The Davis Journal | March 10, 2023

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Special Pet Edition

BOUNTIFUL GIRLS WIN STATE BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

Pets, remarkable healing power

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

BOUNTIFUL—Animals have the unique ability to make any day a little brighter. That emotional connection can help the healing process or simply put a smile on the face of those who may need a boost.

A local organization, Intermountain Therapy Animals/R.E.A.D. connects volunteers, who use their own pets, with hospitals, assisted living centers, court programs and other facilities to make visits and bring a little sunshine to an otherwise difficult day.

“It helps people feel better motivated to participate in therapy,” said Kathy Klotz, Executive Director of Intermountain Therapy Animals/R.E.A.D. “It gives patients hope for the future. It’s amazing when the magic happens. When they get their hands on an animal they are flooded with emotions. It breaks through the log jams for those who had given up hope.”

One patient, a 5-year-old girl, was at the University of Utah Hospital because she had been burned in a wood burning stove accident, said Klotz. “She was just refusing to participate in anything she needed to get better. We found out that she loved horses. So the staff bundled her up in a little wagon and took her outside where there was a mini horse.

She started communicating with the horse and then she was willing to do what was needed. That’s what keeps us going – it happens all the time.”

Klotz said one of the dogs always pulls toward people who walk into a room and seems to know who needs help. “Typically

the dog and owner would get off the elevator and walk down the hall then turn right to the nurses’ station for a treat. This time Charlie turned left and went to the oncology ward and found a patient who was sitting with a social

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

SALT LAKE CITY—It might have been his first legislative session but Rep. Paul Cutler, R-Centerville, came away feeling positive about the experience. The former Centerville mayor ran six bills and four passed. Not bad for a beginner.

“It’s been thrilling, fascinating, frustrating and at times exhausting,” said Cutler. “I’ve learned a tremendous amount. There are many good people who are trying to do what’s best for the state.”

Cutler said it was a great opportunity to learn as a new legislator. “I made some mistakes because I didn’t know how to use the process. I wish I could do more to help people.”

Other legislators were so helpful, he said. “Our current south Davis representatives, Melissa Ballard, Todd Weiler and Ray Ward were incredibly helpful and showed me how I could make a difference.”

There were two bills he ran that Cutler said he really enjoyed. “I worked very hard on a domestic violence bill (HB199) for the safety of domestic violence victims. I had to balance between the right to bear arms and the need to protect the most vulnerable in society. That passed.”

The other one is HB470 that puts guidelines in place for digital records and the need for government records to keep up, he said. “People want to make sure their information is safe and secure and that people don’t have access to it. The bill sets up a group that will report next year to the legislature on standard guidelines for digital records.”

Cutler sat on the IGG (Infrastructure and General Government) Appropriations Subcommittee and Political Subdivisions Subcommittee. “In the IGG we dealt with transportation, improvement on government facilities and we heard plans to set up a permanent campus for Weber State University in Farmington. WSU rents a space at Station Park now. They want to build a new campus with permanent buildings near Station Park.”

The Speaker makes the assignments,

Please see CUTLER: pg. 4

Photo by Roger V. Tuttle

REP. PAUL CUTLER sits on the House floor during the 2023 Legislative Session. This was Cutler’s first term as a legislator.

Photo by Roger V. Tuttle Freshman legislator

Centerville officials express support for more pedestrian-friendly plan for Parrish Lane interchange

CENTERVILLE — City officials have weighed in on what they see as the better of two proposed options for the Parrish Lane I-15 Interchange being proposed by the Utah Department of Transportation.

On Feb. 7 they voted unanimously to approve a resolution to send to UDOT outlining their position. The resolution “shows UDOT that the city has a united front and which option they’d like to see for the interchange at Parrish,” City Engineer Kevin Campbell said at the city council meeting that night. “It gives reasons as to why that option is advantageous for the city.”

UDOT’s Option A, the one favored by city officials, features a Parrish Lane traffic diamond, with a configuration similar to what is in place currently with a northbound connection to the east frontage road.

That option is “more friendly to bikers and pedestrians, improves traffic mobility along Parrish Lane” and “increases safety for various transportation users of the interchange,” the resolution says. Option A is also consistent with the Centerville General Plan which has several goals for the area including providing links connecting the Legacy Parkway trail with the Bonneville Shoreline via other city pathways and trails and establishing a bikeway that connects the east side area with the trail system of the Legacy Parkway, it says.

With this option “A little bit less vehicular traffic can get through it, but it improves Parrish Lane vehicular mobility and most of all, improves the safety for the pedestrians and for the bikers over the interchange,” Campbell told the city council at a Jan. 17 work session.

“I think our rationale for this option is that we don’t have what I’d call a runway space between the interchange and our main street,” City Councilmember Spencer

Summerhays said. “It’s a very short distance compared to many other cities along the Wasatch Front and that is why we do like this option, though the delay may be a little bit more for some of the vehicles, it eases congestion through our city from that point to Main Street.”

A second option would have seen a single point urban interchange (a more complex routing of traffic over the freeway) at that location. Councilmember George McEwan requested that both options provided by UDOT be placed on the city website so residents could see what alternatives the city council was choosing between and why.

“If we vote on it I think people should at least have information on it for people to research,” he said. “Since this is going to be an omnipresent information for people for a while it should be pretty easy to find the

information.”

Although some of the council members were interested in weighing in on whether there should be reversible or HOV lanes on I-15, McEwan suggested that issue be addressed in a possible future resolution.

“This is what we’re solid on; the other we’d just like,” he said. It is also uncertain how much consideration UDOT would give to city officials’ opinion on these options.

“I do feel the UDOT and I-15 team would listen more to the city on the interchange unless there was a statistic that we could show that said ‘hey this is definitely going to hurt our businesses,’” Campbell said.

It is anticipated that the final decision on the options for the Parrish Lane interchange will be made by UDOT this fall. Construction is expected to begin in 2026. l

Utah is definitely part of the doodle craze

These days it’s hard to go to any dog park, pet store or even to visit Instagram and not encounter a doodle – a breed of dog unknown before the 1980s. The first doodle was bred by Wally Conron, a breeder at the Royal Guide Dog Association of Australia in the early 1980s, according to a post on the rover.com blog. Conron was contacted by a woman who wanted a hypoallergenic guide dog because her husband was allergic to fur. Since standard poodles are nonshedding, Conron began there and bred a poodle with a Labrador retriever, resulting in the birth of the first labradoodle.

Since that time the practice has taken off and there are now doodles everywhere. There are now more than 40 types of doodles ranging from the mini Goldendoodles to the standard Cockapoo to the larger Newfypoo. A recent Internet search based on Utah breeders indicates that, by far, Goldendoodles are the most popular breed of doodles here, followed by Bernedoodles. Prices for these puppies range from $2,000 to $4,500. While many have found a way to work this into their budget, others have been creative in making a doodle part of their family.

In 2018 Ashling Woolley, a Utahn now living in Memphis, Tenn., really wanted a mini Goldendoodle but she and her husband Tyler were finishing up master’s programs at BYU and Utah Valley University and couldn’t afford the hefty price tag of the average doodle. So Woolley began to research her options and discovered guardianship, a program where a person agrees to keep and look after a breeder’s dog. In exchange they are given the dog for free or for a small fee. The parties enter into a legal contract where the breeder keeps the breeding rights of the dog but then agrees to turn over ownership after the dog has a certain number of litters. In the Woolley’s case they agreed to having the dog bred three times; after the third litter the dog would then be legally theirs. They took their mini Goldendoodle home and named her Indy.

During her first heat after turning a year old, the breeder arranged for Indy to be

worker. They pulled him into their lap and started crying.”

Potential volunteers bring in their pets to see if they have the right temperament to work with people in these settings, she said. “We want them to light up when they see a person. If they don’t interact, that can make people feel worse.”

The animals go through a two to three month training to be ready to do the job then the volunteer can decide where they want to go, said Klotz. “They determine what clientele they’d work well with. For example if oncology is too painful they can choose to go somewhere else.”

Intermountain Therapy Animals started its R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistance Dogs) program in 1999. “We train the handler to give literacy support to children after school and in libraries,” Klotz said. “They work with children who are first learning to read. It helps them fall in love with reading early. Reading to a dog that doesn’t laugh or criticize for 20 minutes a week can help them go up two to four grade levels.”

Lindsey Arnold and her 5-year-old Gold-

he said. “I’m on the Political Subdivisions

Subcommittee because I previously served in a municipality. I was the mayor and on the city council. It helps to know how the state works with counties and cities. There’s been a lot of interesting bills that deal with city recorders, the county sheriffs and how local and state governments work together.”

Cutler said some of the highlights of the session were bills that were widely reported. “We had record funding for

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artificially inseminated and the dog became pregnant. Once delivery was imminent, the breeder picked her up and when it was time, oversaw the birth of five healthy puppies. Normally the breeder would then have taken Indy and the puppies for six weeks. In this case, since it was in the middle of the pandemic, for a fee (the cost of one puppy from a future litter). the Woolleys agreed to care for both Indy and the puppies until they could leave their mother.

Then later that year Tyler Woolley was offered a job in Memphis, Tenn. which the couple decided he should take. They approached the breeder with trepidation and were subsequently thrilled when she generously released them from their contract. In exchange, they agreed to forfeit the compensation they had been promised for caring for the litter.

Last fall, looking for another income stream, the Woolleys decided to have Indy bred and become what is known as “backyard breeders,” essentially unlicensed breeders. They had Indy bred through a private insemination service and in November a litter of five puppies was born. They sold four of the five puppies but decided to keep the smallest puppy of the litter, Theo, after he experienced medical problems due

en Retriever Milo have been visiting Benchmark Behavioral Health, a treatment center for teenage boys, since June. “It’s been really rewarding to see how much Milo enjoys it when we go see the boys,” she said. “He just knows who needs him. One time this young boy was in a bad mood when he came into the (therapy) room. Milo got up and laid by the boy’s feet and he started petting his head. It was sweet how Milo read into the boy’s emotions.”

Bob Albrecht has been a volunteer for 10 years. First with his dog Daisy before she passed away and now with his dog Lily. “I visit Primary Children’s every Wednesday morning and alternate with the airport and retirement facilities,” he said. “I walk around the concourse and look for families with children or people who are frustrated with their schedule. Dogs can have a relaxing, calming effect on people.”

Albrecht said he has had many meaningful experiences at Primary Children’s Hospital. “The impact on these children is remarkable. One 5-year-old girl had had heart surgery two days prior to my visit. Lily came up and put her paws on the bed. Her mother said that’s the first time in four days that she

education for public schools and at the same time provided options with the ‘Utah fits all’ scholarship. We spent a record amount on infrastructure and optimizing our water resources.”

A tax cut was one of the biggest issues, he said. “Part of the package was to benefit every Utah family. Everyone will receive some kind of tax break. It’s the biggest in Utah’s history.”

It wasn’t all work during the 45-day session though. “The rural legislators are really fun,” said Cutler. “The funnest part of the session was called the ‘silly bill’

to an oversensitive digestive tract. To help ensure a smooth adoption, the Woolleys developed an application process which helped prospective puppy parents realize just how much of a commitment it would be and how much work would be involved after bringing a puppy home.

Woolley recommends that those considering becoming guardians or breeding their doodles themselves thoroughly research all the possibilities. Their guardianship was a positive experience for them because they had a clearly delineated contract, they had a good relationship with the breeder, and they were lucky to work with a breeder who allowed them out of that contract when they needed to move across the country.

Although they are happy they bred Indy themselves, they found that caring for the puppies was a lot more work than they had anticipated. When Theo experienced his medical problems the vet recommended they euthanize him. Instead, the Woolleys decided to nurse him themselves. While his issues resolved themselves over several weeks, during that time Theo had to be held upright at all times and required round the clock care. His unexpected health problems also meant veterinarian bills of close to

$500 they had not planned on.

“I’m glad we did it, but I would not do it again,” Ashling Woolley said of the breeding/adoption process. “You can do it super easy, but I looked at the regular breeders and decided I wanted to do more. We wanted to keep up with the big breeders by providing extra services.”

“I wanted to potty train and to start doing obedience training with the puppies,” she said. “I also wanted to make sure they were really well socialized, so we did a lot of extra things to make that happen.”

The Woolleys also discovered that the market for doodles in Tennessee is not as strong as in Utah. While they were able to find homes for the four they decided to sell, they did not realize the same profits they would have if they had sold them in Utah. They also received unexpected negative responses on social media from people who did not feel they should have bred their dog. Although everyone’s experience will be different, someone contemplating breeding their doodle, or any dog, themselves should be prepared for unexpected problems, they learned.l

smiled.”

Three weeks later they came back, he said. “The nurse asked if we would visit one of the rooms and when we went in it was the same little girl. She said ‘it’s Lily, it’s Lily.’

that would designate the state mushroom. Rep. Scott Chew asked to remove the word mushroom and replace it with mustache –making fun of his mustache.”

Several of the legislators started growing beards during the session, Cutler said. “On the last night at the dinner they had shaved their beards and left really horrible looking mustaches.”

That’s what’s great about Utah State legislators, he said. “We can have different opinions but we know each other, we’re friends and respect each other. We can have policy differences but it’s not personal.

She started hugging and kissing her. It was a wonderful experience. It’s truly remarkable the healing influence of a dog.” l

Because we consider each other as friends, it’s easier to work across the aisle. You can disagree with someone on a policy without attacking them personally.”

Utah has one of the shortest sessions in the country at 45 days, said Cutler. “It allows us to focus on what’s most important and not get distracted by other issues.” Cutler said having gone through one session he’ll be better prepared next time. “It’s been a great opportunity to serve. I’m so honored. It’s a privilege to represent the good families of Davis County.”l

CUTLER: Continued from pg. 1

A VISIT FROM A DOG brings a smile to this little patient’s face.

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THERAPY: Continued from pg. 1

THEO, THE SMALLEST OF A LITTER of mini Goldendoodles, started out life with some health problems.

ASHLING AND TYLER WOOLLEY, pictured, bred their mini Goldendoodle Indy last fall. She gave birth to a litter of five puppies.

More than a pet –they're part of the family

laila Owner: Dennis family

penny

Owner: Natalie Krall griz Owner: Folsom family

Atlas Owner: Xavie Augenblick

MAbel

Owner: Christine Christensen

nikki Owner: Jennifer Perry

chance Owner: pro family

Owner:grizleaeann Becky wood

brian Owner: Karen Kennington

goldie

ellie Owner: bailey family

sophie Owner: bailey family

oscar Owner: hubbard family

frank Owner: hubbard family

toby Owner: Colton Mittelstaedt

BLAST FROM THE PAST

News stories from yesteryear in Davis County

Compiled by Alisha Copfer

1923

At an important meeting of baseball enthusiasts held here in the school building, a few days ago, directors of the club which will enter the league were elected. It was the general opinion at the meeting that a stronger county league could be maintained by using but four teams, instead of eight, as was done last year.

1933

The most popular pedigreed dogs in America are: Boston terriers, wirehaired fox terriers, cocker spaniels, chows, Scottish terriers, Pekinese.

1943

The Service Star Mothers of Bountiful, has sponsored the making of a Red Cross flag, which has been completed and hung from the window at the Red Cross room in the Bountiful city hall.

1953

Federal water projects reported record gains last year. Crops grown on federal irrigated lands last year were

power were also produced.

1963

The Bountiful Amateur Radio club is going to sponsor a 36-week course in basic electronic theory and morse code. Completion of the course should lead to an amateur radio operators license.

1973

Home occupations are alive and thriving in Bountiful with everything from selling rocks to legal counseling. If they are complying with the city ordinance they should not detract from the quality of the neighborhood.

1983

Utah National Guard responded last week to help stop slippage of a hillside in the Compton Bench area of Farmington. The Guard is expected to be on the scene about 10 days helping to install a membrane drainage system to prevent further erosion of the hill which could eventually damage a nearby street and city utilities. The State has allocated $25,000 to the project and Farmington is paying

Sneaky pup tries to escape

Owner: Karen Kennington

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

March 13-19

Beyond Books: Decluttering

Your Home

Monday, March 13, 7-8 p.m.

Centerville Branch Library, 45 S. 400

West

Simple Treasures Spring

Boutique

March 14-18, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Legacy Events Center, 151 S. 1100

West, Farmington

Springfields Festival Gardens

Tulips In Bloom

March 15-17

438 E. 1200 North, Layton

Aunt Hannah’s Trunk

Pioneer Preschool Activity Hour

Wednesday, March 15, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Whitaker Museum, 168 N. Main St.,

Centerville

March Davis Chamber

Luncheon Hill Air Force Base

Update

Thursday, March 16, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Boondocks, 525 Deseret Dr., Kaysville

Matilda: The Musical

March 17-April 15

CenterPointe Legacy Theatre

525 N. 400 W., Centerville

Celtic Celebration

Friday March 17, 7 p.m.

Peery’s Egyptian Theater 2415 Washington Blvd, Ogden

Peter and the Starcatcher

Friday, March 17-April 8, 7:30

On Pitch Performing Arts Center

587 N. Main St., Layton

Farmington Police release body cam footage of fatal shooting

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

FARMINGTON—Farmington Police

Chief Eric Johnsen allowed the media, during a press conference held Wednesday, to view the body camera footage of the officer involved shooting of a 25-yearold man on March 1.

The video shows the dash camera of a Farmington Police officer as he pulls over the driver of a vehicle that had an illegitimate license plate. The driver, later identified as Chase Allan, went into the parking lot of the Farmington Post Office. When the officer approached and asked for ID, Allan rolled down the window slightly and refused to comply asserting his independence from the laws of the land and his belief that he was not required to provide information to the officer or required to cooperate.

At that point, the officer called for assistance while continuing to give Allan information and options but he would still not comply.

The officer’s body-worn camera shows Allan holding his cell phone up to the window. “Then he transfers it from the right hand to the left,” said Johnsen. “A holster is observed on his hip with his right hand near the holster and he makes a flex movement.”

After repeated attempts to get Allan to comply, the officer opens the door to remove him from the vehicle. At that time an observing officer yelled out the words “gun, gun, gun!” A short struggle took place then the tape shows several officers

firing at the suspect and car.

After Allan is pulled from the car, Johnsen pointed out on the video that an empty holster is visible on his right hip and a gun is visible on the floorboard of the vehicle under the seat. “Officers are trained to use deadly force if they feel there is imminent danger to themself or someone else,” said Johnsen. “The officer had know idea what was about to happen. In my opinion the way they handled it was absolutely appropriate.”

It has been widely reported that the officers were told to shut off their body cameras after the incident. “The incident was well over,” said Johnsen. “I’ve worked on protocol teams and shutting the camera off is simply to help investigators so they don’t have to watch every video (that doesn’t apply).”

The police officer made a lawful traffic stop, he said. “It changed from a discussion to a combative situation then we see things go in a really tragic direction.”

Johnsen said the five officers involved have been impacted by the incident. “They’re impacted, all of us are but they’re doing alright. The department has a mental health group if they need it. It’s paid for by the city. I don’t know if they’ve used it but I'm confident they are aware of it.”

Johnsen said he has full confidence in his officers. “It’s a tragic ending to what started out as an everyday traffic stop.”

The Davis County Critical Incident Protocol team is investigating the incident. l

Woods Cross officer arrested in domestic violence incident

SYRACUSE—A Woods Cross Police Officer was arrested over the weekend for allegedly choking a woman in Syracuse and punching a dresser during an argument.

Austin James Strong, 32, was charged on suspicion of aggravated assault, a third-degree felony and Criminal mischief, a class A misdemeanor.

Compiled by Peri Kinder

All Shook Up: School Edition

Friday, March 17, 7 p.m.

Saturday, March 18, 2 and 7 p.m. Clearfield Arts Community Center 140 Center St., Clearfield

Maple Tapping Workshop

Friday, March 17, 1-3 p.m., FREE USU Weber County Office 1181 N. Fairgrounds Dr., Ogden, Ut 84404

Small Stage Series: Dylan

Clough

Friday, March 17, 6 and 8 p.m., FREE Davis Arts Council, 445 N. Wasatch Dr., Layton

Palate Gourmet Grand Opening

Saturday, March 18, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Station Park 225 N. East Promontory, Farmington

Free Indoor Barre Class

Saturday, March 18, 11 a.m.

Roosters Brewing 748 Heritage Park Blvd. Suite 101, Layton

Virtual Flight Experience

Saturday, March 18

Reserve spots between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Purchase tickets at Aerospaceutah.org

Hill Aerospace Museum, 7961 Cottonwood St., Bldg. 1955 Hill Air Force Base

Syracuse police responded to a call by the woman who said she got into an argument with Strong and he punched a dresser, damaging it, according to charging documents.

The woman also told police that Strong choked her and left a mark on her neck. In the charging documents the Syracuse officer said he was “able to see marks on the victim’s neck that were consistent with being choked.”

Strong gave the officers permission to look in the bedroom and the officer said he could see the damage to the dresser, the affidavit said.

According to the Woods Cross Police Strong was placed on administrative leave.

Free tax preparation

AARP is offering free tax preparation at the South Davis Senior Center. Appointments will be made on Mondays

starting at 9 a.m. to noon and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call DeVon at 801-292-1389.

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FARMINGTON POLICE body-worn camera footage shows officers surrounding the suspect’s car. Video capture provided by FPD

Making a difference, one book at a time

By Alisha Copfer alisha.c@davisjournal.com

FARMINGTON—Standing up to bullies is hard to do. It’s even harder when you’re a kid, and that bully is an adult. Matilda, played by Olive Eggett in Farmington’s rendition of Matilda Jr. the Musical, is born into a family that often neglects her and does not take her seriously. She is left to fend for herself, so at the age of four, she teaches herself how to read and consumes every book she can find at the local library.

“She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her school teacher, the highly lovable Miss Honey,” said a recent Facebook post from Farmington Community Art Center. “Matilda’s school life isn’t completely smooth sailing, however – the school’s mean headmistress hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don’t abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts and could be the school pupils’ saving grace!”

The headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, played by Olivia Bawden, is a cruel woman who terrorizes the students at the school. Matilda uses her powers to help Miss Honey, played by Kaylie Uzelac, and her classmates.

“It takes a lot of teamwork, and we’ve put a lot of effort into it the past few weeks,” said Beckham Gurman, who plays

By Cindi Mansell c.mansell@mycityjournals.com

Bruce, one of Matilda’s classmates. The cast consists of nearly 40 kids of various ages who all work together to make the show happen.

“They have this really great workshop knowledge of a million musicals,” said Farmington City’s Arts & Special Events Coordinator, Tia Uzelac. Tia said that each child who participates in these musicals has the opportunity to stay with the theater for about 10 years. Over these years, they can gain knowledge about the different aspects that go into the performing arts.

“Whether we’re in it or not, we’re always helping, even with concessions, we’re always here,” said Kaylie.

Matilda Jr., the Musical runs from March 22 to March 25 at the Farmington Community Art Center located at 120 S. Main Street, Farmington. Showtimes are Wednesday through Saturday at 7 p.m., and a Saturday Matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets are available for $7 online at parksandrec. farmington.utah.gov/theater-youth and $8 at the door.

Along with the play, the theater is running a literacy and reading book drive.

“We’ve asked each cast member to donate their favorite book, and they will write a book review on a bookmark, and we’re going to donate that as well as we’re going to ask the patrons to donate a book,” said Megan Champion, the show’s director. All donated books will be given to the House of Hope in Salt Lake City. l

day they put on his vest in the morning and leave home.

“Walter is excited to go to work and just as excited to go home at night.”

The general therapeutic benefits dogs supply humans have been well-researched over the years.

Kaysville’s very own “Walter the Therapy Dog” is just over two years old and has already been beneficial in over 40 interviews or situations. The idea for Walter came about due to the well-researched benefits dogs supply humans, particularly vulnerable people (including children and adults). Research has shown that the presence of a beloved pet or therapy animal can help a person control anxiety, regulate emotions and improve mood. Since therapy dogs are trained to be attentive to a person’s needs and offer unconditional love, they can often stabilize intense emotions.

Victim Services

Jennifer Winchester

Coordinator Jennifer Winchester is trained in psychology and social work. She serves as a Victim Advocate, connecting or providing access to resources for those navigating the legal system or experiencing trauma. She said often, victims blame themselves and the legal process takes time and can be frustrating. There can be significant psychological, financial, social, or physical damage for a victim.

“We were looking for another way to improve our response to victims of crime and having a therapy dog in the department is much like having a victim advocate,” Winchester said. When police respond to a call for service, it is not typically a joyous or fun occasion, and they often find people coping with the most challenging time of their

lives. This is where Walter steps in. His specialized training allows him to pick up on emotions or stress during the investigation process and helps victims remain calm and comfortable during interviews. Depending on the victim and their needs or choices, the service dog certifications allow him to do a task such as “rest” or “across” when he’s applying deep pressure therapy.

Walter is done with his training and fully certified as both a therapy and service dog.Winchester said on a typical

He goes through his day offering his services as needed, at times to victims and at times to officers and staff. Some days he sits in interview rooms with victims, goes to the Criminal Justice Center to comfort victims, and has even attended an accident scene due to an unexpected death. She said Walter does so much good and receives so much attention at work that by the end of the weekend, he is sighing heavily and giving her sad/side eyes because he misses his job and is such a devoted people person.

At the end of the day, Walter is a typical dog; he loves teddy bears, watching birds and playing tug-of-war. Periodically, Winchester will let him go to a “doggy daycare” to be able to run and play and be social with other dogs. Recently, he did something to his lower back and so the department joked that “Walter had to be put on light duty.” He spent time recouping by resting peacefully under Winchester’s desk in what “used to be” her office that now looks more like Walter’s domain. She said officers will stop by daily to see Walter; the internal benefit for officers is a bonus and they love having him around the office. It’s not all work for Walter; for Halloween this year, he became “Walter-Melon” and was quite a hit at the city Trunk or Treat event. He also had one nail painted blue to participate in an awareness campaign called “Paint one Nail Blue to Stand for Victims’ Rights” with Kaysville Officers during National Crime Victims Rights Week.

Winchester was able to obtain funding through the Victim of Crime Act (VOCA), so the cost to buy Walter and pay for his training was paid for through that funding and not through city funds. Sometimes people will ask if a regular person can get themselves a Walter, said Winchester. Any dog with appropriate training and temperament could fulfill that role or become certified (some breeds are better than others in overall temperament when dealing with loud noises, touching, and feeling). Winchester said there are many studies on the associated benefits and other law enforcement entities are giving thought to this type of victim advocacy and therapy.l

THE MAIN CAST OF MATILDA, JR. pose with their best character impressions during practice.

Photo by Alisha Copfer

KAYSVILLE POLICE OFFICERS paint Walter’s nails. The therapy dog has been a popular addition to the department. Courtesy photo

‘Walter the Therapy Dog’ comforts victims, supports police officers

We were looking for another way to improve our response to victims of crime and having a therapy dog in the department is much like having a victim advocate.

Merlin works his magic to become part of the family

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

BOUNTIFUL—Bringing home a dog is a lot of responsibility but once they’re there – they’re family. The Holbrooks are first-time dog owners and in the beginning they wondered if they’d made a mistake getting their English bulldog Merlin.

“All the time I was growing up I had a dog,” said Taylor Holbrook. “My wife had never had a dog so it was a big change for her. At first I wasn’t sure we could do this and thought ‘should we return him?’ My wife was crying saying ‘what did we do?’”

Holbrook said they decided it wouldn’t be fair not to keep him. “We could be good dog owners and give him a good home. Before he was sitting in a kennel a lot of the time. The owner wanted him to be around a family who loved him.”

Merlin’s original owner was a breeder and she decided to keep him from one of the litters. “But then she moved to Indianapolis and couldn’t take him with her,” said Holbrook. “She put him up for guardianship on Facebook and we messaged her and got him the same day.”

Guardianship is where the prospective owner either pays nothing or a small fee to take the breeder's dog but they still have rights to it. Some guardianship arrangements are until a female has a

certain number of litters or for males how many times they can breed.

“I always wanted an English bulldog,” said Holbrook. “But they’re expensive. Essentially we own him but occasionally we have to take him to a canine fertility place to breed. We got Merlin for free and we’re paid some money to take him to the breeding place.”

Holbrook said at first his wife was kind of against an English bulldog, he said. “But when she saw him she fell in love. He has a good demeanor and doesn’t take a lot of activity. We walked him a lot and he used to just lay down in the snow. Now we go on long walks as a family and that has been really, really nice.”

Merlin does shed a lot, said Holbrook. “We vacuum a lot. The Rumba is always running so that’s kept the hair under control. He also slobbers a lot. We have to use a hand towel to wipe his mouth after he drinks. The slobber gets everywhere. You also have to clean between his folds daily so they don’t get infected. He’s high maintenance but low maintenance (in other ways.)”

The Holbrooks have boys that are 7 and 9 years old and they’re a part of Merlin’s care too. “My oldest is paid to do all the walking and my youngest helps a lot too. It’s good. It teaches them responsibility that this is a living creature that needs to be taken care of.”

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By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

ering getting a pet should realize what it takes. “It's a serious decision. You should give some thought about it. It’s a huge investment and you’ve got to have the dog be part of your family. It can’t just be outside and sit in a kennel, that’s not good for them.”

Dogs give love like no other, he said.

“Merlin loves, loves, loves. He loves my wife more than anyone else. He sits by you and wants to be by you. Dogs make great companions. They bring you light and happiness. Merlin is part of the family now.” l

Dog grooming business comes to your doorstep

WEST POINT—Don’t have time to take that pup to a groomer? No worries, Bailey Butler will bring her mobile grooming trailer right to the front door. Butler started Happy Tails Mobile Pet Grooming in 2020 and business is booming.

“It’s busy,” she said. “There are too many dogs and not enough groomers. During COVID people bought puppies so now we have a groomer shortage.”

Butler and her father came up with the idea in 2019 then started to build out the trailer, said Butler. “We’ve been on the road ever since. I’m working on getting a van too so I can expand and hire more groomers.”

Clients make an appointment and Butler comes to their house, gets the dog and grooms them in the trailer. “I get them bathed, cut their nails, etc.,” she said. “I have a generator, water tanks, tub and table so I don’t have to do it in their house.”

Butler started grooming dogs in 2018 as a side job during college. “I was working at a doggy daycare part time but once I was trained I went full time. I found that I liked it and decided to make a career change and go into grooming. I knew I wanted to start my own business.”

The overhead is lower than a shop, she said. “I sold my car and other things and bought the truck trailer.”

Happy Tails offers full service grooming, said Butler. “I do nails, baths,

hair cuts, hair dye – pretty much anything the client wants as long as it’s safe for the dog. That’s our main concern is the safety of the dog.”

Some dogs can be difficult, she said.

“The first couple of times can be stressful. But I take the time that I need to. It can be two hours, four hours, however long it takes me. I go slow if a dog is scared or anxious and try to calm them.”

Butler takes five to six dogs a day.

“I’m usually booked out about a month to a month and a half. Some clients book for the year.”

Prices vary depending on the service,

BUTLER IN FRONT OF HER MOBILE trailer that has all of the supplies needed for grooming. Courtesy photos

she said. “Smaller pups start out at $52 and go up from there. We groom all kinds of dogs but we have an 85 pound weight limit.”

This is so much fun, said Butler. “If you ever need a career change, consider

this. It’s so rewarding.”

For more information or to schedule an appointment visit happytailsutah. com. l

MERLIN IS A 2-YEAR-OLD English bulldog that has become a Bountiful family’s best friend.

Photos by Roger V. Tuttle

BAILEY BUTLER GROOMS a dog in her mobile truck trailer. Butler’s business Happy Tails Mobile Pet Grooming brings services to the client’s home.

OPINION

Success isn’t easy but working hard can get you there

With rising prices and uncertain economic predictions, it is not uncommon to hear Utahns mutter how hard it seems to “get ahead”; indeed, a significant portion of young adults question whether they will ever have the financial stability of their parents.

Let’s get the answer from billionaire Warren Buffet: “It is foolish to bet against American!” One can argue, in fact, that now is a great time to “get ahead” since extra income from part-time “second jobs” is easily available due to a worker shortage.

Granted, it’s easier to succeed financially if you are raised by upper-income parents. As my wife points out in her baseball analogy, you’re more likely to score at home plate if you already start on third base. But several examples below show different routes from people who weren’t born to advantages.

Take Ronald Read, for example. He worked as a janitor at JC Penney and as a gas station attendant for most of his

adult life. He was willing to work extra jobs and extra hours – and when he died at age 92, he had amassed an $8 million fortune. From his meager pay stubs, he “paid himself first” and invested in the stock market. I have written before about a chance encounter with a woman in her early 30s. She had brought her young son to a busy high-end restaurant and was seated next to me at a counter. She ordered two seafood entrees and, when the boy mentioned that he wanted dessert, she told him they didn’t have enough money to cover an end-of-meal item. Intrigued that she was on a limited income but was dining at a somewhat pricey restaurant, I asked her if she had dined there before. She hadn’t, she said – but then explained further.

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at a laundromat and am a single parent. But I want to show my son that there is a different lifestyle that can come if he works hard and gets an education. I don’t want him to ‘think poor,’ so once a month when I get paid, I take him out to a nice restaurant so he can see what is possible if he is willing to work for it.”

Now, two years later, I asked him how his sales compared to what he had first anticipated.

“Hey, we have three times more customers than I ever thought,” he said. “Now I’m trying to open a second location.” And what was the most difficult task he faced?

“We don’t have much money. I work

I picked up her check – and made sure the boy got dessert too. And here’s another example. The breakfast restaurant I visit most weekdays is owned by a young man who grew up in a family with no history of entrepreneurship. He worked as a line cook for several restaurants, then took the plunge of opening a small-limited hours café. His timing was poor – he closed down a week later due to pandemic restrictions. But his work habits weren’t poor. When restrictions loosened, he reopened.

“It was getting up early in the morning,” he laughed. “People want breakfast, so I had to go to bed earlier and force myself to get my butt out of bed at 4:30 a.m.” Success isn’t easy and it is not a certainty no matter how hard one strives for it. But moaning about difficulties instead of strategizing for a better result doesn’t put a single dollar in your wallet. As the mother at the restaurant understood, it only makes you “think poor.”

Bryan Gray, a longtime Davis County resident, is a former school teacher and has been a columnist for more than 26 years in newspapers along the Wasatch Front. l

Community cats TNR program helps control the pet population

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

KAYSVILLE—Outdoor cats go by many names. Whether it’s stray, feral, street cats or community cats, some people consider them a nuisance and others treat them like a member of the family. Either way, Animal Care of Davis County has a program that traps the cats, neuters and vaccinates them then returns the cats to their original home. Called TNR, (trap, neuter, return) it is meant to keep these cats healthy while controlling the pet population.

“After we trap them we transport them to a veterinarian,” said Community Cat Officer Leyba. “We trap for the whole county anywhere there is a large colony of cats. We trap, vaccinate, fix and return them back to reduce the amount of kittens being born because it is spiraling out of control.”

Leyba said she first looks at previous kitten hotspots where they’ve found cats in the past. “We focus on those areas.”

Animal Control traps the cats but if a resident wants to do that themselves, they offer trap loans, she said. “Those are free. You can have an officer pick it up or you can bring it to us.”

The traps are humane, said Leyba. “They have a door in the back so you can slide it open to transfer the cat to a kennel. There’s a trigger plate on the front door. You put food behind it and the cat steps on the trigger plate and the door shuts. I would recommend lining it with puppy pads or newspaper.”

There are several surgery spots available, she said. “We go all over but not all veterinarians want to do it because feral cats are harder to treat because they don’t like to be touched. We also use vouchers from Best Friends.”

Vet’s schedules vary too so spay and neuter appointments can be backed up, Leyba said. “Best Friends has a list of vets you can take community cats to if you want to do it yourself.”

People bring in kittens because they’re concerned about them but they don’t bring in mom and dad, Leyba said. “If you

see kittens, call us. We need mom and we’ll keep an eye on them. We recommend not moving them until they’re walking around a little and get mom and dad so we can control the population and so they don’t run off.”

Leyba said she stays pretty busy trapping and helping people trap and telling them what to do if they have cats in the area. “It depends on the weather. Last year we saw a significant amount trapped.”

In addition to the neuter and vaccination, community cats have their ears clipped to show that they’ve already been trapped. “It’s the left ear that is barely tipped,” said Leyba. “They can't even feel it because they’re under anesthesia.”

Animal Control has a barn cat program too, she said. “If a cat can’t go back to the same situation or is not adoptable we have barn homes that have a mouse problem. People can hire them as working cats. It gives them a place that is better than where they came from. If they’re used to being outside the idea is they’ll hunt mice for you. It gives another outlet than being at the shelter.”

For more information on the community cat program visit daviscountyutah.gov/animalcare or bestfriends.org. l

Hi, my name is Nub

I have a notch in my ear because I was considered a community cat. This is a cat who doesn’t have a forever home, and is spayed or neutered, and vaccinated.

I was born in a field with my four other brothers and sisters. My mom was a stray and never had a forever home. She was a good mom and moved us quite often so she could keep us from harm. She found us a great place that some people had made for us. They made sure we had warm blankets and cover from the weather. They fed my mom and made sure we all stayed healthy.

As we got older and found our way out of the box they made for us, these people reached out to friends and family to find us forever homes.

My mom and I were the only ones left, so the people took us to the vet to make sure we had our shots and spayed through the TNR program for community cats that is offered at local animal shelters.

When I got older, mom moved on. She felt I had found a home with the people, so she could go onto another adventure.

I am so lucky to have a forever home... other than the fact the people adopted a DOG! My people call me Nub because I am a Manx mix. Manx have a stub tail. Some think that my descendants were from a rabbit and a cat... a Cabbit.

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NUB ALSEEP on the step stool.

Photo by Leta Pro

NUB WAS A COMMUNITY cat that has found a home. The cats’ ears are nipped to show that they have already been trapped, neutered and returned to where they were found.

Photo by Leta Pro

We trap, vaccinate, fix and return them back to reduce the amount of kittens being born because it is spiraling out of control.

Community Cat Officer Leyba

Chickens are the new sustainable companion

By Alisha Copfer

Having chickens as pets can be good for people who have the space and time to care for them. They are social animals and can be friendly and affectionate toward their owners. As with other animals, they are known for having unique personalities. They communicate with each other using a variety of sounds and body language, and they enjoy spending time with their flock.

Chickens are relatively easy to care for as they don’t need much attention. However, it is important to know that they have specific needs. There are many different breeds of chickens, each with unique characteristics.

“My kids enjoy having chickens as pets and have their favorite chickens,” said Brandy Hansen, who lives in West Bountiful. “Chickens are also so much fun to watch as they scratch the ground and hunt for bugs.”

Hansen’s son, Caleb, owns a flock of eight chickens. The chicken breeds include Golden Sex Link, Bovan Brown, Black Maran, Black Sex Link, Leghorn and Polish. “When COVID hit in early 2020, Caleb wanted chickens,” said Hansen. “I was not for it and told him he would have to be responsible for them and buy everything, and he did.”

Caleb’s chicken flock goes through about a bag and a half of feed a month; a bag of feed is about $20, Hansen said. “You also have to factor in all the start-up supplies. When they’re babies, you have to have a light to keep them warm, then a coop, a water source and a feeder. We have also spent money on hay to put on their coop floor for warmth. Someone in our city

gave us their old coop, and we set it up, and my son bought his chickens.”

While the Hansen family seems to enjoy having pet chickens, there are downsides. “One of the negative things about our chickens is they have a coop that needs to be opened and closed every day, meaning someone has to let them out every morning and lock them up every night (so they don’t get eaten),” said Hansen. “Oh, and they poop a lot and everywhere!”

One of the most obvious benefits of owning chickens is having a steady supply of fresh eggs. “A lot of people think that having chickens is the way to go right now with egg prices being super high,” said Hansen. “But I don’t think people realize how much work and money go into getting and raising chickens.”

Hansen says that getting eggs is definitely the best perk of having chickens. However, “you have to realize that they don’t lay eggs during the winter,” she said. “The taste and color are unmatched. And, when we can’t use all the eggs we get, we sell them or give them away.”

If someone is looking to get chickens, Hansen said they should research what breed of chickens they want and if they want to have eggs as a benefit. Different breeds lay different sizes and colors and at different frequencies. “Some chickens are egg machines and will give you more eggs than other breeds.”

She also warns about researching health issues that may occur. “Chickens, like any animal, will get sick and have problems,” said Hansen. “Do research before so you know what to expect.”

Chickens can be susceptible to various health issues, such as respiratory infections and parasites. It’s important to monitor chickens for signs of illness and schedule regular check-ups with a veterinarian specializing in poultry. l

Turtles are fun, but may not be right for first-time pet owner

By Alisha Copfer alisha.c@davisjournal.com

Fromthe common slider to the elusive leatherback, turtles, tortoises and terrapins don’t get the attention they deserve. While having a leatherback turtle as a pet is illegal and impractical, there are several species that are available as pets here in Utah. It is important to know that taking turtles from the wild as pets is illegal in Utah, and it is also illegal to transport or possess turtles that are protected under state and federal laws.

The most common species of turtle to have as a pet is the slider. These turtles are aquatic and require large tanks with fresh water and features they can climb on and burrow under. They also require an enclosure with a suitable temperature range, lighting and a basking area to maintain their health. Slider turtles also need a variety in their diet that includes both animals and plants; they love goldfish and mealworms. Red-eared sliders have a distinctive red or orange stripe on both sides of their head, which gives them their name. They can grow up to 12 inches long and, with the

proper care, can live up to 30 years.

Another commonly kept species is the box turtle. One of the fun facts about these turtles is that they are the only known turtles that can completely close themselves into their shells. This is due to their hinged plastron (bottom shell) that can be pulled up to close off the opening of the shell. While only some species of box turtles are native in Utah, they are often purchased as pets.

In Utah, the most common tortoise species kept as pets is the Russian Tortoise. This small tortoise is popular due to its hardiness and ease of care. Russian tortoises typically grow to be between 6 to 10 inches long and require dry enclosures. These tortoises primarily feed on grasses and other plants. As a pet, they should be fed a diet consisting of a variety of leafy greens, vegetables and fruits. Russian tortoises have a long lifespan and can live for over 50 years when cared for properly.

Owners should know that turtles are relatively intelligent. Scientists have discovered that turtles can learn to navigate mazes better than rats, can be taught to perform basic tasks and have even demonstrated long-term memory functions. When buying a turtle as a pet, owners need to understand that the turtle or tortoise is likely to have a long life. This means that they are going to be a significant commitment. The turtle’s

lifespan will depend on the species, but the average turtle can live between 20 and 30 years, with some living more than 40 years.

It’s important to note that turtles, tortoises and terrapins can carry the salmonella bacteria, which can cause illness in humans, especially young children. Therefore, it’s important to take proper hygiene precautions, such as washing hands after handling the turtle or its habitat.

Turtles, especially those four inches and smaller, commonly carry the Salmonella bacteria on their outer skin and shell surfaces. So, surfaces such as countertops, tabletops and carpeting can also become contaminated with the bacteria. Proper handling and hygiene practices are extremely important in preventing the spread of Salmonella. Turtles of any size can carry the bacteria in their droppings even if they look healthy and clean. These germs can easily spread to their bodies, tank water and anything in the area where they live and roam. So, always make sure to wash surfaces and anything that the turtle touches frequently.

Turtles are not recommended as pets for children younger than 5, adults aged 65 and older and people with weakened immune systems. These people are more likely to get a serious illness from germs that turtles can carry. l

HAIR IS EVERYWHERE

CALEB HANSEN holds several of his flock of chickens.

Photo by Brandy Hansen

AN AFRICAN SIDENECK TURTLE, this one named Avocado, is a popular pet choice due to its size and quirky personality.

Photo by Alisha Copfer

SPORTS

WIN

BOUNTIFUL GIRLS STATE BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

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High and Springville High girls basketball teams were among the top two 5A squads all season so it seemed fitting that the Redhawks and the Red Devils played for the state championship. Bountiful beat the defending state champions 41-39 March 4 at Weber State University to claim the trophy for themselves.

By Catherine Garrett c.garrett@mycityjournals.com

“I’m so proud of the girls for what they’ve done all year long,” said head coach Joel Burton. “They were tough and gritty and survived playing some really high quality teams at state. It feels awesome.”

The title game went down to the wire with Redhawks senior Lizzy McConkie hitting a key three-pointer to tie the game before freshman Milika Satuala hit the eventual game winner with just seconds left in the contest as Bountiful prevailed. Despite a close game throughout, Springville had the upper hand much of the way as the Red Devils led by as many as nine points with two minutes left in the third quarter.

“Winning state was such a surreal moment – to play a team like Springville and beat them while playing with my sister [Taylor], my dad [assistant Tony] and my amazing team is something I will never forget,” said senior Jordyn Harvey.

“We worked so hard to get here and it feels weird that we don’t have to go to practice now after school, but it also feels completed,” said sophomore Taylor Harvey. “This was the best way to end the season, and sharing this with my sister and my dad just made it a hundred times better. It will be one big giant memory that we will all remember.”

Satuala, who was named to the All-Tournament Team, came up big in her first high school postseason tournament with 16 points while Tournament Most Valuable Player Taylor Harvey added 10 points in the championship game. The duo also combined for 12 rebounds to lead the team.

“Milika just finds a way and really stepped up when she needed to and has done that all season. She is the best freshman in the state,” Burton said. “Taylor was facing a double and triple team much of the game and so in the end we were really working to get a good shot late. We always say that when you’re open, you have to take the shot and we’ll live with the result.”

Burton noted the key that senior leadership – particularly with forward Jordyn Harvey – played in the team’s state championship win. “She only scored two points, but they were huge points. But, she didn’t force anything and instead kept everyone loose with her calming influence,” he said.

“My role has always been to help bring energy and help my team in every way possible either by doing things in the game like scoring, rebounding, playing hard on defense or by supporting my team, bringing energy and having everyone’s back,” said Jordyn Harvey.

Several of the Redhawks players were also part of the BHS soccer team who lost in the 5A state championship and the volleyball squad who lost in the semis this past fall. Burton said that while he is not glad those teams lost, it certainly provided additional motivation for his players to finish out the season on top. “That really left our girls hungry and they wanted to finish as champions,” he said, adding that the postgame locker room celebration that left him soaked was well worth it.

In the state quarterfinals March 1, Bountiful beat Highland 65-59, battling back from a close game and being down by as much as seven points to end the game with a 21-13 showing in the fourth quarter.

Taylor Harvey scored 21 points while McConkie added 12 and Jordyn Harvey had nine points and eight rebounds.

Against Skyline in the semis March 3, the Redhawks won 41-34. The game went back and forth through three quarters with Bountiful outscoring the Eagles 12-7 to end the game.

The Harvey sisters combined for 23 points with Jordyn Harvey leading on the glass with nine rebounds to reach the state championship game.

“All of that passion and hard work through the season unfolded in the locker room before each game,” said Taylor Harvey. “I could see it in everyone’s eyes how much they wanted this win. And I think that was the difference between winning state or losing – passion for the game.”

Also on the 2022-23 squad who went 23-1 this season in bringing Bountiful its first state championship as a 5A team were seniors Claire Cook, Morgan Terry and Hayley Smith; juniors Elsie Burton, Elli Buys, Ellyse Kessler, Savannah Stewart, Melissa Turpin, Daisy Williams, Summer Willis and Megan Youngberg; sophomores Ellen Davis, Isabeau Hoff, Mae Johnson, Anna Larson, Eliza Naegle, Abby Orme and Sayu Yamashita; and freshmen Charlotte Johnson, Milika Satuala and Adelaide Stevenson.

“The journey was a tough, but fun journey,” said Jordyn Harvey. “Every practice we focused on what we needed to be better at and every girl on the team came to practice and worked hard because we all had the same goal of winning state in mind. We understood that even in tough moments we would only use it to make us stronger.”

Burton was assisted by Tony Harvey, Kendal Ludwig and Sheridan Graham on the coaching staff this year.

Davis’ Coleman Atwater (1) shoots a Free Throw during the Quarter-Final Round of 6A State Boys Basketball Tournament play at Weber State University. The Darts barely missed their target losing to the Knights 54 - 52.

Photo by Josh Wood

JORDYN HARVEY (5) CUTS the net after the Bountiful Girls won the State 5A Basketball Championship at Weber State University March 4.

Photos by Roger V. Tuttle

CLAIRE COOK (11) reaches in for the ball against Springville’s Madi Galbraith (4).

Kid’s Corner

By Alisha Copfer alisha.c@davisjournal.com

Mrs. Miller’s afternoon kindergarten class at Meadowbrook Elementary was asked, “If you could have any pet you wanted, what would it be?”

John and Aleki both want turtles. Aleki also wants a fish. Martha and Blake both want birds, while Lani wants a toucan.

Blake also wants a horse, along with Zoe. Chace, Charlie and Waylon all want cats. Mrs. Miller said she wants a bunny or a baby shark, the kind that are the size of a small fish. Isla and Parker both want dogs. Mason wants a hedgehog, Isaiah wants a rat, David wants a pigeon and Kaz wants an alligator. Other pet ideas included Noah wanting a bat, Danny-Joe wanting a pig, Elani wanting a guinea pig, Leo wanting a snake and Andres wanting a monkey. l

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and Connext representatives along with city council members and staff brave the weather during a groundbreaking for the fiber project.

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Connext breaks ground on Fruit Heights fiber project

By Cindi Mansell c.mansell@mycityjournals.com

As the locally owned and operated fiber specialist Connext continues to expand fiber infrastructure across Northern Utah, they officially broke ground in Fruit Heights on Feb. 22. The groundbreaking festivities were held during the heavy snow event that day in conjunction with the city’s monthly council meeting. City residents and council members braved the storm to take part in this historic occasion. Connext officials hosted an open forum in the council chambers immediately following the groundbreaking, giving residents the opportunity to learn more about Connext and their fiber installation process. The Fruit Heights City fiber project will bring the speed and reliability of fiber optic internet to over 2,700 households across the city. This is only a portion of a much larger initiative that Connext is embarking on that will ultimately connect residents to fiber internet from Box Elder County south through the Salt Lake Valley.

“We're excited to be starting in Fruit Heights,” Connext CEO David Brown said. “We have had amazing community involvement. The level of excitement at the groundbreaking, even with the weather, was an indicator of the support we are receiving across the community. We

are looking forward to getting everyone connected.”

The initial project construction efforts will commence in the neighborhoods along Laurelwood Dr. west of I-89 and expand both north and south from there. These areas were selected for the infrastructure construction to begin first as the residents showed the highest level of interest. Fruit Height residents are encouraged to visit Connext’s website at connextbroadband. com/fruit-heights-fiber to submit their information. This will allow the Connext team to gauge interest levels in each neighborhood as construction will progress next in the areas where the interest is highest.

The Connext organization is investing directly in the Northern Utah communities the management and staff call home. The team handles all aspects of the project inhouse from concept to execution. From engineering, to design, to build out, Connext is installing the region-wide fiber network at no cost to the residents or cities where they are working.

The new fiber infrastructure will deliver residents internet speeds of over 1 gbps with a symmetrical connection that offers the same speed for both uploading and downloading with no data caps. This will allow users to download songs in seconds and a full-length HD movie in minutes. l

MRS. MILLER’S AFTERNOON kindergarten class at Meadowbrook Elementary.

Photo by Eloise Miller

Tips for a healthy pet

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

BOUNTIFUL—What’s the key to keeping a pet healthy? Bountiful Animal Hospital veterinary assistant Hunter Martin has a few recommendations that every pet owner should know.

“Starting at six to eight weeks puppies need their Distemper/parvo vaccine then continue for the next few weeks for three to four total,” said Martin. “Then the next one will be in one year. They should also have annual exams.”

Heart worm medication is really important year round, she said. “Mosquitoes can lodge into their hearts. Even if they’re only outside to go to the bathroom they should have heartgard. It also prevents ringworm.”

Martin recommends dog food such as Purina and Iams. “Start dogs out with beef and chicken,” she said. “If they have an allergy to that, go with salmon.

If you have already started a food you don’t need to switch unless it’s a problem for them. Most dog food has a chart for feeding based on the dog’s weight range. Feed them the right amount and if they gain weight get them to lose it because it can cause arthritis and diabetes.”

Avoid foods that are heavily seasoned

like onions or garlic, said Martin. “Also grapes and chocolate. A little steak is not as big of a concern as long it’s not the only thing the dog is eating.”

Keep them active, she said. “Walk them daily or at least once a week. It depends on the dog.”

Puppies can safely be spayed at four months, she said. “But we prefer waiting until nine months. They can be neutered at six months.”

Bountiful Animal Hospital offers boarding as well. “It’s $19 per dog per day,” said Martin. “A smaller cage is $18. Some dogs run right into boarding and some want to avoid it because more dogs might be stressful. Feeding is the biggest concern because it may cause them to vomit or have diarrhea from the stress.”

Martin recommends brushing your dog’s teeth three to four times a week. “They build up tartar that can cause an infection in their mouth and they can get lethargic because of that. Even when you’re brushing, tartar can build up so

Cornerstone trains dogs – and people

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

KAYSVILLE—Jason Robbins has been training animals all his life. Some have been very unusual like cats, chickens and even frogs. So when it comes to dogs, he knows what he’s doing.

Robbins owns Cornerstone Dog Training in Kaysville that opened seven years ago. “I wanted to help people with their relationship with their dog,” he said. “They have a dream of wh at they want but instead it’s a nightmare. They struggle with things like biting, etc. We take those hard cases.”

Cornerstone started out as a side business, said Robbins. “I did it to support my teaching habit. I was a seminary teacher. I loved to help people and through the process a year or so ago i t felt right to go full time (training). I have eight kids and I was able to be at home more.”

Robbins has developed his own training program. “A lot of dogs have the same issues,” he said. “It’s a two month program and they change amazingly in two months. It is every other week that they come in person and then in between there’s video training for owners. When they come back we see what they worked on and if we need to tweak anything.”

Cornerstone trains puppies all the way up to older dogs, said Robbins. “They’re never too old. You can teach an old dog new tricks.”

It’s awesome to watch dogs change, he said. “You can’t change genetics but you can change behaviors. People think aggression is the hardest but fear and anxiety is harder. If they’re fearful or panicky there is an art and science to that.”

Most of the trainers at Cornerstone are former clients, said Robbins. “Your relationship with the trainer is important. You need to find a trainer you gel with. You have to trust that the person in front of you can help you.”

Robbins has facilities in Kaysville, Saratoga Springs and Mansfield, Ohio. “We have membership videos that go across the world that you can buy online and work anywhere.”

Once a dog finishes the training owners have access to group lessons forever, he said. “They always have access and don’t have to pay. You’re part of the family after you graduate.”

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Davis

Davis’ tremendous season – where they spent much of the year ranked in the top five – ended in the 6A state semifinals, losing to Skyridge 49-36.

The teams were tied at 14-all at the end of the first quarter but the Darts managed just 14 points through the next two quarters – while giving up 29 to the Falcons – as the

MADIE MEACHAM works with one of the dogs in the Cornerstone training program. Owner Jason Robbins has seen a lot of success in the two month system.

Dogs are cool animals, said Robbins. “They don’t hold onto behaviors. They’ll change if you let them. People do the hard part – we train people. I like dogs and I like people.” l

game began to get out of hand and, despite outscoring Skyridge 8-6 over the final eight minutes, it wasn’t enough.

Junior Kendra Kitchen led Davis with 17 points and eight rebounds while senior Aryanna Bull and freshman Etuati T’maea also grabbed eight boards a piece.

In the quarterfinals Feb. 28, the Darts defeated Herriman 48-44, outscoring the Mustangs 12-7 coming out of halftime where the teams were tied at 24-all. That burst ultimately proved to be the difference to get Davis to the

final four.

T’maea led the Darts in scoring with 13 with junior Kate Richards adding 12 and Bull 10.

Also on the DHS team whose season record was 20-3 were juniors Maya Chino, Avery Dain, Savannah Grimm, Olivia Lifferth, Shea Miller and Maxine Van Brocklin; and sophomores Chloe Peery, Sydney Plummer, Aubrey Simons and Maki West.

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they should get a teeth cleaning. But if you’re doing it at home they won’t need it as quickly.”

When a pet passes away the hospital has different options for owners who want something to remember them by. “We can give the ashes back and they can choose a box with a velvet bag in the color they want. They can also get paw prints. Either a single or two per disc.”

For more information about tips for a healthy pet visit the hospital’s website at https://bountifulanimalhospital.com. l

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‘Heart horse’ Majestic provides magical bond

By Kerry Angelbuer k.angelbuer@mycityjournals.com

Janie Ford, a Life-Flight nurse, from Bountiful keeps a “gorgeous, big, show horse” named Majestic. She has owned this Tennessee Walker for 22 years, and considers him her “heart horse,” the soulmate you can’t live without. Her father named the horse when he gave him to her.

Recently, Janie was at her horse’s indoor/outdoor condo helping her horse with a small procedure. The horse was anesthetized and was so weak, he placed his head in her lap for some intense petting. While still a little loopy, some hay was placed in the hopper, and he was very entertaining as he tried to chew in his weakened state – he was not missing a meal no matter how tired he felt.

Ford tries to ride her horse about 15-20 minutes twice a week. Due to a fusion of his ankle about five years ago, the horse had not been ridden for a time, but has now sufficiently recovered.

Majestic is a pampered horse with her own equine chiropractor and massage therapist. He is turned out daily for some light exercise in the yard. He weighs 1,200 pounds and is all muscle. The metal fittings on his stall need to be tweaked

weekly because he leans into it. Despite his size, he is mindful of small dogs and children and really thinks that he could fit

Letting the parks go to the dogs

By Alisha Copfer alisha.c@davisjournal.com

In recent years, dog parks have become increasingly popular. They were gaining in popularity until 2020, when the pandemic forced closures. These closures affected most socializing areas, including dog parks. However, two dog parks remain in Davis County.

Dog parks offer a variety of benefits for both dogs and their owners, including physical activity, mental stimulation and socialization opportunities. “I have two border collies, and they have a lot of energy,” said Jessica Pedelty. “They’re really smart and a great way to get in shape. I’ll be running four miles a day for a long time now.”

One of the parks still available for public use is located at 2180 W. 2425 South in Woods Cross. The Foxboro Dog Park is completely fenced in and has a couple of benches where people can sit and watch their pets run and play. There isn’t any water for pets, but litter bags are available for pet owners to use. The Boy Scouts of America donated this park in 2013. The project

organizer was Marshall King, Life Scout Troop 748, and a plaque about the park is located onsite.

The other available park is located at 250 W. 1050 South in Bountiful. The Brickyard Bark Park is the most popular park among locals. There seems to always be at least one pet and owner at the park. However, the most popular time of day is around 5 p.m. when there can be upward of 30 to 40 dogs, according to Dan Danielson. He has been bringing his dog, Paityn, to the park for at least two years.

Pedelty’s dogs, Lincoln, a 1 year old, and Bella, a 2 year old, live with her only about a mile from the Brickyard Bark Park. “It’s very convenient to have the park this close,” she said.

“People come in groups; they just love to hang out,” said Steve Pollei, who owns Teddy, a 4-year-old Labradoodle. “The park brings people together.” He said that having a place to bring his dog and meet new people is nice.

“The people are probably my favorite part of this park,” said Pedelty. Lincoln and Bella also seem to enjoy meeting the different people in the park.

Socialization is another reason people take their dogs to a park. Dogs are social animals and need interaction with other

into the car and drive home with his Janie.

A judge in Davis County started mandating therapy for certain abused children, and Majestic was recruited to help out Therapy may include feeding or brushing the horse to get to know each other. Small children are always a little intimidated initially, but warm up and feel empowered as they lead or ride this huge, friendly animal. Children talk about their new friend horse around the dinner table bringing a positive focus in their lives. Majestic has presided over a bunch of birthday parties where he and the kids have the time of their lives.

Even adults can benefit from horse therapy – finding a powerful ally that gives them a sense of control and strength, that if treated well will follow them to the ends of the Earth. The COVID pandemic curtailed therapy, but Majestic still sticks his head way out of the stall looking for the next person to charm and heal. A sign on his stall reads, “Kissing Booth” so be prepared.

Ford estimates her horse costs more than $1,000 a month for upkeep. For those who think they may want to own a horse, she recommends renting a horse first, taking lessons, and making sure this pet is a good fit. For Ford, the joy of horse ownership is worth the cost. “My therapist lives in a barn,” she said. “I’m not sure I could live without that ‘magical bond.’” l

dogs and people to develop social skills and build confidence. By taking a dog to a park, they can meet other dogs and learn how to interact and play appropriately.

The Brickyard Bark Park is a wide space with about 33,000 square feet of open area for dogs to run and play. The park has litter bags available, as well as a water fountain for the dogs There is also a small children’s park adjacent to the fully fenced area for the dogs. l

JANIE FORD with her ‘soulmate’ Majestic. Ford has owned the Tennessee Walker for 22 years. Courtesy photo

THE SIGN POSTED at Brickyard Bark Park in Bountiful provides clear rules to those who utilize the space.

Photo by Alisha Copfer

TELEVISION GUIDE

Hollywood Q&A

By Adam Thomlison

TV Media

Q: I saw Mike Tyson guest star in an episode of “Law & Order: SVU” and he did a great job. Has he had any other acting roles?

A: More than you’d think, and it may have all started with “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.”

Mike Tyson, one of the most famous (and infamous) professional boxers of all time, has of course spent a lot of time on screen as himself. One such

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appearance, in the 2009 surprise-hit comedy “The Hangover,” marked a sort of transition: he played a sort of heightened version of himself, and he had to deliver lines like an actor. His performance, such as it was, was well reviewed, and it seems to have led to him getting roles as other people for a change.

The “SVU” episode you refer to, a Season 14 episode that aired in 2013, seems to have been the first time he played a character — a death-row inmate who helps the team catch a serial sexual abuser.

More characters seemed to flow from that, and now Tyson has built up a nice little resume of acting gigs.

These include a role in “Ip Man 3” (2015), part of the long-running, highgrossing martial arts franchise; and,

less predictably, in the comedy “A Madea Family Funeral” (2019).

Q: I keep hearing rumors that “Blue Bloods” is going off the air. Are they true?

A: Every show gets canceled eventually, and so this rumor will one day be true. But not today.

As of now, CBS has neither renewed nor canceled “Blue Bloods” for another season of family dinners, precinct politics and, in between, busting bad guys.

“Blue Bloods” is in the midst of its 13th season, so you had better ask a professional gambler whether that’s a factor for or against its continuation. Is it more likely to be renewed because CBS has done so 12 times already and clearly loves it? Or is it more likely canceled because, as I

said, all shows get the axe one day and this show’s luck has to run out sometime?

CBS generally issues its renewal and cancellation notices in mid-April, so we’ll know one way or another soon enough.

I’m not a gambler, but in this case I think the smart money is on another renewal. Long-running procedurals like “Blue Bloods” are a central part of CBS’s brand. And while the show’s ratings have been slipping a little, it’s no more than can be expected — it still averages six million viewers per episode, which is more than a lot of buzzier shows get. Haveaquestion?Emailusat questions@tvtabloid.com.Pleaseinclude yournameandtown.Personalreplieswill notbeprovided.

Monday

The Voice (5) KSL 7 p.m.

It’s the third night of blind auditions, and Chance the Rapper, Kelly Clarkson, Niall Horan and Blake Shelton are all competing to discover and coach the next singing phenomenon. Season 23 is the last for original coach Blake Shelton.

Perry Mason

HBO 7 p.m. 8:30 p.m.

The story continues from last week’s season premiere, which found Perry (Matthew Rhys) and Della (Juliet Rylance) pursuing civil cases instead of criminal cases. But an open-and-closed case has revealed that not all is what it seems in Los Angeles.

Tuesday

NHL Hockey

DISN 5 p.m.

The first-ever live animated NHL game airs this afternoon. As the Washington Capitals take on the New York Rangers, the telecast will feature live, real-time, animated versions of players and teams modeled after Disney’s “Big City Greens” characters.

Superman & Lois

(30) KUCW 8 p.m.

An undercover assignment reveals a deadly foe that promises to change the Kent family forever in this Season 3 premiere, and John Henry (Wolé Parks) is haunted by his doppelgänger’s past. Meanwhile, Gen. Sam Lane (Dylan Walsh) reclaims his post.

Wednesday

The Flash (30) KUCW 8 p.m.

While Barry (Grant Gustin) and Iris (Candice Patton) prepare for their new life, luck changes for those in Central City. Cecile (Danielle Nicolet) takes on a case with Allegra’s (Kayla Compton) help, and the team works with Khione (Danielle Panabaker).

Farmer Wants a Wife

(13) KSTU 8 p.m.

The farmers’ search for real, lasting love continues. Hosted by Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland fame, the reality show follows four farmers and a group of single women who have left the big city to experience life and love on the farm.

Thursday

Butchers of the Bayou

A&E 7 p.m.

This new four-part crime documentary presents the converging stories of two

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prolific serial killers who terrorized the women of Baton Rouge, La. They never met, but one seemed to know what the other was doing. The mini-series continues on Friday.

Alaska Daily

(4) KTVX 9 p.m.

When a familiar face becomes the top suspect in a case, Eileen (Hilary Swank) and Roz (Grace Dove) race to report on it first. Elsewhere, Austin (Craig Frank) and Claire (Meredith Holzman) follow Conrad Pritchard’s (John Getz) trail.

Friday Lopez vs Lopez

(5) KSL 7 p.m.

When her primos visit, Mayan (Mayan Lopez) and Quinten (Matt Shively) get a taste of what life could have been like if they had made different choices. Also, Rosie (Selenis Leyva) enlists the help of Oscar (Al Madrigal) to sell life insurance policies.

Great Performances at the Met

(7) KUED 8 p.m.

Renée Fleming returns to the Met in this opera from Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Kevin Putz. Inspired by Virginia Woolf’s “Mrs. Dalloway,” and by the 2002 film of the same name, the opera tells the story of three women from different eras.

Whose Line Is It Anyway?

(30) KUCW

Best known for playing Det. Amy Sykes in “Major Crimes,” actress Kearran Giovanni joins cast mem bers Ryan Stiles, Wayne Brady and Colin Mochrie for a series of sponta neous improv games hosted by Aisha Tyler. Comic Jonathan Mangum also joins them.

Monday

Saturday

The Banshees of Inisherin

HBO 2:10 p.m.

On a remote Irish island, Pádraic (Colin Farrell) is devastated when his buddy, Colm (Brendan Gleeson), suddenly puts an end to their lifelong friendship. Pádraic sets out to repair the damaged relationship by any means necessary. Kerry Condon also stars.

The Hillsdale Adoption Scam

LIFE 6 p.m.

Unable to have a child, Bethany (Keshia Knight Pulliam) thinks it’s a blessing when a pregnant mother appears on her porch, asking for help. But as the pregnancy progresses, things don’t seem quite right. This Lifetime movie was inspired by true events.

Sunday

Your Honor

SHOW 7 p.m. 9 p.m.

How will it end? Originally envisioned as a limited series, this legal drama wraps with the Season 2 finale. Bryan Cranston plays ex-judge Michael Desiato, a broken man and grieving father who was coerced into a scheme to take

In the show’s 200th episode, Red (James Spader) attempts to secure a late financier’s fortune, which is locked by a series of clues. But when a deadly assassin pursues the money, the Task Force bands together to protect the endowment’s rightful heirs.

Celebrity Profile

By Dana Simpson TV Media

Amid the changing television landscape, some faces have remained a constant. Whether appearing in major cable shows or streaming content, one-hour family dramas or half-hour sitcoms, some actors just have what it takes to grow their career on the small (and/or silver) screen. One such actor is Mae Whitman, who has become known for her voice work and on-screen presence since her career debut as a child. Despite being the subject of many doubting “Her?” jokes as Ann in “Arrested Development,” it’s clear the rest of the world is just as smitten with Whitman as George Michael (Michael Cera, “Juno,” 2007) was. Thankfully, fans of the “Good Girls” actress won’t have long to wait for another dose of her on-screen wit and sarcasm: Whitman’s newest project, “Up Here,” a musical series about dating in New York City, releases Friday, March 24, on Hulu.

Born June 9, 1988, in Los Angeles to voice actor Pat Musick (“An American Tale,” 1986) and Hollywood set carpenter Jeffrey Whitman (“Basic Instinct,” 1992), Mae Whitman has had the essence of the industry coursing through her veins since infancy. In fact, her first job came at the age of 4 when she interrupted her mother’s audition for a commercial. Before they knew it, young Whitman had entered into the voice acting industry alongside her mother as the new voice of Tyson Chicken.

Once she’d made a name for herself in advertising, Whitman made her silver screen debut alongside Meg Ryan in “When a Man Loves a Woman” (1994). She went on to star in “Bye Bye Love” (1995), “Independence Day” (1996), “One Fine Day” (1996), “Hope Floats” (1998) and episodes of “Friends,” “Early Edition,” “The Legend of Calamity Jane” and more, all before the age of 10.

(4) KTVX 9 p.m. The Good Doctor The lead characters of the proposed spinoff “The Good Lawyer” are introduced in a new episode of “The Good Doctor,” airing Monday, March 13, on ABC. Dr. Shaun Murphy (Freddie Highmore) seeks out legal representation and puts his faith in Abbie (Bethlehem Million), a promising young lawyer with obsessive compulsive disorder.

By Megan Gleason

Pets are an integral part of many peoples lives. We love and take care of them and in return they bring joy and comfort. There are many types of pets but at The Paw Spa they are all about man’s best friend – dogs.

The Paw Spa has been a part of Kaysville’s Main Street for over a decade but in May of 2019 was taken over by Tawni Herron. A family run business, Herron, her husband, and two children all work at the shop in one way or another to help. Whether that be bathing, daycare or watching the front desk, The Paw Spa is a tight knit group of workers and family. Herron’s vision for the business has elevated the long-standing staple and even expanded the name into a secondary location in Ogden. Yet one thing has remained the same – the love of dogs.

“The thing is, your dog used to be just your pet, but that’s not the

Dog lovers at The Paw Spa

case anymore,” Herron said. “They’re family now.”

Like with family, pet owners want to go the extra mile to ensure the happiness and care of their dogs. The Paw Spa offers grooming, boarding and daycare services typical for their business but takes it even further.

Featuring a variety of fun monthly events, the Paw Spa highlights the happiness of the dogs and their owners. From holiday photo shoots to Valentine’s Day treat exchanges for the daycare dogs, the Paw Spa treats their dogs as the fur-babies many owners view them as.

“It’s just like taking your little kid to daycare or preschool,” said Herron. “We want all our dogs, all our staff, everyone, to be happy here.”

It is not only their local clientele the Paw Spa is ensuring the care of. The Paw Spa partners with the Animal Care of Davis County (ACDC) and donates bathing and grooming services to dogs in need of assistance. These services not only promote the comfort and health of the dogs

but also boosts their visibility to be adopted.

“Whenever they have a dog, they’re trying to adopt out, or doing an adoption event, and want them cleaned up, we’ll bring them in.” said Herron of the partnership. “All of our clients are dog lovers. One of our ladies who comes for daycare, had a birthday party for her dog and asked her friends for donations and brought them in.”

During the month of November 2022, the Paw Spa’s special event was a food drive out of their Kaysville location to gather donations for the ACDC. Thanks to the generosity of the community, they were able to gather an impressive two truck loads of food and other items for donation. In the future, the Paw Spa plans to do more such events and continue to spread joy to pets and their owners.

“We want to be part of the community and we want to give back,” Herron said. l

Dog friendly trails in Davis County

Compiled by Alisha Copfer

North Salt Lake

Foxboro Wetlands Trail

Located on Foxboro Drive in North Salt Lake, dogs are allowed while on a leash. This trail is a paved 1.5 mile loop that circles a natural wetland area in Foxboro. The trail connects to the Legacy Parkway Trail for a longer walk or hike.

Bonneville Shoreline Preserve

Located near Tunnel Springs Park in North Salt Lake, dogs are allowed off leash. This trail passes through a grassy open space on the bench between Davis and Salt Lake counties, and it offers views of the Great Salt Lake and the surrounding landscape. The North Salt Lake section offers a 0.75 relatively flat mile stretch. The trail begins in North Salt Lake and travels south toward Salt Lake City, utilizing a segment of the Bonneville Shoreline Trail.

Woods Cross

Bountiful Lake

Located at 1275 W. 1600 North, Woods Cross, dogs are allowed while on a leash. This path follows the shoreline of a small lake and features interpretive signage. The entire trail is paved except for a short section on the north side of the lake. This trail has a round trip distance of 1.3 miles.

West Bountiful

Prospector Rail Trail

The trail begins at the Birnam Woods Trailhead at the end of 830 West, north of Porter Lane; dogs are allowed while on a leash. With a round trip distance of 3.2 miles, this trail is mostly level the entire way.

Bountiful

Mueller Park

As an extremely popular hiking spot, this trail is located at about 2077 Mueller

Park Rd. near Bountiful; dogs allowed while on a leash. The trail is about four miles long and can take up to two hours to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking and running.

Holbrook Park

Explore this approximately six mile trail located at about 799 Bonneville Shoreline Trail in Bountiful; dogs allowed off leash in some areas. This is a longer hike that has been known to take nearly four hours to complete. It is a popular area for camping, hiking and horseback riding.

Centerville

Ford Canyon Trail

Located at 1575 N. Ford Canyon Crossing, Centerville; dogs allowed while on a leash. At up to 0.8 miles round trip with little elevation gain, this hike offers towering trees and running water. Rick’s Creek is one of the hike’s highlights.

Deuel Creek South

Located near Firebreak Road in the foothills of Centerville, dogs are allowed while on a leash.

This hike in Centerville Canyon features numerous small waterfalls and plenty of shade. Most of the trail is easy to follow; however, there are a few steep rocky sections. The round trip distance is about 1.4 miles with about 400 feet of gain in elevation. Hikers who want a longer hike can combine this with the Deuel Creek North trail to make a loop or continue up Centerville Canyon.

Farmington

Legacy Parkway Trail

This trail’s start and end points run from Station Park to Center Street in Woods Cross; dogs are allowed while on a leash.

While people may start at the north end of this trail at Station Park and continue to the southernmost trailhead at Center Street in Woods Cross, this 14 mile long paved trail has multiple access

points. Wetlands and farms line much of the trail, with great views of the Wasatch Mountains to the east.

Lagoon Trail

The north trailhead is located on 200 West, Farmington, and the south trailhead is located just north of State Street on 400 West; dogs are allowed while on a leash.

This path follows Farmington Creek through a dense forest while skirting along the back of the Lagoon amusement park. In addition to the forest, the trail passes by part of the Lagoon Zoo, which offers views of elk, buffalo, many birds and other small animals. The round trip distance is 2.6 miles.

Kaysville

USU Botanical Center Located near 50 W. Main Street, Kaysville, dogs are allowed while on a

leash. The USU Botanical Center has a network of walking trails throughout a wetland environment and a combined distance of roughly 1.5 miles. Most of the trails are wide, graded gravel paths. The botanical center also has several large ponds that have wildlife and are surrounded by tall grasses and gardens.

East Mountain Wilderness Park

This trailhead is located at 1588 E. 650 North, Kaysville; dogs are allowed while on a leash.

This hike goes through the foothills above Kaysville and is a 1.7 mile loop. It features a winding trail through a scrub oak forest with views of the Wasatch Mountains and the Kaysville area. A vast network of trails crisscross the park, but the main loop trail is marked with arrows on small signs. l

A DOG AT THE PAW SPA waits to be groomed. The dog grooming business treats pets like family.

Courtesy photo

THE MUELLER PARK TRAIL is one of the most recommended hikes that are dog-friendly.

Photo by Roger V. Tuttle

law within three months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or be forever barred.

This Notice is given in accordance with Section 75-7-508 of Utah Code Annotated, 1953.

KING & KING

/s Felshaw King__________

FELSHAW KING, Esq.

Attorney for the Successor Trustee

330 N Main Street Kaysville UT 84037

Telephone: 801-543-2288

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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

J-01-222

Sealed proposals will be received at the office of the City Engineer, 795 South Main St., Bountiful, Utah for:

2023 ASPHALT OVERLAY AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS

Bids will be received until the hour of 2:00 pm Tuesday March 21, 2023 at which time they will be opened and read aloud in the office of the City Engineer at 795 South Main St., Bountiful, Utah. Proposals will be in accordance with drawings and specifications prepared by the City of Bountiful Engineering Department. Project documents will be made available via email distribution from the Bountiful City Engineering Department and through the SciQuest website https://solutions. sciquest.com/apps/Router/Login?OrgName=StateOfUtah&URL

Each bid must be submitted on the form provided as a part of the Contract Documents and shall be accompanied by a certified check, cashier’s check or bid bond from a surety company, acceptable to Bountiful City Council, all made payable to City of Bountiful in an amount equal to at least five percent (5%) of the bid. Said check or bid bond shall be given as a guarantee that the bidder will execute the contract in conformity with the form of contract included in the Contract Documents, and furnish a performance bond within fifteen (15) days after notification of the award of the contract to the successful bidder.

Bountiful reserves the right to reject any or all bids, or any part of any bid or to waive any informality in any bid as its best interests may appear. A decision on the rejection of any or all bids or the award of a contract will be made within seven (7) days after the bids are opened.

LLOYD N. CHENEY

Engineer

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