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Gracing this issue’s cover is Dohjo, the winner of our 2010 CityDog Cover Dog Model Search, shot by Seattle pet photographer Jamie Pflughoeft of Cowbelly Pet Photography. According to his dad John, the two-year-old Corgi/ bulldog mix likes food (what dog doesn’t?), any stuffed toy, treats from friends, most people, most dogs, looking for rats along the canal (ew), and sleeping on his dad’s bed. Dohjo dislikes tall, wet grass, vegetables and being left at home (what dog does?). His quirks? According to John, “Dohjo’s a walking quirk.”
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{BARK OF THE TOWN} NEWS YOU CAN CHEW ON 4. All dogs need a calm, confident leader. Being a leader is not
10 New Year’s Resolutions you can make for your dog in 2011 by victoria stillwell 1. Keep training your dog. People think that once their dog is trained; there is no need to carry on. But your dog never stops learning and training should be reinforced throughout your dog’s life. 2. Think dog. Take time to think how your dog perceives the world and use this knowledge to make training easier. For example, a human’s dominant sense is vision whereas your dog’s dominant sense is smell, making his experience of the world very different from yours. When you take him for a walk, allow him to smell things as much as possible as this stimulates your dog mentally and helps to tire him out. 3. Exercise your dog. A tired
It’s Me or the Dog airs Saturdays at 8 p.m. on the Animal Planet.
dog is a happy dog but make sure that the exercise is appropriate for the breed and age of dog that you have. Exercise releases pleasurable endorphins into your dog’s body and is a great stress reliever for both of you.
about dominating your dog and making him submissive towards you, it is about being a teacher and building his confidence by using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior. If your dog is made to feel good about a certain action or behavior he will offer it to you again.
5. Look at your dog’s diet and see how you can improve it. You are what you eat and the same is true for your dog. Many behavior and medical problems can be attributed to poor diet, so make sure your dog is getting the very best. Foods that contain additives such as artificial colors, flavorings and preservatives should be avoided, as well as foods that contain corn, wheat and soy. These are cheap fillers used to bulk up the food and have very little nutritional value, 6. Sign up for a dog sport that you both enjoy such as agility, fly ball or canine freestyle. Dogs get bored easily so get them out and get them moving. 7. Make sure your dog is microchipped and don’t forget to book his yearly check up with the veterinarian. 8. Play with your dog. One of the main reasons why humans and dogs get on so well with each other is that both species love to play. Playing with your dog is one of the best ways to bond and is a great stress reliever for both of you.
9. Have fun and enjoy your dog. A dog should never be a burden. If you take the time to train your dog you will give him the tools he needs to live successfully in a human world. Having a dog can improve your health by not only increasing your exercise level but studies show that just stroking a dog can help lower your blood pressure and give you a feeling of calm.
10. Go to www.positively.com , the number one on-line home of positive reinforcement training and gain the latest information on how to give your dog the best in life.
In the Eco-Doghouse This Eco-Doghouse, designed by Matthew Coates, Coates Design Architects, was built 100% from overage from construction projects, utilizing materials that may have otherwise gone to landfills. And, since this doghouse was built with sustainability in mind, it is arguably one of the healthiest indoor living environments built for a dog. Because all materials used for this doghouse are non-toxic, Henri (the great Dane in the photo) won’t have to worry about doggie asthma, dermatitis, allergies, skin infections or other health issues that may generate from utilizing toxic products. This unique eco-dog house has FSC siding, thermal heated concrete floors and a vegetated roof. The house is well ventilated and situated with a window facing Matthew’s desk, allowing Henri to have a line-ofsight to his favorite person on earth.
Recently on Facebook, we asked you to share some of your favorite winter activities with your pooch: “Since I have a pug who doesn’t do well in hot weather, the cold winter months are when we take our longest walks. He loves it and doesnt get overheated, even with the occasional cute sweater!”—Lori Giordano Keyes “I’m with Lori; since Angel and I live in the heat of Phoenix, winter is our best, and only time to take our long walks and desert hikes.”—Mary Hosman “Doggie snuggles wrapped in fleece and finding Snickers and Anubis warm raincoats!”—Jen Rosenbrook “Sleeping, drinking whiskey and yes, doggie snuggles in front of the fire.”—Charles Roe 10 • CityDog Magazine
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With spring just around the corner our thoughts turn to hiking with our dogs. A great way to warm your dog up for a hike is with a massage. Just like stretching helps us get ready for a run or hike, massage can loosen your pup’s muscles so he won’t strain them on your hike. After the hike, massage can also help him cool down, decreasing the likelihood of strained or tense muscles. Jen Streit, an animal massage practitioner, will come to your home and teach you some massage techniques. Better yet, schedule a post-hike massage for yourself and have Jen come out and massage your dog. Though we are looking to spring we are still in the clutches of winter and arthritic dogs are feeling the cold in their bones. Massage can help keep achy joints lubricated and moving smoothly thereby lessening joint pain. Other benefits of massage include decreasing inflammation and scar tissue after an injury or surgery, boosting your dog’s immune system, decreasing anxiety, and helping with digestive issues. Jen also specializes in massaging dogs nearing the end of their lives. Massage can make their last days more comfortable. Jen is also a reiki master and uses reiki energy in addition to massage when working on animals. Animals gain the same benefits we do from massage. If you are interested in finding out more about how massage and reiki can benefit your dog (or c-a-t, don’t say it out loud this is a magazine for dogs afterall) visit Jen’s websiteHandsToPawsAnimalMassage.com or call her at 206.938.8539 or 206.579.7572. Winter 2011• 11
{BARK OF THE TOWN}
Knit Your Own Dog
Yoga Dogs
Dogs
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by dan borris
by Tim Flach
books we love Knit Your Own Dog offers the unique opportunity to knit yourself a dog, literally. There are 25 different breeds to choose from a perky poodle, to a burly Bulldog, a delightful Dalmation to a loyal Labrador. With Sally Muir and Joanna Osborne’s designs, you can now knit your precious pet, reproduce your favorite breed, or even knit the dog you have always wanted. The dogs are surprisingly easy to make. It will only take a few evenings to create a covetable companion for life. Idiosyncratic descriptions of the various breed accompany beautiful photography, making this book irresistible for both keen knitters and devoted dog lovers. grade:
books we love From the creative mind of acclaimed photographer Dan Borris comes Yoga Dogs, a compilation of dogs and puppies in yoga poses. Inspired by a friend’s mastiff that would imitate its master’s morning yoga routine, Borris set about creating this whimsical collection that includes 45 images of dogs in yoga poses, and features dozens of different breeds. Complete with instructions for yoga poses, the book also includes bits of wisdom in the form of Zen sayings and meditations that are sure to enlighten and amuse. From chows in tree asana to retrievers in warrior pose, there’s no denying Yoga Dogs is as charming as it is informative. grade:
books we love Since the wolf first snuck into the caves of our ancestors to take warmth from the fire, dogs have been man’s constant companion. Dogs’, multi-awardwinning photographer Tim Flach, delves deep into the psyche of this enduring bond with Canis familiaris to present an exquisite study of “man’s best friend.” From specimens on show at Westminster to shelter dogs lovingly rescued by volunteers; from the grace and agility of racing greyhounds to adored domestic companions; from Afghan hounds to Hungarian komondors, the images featured in Dogs deliver one of the most exciting photographic tributes to dogs ever published. grade:
Seattle Kennel Club is coming to town
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ne of the nation’s premier and most family-oriented dog shows returns to spacious Qwest Field Event Center March 12-13. The Seattle Kennel Club Dog Show features a wide mix of events, including conformation, agility, junior showmanship, obedience and rally competition. The always-popular Meet the Breeds and demonstration events will enable attendees to ask questions and determine if those breeds or dog-oriented activities are suitable for them. New demonstration events include a fun-filled look at the sport of Nose Work, showcased by Miriam Rose, of Seattle, the first National Association of Canine Scent Work certified instructor in Washington state. “It’s a process and a sport that promotes growth and happiness in the animal,” says Rose, “and an outlet for its needs to smell.” Also, Dr. Lisa Lembeck Roberts, who is studying to become a boardcertified veterinary “criticalist,” will present basic dog first-aid procedures, discuss grief on the loss of a pet and take the public’s questions. Dozens of vendors will be selling dog-related products, and approximately 100 breed-specific and breed-rescue/service organizations will have booths on the upper level with personnel available to answer breed-specific and general adoption questions. If you’re a first-timer to a dog show and want to know what’s going on, the club offers hourly tours, led by a seasoned club member, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. both days. Early sign-ups are advised by registering online at seattlekennelclub.org. Show hours are 8 a.m.-6 p.m. both days. The judging schedule for both days will be posted online a week before the show dates at seattlekennelclub.org. — ranny green
Spott’s Canine Miscellany By Mike Darton books we love Spott’s Canine Miscellany is the obsessive dog owner’s book of canine facts, embracing the essential, the trivial, the intriguing, and the extraordinary. You will discover such whimsical treats as dog epigraphs, the origins of breed names, an international guide to the word “dog,” the world’s oldest dog, Aesop’s fabled dogs, dog-bite statistics, a Lassie profile, and dogs who went down with the Titanic. It is, in short, the perfect companion for your perfect companion. grade:
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Dog Country cloud 10 music music we love Tennessee songwriter Steve Christopher has released a new album, Dog Country, a 10-cut compilation of original songs, all about dogs. Penned by several writers, including Christopher, the dog-themed songs are like country music itself, spanning the gamut from happy to sweet to funny to tearjerkers. The newly released album, available on iTunes, CD Baby and at dogcountrysongs.com, is dedicated, in part, to Christopher’s chocolate Lab, Vassey, who died last year. “She brought us more love and friendship than I could ever put down in words,” says Christopher. You don’t need to be a country music lover to enjoy this CD—just a dog lover.
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{cool products} what’s cool for hot dogs Cozy Carnivores u Keep your pooch cozy with a PetCosy made by Seattle-based NiNANiNA. Each carnivorous cozy is handmade with triple-stitched, machine washable fleece and felt details and can be used as a blanket, sleeping bag, or plush “bearskin” rug. Additional carnivore / large mammal cozies are available to gobble up your little friend like Simon the Shark, Adrian the Alligator and Oscar the Orca. $45 at etsy.com/shop/rikarika.
Only for Dogs with a Good Sense of Humor u We thought we’d seen it all, but then came along the Humunga Stache. Essentially it’s a fetch toy, with a ball on one side and a mustache on the other. Sure to inspire laughs at the dog park, this durable, nontoxic rubber toy also comes in Humunga Tongue and Humunga Stache and Beard. $12 at moodypet.com.
Form, Function and Fido p Vancouver, BC-based Bewbew Designs keeps things modern, simple and functional with these pooch-themed coin purses. Perfect for carrying keys and credit cards for a quick trip with your canine. $12 at etsy.com/shop/bewbewdesigns. 14 • CityDog Magazine
Pet Lifestyle and You (P.L.A.Y.) u Pamper your pooch and update your decor at the same time. With P.L.A.Y. products, you can do just that. These fashionably unique dog beds do much more than provide a place for your pup to rest its head. Made with the environment in mind, they beds feature 100% all-natural covers that are machine washable and fill made from recycled plastic bottles. With exclusively designed graphics created by artists in San Francisco, P.L.A.Y. delivers a look and feel that will leave tails wagging and wallets intact. Beds range in price from at $89 to $169. petplaysf.com
t Straight to the Heart Berkely-based printmaker, designer and illustrator Rigel Stuhmiller has created a line of beautiful prints, cards and gift tags intended for the dog lover’s heart. Each card and envelope is handletterpressed by Stuhmiller on an antique C&P letterpress using high quality bright white paper. Cards measure 3.75 x 7.25” and are flat-panel (non-folding). Prints measure 8 x 10” and gift cards measure 3 x 3”. Prices from $10 to $30. etsy.com/shop/drenculture
t Charlie’s Sunday Best Your dog will look dapper in Charlie’s Sunday Coat by Bee by the Sea. This beautifully designed, yet durable coat is made for pintsized pooches or can be custom tailored to fit any Fido. The coat slides over the neck and loops under the chest to a Velcro closure and is made with thick tapestry fabric, with micro suede trim at the collar and waistband, a fleece lining and decorative accent buttons. $55 at etsy.com/shop/ beebythesea.
Nothing Silly About These Collars p Buddy loves bananas, peanut butter, carrots and french fries. We love Silly Buddy’s collars and leads. Silly Buddy founders Hande and Emre have created items by “hand and heart” in their “little suburban studio,” creating unique, one of a kind, beautiful things for you and your best friend. Collars $27 and up; leads $33. etsy.com/shop/SillyBuddy
{cool products} what’s cool for hot dogs High Fashion for Fido u Clothing designer Charlotte Tarantola has introduced a line of adorable sweaters for the pampered pooch. Perfect for luncheons, portrait sittings, and of course, CityDog Muttmixers. $37 at shop.charlottetarantola.com.
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t Old Fashioned Fun for Fido Keep your poodle from developing a paunch with these recycled canvas chew toys from Ore Pet. Features include recycled cotton stuffing, a sturdy canvas contoured exterior and clever photorealistic graphics. $7 each at Seattle’s Fido & Scratch or oreoriginals.com.
Say it Loud and Proud u There’s nothing to be ashamed of…we all do it. Kiss our dogs on the lips, that is. This delicate, sterling silver pendant necklace by artist Trudy James says it loud and proud, “I kiss my dog on the lips.” The 7/8” round silver disc has a brushed finish or can be ordered with a polished finish. And, the sterling silver dog bone charm adds a little extra character. $59 at etsy.com/shop/trudyjames.
t Walk-e-Woo Colorado-based Walk-e-Woo has created hip, fashion forward products for pooches including colorful collars, leashes, toys and accessories. Available at Paddywack in Mill Creek, Wash., Lexi Dog in Portland, Ore. and other fine retailers. Prices vary. walkewoo.com
Shirts with Attitude u Created by Tommy Athanasiou of Tommy Pop Art, these tees are all about attitude and gratitude. 10% of all shirt proceeds are donated to a pitbull rescue of the month. January’s recipients were Bully Breed Rescue and Handicapped Pets Foundation. $25 at pitbullshirt.com.
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P.L.A.Y.’s Footprints bed in khaki from the Artist Collection featuring designs by artist David Collins.
t Hope for Homeless Pets These High Hopes Easy Bake Treats will make your dog’s tail wag with joy—especially because they’re baked with love by you! Just add milk or water, a sprinkle of love and bake for 10 minutes. High Hopes donates 3.5% of every sale to shelters and animal organizations throughout the country. $9.99 and up at highhopesforpets.com.
Down with Doggy u This winter, your pooch will stay stylish and warm with Joy Pet Products’ 550 fill power, white goose down, reversible dog coat with removable hood. Choose from a variety of colors: Turquoise with Bright Lime (shown), Hot Pink with Silver Grey, Black with Golden Khaki and Sky Blue with Silver Grey. $92.99 and up at joypetproducts.com. Winter 2011 • 17
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The Best Doggone Week Why wait for the weekend when you can make the most out of every day with your dog? by brandie ahlgren No more manic Mondays Start the day with a cup o’ joe at BARK espresso café, located in north Seattle. The Hound Hang Out, adjacent to Great Dog Daycare, offers a place for dogs and their peeps to hang out, serving Caffe Vita espresso and Macrina Bakery treats. Open Monday through Friday, 6:45 a.m. to 7 p.m. and weekends, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (11335 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle; barkespresso.com). Beat the winter blues with game night. Funagle may not be Trivial Pursuit for
Apple Cinnamon Rolls Ingredients 4 cups wheat flour 1 packet dry yeast 1/4 cup sunflower oil About 2/3 cup luke-warm water 1 small apple 1 1/3 cup ground hazel nuts 1 pinch cinnamon About 1/2 cup water
1. Preheat oven to 340 degrees F. 2. Measure wheat flour and mix with yeast. 3. Add sunflower oil and water to the flour. 4. Mix to a smooth dough with hand or electric mixer and knead for another three minutes. 5. Put the dough back in the bowl with a little flour, cover with a dish towel, and let set for 30 minutes. 6. Wash apple and puree along with hazel nuts, cinnamon, and water. 7. Then knead the dough again and roll about ¼ “ thick on a floured surface. 8. Cut strips about ½” wide and 2 “ long and coat with apple-nut mixture. 9. Roll individual rolls and place them close together on the baking pan. 10. Bake the rolls about 20 minutes at 340 degrees F.
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pooches, but it is a board game people play with pets. Fun for the whole family, it’s a feat of wits trying to “funagle” Fido into performing tricks like “Moonwalk” or “Do the Wave” ($34.95 at darfinc.com).
Westside Yoga & Doga offers senior dog meditation and massage every first Tuesday of the month from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. (6413 California Ave, SW, Seattle; westsideyogadoga.com).
OR Keep it simple with a game of hide-and-
It’s been a long week and you’re ready to hang your hat at the local watering hole, but wait…Fido’s not welcome? Not to worry. For the quintessential, canine-friendly pub, the Beveridge Place in West Seattle features over 25 beers on tap (and over 100 in bottles) plus a pool table and darts (6413 California Ave, SW, Seattle; beveridgeplacepub.com).
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When referring to dogs, hump day takes on a whole new meaning (did we just say that?), but for us, it means the workweek is halfway over. Celebrate Wednesday with a casual get together with friends, two- and four-legged alike. Make it a potluck and have each person bring a dish for both human and canine. For ideas, check out Cooking for Dogs: New Recipes from Dog’s Deli by Friederike Friedel.
Thirsty Thursday
seek. “Fergie and I will play hide-and-seek,” says Jamie Pflughoeft of Cowbelly Pet Photography. “When she’s distracted, I’ll find a hiding place, then try not to giggle as I hear her searching the house for me. I usually give my location away though, because I can’t help but laugh when I hear her getting close.”
Tuesdays are for taking it easy and for some folks, baking is just that. Mixing ingredients, kneading dough, enjoying the delicious scents wafting through the house. Relaxing. If baking relaxes you, why not bake for your beloved...beloved dog, that is. Here’s a recipe from Baking for Dogs: The Best Recipes from Dog’s Deli by Friederike Friedel.
Hump Day
OR Join fellow dog lovers for a small dog
Mental note: Boredom gives dogs bad ideas: Chewing your favorite Jimmy Choos, shredding couch cushions, rooting through the garbage. Daily exercise and mental stimulation keep dogs out of the dog house.
play group every Thursday from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Westside Yoga & Doga. (6417 SW Fauntleroy Way, Seattle; westsideyogadoga.com).
both Enjoy Westside Yoga & Doga’s small dog play group then hit the Beveridge Place for a pint with your pint-sized pooch.
Molly Moon photo by David Henkes, Washington Arboretum by Jamie Pflughoeft, Beveridge Place Pub courtesy of Beveridge Place Pub.
If you prefer a night in, then why not pamper yourself and your pooch, with a pedicure and pawdicure? For you, we love bliss’ foot patrol with aloe leaf and peppermint, paired with softening socks (blissworld.com). For your pooch, Seattle-based DERMagic offers a three-step pawdicure treatment set to clean and soothe your dog’s paws and pads that includes an Organic Shampoo Bar, Skin Rescue Lotion and Cell Restoration Crème (dermagic.com).
Thank dog it’s Friday What would Friday be without happy hour? Even better...how about happy hour with your hound? Norm’s Eatery & Alehouse in the Fremont neighborhood of Seattle offers happy hour from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., with $3 pints of beer and $5 appetizers. We suggest you splurge on a burger though...it’s sooo worth it and your dog will love you forever if you share (460 N. 36th Street, Seattle; 206.547.1417)! With bellies full, make it a dog-themed movie night. We recommend A Dog Year, starring Jeff Bridges. Based on author Jon
Katz’s best-selling memoir of the same name (a favorite of ours, we’ve reviewed several of his books in CityDog), the film portrays a writer in the midst of an existential crisis who’s life is transformed after adopting an abused border collie. Or, a personal favorite of mine is My Dog Skip, also based on a memoir (by Pulitzer prize-winning author Willie Morris) about a boy and his dog. And, then there’s Hachi: A Dog’s Tale, starring Richard Gere. Based on a true story, Gere plays a college professor who finds an abandoned dog and takes the animal in, soon forming a strong and unexplainable bond. Warning for all three movies: Keep a box of tissues handy!
Weekend warriors If your week was too hectic to squeeze in some one-on-one time with your hound, then have no fear...the weekend is here! Start it off with morning doga (yoga with your dog) at Westside Yoga & Doga from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (6417 SW Fauntleroy Way, Seattle; westsideyogadoga.com). Then, enjoy a stroll through the Washington Arboretum. This urban greenspace, located on the shores of Lake Washington, is stunning year-round. Follow up your walk with a side trip to Wallingford or Capitol Hill for some afternoon delight...ice cream! We’re over the moon for Molly Moon’s ice cream and there’s no better way to treat yourself than with a scoop of pure heaven. We suggest indulging in one of Molly Moon’s exotic flavors like Salted Caramel or Balsamic Strawberry. However, it’s best to keep it simple for Fido with a small scoop of Vanilla Bean (1622 N 45th Street and 917 E Pine Street, Seattle; mollymoonicecream.com). Winter 2011 • 19
{citydog scene} pics from the puparazzi
CityDog Yappy Howlidays Muttmixer On December 9th, dog lovers spent the evening sipping Duhnam Cellars’ Three Legged Red and mingling at CityDog Magazine and Westside Yoga & Doga to celebrate the season. There was live music by Seattle musician and dog lover Whiting Tennis, plenty of tails wagging and of course much mutt-mixing and mingling. We packed the house with party animals, twoand four-legged alike, and here are some pics from the puparazzi to prove it! Our next issue will feature photos from our Puppy Love Muttmixer, so stay tuned. And, be sure to sign up to receive special invitations to CityDog Social Club events at citydogmagazine.com. photography by julie clegg
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{citydog scene} pics from the puparazzi
Previous page, clockwise from top left: Chica (who, at press time, is still available for adoption through the Seattle Animal Shelter) enjoys a belly rub from foster dad Mitch Price; Muttmixer guests; musician Whiting Tennis; Westside Yoga & Doga’s Brenda Bryan, Kelly Page and Greg Owen; mini schnauzer Batman is a Muttmixer regular. This page, clockwise from top left: CityDog Magazine’s founder Brandie Ahlgren shows off CityDog 2.0 with web developers Eric Sheckler and Steve Gregory; this issue’s cover dog Dohjo with his peeps John Dickson and Nancy Hom; Julie Barker with Cooper and Roxy; Lori Keyes and Teddy take a break from mingling to pose for the camera; 103.7 The Mountain’s Shawn Stewart and Charlie Trout; Muttmixer alums Jen Rosenbrook and Snickers.
{citydog living} celebrating life with dog
best west A new year means a new start and what better way to start the new year than with nothing but the best? Here are our picks for the best of the West as it pertains to all things dog—the top people, places and things that make life better for you and your four-legged friend. p best year-round getaway
Suncadia Resort
Set on the eastern slopes of the Cascades, alongside the sparkling waters of the Cle Elum River and surrounded by pristine pine forest, canine-friendly Suncadia offers the ultimate luxury mountain resort experience with a perfect combination of year-round outdoor recreation and luxurious accommodations and amenities. From championship golf, fly fishing and miles of spectacular hiking and cycling trails in the summer to spa treatments, shopping, and fine dining year-round, Suncadia is a place for friends and family to enjoy, two- and four-legged alike. During winter, take advantage of Suncadia’s ice skating rink plus snow shoeing, cross courntry skiing and snow mobile tours. Afterward, warm yourself by the fire pit while sipping hot chocolate or making s’mores to round out your winter memories. suncadiaresort.com 22 • CityDog Magazine
Suncadia photo by J. Nichole Smith
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Cherry Wood Bed, Breakfast & Barn
Cherry Wood Bed, Breakfast and Barn is perfectly located within Washington’s finest wine producing region, the Yakima Valley. The bed and breakfast boasts a swimming pool, horseback riding, close proximity to several highly rated wineries, three luxury (and poochfriendly) teepees and a superb breakfast provided daily by owner and trail boss, Pepper Fewel. cherrywoodbbandb.com
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• Sleeping Dog Wines, Yakima Valley, Wash. sleepingdogwines.com
• Owen Roe’s O’Reilly’s Pinot Noir 2009, Willamette Valley, Oregon. owenroe.com • Dunham Cellars’ Three Legged Red, Walla Walla, Wash. dunhamcellars.com
p best book ever The Art of Racing in the Rain by Seattle author Garth Stein
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Cave B at Sagecliffe
Cave B at Sagecliffe, the Pacific Northwest’s only fully-integrated, premium winery and luxury resort, is well-worth the two-hour drive from Seattle. The Inn and Cliffhouses, perched 900 feet above the Columbia River, boast breathtaking views and luxurious accommodations, and warmly welcome guests of the fourlegged variety. Tendrils Restaurant offers spectacular food, as well as the extensive Cave B wine list, and the 700 acres of land offers plenty of room to roam. There’s even a fullservice spa and swimming pool if you are so inclined. cavebinn.com
The Art of Racing in the Rain is an unforgettable story told from the point-of-view of Enzo, a Lab terrier mix, who knows that he’s different from other dogs.
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City Hardware
City Hardware, located in Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood is locally owned and operated, environmentally conscious and best of all, pooch friendly! This neighborhood hardware store is packed with more than 65,000 quality items. Swing by with your four-legged pal and Bear will give you a warm welcome. (901 Harrison Street, Seattle, Wash., 206.262.9440) cityhardwareseattle.com
Photos: Cherry Wood by Jim Henkens; City Hardware by Jamie Pflughoeft
• Mutt Lynch Winery Healdsburg, Calif. muttlynchwinery.com
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t best family vacation
Sunriver Resort
Located near the breathtaking Cascade Mountain range, just 15 miles south of Bend, Sunriver Resort offers a unique Oregon vacation experience for all ages, with 35 miles of pathways for pedestrians and bicyclers, two swimming pools, 26 tennis courts, an amphitheater, two parks, four golf courses, a spa, an airport, a marina and horse stables—plus, there’s the Village at Sunriver featuring a variety of restaurants, retail shops and the Sunriver Country Store. For kids, Sunriver has created the perfect place, aptly called Fort Funnigan, with all sorts of fun things for kids including arts and crafts, outdoor adventures, or “monkeying around” on the indoor bouldering wall. Kids have the run of the place—literally—with a 2,000 square foot indoor play area and another 3,400 square feet outside in the fenced play yard. sunriver-resort.com best recipe
Dog Meatballs Photo by J. Nichole Smith
best dog-friendly hikes
Seattle Cougar Mountain: Close to Seattle and with over 35 miles of trails, Cougar Mountain is
an idyllic location to enjoy day hikes with your dog. There are four main trailheads, Anti-aircraft Peak, Red Town, Sky Country and Wilderness Creek, giving access to the park from all sides. Trails feature forest, waterfalls and spectacular views.
Portland Tryon Creek State Park: This is a quick getaway at the edge of the city with gorgeous
forest trails to traverse. Keep in mind that this is a relatively popular hiking destination and as such, dogs must be kept on-leash. Howard Buford County Recreation Area (Mount Pisgah): Located just outside of Eugene and boasting exquisite views of the valley, Howard Buford offers a range of trails, from short scenic hikes to all day outings.
San Francisco Alpine Lake Trail: This gorgeous loop-hike runs along the shoreline of Alpine Lake, through redwoods to a spectacular view. Roy’s Redwoods Trail: This hike passes through pleasant meadows, into giant redwood forests, and back out again. Ablaze with wildflowers in the spring, this scenic stroll is sure to please you and your dog’s sense of adventure. best multi-specialty vet facility
Volunteer Park Café is a dog friendly hotspot for great food and good conversation in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. Check out their recipe for dog meatballs for a simple and hearty recipe to spice up your pup’s next meal. Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 2 eggs 1 carrot, peeled and finely grated 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix well. Form into small balls. In small batches, pan fry over medium heat. Cool. Serve over dry food.
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• DoveLewis 24-Hour Hospital, 1945 NW Pettygrove, Portland, Ore. 503.228.7281 dovelewis.org
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Photo by Julie Clegg
Seattle Veterinary Specialists (SVS) is a state-of-the-art multi-specialty and 24-hour emergency/critical care facility in Kirkland, Wash. SVS focuses on collaborative medicine where teams of experts work together under one roof to combine their medical expertise, skills and experience to provide the best treatment for their patients including internal medicine, surgery, neurology, radiology and cardiology plus emergency and critical care. They also have a fully-equipped transport ambulance. (11814 115th Ave NE, Kirkland, Wash., 425.823.9111) svsvet.com
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Salish Lodge & Spa
Located just 30 miles from Seattle, the Salish Lodge is a destination in itself. Perched above the spectacular, 268 feet high Snoqualmie Falls, the 66,000 square-foot lodge features 89 guest rooms, nine meeting spaces, two restaurants and a full-service spa. The renowned Salish Spa features a eucalyptus steam room, dry sauna and therapeutic soaking pools—and the menu of treatments is seemingly endless: there are several different massages to choose from including the Salish Signature Heated River Rock Massage, a variety of facials, and something called the “Earth Cocoon,” which is apparently a “soothing purification treatment where warm, mineral-rich mud is applied from neck to toe and the body is gently wrapped for detoxification and nutrient absorption.” Sounds marvelous! salishlodge.com
Photo by J. Nichole Smith
Cupcake Royale
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Founder, Jody Hall opened her very first cupcake shop six years ago in Seattle’s Madrona neighborhood. She now owns three others throughout Seattle with a fifth soon to open in Bellevue. With over a dozen varieties of cupcakes on the menu, it’s tough to choose, but one can never go wrong with Classic Vanilla with Chocolate frosting. Pair that with a Verite Coffee latte and relax in the comfy Adirondack chairs just outside with your pup. (1101 34th Avenue, Seattle, 206.883.7656) cupcakeroyale.com
p best charitable cause Freekibble.com
Founded by 11-year-old Mimi Ausland, Freekibble.com is a trivia web site where visitors can answer a daily multiple-choice question, and correct or not, 10 pieces of kibble will be donated to a homeless dog. In only three short years freekibble.com and its sister-site freekibblekat.com have donated over 3.7 million meals to over 100 shelters, and are two of the top five most visited animal rescue sites in the world, boasting a whopping 100,000 combined daily visits from visitors in 137 countries. The trivia questions range from super easy to super fascinating, but whether you guess right or wrong, 10 pieces of kibble finding their way into the belly of a hungry shelter pet, and there’s nothing trivial about that! best spot to grab a beer & a Burger
Photo by Julie Clegg
best place for a cupcake
Norm’s Eatery & Alehouse
This pretty much sums up their dog policy at Norm’s (as posted on their Facebook page): “If you are not a fan of dogs, then we suggest you go elsewhere.” But, it’s not just the dog-friendliness that draws folks to this Fremont neighborhood pub. It’s their awesome burgers and beers that keep ‘em coming. (460 N 36th Street, Seattle, 206.547.1417) Winter 2011 • 25
t best breakfast joint
Tin Shed Garden Cafe
Photos by Jennifer Jansons
The coffee is organic, shade-grown and blended to their specifications in Portland. Their dairy products are packed locally using no growth-hormones, the salmon is wild...you get the picture. And, to top it all off, dogs will find the Tin Shed’s dog menu divine with items like Kibbles-n-Bits (rice and free-range beef, $5.50), Ham-Barker Helper (rice and garden burger, $5) and Paw Lickin’ Good (rice and free-range chicken, $5.50). For humans, there is a plethora of items, but the one one that caught our eye is the Benni Hill (poached eggs and black forest ham over toasted english muffins, topped with house-made hollandaise sauce, $9.75). All of you will enjoy the enclosed patio with heaters where dogs are welcome. tinshedgardencafe.com
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After breakfast, be sure to check out some doginspired graffiti, located in the same neighborhood as the Tin Shed Garden Cafe. It’s sure to make tail wags!
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Dog Bark Park Inn
Spend a comfy night in a fully-furnished, air conditioned dogthemed bedroom in the world’s largest beagle, Sweet Willy, while his smaller companion, Toby, stands guard nearby. It’s a nostalgic return to the days of whimsical roadside architecture seen while touring rural highways. Located in Cottonwood, Idaho, the Dog Bark Park Inn is set on three grassy acres alongside Highway 95. Dennis Sullivan and Frances Conklin, who designed and built Sweet Willy and Toby, have operated the park for 10 years, a “truly mom and pop operation” they note with pride. dogbarkparkinn.com best bed & breakfast
Augusta House
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Augusta House, located in Eugene, Oregon, is a luxurious bed and breakfast surrounded by the beauty of the Willamette Valley. Not your typical B&B (say goodbye to flowers and lace), this modern, dog-friendly oasis is a surprise gem. With high-class charm, Augusta House is a “suite” bed and breakfast experience for both two- and four-legged travel hounds alike. augustahouse.net 26 • CityDog Magazine
t best cabin retreat
Wild Wilderness Lodge
What better way to spend time with your loved ones than at a cozy, and totally dog-friendly wilderness cabin retreat? The Wild Wilderness Lodge is one of several dog-friendly cabins managed by Mysty Mountain Properties and when we say “dog friendly,” we mean dog friendly. Located on 10.5 acres, Wild Wilderness Lodge has plenty of space to release the hounds. The dome-shaped lodge itself, is three stories, with three bathrooms, three bedrooms including a loft area, wood stove and an outdoor sauna and hot tub. There is also a dog door, conveniently located off the modern and fully-equipped kitchen with access to a fenced dog run. The town of Index, Wash. is within walking distance and more rugged hiking trails are just a short drive away. vacationrentalcabins.com
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It’s tough to beat Whidbey Island’s Double Bluff Beach when it comes to designated off-leash areas. Situated along the base of steep Double Bluff, the Double Bluff Beach Off-Leash Area is a two-mile-long stretch of salt water beach on Useless Bay. At the base of the bluffs, enormous tangles of driftwood make great doggy jungle gyms. When the tide is out, the beach is hundreds of feet wide but even at high tide, the beach is wide enough for dogs to run themselves into blissful exhaustion. fetchparks.org
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• The Edmonds off-leash dog park, just south of Marina Beach, is worth mentioning too. Let your dog roam free to beach comb or go for a swim in the Sound while you admire the gorgeous waterfront view. olae.org
best ski resort
Sun Peaks Resort
Yes, Whistler is awesome and totally dog friendly, but just north of Kamloops in British Columbia’s interior, is plenty of powder snow and ample sunshine, with less crowds. With over 120 trails on three mountains, Sun Peaks Resort boasts having the third largest skiable terrain in all of Canada and Fido is welcome on cross-country ski trails. The Nordic Center’s long and scenic McGillivray Lake Trail is open to dogs. Pet-friendly accommodations include the Delta Sun Peaks Resort (deltahotels.com) in the main village center. sunpeaksresort.com
Photos: Wild Wilderness Lodge by Jamie Pflughoeft; Double Bluff Beach by Emily Rieman
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cover dog Pictured here, our winning cover dog Dohjo, shot by Jamie Pflughoeft. Thank you to photographers J. Nichole Smith, Julie Clegg, Luna Aguila and Emily Rieman and to our presenting sponsors:
model search
So many pups entered our fifth annual charity cover shoot contest that we devoted six whole pages to their smiling faces! We held five Seattle-area model searches for this year’s cover contest: at the West Seattle Thriftway, benefiting the Doney Memorial Clinic; at PAWSwalk, benefiting PAWS; at Fremont Oktoberfest, to benefit Reading With Rover; at FidoFEST, to benefit the Seattle Humane Society; and at Kirkland Uncorked, benefiting Pasado’s Safe Haven. Nearly 400 dogs turned out, and from your generous donations, we were able to raise almost $4,000 for these great causes.
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{BEST BEHAVIOR} Who’s a good dog?
All Bark, No Bite
written by deborah rosen
and with a modicum of barking, tell that intruder to move along. Most types of barking are generally acceptable assuming the dog is able to stop after one or two barks, whether it does so voluntarily or when you ask it to. The greater problem ensues when the barking becomes an unstoppable pattern of repetitive behavior that cannot be interrupted. This is what often happens as a result of the doorbell ringing or a simple knock at the door. It’s one of the most common complaints about barking: “The dog barks uncontrollably when someone comes to the door and I can’t stop it.”
Pavlov’s Other Dog Many of you realize that the dog is performing according to the laws of behavior—well defined by Pavlov in the form of classical conditioning. Classical conditioning is “conditioning by association.” In this case, a bell rings and the dog makes an association based on prior experience that the bell means something significant is going to happen—something worth barking about. The bell signals to the dog that someone is coming. In most cases, this makes the dog very happy and it barks to signal excitement or some similar emotion. “Hey, I smell Harry from next door! Isn’t that great! He always pets me and I love him!” Or, if the dog is of a guarding nature or fearful, she barks to tell you she is concerned or afraid. In either case, once the behavior begins it is almost impossible to control. Now every time the doorbell rings or the knocking starts, the dog automatically barks and continues to bark, even when the perceived danger is gone. And, for those with multiple dogs, it’s that much worse; it becomes an overwhelming cacophony of unpleasant sound—where each dog feeds on the other’s behavior until the focus changes or the cause subsides. This type of behavior is not only upsetting to your immediate household it can create havoc with your next-door neighbors. If you live in an apartment building the noise is heard by those upstairs, downstairs and on either side. Yikes!
What’s all the Barking About?
Stop the madness, PLEASE!
Dog’s bark. It’s what they do. They bark to get your attention. They bark because they’ve heard something and want to let you and, apparently, everyone else know. They also bark to guard their houses and fenced yards. Some dogs, (not unlike people) bark just to hear the sound of their own voices. And, even though there are many different reasons why dogs bark, excessive barking can become quite problematic, and must be stopped. So what can we do to address it? Read on and find out.
How do you stop the incessant barking? There are several ways to address uncontrollable barking. The first and most important step is to pull the dog’s attention away from the things that typically stimulate the barking. In doing so you are de-sensitizing the dog to the knock or the doorbell or, in some cases, both.
In our homes an excessively barking dog can function much like doubleedged sword. Most of us want a dog that will bark if it hears something troubling. Moreover, we like the idea that our dog is able to alert us to a possible intruder;
To start, it’s important to do this with a hungry, food motivated dog and to use a food treat that will make an impression—something soft, small and
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very tasty. I recommend something soft, so it will go down quickly and be certain to reward the dog the second he is quiet, and so the dog will not become distracted by the crunching of a biscuit or hard treat. Remember, the attention span of a dog is very short. Plant someone at the door and have them ring or knock or both. The second the dog starts to bark attempt to interrupt the barking with an unpleasant vocal sound, like a loud buzzer similar to the one we used to hear on “The Weakest Link” television show. As soon as the barking stops, quickly pop a treat in your dog’s mouth with a very happy “good dog” or similar verbal praise. This must be done over and over and over until you can’t imagine doing it again. Then do it another ten or fifteen times. In order to change deeply ingrained behavior, you have
Dog’s bark. It’s what they do. They bark to get your attention. They bark because they’ve heard something and want to let you and, apparently, everyone else know...Some dogs, bark to hear the sound of their own voice. to reward the preferred behavior more than the number of times the dog has displayed the unwanted one. Do not be discouraged by this fact, just know how important it is to get as many successes as possible. And most of all—know that you must consistently reward your dog with the thing that he or she values most—typically, a food treat coupled together with an exuberant verbal praise. If you have multiple dogs, you may employ another technique whereby you use the same stimulus (the ringing bell or knocking at the door) and use the same verbal interruption. The first dog to stop barking gets the treat. This technique works especially well if the dogs are closely bonded and barking as a close-knit unit. By using one dog’s behavior to bait the others you are using a healthy motivational device to encourage them to be quiet together. If none of this works, you can try a “no-bark” type of collar. I have found the ones that deliver a water or citronella spray are quite ineffective, after a period of time. Some dogs find the water spray fun and may even get used to the smell of citronella. Instead of discouraging the barking, it often results in a game they find rewarding, doing nothing but making the behavior worse. I would be remiss not to talk about the use of the “e-collars”—or the electronic version of the “no-bark” collars. The use of these tools is widely debated among dog trainers and behaviorists, and, many eschew any device they deem “aversive,” or that delivers any kind of electrical stimulation. I have found several that are extremely gentle and work to great effect. These are collars that can be set to deliver a vibration similar in feel to your cell phone. Or, they can be set to deliver the vibration first and then, if the dog barks again within a certain timeframe, a very gentle stimulation occurs that feels like a tingle. It’s best to buy these from a trainer who understands how to use them and can provide training to you. Any device can be misused and can become hurtful to the dog. No matter what tool you use, it is still important to reward the dog for being quiet when faced with the stimulus that causes it to bark. Remember, dogs were bred to bark—it’s what they do. It’s up to you to tell the dog he or she has a choice to behave differently and by choosing to be quiet you will both be greatly rewarded. Deborah Rosen is a certified dog trainer and behavior consultant in Western Washington. Her business, Good Citizen Dog Training, located in Fife, Wash. offers dog training, day training and day care services and specializes in puppy training and dog-to-dog aggression. For more information visit goodcitizendog.com.
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{citydog social calendar} Reading With Rover February 15 • Redmond, Wash. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Borders Redmond Town Center February 16 • Mountlake Terrace, Wash. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Mountlake Terrace Library February 17 • Lake Forest Park, Wash. 6:30 - 8 p.m. Third Place Books February 19 • Edmonds, Wash. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Edmonds Public Library February 26 • Snohomish, Wash. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Snohomish Public Library For more dates, vist readingwithrover.org.
2011 Canine Cancer Cure Walk February 19 • San Marcos, Calif. 9 a.m.at Walnut Grove Park. Morris Animal Foundation launched the Canine Cancer Campaign to fund research that will develop prevention strategies, test new treatments, establish tools for cancer researchers and train new scientists specializing in cancer research. Participating in this walk is a great way to memorialize a beloved dog lost to cancer and create a brighter tomorrow for your current companion. By supporting the Canine Cancer Cure Walk, volunteers and participants help their best friends live longer, healthier lives. For more information visit caninek.org.
Night at the Portland Trail Blazers February 23 • Portland, Ore. Join the Portland Trail Blazers as they celebrate DoveLewis Night at the Rose Garden when they take on NBA champions, the Los Angeles Laker. A portion of each ticket purchased through DoveLewis will support their work for animals. dovelewis.org
Spay Day USA February 22 • Nationwide. Spay/neuter is the only permanent, 100-percent effective method of birth control for dogs and cats and a proven way to reduce the vast numbers of animals who are born only to die prematurely and without a family who loves them. Get your pet spayed or neutered today. For low-cost spay/neuter resources contact your local shelter.
Howlin’ at the Moon Snowshoe Shuffle February 26 • Bozeman, Mont. Grab your canine companions and snowshoes and head for the hills—to Moonlight Basin, that is. The Snowshoe Shuffle has become a favorite of Big Sky residents and tourists 36 • CityDog Magazine
alike! Enjoy trekking the lit course with your dog after the slopes have closed. After, Moonlight’s Headwaters Grille is the site of a great chili feed, music by a local favorite band, and the Barkin’ Doggy Raffle. Tickets to the Snowshoe Shuffle are $20 per person. Proceeds to benefit Heart of the Valley Animal Shelter. For more information, email jess@heartofthevalleyshelter.org.
Homeward Pet’s Fur Ball & Auction February 26 • Seattle, Wash. 6 – 9:30 p.m. at Seattle Marriot Waterfront Hotel, 2100 Alaskan Way. Come out and enjoy a gourmet dinner. Bid on a dazzling array of products including the coveted cover of CityDog Magazine (yes, the highest bidder’s dog will be on the cover of CityDog, with all of the proceeds going to Homeward Pet Adoption Center). This annual fundraiser helps countless animals in need of rescue, shelter and adoption. homewardpet.org
Max Muscle Half Marathon February 27 • Vancouver, Wash. 8:30 a.m. start time. Lace up those sneakers and make plans for a run to benefit the animals at the Humane Society for Southwest Washington. Marathon participants will enjoy a well supported route with vendors, prizes, medals, post-marathon events, goodie bags and a dry fit t-shirt for each registered participant. Register at maxmusclevancouver.com.
Pawsitive Futures March 5 • Seattle, Wash. 6 – 9 p.m. at Fremont Abbey, 4272 Fremont Avenue N. Enjoy Theo Chocolate at their sampling bar while sipping your wine and nibbling on hearty appetizers while you check out the silent auction. You will be able to bid on many cool goodies for your home, activities to enjoy, custom baskets for dogs and cats, handmade jewelry and much more. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to pawsitivealliance.org.
Whiskers Wine & Dine March 12 • Lakewood, Wash. 5-9 p.m. at the Sharon McGavick Center. This seventh annual fundraising event is held to promote awareness and support the spaying and neutering of companion animals. Tickets are $50 per person available in advance only. To register online or download an order form, go to coalitionhumane.org.
Lucky Dog Adoption Event March 13 • Bothell, Wash. 12 – 3 p.m. at Acadamy of Canine Behavior, 4705 240th St. SE. More than 100 dogs and puppies of all different shapes, sizes, ages and breeds from various animal rescue organizations across Washington state will be onsite and available for adoption. Experienced shelter staff, volunteers and trainers will be on hand to help you find the right pet for your household. pawsitivealliance.org
Boutiques Unleashed April 1 • Portland, Ore. Doors open 6 p.m. at The Tiffany Center, 1410 SW Morrison. Come see the hippest hounds and humans around on the runway at Portland’s premier fashion event. Boutiques Unleashed offers a fun and sometimes hilarious look at the latest styles from local boutiques for people and pets. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres & cocktails, bid on items in silent and live auctions, and mingle with some of Portland’s stylin’-est dogs and people. All proceeds to benefit the DoveLewis Pet Loss Support Program. boutiquesunleashed.com
PAWS Wild Night Gala and Auction April 9 • Seattle, Wash. 5:30 p.m. at the Sheraton Seattle Hotel, 1400 6th Ave. Join 500 like-minded community leaders at the beautiful Sheraton Seattle Hotel for three courses of delicious animal-friendly dining, exciting live and silent auctions, and the opportunity to raise funds that will help save animals’ lives. PAWS Wild Night is a wonderful opportunity to be a part of our efforts and become a champion for animals. paws.org
Labs Live at Andrei’s April 9 • Irvine, Calif. The Orange County Friends Committee of Guide Dogs for the Blind invites you to participate in its annual fundraiser, “Labs Live at Andrei’s!” The keynote speaker will be board member Morgan Watkins and his Guide Dog Will. Come for a wonderful afternoon of adorable puppies, raffle items and more. Proceeds from the luncheon will help support program and veterinary care costs of Guide Dogs and puppies-in-training in the Orange County area. Tickets are $100. guidedogs.com
Northwest Pet & Companion Fair April 9 & 10 • Portland, Ore. Sat. 9:30 a.m.– 6 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Portland Expo Center. Bring your dog and check out
{citydog social calendar} Portland’s largest pet fair, with more than 150 exhibitors are on hand to introduce you to the latest in pet care, food, toys, games for pets and humans, educational workshops, free samples, and many pets available for adoption. More information at petfairs.com.
April Drools Adoption Event April 23 • Woodinville, Wash. 12 – 3 pm at Petsmart, 17845 Garden Way NE. More than 100 dogs and puppies of all different shapes, sizes, ages and breeds from various animal rescue organizations across Washington state will be onsite and available for adoption. Experienced shelter staff, volunteers and trainers will be on hand to help you find the right pet for your household. pawsitivealliance.org
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Whistler DogFest April 23 • Whistler, B.C. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Nowhere is Whistler’s “Power to the Pooches” conviction more in evidence than at the annual Whistler Dog Fest, a celebration of four-legged friends. Since 1998, canines of all stripes have been invited to lead their owners, in finest frockery, in the 200 strong Dog Parade. Proceeds support Whistler Animals Galore (WAG), a Whistler-based no-kill animal shelter. Exhibitions, demos and comps guarantee some quality master canine bonding. For more information, check out wssf.com/event/whistler-dogfest.
K9 Walk to Cure Canine Cancer May 7 • Elk Grove, Calif. 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. at Elk Grove Regional Park. More than six million dogs are diagnosed with cancer each year, now you can be part of the cure by joining us in this walk to help raise money for this worthy cause. One hundred percent goes directly to support Morris Animal Foundation’s Canine Cancer Campaign to fund research for canine cancer, early detection methods, effective treatments and ultimately a cure! There are two walks, a short 3K lake walk and a 6K park perimeter trail walk. We even have a virtual walk for those who can’t attend, but wish to support this great cause. For more information, visit caninek.org.
Tuxes & Tails May 7 • Bellevue, Wash. at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. The annual Tuxes & Tails Gala is the Seattle Humane Society’s premier fundraising event. Every year, more than 600 animal lovers gather to bid on amazing silent and live auction items in support of the animals in their care. Guests enjoy a gourmet dinner, delicious wine, silent and live auctions, raffles, and find delight in the night’s celebrity and pet fashion show! For more information go to seattlehumane.org.
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Pinot and Pups May 14 • Portland, Ore. 5:30 p.m. at the Portland Art Museum Kridel Grand Ballroom. Reception, wine tasting, silent auction and lots of adorable puppies. Entertainment by Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra conductor Dr. Robin DeVour and his guide dog Artie. Gourmet dinner prepared by Salvador Molly’s Vibrant Table. Enjoy fine wines and a presentation by Bob Sonnenberg and his guide dog Niño, and a spirited live auction. Tickets are $150 per person, table sponsorships are $1,500. Corporate sponsorships are available. For reservations, contact Debbie Hibbard at 503.668.2123 or dhibbard@guidedogs.com.
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{RED DOG DIARIES} “Where’s your monkey, Red? Where’s the monkey?” He asks this like it’s a game, like it’s something I don’t know. My monkey is in a very safe place. He’s right here… wait. Where is the monkey? WHERE IS THE MONKEY?! I must find the monkey right now. Not much makes me get up these days, but finding the monkey will not wait. I will go down to the office. No monkey. I go to the bedroom. No monkey! I go to my upstairs window-watching bed and…there’s the monkey. How did it get here? Did I bring it here? Is someone playing a trick? Maybe the monkey walks when I’m not watching? I lay down and put my head on top of the monkey. Do not refer to the monkey as a toy. The monkey is my friend. And my friend alone. If Jazzy or Murphy want some attention when they visit—the wrong kind of attention—they will get it if they go near the monkey. One of them took the monkey’s eye off a long time ago, and I taught them a lesson. He is not like their green crocodile, with the fake smile and the fuzzy points down his back. That is not a friend. Not like the purple octopus either, with his weird eyes and the squeaker thing inside. (The squeaker thing I do not like.) Nor like the rag ropey bone, with all its long stringy bits that end up in my poop. These are toys. Everyone knows they’re toys. That’s why when I visit their house I collect them and then systematically tear them apart. I rest my big paws on the toys and pin them to the ground, then I start pulling. Rip, rip, rip. Stuffing, stuffing, stuffing. Awesome, awesome, awesome. Even if the humans go near the monkey, I get very concerned. Please, please, go find your own friend. The monkey stays here. The monkey came into our house a very long time ago, and he wasn’t for me. But that changed one day. He is skinny, with very long arms and legs. The two arms are stretchy, and he used to be able to fly. He has a hat on his head, and a very warm smile that he seems to show everyone, but is really just for me. 38 • CityDog Magazine
By Craig Howard
When the monkey first came, they used to stretch his arms then let him fly, and he would scream as he flew, and this freaked me right out. I did not like the screaming, but I could not help myself. I had to go look at him wherever he landed. (I was afraid, but I made it look more like concern.) I could ignore the monkey for months at a time—I hated when I’d pick him up and take him to my bed and he’d make that scream. But one day the scream part stopped. And that’s when we became friends. Not a toy. He is my friend. He talks to me I think. I protect him. He clearly cannot be a toy, because I am the destroyer of all toys. But monkey has been with us for five years, or ten, or two or something…and I never chew on him. I carry him sometimes, room to room. Other times I just lay on my bed with his head in my mouth. That’s what friends do. I spend a lot of time with monkey under some part of me, or in my mouth, or I hide him under something to keep him safe. And he gets kind of stiff with dried drool and other stuff. Then one day he’s on my bed looking very bright, smelling like Spring Rain Showers like the sheets do. Don’t know how that happens. But just a little more time in my mouth and he’s as good as new. I hear that dogs are man’s best friends, and I can’t deny this. I have a perfect friendship with my humans—my main man and the ones who visit often and sneak me food. But while all this may be true, monkey is a close second. All friend, no toy. This has, I think very naturally, made me sleepy. Come along monkey. It’s nap time.
Craig Howard is a writer and artist who gets to hang out with the Red Dog and her monkey in West Seattle.
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