included in the proposal they send to Holder. The defense team asked a judge to order prosecutors to give them more time, but the judge refused, saying he did not have the authority to get involved in the Justice Department's internal deliberations on the death penalty.
Prosecutors allege that Tsarnaev and his brother Tamerlan, 26, built two pressure cooker bombs and placed them near the marathon's finish line. Tamerlan Tsarnaev died following a shootout with police several days after the bombings.
Authorities say Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, an ethnic Chechen from Russia who moved to the United States as a child, wrote about his motivation for the bombing on the inside of a boat he was found hiding in after the shootout. "The U.S. Government is killing our innocent civilians" and "We Muslims are one body, you hurt us all," he allegedly wrote.
Miriam Conrad, one of Tsarnaev's lawyers, would not comment on the Oct. 31 deadline.
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New Office Hours
- Last Updated: 12 May 2015
Effective June 1, 2015, Madera Irrigation District's new office hours will be 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The office will continue to remain open during the lunch hour. If you have any questions, please call the District office at 559-673-3514. On June 22, 2015, the office will remain open until 5:00 p.m. to accommodate the 2015 assessment installment payment deadline.
Well Monitoring Program
- Last Updated: 18 February 2015
Madera Irrigation District (MID or District) is requesting participation from Madera County landowners for its well monitoring program. MID routinely measures the depth to groundwater in various wells throughout the Madera area and would like to measure your well also. The free monitoring service will provide valuable information for surface and groundwater management programs throughout the San Joaquin Valley (Valley). This Program was originally developed by the United States Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) during the construction of the Central Valley Project in 1930. This Program is now a joint effort of Reclamation, Department of Water Resources, and numerous local irrigation and water districts throughout the Valley. Information generated by this ongoing groundwater study has resulted in changes to the way surface water has been delivered and improved groundwater tables throughout the Valley. The Program also allows Madera Irrigation District and other public agencies in Madera County to become eligible for certain grant opportunities, benefiting both the District and the community. Please contact Eddie Mendez at the MID Office, 673-3514 for more information.
Facebook and Twitter
- Last Updated: 02 February 2015
Madera Irrigation District is now on Facebook and Twitter.
Be sure to like, follow, and friend MID!!! We will be posting important topics related to the District and events!
- Last Updated: 17 December 2014
Contact: Thomas A. Greci, General Manager (559) 673-3514
On December 10, 2014, the Board of Directors of the Madera Irrigation District (the "District") voted to settle a dispute with Madera Valley, LLC ("MV"), its former financing partner in the District's water bank, also known as Madera Ranch. The dispute arose from the June 5, 2012, Project Participation Agreement (the "PPA") between the District and MV.
The terms of the settlement agreement include a one-time payment to MV in the amount of $500,000, and an option to purchase specified amounts of water in moderate to wet rainfall years, for a 25-year term (as opposed to a much lengthier term under the PPA), with the amounts depending on the hydrology. All water transferred must be used within the Friant service area, and in a manner consistent with the District's contract with the Bureau of Reclamation.
The District published notice of the proposed settlement agreement and the related water transfer agreement in the Madera Tribune in October and November of 2014, and circulated a Negative Declaration for public review and comment. The District did not receive any public comments on the settlement agreement or the water transfer agreement.
According to the District's General Manager Thomas A. Greci, "the settlement removes a significant amount of uncertainty for the District with respect to the water bank. As far as what the bank may look like in the future, all options are on the table. But first, the District must engage in a transparent, well-planned process to ensure both the Board and the District's growers are apprised of the pros and cons of each option. The District welcomes input from its growers, and is looking forward to a positive public dialog on this issue in the months to come."
Members of the public seeking further information regarding the District's settlement with MV, the PPA, or the water bank may contact their District representative, or Thomas A. Greci at (559) 673-3514.
News Release - Friant Water Authority
- Last Updated: 04 December 2014
The introduction yesterday (December 3) of bipartisan emergency drought legislation by Representative David Valadao and Members of the Central Valley Congressional Delegation in the House is welcome news to Valley communities and farmers facing the possibility of another year of crippling drought. With the current Congressional session due to end in a matter of days, time is running out for Congress to enact legislation to improve operations of the Central Valley Project to minimize chances that the Friant Division would suffer another zero water supply in 2015. "Introduction of this bill shows that our Representatives have not given up hope of bringing some relief to the Valley this year, even if further legislative work remains to be done next year," said Ronald D. Jacobsma, Friant Water Authority General Manager. "We know time is short, but the Valley Congressmen and the Senators have worked too hard for too long on drought legislation to give up now."The "California Emergency Drought Relief Act of 2014" (H.R. 5781) is sponsored by Rep. Valadao (R), along with Representatives Devin Nunes (R), Kevin McCarthy (R), Tom McClintock (R), Ken Calvert (R), Doug LaMalfa (R) and Jim Costa (D). The bill would direct federal water-management and fishery agencies to take steps, within existing laws and regulations, to maximize the availability of water from the Delta for use human uses. Under the bill, federal regulatory agencies must continue to enforce the Endangered Species Act biological opinions in the Delta, but regulators would have to provide scientific justification for actions that would result in water supply reductions.
2015 Assessments Notice
- Last Updated: 16 October 2014
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the 2015 Madera Irrigation District Assessments will become due and payable on November 3, 2014. The first installment will become delinquent at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 22, 2014 after which time a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added thereon. The second installment will become delinquent at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, June 22, 2015, after which time a five percent (5%) penalty plus $10.00 for administration and publication costs will be added thereon. Assessment billings will be mailed out during the week of October 20, 2014.
Payments may be made at or mailed to the District Office at 12152 Road 28 ¼, Madera, CA 93637. If payments are mailed, they must be postmarked no later than the delinquency dates shown above for each installment in order to avoid penalties and costs.
NOTICE TO NEW PROPERTY OWNERS: Any individual, who has either purchased property within the Madera Irrigation District or changed their mailing address in the past year and has not received a 2015 Assessment Billing after the mailing date shown above, should inquire at the District Office or call (559) 673-3514. All deeds may not have been processed as of the date of the mailing, therefore, they would not have been entered into the assessment tax system. The taxpayer is responsible for paying their taxes timely whether or not they receive a bill.
Jill N. Low
Assistant General Manager
Madera Irrigation District
2014 Drought Assistance Programs
- Last Updated: 03 March 2014
There are many state and federal programs available for drought assistance. A list of programs can be found here.