Pet Companion Magazine, Spring 2018

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INSIDE: Vacation Tips Diabetes Mellitus Horses That Heal Periodontal Disease in Cats Rosie’s Dog Beach Dog-friendly Laguna Beach

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inside Features 14: Seaside Fun in Long Beach

27: Horses That Heal

Rosie’s Dog Beach is one of the best dog beaches in SoCal

The powerful connection between humans and horses can transform lives

78: Sonny & Vito Live It Up in Laguna Beach

48: Why Are Pets the New Social Media Stars?

By Pamela Price

And how can I get in on this new trend?

Health 8: Vacation Planning

By Lillian Roberts, DVM

22: Periodontal Disease in Cats

66: Could It Be Diabetes?

By Rebecca Diaz, DVM

By Brittany Yates, DVM

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Cover Story

Events 84: Calendar Listings

40: Meet Instagram Star Tuna Melts My Heart

Pets on Parade........................29 SuperHero 5K...........................85 Paws & Adopt......................... 89 Pet Bereavement Support Group................... 90

One look and he’ll melt yours, too!

Shamrock 5K.............................91

Lifestyle

Le Chien......................................92

34: Got a Pet With Food Allergies?

Los Colores Cat Club Cat Show.....................95

Run for Ike 5K......................... 94

Believe it or not, these unusual proteins may help

52: Can You Really Die of a Broken Heart When You Lose a Pet? Broken heart syndrome is real and yes, it’s sometimes fatal

Faux Fur Ball........................... 96

Resources

Coachella Valley Pet Grooming, Boarding, Sitting & Spas................. 99–103

60: News from Mayor Max Idyllwild in the spring

Resource Listings:

74: Must Be Showtime!

Palm Springs..........................104

By John Snedden

Cathedral City to

97: Finding a Quality Pet Care Option

Rancho Mirage.......................106

By Sari Reis, Mission Valley Pet Sitting Services

Desert Hot Springs.............. 107 Thousand Palms................... 107

122: Leash Free In ‘SD’

Palm Desert.............................108

By Anna West

Indian Wells to Indio............110

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Training 56: The Importance of “Leave It!”

By Jamie Bozzi, CBCC-KA and Lori Carman, VSPDT

Yucca Valley............................. 112 Idyllwild...................................... 113

71: Kids & Pets: They’re Good for Each Other

By Valerie Masi

Lake Arrowhead.................... 114 Los Angeles County............ 115 Orange County to Inland Empire.......................... 118 San Diego County................ 124

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Vacation Planning

by Lillian Roberts, DVM Country Club Animal Clinic

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lanning a trip with your pet?

Whether it’s a two-week vacation or an extended RV extravaganza, here are a few tips to help make travel easier.

It may sound silly, but tell your pet what’s happening. They won’t

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understand the words, but making sure they get plenty of attention helps relieve some of their anxiety when the suitcases come out.

If a travel carrier is involved—i.e., if you are traveling by air or will need to crate the pet for even part of

the trip, try to acclimate the animal to the carrier well in advance. Some people find it easiest to keep the carrier out at all times, with the door

open. Encourage the animal to sleep inside, or at least take treats there.

Place comfortable bedding inside, and praise the pet whenever they enter voluntarily. As time goes by, start closing the door for short periods initially, always praising the pet and offering favorite treats. This crate may be your pet’s home away from home, so make it comfortable. If your pet was crate trained at an early age, this will be easy.

Cats

If you must bring the family cat on a long trip, don’t be tempted to take him or her out of the carrier while driving or when exiting the car.

For one thing, the cat will feel more secure in the confined space—just

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ere’s a basic list of items you’ll want to make sure you’ve brought with you. This is also a great starter list for your emergency kit.

• Collar with ID tags on pet at all times (consider writing your contact telephone number directly on the collar as a backup. If a pet gets lost, tags can be pulled off the collar.)

• Microchip your pet! Make sure chip is registered and contact information is up to date.

• Leash & back-up leash • Medication, including flea, tick and heartworm prevention • Food & water bowls • Food (wet & dry) • Treats 10

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Water Pick-up bags Potty pads Toys Bed/crate/carrier Pet first aid kit Dog harness & seat belt attachment if loose in car Brush/nail trimmer Pet sunscreen Cooling vest/sweater Paw protection Old blanket/sheet to cover furniture in hotel room if your pet gets on furniture

PAPERWORK: • Vaccination records, medical history, veterinarian contact information • Health certificate (if required)

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make sure the crate is large enough to accommodate a litter pan and a dish of canned cat food. Canned food makes sense as it has a high water content, and the strong odor makes it more appealing to the cat during times of stress.

Another reason is safety—a cat loose in the car may try to climb onto the dashboard or crawl beneath the brake pedal. If you did have to slam on the brakes, a cat (or small dog) might be thrown against or even through the windshield.

If flying, the carrier must necessarily be smaller and no litter box is allowed.

Accidents do happen, however, so I recommend layering the bottom of the carrier with plastic trash bags and newspaper. Newsprint is cushy and very absorbent; if soiled can easily be rolled up and placed into the waiting trash bag. Another layer should be waiting below the first. Commercially available “potty pads” are also an excellent choice to line a carrier.

Dogs

On a long drive trip, remember to plan your stops to accommodate the family dog. Do keep a leash securely fastened to the collar or harness— even the most devoted dog might bolt under unfamiliar circumstances. The last thing you want is to lose your dog in a strange town, or watch as they take off across a busy highway!

Make sure your pet is expected!

Many hotels and some RV parks still don’t allow pets, or require a reservation and extra fee to do so. And though you can’t imagine, even your

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favorite aunt may prefer you make other arrangements for your pet while visiting. Airlines each have their own requirements for transporting pets, and if you’re crossing certain state— or especially international—lines, you may need a health certificate and proof of vaccination to get through. For more information about pet-friendly travel and lodging, visit www.pettravel.com.

Some pets love to travel. Others don’t. In many cases, especially for a short trip, it’s best to leave the pet with a great boarding facility, a good friend, or a professional pet sitter instead of dragging them along on your vacation.

Not only will they be less upset and anxious, but you’ll be able to relax without constantly worrying about whether they are having a good time.

Lillian Roberts, DVM, is the owner of Country Club Animal Clinic, which is located at 36869 Cook Street in Palm Desert. 760-776-7555 www.countryclubdvm.com

Seaside Fun in Long Beach Rosie’s Dog Beach is one of the best dog beaches in SoCal

Article and photography by Anabel Dflux

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outhern California is a state known for many things, from Silicon Valley to its laid-back attitude. But probably the greatest lure of the Golden State is its coastal climate and beautiful beaches. With so many of us being dog owners, of course we’d like to bring our loyal four-legged companions along to the beach when we go. But, in an effort to keep beaches environmentally healthy, officials have banned dogs from most California beaches. However, there are a few designated “dog beaches,” where

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dogs are welcome to play in the sand, jump in the waves, and even surf! Dog owners flock to these beaches daily, their dogs off the leash and free to run in and out of the chilly water, chasing balls, floating toys and each other. In Los Angeles county, there is only one such beach, and it’s a real gem: Rosie’s Dog Beach in Long Beach. As the only official off-leash-sanctioned dog beach in the entire county, it’s one of the hottest spots to bring your pooch to play in the sand or ride the waves.

Located between Roycroft and

Quiet and peaceful on most weekdays, the beach gets busy on the weekends.

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Rosie’s Dog Beach

5000 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803 6am–8pm daily, year-round (562) 570-3100

Argonne Avenues in Long Beach, a few blocks east of the Belmont Pier and Olympic pool, Rosie’s Dog Beach is a fan favorite for its gorgeous three-acre stretch and slew of available parking.

Named after a bulldog who was just as famous in Long Beach as she was adorable, this stretch of beach is now open daily to dogs thanks to the late Rosie’s owner, Justin Rudd. A longtime Long Beach civic volunteer and advocate for the environment, dogs, and a host of other causes, Rudd led an effort that allowed dogs to play on a Long Beach city beach at an event in 2001.

It was the first time in more than 30 years that dogs were allowed to enjoy a beach in the city of Long Beach. He then spearheaded an 18-month-long effort to establish that stretch of beach as a permanent dog-friendly beach in

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2003. In 2010, it was officially named Rosie’s Dog Beach, in honor of Rudd’s beloved bulldog.

Dog beaches, being simply designated areas on other beaches, can be hard to find. They usually have signs, but those tend to be small and discrete—and therefore easy to miss.

Rosie’s Dog Beach is located behind some volleyball courts, so as you approach, be sure to keep your dog close to you for safety. Dogs must be leashed everywhere except in the off-leash zone (you’ll see the signs).

There’s a bike path to cross on your way to the beach, but be aware that dogs are only allowed to cross this path, not walk on it. Metered parking is available on the streets and in the large private lot that runs alongside the beach. Parking in the lot puts you

in a good position to explore some of the fun local shops and unique eateries with your dog while you’re there.

Rosie’s Dog Beach is open from 6 am to 8 pm daily. Quiet and peaceful on most weekdays, the beach gets fairly

busy on the weekends, so be sure your dog is comfortable meeting lots of new, very excited dogs.

Like most dog-friendly zones, there are rules that must be followed. Only one dog per adult is allowed, so if you

Del Mar Dog Beach (also known as North Beach) 3200 Camino Del Mar Del Mar, CA 92014 Dogs allowed on beach on-leash June 16th to Labor Day, and allowed off-leash after Labor Day to June 15th.

(858) 755-9313 Parking can be found along Camino del Mar behind the beach and also at 29th Street, and parking is free. From 29th Street north all the way to Solana Beach, your dog(s) can run freely, except during the summer months when they must be on-leash. The main part of this beach is on the north side of the San Dieguito River Lagoon entrance next to Camino del Mar. This beach features a slew of amenities such as a volleyball court, so be prepared to ensure your pup is people-friendly.

Coronado Dog Run Beach Ocean Blvd and Ocean Drive Coronado, CA 92118 5am–11pm year-round (619) 522-7342 Parking for Dog Run Beach can be found along the north end of Ocean Boulevard outside of the naval base entrance, and it is completely free.

Officially, the Dog Run Beach is the North Beach of Coronado Beach in front of Sunset Park. Dogs can be off leash on this beach, unlike all of the other beaches along the Coronado Island shoreline. Do keep in mind that dogs are not permitted on any other part of Coronado Beach.

More Dog-Friendly Beaches

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have a whole pack, please bring some friends. All leashes must be a maximum of 6 feet, and the individual holding the leash must retain control of the Leo Carrillo State Beach 35000 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265 8am–10pm year-round (805) 370-2301 Like many Malibu beaches, parking is free alongside the Pacific Coast Highway, or you can park in a designated beach lot. Parking is $12 to park all day (and less if you’re only staying for an hour or two), but there’s no entry after 10 p.m. Dogs are allowed on leash only, and the leash must be a maximum of 6 feet. There are very specific rules for bringing your pup to Leo Carrillo. Dogs must remain west of Lifeguard Tower 3. Dogs are not allowed east of Lifeguard Tower 3 at the park, and they can’t romp around in the tide pools. Despite these restrictions, there is still plenty of room for your pup to run around!

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dog at all times. Aggressive dogs are not allowed. Dogs should be sporting a collar with current registration tags (as required by the county), and, for Fiesta Island Off-Leash Dog Park 1590 E Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92123 4am–2am daily, year-round (619) 221-8901 Information: There is plenty of free parking all over the place for this amazing dog beach. Fiesta Island has an impressive 27 miles of beautiful beach.

Happily for dog owners, most of this large sandy island in Mission Bay is designated leash-free for dogs. Fiesta Island Off-Leash Dog Park has lots of sandy dunes to romp in, and the calm bay waters allow the more adventurous dogs take a quick dip. There is a designated off-leash location on the backside of the island as Sea World will be on your left, fenced-in front with signs.

safety reasons, no spiked collars are allowed. All dogs must have current vaccinations, and pups under four months old shouldn’t be at the beach.

Huntington Dog Beach Location: 100 Goldenwest St F, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Hours: 5am-10pm Year Round (714) 841-8644 Information: The official dog beach is located on the Pacific Coast Highway between Seapoint and Goldenwest St. There are two parking lots between Seapoint and Goldenwest that service Huntington Dog Beach, as well as meters alongside the Pacific Coast Highway. The cost is $1.75 per hour, and for those that frequent the dog beach, it may be a good idea to look into the Huntington Beach Annual Parking Permit. For information on acquiring this permit, you can call the Marine Safety Division at 714-536-5281. The Huntington Dog Beach is privately owned and operates on generous donations from patrons. The Preservation Society of Huntington Dog Beach does relies on members and their donations to pay for the many costs associated with maintaining Huntington Dog Beach and keeping it clean. You can contact the society at (714) 841-8644.

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Periodontal Disease in Cats Reviewed by Rebecca Diaz, DVM, The Cat Clinic

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ne of the most common diseases to affect cats is gum disease, otherwise known as periodontal disease. It is estimated that over 80 percent of cats, two years old and older, have some form of gum disease.

Sometimes cats younger than one year old have symptoms. The two forms of the disease are gingivitis and periodontitis, and both begin when calculus and plaque are deposited near the gum line on cats’ teeth.

Plaque is a biofilm made mostly of bacteria (including streptococcus), which is sticky and adheres to teeth.

Plaque is difficult to see with the naked eye. Over time, if the plaque isn’t brushed off or otherwise removed, it combines with food debris, saliva, and minerals and becomes hardened, forming tartar. Tartar, or calculus, is found along the gingiva (gum line) and eventually inflames the gums. It is the buildup of tartar on teeth that causes gingivitis. Gingivitis can be reversed with proper treatment by your veterinarian.

Symptoms of gingivitis include:  bad breath  red, swollen and painful gums  gums that easily bleed when gently rubbed

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 receding gums  appetite loss  yellow deposits on teeth  drooling Occasionally, gum infections are symptoms of other diseases, including nutritional disorders, feline panleukopenia, feline viral respiratory disease complex, kidney and liver failure, and immune disorders.

Treatment for gingivitis:  professional cleaning by a veterinarian  home dental care program, including regular teeth brushing  special diets or supplements may be necessary to help prevent future gingivitis If gingivitis is left untreated, the tartar continues to grow and deposit under the gum line, and the progression of the disease may cause periodontitis. Bacteria in the plaque produce toxins and can irritate the gums.

An inflammatory response can cause destruction of the gingiva, cementum, alveolar bone and periodontal ligament that support the teeth. Spaces form between the teeth and gums and become infected. Abscesses of the teeth or roots can be caused by periodontitis.

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Signs of periodontitis may include:  bad breath  eating habits change or appetite is diminished because it hurts to chew  weight loss  ungroomed appearance  loose teeth or teeth that have

fallen out  tartar deposits  pus from gums Periodontitis is usually irreversible; however, it can be treated. Once damage to teeth roots have occurred, it is rare for the tooth to develop strong roots. Also, the bacteria can

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be absorbed by the gums and cause other serious diseases.

Treatment for periodontitis:  professional cleaning by a veterinarian, which may include teeth extraction  antibiotics after surgery  follow-up home dental care program, including regular teeth brushing  special diets or supplements might be necessary to help prevent future degeneration of teeth Your cat’s health regimen should

include dental hygiene, good nutrition and exercise. Your veterinarian can help show you how to brush your cat’s teeth. A step-by-step explanation of brushing your cat’s teeth is available at: / www.petmd.com/cat/centers/nutrition/slideshows/ steps-to-save-cat-teeth Cat teeth brushing videos are available on YouTube.

Dr. Rebecca Diaz, DVM is the owner of The Cat Clinic, a feline-only veterinary clinic located at 67870 Vista Chino, Cathedral City. 760-325-3400, www.catcitycat.com

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Horses That Heal

The powerful connection between humans and horses can transform lives

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orses have a unique ability to help humans heal, relax, and cope with ailments. Organizations like Pegasus Therapeutic Riding in Palm Desert, Coachella Valley Horse Rescue in Indio, and War Horse Creek at Living Free Animal Sanctuary in Mountain Center, California, enlist horses to help people with physical disabilities, mental illness, PTSD, autism, anxiety, sensory issues, and even complications associated with stroke, multiple sclerosis, and cerebral palsy.

Establishing a relationship with a horse can help heal and restore the lives of people who are struggling, from children with special needs to soldiers making the transition from military to civilian life. petcompanionmag.com | Spring 2018 27

Horses That Heal

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egasus Therapeutic Riding’s Executive Director Robin Montgomery says clients can reap benefits from both mounted and unmounted therapeutic programs. “Our autistic clients make significant progress learning to become accustomed to new sights, sounds, textures, physical contact and wearing a safety helmet,” she reports.

“The benefits vary from client to client: for some, learning to wear a riding helmet is an achievement, and then there are those who have never spoken a word, who suddenly talk to their horse.” Clients with mental or emotional disabilities experience “a sense of accomplishment and self-

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esteem when they follow directions and learn to steer a large animal,” says Montgomery. The positive effect can last for months.

And there are benefits to riding horses that can help those with physical disabilities. This unique form of exercise strengthens muscles, loosens joints and promotes circulation. Pegasus has clients with cerebral palsy who see improved flexibility in their joints and muscles that can last one or two days, giving them much needed relief.

Montgomery explains that the legs and lower torso are exercised when the body of the horse moves against the muscles in the rider. “The horse’s

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movements are three-dimensional: up and down, side to side, and back and forth. These movements are synchronized in a precise, repetitive pattern, the same as the human gait,” explains Montgomery. “The client responds to the motions with improved body symmetry, improved muscle tone, increased head and neck

control, improved balance and muscle strength. In the program, the movements of the horse and exercise of the rider’s lower torso muscles are supplemented with specific arm, upper body and speech exercises called out by the therapy leader.“ And according to Chase Berke, COO at Pegasus, all programs are free of charge.

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Horses That Heal

Matching Veterans With Mustangs L

iving Free Animal Sanctuary sponsors a veteran program, War Horse Creek, which matches former military personnel with rescued wild mustangs. Randall Harris of Living Free agrees with the theory of horses mirroring their riders. “In equineassisted psychotherapy (EAP), which requires no riding, the horses are, in effect, 1,000-lb biofeedback mechanisms, sensing and mirroring back conflicts and issues the veterans may not even realize they have,” confirms Harris. “The therapeutic modality is well suited to the warfighter mentality, as it is challenging, active, somatic and self-directed, unlike traditional ‘talk’

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therapies. Imagine handing General George S. Patton a box of Kleenex and asking him to emote about his feelings. He’d probably whack you with his pearl-handled revolver. But place him in an arena with a hyper-vigilant mustang, and breakthroughs and insights can happen organically, on the veteran’s terms.”

Harris explains that the wild mustangs that survived in the wilderness were the toughest, strongest, most intelligent, most independent and most hyper-vigilant. This hyper-vigilance is a characteristic shared with many veterans and can be the first step toward mutual understanding

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Who Uses Horse Therapy?

PTSD Sufferers: Veterans, first responders, and domestic abuse survivors are among those who say they’ve found relief for PTSD symptoms through therapeutic riding.

Movement Disorders: The steady action of riding has benefited people with movement disorders like cerebral palsy.

Autism: Riding can be a getaway away from overwhelming everyday life, which can benefit those dealing with sensory overload.

Mood Disorders: Horse therapy clinics often specialize in improving mood and facilitate relaxation, which can help those living with depression, anxiety, anger management, and grief.

At-Risk Youth: Programs for at-risk youth and substance use recovery have also been offered by horse clinics.

People Who Don’t Like Talk Therapy: For people who are non-verbal or don’t like chatty counselors, speech isn’t necessary to get along with a four-legged therapist.

Why Horses?

Unlike smaller therapy animals, like dogs and cats, these gentle giants have a calming effect that’s magnified by their size and empathy. Horses are herd animals known for attuning themselves to human emotion, often reflecting the behaviors of those around them. For people building confidence, learning to lead around animals that loom over them can help improve self-esteem, encourage taking control, and address fears they feel are bigger than them.

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and bonding with the horse. This increased sensitivity and reactivity is more apparent in mustangs, making them ideal for EAP. “Historically, there is also a bond. Many mustangs descend from horses bred as military remounts generations ago, that were turned out when they were no longer needed. We believe it’s fitting that the defendants of warhorses that carried our forefathers into battle will now help our warfighters return home,” Harris says.

EAP helps veterans understand and deal with the underlying issues that can lead to alienation, isolation, addiction, homelessness, joblessness, depression, divorce, and suicidal ideation. While individual details vary, this downward spiral pattern is fairly common among veterans. By improving the ability of these veterans to manage stress tolerance—essentially, the ability to manage a negative emotional state—symptoms across the spectrum should be relieved.

“Our sights are set on post-traumatic growth, allowing veterans the time, tools and training to reframe their military experiences to positive effect in the civilian world,” says Harris. “The immersive program is comprehensive and includes life skills and conflict-resolution training. Veterans will be able to process their experiences among their peers to prepare for the transition to civilian life. So there’s a lot more to it than the mustangs, but mustangs are at the heart of it.”

Horses That Heal

Unmounted Training With Rescue Horses A

nnette Garcia is the rescue director, horse trainer, camp leader and riding instructor at the Coachella Valley Horse Rescue, home of the Horsanalities Boot Camp. The program began in November as a fourweek program to host veterans, introducing them to the rescue horses on site and putting them through a series of challenges to encourage a humanhorse connection. “It all starts with four pieces of wood, arranged in a square,” Garcia related. “The veteran is asked to lead the horse into the square, and then to stroke, scratch or brush the horse—whatever he needs to do to keep him in the square—for 10 minutes.”

After that, the veteran leads the horse in a walk. The challenges progress each week: leading the horse over a hurdle, down a winding road and through a door made from soft foam pool noodles, where the veteran

must get the horse to move toward a bright light. There are other challenges, including walking the horse through a tarp-covered tunnel and dunking a basketball while holding the horse.

All of these challenges create a bond of trust between the veteran and the horse. And all are symbolic of challenges the veterans face in their own lives—each time they accomplish a challenge with their horse, they reflect on a challenge in their personal lives.

Through their successes conquering challenges with their horses, they gain the strength and confidence in themselves they need to face the daily challenges of transitioning from the military to civilian life.

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Got a Pet With Food Allergies?

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Cricket. Bison. Alligator. Grubs.

You probably wouldn’t think to feed able protein source, using exponenthese novel proteins to your dog or tially less land, water and feed than cat, but you can—and they provide traditional protein sources,” Carlson said. “Crickets also have a fantastic great nutritional value. nutrition profile. Pound for pound, But why switch to these proteins?

Novel proteins—proteins your pet more protein than beef, high in iron, hasn’t eaten before—are beneficial low in fat, and high fiber.”

Pet food manufacturer FirstMate’s to dogs or cats with food sensitivities.

Surprisingly, some pets are “Insect protein KASIKS Fraser Valley Grub also contains insect proallergic to basic proteins, is more tein, as well as wild-caught, such as chicken, beef, lamb, environmentally boneless, and skinless and even fish.

“Food sensitivities in pets friendly ... there salmon. The product is available in Canada with are a growing concern,” said is no methane Dr. Jennifer Adolphe, senior production, and pending approval in the United States. pet nutritionist at Petcure- insect protein Matt Wilson of FirstMate an. “One of the main causes is GMO free. shares that insect protein for food intolerances is proInsects also is more environmentally tein, so pet foods with novel contain as friendly for additional reaproteins are a great option much protein sons: there is no methane for sensitive eaters.”

Novel proteins, which as traditional production, and insect protein is GMO free. Insects also consist of bison, proteins.”

—Matt Wilson also contain as much propollock, and turkey, aren’t exactly a new concept. Popularity of tein as traditional proteins.

Another novel protein on the list: the proteins have increased because pet owners have been looking for Asian carp. These fish were introalternative food for pets with food duced to waters in the Southeastern United States to control weeds and sensitivities.

Anne Carlson, CEO and founder of parasites, but they’ve been crowding pet food manufacturer Jiminy’s, also out native fish, compromising water weighs in. That brings us back to quality and threatening sensitive nacricket—the main ingredient in Jimi- tive species that can’t compete with these aggressive fish. Asian carp can ny’s pet treats.

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and they lay hundreds of thousands of eggs at a time, so they quickly take over when they’re introduced to a new environment. The Mississippi River has been most affected, and there are fears that the carp will begin to invade the Great Lakes, which support that area’s $7 billion a year fishing industry. One pet food maker, BareItAll Petfoods, has been harvesting the fish and using

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Cod is another unique, high-quality protein with essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, including phosphorus, niacin, and vitamin B-12. Part of the cod family, Alaskan pollock is also an excellent source of protein, containing minerals and omega fatty acids. It’s also low in cholesterol and fat.

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But, because of this trend, peas and lentils have also become unique proteins being used in pet food. Proponents say they are rich sources of plant-based protein, providing most of the essential amino acids that dogs and cats need, as they contain antioxidant, vitamins and minerals, and insoluble and soluble fiber. Dr. Andrew Knight— a European veterinary specialist in animal welfare science, ethics and law; fellow of the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics; and associate professor at Ross University School of Veterinary Medi-

cine—published a study supporting the use of plant-based diets for pets.

But Dr. Knight points out in his report that “they must be nutritionally adequate and reasonably balanced ... and owners are advised to use a nutritionally complete commercial diet, or to add appropriate nutritional supplements to homemade diets.”

Pet food manufacturers are also incorporating exotic proteins like alligator, ostrich, and kangaroo in their pet food. Some veterinarians will swap out the ingredients suspected of causing the allergic reaction with one of these unusual protein sources.

While these curious and unusual proteins may provide relief to food sensitivities in your pet, always consult with your veterinarian before making any changes to your pet’s diet.

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f there was ever an accidental Instagram star, it’s Tuna—as in Tuna Melts My Heart, the hilariously adorable rescue pup with a pronounced overbite. Tuna has 1.9 million followers on Instagram, and more than 2 million across all his social media web sites. Wherever he goes, everyone wants to get a glimpse, take a photo, pet and hold the little red chiweenie that bears an uncanny resemblance to the animated Mr. Burns of The Simpsons fame.

In fact, that’s where the name Tuna began— it was an admittedly unusual evolution. Owner Courtney Dasher’s first thought was of Mr. Burns, then, in tribute to his cartoon-like features, she started calling him Tooney. Her six-yearold nephew mistakenly thought she was saying “Tuna,” and, ultimately, the name stuck. And his full Instagram moniker, Tuna Melts My Heart, is appropriate, because Courtney says her “heart puddled” when she saw him.

Today, Tuna is an original among the growing number of celebrity dogs on social media. But Tuna is a dog who gives back. He’s a big supporter

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of Best Friends Animal Society’s No Kill LA effort, using his fame to promote the cause and even donating a portion of the proceeds from his popular Tuna-branded products: T-shirts, mugs, and the best-selling “colindar,” a 12-month calendar showcasing some of Tuna’s best photos (named for his favorite toy, Colin). He’s been on what was called the Tuna Tour, visiting eight different city shelters around the Southeastern United States to raise awareness and donations for animal rescues. His book, Tuna Melts My Heart: The Underdog With the 42

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Overbite, was published in the U.S., UK, Czech Republic, Slovakia and Russia.

When the book came out in the UK, Courtney flew across the pond with Tuna to promote it. You see, Tuna has a real connection to the UK—he shares the same birthday as J.K. Rowling and Harry Potter: July 31st. And he looks great in Harry’s signature glasses.

Tuna’s fans are loyal and, in some cases, even obsessed. Courtney has heard from people who’ve had Tuna’s face tattooed on their bodies. Cancer patients have told her that Tuna’s photos have helped them endure chemo-

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therapy. And what she hears most often is that Tuna brings joy to his fans’ lives, gives them a laugh, and warms their hearts. And that, Courtney says, is exactly why she decided to share Tuna with others through Instagram.

So how did this little dog become such a star, with fans around the world?

Purely by accident. Tuna is seven now, but in 2010, when Courtney met him, he was just 4 months old. He’d been abandoned on the side of the road in San Diego and ended up at a rescue in Los Angeles. Courtney had been considering fostering a dog when she

spotted Tuna at a dog adoption event at a Los Angeles farmer’s market. “He didn’t have any of his teeth and he looked really insecure when I first saw him,” says Courtney. “He was sharing his cage with two other dogs.” When Courtney heard he was being shown for adoption by a private rescuer, she felt moved to take him home. Because she had plans to visit family up north in a few days, the rescuer told her she could take him home that day, but she’d have to return him before leaving town. “The night before I was leaving for my trip, Tuna slept on my shoulder.

When I woke up, he was in the exact same position. I felt like he was telling me, ‘I want you to be my mom.’”

Ultimately the toothless puppy won Courtney’s heart and it wasn’t long before she adopted him and welcomed him into his forever home. After about a month, Tuna’s teeth grew in, and waking up one morning next to him, Courtney noticed how prominently his new teeth were sticking out as he slept.

She laughed and snapped a few photos, and that, she says, “is when I knew he

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Courtney says she spent her first year with Tuna collecting cute photos of him on her phone, “a lot of them his funny faces.” Although she knew little about social media and had no accounts of her own at that time, she decided to set up an Instagram account for Tuna. “I was the least likely person to set up a social media account,” she

remembers. But she wanted to share her funny little guy with others, so she opened an account in his name and started posting. Within a year, Tuna had 8,500 followers.

Then it happened. Someone picked up a photo of Tuna and anonymously posted a meme on the web site Reddit with the caption, “Thquirrel!” That meme went viral on Reddit, caught

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the attention of the Instagram account manager, and photos of Tuna were quickly featured on Instagram’s own page. “I didn’t even know Instagram had its own page! All of a sudden, he went from 8,500 followers to 16,000 in 30 minutes. In 12 hours, he was up to 34,000,” reports Courtney. “So I give credit to Instagram, because when they featured him, that’s what gave him a lot of exposure.”

Follow that with a hilarious YouTube video of Tuna trying to walk with booties on (it’s been viewed 83,000 times) and the launch of a web site showcasing all the media attention and press Tuna has received, as well as an online shop for purchasing Tuna-themed merchandise. The day after the web site launched, the tech news blog Mashable published an article about Tuna and shortly after, Darling Media’s blog for women posted Courtney’s account of how she adopted Tuna.

And his fame has grown exponentially from there, with fans around the globe. Courtney and Tuna make appearances all across the United States in support of animal rescues and related causes. They charge no fee for these appearances, and proceeds from

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merchandise sales are usually split 50/50 with the rescue organization. “I like giving to smaller rescues, because they need the most help,” explains Courtney. “Before I adopted Tuna, I really knew nothing about fostering, animal rescues, or the expense involved in sheltering and finding homes for these animals.” At some events, attendees will bring donations, such as pet food, blankets, toys—all the things that shelters so desperately need.

Lately, Courtney has been keeping fans up to date on Tuna’s activities through his blog, The Traveling Tuna.

Sharing their search for and experiences with pet-friendly hotels, Tuna and Courtney highlight the best features of some of the most pet-friendly hotels they’ve stayed in. “For the past few years, Tuna and I have had many amazing opportunities to travel throughout the U.S. and the UK for appearances, book signings and much needed holidays,” Courtney reveals.

“Along the way, we’ve been invited to stay at some of the most incredibly beautiful, pet-friendly hotels and properties within those territories.”

An interior designer by trade, Courtney recognizes and appreciates interiors that are designed with excellence, “so the site is dedicated to featuring some of my favorite #petfriendly, #tunapproved hotels, and their fabulous designs!”

With all the travel, adoration and celebrity that Tuna enjoys, you might think that it’s all gone to his head— that he lives a pampered, privileged life. Not so, says Courtney. “I don’t treat Tuna any differently now that he’s fa-

mous. I don’t feed him fancy food or pamper him any more than I otherwise would. But I am more protective of him now. If something happens to him, that would be devastating, not just to me but to millions of people.”

So what is Tuna really like when he’s not on display? “Tuna has two personalities: He’s a second grade little boy who likes to be active, mischievous and playful. But he’s also an 87-yearold grandpa who likes to sleep, all day and he’s cranky if you try to wake him up,” admits Courtney.

“Honestly, he spends most of his time in bed!”

With Tuna’s dedication to satisfying his fans and raising awareness for shelters, it’s no wonder he grabs a nap whenever he can. He’s a hard-working dog who gives back so other dogs can

have a better life and he brings smiles to faces all over the world every single day. If he wants a nap, you’d better believe he’s earned it.

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Why Are Pets the New Social Media Stars?

And how can I get in on this new trend?

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nstagram and other social media have exploded in recent years, growing exponentially, becoming a primary platform to communicate with friends, make new ones, and even find love. For some of us, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat (among others) are a way to share with our family and friends what’s going on in our lives without having to pick up the phone, text or mail photos, or meet for lunch. Not that we don’t still enjoy doing those things, but we all seem to have less and less time available for such indulgences. By connecting across social media, we can keep up with all our friends and family—and they can keep up with us—by simply logging on. While it does take

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some of the personal interaction out of these relationships, it’s certainly an efficient way to “connect” with everyone you know (and don’t know) and tell each one your stories and share moments you capture in photos and videos—all in one fell swoop.

But if you’re a pet lover, chances are you’ve found yourself meandering through one of these sites and landed on a page dedicated to cute dog or cat … then spent way more time there than you planned. You spot one irresistibly adorable photo of a dog wearing a Star Wars outfit or catching waves on a surfboard, and suddenly you’re scrolling through hundreds of his photos and videos, each one more endearing than the last.

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So why are we so fascinated with pets that have their own social media sites?

How do these furry little cuties who’ve never even heard of the Internet manage to attract so many followers?

Hundreds, thousands, even millions of people who don’t know them, checking in—even receiving notifications— so they don’t miss what their favorite fluffballs might be up to each day.

It’s hard to believe, but the trend is rapidly turning some of these pets into genuine celebrities, with such huge fan bases that sponsors see their accounts as prime advertising space. In some cases, their owners have quit their day jobs and acted as or even hired managers to guide their pet’s career!

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are known as “pupfluencers.” And it’s not just an American phenomenon— because the Internet has made the world a smaller place, pupfluencers live all over the world and so do their fans.

The attraction is more than just enjoying their antics and seeing them dressed in cute outfits. “Social media for pets is one way people seek connection with others,” explains Pauleen Bennett, an associate professor of psychology at La Trobe University in Australia. In an interview with ABC Australia, she said, “People just like to engage with other people, so it’s actually about building social connections with other people, but the dog is a conduit for that to happen.”

Although social media allows dog owners and enthusiasts to connect despite distance, Bennett notes that dogs bringing people together is not a new phenomenon. “The social connection stuff doesn’t only happen online.

If you go walking with a dog people will stop and talk to you,” Dr Bennett said. “We know that dogs are good at connecting people through all sorts of

different ways. Social media is just one of them.”

So what do you need to do if you want make your dog an Internet celebrity?

Based on the paths of some of the most successful pupfluencers out there, it starts by taking whatever makes your dog unique, funny, or quirky, and showcasing it in photos, videos, and even memes that are clever and entertaining. Post these photos and videos across multiple social media platforms for the greatest exposure, and post regularly and often. Once a day is good, but twice a day is better, according to some of leaders in this game. And if you really want to make it to the top, consider some marketing strategies, like business cards with a contact email for your pet, apparel that carries his or her branding, and maybe even a product line. It’s surprising how far pet lovers will go to connect with and support their favorite dog or cat celebrity.

And if you don’t manage to quit your day job, at least you will have shared the best, smartest, most talented dog in the world—yours!—with the rest of the world.

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Can You Really Die of a Broken Heart When You Lose a Pet?

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eople often talk about “dying of a broken heart.” But can we really die from an emotional heartbreak, like losing a spouse or other loved one? How about from losing a beloved pet? For many pet owners, their pets are genuinely their best friends, and for some, the only source of real love they have in their lives. The pain of losing a pet for someone who is that connected is devastating, traumatic, and often lasts a lifetime. But could they actually die of a broken heart?

A few doctors in Texas will tell you it is possible. In fact, an October 2017 article in the New England Journal of Medicine describes the case of Texas pet owner Joanie Simpson, who

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watched her dog, Meha, die of congestive heart failure. She had some other stressful situations in her life at the time, and shortly after Meha’s death, she was treated in her local emergency room for chest pain. Now, Simpson did have some hypertension, but no known heart problems. She thought she was having a heart attack, and doctors did, too, as the tests (contrast echocardiograph) showed visible damage to her heart. They diagnosed her with a condition called takotsubo cardiomyopathy. Unlike with an actual heart attack, where the arteries around the heart are blocked, takotsubo cardiomyopathy usually occurs after some kind of severe emotional

Broken heart syndrome is real and yes, it’s sometimes fatal

stress, like the death of a loved one or other major devastating event. What happens is, after a rush of stress hormones, the heart muscles are literally stunned—doctors and researchers aren’t completely sure why. They theorize that the arteries may spasm and cut off blood flow to the heart, according to another New England Journal of Medicine study.

Simpson wasn’t the first Texan to suffer from the condition. The National Institutes of Health’s website shows a 2016 Texas Heart Institute Journal article that recounts a similar syndrome occurring in a 22-year old woman with a congenital heart defect—she had only one ventricle.

The woman complained of chest pain in the two days following the death of her dog, and she too was diagnosed with takotsubo cardiomyopathy, or “broken heart syndrome.”

Unless they have other pre-existing health conditions, people who suffer broken heart syndrome will usually eventually recover. But in 2016, actress Debbie Reynolds died of a serious stroke just one day after the unexpected death of her daughter, Carrie Fisher. So doctors can’t rule out broken heart syndrome as at least a contributor to her untimely death.

One of the doctors who treated Simpson, Dr. Abhishek Maiti, was quoted by The Washington Post as saying that Simpson’s case was intriguing enough to land in the New England Journal of Medicine because it was “a very concise, elegant case” of this fascinating condition that research proves is very real and sometimes fatal.

It makes clear something that many pet owners already know: grieving for the loss of your pet can be every bit as painfully traumatizing as losing a spouse or other loved one. And it makes sense, because we’ve all seen the research that proves that owning a pet is linked to better health and greater happiness. So, to dedicated pet owners, it’s simple logic that if you can die of a broken heart when you lose your spouse, you can certainly experience the same thing when you lose the pet you love with your whole heart.

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she told The Washington Post. “But you know what? They give so much love and companionship that I’ll do it again.

I will continue to have pets. That’s not going to stop me.”

If you’ve lost a pet (or a loved one), there are things you can do to help get yourself through the grief process.

Harvard Medical School published an article by Stephanie Watson, in which she gives some good advice about making sure you take care of yourself, even as you mourn.

She says to “make sure you focus on you, by eating a healthy diet, walking or getting some other type of exercise every day, and make sure you take any prescribed medicine as scheduled. Taking care of your own health will make you feel better physically and will help distract you from your loss.”

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Watson also advises getting out, seeing friends and family—pushing yourself if you have to at first. “Maintaining social connections is an important part of the healing process,” she says.

Finally, be patient with yourself. Give it time. “It can take several months to a year to work through grief and grieving,” Watson reports. So allow yourself enough time to let go, and understand that it’s normal to take a long time to feel better again. However, Watson warns, “If a year has passed and you’re still grieving, or if you’ve lost interest in activities you once loved, your grief may have transitioned into something more serious, like depression.” In that case, Watson says, you should talk with your doctor or mental health professional about how to work through the pain and move forward with your life.

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The LEAVE IT cue teaches the dog self-control and impulse control.

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The Importance of “Leave It!”

by Jamie Bozzi, CBCC-KA and Lori Carman, VSPDT Dream Dogs

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he world is full of unsafe items and situations. How do we teach our four-legged kids to avoid potentially dangerous things out in the environment? Simple: make it a game!

To make a behavior highly rewarding, play with your dog. Dogs just wanna have fun!

If you make it fun, they will participate and you will reach your training goals.

In the real world, dogs often stumble upon articles before we even see them, so, the LEAVE IT cue can be not only practical but life-saving.

The LEAVE IT cue is extremely useful—from the ant-covered hot dog on the sidewalk (although “gross” won’t

harm your dog) to the more serious dangerous critter that your dog may be fascinated by or chase after.

Getting Started

Begin with a simple barter game.

Trade your dog. Teach your dog the concept that you always have something fabulous. Know what your dog absolutely loves—either toys and/ or food—and have those “high-value” items on hand. A high-value item is something that your dog is just crazy about!

Next, place a low-value (or neutral) item on the ground. Say LEAVE IT and reward your dog for not moving toward the item. You may need to cover

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the item at first, so make sure that you are close enough to the item. Remember, we want to set up both the dog and you for success. Make it easy for the dog to do the right thing.

After several repetitions, you may notice your dog look at you when you say the LEAVE IT cue. That’s great!

Reward your dog for choosing you instead of choosing what is in the environment.

The LEAVE IT cue teaches the dog

to defer to the handler. It also teaches self-control and impulse control. Your dog should not just lunge after things in the environment. He should defer to you and ask permission first. Your dog is learning how to make a good choices and to choose you!

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Watch for Rattlesnakes!

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pring is here and, with the change of the season, our snake population becomes more active. Here are some quick tips:  Spring is the breeding season for rattlesnakes. It is also their time of greatest activity. Their drive to reproduce and feed can cause aggressive behavior. Rattlesnake bites occur frequently during this time of year and well into the summer. In the warmer parts of California, bites can occur year round.  A dead rattlesnake can still inject venom for an hour or more by reflex action.  Rattlesnake bite wounds vary from dry (no venom injected) to full envenomation. The venom contains proteins that disrupt the pet’s blood clotting abilities and damages blood vessels.  Immediate veterinary attention is required with all bites, no matter how negligible they seem. The sooner treatment is started, the more effective it will be.

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 Treatment for rattlesnake bites consists of intravenous fluids to prevent circulatory collapse, antibiotics, pain medication and antivenin. (Check with your veterinarian to see if they carry antivenin.)

So, what can you do to protect your pet? The best way to do this is to avoid encounters between the pet and the snake. Safe practices include:  Stick to cleared areas or open paths when hiking.  Keep your dog on a leash at all times.  Don’t let your dog explore holes, logs, or dig under rocks.  Hike during the day instead of early morning or evening.  Cats are just better left indoors at all times. If you let your cat outside, only do so during the day.  You may want to consider the rattlesnake vaccine. This vaccine is for dogs only and is made specifically for the venom of the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake, though it reportedly cross-protects against multiple species of other rattlesnakes.

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arrange a visit with us by calling (949) 525-0100. Call the morning of your trip or the day before, and our Chief of Staff, Phyllis Mueller, will coordinate the meeting with you. We love to pose for pictures with you. I pose on command whenever I hear, “Max, do the pose!” You can also bring us a treat or, even better, a vanilla ice cream cone from Idyllwild Ice Cream & Jerky! You will love their ice cream as much as we do, and you know how much that would be!!

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turning five years old, and we will be having a party to celebrate our birthdays. More details about the date, time, and location of the party will be published in late April 2018. To find out more, call the Mayor’s office. You are invited!

Idyllwild is a loving and friendly place. You and your pets are always welcome, and we can’t wait to see you in town.

Love always, Mayor Max

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lthough the weather is usually quite mild, Idyllwild temperatures can still drop down into the 30s, and we occasionally even get snow. Please remember to check the weather report and consider bringing winter wear for your furry friends—especially if they aren’t used to cold temperatures. Foot protection is a good idea, too!

Speaking of paws, as spring warms the mountain, plants (like foxtails) start making their appearance again.

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Could It Be Diabetes?

Learn the signs and symptoms of this manageable disease

by Brittany Yates, DVM VCA Desert Animal Hospital

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y pet seems to be drinking a lot of water and has always been a good eater, but for some reason seems to be losing weight recently.” This is a comment I hear often in veterinary clinics when I’m talking to owners about their dog or cat’s behaviors at home. Many people are familiar with the term diabetes and use it loosely because they believe it to be a disease related to obesity or eating too much junk food. Diabetes mellitus is actually a more complicated metabolic disease than that, and not exactly the same as it is in humans.

Humans have two main forms of diabetes: juvenile and adult onset, or, as they’re more commonly referred to, insulin and non-insulin dependent. Gestational diabetes is another, but outside the scope of what animals have. Type I insulindependent diabetes is more like the type that animals have, which makes them insulin dependent for life.

Diabetes mellitus is caused by a decreased production in certain cells of the pancreas. The pancreas is an organ that lies near the stomach and beginning of the small intestine, whose main function is to secrete the hormone insulin into the blood.

Insulin regulates the body’s amount of glucose utilized in the body. The pancreas has other functions, but this is the most important in terms of diabetes.

Because of this decreased production of cells in the pancreas, the body cannot properly utilize glucose (blood sugar), thus an excess of it is

present in blood circulation, resulting in hyperglycemia. The surplus of glucose cannot be resorbed properly, thus an excess is filtered through the kidneys causing glucose to spill into the urine or glucosuria. This then triggers the body’s thirst mechanism to increase (polydipsia) with resultant increased urination (polyuria). The body then goes into a negative calorie balance because of the inability to utilize glucose properly.

Thus it starts breaking down tissue in the body like muscle, causing the pet to be hungrier (polyphagia) but still lose weight.

In terms of risk factors, obesity is certainly a concern—certain breeds such as terriers, schnauzers, poodles, and bichons frises are commonly affected, and any breed of cat can be affected, as well as pets suffering from chronic, recurrent pancreatitis.

So, to recap: the four key signs of diabetes mellitus in pets are: polydipsia, polyuria, polyphagia, and weight loss despite having an appetite. These are the main symptoms owners will observe at home. I have personally owned two dogs with diabetes and am very aware of the challenges and management of this disease.

To diagnose diabetes mellitus, your veterinarian will have an indepth conversation with you regarding the symptoms you have seen at home. Next, they will perform bloodwork to determine your pet’s blood glucose and a urinalysis to see if glucose is present in the urine. If petcompanionmag.com | Spring 2018 67

diabetes goes undetected for a long time, pets can go into a diabetic crisis called diabetic ketoacidosis. This condition can affect many organs, causing them to appear to be failing, because the body is in a life-threatening state.

In the event of such a crisis, some pets would need to be hospitalized in order to reverse this condition and restore proper glucose regulation.

The mainstay of treatment is insulin administration. Again, insulin is the hormone that communicates to the body’s glucose, telling it to move from the bloodstream into the body’s tissues. There are many types of insulin available, and your veterinarian will help determine which is appropriate for your pet, as they can be different for dogs and cats. Insulin should be administered every 12 hours or as directed by your veterinarian.

Diet is another important component. Prescription diets have been formulated to help control hyperglycemia and regulate a pet’s weight while balancing appropriate amounts of fibers, carbohydrates, fats and protein.

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Your veterinarian will help you select which is most palatable and suitable for your pet.

In the beginning of diagnosing and treating, your pet will need to be seen at your veterinary hospital frequently for blood glucose curves or fructosamine tests (a protein that helps determine an average of glucose regulation over a couple of weeks) to determine if they are properly regulated. Once regulated, diabetics can remain very stable.

Difficulty regulating a pet can be due to several factors, including improper administration of insulin, not feeding a pet properly, not adhering to a regular schedule, or the presence of a bladder infection or concurrent disease.

It is very important to make sure your pet eats prior to receiving insulin; otherwise, hypoglycemia can occur (too little glucose). Think of a time when you were on the go and hadn’t eaten all day and started getting shaky and weak. This was because your body was deprived of glucose, the energy source you get from foods. Now imagine continuing to stay in that state— it affects not only your body but also your brain, which can result in seizures. The signs of hypoglycemia are important for owners to recognize, because it determines if you should administer insulin or not. And, in severe cases such as seizing, get your pet to a veterinarian immediately.

Monitoring your pet’s urination habits is vital as well. Think about it— glucose is a sugar that’s being spilled into the urine, which is the filtered waste product our kidneys have deter-

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mined our bodies don’t need. This can act as a nidus, a place for bacteria to gather and multiply, which can result in a bladder infection. You never want bladder infections to go undetected and untreated, because they can lead to the formation of bladder stones or the infection can ascend (travel upward) toward your pet’s kidneys and cause them to be affected as well.

Two other main complications seen with diabetes in pets is the development of cataracts and diabetic neuropathy. Diabetic cataracts mainly occur in dogs and will affect the greater majority of diabetic canines. This happens because of the excess sugars that spill into the lens of the eyes, which results in blindness. Oddly, this rarely occurs in cats. However, cats can suffer from diabetic neuropathy like humans do, where the nerve fibers become damaged from the excessive glucose, causing an overall weakness and inability to stand properly.

Diabetes can also be induced in pets that receive excessive steroid shots in veterinary clinics. Steroids are very

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important for the management of several diseases, but often are a mask or “band-aid” because they give us the desired relief of symptoms that we want for our pets (e.g., stopping itching due to allergies). However, repeated, frequent use of steroids puts pets at risk for developing diabetes because of the effect they have on the pancreas. This is why, when owners request an “allergy shot,” veterinarians often discuss other options and treatments so as to avoid the overuse of steroids.

If you think your pet is at risk for diabetes or showing any of the symptoms discussed, make an appointment with your veterinarian to discuss appropriate diagnostics and treatment options. With proper medication and some education, diabetes is a very manageable disease.

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Kids & Pets:

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They’re Good for Each Other

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by Valerie Masi Best Paw Forward

esearch shows that kids who have pets are healthier, more social, and compassionate.

I have personally seen dogs give children confidence, motivate their work ethic, and challenge them. It is important for parents to teach children to respect and care for their pets.

From the time my grandkids were three years old, they were helping me feed and clean up after their dog— including helping me find landmines in the backyard. I taught them as soon as they could walk how to move through

a pack of dogs with confidence. My older granddaughter became confident with the dogs quicker than the younger one. I love watching them develop their confidence and skills with the dogs. I watch them mimic my behavior and communicate through training, and I feel so proud of them.

On the other side, I have watched my “granddog” fall in love with his girls. It was love at first sight. When my first granddaughter came home from the hospital, Bo jumped up on the bed and gently curled up next to petcompanionmag.com | Spring 2018 71

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the baby, and that began his commitment to those kids. He stayed by their sides through their crawling phases, whining and nudging them with his nose to direct them away from danger.

He stayed close by while they were learning to walk, offering them support when needed. He’s so protective that we have to keep him in the house when the kids are in the pool. The first time he saw them there (and every time since), he whined, jumped in the pool and tried to pull them to the side of the pool to safety. My Mastiff Fiona also knew right away that these new babies were to be watched over and guarded from harm. Even when my oldest granddaughter jumped off the couch right on top of this sleeping giant, Fiona was startled but she contained herself and did not react with aggression. All the dogs tolerated being dressed up and the silly games the kids play with them.

My cat even learned to love them— when they curled up on the couch to watch a movie, the cat would run to be

a part of the cuddle time.

This cat tolerated the girls carrying her like a rag doll until they mastered the correct way to carry a cat.

Cats tend to be less tolerant than most dogs, but this cat instinctively knew these babies belonged to us and to be patient and love them, no matter what mistakes they made as they were growing and learning.

It’s never too early to teach your children how to care for, love and respect all animals. Don’t have higher expectations for your pets than your children! It is important that both are taught to respect each other. Teach your children how to train your dogs to help establish the proper hierarchy in the “pack” dynamic. If the children are too young to learn to train, you can walk with them in front of you, then pass through the dogs, asking the dogs to move out of the way. This will help your dogs understand the baby is above them in the hierarchy and not one of their siblings. Prepare your

pets for a new baby coming into the family with baby sounds, and let the dog smell everything that comes into the house, so he becomes comfortable with the baby smells.

Teach your children how to appropriately brush their dog or cat’s coat—this is something kids always want to do. They should also learn what foods are poisonous to pets, since children tend to walk around dropping food as they go. You should also teach your dogs to always “leave” food that is dropped so they don’t immediately eat everything that falls to the ground. This training will also prevent dogs from going into food-

guarding behavior.

The way animals behave is not how all animals will react with children, so it is important to never leave your young children alone with your pet.

Parents need to keep a close eye on both animals and children and teach both to be mutually respectful of each other.

PHOTOS COURTESY VALERIE MASI

Valerie Masi, owner of Best Paw Forward, can be reached at 760-885-9450 or visit www.bestpawforwarddogtraining.com.

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Must Be Showtime!

By John Snedden

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pringtime means lots of things, like blooms, more daylight, T-shirts, shorts, flip-flops, a cleansing from dark and gloomy winter …. Well, maybe not so much in Southern California, but spring does mean that the Cat Fancy Association (CFA) is nearing the end of its competitive show season, and the cats are out to grab those last few points and maybe a regional or even a national award!

On March 24th, at the Palm Springs Leisure Center, you can see up to 225 kittens, championship, premiership and household pets, competing for regional and national points before the season ends on April 30th.

Last year, we walked through the transformation process of turning a leisure center into a cat show hall and then returning it back to a leisure center. Lots of people worked hard in a very short amount of time for both the setup and takedown.

But what about the cat side of the story? You see them in their benching cages down the aisles in the show hall,

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and you see them in the judging rings being examined and shown off. You also see them up close when they’re returning to their benching cages, and you admire the grooming and presentation of the cat. Ever wonder just how the cat came to look like that? Well, if you ask the owners, they’ll tell you about the time and effort and planning, the right products, the right temperature, the right equipment … and the list goes on for each cat.

Ever ask the cat what he went through to get there?

Let’s go back a few days before the show and see the experience through the eyes of a cat. Just what do they go through to get ready for an all-day and sometimes all-weekend show? It’s the end of the season, so most competitors are on a weekly or every other week show schedule—it’s all about getting home and settled from last week only to get up and get going for this weekend. Since we have a Saturday show, we begin the adventure earlier in the week ….

A big stretch, a 15-second yawn, then a roll on the back with all four paws pushed all the way out … ahhhh, life is good. That long plane ride home from the East Coast took forever! Could hardly wait for the mobile kitty box in the car on the way home. A drink of water and a can of food … hey, wake me up when we get home, please! Wonder what we’re doing next weekend?

It’s Wednesday and so far, so good … wait—uh, oh!—the guest room is all laid out with suitcase, show cage, clothes to mess up, brushes, combs, and wet wipes. Wait, let me go drag a few catnip chews, the ball with the bell in it, the wand with feathers, and that little fly-on-a-wire. Perfect, drop them right here in the suitcase and, hey, I can fit right here in this pouch! Now, this is the way to travel. Wonder if they will find me?

Thursday already and just eating and napping so far. All is good in Kittyland!

Let’s check out the kitchen area for some human leftovers … Oh no! Towels on the counter, shampoo bottle, conditioner, and the green hoodie. CAT BATH!!!

Oh, and you know how we love water don’t you? Just keep it on the warm side, okay? Takes two of you, doesn’t it?

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hold on to me, and the other to shoot me with the water wand, soap me up (no eyes or ears, please) and try and rinse, rinse, rinse, and when you think you have rinsed enough, rinse again.

Ah, come on—let me shake just once before you wrap that towel around me.

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Remember the paws, please—I hate the water between my paw pads. Oh cool, the heater vent is on, and the hotair-towel tent is feeling good right now … ahhhh, not so bad after all. At least I don’t have to be blown dry like those long-haired cousins. Way too loud and noisy! It’s good to be a wash-and-wear short hair! One of these times, I’m just going to go roll in the potty box, just to show them.

Back to the guest room for some investigating. Let’s see, one suitcase, no carry-on bags, my party shelter for the show hall, and my travel bag … hmm, this is going to be a road trip! No airport noise, no shuttle, no lines, no ear popping. I will miss the uniformed ones that think I am sooooo precious, though, and the ones that are “allergic” to cats! How is that even possible?

Road trips are good. Full-time access to the litter box, food, water, and good music, and I just love the view from the front dashboard! This will be a good

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weekend. Now for a nice nap. Might as well just crawl in the bag for a snooze.

Hey! What’s going on? Still dark, all zipped up in the bag, going outside … oh, the road trip is starting. Nice warm car, bag now unzipped, all stretched out, and off we go. Sure, I wish the road were a lot straighter—these curves get me a bit woozy and not feeling all that great…Oh boy, hope I can make it to the box in time! Whew, all better on the freeway now. Sun beaming in the front window, and time for another nap. Wonder how long this trip will be?

Oh man, all zipped up again and stopped. We’re here! Hey, Palm Springs in March is pretty nice. Not too hot and certainly not jacket weather. Sure is noisy in this show hall. Hey, all my buds are here, too. Boo-Boo (everybody has a Boo-Boo), Tinker, Eddie, Stella, Red, even Snooky is here! All my rowdy friends are here today, and it must be getting close to starting time, too. I can hear that announcer calling out numbers. It must be SHOWTIME! So with this one-day show, I have to go to six different places with six different judges taking me out of the cage, setting me on a table, grabbing my head, looking at my profile, holding me up in the air all stretched out and turning me around, making me stand up on

my hind legs like they want to dance or something. Oh, and finally you break out the toy and want me to play. Got it!

Wait, don’t put me back yet, I just got the toy! Hey, wait a minute, now they closed the cage door and took back the toy! They move on to the next cage and do the same thing. Oh, finally, they come back and put some color-coded tags on the front of my cage, and then my people can come and take me back to my benching area. I must have done okay because they are smiling and happy. Wow, only five more times of that left to go. This is going to go on all day isn’t it? Oh, and if I do real good in each ring, then they will invite me back to that same ring, along with nine others, where they’ll rank us from tenth place to best. This is always a good time to watch those that brought us here, as they sit out there with book and pen in hand, keeping track of which of us got what place, and then everybody claps and cheers for the “best cat.” Then they pick us up and carry us up to the judge and say, “Thank you for the award.”

On the way back to the benching area, we get greeted by spectators who want to reach out and touch. They follow us back and hang out asking questions

about my Dad and Mom, my ancestors, can they play with me, how much did I cost, are any more like me available, will I bite if they stick their hand in my face …. Just give me some food and my hammock. I need my beauty rest—this is a hard life, you know.

Wow! What a long day. I went to all six rings twice. Took lots of photos with kids and even some senior citizens. My people are real happy, too. I get to take home six rosettes, a couple of new toys, looks like a new scratching post from one of the vendors, and the best part of this adventure is … wait for it … the season is over, and I am not sure what they mean by being retired from the show hall, but I think I will probably get real used to that. Wake me when we get home!

Hey, thanks for hanging around and reading my story. Hope you can come out and see all my feline and human friends on March 24th at the Palm Springs Leisure Center. There will be lots of cats, six rings of judging, and vendors with everything cat-related: scratching posts, cat furniture, bling, clothing, beds and pads, treats, and more. You can even look for me…. The Retired Guy!

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Sonny & Vito

Live It Up in Laguna Beach Dog-friendly Laguna Beach is legendary for its seven-mile-long stretch of surf and sand.

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all it a canine way to interpret the New Year: this is the Year of the Dog on the Chinese calendar, and a sign from the stars that the wily Rosato Brothers—Sonny and Vito, Maltese litter mates—were ready to be taken on a trip to a genuinely dog-friendly destination. They were looking forward to walking and

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snacking in short order, and, of course, leaving the driving and planning to us.

All signs pointed to Laguna Beach, located between Los Angeles and San Diego, which remains legendary for its seven-mile-long stretch of surf and sand, and is also a year-round retreat for art lovers, thanks in no small part to the annual Pageant of the Masters.

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This iconic destination has another big draw in that it is ideal for traveling with your pet.

Built in the 1920s, the historic 23room Casa Laguna Hotel & Spa on South Coast Highway is one of the Top 10 hotels in the United States in the Romance category according to Trip Adviser’s Travelers Choice Awards.

When you check in with your pet, the hotel will ask you to sign a Pet Waiver Form, which clearly describes the responsibilities of pet owners, such as “I acknowledge that at no time shall my pet be left alone in the room.” There is a $100 fee per pet for their entire stay, along with seven additional requirements, each of which must be initialed petcompanionmag.com | Spring 2018 79

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by the pet owner.

On our trip, after a tour of the sun-splashed designer-inspired inn, Sonny and Vito moved on to The Cliff Restaurant, positioned in the heart of Laguna Beach. This restaurant offers a breathtaking, 180-degree panoramic view of surf, sun and sky and features a patio specially reserved for customers with pets. It’s the perfect Pacific view perch from which to peruse the Dog Menu, which is exactly what everinquisitive Sonny and Vito set about doing. Another perk: the convenient valet parking ($3) gave the “the boys” something to bark about.

While the beach dog duo positioned themselves for lunch, we discovered a fascinating shop just steps away— Russian Traditions. The store specializes in Russian matryoshka (nesting) dolls, a set of hand-painted wooden dolls of decreasing sizes that all fit inside of each other, one by one. But in addition to their expansive matryoshka collection, lacquer boxes, Russian Orthodox icons and other items, their

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canine-themed collection includes every breed of dog you can imagine, from pointers to poodles!

With Sonny and Vito leashed and ready to go, we visited just a few of Laguna’s 30 picturesque coves and beaches. We took the boys on a 45-minute walk from the Inn at Laguna Beach to Las Brisas (the former Victor Hugo’s restaurant), near the Laguna Art Museum (307 Cliff Drive).

This is an ideal place to start your dog walks, as it leads to views of impressive public art installations, such as a sculpture of a breaching whale and a small but poignant memorial to the World Trade Center. The paved walking path is like a fashion show for local and visiting pups—we spotted several well-groomed poodles and Maltese (and combinations thereof) in their Sunday-best outfits, leashes, and collars. During this scenic stroll, with the expansive ocean views that are so of-

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ten captured by artists here, we heard about the Naked Dog Bistro (424 Forest Ave) near the Pageant of the Masters Festival of the Arts theatre. At Naked Dog, the mother-and-daughter

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team of Charlotte Bloom and Lindsay Poe are known for their fresh-baked, gluten-free, dog-friendly cupcakes in flavors such as pumpkin and bacon.

Don’t leave Laguna Beach without viewing the distinctively “whimsical dogs and quizzical cats” at the Faux Paw Artique. Artist Debby Carman’s original designs, treasured by dog breed clubs throughout the U.S., can be found on bowls, greeting cards, pillows, decorative wall décor and stunning pet ceramics. These fascinating pet-inspired collectables are made in

the USA at Debby’s Laguna Beach studio. View the collection at Faux Paw Artique, 611 S. Coast Hwy., open Tuesday through Sunday, 11 am to 5 pm.

Michelle Williams, the Artique’s director will guide you through the impressive collection, featuring products that are food-safe, dish-washer-proof and lead free.

When it’s time for some serious exercise, visit The Laguna Beach Dog Park, open every day except Wednesdays from 6 am to dusk. It’s located east of downtown at 20672 Laguna

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Moulin www.moulin.com The Cliff Restaurant www.thecliffrestaurant.com

Many boutiques, art galleries and restaurants along Forest Avenue welcome canine visitors with bowls of water at their entrances. Sonny and Vito were kept in good spirits as we brought a box of fresh biscuits and carrot-based cookies and donuts from the Naked Dog Bistro to keep their tails wagging.

Memories of this trip kept them content on the ride home.

No bones about it: This trip was something the brothers will bark about for a long time to come!

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Canyon Road, and there is street parking in front of the park, which is operated by the Friends of the Laguna Beach Dog Park. During your Laguna Beach visit, take time out to experience Moulin, a French bistro with instore displays of divine desserts, from fresh fruit tarts to chocolate mousse with raspberry coulis to fresh-baked breads in all shapes and sizes. The owner reminded me that “pets are welcome,� and we noticed several comfortably seated on the patio, fashionably dressed.

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MARCH Superhero 5K Run/1K Walk for the Animals March 10, 2018 Rancho Mirage Community Park, 71560 San Jacinto Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 Benefits Animal Samaritans. Dog-friendly.

Register online at runpalmsprings.com or racewire.com. Please see ad on page 85.

Los Colores Cat Club All-Breed Cat Show March 24, 2018 Palm Springs Leisure Center, 401 S. Pavilion, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Please see ad on page 95.

23rd Annual Ugly Dog Contest March 25, 2018 Del Mar Fairgrounds Not just for ugly dogs! Food, fun & contests sandiegocoastalchamber.com

8th Annual Run for Ike 5K March 31, 2018 Palm Springs Police Department, 200 S. Civic Drive, Palm Springs, CA, runpalmsprings.com Please see ad on page 94.

APRIL Faux Fur Ball IV April 7, 2018 Palm Springs Animal Shelter, 4575 E Mesquite Ave, Palm Springs, CA 92264, www.psanimalshelter.org/ Please see ad on page 96.

SoCal Corgi Beach Day April 7, 2018 Huntington Beach Dog Beach PCH & Goldenwest Whether you are a corgiowner or just a doggie-lover, head over to Huntington Dog Beach for a day that promises to be PAW-esome! socalcorgibeachday. com/events/ Pups at the Park April 14, 2018 Dodger Stadium Special event ticket required to bring dogs to the park and help cheer on their home team as the Dodgers host the Arizona Diamondbacks. www.mlb.com/dodgers/tickets/specials/pups-at-the-park America’s Family Pet Expo April 27-29, 2018 OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Annual pet expo and adoption event. www.petexpooc.org More listings on page 94.

Events subject to change, please confirm event information prior to attending.

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Saturday, March 10th, 2018 Rancho Mirage Community Park 71560 San Jacinto Drive Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

5K/1K 8am start Superhero-in-training Dash 9:30

MARCH MADNESS Bonus Medal for completing the 3 March Races: 3/10 Superhero 5K 3/17 Shamrock 5k 3/31 Run for Ike 5K

Packet Pick-up Friday, March 9th 11am-5pm

Running Wild 611 S. Palm Canyon Runner, Walker, Doggie Friendly event!

T-shirt, cape, mask, finisher medal for all 5K/1K participants! Pet Adoption!

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Animal Samaritans Celebrates

40 Years in the Desert

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nimal Samaritans was founded in 1978 on the premise that all pets deserve to be loved, respected, and treated like family. Its humble beginnings started with a small spay/ neuter clinic, where its no-kill shelter and adoption center currently stands. Now, 40 years later, Animal Samaritans has grown to become one of the Desert’s largest, most comprehensive animal welfare organizations.

Their 40 years of service has resulted in:  Giving homes to more than 10,000 homeless dogs and cats  Rescuing more than 11,000 at-risk adoptable public shelter animals  Spaying and neutering more than 200,000 pets  Joining the No-Kill Coachella Valley Coalition  Launching the Adoption Alliance Animal Rescue Program with Riverside County Animal Services and creating partnerships with more than 200 rescue organizations and no-kill shelters across the United States and Canada  Beginning a dog adoption program in 2015 with The Westin Mission Hills

Resort and Spa, and recently celebrating the resort’s 100th pet adoption.  Partnering in 2017 with Palm Springs Animal Shelter and Best Friends Animal Society to help spay and neuter 10,500 community (feral) cats.

Animal Samaritans’ programs educate not only pet owners but also more than 225,000 school children on the importance of treating our four-legged companions with kindness and compassion.

Their AAT (Animal-Assisted Therapy) program brings therapy pets to visit people in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, area hospitals, and facilities for disabled and abused children. While visiting these facilities, AAT members and their companion dogs (and cats) offer people the experience of touching, petting, playing with, and receiving the unconditional affection and friendship of a pet. Animal Samaritans works with local animal trainers to assess whether an animal is suited for the AAT program. Free AAT behavior testing sessions are offered throughout the year for pet owners and their potential AAT dogs and cats.

Of its many partnerships, Animal Samaritans says that its “most important one continues to be with the community members they serve. Thanks to 40 years of individual, company and corporate donations, Animal During this 40th year anniSamaritans continues to thrive and provide versary, Animal Samaritans important charitable service to the Coachella Valley.” encourages anyone celebrating a Animal Samaritans remains committed 40th birthday in 2018 to ask friends to viewing all living creatures with comand family to donate to Animal passion and respect, with a primary foSamaritans in their honor! Of course, cus on dogs, cats, and the people who you don’t have to be turning 40—a love them. Visit animalsamaritans.org birthday at any age will do! The process or call 760-601-3754 for more informais easy, and it’s a great way to help the tion about the programs offered. Visit their website to join their $40 for 40 animals through your own birthday Club! celebration.

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The Joy of Fostering!

by Janet McAfee ou can help homeless dogs and cats by becoming part of the life-saving foster parent team at Loving All Animals. Spring is here, and Loving All Animals’ dog and cat rescue programs are losing many of their foster parents as the snowbirds escape the Coachella Valley for cooler climates. The homeless animals keep coming all year long, and more foster homes are needed. Some are abandoned in homes when their humans move or pass away. Others are relinquished at crowded open-admission public shelters, or they may be picked up as strays by animal control and never claimed.

Fostering a homeless animal “expands the walls” of overcrowded shelters and provides love and socialization to assist a dog or cat make the transition into a “forever” home.

An animal that is frightened in a shelter kennel thrives in a loving family home. Foster homes can also provide a safe place for a sick or injured animal to heal while it receives veterinary care funded by the rescue organization. A fostering system is a key component to reducing public shelter euthanasia and helping the Coachella Valley become a “no-kill” community.

Sharon Wren has fostered 49 dogs for Loving All Animals during the past 7 years.

Sharon states, “It is so rewarding for me and my grandchildren who live nearby to foster dogs for Loving All Animals. Each dog is so different, but all of them respond to love. I socialize them with both people and other dogs. It’s hard to say goodbye, but knowing they are going to have a wonderful life with their new family is a joy and a blessing to me. I say a prayer for each of them that they will be blessed in their new life.”

About 25 percent of our foster animals are adopted by their foster parents. We jokingly refer to this as a “foster failure,” although we celebrate these love matches with happy endings. Foster parents always get first opportunity to adopt their animal, and some fosters seek involvement in a foster program as a way

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to find out if a pet is a good match.

How long would you foster? It can be anywhere from a couple days to two or three weeks. Our adoptable dogs are online and adoptions usually happen quickly. Whatever time you can provide is appreciated, and we will work around your vacation schedule.

Does it cost anything to foster? Loving All Animals provides pet food, supplies, and training assistance, as well as paying for all veterinary costs. We encourage foster parents to bring their animals to adoption events and “meet and greet” adoption appointments.

Foster parents provide valuable information to prospective adopters about the pet’s temperament, helping to create a successful adoption match.

Call Loving All Animals at (760) 834-7000 for more information about fostering a dog or cat. Homes for large dogs are especially needed. You can read more at www.lovingallanimals.org and Loving All Animals Org on Facebook. Fostering brings you great joy when you are part of so many happy endings!

760.834.7000 lovingallanimals.org Loving All Animals is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization.

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PGA WEST is partnering with Loving All Animals for a spectacular Pet Adoption event to celebrate the opening of PGA WEST’s Dog Park.

Animal Samaritans and Humane Society of the Desert will also bring adoptable dogs.

Pet related items for sale from the Venus De Fido booth.

Food for sale from food carts. Music provided by DIGITAL PARTY SOUND. This event is open to the public.

Adoption fees for dogs range from $125-$350.

Adoption fee includes spay/neutering, microchip and all vaccinations.

55955 PGA Blvd.

La Quinta, CA 92253 Located in La Quinta, PGA WEST isn’t just for golfers anymore! Construction on their all new Sports Club is underway, complete with a dog park, fitness club, tennis courts, pickleball courts, bocce ball, swimming pool, splash pad and drive-up theater.

For Membership information, please call 760-564-7111 or visit www.pgawest.com

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Le Chien presents

Le Dogue en Vogue

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s El Paseo, Palm Desert, starts to prepare for Fashion Week, the Humane Society of the Desert (HSOD), gears up for their annual fundraiser, Le Chien. This year, Le Chien will take place on Sunday, March 18, in the “big white tent” behind the Gardens of El Paseo. Dog lovers will enjoy cocktails, auctions, music, and entertainment at this annual benefit for the Humane Society of the Desert.

In years past, Le Chien has provided a look at over-the-top dog fashion with designers such as Lola Teigland, Linda Higgins, and Olga Yuditsky, with their exquisite designer wear for dogs (and cats). Spoiler alert! This year, the couture fashion will be modeled on the humans, with plenty of wellmannered (but in-the-buff) dogs by their sides—it will be an evening of elegant “people” fashions with their dogs in their natural fur coats.

Fashions from Bohimi, by El Paseo evening and bridal couture designer Charmaigne Menn, will be a highlight of the show.

We know that the show will be well choreographed and exciting. You can count on a lively display, with plenty of happy dogs strutting down the runway next to beautiful models wearing stunning outfits. And remember, “Only dogs can get away with wearing real fur!”

The main focus of the evening will be adoptable dogs. “We want to show how many beautiful, purebred dogs are available for adoption,” said Malinda Bustos, president of HSOD. Other local rescue and adoption organizations will be part of the event this year. “We want to pull in partners that the Humane Society works with, to all come together,” Bustos said.

Palm Springs Animal Shelter, Animal Samaritans, and Loving All Animals will be participating in the event.

Although tickets are limited, there is still time to buy tickets for the event.

Visit fashionweekelpaseo.com to reserve your tickets. We hope to see you there!

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MAY Walk for Animals - San Diego May 5, 2018 NTC Park at Liberty Station, 2455 Cushing Road, San Diego, CA 92106 Fundraiser for San Diego Humane Society. support.sdhumane.org

Hounds for Yappy Hour 2018 May 10, 2018 The Ritz-Carlton, 1 Ritz-Carlton Drive Dana Point, CA 92629 Proceeds from Yappy Hour benefit The Veterans Initiative™ of Canine Companions for Independence. (949) 240-2000, www. ritzcarlton.com

March 24, 2018 10 am - 5 pm

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I LOVE, HONOR & CHERISH YOU MY PRECIOUS ANIMAL COMPANION The POP ad I purchase salutes your loyalty, trust and unconditional love!

Place an 100% Tax Deductible Ad in Our Annual Tribute Book Pets on Parade & the Pet Tribute Book benefit 2 Nonprofit Organizations: Pegasus Therapeutic Riding & CAN – Coachella Animal Network

For more information, Call Kevin Marshall at 310-350-3557

Finding a Quality Pet Care Option

By Sari Reis, Mission Valley Pet Sitting Services

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f you’re like me, your pets are part of your family. When you go away and can’t take them with you, you want someone reliable that you can count on to give them the best possible care.

Although boarding can be a viable option, it really depends on your individual pet. Older dogs, dogs that are healthcompromised or under-socialized, and most cats do not respond well to boarding. And if you have several pets, boarding is generally not a feasible option for the care of all of them. Homecare is a much better solution but inviting a stranger into your home to care for your animals can be a daunting prospect.

So, how do you go about finding the best possible person to care for your furry, gilled or feathered kids? Do your due diligence.

Although there are several listings online for pet-care services and even apps you can download, a quick assessment in this situation may not be a wise move. Instead, take your time to do some research.

What you want is a true professional; someone who has credentials, experience, skill, knowledge, and the capability to handle an emergency should it arise. And remember, the person you select will not only be caring for your pets but will also have full access to your home.

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Pet Grooming, Boarding, Sitting & Spas professional pet sitter they feel comfortable recommending. If they have, get the name and call the person to set up a face-to-face consultation appointment.

If no one has had any personal experience, I suggest you go to the Pet Sitters International website at www. petsit.com. It has a national listing of all the professional sitters that belong to the association along with the types of animals they care for, the services they provide, their credentials, and the geographical areas they cover.

(Editor’s note: Pet Companion Magazine has a number of pet sitting/boarding resources, please refer to the resources in the back of the magazine.)

Pick out a few and contact them for consultation appointments. To make the appointment as expedient as possible, use this checklist of things you should ask and look for in a potential pet sitter:  Are they bonded and insured and able to provide the appropriate documentation as proof?  Do they have a proper business license if required by your state?  Have they been background checked?  Do they have pet first aid certification or any other pet training certificates?  Do they belong to a professional association?  Are they certified as a professional pet sitter?  Do they have species-specific training? For example, if your pet is a parrot, are they knowledgeable and do they have experience caring for parrots?  If your dog has any behavioral 98

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issues—e.g., leash reactivity, aggression toward other dogs—do they have experience in dealing with that particular issue?  Can they administer medication should it be necessary?  Are they able to provide references?  When they come to your home for the consultation, observe how your pet(s) reacts to them. Does it appear to be a good fit?  Is the person who comes to your home the only one who will be caring for your pet?  Do they ask questions about your pet’s health, diet, behavior, likes and dislikes, and your veterinarian contact information?  How will they communicate with you while you are away regarding your pet’s well-being?  Do they have a written contract for you to sign?

Make sure you understand the fee for the pet sit and methods of payment they accept. Although the cost of pet care should not be the determining factor in whom you decide to contract, it should be included in your travel budget. Keep in mind, the best professional pet sitters get booked up quickly, especially over the holidays, so be sure to book early. If you do your due diligence and select the best professional pet sitter for your fur babies, you can rest assured that you will have peace of mind while you are away and your pet(s) will have a good time, too.

Sari Reis is a Certified Humane Education Specialist and the owner of Mission Valley Pet Sitting Services. For more information, contact her at 760-644-0289 or www. missionvalleypetsitting.com.

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Daycare • Boarding • Training Grooming & More Please see ad on pages 126-127.

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Expert Pet Grooming & Boarding Too! VCA Rancho Mirage Animal Hospital

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City Parks Baristo Park Located at Calle El Segundo DeMuth Park 4365 Mesquite Avenue Frances Stevens Park 555 N. Palm Canyon Drive Ruth Hardy Park 700 Tamarisk Sunrise Park Located at Sunrise Way between Ramon Road and E. Baristo Road Victoria Park 2744 N. Via Miraleste

Ongoing Activities Market Night Thursdays year-round, downtown Palm Springs

Where Locals Go The Corridor 515 N. Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs, CA palmspringscorridor.com

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarians VCA - Desert Animal Hospital 4299 E. Ramon Road, Palm Springs, (760) 656-6222 www.vcadesert.com Please see ad on p 69.

Palm Springs Animal Hospital (760) 324-0450

Boarding/Daycare/ Petsitting

Doggie’s Day Out of Palm Springs, 752 Vella Rd. S., Palm Springs, (760) 422-6259 doggiesdayoutofps.com Please see ad on p 101.

Elite Pet Care Palm Springs (760) 320-4710 elitepetcarepalmsprings.com/ Elite Pet Care is locally owned & operated by Joan Demiany and her team of professional pet sitters. Doggie Daycare is located in the Movie Colony area of Palm Springs.

Please see ad on p 103.

The Grand Paw 368 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, (760) 327-8200 Please see ad on p 99.

Grooming Visit our website for additional information about the businesses listed in the directory and other local pet businesses. To be included in this list, please contact sales@ petcompanionmag.com.

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Bath & Brush 4771 E. Palm Canyon Dr. Ste. A, Palm Springs (760) 202-4494 Please see ad on p 100.

PoshPetCare 844 N. Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs, (760) 318-7674 poshpetcare.com Please see ad on p 43.

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VCA - Desert Animal Hospital 4299 E. Ramon Road, Palm Springs, (760) 656-6222 www.vcadesert.com Please see ad on p 69.

Alex’s Pet Grooming (760) 327-5186 Dogs World (760) 832-7736 Petco Pet Store (760) 864-1393 PetSmart Palm Springs (760) 325-9711 Puppy Luv Pet Salon (760) 322-7336

Rescue/Shelter/ Adoption

Palm Springs Animal Shelter 4575 E. Mesquite Ave. Palm Springs, CA 92264 (760) 416-5718 The Palm Springs Animal Shelter is an open-admission municipal shelter serving the City of Palm Springs. Operated

by Friends of the Palm Springs Animal Shelter, a non-profit organization dedicated to building a community responsible for pet stewardship and humane treatment of animals.

Please see ad on p 96.

Humane Society of the Desert 17825 N. Indian Canyon Ave., N. Palm Springs, CA 92258 orphanpet.com Dog and cat adoption and rescue. Visit (760) 329-0203.

Please see ad on p 39.

Retail & Pet Stores

Bones-n-Scones 577 E. Sunny Dunes Rd., Palm Springs, (760) 864-1133 www.bonesnscones.com Yes, we’ll answer any questions about your pet’s diet! Raw, dehydrated, grain-free & fresh foods, also an on-site bakery offering treats & specialty cakes.

Please see ad on p 6/7.

Cold Nose Warm Heart 187 S. Palm Canyon, Palm Springs, (760) 327-7747 coldnosewarmheart.com Cold Nose Warm Heart is an upscale pet boutique in the heart of Palm Springs Village. We carry gifts, pet supplies, treats and food.

Please see ad on p 64/65.

PoshPetCare 844 N. Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs, (760) 318-7674 poshpetcare.com Please see ad on p 43.

Treat Buddy 4751 E. Palm Canyon, South Palm Springs, (760) 202-3600, TreatBuddy.com Treat Buddy specializes in high quality food, gourmet treats, beautiful and functional toys and accessories, all chosen to make every moment of your pet’s life perfect.

Please see ad on p 11.

Pet-friendly Hotels

The Rowan Palm Springs 100 W. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, (760) 904-5015 RowanPalmSprings.com Furry babies welcome at the Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs.

Please see ad on p 47.

See page 111 for a listing of local pet sitters, trainers and other pet service providers who serve multiple cities.

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Palm Springs Dog Park

3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 (behind City Hall) Contact Public Works, (760) 323-8117 www.ci.palm-springs.ca.us/city-services/dog-park Located directly behind Palm Springs City Hall, the Palm Springs Dog Park is a 1.6 acre park where dogs can run free and their owners can socialize in a beautiful environment.

Palm Springs Dog Park features grass, trees, awnings, a smaller fenced-off area for smaller dogs, recycled picnic benches & trash bins, pooper scoopers, 11 antique fire hydrants (canine bathroom facilities!) and dual-drinking fountains made to accommodate both the lowto-the-ground pooches and their taller owners!

Everyone is expected to clean up after their pet and see that their dogs exhibit appropriate behavior.

The park is open daily 6am–10pm & closed noon–3pm, Tuesdays and Fridays.

Resources

Palm Springs Animal Control In-progress or Emergency: (760) 327-1441 or 9-1-1 Routine service or questions: (760) 323-8151 www.palmspringsca.gov/city-services/ animal-services • Care and control of animals • Bite reporting & rabies control • Neighborhood animal issues • Stray animals • Animal rescue • Dangerous animals • Animal neglect and cruelty investigations petcompanionmag.com | Spring 2018 105

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Century Park 69908 Century Park Drive Panorama Park 28905 Avenida Maravilla Second Street Park 68-752 Buddy Rogers Avenue Town Square 68-701 Avenida Lalo Guerrero Rancho Mirage Blixseth Mountain Park Located east of the Magnesia Storm Channel and the Rancho Mirage Elementary School off Mirage Road Magnesia Falls Mini-Park Located north of Rancho Mirage Elementary School Michael S. Wolfson Park DaVall and Frank Sinatra Dr. (adjacent to the Whitewater wash) Rancho Mirage Community Park 71-560 San Jacinto Drive

See page 111 for a listing of local pet sitters, trainers and other pet service providers who serve multiple cities.

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Animal Hospital/ Veterinarians

The Cat Clinic 67870 Vista Chino, Cathedral City, (760) 325-3400 www.catcitycat.com, A feline only veterinary clinic dedicated to keeping your cats and kittens healthy with quality care in a stress-free environment. Please see ad on p 24.

VCA - Rancho Mirage Animal Hospital 71-075 Highway 111 Rancho Mirage, (760) 346-6103 www.vcaranchomirage.com.

Your pet’s health is our top priority.Please see ad on p 69.

Carter Animal Hospital (760) 324-8811 Southwest Veterinary Clinic (760) 770-3380

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Grooming

The Canine Spa Pet Hotel & Grooming 760-328-0876 68766 Perez Rd Cathedral City, CA 92234 www.TheCanineSpa.com Since 1976, we’ve provided the finest individual care experience for your pets while you are away. Open 7 days.

Please see ad on p 102.

EarthWise (760) 340-4542 40101 Monterey Ave. Ste. G7 Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 earthwisepet.com Please see ad on p 13.

K9 Clipper & Catamaran 67-555 E. Palm Canyon Dr. (Hwy 111), Ste. F110, Cathedral City, (760) 770-7676, www.k9clipperand catamaran.com. Ensure your pet always looks good at K-9 Clipper & CATamaran. 40-plus years of experience. New facility.

Dog and cat grooming. Please see ad on p 100.

VCA - Rancho Mirage Animal Hospital 71-075 Highway 111 Rancho Mirage, (760) 346-6103 www.vcaranchomirage.com Our hospital offers grooming services to keep your pets feeling and looking their best.

Please see ad on p 69.

The Barking Lot (760) 647-2275 Shear Art Pet Salon (760) 285-6263

Pet Boarding & Daycare

The Canine Spa Pet Hotel & Grooming (760) 328-0876 68766 Perez Rd, Cathedral City, www.TheCanineSpa.com Please see ad on p 102.

VCA - Rancho Mirage Animal Hospital 71-075 Highway 111 Rancho Mirage, CA (760) 346-6103 www.vcaranchomirage.com Our hospital offers dog boarding you can trust. Our doggy day care keeps your dog well cared for and supervised throughout the day, while engaging them in playful and meaningful activity.

Please see ad on p 69.

Retail & Pet Stores

Cathedral City Dog Park

68752 Buddy Rogers Ave., Cathedral City The Cathedral City Dog Park has two sides, one for big dogs and the other for small dogs. Both sides are spacious with plenty of room for dogs to run, play ball or catch a Frisbee.

Open every day between dawn and dusk.

Rancho Mirage Dog Park

34-100 Key Largo Avenue Rancho Mirage, California www.ranchomirageca.gov/residents/parks-trails 4.5 acre park with small and large dogs areas each surrounded by wrought-iron fences with double-locking gates. Inside are water fountains for dogs and humans, shaded seating areas with benches Open 6:00a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Resources

Animal Control for both Cathedral City and Rancho Mirage is a function of the Coachella Valley Animal Campus.

EarthWise (760) 340-4542 40101 Monterey Ave. Ste. G7 Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 earthwisepet.com Please see ad on p 13.

desert hot springs Pet Boarding & Daycare

Furrst and Furrmost 68100 Louisan Rd. Desert Hot Springs, (760) 4099226, www.furrstandfurrmost.com, Treat your best friend to a doggone great vacation. By boarding your dog with us, you’ll be provided extraordinary service at great rates. Your dog comes home happy, healthy, and tired! Please see ad on page 103.

Veterinarian

Animal Hospital of Desert Hot Springs 13700 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs (760) 251-1400, www.animalhospitaldhs.com Please see ad on p 38.

Animal Control

Riverside County Animal Services, 72-050 Petland Place, Thousand Palms, (760) 343-3644 Cathedral City dog license information only, please contact: (760) 770-0353

thousand palms Rescue/Shelter/ Adoption

Animal Samaritans (760) 343-3477 No-Kill Shelter & Adoption Center 72-307 Ramon Rd., Thousand Palms Veterinary Clinic: 72-120 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms Please see ad on p 86/87.

Coachella Valley City/County Animal Shelter www.rcdas.org Emergency Services: (760) 343-3644 petcompanionmag.com | Spring 2018 107

coachella valley: palm desert Animal Hospital/ Veterinarians

Country Club Animal Clinic 36869 Cook St., Palm Desert (760) 776-7555 www.countryclubdvm.com Independently owned by Dr. Lillian Roberts, Country Club Animal Clinic sets the pace for exceptional care and service to our patients and their people.

Please see ad on p 9.

Paws and Claws Urgent Care 73345 Hwy. 111, Ste. 101, Palm Desert, (760) 610-2454 Veterinary care from our family to yours. Urgent care, wellness exams and preventative care.

Please see ad on p 54.

Animal Hospital Of Desert (760) 568-5151 Palm Desert Pet Hospital (760) 568-9377

Boarding/Daycare/ Pet Sitting

Barkingham Pet Hotel California 73650 Dinah Shore Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92211 (760) 699-8328 www.pethotelcalifornia.com “Your pet’s ultimate vacation spot!” Pet Taxi available from the Palm Springs area to our Palm Desert Facility.

Please see ad on p 126/127.

Venus De Fido 73600 Alessandro Drive Palm Desert, California 92260 (760) 834-7070, venusdefido.com Please see ad on p 2.

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Barkingham Pet Hotel California 73650 Dinah Shore Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92211 (760) 699-8328 www.pethotelcalifornia.com Please see ad on p 126/127.

Bones-n-Scones 73-910 Hwy 111, Ste. C Palm Desert, (760) 340-2663 www.bonesnscones.com Whether you are searching for dry or canned, raw, organic or freshly prepared items, we are your pet’s health food store!

Please see ad on p 6/7.

Desert Pampered Pets College of the Desert Street Fair, Lot 1 Space 208, Saturdays and Sundays, 7am–2pm desertpamperedpets.com shari@dgpamperedpets.com (760) 341-1918 Fashion to Fun for Dogs of all sizes. Official Sports Apparel NFL, NBA, NCAA, MLB, NHL. Toys and Treats Made in America. Harnesses, Leads, Clothing, Gifts and much more for your “Pampered Pet” Please see ad on p 84.

Spoiled Dog Designs College of the Desert Street Fair, Lot 2, Space 165, Saturdays and Sundays, 7am–2pm, (760) 482-1877 www.spoileddogdesigns.com, customerservice@spoileddogdesigns.com Function to Fashion For Dogs 2 to 200 Pounds. Regular and Custom Sizing. Harnesses, Clothing, Carriers, Accessories, Travel Gear, Toys, Gifts and lots more. Please see ad on p 50.

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Venus De Fido 73600 Alessandro Drive Palm Desert, California 92260 (760) 834-7070, venusdefido.com Please see ad on p 2.

Grooming

Barkingham Pet Hotel California 73650 Dinah Shore Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92211 (760) 699-8328 www.pethotelcalifornia.com Please see ad on p 126/127.

The Pet Spaw 73-911 Hwy 111, Palm Desert, (760) 346-3461, www. thepetspawpalmdesert.com At the Pet Spaw, we love what we do and we’re passionate about dog grooming!

Please see ad on p 100.

Venus De Fido 73600 Alessandro Drive Palm Desert, California 92260 (760) 834-7070, venusdefido. com. A health and wellness luxury spa for pets and their people.

Please see ad on p 2.

Barking Beauties (760) 851-4679 Uptown Dog Grooming (760) 779-9900 Ritzi Rover Pet Grooming (760) 341-4133 Super Mutts (760) 776-9201

Compounding Pharmacy

Town Center Compounding Pharmacy (760) 341-3984

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Catio King www.catioking.com (760) 424-9789 Custom outdoor cat enclosures Please see ad on p 25.

Palm Desert Dog Parks Civic Center Park Northeast corner of Fred Waring Drive and San Pablo Avenue Freedom Park 77400 Country Club Drive Joe Mann Park 77810 California Drive adjacent to the Palm Desert Country Club Homeowners Association University Dog Park 74802 University Park Drive Cahuilla Hills Park 45825 Edgehill Drive Cap Homme / Ralph Adams Park 72500 Thrush Road Visit Palm Desert’s website for information about each park: www.cityofpalmdesert.org/ Index.aspx?page=543

Resources

Animal Control and licensing for Palm Desert is a function of the Coachella Valley Animal Campus.

Animal Control Riverside County Animal Services, 72-050 Petland Place, Thousand Palms, (760) 343-3644

FirstMate Canada’s choice for quality pet food is now available in the desert, see ad and coupon on page 3. www.firstmate.com Please see ad on p 3.

Jiminy’s Delicious, nutritious, sustainable & humanely sourced treats. www.jiminys.com Please see ad on p 37.

Lucy Pet lucypetproducts.com Please see ad on p 26.

Multipure Water Filtration System www.multipureusa.com/tsally (760) 673-7370 USA, (604) 484-8457 Canada Please see ad on p 70.

Neko Flies nekoflies.com Please see ad on p 75.

NomNomNow nomnomnow.com Schnauzer Shorts Magazine www.schnauzer-shorts.com Please see ad on p 96.

See page 111 for a listing of local pet sitters, trainers and other pet service providers who serve multiple cities.

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Animal Samaritans 42-150B Jackson St. Suite 106, Indio, CA 92203 animalsamaritans.org (760) 343-3477 Please see ad on p 86/87.

VCA – All Creatures Animal Hospital 78-267 Highway 111 La Quinta, (760) 564-1154, www.vcahospitals.com/ all-creatures-ca. We provide comprehensive veterinary care for all species of critter.

Please see ad on p 36.

Village Park Animal Hospital 51-230 Eisenhower Dr., La Quinta, (760) 564-3833 VillageParkAnimalHospital. com, A full-service, small animal veterinary hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care for the life of your pet.

Please see ad on p 51.

Desert Dunes Animal Hospital (760) 345-8227 VCA – Valley Animal Medical Center (760) 342-4711

Dog Training Facility

Dream Dogs 45090 Golf Center Parkway Unit B, Indio, (760) 899-7272, www.dreamdogs.com.

Scheduled classes and by appointment only A Positive Approach to Training Your Pet. We offer the highest level of professionalism, equipment and products.

Please see ad on p 59.

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Boarding & Daycare/ Pet Sitting

The Grand Paw 51750 Jackson St., Indio, (760) 398-9900. www.thegrandpaw.com, Whether you’re looking for pet boarding or doggie day care, your precious pooch will receive the best in pet care at The Grand Paw. Please see ad on p 99.

VCA – All Creatures Animal Hospital 78-267 Highway 111 La Quinta, (760) 564-1154, www.vcahospitals.com/ all-creatures-ca. We provide comprehensive veterinary care for all species of critter.

Please see ad on p 36.

Grooming

The Grand Paw 51750 Jackson St., Indio, (760) 398-9900. www.thegrandpaw.com Please see ad on p 99.

Village Park Animal Hospital 51-230 Eisenhower Dr., La Quinta, (760) 564-3833 www.VillageParkAnimal Hospital.com Please see ad on p 51.

VCA – All Creatures Animal Hospital 78-267 Highway 111 La Quinta, (760) 564-1154, www.vcahospitals.com/allcreatures-ca Please see ad on p 36.

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Retail & Pet Stores/ Boutique

Pet Oasis 42-220 Washington St., Bermuda Dunes (next to Home Goods), (760) 345-3199 Our mission is to provide you with top-quality food and supplies for your pet companion.

Please see ad on p 17.

Village Park Animal Hospital 51-230 Eisenhower Dr. La Quinta, (760) 564-3833 www.VillageParkAnimal Hospital.com Please see ad on p 51.

The Grand Paw 51750 Jackson St., Indio, (760) 398-9900. www.thegrandpaw.com Please see ad on p 99.

Desert Feed Bag (760) 342-6602

Pet Rescue The Pet Rescue Center 83-496 Avenue 51, Coachella, (760) 398-7722, coachellapetrescuecenter.org. ”Celebrating 19 years of lifesaving love!”

Please see ad on p 55.

Dog Parks Mulligan Dog Park - Indio 45355 Van Buren St., Indio Pioneer Dog Park - La Quinta 45-130 Seeley Dr., La Quinta Fritz Burns Park - La Quinta Corner of Calle Sinaloa (Ave. 52) and Avenida Bermudas near the tennis courts

coachella valleywide services The list below includes businesses that do not necessarily have a brick & mortar location but provide services for the Coachella Valley.

Clubs

Kennel Club of Palm Springs kennelclubpalmsprings.org Coachella Valley Dog Club www.cvdogclub.com Standard Poodle Club www.spoodles.org

Pet Sitters & Pet Waste Removal Service

Animal Attraction In-home cat care services.

Tim Sally, (760) 673-7370 www.animal-attraction.info Please see ad on p 102.

DSS by Kat www.dssbykat.com, (760) 460-1047 Please see ad on p 102.

Elite Pet Care Palm Springs Elite Pet Care is locally owned & operated by Joan Demiany and her team of professional pet sitters. Doggie Daycare is located in the Movie Colony area of Palm Springs. (760) 320-4710 Please see ad on p 103.

Got Dooky?

866-229-9289, www.gotdooky. com. Founded in 2007, Got Dooky? provides homeowners and their communities with year round professional pet waste removal service. Browse our site to learn more.

Please see ad on p 103.

Mobile Veterinarian

Veterinarian on the Run Mobile veterinarian (760) 898-2627 vetontherun.com

Services

Multipure Water Filtration System multipureusa.com/tsally (760) 673-7370 USA, 604-484-8457 Canada Please see ad on p 70.

Pet Cremation Center (760) 401-6700, (760) 449-7291 petcremationcenter.com Please see ad on back cover.

Trainers

Best Paw Forward Valerie Masi, (760) 885-9450 www.BestPawForwardDogTraining.com Please see ad on p 73.

Dream Dogs Lori Wainio-Carman 45090 Golf Center Parkway Unit B, Indio, (760) 899-7272 www.dreamdogs.com Please see ad on p 59.

PS Dog Training Ellen Wade, (760) 365-2628. www.psdogtraining.com Please see ad on p 112.

Resources

Animal Samaritans Shelter and Adoption Center 72-307 Ramon Road, Thousand Palms, CA 92276 (760) 343-3477 animalsamaritans.org Please see ad on p 86/87.

California Paws Rescue Center (760) 699-8328 californiapawsrescue.org Please see ad on p 127.

Coachella Animal Network (760) 848-4284 coachellaanimalnetwork.org C.A.N. is a non-profit 501c(3) organization dedicated to organizing low cost dog/cat sterilization clinics and promoting responsible pet ownership in the low income residents of Coachella Valley.

Humane Society of the Desert 17825 N. Indian Canyon Ave., N Palm Springs, orphanpet. com (760) 329-0203.

Please see ad on p 39.

Loving All Animals 44635 San Rafael, Palm Desert, CA 92260, (760) 834-7000, lovingallanimals.org Please see ad on p 88/89.

Palm Springs Animal Shelter 4575 E. Mesquite Ave. Palm Springs, (760) 416-5718 Please see ad on p 96.

Pegasus Therapeutic Riding 35-450B Pegasus Court, Palm Desert, CA pegasusridingacademy.org Please see ad on p 29.

The Pet Rescue Center (760) 398-7722, coachellapetrescuecenter.org.

Please see ad on p 55.

Paws & Hearts (760) 836-1406 www.pawsandhearts.org Please see ad on p 90.

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yucca valley Boarding

Joshua Tree Pet Resort 63381 Quail Springs Rd, Joshua Tree, (760) 974-0218, joshuatreepetboarding.com Blue Barn Ranch (Horse Boarding Stable) 3070 Yucca Mesa Rd, Yucca Valley, (760) 965-6019, bluebarnranch.com

Grooming Training programs to meet the needs of your dog and satisfy your training goals, including: house breaking, obedience training (on or off leash), rally obedience, agility, and conformation training.

The Posh Pooch 56734 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley, (760) 369-0528, theposhpoochsalon.com Dirty Dog-O-Mat 7305 Apache Trail, Yucca Valley, (760) 3657985, dirtydogomat.com Sandy Paws Pet Grooming 7324 Pioneertown Rd, Yucca Valley, (760) 228-1233, sandypawsgrooming.org Doggie Style Pet Grooming 55595 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley, (760) 820-1240, doggroomingyv.com Josie’s Dog Grooming 56881 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley, (760) 228-2127

Ellen Wade uses a combination of positive reinforcement, clicker training, and food/toy rewards to create an enjoyable learning atmosphere that works for your dog.

Private Lessons Group Lessons Sleep Away School 30 + years experience

Puppy Pre-school

For more information please call us at

(760) 365-2628 psdogtraining.com

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Petco Pet Store 58713 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley, (760) 228-3264

Retail & Pet Store

Big Morongo Feed & Tack 49742 29 Palms Hwy, Morongo Valley, CA (760) 363-2175 Fins and Fangs 57466 29 Palms Hwy, Yucca Valley, CA (760) 418-5345

Veterinarians

Companion Animal Clinic 7332 Pioneertown Rd, Yucca Valley (760) 228-1474 www.companionanimalclinicca.com

idyllwild area resources VCA Yucca Valley Animal Hospital 57185 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley, (760) 365-0641 www.vcahospitals.com/yucca-valley VCA Yucca Valley Animal Hospital 70513 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms, (760) 367-9511 www.vcahospitals.com/29-palms

Training

PS Dog Training, Ellen Wade, (760) 365-2628, Providing positive, individually tailored dog training services to California’s high and low desert areas.

Please see ad on p 112.

Dog Park

8490 Warren Vista Ave, Yucca Valley

Resources

Morongo Basin Humane Society (760) 366-3786 www.mbhumanesociety.com Animal Action League (760) 366-1100 Joshua Tree National Park Dogs in Parks Regulations: Although many national park visitors enjoy the companionship of their dog pets when on vacation, dogs are not a beneficial addition to natural ecosystems such as those found in Joshua Tree National Park.

While dogs, when accompanied by their owners, are allowed in the park, their activities are restricted by the Code of Federal Regulations: Pets must be restrained on a leash that does not exceed six feet in length, or otherwise be physically confined at all times.

36CFR 2.15 (b)(2): Leaving a pet unattended and tied to an object is prohibited. 36CFR 2.15 (b)(3): Pets are prohibited on trails and beyond 100 feet from legally open roads and campgrounds.

Source: www.us-parks.com/joshua-treenational-park/dogs-in-parks.html

Retail & Pet Stores

Mountain Paws Pet Boutique 54380 N Cir Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549 (951) 468-4086

Grooming/Boarding Canine Klips 54385 North Circle Dr. Ste. # 153 Idyllwild, CA 92549 (951) 527-0011 Please see ad on p 63.

Love On A Leash 54585 N Circle Dr. Idyllwild, CA 92549 (951) 659-9020 Randi’s Rascals (951) 659-0439

Products

Natural Monarch Pet Food Store 25880 CA-243 Idyllwild, CA 92549 (760) 666-2724

Art/Pet Portraits Let It Shine Terri French (619) 933-2306

Adoption/Rescue

Living Free Animal Sanctuary 54250 Keen Camp Rd Mountain Center, CA 92561 (951) 659-4687 www.living-free.org Please see ad on p 61.

Animal Rescue Friends of Idyllwild (951) 659-1122 http://arfidyllwild.weebly.com

Services

War Horse Creek 54250 Keen Camp Rd Mountain Center, CA 92561 (951) 659-4687 warhorsecreek@living-free.org Please see ad on p 31. petcompanionmag.com | Spring 2018 113

Lake Arrowhead Area Resources Lake Gregory Regional Park

Boarding

Veterinarians

Double Dog Ranch, Crestline, CA www.DoubleDogRanch.com (909) 338-8383

Rimforest Animal Hospital, 1299 Bear Springs Road, Rimforest, CA 92378 www.rimforestanimalhospital.com (909) 337-8589 Hours: M-Sat 8am-5pm

Groomers

Doggie Styles, 23833 Lake Dr, Crestline, CA 92325 (909) 338-5329 Head To Tail Pet Grooming, 23966 Springwater Rd., Crestline, CA 92325 (909) 338-5407 Lauren’s Grooming, 27219 CA-189, Blue Jay, CA 92317 (909) 337-5077 Jeani’s Mobile Grooming (909) 522-0111

Retail & Pet Stores

Arrowhead Animal Hospital, 27244 CA-189, Blue Jay, CA 92317 www.arrowheadanimalhospital.com (909) 336-6800 Hours: M-F 7:30am-5pm, Sat 8am-3pm

Hiking

http://lakearrowheadchamber.com/ leads/hiking-guide/ Guide to hiking trails, rules and regulations, and parking pass information.

Three Dog Bakery, 28200 CA-189, Suite T240, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352 www.threedog.com/three-dog-bakerylake-arrowhead (909) 337-3157 Open 7 days

Lake Gregory Regional Park/Dog Park, South Shore, Crestline, CA 92325 (909) 338-2233 2.7-mile fitness trail. Dogs must be on a leash.

Pet Shelters & Adoptions

Lake Gregory Regional Park/Dog Park, South Shore, Crestline, CA 92325 (909) 338-2233 Half-acre fenced, offleash area split for large and small dogs.

Tommy’s Pet Studio, 27177 CA-189, Blue Jay, CA 92317 www.tommyspetstudio.com (909) 336-1061 Open 7 days

Mountains’ Humane Society, PO Box 452, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352 mountainshumanesociety@hotmail.com (909) 337-6422

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Dog Parks Cedar Glen Dog Park, 512 SR 173, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352 Fully fenced off-leash dog area with dog poop bags, surrounded by hiking trails.

Los Angeles County Area Resources BELLFLOWER

LONG BEACH

Animal Bellflower Pet Hospital & Hotel 10326 Artesia Blvd Bellflower, CA 90706 (562) 925-5300 bellflowerpethospital.com

Long Beach Animal Hospital 3816 E Anaheim St Long Beach, CA 90804 (562) 434-9966 www.lbah.com

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

Grooming/Spa

Animal Puppy LUV Pet Grooming 17405 Woodruff Ave Bellflower, CA 90706 (562) 920-0100

BEVERLY HILLS Animals Supplies

Animal Pussy & Pooch Pet Lifestyle Center 9388 S Santa Monica Blvd Beverly hills, CA 90210 (310) 221-8644 www.pussyandpooch.com/ beverly-hills

CERRITOS

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

VCA Lakewood Animal Hospital 10701 South St Cerritos , CAÂ 90703 (562) 926-3600 vcahospitals.com

LAKEWOOD

Grooming/Spa

Animal Sudsy Dog 6410 Del Amo Blvd Lakewood, CA 90713 (562) 377-1360 www.sudsydog.net/home

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

Belmont Heights Animal Hospital 255 Redondo Ave Long Beach, CA 90803 (562) 439-6871 www.belmontheightsvet. com/ Beach Veterinary Hospital 2741 E 4th St Long Beach, CA 90814 (562) 433-3400 www.beachvethospital.com/ Belmont Shore Veterinary Hospital 6222 E Pacific Coast Hwy Long Beach, CA 90803 (562) 961-0028 www.belmontshorevet.com/

Grooming/Spa

Soggy Dog Grooming & Pet Supplies 344 E 4th St Long Beach, CA 90802 (562) 432-6934 soggydoglongbeach.com Dirty Paws 4501 E Carson St #102 Long Beach, CA 90808 (562) 420-2277 dirtypawlb.com/

You Dirty Dog 3040 Woodruff Ave Long Beach, CA 90808 (562) 429-1980

Retail/Pet Store

Pussy and Pooch 4818 E 2nd Street, Long Beach, CA 90803 (562) 434-7700 www.pussyandpooch.com/ Healthy Spot 6433 E. Pacific Coast Highway Unit A-5 Long Beach, CA 90803 (562) 596-6800 healthyspot.com/

LOS ANGELES Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

Banfield Pet Hospital 330 S La Cienega Blvd Los Angeles CA 90048 (310) 289-7952 www.banfield.com/ Carlsen Animal Hospital 11163 La Grange Ave Los Angeles, CA 90025 (310) 445-4692 www.carlsenvet.com/ Overland Veterinary Clinic 3465 Overland Ave Los Angeles, CA 90034 (310) 559-2424 overlandvetclinic.com/

Grooming/Spa

Paws & Claws Pet Grooming 3726 E 7th St Long Beach, CA 90804 (562) 439-0400

Tailwaggers & Tailwashers 1929 N Bronson Ave Los Angeles, CA 90068 (323) 464-9600 www.tailwaggerspets.com/ blog/

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Los Angeles County Area Resources continued Animal Tender Loving Care Pet Spa 10948 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025 (310) 479-4319 www.tenderloving carepetspa.com/ Animal Pampered Tails 3101 Overland Ave D Los Angeles, CA 90034 (310) 990-8025 www.pamperedtails.com/ Pussy & Pooch Pethouse and Pawbar 564 S Main St Los Angeles,CA 90013 (213) 438-0900 www.pussyandpooch.com/ downtown-la

Retail/Pet Store

Allan’s Aquarium & Pet 12003 W Pico Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90064 (424) 832-3009 Animal Bark n’ Bitches Dog Boutique 505 N Fairfax Ave Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 655-0155 www.barknbitches.com/ Animal Crackers 8023 Beverly Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90048 (323) 658-1919 www.animalcrackersla.com/ Animal Westside Pet Shop 10588 W Pico Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90064 (310) 202-1076 westsidepetstop.com/ Healthy Spot 8126 Beverly Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90048 (323) 486-5500 healthyspot.com/ 116

Katie’s Pet Depot 12423 Wilshire Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025 (310) 828-4545 katiespetdepotwestla.com/ My Pet Naturally 12001 W Pico Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90064 (310) 477-3030 mypetnaturally.com/ The Loved Dog 2100 Pontius Ave Los Angeles, CA 90025 (310) 914-3033 theloveddog.com/ The Urban Pet 7515 Beverly Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 933-2100 www.theurbanpet.net/

Rescue/Shelter

Fur Baby Rescue 3030 Hill St Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 840-0153 www.furbabyrescue.org/ NKLA Pet Adoption 1845 Pontius Ave Los Angeles, CA 90025 (424) 208-8840 www.nkla.org North Central Animal Shelter 3201 Lacy St Los Angeles, CA 90031 (213) 485-5767 www.laanimalservices.com/ shelters/ The Vanderpump Dog Foundation 8134 W 3rd St Los Angeles, CA 90048 (323) 852-3647 www.vanderpumpdogs.org/

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PASADENA

Rescue/Shelter

Pasadena Humane Society and SPCA 361 S Raymond Ave Pasadena, CA 91105 (626) 792-7151 pasadenahumane.org/

WEST HOLLYWOOD Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

VCA Miller-Robertson Animal Hopital 8807 Melrose Ave West Hollywood, CA90069 (310) 657-7050 vcahospitals.com/

Dog Parks

Laurel Canyon Dog Park 8260 Mulholland Dr. Barrington Dog Park 333 S Barrington Ave. William S. Hart Park 8341 De Longpre Ave. (right off the Sunset Strip) Century City Westfield Mall Dog Park 10250 Santa Monica Blvd.

If you’re looking for a day at the beach, you’ll have to head out of LA. The Dog Beach at Huntington Beach and Rosie’s Dog Beach in Long Beach are great for a little sandbetween-your-paws adventuring.

Social

PupScout www.meetup.com/ Beverly-Hills-Pupscouts/

West Hollywood Animal Hospital 9000 Santa Monica Blvd West Hollywood, CA 90069 (310) 275-0055 www.wh-ah.com/index.htm

VCA Bay Cities Animal Hospital 13476 W Washington Blvd Marina del Rey , CA 90292 (310) 821-4967 vcahospitals.com/bay-cities

Retail/Pet Store

Retail/Pet Store

Cat Practice 4716 Lincoln Blvd # B Marina del Rey, CA 90292 (310) 773-9286 www.thecatpracticela.com/

MANHATTAN BEACH

D.O.G Pet Boutique 346 N La Cienega Blvd West Hollywood, CA 90048 (310) 652-6321 dogpetboutique.com/

SANTA MONICA Grooming/Spa

Paws and Effect Pet Spa 3030 Pico Blvd Santa Monica, CA 90405 (310) 450-9017 www.paws-effect.com/

Retail/Pet Store

Animal Kingdom 302 Pico Blvd Santa Monica, CA 90405 (310) 392-4074 animalkingdomsm.com/ Bark Williams 2901 Ocean Park Blvd #118 Santa Monica, Ca 90405 (310) 664-7009 www.barkwilliams.com/ Natural Aquarium 2836 Santa Monica Blvd Santa Monica, CA 90404 (310) 829-6180 The Naked Dog 2621 Lincoln Blvd Santa Monica, CA 90405 (310) 450-6759 thenakeddogshop.com

MARINA DEL REY Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

Animal Wellness Center 4053 Lincoln Blvd Marina del Rey, CA 90292 (310) 450– 7387 animalwellnesscenters.com/

EL SEGUNDO

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

El Segundo Animal Hospital 240 Center St El Segundo, CA 90245 (310) 606-8811

Healthy Spot 204 S Sepulveda Blvd Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (424) 352-1300 healthyspot.com/

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

Manhattan Beach Animal Hospital 1590 Rosecrans Ave, Suite A Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (310) 536-9654 www.manhattanbeach animalhospital.com/ Animal Medical Group 1401 N Sepulveda Blvd Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (310) 546-5731 www.amgvets.com/

Banfield Pet Hospital 730 S Sepulveda Blvd El Segundo, CA 90245 (310) 333-0620 www.banfield.com/

Groomer/Spa

Groomer/Spa

The Pet Wash 100 W Imperial Ave, Suite G El Segundo, CA 90245 (310) 648-7599 thepetwash.com/

Daycare/Boarding The Grateful Dogs Clubhouse 202 Illinois St El Segundo, CA 90245 (310) 364-0011 gratefuldogs.net/

El Segundo Pet Resort 231 E Franklin Ave El Segundo, CA 90245 (310) 322-6506 elsegundopetresort.com/ Yellow Brick Road Doggie 1501 E El Segundo Blvd El Segundo, CA 90245 (310) 606-5507 yellowbrickroaddoggie.com/

Bubbles Pet Spa 2110 Highland Ave Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (310) 545-5294 www.bubblespetspa.com/ The Loving Groomer 233 10th St Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (310) 944-0097 southbaymobilegrooming. com/ Fuji Pet Salon 1215 N Sepulveda Blvd Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (310) 545-8209

VENICE

Animal Store

The Modern Dog 1611 Abbot Kinney Blvd Venice, CA 90291 (310) 450-2275 www.come-sit-stay.com/

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Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

Anaheim Animal Care & Pet Hospital 1177 N. Magnolia Ave. Anaheim, CA 92801 (714) 527-9292 anaheimanimalcare.com Anaheim Hills Pet Clinic 5799 E. La Palma Anaheim, CA 92807 (714) 779-2101 www.anaheimhillsvet.com Cottage Pet Hospital 900 E. Broadway Anaheim, CA 92805 (714) 535-6714 cottagepethospital.com/ YCA Yorba Regional Animal Hospital 8290 Crystal Dr Anaheim, CA 92807 (714) 921-8700 vcahospitals.com

Products & Services

Jackboy’s Dog Bakery 430 S. Anaheim Hills Rd., G Anaheim, CA 92807 (714) 322-8172 www.jackboydogbakery.com

Retail/Pet Store

Anaheim Feed & Pet Supply 1730 N. Lemon St. Anaheim, CA 92801 (714) 992-2012 www.anaheimfeed.com Nature’s Select 148 E. Orangethorpe Ave. Anaheim, CA 92801 (714) 993-5500 Petco Animal Supplies 430 N. Euclid St. Anaheim, CA 92801 (714) 635-1714 118

8092 E. Santa Ana Cnyn Rd. Anaheim, CA 92808 (714) 998-6833 petco.com Pet Supply Warehouse 5729 E. La Palma Ave. Anaheim, CA 97807 (714) 777-9970 www.pswcares.com

The Naked Dog 701 S. Weir Canyon Rd, 111 Anaheim, CA 92808 (714) 974-7387 www.thenakeddogshop.com

BREA

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

Banfield Pet Hospital 2465 E. Imperial Hwy. Brea, CA 92821 (714) 256-4616 www.banfield.com Brea Veterinary Hospital 675 S. Brea Blvd.

Brea, CA 92821 (714) 529-4988 www.breavet.com

Grooming/Spa

Ann’s Pet Grooming 405 S. State College Blvd.

Brea, CA 92821 (714) 256-8388 www.annspetgrooming.com

Brea Grooming 1167 W. Central Ave. Brea, CA 92821 (714) 833-4668 Chateau Le Pooch 860 Imperial Hwy., M Brea, CA 92821 (714) 482-0452 chateaulepooch.com

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Retail/Pet Store

Kriser’s Natural Pet 3341 E. Imperial Hwy Brea, CA 92823 (657) 444-2766 krisers.com Petco Animal Supplies 2500 Imperial Hwy, 114 Brea, CA 92821 (714) 255-8162 petco.com PetSmart 2465 E. Imperial Hwy Brea, CA 92821 (714) 256-0205 www.petsmart.com

CORONA

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

AAA Animal Hospital 425 E 6th St Corona, CA 92879 (951) 371-7117 www.aaaanimalhospital.com Centennial Animal Hospital 1935 Compton Ave Corona, CA 92881 (951) 371-7383 centennialanimalhospital.net VCA Aacacia Animal Hosp.

939 W 6th St Corona, CA 92882 (951) 371-1002 vcahospitals.com/aacacia

Boarding/Day Care Puppy World 301 W 6th St Suite 101 Corona, CA 92882 (951) 279-2384

Grooming/Spa Doggie Spa Corona 2284 Griffin Way #105 Corona, CA 92879 (909) 239-7014 doggiespacorona.com/

Pets Choice Grooming & Supply 4300 Green River Rd #114 Corona, CA 92880 (951) 272-5716 petschoicegrooming.com Star Struck Grooming Salon 1411 Rimpau Ave Suite 115 Corona, CA 92879 (951) 738-8228 starstruckgroomingsalon.com The Paw Spa 320 S Main St Corona, CA 92882 (951) 371-2250 www.coronapawspa.com

Products & Services

Jackboy’s Dog Bakery 109 N Maple St unit B Corona, CA 92880 (805) 556-4122 www.jackboydogbakery.com Nature’s Specialties Manufacturing 422 N Smith Ave Corona, CA 92880 (800) 551-7627 www.naturesspecialties.com/

Retail/Pet Store

The Fancy Puppy 530 Hidden Valley Pkwy #102 Corona, CA 92879 (951) 278-9844 www.fancypuppystore.com Yuppie Puppy Pet Shop 1218 Magnolia Ave Corona, CA 92881 (951) 582-0690

Shelter/Rescue/ Foster/Assistance

Corona Animal Shelter 1330 Magnolia Ave Corona, CA 92879 (951) 736-2309 www.coronaca.gov

FULLERTON

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

Airport Animal Hospital 2433 W. Commonwealth Ave. Fullerton, CA 92833 (714) 879-4531 www.airportanimal.net Commonwealth Animal Hospital 1941 W. Commonwealth Ave. Fullerton, CA 92833 (714) 525-2355 www.cwahosp.com Fullerton Hills Pet Clinic 1805 N. Euclid St. Fullerton, CA 92835 (714) 879-4380 Noah’s Ark Animal Hospital 422 N. Euclid St. Fullerton, CA 92832 (714) 525-2202 noahsarkfullerton.com Sunnycrest Animal Care Center 951 W. Bastanchury Rd. Fullerton, CA 92835 (714) 871-3000 sunnycrestanimalcare.com

Tri-City Pet Hospital 1145 S. Placentia Ave. Fullerton, CA 92831 (714) 870-9090 www.tri-citypet.com

Grooming/Spa

All About Puppies 1064 E. Bastanchury Rd. Fullerton, CA 92835 (714) 784-6641 allaboutpuppiesinc.com

Products & Service

Furry Belly Bakery 106 1/2, N. Harbor Blvd.

Fullerton, CA 92832 (657) 217-1566 www.furrybellydeli.com

Retail/Pet Store Petian 235 N. Euclid St. Fullerton, CA 92832 (714) 992-5030 www.petian.net

PetSmart 1411 S. Harbor Blvd.

Fullerton, CA 92832 (714) 992-5116 www.petsmart.com

NORCO

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian Atlas Pet Hospital 1560 Hamner Ave Norco, CA 92860 (951) 737-1242 atlaspethosp.com/

Norco Animal Hospital 892 Sixth St Norco, CA 92860 (951) 339-2219

PLACENTIA

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

Placentia Veterinary Clinic 234 E. Yorba Linda Blvd.

Placentia, CA 92870 (714) 528-3145 placentiaveterinaryclinic.com

Yolinda Animal Hospital 1407 N. Rose Dr. Placentia, CA 92870 (714) 524-1156 www.yolindavet.com

Grooming/Spa

Angel Pet Grooming Gallery 1280 E. Yorba Linda Blvd.

Placentia, CA 92870 (714) 572-1444 Groomingtails Pet Spa 1825 E. Orangethorpe Ave. Placentia, CA 92870 (714) 579-1016 groomingtailspetspa.com

Orange County & Inland Empire Area Resources continued Groom & Board 1158 E. Yorba Linda Blvd.

Placentia, CA 92870 (714) 854-9495 www.groomandboard.com Pawsatively Elegant 1525 N. Placentia Ave. Placentia, CA 92870 (714) 961-9247 pawsativelyelegant.com

RIVERSIDE

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

Riverside Animal Hospital 6162 Magnolia Ave Riverside, CA 92506 (951) 683-4200 riversideanimalhospital9. berlindoener.info/ Riverside Cat Hospital 11411 Magnolia Ave Riverside, CA 92505 (951) 785-5287 www.riversidecathospital.net

The Pets Place Animal Hospital 625 W La Cadena Dr. Riverside, CA 92501 (951) 684-2181 thepetsplaceanimalhospital. com

Grooming/Spa

Candies Pet Grooming 6846 Roanoak Pl Riverside, CA 92506 (951) 743-2625 Love Pups Grooming 6200 Pegasus Dr #4 Riverside, CA 92503 (951) 221-3735 Pampered Pets 6779 Brockton Ave Riverside, CA 92506 (951) 784-2398 120

Plush Pups Boutique & Spa 10068 Magnolia Ave Riverside CA 92503 (951) 261-9504 www.plushpupspetboutiqueandspa.com

Greek & Associates Veterinary Hospital 23687 Via del Rio Yorba Linda, CA 92887 (714) 463-1190 gavh.net

Riverside Grooming 3243 Arlington Ave Riverside, CA 92506 (951) 233-5166 riversidegrooming.com

Yorba Linda Pet Care Center 4935 Yorba Ranch Rd., C Yorba Linda, CA 92887 (714) 777-1677 yorbalindapetcarecenter.com

Riverside Pet Grooming 10555 Indiana Ave #106 Riverside, CA 92503 (951) 343-3222 riversidepetgrooming.com

Grooming/Spa

Tina’s Pet Palace 2955 Van Buren Blvd. # H7 Riverside, CA 92503 (951) 403-4443 www.tinaspetpalace.com/

Furry Friends Pet Grooming 18292 Imperial Hwy. Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714) 693-9220 www.furryfriendspetspa.com

YORBA LINDA

SANTA ANA

Retail/Pet Store

Yorba Linda Feed Store 3782 Rose Dr. Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714) 524-3222 yorbalindafeedstore.com PetSmart 5521 Mirage St. Yorba Linda, CA 92887 (714) 637-8088 www.petsmart.com

Wild Birds Unlimited 17611 Yorba Linda Blvd.

Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714) 985-4928 yorbalinda.wbu.com

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

AM/PM Veterinary Hospital 4872 Olinda St. Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714) 779-1400 ampmvet.com

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Canine Custom Cuts 19665 Yorba Linda Blvd.

Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714) 779-1456

Grooming/Spa Continental Dog Groomers 2441 N Tustin Ave # L Santa Ana, CA 92705 (714) 541-4011 Sweet Paws Pet Grooming 2124 N Tustin Ave Santa Ana, CA 92705 (714) 453-2870 sweetpawspetgrooming.com

Daycare/Boarding

Grand Pet Care Center 1602 N Grand Ave Santa Ana, CA 92701 (714) 558-7622 www.grandpetcare.com

TUSTIN

ORANGE

Animal Clinic of Tustin Ranch 13115 Jamboree Rd Tustin, CA 92782 (714) 730-1442 www.actri.net

Orange Pet Clinic 811 E Katella Ave Orange, CA 92867 (714) 771-3870 www.orangepetclinic.com/

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

Tustana Animal Hospital 1142 El Camino Real Tustin, CA 92780 (714) 544-4440 www.tustana.com Tustin Santa Ana Pet Hospital 741 W First St Tustin, CA 92780 (714) 544-3124 www.tustinsantaanaveterinaryhospital.com

Grooming/Spa

Blue Ribbon Pet Grooming 14425 Newport Ave., Suite A Tustin, CA 92780 (714) 730-3961 El Camino Pet Grooming 301 El Camino Real Tustin, CA 92780 (714) 832-4361 elcaminopetgrooming.com

TLC Pet Shop & Grooming 12932 Newport Ave # 17 Tustin, CA 92780 (714) 838-5492

Shelter/Rescue/ Foster/Assistance

Caring Friends Cat Rescue 2741 El Camino Real Tustin, CA 92782 (714) 745-5725 caringfriendscatrescue.com

Dog Parks

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

Pet Hospital 3411 E Chapman Ave Orange, CA 92869 714-771-3261Â pethospitalorange.com

Costa Mesa Bark Park 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Closed Wednesdays for maintenance 890 Arlington Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (949) 733-4101 costamesabarkpark.com

Retail/Pet Store

Paw In Order 618 W Collins Ave Orange, CA 92867 (714) 628-9446 www.pawinorder.com

Fullerton Pooch Park 7:00am to 8:00pm Closed Wednesdays 201 S Basque Avenue Fullerton, CA 92833 (714) 738-6575 www.cityoffullerton.com

Grooming/Spa Happy Paw Salon 665 N Tustin St Orange, CA 92867 (714) 705-0700

Fur Paradise Pet Grooming 1908 N Tustin St Orange, CA 92865 (714) 283-1909 Shelter/Rescue/ Foster/Assistance OC Animal Care 561 The City Dr S Orange, CA 92868 (714) 935-6848 www.ocpetinfo.com

Brea Wildcatters Dog Park Open daily 7am to dusk Closed Thursdays from 7 a.m.

- 12 p.m. for maintenance, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day 3450 E. Santa Fe Road Brea, CA 92821 (714) 671-4437 www.ci.brea.ca.us

Garden Grove Dog Park 7 days a week, dawn to dusk 9301 Westminster Ave Garden Grove, CA 92844 (714) 741-5200 Orange Dog Park Dawn to dusk Closed Wednesdays for maintenance 190 S. Yorba Street Orange, CA 92867 www.orangedogpark.com Pat Merritt Dog Park 6181 Limonite Frontage Rd Riverside, CA 92509

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Leash Free In ‘SD’

by Anna West

DMost dogs prefer to run, play, and

ogs are curious creatures by nature.

explore their surroundings free from the confines of a leash. If you are anything like me, seeing your dog sprint across the beach after a tennis ball or play with other dogs at the local dog park brings so much joy (not to mention the bonus of a tired pet)! However, because of the ever-increasing population of dogs (and people) in San Diego, leash laws are making finding a place to let your pet off leash more and more difficult.

Don’t get me wrong, even though I’m an advocate for leash-free play, I understand these leash-laws are instituted for good reason and appreci-

ate that they are in place to keep both people and pets safe. The law in San Diego County, as it currently stands, is “any dog that is brought into a public or private area where dogs are permitted must be restrained by a handheld leash no longer than eight feet in length.”

There are many gorgeous walks you can take, restaurants you can enjoy, and trails you can explore with your pet on leash, but what if you want to give your dog some off-leash play time?

Where are the best spots to go?

In an area as pet-friendly as San Diego County, I knew there had to be some great spots that dogs and their owners can enjoy together without the hindrance of a leash. After doing some

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Del Mar Dog Beach, Del Mar— Since incorporation in 1959, Del Mar has been known as one of San Diego’s most dog-friendly cities and offers one of the two leash-free dog beach zones in San Diego. Del Mar also hosts the annual Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon hosted by the Helen Woodward Animal Center, a must-see for dog lovers! With a growing population and tourists on hand during the summer months, the city only allows off-leash play for 9 months of the year, starting the day after Labor Day and ending on June 15th. The most popular area for owners to bring their dogs is “North Beach,” an area north of 29th Street that stretches a half mile to the border of Solana Beach.

OB Dog Beach, Ocean Beach— Ocean Beach Dog Beach is San Diego’s only 24-hour beach for dogs. This canine-friendly zone is a sandy area at the north end of the beach, where dogs are always permitted off-leash.

Its combination of open ocean waves and calmer channel waters makes it a great playground for both rowdy surf dogs and the more timid paw waders. The amount of space and sand is quite large, but be prepared for crowds almost every day.

Fiesta Island, Mission Bay—Fiesta Island is truly one of my favorite spots, because you get the beach feel while still being able to explore the sandy island. Fiesta Island has so much to offer, for both people and dogs. It is rarely crowded and offers beautiful views of Mission Bay, downtown San Diego, and Sea World. Dogs can play on the beach side of the island, where they’ll enjoy lively ocean waves, or on the bay side, where the water is much

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calmer. There are also large fields to run around in, so Fiesta Island gives your pet the best of both worlds in one convenient location! But be sure to bring water, as there are no fresh water fountains within the park.

Nate’s Point Dog Park, Balboa Park— Visit one of San Diego’s most iconic locations and enjoy off-leash play with your dog at the same time? Yes, please!

Nate’s Point Dog Park is located on Balboa Park’s West Mesa, south of El Prado/Laurel Street and east of Balboa Drive. It is approximately 2.3 acres and completely fenced, with amenities that include a drinking fountain and picnic tables. Named for former San Diego city employee Nate Wells, the space has been used as a dog park since 1996. This park is open every day of the year and always has some fun friends for your dog to play with.

Viewpoint Park, Encinitas—For all you North County residents looking for a place to take your four-legged friend off leash, look no further! My favorite spot close to home is Viewpoint Park in Encinitas. This park does designate certain hours that your dog is allowed off leash, so be sure to check the website prior to making the trip. But once you’re there, you’ll enjoy the large grassy zone with amazing views of the ocean. The park provides bags, and a water fountain is available near the entrance. One cautionary note: The park is not completely fenced in, so if your dog tends to wander, this might not be the best spot to start off-leash training.

Whether you prefer to keep your pup on or off leash, San Diego County has so much to offer its pet owner community.

So wherever you take your dog, always play it safe and follow the posted rules and regulations. And have fun!

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San Diego Area Resources CORONADO

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

Crown Veterinary Hospital 817 Orange Avenue Coronado, CA 92118 (619) 435-6624 crownveterinaryhospital.com/ Coronado Veterinary Hospital 150 Orange Avenue Coronado, CA 92118 (619) 435-6281 nadovet.com/

SOLANA BEACH Grooming/Spa

Sydnee’s Pet Grooming Solana Beach 437 Highway 101 Solana Beach, CA 92075 (858) 704-4112 sydneespetgrooming.com/

Retail/Pet Store

Kahoots Pet Store 677 San Rodolfo Dr. Solana Beach, CA 92075 (858) 793-6883 kahootsfeedandpet.com/ Muttropolis Solana Beach 227 S Cedros Ave Solana Beach, CA 92075 (858) 755-3647 www.muttropolis.com/

SAN DIEGO

Animal Hospital/ Veterinarian

ABC Veterinary Hospital of Kearny Mesa 8020 Ronson Road San Diego, CA 92111 (858) 278-1825 www.abcvets.com/ ABC Veterinary Hospital of Pacific Beach 2032 Hornblend Street San Diego, CA 92109 (858) 270-4120 www.abcvets.com/

Amici Pet Hospital 2135 Columbia St San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 795-2400 amicipethospital.com/

Pacific Beach Vet. Clinic 1362 Garnet Avenue San Diego, CA 92109 (858) 272-6255 pbvetclinic.com/

Pooch Hotel 2120 Camino Del Rio North San Diego, CA 92108 (619) 491-0239 poochhotel.com/

Salty Dawg Pet Grooming 1460 Island Ave San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 237-0557 saltydawgsalon.com/

Point Loma Vet Clinic 1964 Sunset Cliffs Blvd San Diego, CA 92107 (619) 222-4482 pointlomavetclinic. com/

Snug Pet Resort 11339 Sorrento Valley San Diego, CA92121 (858) 257-1188 snugpetresort.com/

Star Grooming on 5th 1845 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 571-1795

B Street Veterinary Hospital 2675 B Street San Diego, CA 92102 (619) 237-0600 www.bstreetvet.com/

Shelter Island Vet Hospital 3625 Midway Drive San Diego, CA 92110 (619) 222-0597 shelterislandvet.com/

Clairemont Village Pet Clinic 3007 Clairemont Dr. Ste. G San Diego, CA 92117 (619) 275-5752 clairemontvet.com/

VCA Animal Emergency Hospital 2317 Hotel Circle South San Diego, Ca 92108 (619) 299-2400 www.vca.com

All About Animals 5622 La Jolla Boulevard San Diego, CA 92037 (858) 459-4583 allaboutanimals-lajolla.com/

Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Boulevard San Diego, CA 92110 (619) 260-1412 www.drexotic.com/

Cheshire Cat Clinic 4680 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA 2117 (858) 483-1573 cheshirecatclinic.com/ Lifetime Animal Care Center 4250 Clairemont Mesa Blvd Ste C San Diego, CA 92117 (858) 201-4174 lifetimeanimalcare. com/ Market Street Vet Clinic 633 7th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 230-1220 vcamarketstreet.com

Grooming/Spa

Canine Cleaners 10448 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, Ca 92124 (858) 503-6727

City Dog Veterinary Imaging 550 Park Blvd, Suite Center of San Diego 2102 7522 Clairemont Mesa San Diego, CA 92101 Blvd (619) 269-0201 San Diego, CA 92111 www.citydogsd.com/ (858) 634-5430 www.vicsd.com/ Hairy & Merry 2400 Kettner, Stu. 105 Veterinary Specialty San Diego, CA 92101 Hospital (844) 225-4364 10435 Sorrento Valley hairyandmerry.com/ Road San Diego, CA 92121 Gloria’s Pet Salon (858) 875-7500 7730 Herschel Avenue www.vshsd.com/ San Diego, CA 92037 (858) 454-1150

Boarding/Day Care

PB Pet Hotel 1964 Garnet Avenue San Diego, CA 92109 (858) 274-8844 www.pbcatssalon.com

Maggie’s Farm Natural Pet Grooming 1902 Rosecrans St San Diego, CA 92106 (619) 225-2210

Spawtlight Dog Salon & Spa 915 E Street San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 237-4420 spawtlightdog.com/ Sydnee’s Pet Grooming 929 Turquoise St San Diego, CA 92019 (858) 454-7387 sydneespetgrooming. com/ Uptown Woofs 1110 Torrey Pines Road San Diego, CA 92037 (858) 459-1111 uptownwoofs.com/

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Expert Grooming Available

California Grooming is a five-star grooming salon. Come by and meet Melissa and Kevin and see the magic they can do on your dogs.

Offering mud baths, spa treatments and pawdicures, too.

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Lori Weiner is a certified Clinical Pet Nutritionist (CPN) and will be available to consult with clients on proper nutrition for their pet.

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