Oregon Humane Society MAGAZINE Summer |
2014
Is Your Pet the Cutest?
Send Us Your Photos
Dazzling Doggie Dash
New Record Set for Helping Pets
Summertime Tips:
Avoiding Heat Hazards
Saving Charlize
Abandoned, Healed, Adopted
Summer 2014 | Vol. 43 | No. 2 Oregon Humane Society
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4 OHS News 6 Fuzzy, Furry & Feathered Friends Photo Contest 7 Doggie Dash was Dazzling 8 Top Dogs in Salem 9 Heat Alert! 10 Homeward Bound & Seeking Homes
500th student graduates from OHS Medical Center; Pug Crawl winners announced; dog path gets major upgrade, and more.
Submit your photos to the 24th annual contest.
Animal lovers take to the streets
for a record-breaking event.
Meet a legislator in Salem who helps make possible strong laws for animals in Oregon. What to do if you see a pet locked in a hot car this summer.
Meet a group of longtime OHS residents who recently found homes, and another group still seeking new families.
12 Rescued, Healed, Adopted 13 Petiquette 16 The A’Cat’Emy Awards 19 Volunteer Awards 20 Thanks for Your Help!
Found abandoned and injured, Charlize can now walk again thanks to expert medical help.
Answers to your questions on animal behavior. This season’s topic: summertime concerns and how to cope with them. Winners of the annual OHS poster and essay contest for Oregon students. Top volunteers of 2013 are honored.
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Pets and the people who love them talk about how their lives have changed.
The Oregon Humane Society, is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. OHS receives no government funds, tax money, or portions of donations made to national humane organizations. Oregon Humane Society Magazine is published quarterly. Comments and inquiries should be addressed to the editor. Moving? Send your change of address to: Oregon Humane Society Mailing List, 1067 NE Columbia Blvd., Portland, OR 97211, or email it to events@oregonhumane.org. EDITOR David Lytle • 503.416.2985 MANAGING EDITOR Cara O’Neil Graphic Design Scott Rubens EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Katrina Gammons COVER PHOTO Photo by Laura Hinrichs. Chip, the kitten in the photo, was adopted soon after the picture was taken.
Board of trustees Reginald R. Eklund Chair Marc F. Grignon Vice Chair Scott R. Miller Treasurer Betsy Cramer Secretary Holly Olson Coit Member at Large Mary K. Slayton Member at Large Dave S. Hansen Immediate Past Chair Rebecca Bibleheimer Harvey N. Black Past Chair Akin Blitz Donna Bookout-Coe John C. Gomez Dr. John Gustavsson Gordon Keane Dr. Jacqueline C. Neilson Tonya Nichols Betty B. Norrie Past Chair Marveita Redding Past Chair Nancy Tonkin-Zoucha
Board of Trustees Emeritus Marilynn Jensen Dolorosa Margulis
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handy numbers: Adoptions 503.285.7722, ext. 262 Become A Member 503.416.5024 Behavior Help Line 503.416.2983 Bring in a Pet 503.285.7722, ext. 211 Corporate Relations 503.416.7084 Development Director Gary Kish 503.416.2988 Editor, OHS Magazine 503.416.2985 Make A Donation 503.416.2989 Report Animal Abuse 503.285.7722, ext. 214 Spay/Neuter Assistance 503.802.6755 Volunteer Program 503.285.7722, ext. 204
Some days I get to save a life at our shelter, other days I get a chance to advocate for all the lives in every shelter in the country. This happened earlier this year when I had the chance to join 30 of my fellow humane society executive directors from around the country. Our conversation focused on difficult-to-place animals. By “difficult-to-place,” we mean those animals who, for whatever reason, take much longer than others to find homes.
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We realized that the type of pet who is difficult to place varies dramatically by community. We also realized that there needs to be a national accountability for all animals in shelters. This means that shelters need to be prepared to do things differently, particularly when it comes to collaborating with other shelters and sharing resources. What is difficult to place in Los Angeles (Chihuahuas, small terriers, miniature poodles) is highly desirable in Portland. Through our partnership with animal control agencies in Los Angeles, Merced and Sacramento, our Second Chance program can bring these animals to Oregon and save many lives. Does our Second Chance program displace local dogs and cats? No, thanks to our wonderful community that has embraced spaying and neutering. Because of successful spay/neuter programs, there are fewer unwanted animals admitted to our local shelters by owners. That doesn’t mean all the animals taken from other shelters are easy to place. Some have behavior quirks. Others, with help from our hospital team, need to heal from previously untreated illnesses and injuries. Still others, such as newborn puppies and kittens, just need to grow up a bit. Valentine came to OHS from Los Angeles with several other kittens a week ago. He needed to gain weight, so he spent the week eating, sleeping and growing in a foster home. He was neutered yesterday and was adopted by one of the 40 people who waited in line this morning for the shelter to open. In the first hour, 12 kittens found new homes. Twelve kittens like Valentine who didn’t have a chance in Los Angeles are now chasing felt mice and sleeping soundly in the laps of their new families. Kittens like Valentine are counting on us now and in the future. The future could be much different than what we see today: hard-to-place animals will need to be moved to areas that have a high demand for adoptions, while shelters with high adoption rates will need to reach out and help other agencies. Shelters need to be prepared to meet the public’s increasing expectations that dogs and cats show the best behaviors. Likewise, the public expects more sophisticated medical care, which places a greater burden on shelters. We are currently evaluating the needs of our community and the role of OHS in meeting those needs. That’s what the supporters of OHS expect, and it’s what kittens like Valentine are counting on. Whatever the future holds, the power of OHS to help animals will not change. We will continue to exercise our influence where we can, put our resources where the need is the greatest, and hold ourselves accountable for saving lives at risk.
Sharon Harmon Executive Director
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NEWS from OHS PUG CRAWL 2014: SUPER PUGS BRAVE THE WEATHER Sunday, May 18, was a day of wild Northwest weather—but a downpour didn’t stop pugs and their people from gathering to celebrate the 14th annual OHS Pug Crawl at the Portland Brewing Company Taproom. Attended by several hundred pugs and about 1,000 people, the event raised $9,260 for OHS animals. This year’s theme was Pug City Comic Con, Episode 14—a celebration of heroes and adventurers from the worlds of fantasy and science fiction. More than 100 costumed pugs entered the Parade of Pugs this year, but two pugs in particular stood out for their clever interpretations of the theme. First place in the costume contest went to Maxwell von Snort, who was dressed as Nick Furry, Agent of S.H.E.D., and accompanied by Simon Finger and Ashley Sue Masoomian of Portland’s Pearl District. The runner-up was Merryweather, outfitted as K-9 from Doctor Who and accompanied by Cameron James (as the Eleventh
QUEENS AND KINGS FOR ANIMALS RAISE $3,333 FOR PETS
A “Hulk” pug on the parade route at Pug Crawl.
Doctor) and Jessica James (as the TARDIS), residents of Portland’s St. John’s neighborhood. The winners received prize baskets of dog-friendly goodies. You can view photos of the event and all the costumed pugs online at oregonhumane.org/pugcrawl.
Portland teen Emma Ellis has a passion for pets—and also for pageants. In 2012, Emma founded Queens and Kings for Animals so like-minded youth could participate in pageants for a cause: supporting local animal shelters. This spring, the Queens and Kings for Animals held their third annual pageant to support the pets at OHS. In honor of their third year, they set a fundraising goal of $3,000. Their pageant was so successful that they reached their goal and then some. In May, the Queens and Kings visited OHS to deliver a check for exactly $3,333.33. Emma and her friends received a warm welcome from the pets and people of OHS, and were personally thanked by Humane Educators Jessica Wiseley Kruger and Barb Cushway. Members of the group, ranging in age from three to 17, toured the shelter and met many of the dogs, cats and small animals helped by their efforts. The OHS Humane Education department works with a variety of youth and community groups each year. In 2013, they conducted 132 shelter tours and visited 113 classrooms at 52 different schools.
The Queens and Kings for Animals presented OHS with a check for $3,333.33.
You can find more information about our youth education programs on our website, oregonhumane.org/services.
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Kitten Caravan Arrives at OHS
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A convoy of 87 kittens and three adult cats arrived at OHS in late May after a journey of several hundred miles. Their arrival marked the single largest transfer of cats in the history of the 13-year-old OHS Second Chance program. The program works with 70 other shelters throughout the West, providing a new chance at life to pets who have run out of options at other shelters. In the past, such large transfers of cats from out-of-state would not have been possible because of the demand placed on OHS by the local cat population. That’s not the case this year. An aggressive community-wide spay and neuter effort has reduced the number of cats brought to local shelters by one-third. Last year, the Second Chance program helped nearly 5,000 pets from shelters in California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington find new homes.
500th Student Completes Studies at OHS Animal Hospital
clinic. “It was an awesome experience,” she said of her OHS rotation. “I got a lot of hands-on experience working with patients and seeing the kinds of cases I’ll see when I’m in a general practice.”
The OHS medical center reached a major milestone in June: a veterinary student from Moab, Utah became the 500th student to complete a required medical rotation at the OHS Holman Medical Center. In a one-of-a-kind partnership between Oregon State University (OSU) College of Veterinary Alexis Johnson (right) during her Medicine and OHS, all rotation at OHS, under the supervision fourth-year veterinary of Dr. Kirk Miller. students at OSU must complete a required three-week primary care rotation course at the OHS hospital.
As part of their rotation, and under the supervision of OHS/OSU veterinarians, students perform about 65 surgeries, more than they do in four years of veterinary school. They also help diagnose cases, observe behavior assessments, work with OHS foster parents who are caring for ill pets, and more.
On June 11, Alexis Johnson became the 500th student to complete the course. Johnson graduated from OSU a few days later and plans to return to her hometown of Moab, Utah, to work in a veterinary
“The students are a valuable resource for shelter pets and become an important addition to the shelter’s medical team,” said Dr. Kirk Miller. Dr. Miller, an OSU clinical instructor, is the nation’s only university faculty member assigned full-time to a shelter-based teaching hospital. Dr. Miller instructs up to five students at a time during their rotation. Dormitories above the hospital provide housing for students.
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The medical center, which is attached directly to the OHS shelter, performed more than 12,000 surgeries last year. The hospital’s 22-person medical team provides life-saving medical care to shelter pets and is a major reason OHS has a near 100% save rate for pets arriving at the shelter in need of medical care a typical owner would provide. “These students are not only a great part of our medical team, they also get to see how a modern shelter functions,” said Dr. Kris Otteman, OHS Director of Shelter Medicine. “We know the students leave here better prepared for practice and ready to serve as advocates for shelter animals.”
VOLUNTEERS BEAUTIFY DOG-WALKING TRAIL Whether their stay at OHS lasts four days or four months, dogs at the shelter enjoy walks along a scenic nature trail on the OHS grounds. Thanks to OHS volunteers and community groups, this dog-walking path grows more beautiful—and more beneficial for native wildlife—each day. This year alone, volunteers with eight community groups donated nearly 450 hours of time to help maintain the dog path. These volunteers have removed enough invasive plants to fill five 20-cubic-yard dumpsters and have mulched the entire path twice over. They planted aproximately 60 native plants, which will provide habitat for native wildlife.
In addition to community groups, OHS volunteers have organized a Dog Path Crew that works on the path twice a month. Led by volunteer Candace Bailey, the crew has cleared weeds and invasive plants, built new sections of path, planted native species, and installed benches. Future plans for the grounds include removal of an old fence and continued clearing of ivy and other invasive species. To learn more about volunteering with OHS, visit oregonhumane.org/volunteer.
Volunteer Bill Bailey surveys a new segment of the dog walking trail. The trail is located behind the shelter.
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Recent groups have come from organizations like SOLVE and Hands On Portland, companies like Comcast, and local schools. These groups are led by trained OHS volunteers or by Youth and Community Groups Coordinators Sasha Moyle and Missy Knutson.
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Photo Contest Opens! Submit your best pet photos for the chance to win recognition, great prizes, and help shelter animals. It’s time to enter the 24th Annual OHS Fuzzy, Furry & Feathered Friends Photo Contest. Past winners have included almost every type of photo imaginable—from candid moments of dogs romping on the beach to classic pet portraits.
magazine. The Grand Prize winner will receive a Canon digital SLR camera from Pro Photo Supply and Canon, plus a $250 gift card from Beard’s Framing. The winners of Best Dog, Cat and Other Animal categories will each get $100 gift cards from Pro Photo Supply and Beard’s Framing, while the winners of the remaining categories will receive $50 gift cards from Pro Photo and Beard’s. All entrants will also receive a 25% discount coupon from Beard’s. Categories include Best Dog, Best Cat, Best Other Animal, Funniest Photo, Child with Pet, Me & My Pet, Dog & Cat Couple, Editor’s Choice and Grand Prize. There is a $10 fee for each photo submitted. All proceeds go to help the animals at OHS. All entries must be submitted online. Visit oregonhumane.org/photo.
2013 winner in “Me & My Pet” category. Photo by Kim Mobley.
off i c i al c o n t e s t spo n so r s
This year’s contest submission deadline is August 17, 2014. Winners will be announced in late August 2014.
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One lucky entry will grace the cover of OHS Magazine, and winners in each category will be featured inside the
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27th Annual Doggie Dash Sets New Record Despite overcast skies and occasional showers, thousands of Doggie Dash fans flocked to Portland’s Waterfront Park on May 10 and raised a record $506,800 for pets in need–about $54,000 more than last year. The funds raised set an all-time record for Doggie Dash, which celebrated its 27th year.
Special prizes went to the teams and individuals who raised the most dollars for pets. Returning as the top non-OHS team for 2014 were the JabberWalkies, captained by Renée Stilson. Rounding out the top three teams were Paws for Justice and Columbia Tailwaggers.
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It’s not too late to order your pictures of the day. Photos taken by OHS can be downloaded at oregonhumane.org/doggiedash.
Dashers made a solid try at setting a new Guinness World Record for most costumed dogs at one location. Although about 1,000 dogs came attired in their finest costumes, the 2012 record of 1,326 dogs set by a St. Louis parade is still standing. The blocks-long post-walk festival featured live music, contests for canines, agility demonstrations, dozens of vendors and sponsor booths, a Frisbee clinic for dogs and their owners, and a pancake breakfast for thousands of Dashers.
About 3,500 dogs (and owners) attended the Dash.
Top public fundraising team: the JabberWalkies. Shown here at Pet Loft, their host company.
The top three non-OHS individual fundraisers were Stephanie Griggs, Twila Coleman and Kathy & Jim Lillis. Among the OHS Board of Trustees, special kudos go to Nancy TonkinZoucha, John Gustavsson and Akin Blitz. Their fundraising efforts helped the Board Bowsers team set a new record. The OHS employee team, Canine Crusaders, also had their best year ever.
Doggie Dash 2014 Partners Presenting Sponsors
Major Sponsors Fred Meyer K103-fm VCA Animal Hospitals Henry Weinhard’s Petplan Pet Insurance PEMCO Insurance Morel Ink Pedigree
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“It warmed my heart to see such a huge turnout for Doggie Dash,” said Sharon Harmon, OHS Executive Director. “This community understands the need to help shelter animals, and they know how to have fun doing it!”
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With Naito Parkway closed to cars, an estimated 7,500 people and 3,500 canines took to the streets for a scenic walk or run though the heart of Portland.
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The Senate’s “Top Dog” in Salem Meet Sen. Peter Courtney
Among Oregon lawmakers, Sen. Peter Courtney stands out for his commitment to animals and his leadership. As President of the Oregon Senate, Courtney’s support has played a key role in the passage of virtually every recent animal-related bill. Courtney earned an OHS “Top Dog” ranking in the most recent OHS Legislative Scorecard for his support of humane legislation. Courtney, a Democrat who has represented Marion County since 1999 and served the previous 14 years in the House, recently answered our questions regarding animals and animal-related legislation.
Q. What’s the most memorable legislation you’ve worked on regarding animals?
A. They’re all memorable—dog fighting, puppy mills, the egg-laying hen cages. The one that caught me the most by surprise was the last one, SB 6, because it was so comprehensive. When I learned about the 150 dogs in the warehouse in Brooks who were almost starved to death, I wanted to do something about it. I had no idea the bill (now law) would accomplish so many things or would interest so many groups.
Q. Tell us about the pets in your life. Q. With so many issues facing A. As an adult, I’ve had two miniature Dachshunds—first Yoda, now Dilly. As a kid, I had three different dogs: Salty, Gypsy, and Sharky—and all were rescue dogs. I also had two cats: Pepper and Sneakers. In addition, as a little boy in Virginia, I kept a pet cemetery underneath a beautiful chestnut tree. I’d bury a frog I’d found dead or baby bird or little kitten that didn’t make it. Once, I got in a bad fight with a neighbor kid who made fun of me for the pet cemetery. He kicked a cross or grave marker and I lost my temper.
lawmakers, why is it important that Oregon address animal issues?
A. It’s very simple. I think the Native Americans had it right. We share this planet with the animals. There is a partnership between us. We need to be sensitive as to how we treat them. In fact, I think we need animals more than they need us. We are made a lesser people when we are cruel to animals. Also, we know animal cruelty is a big indicator as to a human’s behavior and his/her predisposition to commit other violent crimes.
Senator Courtney with Dilly.
Q. Looking to the future, what challenges face lawmakers when it comes to enacting new legislation to help animals?
A. It makes me sad that it’s a fight that never ends. It feels like we’ll never get there—to a point where people are no longer exploiting animals. For example, why do we have to whip horses when we ride them? How would the jockey like to be whipped? There seems to be a lack of understanding as to how important the animal kingdom is to the human experience. We need to be willing to respect them and take care of them. Getting people to understand that concept is the biggest challenge.
Q. What can the average Oregonian do to make their voice heard in Salem on animal issues?
A. Show up. You have the most accessible legislature in the nation. Don’t just email or call. Show up.
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Find love at any age
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Looking for a senior discount? How about free? Every Tuesday at OHS is a special day for people 60 years or more. A select group of 15 pets will be available for adoption to seniors at no charge every Tuesday. All other pets will have their adoption fees reduced by $50 when they are adopted on Tuesdays by individuals over 60.
OHS recognizes that a pet can make you feel young at heart and may keep you healthier. Researchers have documented that living with pets is associated with lower blood pressure and less anxiety. The OHS shelter is located at 1067 NE Columbia Blvd. and is open from 10am – 7pm on Tuesdays.
danger zone Help Pets in Hot Cars Does your dog love coming along in the car when you run errands? On a warm day, dogs will love staying somewhere cool even more. The temperature inside a car rises to dangerous levels for dogs in just a matter of minutes, even with windows cracked open:
Car/Outside temperatures When the temperature outside is 78°, the temperature inside a car can reach 105° in just 20 minutes.
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Temperatures inside a car increase by an average of 19° in the first 10 minutes; 29° in 20 minutes; and 33° in 30 minutes, regardless of the outside temperature. That’s too hot for pets!
What to do if you see a pet in a hot car • Write down information about the vehicle (make, model, color, license plate number) • Alert the management of any nearby business, who could make an emergency announcement • Call local police or animal control (keep their numbers handy for emergencies!) • Stay by the vehicle until help arrives
Even if you think, “I’ll only be gone 5 minutes!” don’t risk it. 5 minutes can quickly become 10, 20, 30 minutes. It only takes 5-10 minutes for heatstroke to affect your pet. Know the signs: Seizures Heavy panting Profuse drooling Vomiting, diarrhea Red gums, tongue, or skin Rapid pulse Lying flat/lethargy Lack of coordination; stumbling or falling
What to do if your pet may have heatstroke • Help lower your pet’s body temperature slowly by applying cool water all over. A bath, kiddie pool, or running water works. • Place cool, wet towels on the pet’s body • Call your vet immediately to let them know you’re on your way • At the vet, emergency care might be needed
THE BEST THING TO DO FOR YOUR PETS WHEN IT’S HOT: KEEP YOUR PETS INDOORS! See more tips online at oregonhumane.org/pet_training References: Study of Excessive Temperatures in Enclosed Vehicles, San Francisco State University, 2003 • Canine Heatstroke, Lisa Powell DVM, University of Minnesota, 2008 • Heatstroke in Family Pets, Murdoch University
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Long-term Residents Find Homes at Last While most pets at OHS are adopted within two weeks, sometimes it can take longer for the perfect match to come along. At OHS, pets have all the time they need to find their special someone. Meet a few of the OHS pets recently adopted after waiting for many months:
JOLLY ROGER After waiting at OHS for nearly a year, a five-year-old pit bull named Jolly Roger finally met his ideal family. Catherine Such and Douglas Walker of Portland fell in love with Jolly Roger’s winning personality, despite a skin condition that requires regular baths and medication. While the dog’s medical needs were a turn-off to some, Catherine and Douglas accepted the challenges and report that Roger—now Marlowe—is growing more healthy and exuberant each day.
KOZMO Kozmo, an 11-year-old tabby cat, arrived at OHS in September 2013 suffering from diabetes and dental disease. After months of care by the OHS team, Kozmo’s health issues were treated and he just needed the right person to look past his medical history to see the loving cat he is. That person was Kelsey Nealeigh of Portland, who fell in love with Kozmo and adopted him in May of 2014. Kelsey reports that Kozmo’s diabetes is under control and that Kozmo—now named Eero—is relaxed, comfortable and spoiled in his new home. Photo By Laura Hinrichs
JONES Jones, a Labrador mix, came to OHS in March of 2012 when he was eight years old. Jones, who suffered from separation anxiety, needed a patient person who could spend most of their time with him. This May, Jones found that person in Kathy Sampson of Hillsboro. Jones now goes to work with Kathy each day and relaxes after work in his loving, attentive new home. He enjoys walks, car rides, squirrel watching, and being the greeter at his new office.
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Elvis, a two-year-old cat, arrived at OHS in February 2014. Though very friendly, Elvis is FIV-positive—and because this condition is often misunderstood, Elvis remained at the shelter for months. In May, Tana Hutchinson of Portland fell in love with Elvis and a second OHS cat named Joey, another sweet and mild-mannered feline. Tana adopted both cats, and says that Elvis and Joey, now named Dillon and Lewis, have become the best of friends. They are much loved and are receiving excellent care. Photo By Laura Hinrichs
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Long-term Shelter Pets Seek Forever Homes
Could you be the perfect match for one of the pets below? Sometimes it takes time to find the right fit, and these OHS pets have been waiting for adoption the longest. We think they’d love to meet you.
Aurora is a two-year-old Dalmatian/pit bull mix with a great enthusiasm for life! This happy girl has received plenty of love and training during her time at OHS but would prefer to be in a permanent home. She loves to go running and is looking for a running partner. If you’re not a runner, she also loves to play fetch. Aurora enjoys car rides and might do well with a calm canine companion. Her ideal home is quiet, relaxed, and has a fenced yard. Aurora is looking for a dog-experienced owner who can help manage her excitement and keep building her confidence. Looking for a home since Aug. 2013.
Photo By Laura Hinrichs
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Roman, a seven-year-old medium-haired cat, is a true charmer. He is FIV-positive but don’t let that worry you—Roman is a healthy fellow who enjoys petting and attention. He returns affection with head-butts and purring. Roman would prefer to be the only pet in a cat-experienced forever home, and although he needs to live indoors-only, he would enjoy having windows or even a catio where he could observe the wildlife outside. Looking for a home since Feb. 26.
ROMAN Rose, a two-year-old terrier mix, adores people! A staff and volunteer favorite, Rose has received lots of love and positive training while at OHS. Rose enjoys walking on leash, playing fetch, and cuddling on the couch. She’s looking for a dog-experienced home where she will be the only pet and have a secure, fenced yard to play in. Someone who loves and understands terriers would be Rose’s ideal match. Looking for a home since Oct. 2013.
QUAZIE
See all available OHS pets online at oregonhumane.org/adopt/
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GOLDIE
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Small animals need homes, too—including exotic companion birds like Quazie, a yellow-naped Amazon parrot, and Goldie, a Jenday conure. Both birds can be handled and are well-socialized—especially Goldie, who warms up to people with ease. Quazie can be more reserved at first, but when comfortable will dazzle you by singing arias and showing off a large vocabulary. This beautiful pair seeks a birdexperienced home where they can be together for the rest of their long lives. Looking for a home since Feb. 15.
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Charlize’s Road to Recovery Cat with No Home is Rescued, Healed and Loved Thousands of animals come through the OHS veterinary hospital every year, but few have a journey as difficult as a charcoal-gray cat named Charlize. The two-year-old cat was found in January near railroad tracks in North Portland. Charlize was covered in cuts from nose to tail and unable to walk. She most likely had been hit by a car, but no one will ever know. Charlize (as she is now called) had no collar or microchip ID. No owner came forward to claim her. Despite her severe injuries, Charlize had a remarkably sweet disposition, good vital signs, and a strong will to live. Officials at Multnomah County Animal Services, who are responsible for stray cats such as Charlize, contacted the OHS medical team for assistance.
An x-ray revealed the young feline’s most serious problem: Before and after: broken bones realigned. a complete fracture of the two bones in her left front foreleg. The bones were not only broken, they were displaced so much that they were no longer in alignment. The fracture had also had gone untreated for some time, making it more challenging to repair.
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“The edges of the bones were not even touching and could not heal naturally, said Dr. Alon Kramer, a Board Certified veterinary surgeon who specializes in exactly such difficult surgeries. “The breaks were overlapped with muscle, which complicated the injury even more,” said Dr. Kramer, who practices at Oregon Expert Vets (OREV) in Tualatin. Dr. Kramer volunteers his expertise for complicated surgical cases as part of his community outreach and care philosophy.
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Charlize being treated by Dr. Alon Kramer.
Young cats like Charlize, he said, have extraordinary healing powers. “If you can get the broken bones together, they will heal well.” But getting the displaced bones aligned was no easy task. The surgery involved manipulating the soft tissue surrounding the breaks— including muscle and scar tissue that had grown over the ends of the bones. Once the bones were in proper alignment, metal pins were inserted so they could heal properly. The operation took an hour and a half to complete. “It was very gratifying to see results of this operation,” said Dr. Kramer. A look at the before and after x-rays tells the story: the first image is a startling view of fractured, misaligned bones; after the surgery, the bones—with an assist from metal pins—follow the natural lines of a feline’s anatomy. Charlize spent the next five weeks recuperating at the OHS Holman Medical Center. When her splint bandage was finally removed, she took her first tentative steps using all four legs. Charlize spent another two weeks in the care of a watchful OHS foster parent, where healing progressed to the point that she could walk normally. With the surgery a success, Charlize came back to the OHS shelter, waiting to catch the eye of a potential adopter. One week later, the cat with the sweet disposition found a permanent loving home.
Did You Know? • That more than 1,500 emergency and other surgeries were performed for shelter pets at the OHS Holman Medical Center last year? • That the medical center, in addition to serving shelter pets, last year provided more than 5,000 free and low-cost spay/neuter surgeries for pets owned by low-income families? • That no tax dollars support the work of the OHS medical team?
Helpful Tips on Your Pet’s Most Challenging Behaviors By Tanya Roberts, OHS Animal Behavior Specialist
Dog Training Classes at OHS Dear Tanya, My dog loves to follow me around while I garden during the hot days of summer. He pants quite a bit and I’d like to know how I can keep him cool. What can I do? –Concerned in Canby A fun thing you can offer your dog on a hot day is a plastic kiddie pool filled partway with cool water. Many dogs love to splash around in the water, and some will even lie down in the pool to cool off. Another option is to place a water misting hose in your garden. You and your dogs will enjoy the refreshing cool spray. Make sure your animals have plenty of fresh water to drink. Place spill-resistant water bowls outside
as well as inside your home and check them regularly to ensure they don’t run empty. Some dogs love ice cubes, and you can find frozen treat recipes online at oregonhumane.org. If you think that your dog is struggling with the heat, it may be time to have your dog checked out by your veterinarian in order to rule out any underlying medical issues. While there, ask your veterinarian for advice on how to prevent your dog getting sunburned. Some dogs need to wear doggy sunscreen to prevent burns, especially on their sensitive noses.
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Need Help with Pet Behavior Issues? • OHS offers everything from “basic manners” dog classes to individual consultations. See our training offerings online at oregonhumane.org under Pet Training. • Call our Behavior Help Line at (503) 416-2983 and talk with a behavior specialist. There is no charge for the advice. • You’ll find helpful behavior guides on the OHS website. Visit oregonhumane.org and look under Pet Training/ Solving Behavior Problems.
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Look Ma, No Water Bowl! This is no ordinary dog water bottle: it features a stainless steel roller ball that releases water when your pet licks the ball. Hold the bottle upside down, and your panting pooch will soon be drinking directly from the bottle—no bowl required. Of course, if your dog prefers to take on fluids the old-fashioned way, the bottle’s widemouth top unscrews and does double duty as a water bowl. Either way, you’ve got a “one bottle fits all” solution to your canine hydration needs! Now available for $7.99 at Best Friends’ Corner, the pet supply store in the lobby of the OHS shelter. 100% of sale proceeds go to help shelter pets.
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Quenching Fido’s thirst during jaunts in the city or hikes in the country couldn’t be easier, thanks to this ingenious water bottle now available at the OHS pet supply store.
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65th Annual OHS A’Cat’Emy Awards OHS announced the top winners of the 65th annual Be Kind to Animals Poster and Story Contest during a special awards presentation, the “A’Cat’Emy Awards,” held April 13 in the Education Hall at OHS. The ceremony highlighted the creative work of young Oregonians in grades 1-12 who used art and words to craft positive, humane messages for the future. The Grand Prize in the poster category was awarded to Fiona Kim, a twelfth grader at Tigard High School. The poster runner up award went to Annie Bunch, an eleventh grade student at Pacific Crest Community School in Portland. Kaylan Mosser, an eighth grade student at Baker Middle School in Baker City, received the Grand Prize in the story category. The runner up was Rachael Gowen, an eleventh grade student at St. Mary’s Academy in Portland.
Grand Prize Poster Fiona
Kim 12th Grade
This year, nearly 2,500 entries were received from students around the state. Each grade level based their entries on different age-appropriate humane education themes such as: be kind to animals, spay/neuter your pet, and adopt a shelter pet. Winners of honorable mention through first place in each grade received a certificate, ribbon and other prizes. The grand prize runner up winners each received an e-reader, while the grand prize winners each took home a tablet computer.
See all winning posters and stories online at
Poster Runner-Up
Annie Bunch 11th grade
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Poster First Place
Emily Song 2nd grade
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Vivian Tan 3rd grade
2014 Poster winners 1st Grade Lily Wang............................................... First Place Aidan Gao.............................................. Second Place Sylvie King............................................. Third Place Cecilia Gonenne.................................... Honorable Mention
Jiao Ying Art School Jiao Ying Art School Raleigh Park Adams Elementary
2nd Grade Emily Song............................................. First Place Stella Wang............................................ Second Place Naina Hegde.......................................... Third Place Ben Andrews.......................................... Honorable Mention
Jiao Ying Art School Jiao Ying Art School Findley Elementary Sunny Wolf Charter School
3rd Grade Vivian Tan.............................................. First Place Amy Kang............................................... Second Place Sarah Lee............................................... Third Place Nividh Singh........................................... Honorable Mention
Jiao Ying Art School Jiao Ying Art School Rock Creek Elementary Creative Minds Art Studio
4th Grade Geo Kim................................................. First Place Rida Kauser............................................ Second Place Emma Gingrich...................................... Third Place Caleb Andrews....................................... Honorable Mention
West Tualatin Valley Jiao Ying Art School View Acres Elementary Sunny Wolf Charter School
5th Grade Michael Hui............................................ First Place Amy Guo................................................ Second Place Ashley Kim............................................. Third Place Joshua Negreanu................................... Honorable Mention
Jiao Ying Art School Jiao Ying Art School Nancy Ryles Lake Grove Elementary
6th Grade Rachel Choi............................................ First Place Breanna Guo.......................................... Second Place Jasmine Wang....................................... Third Place Dearbhla McCabe.................................. Honorable Mention Nina Timmen &...................................... Honorable Mention Elizabeth Blodgett
Athey Middle School Jiao Ying Art School Jiao Ying Art School Creative Minds Art Studio St Agatha School
7th Grade Maya McDarragh................................... First Place Courtney Chan....................................... Second Place Medha Prakash...................................... Third Place Grace Bowman...................................... Honorable Mention
Mt. Tabor Middle School Jiao Ying Art School Jiao Ying Art School St. Francis School
8th Grade Wooyeon Kim......................................... First Place Selina Tang............................................ Second Place Hanna Lee.............................................. Third Place Xiao Guan.............................................. Honorable Mention
Lake Oswego Junior High Jiao Ying Art School International School of Beaverton Lake Oswego Junior High
9th Grade Sophia Cheon........................................ First Place Arden Smith........................................... Second Place Nicholas Livas........................................ Third Place Stephanie Najera................................... Honorable Mention
Sunset High School Lakeridge High School Nyssa High School Tualatin High School
10th Grade Sabrina Park.......................................... First Place Ava Krueger............................................ Second Place Sie Lor.................................................... Third Place Stephanie Rutledge................................ Honorable Mention
Tigard High School Silverton High School Reynolds High School Reynolds High School
11th Grade Annie Bunch........................................... First Place Michelle Lo............................................ Second Place Ahnna Kim............................................. Third Place Wan Lee................................................. Honorable Mention
Pacific Crest Community School Home School Canyonville Christian Academy Southridge High School
12th Grade Fiona Kim............................................... First Place Tess Newberry........................................ Second Place Jenna Miller........................................... Third Place Ellie Scheu............................................. Honorable Mention
Tigard High School Sherwood High School Tualatin High School Churchill High School
Good Neighbor Award Lauren Amato......................................... 2nd Grade
Salmon Creek Elementary
Poster First Place
Michael Hui 5th grade
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Rachel Choi 6th grade
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Wooyeon Kim 8th grade
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Sophia Cheon 9th grade
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Story Contest Winner Kaylan Mosser is an eighth grader at Baker Middle School in Baker City. As the winner of the Grand Prize in the story category of the OHS Be Kind to animals Poster and Story Contest, Kaylan won a tablet computer. She will put this tablet to good use as she enters high school in the fall. Below is an excerpt of Kaylan’s winning story:
My Pet has Taught Me… I believe there are countless things we can learn from everyone, including our pets. They may think differently than us, but sometimes it takes a fresh perspective to understand things. My dog, Jasper, has taught me many lessons that I never expected to learn from a mere dog, like enjoying the little things … and the importance of reserving judgment.
2014 Story winners 1st & 2nd Grade Cecilia Gonenne.................................... First Place Ben Andrews.......................................... Second Place Evie Miller.............................................. Third Place Emma Gregg.......................................... Honorable Mention Nicholas Braun....................................... Honorable Mention
Adams Elementary Sunny Wolf Charter School Abernethy Elementary North Plains Elementary Findley Elementary
3rd & 4th Grade Sedona Peterson.................................... First Place Maxeem Ziemin..................................... Second Place Kendall Overstreet.................................. Third Place Harmony Scarpine................................. Honorable Mention
Portland Lutheran School Beach Elementary Warren Elementary Portland Village School
5th & 6th Grade Madeleine Beaupre................................ First Place Avery Kyle.............................................. Second Place Rachel Dewees...................................... Third Place Ruby Leib............................................... Honorable Mention
Northwest Academy Woodstock Elementary School Woodstock Elementary School Woodstock Elementary School
7th & 8th Grade Kaylan Mosser....................................... First Place Jordan Kingsley..................................... Second Place Bella Garcia........................................... Third Place Ryker Bullis............................................ Honorable Mention Brianna Fournier.................................... Honorable Mention
Baker Middle School Home School Lake Oswego Junior High Evergreen Middle School Oaklea Middle School
9th & 10th Grade Minnie Kang........................................... First Place Sarah Kwartler....................................... Second Place Erik Holte................................................ Third Place Sophie Samiee....................................... Honorable Mention
Pacific Crest Community School Lake Oswego High School Tigard High Oregon Episcopal School
11th & 12th Grade Rachael Gowen...................................... First Place Nai Lee................................................... Second Place
St. Mary’s Academy Centennial Transition Center
I’m just a person, and like everyone else, I often take things for granted, and usually I just look at the big picture and never take time to look at the small details that make the picture so beautiful. … My dog finds joy in the simplest of things, from a tied-up sock to a pat on the head. Maybe if humans were more like that we would all be happier. …
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Possibly the most important lesson he has taught me is to never judge a book by its cover. Jasper is a pit bull mix, and being labeled “pit bull” is a negative thing in our society. … However, I can verify he is a gentle and intelligent dog. … If I hadn’t adopted my dog, he never could have taught me all these lessons. Thanks to Jasper, I know to never assume based on looks, that trust is precious, and to always enjoy the little things in life.
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7th & 8th grade 2nd place story finalist, Jordan Kingsley
See all winning posters and stories online at
bit.ly/OHS_contest Find out more about our education programs at
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9th & 10th grade 3rd place story finalist, Erik Holte
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(Continued from page 13) Also, if your dog has long hair, ask your vet if having a groomer clip the hair would be beneficial. This can help keep dogs cool—but a professional groomer should be sure to leave at least an inch of hair to protect your pet from the sun’s rays. Even though you are providing the best of care, it is still very important to know the signs of heat stroke and if your pet is predisposed to heat stroke. Pets with short snouts can be especially vulnerable. Visit us online at oregonhumane.org/pet_training for more information. Keeping your pets indoors in the air conditioning or where they can lie under a fan on a cool surface is the best way to protect them from the sun’s harmful rays. If your own home gets too hot, consider taking your dogs to doggie daycare, or visiting a friend whose home is cooler.
Dear Tanya, I love to walk my dog around the neighborhood, but he is shy. He is sensitive toward strangers and kids and doesn’t like it when other dogs
run up to him. Now that it’s summer, our neighborhood is bustling with people, kids and dogs on-and-off leash. What can I do to help my sensitive boy enjoy and be safe on our walks? -Flustered in Fairview Here are a few considerations to help everyone enjoy the summer: Those of us with shy dogs should give some thought to where and when to walk. Avoid high-traffic areas and places where people may congregate. It’s also best to avoid parks on busy days (especially off-leash areas). Try teaching your dog to look at you (in exchange for a treat) when a stranger or dog approaches at a distance. Pairing a positive experience (treat and you) with the distant sight of the feared object can help reduce distress. Choose to avoid close contact. If someone is coming your way, cross the street and calmly keep walking away from of the source of your dog’s anxiety. To help guide a passerby, you can say, “My dog is very fearful so please keep walking–thank you.” Those with a dog who is confident and friendly should remember that
not all dogs are equally as confident, so keep your dog on leash and under your control. Walk quickly past if other dogs seem worried (signs include tail tucked between legs, moving away from other dogs or children, hiding behind a person or object, or barking frantically). Simply say to your dog in a positive tone, “Let’s go, good dog,” and walk on. Remember that animals have different personalities just like us, and dogs need people to read their body language and act accordingly. To learn more about dog body language, please check our website for upcoming classes and trainings. oregonhumane.org/pet_training
Featured Class Canine Body Language Saturday, August 16 4:00 - 6:00 pm Suggested donation: $15 Details at oregonhumane.org/ pet_training
2013 Adoptions by the Numbers Thanks to our compassionate community, thousands of cats, dogs and small animals found homes through OHS in 2013. OHS keeps track of every animal entering the shelter using the Asilomar Accords data format, which provides the most accurate picture of shelter operations. A Maddie’s Fund Lifesaving Award makes possible the data-reporting efforts of OHS and all members of the Animal Shelter Alliance of Portland (ASAP)*. Finding Homes for Dogs & Cats in 2013 Total OHS Adoptions: 10,375 Transfers to Other Organizations: 214 Returned to Owner: 127 Dogs & Cats Euthanized No healthy pets or those classified as Treatable-Rehabilitatable or Treatable-Manageable under the Asilomar Accords were euthanized by OHS in 2013. 146 animals classified as beyond recovery or severely aggressive with high potential for injury were euthanized.
Live Release Rate This figure represents the percentage of live animals who left the OHS shelter through adoptions, transfers to other humane organizations dedicated to finding them homes, and returns to owners. Dogs 99.1% Cats 98.2% Total: 98.7%
A complete record of all OHS animal statistics compiled in the Asilomar format is posted on the OHS website at bit.ly/OHStats * ASAP member shelters include: Cat Adoption Team, Clackamas County Dog Services, Humane Society for SW Washington, Multnomah County Animal Services, Oregon Humane Society and Washington County Animal Services.
Hats Off to Amazing OHS Volunteers OHS volunteers perform about every task imaginable at OHS, with one exception: they are not allowed to work at the annual party thrown in their honor! The theme for this year’s party was “Hats Off to Volunteers,” with nearly 500 volunteers and guests in attendance. Whatever their headgear of choice, from fedoras to fezzes, OHS board members, employees, and fellow volunteers tipped their hats to show their admiration for the work done by nearly 2,000 dedicated and compassionate individuals. This year’s event, held in March at the Red Lion on the River in Portland, was the largest ever. The highlight of the evening was the presentation honoring some of the most outstanding OHS volunteers. “If our animals could talk, they would shout out the words ‘thank you for volunteering’ over and over again,” said Sharon Harmon, OHS executive director. Last year, 1,968 adults volunteered 222,000 hours of their time to help pets. It would have taken 107 full-time employees to do the work performed by those volunteers.
Candace and Bill Bailey
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Volunteer of the Year Award (cowinners): The Baileys started the OHS Dog Path Crew, which meets twice monthly to remove invasive plants and make improvements to the dog walking trail behind the shelter. The Baileys are also co-anchors of the Wednesday evening dog walking team and have volunteered many hours helping dogs at the Emergency Animal Shelter–including working on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
End Petlessness Award: This award honors the volunteer who contributed the most overall hours to OHS in 2013. Hurtley, who is a cattery volunteer, contributed 1,200 hours to OHS last year. Hurtley is one of two trainers for the OHS Cat Safety and Handling Class. She has also trained more than 50 volunteers to show cats to prospective adopters, emphasizing how to make the right match between pets and people.
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Harmon presented awards to five volunteers in four special categories: the Volunteer of the Year Award to Candace and Bill Bailey of NE Portland; the Lifetime Achievement Award to Carolyn Gressel of SE Portland; the Volunteer’s Choice Award to Sherry Adams of NE Portland; and the End Petlessness Award to Jill Hurtley of NE Portland. Nearly two dozen other volunteers were honored for their work in 23 additional categories. A complete list of the volunteers honored is online at: http://bit.ly/hatsoffvols
Lifetime Achievement Award: Gressel began volunteering for OHS in 1998. She has worked on the Behavior Help Line since it launched in 2000, providing a patient ear and knowledgeable advice to frustrated pet owners. In addition to working on the Help Line, Gressel has also volunteered as a dog walker, helped with administrative tasks, and provided foster care to OHS animals.
Volunteer’s Choice Award: Adams was selected by a vote of her volunteer peers. She began volunteering in November of 2003. She teaches dog safety and handling classes, helps with the Animal Assisted Therapy program and trains new volunteers. She is also known for her hands-on work with rescued dogs both in the shelter and off-site.
Find out more about our volunteer programs at
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“It’s a very special person who gives up their personal time to help animals. We are lucky to have so many of these caring and talented volunteers at OHS,” said Harmon.
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Meet Bob Wentworth, OHS President of Wentworth ChevyTown and SubaruCity Oregon Humane Society
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Tell us about the pets in your family.
We have always had dogs. My earliest memory is of Casey, a big Lab mix who liked to chase cars and follow the kids to school. Later, we had Wendy, who looked like a bowling ball with legs, and Alice, both mixed breeds. Our current dog, Jackie, we adopted from OHS in 2000. She thinks she is a dog of royalty, but we haven’t been able to determine her lineage. She is the best dog we have ever had. Jackie just has a great attitude about life, and likes to have conversations with her people all day long.
Why does Wentworth SubaruCity support OHS?
The Wentworth family and their employees believe in the work OHS does. We appreciate that OHS protects, rescues and finds great homes for all of their animals. We have established a great working relationship with Sharon Harmon and the OHS family.
Has partnering with OHS benefited your business?
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Wentworth Subaru employees enjoy working at OHS events and supporting the work done by OHS. Our customers are animal people and appreciate our involvement with OHS. For all of us, supporting OHS makes us feel good because we know OHS gives animals a second chance at happy lives.
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What’s your advice to other companies who are thinking of supporting OHS?
OHS is a wonderful organization whose people take pride in their work. OHS has created a great working partnership with Wentworth Subaru. Every event we have sponsored was very well-run and organized and a pleasure to be a part of.
Wine, Woof, Wow!
Sit, Stay & Sip the Wine this August A select group of Oregon wineries is inviting the public— and their pooches—to enjoy the most unusual wine event of the year. The fourth annual Canines Uncorked wine tour on August 9 will highlight 14 North Willamette Valley wineries where dogs are counted among the guests of honor. While you taste a pinot noir, for example, your dog could be enjoying a pet massage. While you sip a chardonnay, your dog could be navigating an agility course. In the mood for a gewürztraminer? Perhaps Fido would likewise enjoy sampling a dog-friendly ice cream sundae.
All participating wineries are located in Oregon’s North Willamette Valley area, one of Oregon’s premier winegrowing regions. Most of the wineries are located just outside Portland in the nearby communities of Beaverton, Cornelius, Forest Grove, Gaston, Helvetia, Hillsboro, North Plains and Tigard. Your Canines Uncorked map (available online) makes it easy to plot a course to keep pets and people happy during a leisurely afternoon of visiting beautiful vineyards. Passports can be purchased in advance on the OHS website, and at select participating wineries on August 9. Learn more online: bit.ly/k9uncorked
A “License to Taste” passport includes free tasting and free dog activities at every participating winery. Passports are $40 in advance ($45 day-of), with 100% of the passport fee benefiting pets in need. The passport is good through the entire month of August.
Canines Uncorked Participating Wineries A Blooming Hill Vineyard & Winery Apolloni Vineyards Ardiri Winery & Vineyards Blizzard Wines David Hill Vineyard & Winery Elk Cove Vineyards Helvetia Winery
Kramer Vineyards Oak Knoll Winery Plum Hill Vineyards Provincial Vineyards SakéOne Shafer Vineyard Cellars Willamette Valley Vineyards
Feel the love all year long… join PAWS today! Recurring monthly gifts through the Planned Account Withdrawal System (PAWS) make a life-saving difference for the animals at OHS throughout the year. It’s easy: Your tax-deductible gift will be billed to your
credit or debit card, or debited from your checking account each month. It’s efficient: PAWS members provide OHS with reliable, steady income, which allows us to focus on our mission, plan for the future, and spend our resources wisely. It’s rewarding: You’ll feel great each month,
knowing you’re helping the animals at OHS with your life-saving support.
Join now! Return the envelope inside this magazine, enroll online at oregonhumane.org/donate/paws.asp or call Marsha at 503.416.7079.
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Finding homes for animals is one of the most important things we do at the Oregon Humane Society. When adopters keep in touch, their stories and photos inspire us.
Hello OHS! Bruno, the blind and deaf puppy we adopted in April, is doing well. He is learning the layout of his new home and is eating and drinking well. We are enjoying sweet bonding time with him, and he is curious, playful, and very tenacious! We really adore him: he’s already a Facebook sensation amongst our friends, relatives, and vet staff. He’s a lot of work, but it has been joyous for us. Best, Brandon and Sara McWilliams
Preston energetic and enjoys swimming at Paws Aquatics and hanging with his other friends at 3 Dogs Boarding and Daycare. Preston has been a fantastic addition to our home! Thank you, Darrell & Paul
Hi there, We wanted to update you on our two darling OHS pets: Aubie and Bella! We adopted Aubie (originally Alby) in August of 2011 as a kitten, and then we
Bella adopted Lab mix Bella in December of 2013. We have been so blessed to have them in our lives. Thank you for the wonderful work you do at OHS. You are changing lives for so many animals and their humans! All our best, Marie Hestley & Greg Rossmiller
Bruno Dear OHS,
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In May 2013 we adopted Preston (originally Mitch), a Second Chance dog from Los Angeles. Preston is very
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We love to hear how animals adopted from OHS are doing. Send your letters, stories, emails and photos to: Editor, OHS, 1067 NE Columbia Blvd. Portland OR 97211; events@oregonhumane.org. Or, create a personal Web page for your own pet at www.oregonhumane.org/tributes.
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» OHS save rates are among the highest in the nation:
» There is never a time limit on how long animals remain
» Adoptions include an ID microchip, initial vaccines, a
available for adoption at OHS.
» You can see every animal available for adoption on our website at oregonhumane.org.
99% for dogs; 98% for cats. courtesy veterinary exam, one month of free pet health insurance and plenty of post-adoption support. Every animal is also spayed or neutered before being adopted.
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