Pet Companion Magazine, Summer 2017

THE LOCAL MAGAZINE FOR PET LOVERS SUMMER 2017

Scourges

of the Skin

Easy Life for Our Aging Pets Adventure Cats: Living Nine Lives to the Fullest

EVENTS

Eat|See|Hear: Summer Saturdays With Your Dog Where to Sit, Stay and Play in San Diego Is Lake Arrowhead Going to the Dogs?

Mayor Max Reports from Idyllwild Calendar

PLUS: TRAINING, GROOMING,

DAYCARE & BOARDING RESOURCES

Meet

BUDDY

of Living Free Animal Sanctuary

inside Features 14: Humane Society of the Desert

70: The SNIP Bus Makes Pet Care Easy

Saving lives for over 50 years

Mobile spay & neuter bus comes to you

54: Adventure Cats: Living Nine Lives to the Fullest

75: You Didn’t Lose a Pet, You Lost a Family Member

Book Review

By Richard Waxman

42–47: Resources for Pet Grooming, Boarding, Sitting, Daycare & Spas

Health 8: Scourges of the Skin

By Lillian Roberts, DVM

24: Easy Life for Our Aging Pets

By Kathryn Carlson, DVM

48: Play It Safe this Summer

By Brittany Yates, DVM

56: Keeping Your Cat Active Keep your cat mentally & physically agile

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Lifestyle 20: Eat|See|Hear: Summer

Saturdays With Your Dog

60: Is Lake Arrowhead

Going to the Dogs?

34: Idyllwild News

72: Where to Sit, Stay and Play in

San Diego

By Boogie Shoes

40: No Grass? No Problem!

58: GPS Tracking Devices Review

Link AKC & Find My Pet GPS

79: Events!

82: Local Resources

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Mayor Max Reports on Upcoming Events

Training 36: Tips & Ideas for Summer Fun

By Lori Carman, VSPDT

66: Oh No, I Taught My Dog ...

By Valerie Masi

28: Cover Story: Meet Buddy of Living Free Animal Sanctuary

By Alicia Bailey

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Scourges of the Skin?

by Lillian Roberts, DVM Country Club Animal Clinic

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kin is the largest organ of the body, and in many ways the most complex. It may seem odd to consider it an organ, since that designation includes the heart, kidneys, and liver, which require complicated tests to assess when something goes wrong. But the skin is right there on the surface, where it performs numerous essential functions.

For example, skin protects all the rest of the body from physical damage, heat and cold, as well as irritants and injury. It helps maintain normal body temperature by increasing or decreasing its circulation, producing sweat, or in the case of animals via complex adjustments in hair follicles to increase or reduce the insulating function of hair or fur. No other tissue is better at healing itself (except the modified “skin” that lines the mouth and other 8

cavities, which is called “mucosa”).

But with all this responsibility comes risk. Skin is amazingly complex, with pores, follicles, glands, nerves, blood vessels, and other components, all vulnerable to damage from sun, wind, heat, cold, trauma, infection, chemicals, allergens, and parasites. We now realize that most allergens enter the body through the skin, and a number of serious diseases can do so as well.

Skin conditions fall into several broad categories—infectious, parasitic, auto-immune, or they can be a reflection of internal maladies such as metabolic or genetic conditions.

However, this article is confined to the most common issues.

As summer approaches, the specific threats faced by skin alter because of shifts in weather, allergen types, activities (swimming, increased or type of

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activity), and travel.

The most obvious skin scourge for our pets (especially dogs, and cats that go outside or have contact with animals that do) is external parasites.

For example, here in the desert we rarely encounter fleas on our pets due to the dry air. But in most of the U.S., fleas are a constant and ubiquitous challenge, and the most

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common cause of itching in dogs. And it’s possible to establish a localized flea population in a single home, once the fleas ride in on a dog. It literally only takes one flea and a potted plan to offer enough humidity and a base population for an infestation.

In addition, ticks are a frequent threat both here and almost anywhere you might visit. These literal bloodsuckers are disgusting on their own, but their real threat to a pet’s health is through the diseases they can carry.

Mosquitoes also fall into this category. The news tells us about West Nile and other viruses carried by these pests, but for dogs the major threat is heartworm disease. Again, this is very uncommon here in the desert, but in parts of North

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America and other continents, it is a daily threat. Unfortunately, this condition has no outward signs until damage to the heart is irreversible.

What you can do: use excellent flea and tick protection when you travel, even for a weekend trip to the city. And the need for heartworm testing and prevention is clear. Your vet can help you find the products that are right for you.

Did you know that pets can get sunburned, and are prone to chapping of the nose and lips? They can even get skin cancer as a result of sun exposure. What you can do: apply sunscreen. Chapstick-type products with sun screen can be applied to the nose, lips, and ears, and spray-on products intended for children are considered safe for pets. But consider one of the newer products made just for pets, such as My Dog Nose It™, for daily use.

But clearly, parasites are only one of many things that bring dogs to the vet with skin complaints. The symptoms we hear most is that the pet is scratching “constantly.” Some have obvious flaking, redness, or rashes, but others don’t. Testing and treatment recommendations will depend on how badly the condition is affecting the pet’s—and by extension, the owner’s—life.

If you’re not sure, there is now a device that attaches to a

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dog’s collar that will literally keep track of how much time the pet spends scratching! (It also tracks activity and head shaking, which can be a sign of ear problems. It’s called Vetrax, it comes with an app—see your vet for details.) In any case, constant itching, head shaking, scooting, or foot chewing are most often signs of allergies in dogs and, to a lesser extent, cats.

The best thing about skin is that it’s out there for everyone to see.

Inspection of skin is quite direct. That doesn’t mean we never need testing, but in most cases, the testing is noninvasive and fairly easy. Faced with a nonspecific skin problem, most vets will start by just physically looking at the skin—something we obviously can’t do with most organs! Then we’ll take direct samples to check under the microscope for a better sense of what’s going on. Certainly blood tests may be needed to make sure that what we’re seeing on the outside isn’t a manifestation of something that’s happening on the inside, and in many cases we ultimately require a biopsy of the skin, but even these are very simple tests that don’t typically bother the pet much.

The second best thing about skin is that we can often treat it directly.

Since skin covers the body, we can frequently treat only the skin, e s p e c i a l ly long term.

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This reduces side effects and decreases our reliance on antibiotics that can lead to resistant infections. Shampoos, wipes, rinses, sprays, mousses, creams, ointments, and spot-on products are part of our everyday regimen when battling skin problems.

That said, some recent advances in systemic treatments (tablets and injections) have revolutionized the treatment of itchy skin.

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What you can do: be proactive. Bathe regularly, but not too often—the appropriate interval varies from pet to pet.

If you know your pet is prone to itchy skin, see your vet at the earliest signs of a flare-up. The sooner it’s treated, the easier it is to provide relief!

The third best thing about skin: it’s the part of your pet you have contact with every day. Be on the alert for changes. Lumps, bumps, rashes, hair loss, or spots that suddenly cause a reaction when touched can all be early signs of serious problems. Don’t wait for your pet’s regular check-up or expect the vet to find every abnormal spot. You, as the pet’s daily companion, know best what’s normal, so you’re best placed to spot any changes early.

Just as with humans, early detection is key!

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.

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Humane Society of the Desert Saving lives for over 50 years

by Alicia Bailey

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t was 1961 when the Humane Society of the Desert (HSD) was established with a small piece of land and just over a dozen kennels. The people at the heart of this effort had one goal: to help those animals who could not help themselves. In the beginning, the Humane Society was only equipped to help dogs, but in 1967 a small trailer was donated, allowing them to begin rescuing kittens. Today, HSD is one of Southern California’s largest no-kill animal sanctuaries, with the capacity to rescue dogs, cats, small animals, and even some types of farm animals and horses.

In 2005, generous board member and cat advocate Anne Barry donated the Barry Cat Rescue Center—this enabled the HSD to save more felines in need. The center is a 1,400-square-foot, cage-free building where cats

The Humane Society of the Desert is a tranquil oasis for homeless animals who need a second chance.

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roam free, play and soak up the sun in between visits with adopters and visitors. Each room has its own collection of comfy cat beds, cat trees, cubbies and other enrichment toys to keep everyone happy and provide a more natural meet-and-greet space for those looking to meet their purr-fect match.

The Humane Society of the Desert

has saved thousands of pets over the years, and despite being part of the national Humane Society, HSD is responsible for its own funding. Annual fundraising events, such as Le Chien during Fashion Week, as well as the generosity of donors and volunteers, are critical to continuing their compassionate work.

This type of generosity enabled HSD to acquire the Animal Hospital of Desert Hot Springs in 2015. The state-ofthe-art hospital is full service, not only offering monthly low-cost spay and neuter clinics but also rolling hospital profits back into strengthening the sanctuary.

The Humane Society of the Desert is a tranquil oasis for homeless animals who need a second chance. For some, that means a new forever family. For others, it means they are already home.

Whatever the situation, the Humane Society of the Desert will continue to be there for the neglected, abused and abandoned animals who rely on them.

Visit orphanpet.com for more information on programs, volunteer opportunities, and events or to make a donation.

Today, the Humane Society of the Desert is one of Southern California’s largest no-kill animal sanctuaries.

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STATS

Cats & Dogs 27%

of cats

are acquired as strays

78 million dogs 85.8 million cats

40% of dog owners 46% of cat owners

are owned in the U.S.

34%

found their pets through word of mouth

purchased from breeders of dogs are

47% 42%

of rehomed dogs

44%

of dogs

dogs 35%

of households in the U.S. have

cats

of rehomed cats

are rehomed because of “pet problems” (problematic behaviors, aggressive behaviors, grew larger than expected, or health problems owner couldn’t handle)

23%

of households in the U.S. have

31% of cats

are obtained from an animal shelter or humane society

Annually, approximately

1.5 million shelter animals are euthanized (670,000 dogs and 860,000 cats)

Source: https://www.aspca.org/animal-homelessness/shelter-intake-and-surrender/pet-statistics

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SUMMER EVENTS

Eat|See|Hear

Summer Saturdays With Your Dog

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he stars are out … the air is clear.

Thousands are gathered in chairs and on blankets under the night sky, enjoying the live music as they dine on cuisine that is freshly prepared and hot out of the kitchen. A white movie screen stands at the front, 3-1/2 stories tall and 60 feet wide. With 15 to 30 thousand lumens of projection and Line RA sound (a system custom built to create sharp, crisp sound outdoors), the packed audience knows it’s in for a treat. A hush falls as the movie begins, and many of the audience members circle three times on their blankets, then lie down with a contented sigh.

Yes, we’re talking about dogs—they make up a large part of this audi-

parents, they were inspired to make it pet-friendly—they even give a portion of all ticket sales to No Kill Los Angeles, their official nonprofit partner since 2013. Eat|See|Hear also supports Best Friends Animal Society–Los Angeles through various initiatives, including a Christmas in July special supply drive movie event. Planned this year for July 22nd, it will feature the movie Die Hard, and attendees are asked to bring pet supplies to donate to the organization.

Sharon and Jeff both began their careers in the music industry, then moved into marketing and branding.

Their idea for Eat|See|Hear came out of an assignment for an outdoor movie screening—they envisioned a pet-

ence, and they’re at the heart of the Eat|See|Hear experience. Founded by Sharon and Jeff Sperber in 2012, the event occupies venues throughout Los Angeles all summer long, bringing upand-coming local bands, gourmet food trucks, and the most professional projection and sound equipment available to give people and their pets an exciting Saturday night out.

“Los Angeles is the movie capital of the world,” says Sharon Sperber. “It has a lively music scene and it’s the place where food trucks began, so we wanted to provide an outdoor moviegoing experience with a production value worthy of Hollywood.” And as pet

friendly event that would unite communities and provide a Hollywoodstyle movie experience right in LA residents’ own neighborhoods. “When we initially formed Eat|See|Hear, we wanted to create an outdoor series in Los Angeles that fit our lifestyle and requirements—mainly to create an event space that was great for humans and their well-behaved pets.”

And it’s great to be a dog at Eat|See|Hear. All canine audience members are greeted at the door with free biscuits and treats at every event.

Water bowls are placed all around the venues and there are always extra doggie bags available for emergencies.

Food, movies and music— and man’s best friend is always welcome

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Eat|See|Hear events run all summer long in Santa Monica, Pasadena, downtown LA/Chinatown, North Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and at the Autry Museum in Griffith Park. “And this year,” says Sharon, “we’ll be holding a special celebration at the Los Angeles State Historic Park, which just reopened in late April after a 3-year renovation.”

Each venue holds from 2,000 to 3,500 people, and the Sperbers ensure that each is pet-friendly, filing for waivers when necessary to allow pets on the premises. And dogs, while they make up the largest percentage of the pet audience, they are not the only pets to show up at Eat|See|Hear events.

“People have brought cats, birds, even a rabbit on a leash!,” Sharon reports.

With all those pet lovers on hand, pet rescues are encouraged to attend with adoptable pets, and most events have a shelter or rescue in place to educate attendees about how they can help.

The winner of “Best Outdoor Movie Event” in Los Angeles Magazine’s Best of LA 2014, Eat|See|Hear is truly LA’s premier outdoor movie, food truck and live music event series. And knowing you’re helping keep adoptable dogs and cats alive through No Kill Los Angeles and Best Friends will have you feeling good all summer. The 2017 season kicked off on May 6th, so if you’re up for some great food, live music, and catching a movie with your best friend, check out the schedule on petcompanionmag.com/events or at eatseehear. com. Have some fun, save a life!

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“We wanted to provide an outdoor moviegoing experience with a production value worthy of Hollywood.”

—Sharon Sperber

EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE, PLEASE CHECK WITH EVENT BEFORE GOING!

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Easy Life for Our Aging Pets

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by Kathryn Carlson, DVM Village Park Animal Hospital

eople flip over puppies, but a well-loved older dog is one of the most treasured creatures on earth. An older dog has lived through the events of our lives and consistently provides a link to many solid memories, both good and bad. They have the look in their eyes that speaks of years of special love. They have given us unconditional, nonjudgmental love in exchange for one simple thing: our own love and attention.

Your dog’s health as it ages is not entirely in your control. Many variables impede our ability to accurately care for aging pets, but you can have a real impact on a pet’s attitude, comfort and longevity.

Pets don’t know they’re getting older. They don’t cringe at seeing their gray hairs in the mirror, nor do they worry that their body is thickening, their limbs are aching, or that a lump is growing inside their chest or abdomen.

Because they don’t talk, they won’t let

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you know that they have a foul taste in their mouth or that by the fifth or sixth time you throw the ball, they’re in excruciating pain.

A dog lives in the NOW. His instincts will lead him to do whatever you ask of him, and if you are sedentary, he will join you. If you urge him to run and jump in the dog park until he limps out of there, he’ll do that, too.

So how can we best serve our faithful friends?

As your dog ages, increase the frequency and diminish the intensity of his exercise. Instead of taking your dog to the dog park once a week to chase balls to exhaustion, take him each day on one long walk or two moderate ones.

If your dog has degenerative joint disease, consider underwater treadmill work therapy so there is less weight bearing (38% less) in a much more controlled environment.

It is critical that you consider the use of joint nutriceuticals, along with NSAIDs.

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Additional helpful therapies include laser therapy, massage, manual therapies and acupuncture.

All senior pets should have two physical exams a year. Health issues in older pets can creep up silently. Your vet should be encouraging biannual exams that include diagnostic testing.

Typically, body weight, X-rays, and urinalysis can help spot problems early and establish what is normal for your dog. All dogs need proper dental care to send them into their geriatric years with clean, healthy teeth and a painfree mouth. The debilitating effects of a painful mouth are often underrated, as this condition can have a tremendous effect on your dog’s quality of life.

Provide a soft, cushioned bed that is low enough to easily get into and that is heated, if appropriate.

On smaller dogs, clothes can help regulate body temperature.

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one that is lightweight and wide— these kind of ramps can be helpful for climbing onto couches and beds, as well as entering the car or house.

As seniors, dogs don’t always require as much food or treats to stay healthy— be careful of feeding your older dog too many high-calorie treats (chicken/ meat strips and crunchy snacks). Be sure to take note of the calorie count of any toppers or treats you add to your dog’s diet.

Paying attention to the above directives can hugely improve the quality of your senior pet’s remaining years.

If you have any questions on proper care for aging pets, do not hesitate to call Village Park Animal Hospital for a senior consultation.

Village Park Animal Hospital is located at 51-230 Eisenhower Dr. in La Quinta.

Village Park Animal Hospital also offers grooming services for dogs and cats. (760) 564-3833 www.villageparkanimalhospital.com

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Buddy of Living Free Animal Sanctuary Article and photography

by Alicia Bailey

uddy is one frisky feline—he loves to chitchat and is looking for a human who will indulge his craving for the spotlight. Sporting gorgeous eyes and Bengal-like swirls, this handsome fellow is quite the dancer, very playful and will always stop for treats. Buddy arrived at Living Free Animal Sanctuary with his brother Tigger after the passing of their guardian. Sadly, Tigger recently passed away, but Buddy is resiliently adjusting to his new singlehood and ready for a new home.

Living Free Animal Sanctuary has been saving lives since 1980, prioritizing pets facing euthanasia in public shelters.

The sanctuary is a special place, nestled in the rich history of the mountains, providing a peaceful and loving environment to the animals who need it. Founder Emily Jo Beard wanted to create a space where animals could be safely housed

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without being caged, and one of the first things you notice as you visit Living Free is the care and attention to detail used in designing the living spaces for the animals. The cats enjoy a cage-free indoor/outdoor cattery, and the dog area is designed to alleviate stressors and promote a quieter environment than typical shelters.

Living Free’s cattery is one of the many features that set the organization apart from other shelter and rescue facilities. It provides feline residents the freedom to enjoy the indoors or outdoors at their leisure and to do it safely.

“Our open catteries are designed to simulate a home environment, and allow for a protected outdoor area,” reports Living Free’s website. “This helps us get to know each cat’s personality and any individual issues, proclivities, quirks and foibles (that they’d never admit to), which helps us find the right 30

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match for you.”

Many public animal shelters are not equipped to care for neonatal kittens or young puppies, provide medical assistance to animals who are injured or ill, or provide longterm care for those animals who may take a little time to find their forever home. Saving the most vulnerable pets from euthanasia makes Living Free an integral part of the no-kill movement within its community.

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There are a million reasons why Lady Gaga would be a purr-fect addition to your family. Her beautiful blue eyes and signature chocolate and sandy fur are just two of them. Lady Gaga is ten years young, and ready to shower you with the special love and affection that only a “senior” pet can.

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In addition to saving cats and dogs, the sanctuary is committed to other life-saving initiatives, including wild mustang rescue, outreach and education programming, and a low-cost spay and neuter clinic.

Living Free is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and relies on adoptions, volunteers and donations to continue their life-saving work. Visit living-free.org to find out how you can get involved or plan a visit.

Tigger

Buddy’s side kick, Tigger was his perfect match. When he arrived at Living Free, he had ongoing renal issues, required subcutaneous fluid therapy daily, medications twice daily and a special diet. Despite his special care, he thrived and received plenty of love and attention from the cattery staff and volunteers.

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Held outside in the beautiful forest, Idyllwild Art in the Park is the perfect combination of art and nature.

Idyllwild Art in the Park offers an eclectic mix of ceramics, paintings, glass, jewelry, woodworking, photography, fibers, live music and more, created by fabulous artists for your viewing, listening and shopping pleasure.

Third Annual Paws for Rhythm & Brews June 3; Noon–4pm Idyllwild Nature Center 25225 Hwy 243, Idyllwild, CA arfbeerfest.com

Attend this wonderful fundraiser for Idyllwild Animal Rescue Friends (ARF) at the Idyllwild Nature Center. You will enjoy the day with craft beer, a live band, dancing, food vendors and family entertainment. We especially love 34

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Enjoy visiting the Lemon Lily Festival at the Idyllwild Nature Center on June 24 and 25. This year’s festival includes folk music, pony rides, a children’s pioneer town, crafts and vendors of all varieties, and special guided hikes to see blooming lemon lilies in the wild.

Editor’s note: Most of the Nature Center is dog-friendly; however, please check with the docent about specific rules and regulations prior to bringing your dog. There is an additional entry fee for dogs.

Idyllwild’s 51st Annual Independence Day Parade

4th of July; 10:00am North Circle Drive, Idyllwild, CA idyrotaryparade@ yahoo.com Chuck Weisbart, (760) 578-3592

The Idyllwild Rotary is proud to present Idyllwild’s 51st Annual Independence Day Parade! Arrive early, as the parade always starts on time at 10:00am.

You can even set up your chairs along North Circle Drive the night before.

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Enjoy this patriotic occasion and travel back in time to an old-fashioned 4th of July. You will experience the best of small-town Americana.

Your well-behaved pet is welcome to attend—don’t forget sunscreen, a water bowl and pick-up bags!

Not pet-friendly (but fun!): Plein Air Outdoor Painting Competition

June 10–11, Middle Ridge Winery Tasting Gallery, 54301 N Circle Drive, Idyllwild, CA

Jazz in the Pines

August 11, 6:00pm, Patrons Dinner and Dance; August 12–13, 11am–5:30pm, Performances, Idyllwild Arts, 52500 Temecula Road, Idyllwild, CA 92549, (951) 468-7210, jazzinfo@idyllwildarts.org

Meet Mayor Max and Deputy Mayors Mitzi and Mikey

On any day in Idyllwild, you can meet not only Mayor Max but also his deputies Mitzi and Mikey. If you’d like to set up a time to say hello, please contact Mayor Max’s Chief of Staff, Phyllis Mueller, (951) 659-0283 or mayormax.com.

Our charter as Idyllwild’s elected mayor and deputies is to convey unconditional love and do as many good deeds for others as possible.

So we promise to always love you.

We can’t wait to meet you!

Love always, Mayor Max & Deputy Mayors Mitzi and Mikey

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Tips and Ideas for Summer Fun

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Life preservers. Are water adventures on the agenda? Remember to bring a life jacket for your dog. Look for high buoyancy, sturdy material, easy-lift handles, and a comfortable fit.

Portable dog crates. Easy and light to transport, these folding-frame crates with removable fleece pads provide a snug bed away from home. Great for camping and overnight stays at petfriendly hotels or friends’ houses.

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ing games and activities that kids and dogs can enjoy together. Here are some ideas to get the fun started.

Build a homemade mini agility course. You can create a fun playground right in your own backyard using hulahoops, kids’ play tunnels, mini pools, poles, and whatever else you can think of. Get the kids involved and stage little competitions. Your dog and your kids will love it, and you get to enjoy how tired everyone gets from all that fun.

Go on an outdoor adventure. Both dogs and kids are natural explorers, so why not arrange an expedition? A hike on a nature trail or through a city park can be much more fun if you pretend to be intrepid explorers. Find and study plants, insects, or pond life, feed birds

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Sign up for a class. Indoor training classes provide you and your furry companion activities that can be practiced at home. Obedience, scent work, and Rally-O are just a few of the classes that can be practiced indoors as well as outside.

What is Rally-O? It’s a fun, energizing, less formal version of traditional obedience trials. The concept of RallyO sprung from the practice of doing a variety of interesting freestyle exercises as warm-up before an obedience competition, and the name derives from rally-style auto racing, another SUMMER 2017

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(where it’s allowed, of course), create nature art, or arrange a picnic in the open.

Make a play date. Get together with other parents and their kids, two- and four-legged. Depending on the age and temperament of both kids and dogs, this could mean interspecies play or an opportunity for kids to play while dogs romp with each other. Team up with fellow parents to share supervisory duties.

Smaller kids? Opt for parallel activities. With younger children, you have to supervise at all times (for your dog’s safety as much as for your kid’s), but you can still have fun together. Make your dog a yummy Kong and challenge your kid to draw your dog or practice reading skills by reading a book to the pooch while she eats. Or have your child blow dog-friendly bubbles; your dog will love trying to catch them, especially if they’re bacon flavored.

sport that encourages creativity. In Rally-O, the handler and her dog navigate a course of 10 to 20 stations (depending on the level), each marking an exercise, like heel, stand, turn, sit, and back up. The handler is allowed to talk to and encourage her dog along the way, use hand signals, and go through the course along a designated route on her own without a judge calling out the exercises.

Make this summer a safe, fun and exciting one, not only for your dog but for your whole family!

Lori Wainio-Carman, VSPDT, professional dog trainer and owner of Dream Dogs, has been successfully training for over 20 years. 760-899-7272, www.dreamdogs.com, www.Positively.com

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No Grass?

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oes your dog like to “do his business” in the grass and your landscaping not provide a grassy area? Natural grass pet potty solutions are now offered through home delivery or shipping services, bringing live grass potty pads straight to your door, as often as you need it. Shipped immediately after harvest, the grass arrives in a box, alive and ready for your pet to use just as he would your lawn. No maintenance is required, and the pad can be placed inside your home or outside on the patio.

The idea is taking off with many pet owners as a convenient, simple solution to the potty problem.

In fact, one of the leaders in this industry, Patio Pet Life, has watched its business skyrocket in just the last year. Owner Devon Moore says her family had been using this solution for their dogs for the last 12 years when they began to offer the service to their neighbors and friends around Southern California last June. In just one year, Patio Pet Life has grown exponentially, and the company is now shipping potty pads all over the continental United States.

The company offers two potty pad sizes. The large pad, 2 by 4 feet, can be placed directly on a patio or stored inside a custom synthetic resin tray.

A smaller version, 2 by 2 feet, comes in a disposable tray (but will soon have a custom resin tray available as well). Patio Pet Life’s UV-protected grass is grown hydroponically, making it 50 percent lighter than traditional sod. Moore says the life of the pad can be prolonged by lightly misting it with water, allowing subscribers to space out their potty pad deliveries. “With a little sunlight and regular misting, pads can last up to four weeks,” reports Moore.

If you and your dog live a patio lifestyle, these live grass potty pads are a convenient, easy way to give your dog the natural grass he craves.

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Play It Safe This Summer Protect your pet from the hazards of being outdoors

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t’s that time of year again in the desert, when our weather hits triple digits. Our severe heat can be uncomfortable for us but it’s also especially dangerous for our pets.

Summer safety is key to protecting our beloved fur family members.

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their bodies. Dogs and cats perspire through their paws and will pant to evaporate water from their oral cavity and upper airways. This is an important fact to know when it comes to outdoor activities and traveling with pets.

For example, consider a common summer activity, such as hiking. As we know, hiking is more strenuous than

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our vehicle can quickly reach a temperature that puts your pet, when left in a parked car, at risk of serious illness and even death, even on a day that doesn’t seem hot to you. And cracking the windows makes no difference.

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walking, with the uneven terrains, inclines, and of course the various creatures we often encounter, including snakes. If you’re going to be hiking on rough, rocky terrain, consider putting hiking booties on your dog’s feet (remember to take the booties off on a break, because dogs only sweat through their paws and leaving the booties on too long could cause your dog to overheat).

The pads of dogs’ feet are soft and can get easily cut; their toenails can also easily become damaged or torn.

And one of the greatest concerns is foreign debris, such as cactus spines, fox tails, grass awns and tumbleweeds, can become embedded in their feet, resulting in pain and infection.

If not removed immediately, such debris may ultimately require surgical removal, along with antibiotics, pain meds and anti-inflammatories from your veterinarian. Fox tails and

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grass awns, once embedded, can actually travel under the skin, causing a “draining tract”—a connected area of infection and inflammation that can be extremely painful for your dog. Besides the paws, these two menacing plant bits are commonly found in and removed from dogs’ noses and ears. Thus, when you’re hiking, never allow your dogs to bury their heads in thorny-type plants.

Additionally, especially while hiking, it is best to keep your dogs on a leash. Leashing protects them from getting into things they shouldn’t, helps them avoid other pets that might not be so friendly, ensures they won’t get lost, and can protect them from threatening wildlife, such as rattlesnakes. If you do come across a rattlesnake on a hike, you have a better chance of controlling your dog and preventing a snakebite, which can be lethal to your dog. Talk to your veterinarian about the yearly rattlesnake aversion training classes offered throughout the Coachella Valley, as well as the rattlesnake vaccine, which can help save your pet’s life if they do happen to get

bitten by a rattlesnake.

Making sure to have water, not only for yourself but also for your dog, is critical. There are collapsible dog bowls you can purchase that can hook onto you or a backpack for easy carrying. It is best to avoid letting your dog drink from outside natural water sources, because they may be contaminated, leading to possible parasite infection or just general gastrointestinal upset.

Another important aspect

of summer is remembering to NEVER leave a pet in a car, even if it’s “just for a minute.” It is illegal and you can be arrested and charged with animal endangerment and cruelty.* Many people think that, if their car is on with the air conditioner running, leaving a dog alone in the car is okay.

It is not—air conditioners can fail and a pet could easily overheat.

Animals that overheat can suffer from “heat stroke,” whereby their temperature rises dangerously high, and— if high enough—can result in potentially fatal organ and brain damage.

Always be mindful of possible heat

*The California Penal Code regarding leaving a pet unattended in a vehicle: Section 597.7. (a) No person shall leave or confine an animal in any unattended motor vehicle under conditions that endanger the health or well-being of an animal due to heat, cold, lack of adequate ventilation, or lack of food or water, or other circumstances that could reasonably be expected to cause suffering, disability, or death to the animal.

Leaving your animal in an unattended car may also be viewed as an act of animal neglect, which means that the prosecutor could also opt to file additional charges under Penal Code 597 PC.19 Editor’s note: Some cities may have amended (stricter) versions of the law.

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stroke when you take your pet out during the day. Never walk, hike or run with your dog in the middle of the day, when temperatures are at their highest. A simple rule of thumb: if you can’t walk on the pavement barefoot, then it isn’t safe for your pet, either. Also, keep in mind that pets who spend a great deal of time in the backyard or use a doggie door and cats who live outside MUST always have fresh water and shade available. Ultimately, it is best—and safest— to leave all pets indoors during the summer months.

Certain breeds and body conditions are more prone to heat stroke. Dark, thick/double-coated breeds, brachycephalic, and overweight animals are a few examples. Remember, heat stroke, while potentially deadly, is completely preventable!

Safe summer activities for pets include swimming, indoor doggie play dates/ day care, and making fun treats, such as “pupsicles.” Make sure your pet knows how to swim, and never assume they will instinctively know—they must be taught and monitored. Gated pools are much safer for protecting pets from accidental drowning.

Summer is a great time for families and their pets to be together, enjoying fun activities. For veterinarians, this can be one of the worst times of year for animal emergencies. Remembering these safety tips will protect your fur family members and keep them from being rushed to a veterinary hospital.

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The Benefits of Feeding Your Dog a Fresh Food Diet

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uman diets have undergone a healthy makeover, yet many of our dogs are still chowing down on crunchy kibble full of unpronounceable and indigestible ingredients.

The time to rethink what we feed our dogs is now.

“Besides our basic understanding of fresh foods being ‘better’ than processed foods, there are numerous proven benefits of a fresh dog food diet,” said Justin Shmalberg, DVM, Board-Certified Veterinary Nutritionist.

More energy. Fresh ingredients are more digestible, which enables your dog’s body to absorb more energy from the food they’re eating.

Less cancer. Dogs have the highest incidence of cancer of any mammal on the planet. Feeding your dog a fresh food diet like NomNomNow has been scientifically proven to reduce cancers by up to 40%.

Healthier skin. Nutrients such as zinc, B vitamins, and fatty acids present in fresh dog food diets help soothe and cure many skin conditions in dogs.

Brighter, healthier eyes.

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Fewer trips to the vet.

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Adventure Cats: Living Nine Lives to the Fullest

by Laura J. Moss

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dventuring with your cat opens new possibilities for both you and your feline. Camping? Hiking? Sailing?

Traveling? Yes, cats can go, too! Laura Moss, writer and avid hiker, launched a website to help fellow active cat enthusiasts find resources for hitting the trail with cats. Her new book, Adventure Cats: Living Nine Lives to the Fullest, supplements the website and provides a compendium of cat adventure stories and tips for safely traveling with your cat.

Moss covers many potential cat hazards, including poisonous plants, dehydration awareness, and what to do if your cat goes missing. Her advice also includes what to pack for an adventure, leash walking tips, using harness and flotation devices, and training your cat to respond to a clicker.

If you aren’t sure whether your cat would be a willing travel companion, take the quiz in the book as a starting point. Not all cats will enjoy the great outdoors, but even if your cat isn’t an adventurer, perhaps it will join you as an armchair traveler like several of the cats Moss introduces in the book. Her cast of characters includes Nanakuli the oneeyed surfing cat, Millie the ultimate “crag kitty,” and Bella from Brooklyn.

There is even a section for those die-hard homebodies, detailing how owners can make their living space more interesting, including adding “catios” (cat patios) and catfriendly gardens.

From the rowdiest daredevils to the most laidback snoozers, this book has something for every cat. It’s a comprehensive how-to book for any cat owner who wants to help their cat make the most of all nine lives.

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Keeping Your Cat Active

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ats are naturally active. In an outdoor environment, they hunt for prey, play with littermates and are on the lookout for predators. When domesticated, many of those concerns are removed and a cat no longer needs to be as active. Their food is provided, the environment is safe from predators and often a cat is the only animal in a home and doesn’t have a littermate to play with.

Indoor cats need mental stimulation and exercise. A bored cat can become destructive by clawing furniture, spraying, and even biting. Cats that don’t get enough exercise can become overweight, which can trigger many health problems.

So how do you keep an indoor cat stimulated? It depends upon the particular cat. Many cats are most active early in the morning and again at dusk.

But you need to observe your cat to see when it is most active and introduce toys at that time.

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What kind of toys? Again, it depends upon your particular cat’s personality.

The best toys will stimulate several of their senses at the same time. Toys fall into several different categories: Climbing: Cat towers, wall-mounted climbing systems, modular, and stackable climbing systems all give you cat a place to follow his natural instinct to climb.

Great exercise potential and helps keep cats mentally stimulated while they climb and survey their environment from a different vantage point Scratching: Scratching posts come in all shapes and sizes. From corrugated cardboard to carpeted towers, find several options that work and put them throughout your home. Your furniture will thank you.

Cats scratch to remove frayed outer claws and expose the new sharper claws. They also scratch to mark their territory.

Stalking/Hunting: Look for toys

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that move—balls, motorized interactive toys, or toys that you can hide catnip or treats in.

Cats stalk to get closer to prey. The closer they can get; the better chance they will have of catching what they seek.

Chasing/Hunting: Toys that stimulate chasing include wands with dangling “prey,” tunnels that “hide” balls, and motion toys that conceal a moving object.

The best thing about hunting toys is the exercise it provides for your cat.

Pouncing: Toys that allow your cat to attack or pounce, which draw from a cat’s natural “kill” instinct, include small catnip toys and toy mice.

Pouncing and capturing the prey adds to your cat’s enjoyment and motivates

your cat to want to play more often.

Exploring: Many toys and even household items allow your cat to explore—a simple box or paper bag will often provide for a secret place for your cat to hide. But there are many toys too, such as cat towers, modular cat environments, and cat caves.

Cats are basically inquisitive and want to explore their environment.

Exploring toys help keep a cat from becoming bored.

Finding the right toys to keep your cat from becoming a bored, inactive feline may take a bit of experimentation, especially if the cat is older and not used to play. But with a little patience and some trial and error, your cat’s home environment may help it be a happier and more active cat.

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LOCATION — This feature uses AT&T’s cellular network and GPS technology to help track your dog. You can also set up a “safe zone” by specifying an allowable distance from the base unit. Once your pet crosses the safe zone, you are sent an alert.

ADVENTURES — You can track your pet’s activity level via the phone app and digitally record and store adventures. Also has a social media aspect to share adventures with your friends.

SOUND & LIGHT — LED light and training sound (series of three quiet beeps) on unit can be activated from app.

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The Find My Pet GPS has several features: GPS tracking device is also Wi-Fi- and Bluetoothenabled for a back-up location finder—it even works indoors.

SMART ALERTS: Helpful alerts via text (up to 10 per month), email and app notifications are sent the moment it detects location change, movement and more.

GEO-FENCING: You can set up a safe area and get alerts if your pet leaves the area.

SOS BUTTON: When the SOS button on the tracker is pressed, it sends your pet’s location to you and anyone you designate.

FAMILY & FRIENDS LIST: Add your family and friends to your account so they can receive alerts to help locate your pet.

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SUMMER EVENTS

Is Lake Arrowhead Going to the Dogs?

Article and photography by John Snedden

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he dog days of summer are almost upon us. And after our three-dognight winter, we are ready for those dog day afternoons—paws up, back on the grass, soaking up the rays. Doggone it, does it get any better?

On September 9th, Lake Arrowhead Village will be going to the dogs! Well, at least from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm.

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val, which began when the Three Dog Bakery store owner and operator Jessica Menell was approached by a friend with an idea to raise funds for a dog rescue group. One thing led to another, and things began to fall into place as groups, vendors, sponsors, entertainment, and the Lake Arrowhead Village got on board with the idea. Money raised from contests, event entries, donations from vendors and participat-

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ing shops and restaurants all went to the designated rescue organization.

This year, The Little Red Dog (TLRD) rescue organization will be the beneficiary of the Lake Arrowhead Dog Festival. “We Are On A Mission From Dog” is TLRD’s motto—the group was founded

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tragic situation, most now rehabilitated and living in homes, with some serving as rehab and therapy dogs. TLRD is a hardworking group that fights for all dogs, has a goal of getting each dog to a loving home, and is very deserving of the benefits from this dog festival. They will be attending the festival this year, so be sure to stop by and speak with the group members.

So what does one do at a dog festival, you ask? The first thing you will see when you drive into Lake Arrowhead Village is a huge blue flatbed trailer with a long blue portable swimming pool attached. Yes, it’s Splash Dogs!

You’ve probably seen them on TV or at local fairs—dogs running down the runway, jumping for a toy and landing in the water with a huge splash. You can sign your dog up to take a leap, and the Splash Dog’s trained staff will help you encourage your dog to jump. Practice usually begins around 9:00 am, with sign ups and words of wisdom.

Nothing beats a nice warm day, standing next to a pool of water and watching a dog fly through the air and land

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with a splash. The dog grabs whatever their owner threw in the water, swims to the side, then goes back for more!

Of course, there are always one or two that stop right at the edge, look down

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at the water, and then back at their owner, as if to say, “You want me to do what??”

If that weren’t entertainment enough, vendors are also scattered throughout Lake Arrowhead Village, displaying collars, booties, vests, leashes, toys, stuffed animals, photos, and just about anything else DOG you could possibly imagine. So come browse and let your little four-legged buddy take you to just the right booth to show you exactly what to get. There will be no excuse for picking out the wrong size or color this time! And even your mouth will be watering when you see the dog treats available at Three Dog Bakery.

These dog treats look like gourmet human treats! Cookies, hot dogs, burgers,

cake, and, of course, dog-shaped treats, too. I grab treats there for my brother’s dog, then dash next door for an ice cream cone to treat myself.

In addition to the vendors of everything dog, there are also information booths from various organizations that use dogs, including the police and sheriff K-9’s, K-9 Trainers, and Search and Rescue. There will be several K-9 demonstrations showing off the talents of bite dogs, drug detection dogs, and search dogs, as well as other K-9 traits. You might even see a disc dog or two.

Each year brings a new contest, too.

Past festivals have seen contests like Best Costume and Dog/Owner Look Alike. This year’s contest will be Best

If you are a vendor or would like to be a sponsor or a donator for this event, there is room for you!

Please contact Jessica Menell at 909-337-3157 or jkmenell@charter.net.

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Trick, which promises to be one of the entertainment highlights of the day.

Don’t you just hate it when, no matter how much you’ve practiced at home, you go to show him off and he looks at you like he has no idea what you want him to do? Now that’s a photo op for sure, especially if someone can catch your exasperated expression!

Several of the Village shops and restaurants have historically contributed a percentage of the day’s sales to the festival’s beneficiary.

Special items will be for sale and a silent auction held, with proceeds going to TLRD. It will be a day full of fun activities, all with one goal: helping TLRD save lives. It doesn’t get much better than spending the day with your

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four-legged friend, playing with other woofers, shopping, eating, watching demonstrations, learning from pros, and just hanging out for the day, all while knowing that you’re contributing to a very worthwhile organization.

September is usually one of the warmest months in the valley and desert, but at 5,000 feet on the lake, you can usually count on it being 20 degrees cooler. It’s the perfect time of year for Splash Dogs and a fun day out with your dog. Best of all, at the end of the day, the big payoff is that the Little Red Dog Rescue Organization will benefit from your participation. Should give you the same feeling as your buddy does … warm and fuzzy. So come on up for some air!

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Oh No, I Taught My Dog ...

by Valerie Masi Best Paw Forward

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e never intend to teach our dogs to be wild animals, but somehow it happens. You bring home this cute little puppy, and when that puppy sees you, it gets so excited and that melts your heart. Now the puppy is literally giving you hugs: “OMG! I can’t stand it, he’s so cute!” The behavior continues until one day you realize this cute little 10-pound puppy is now 80 pounds and is almost knocking you off your feet to give you that hug you loved so much. How about trying to take your dog for a walk, but the dog is so excited that it’s a nightmare just getting out the door? How did this happen? Some other bad behaviors can be learned that aren’t even your fault, like barking at pool cleaners, gardeners, mail carriers and delivery drivers.

This is how it happens: Let’s start with the excited to walk behavior. You start the behavior by thinking it’s important to get SUMMER 2017

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the dog excited to go for a walk and you start saying in an excited voice, “Do you want to go for a walk? Do you want to go for a walk???” The dog starts reacting to your excited voice and jumps around and, again, it’s cute, though maybe not as cute as it used to be now that he’s an adult dog. Even little dogs jumping and barking can drive you crazy. Then you take your dog for a walk as a reward for being excited and, voila, you’ve taught your dog that the only way he’s going to go for a walk is to first get crazy.

How do dogs learn to bark at people that come to your home? Around here, the pool cleaners are the favorite targets to bark at, and this happens when the dog is never introduced properly or never outside with the pool cleaner.

The pool cleaner comes into the backyard, the dog sees the pool cleaner and is scared of him and starts to bark. As the pool cleaner moves to the far side of the pool, the dog’s confidence level goes up and the dog gets a stronger voice, barking even louder. Then the pool cleaner moves to the side of the pool closest to the house, and that scares the dog, so you get more of a high-pitched, rapid-fire kind of bark.

Then the pool cleaner leaves, and the dog believes it successfully chased the pool cleaner away. This behavior gets reinforced twice a week or as regularly as your pool cleaner comes. Mail carriers and delivery drivers work the same way. They come to the door, the dog starts to bark because they are fearful, and then the delivery people leave. Dogs don’t understand that these people are doing their jobs and

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they never stay more than a minute.

They just know that a stranger came to the house, and they scared them away with barking and wild behavior. A job well done!

Another unintentional learned behavior is frantic craziness at the door when people come in. You get a new puppy, and your friends want to come over and meet him. What the puppy understands is that he hears a ringing sound, the door opens, and a person comes in with a high-pitched voice and very excited energy and that person then gives the puppy all kinds of pets, hugs and kisses. This repeats over and over, every time people come over and every time you come home. So for the

dog, this is our greeting routine and he’s just doing what he was taught: always be excited at the door and when greeting people.

My advice to my clients is to treat your puppy the way you would an adult dog. This way you won’t let your puppy jump up on you or get your puppy excited to go for a walk. Another important piece of advice is to teach your puppy or dog that calm gets him what he wants, and excited behavior gets him nothing. Think about what you are teaching your puppy or dog with your own behavior. Taking a basic obedience class with your new puppy or dog will also help get you started on the right track.

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

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The SNIP Bus

Makes Pet Care Easy Mobile spay and neuter service comes to you

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magine taking your pet on a twohour bus trip to see the nearest veterinarian, only to discover you can’t afford the preventive care or treatment your pet needs. This is the reality for many residents in the sprawling Coachella Valley, and it often leaves overwhelmed owners feeling they have no other choice but to abandon their furry family member at an animal shelter.

But you won’t have to make that painful decision, now that one couple has found a way to provide mobile spay, neuter, and vaccine services to pet owners who can’t easily get their pets the care they need. When Melanie Scherer, Founder of Luke’s Legacy Spaying and Neutering Foundation, realized that there were not enough accessible, low-cost spay and neuter programs in this area last year, she and her husband Richard took a giant leap and

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purchased the SNIP Bus. The SNIP Bus is a state-of-the-art mobile clinic offering $25 spay and neuter surgeries, as well as low-cost

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vaccines and microchips. SNIP is the first mobile spay and neuter clinic specifically dedicated to the Coachella Valley, and has become a vital tool in the fight to end pet homelessness. In the first ten months of operation, SNIP spayed and neutered over 2,500 pets, and they hope to achieve 5,000 by the end of this summer.

“The strategy that has worked for other communities working toward no-kill is a ‘take care of your own backyard first’ approach, and that is what we are doing with SNIP. If you want your pet shelter community to be truly no-kill, then support your local spay and neuter program,” says Melanie.

Still on the fence about spay and neuter? The most critical role of spaying and neutering is stopping the flow of animals into shelters, but spaying and neutering may also provide additional benefits for both you and your pet, including: • Decreased marking and spraying.

• Decreased roaming behavior .

• Reduced aggression among the population.

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The SNIP Bus is a state-of-the-art mobile clinic offering $25 spay and neuter surgeries, as well as low-cost vaccines and microchips.

• Decreased risk of ovarian and testicular cancer in your pet, because these organs are removed.

SNIP partners with all Coachella Valley non-profit animal welfare organizations and is funded by Luke’s Legacy Foundation, in addition to corporate and private donations. Sponsorship levels start as low as $25, and you can sponsor a full clinic for $2,500. To learn more about SNIP and how to get involved or donate, visit www.snipbus. org.

If you live outside the Coachella Valley and are seeking spay and neuter assistance, visit spaycalifornia.org for Southern California resources.

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Where to Sit, Stay and Play in San Diego

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t’s summer in Southern California and that means pups and their people are looking for the coolest places to chill out. We sent our tiniest travel correspondent, Boogie Shoes, on assignment to San Diego to “ruff” out an agenda for our next road trip. Get the scoop from the one who knows best what dogs love!

ing services for all pets, and won Best Grooming Product 2015 and 2016 for their private line of groomers’ apparel.

Bow Wow Beauty Shoppe is the bee’s knees! Check them out at bowwowbeautyshoppe.com.

Bow Wow Beauty Shoppe

This is a must for hip dogs, and if you don’t feel so hip, you will when you leave. Bow Wow Beauty Shoppe has a treat bar you can belly up to, cool pet carriers, clothes you won’t find anywhere else, vintage suitcases filled with the softest toys, and retro refrigerators filled with owner Michelle’s gorgeously designed cakes, cookies and treats.

Bow Wow offers out-of-sight groom72

Hotel Del Coronado The historical Hotel Del Coronado gives pets the VIP treatment. Pet amenities include treats upon arrival, a comfy

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bed, a gourmet room service menu for you furry friend, and much more. Vet services, dog walking and dog sitting are available upon request. And while you’re there, don’t forget to take plenty of walks around the historical grounds and find time to lounge in the iconic red beach chairs. Dogs and cats are welcome, but some breed restrictions apply. Book your stay at hoteldel.com.

Coronado Dog Beach

Your dog can learn to surf on a real surfboard, in the real ocean under the San Diego sunshine. Talk about bragging rights! Connect with the folks at SoCal Surf Dogs to get started—lessons are available for all levels and they even offer some handy tips on their website to help you get started on your own. Summer surf and paddleboard clinics begin in June, and they fill up fast! Let your dog hang ten at socalsurfdogs.com.

Camp Run-A-Mutt

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If you want to feel the sand in your paws and the ocean breeze in your fur, the off-leash dog beach is the place to be. Doggie swimsuits optional, the beach is open from 5 am to 11 pm, so you and your pup can enjoy both sunrise and sunset if you’re up for it. The beach is open to the public. Enjoy the sand and surf at coronadovisitorcenter. com.

If your plans include a day or two for humans only, Camp Run-A-Mutt has you covered. This friendly doggie daycare offers full days of play, grooming and overnight boarding. They offer three locations in San Diego County, so no matter where you go, the folks at Camp Run-A-Mutt have you covered.

New clients will need to participate in a temperament test, so be sure to call

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COURTESY: URBAN WOLF COURTESY: CAMP RUN-A-MUTT

Urban Wolf

ahead to get the details. Set your pet loose at camprunamutt.com.

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They had me at “meat.” Urban Wolf is the deli for dogs—a shop with a focus, style and vibe all its own, offering fresh, raw, all natural pet foods and healthy treats made in-house. Urban Wolf uses only the best quality ingredients and cares about your pet’s health and well-being as much as you do … maybe more! Get your dog healthy at urbanwolfusa.com.

One thing is for sure, San Diego loves pets, so no matter what area you visit, you’re sure to find plenty of pet-friendly activities and accommodations that will satisfy your inner woof.

What’s your favorite San Diego spot?

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You Didn’t Lose a Pet, You Lost a Family Member Grieving your pet should be no different than grieving the loss of family

By Richard Waxman—for “Scruffy”

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or most of us the loss of our companion animal is a uniquely private and painful experience. We lose a bond that comes with 100-percent unconditional love—something we don’t always attain in human relationships.

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of our pet, and share our feelings with others who understand, healing can begin.

Your pet was never “just” a dog or “just” a cat, and no one is foolish for grieving. He or she was an integral part of your life, helping teach you the value of sharing love, support, comfort, and that amazing unconditional acceptance of one another without asking for very much in return. When one loses a beloved companion animal, grief can be insurmountable. When wellmeaning friends suggest you can get another pet, and your heart is breaking,

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you may need the support of a group who understands exactly the grieving process you are experiencing.

There is no absolute pattern for grief.

The length of time it takes to begin accepting the loss of your beloved pet

will vary. For most of us, this is not the first time we’ve gone through this, and it certainly doesn’t get any easier. You may also mourn the death of a particular pet companion more strongly than you mourned a pet or pets in the past

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due to some special qualities that that pet brought to your relationship. Grief is normal, inevitable, and unavoidable. Expect that it will come, accept it, embrace it, and allow it to run its course so that you can begin to heal.

One of the most difficult aspects of bereavement is the sense of hopelessness it causes. It is very easy to believe that this highly emotional state will last forever, especially if this is your first time experiencing the loss of a pet. What happens to us when we have to say good-bye for the last time? How do you say thank-you for being in my life? How do you sum up 14 or 15 years of walks, baths, treats, cuddling in bed, and goodnight kisses? How do you cope with those first few mornings when he or she isn’t there for breakfast or their walk? How do we accept that this loss is forever? How do we go on?

The adjustment period after we have said goodbye can be heartbreaking. It seems to take forever for us to get back in step when all we want to do is turn the clock back and start all over again from the very first day we brought the new addition home. It has always been acceptable to turn to a support group when a human loved one passes away. The loss of a beloved pet, a true member of the family, should be no different.

After 35 years of visiting hospitals and long-term care facilities, 16 of them as Director of “Paws & Hearts,” I have been honored to lend hours of support, listening to hundreds of stories about good-byes and grieving for SUMMER 2017

Time: Registration begins at 9am, walk at 10am Place: The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort 71-333 Dinah Shore Drive Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 For information and pledge sheets, please go to: www.pawandhearts.org Facebook:

www.facebook.com/pawsandheartsorg

Office: (760) 836-1406

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companion animals. I have also counseled many volunteers through “Paws & Hearts” who have had to say goodbye to their Canine Ambassador.

Today, “Paws & Hearts” Animal Assisted Therapy is proud to announce the addition of a Pet Bereavement Group hosting monthly pet-loss support groups at our Palm Desert office.

Having facilitated an Alzheimer’s Support Group, and having talked with bereavement counselors, done extensive reading and attended seminars on the subject, I am happy to offer a place to come, share, and hear what others have experienced. Our Pet Bereavement Support Group will be a safe environment to openly share your feelings of loss as well as share the joys your precious dog or cat brought into your life.

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Our monthly meetings will be the second Wednesday of each month at 1:00 pm in the Palm Desert office. The number of sign-ups will determine the length of the meeting. We have a short questionnaire, which we ask you to complete and submit online, along with a photograph of your dog or cat.

We also ask that you bring a hard-copy photograph of your pet (not your cell phone photos) to the meeting to share with the group. All your information will be kept confidential.

For more information, contact “Paws & Hearts” Animal Assisted Therapy, 74-854 Velie Way, Ste. 7, Palm Desert, CA 92270; (760) 836-1406.

You can also visit us online at www. pawsandhearts.org or send an email to pawsandhearts@aol.com.

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Events!

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JUNE June 10, Basset Hound Rescue of Southern California’s 20th Annual Spring Games. Spring games is the rescue’s largest fundraiser of the year.

For more information, visit www. bassethoundrescue.org June 10, July 1–2, July 22, August 5, September 2–3, Idyllwild Art in the Park. Idyllwild Nature Center, Idyllwild. Idyllwild Art in the Park offers an eclectic mix of ceramics, paintings, glass, jewelry, woodworking, photography, fibers, live music and more, created by fabulous artists for your viewing, listening and shopping pleasure. Pet-friendly. idyllwildartinthepark.com June 22, Yappy Hour at The Ritz Carlton. The Ulti-Mutt Dog Party!

Proceeds from Yappy Hour will support the Wounded Veterans Initiative of Canine Companions for Independence, as well as offsetting some of the unique costs associated with Canine Companion’s Southwest Region puppy raising program. For more information, visit www.ritzcarlton/LagunaYappyHour.

June 17, 23rd Annual DAWG Walk & Pet Faire. Fundraiser for Dedicated Animal Welfare Group and Mission Viejo Animal Services. www.dawg.org June 17, Happily Ever After Pet Fair.

Give a Shelter Pet the Fairytale Ending!

OC Animal Care, Orange, CA.

www.ocpetinfo.com/civicax/inc/ blobfetch.aspx?BlobID=64738 June 23, 28th World’s Ugliest Dog Contest. Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds in Petaluma, CA. “We’re proud to celebrate all dogs and pets by showing that no matter their imperfections, they are adoptable, lovable and a great addition to any family,” explains Erin Post, CEO of the Sonoma-Marin Fair. www.sonoma-marinfair.org/worldsugliest-dog/ June 24, Rattlesnake Avoidance Classes for Dogs. Victorville, CA. www.snakesafedog.com/upcomingdates.html June 24 and 25, 8th Annual Lemon Lily Festival. Idyllwild Nature Center, Idyllwild. Festival includes folk music, pony rides, a children’s pioneer town, crafts and vendors of all varieties, and special guided hikes to see blooming lemon lilies in the wild. Pet-friendly. idyllwildartinthepark.com JULY July 4, Idyllwild’s 51st Annual Independence Day Parade. Come join Mayor Max to celebrate our country’s birthday. idyrotaryparade@yahoo.com, Chuck Weisbart, (760) 578-3592.

July 16, Pets on Parade. Benefits Pegasus Therapeutic Riding and Loving All Animals. For more information, visit lovingallanimals.org. See ad on page 81.

Event information subject to change, please confirm with event prior to attending.

July 29, Imperial Beach Surf Dog Competition. Visit surfdogevents.com AUGUST August 26, Barks & Brews – A National Dog Day Celebration. Bark your calendar to celebrate National Dog Day at Outlets at San Clemente to sniff, schmooze and drink craft brews! The event is free to attend.

Beers are $5 for a 10 oz. pour, with all proceeds going directly to the Pet Project Foundation. http://www. outletsatsanclemente.com/woof/ SEPTEMBER September 24, Surf City Surf Dog Competition. Visit surfdogevents.com/ UPCOMING/ONGOING Puppy Socialization. Come let your puppy enjoy some seriously fun, offleash play in a safe, indoor, controlled environment with other vaccinated puppies! Dream Dogs training facility, 45090 Golf Center Parkway, Unit B, Indio. Call 760-899-7272 to register for class. www.dreamdogs.com Dog Romp. If your dog is friendly with strangers and other dogs, come for an interactive off-leash social playgroup.

Dream Dogs training facility, 45090 Golf Center Parkway, Unit B, Indio. Call 760-899-7272 to register for class. www. dreamdogs.com Drop-in Obedience. Obedience for all ages, all levels, all breeds, from basic through advanced. Dream Dogs training facility, 45090 Golf Center Parkway, Unit B, Indio. Call 760-899-7272 to register for class. www.dreamdogs.com Canine Adventure Course. This exciting class consists of obstacle courses that 80

you and your dog complete together.

Up a ramp, over jumps, through a pool of balls, and into a tunnel … all while you and your pup are focusing on your teamwork and having fun. Each course is completed on leash, allowing dogs of all training abilities to join in. Don’t miss out on all the fun!

Dream Dogs training facility, 45090 Golf Center Parkway, Unit B, Indio. Call 760-899-7272 to register for class. www. dreamdogs.com Summer Camp. Dream Dogs training facility, 45090 Golf Center Parkway, Unit B, Indio. Call 760-899-7272 to register for class. www.dreamdogs.com Eat|See|Hear Outdoor Movie Series. See article on page 20 for more information about the events.

Visit www.eatseehear.com for event schedules and locations.

Every Sunday and Monday, LaDiDa Jewelry at the Vue Grille and Bar in Indian Wells. 20% of the jewelry sold on these two days is donated to Animal Samaritans. For more information, call Kim at 760-601-3754. www. animalsamaritans.org Save the Date! November 25, 17th Annual Paws & Hearts Annual Walk/ Fundraiser, The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort, Rancho Mirage, CA. See ad on page 77. Visit www.pawsandhearts. org for more information.

Events are subject to change. Please confirm details prior to attending.

Did we miss your event? Please send event information to editor@petcompanionmag.com

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Retail & Pet Stores

Grooming

City Parks

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.

Bath & Brush 4771 E. Palm Canyon Dr. Ste. A, Palm Springs 760-202-4494 Please see ad on p 44.

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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

Dogs World (760) 832-7736 Cold Nose Warm Heart 189 S. Palm Canyon, Palm Springs, 760-327-7747 www.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.

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

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 mwiegel@ petcompanionmag.com.

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Alex’s Pet Grooming (760) 327-5186

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 3.

PetSmart Palm Springs (760) 325-9711 Petco Pet Store (760) 864-1393 www.PetCompanionMag.com

Petco Pet Store (760) 864-1393 PetSmart Palm Springs (760) 325-9711 Puppy Luv Pet Salon (760) 322-7336

VCA - Desert Animal Hospital 4299 E. Ramon Road, Palm Springs, 760-656-6222 www.vcadesert.com Please see ad on p 49.

Veterinarians

VCA - Desert Animal Hospital 4299 E. Ramon Road, Palm Springs, 760-656-6222 www.vcadesert.com Please see ad on p 49.

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Pet Rescue Organizations

Palm Springs Animal Hospital (760) 324-0450 Banfield Pet Hospital (760) 778-2714

Doggie Daycare

Doggie’s Day Out of Palm Springs, 752 Vella Rd. S., Palm Springs, CA 92264 760-422-6259 Please see ad on p 47.

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 46.

The Grand Paw 368 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, 760-327-8200 Please see ad on p 45.

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

Please see ad on p 18.

See page 90 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 (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 Shelter 4575 E. Mesquite Ave. Palm Springs, CA 92264 (760) 416-5718 Programs Pet Adoption & Transfers placement@psanimalshelter.org Pet Food Bank, Autumn Corrow petfoodbank@psanimalshelter.org Fix-A-Friend Spay & Neuter Clinic, info@psanimalshelter.org Animal Control can be reached at 760-323-8151.

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cathedral city - rancho mirage City Parks

Retail & Pet Stores

Cathedral City

Pet Oasis

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 MiniPark 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

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Pet Oasis 72877 Dinah Shore Dr. (across from Clark’s Nutrition), Rancho Mirage, 760-3240980. Our mission is to provide you with top-quality food and supplies for your pet companion.

Please see ad on p 13.

Grooming

K9 Clipper & Catamaran 67-555 E. Palm Canyon Dr. (Hwy 111), Ste. F110, Cathedral City, 760-770-7676, www. k9clipperandcatamaran. 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 44.

Grooming With Love 760-328-4523

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 46.

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 49.

Veterinarians Desert Pet Grooming PAWS DOWN, THE BEST AROUND!

67850 Vista Chino, Ste. 107 (in the Rio Vista/Stater Bros.

Shopping Center) Cathedral City, 760-322-8508 www.DesertPetGrooming.net New owners. Renovated and great new groomers. Bring your furry friends.

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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 57.

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Cathedral City Dog Park 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 49.

Carter Animal Hospital 760-324-8811

Southwest Veterinary Clinic 760-770-3380

Pet Boarding & Daycare

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.

Resources

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

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

VCA - Rancho Mirage Animal Hospital 71-075 Highway 111 Rancho Mirage, 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 49.

The Canine Spa Pet Hotel & Grooming 760-328-0876 68766 Perez Rd Cathedral City, CA 92234 www.TheCanineSpa.com Please see ad on p 46.

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Car Dealerships

Palm Springs Subaru 67925 E/ Palm Canyon Dr., Cathedral City, 760-318-4700 www.palmspringssubaru. com, Subaru loves pets and pets love Subaru, stop by and see why!

Pet Friendly Resorts

The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa 71333 Dinah Shore Dr. Rancho Mirage (760) 328-5955

See page 90 for a listing of local pet sitters, trainers and other pet service providers who serve multiple cities.

Visit our website for a listing of pet-friendly lodging and dining.

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 mwiegel@ petcompanionmag.com.

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palm desert Retail & Pet Stores 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.

Cold Nose Warm Heart 77920 Country Club Drive, Suite 6-8, Palm Desert, (760) 345-8494, www.coldnosewarmheartspa.com

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” Bud Johnson Design 73-170 El Paseo, Palm Desert 760-674-1709

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Spoiled Dog Designs College of the Desert Street Fair, Lot 2 Space 222, 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.

Grooming

Barking Beauties 72216 Hwy. 111, Ste. F1, Palm Desert, 760-851-4679.

Dog grooming and private DIY self-wash room.

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 42.

Venus De Fido 73600 Alessandro Drive Palm Desert, California 92260 (760) 834-7050, venusdefido. com. A health and wellness luxury spa for pets and their people.

Please see ad on p 43.

Super Mutts 760-776-9201

Veterinarians Barkingham Pet Hotel California 34-550 Spyder Circle, Palm Desert, 760-537-1172 www.pethotelcalifornia.com Please see ad on p 94/95.

Cold Nose Warm Heart 77920 Country Club Drive, Suite 6-8, Palm Desert, (760) 345-8494, www.coldnosewarmheartspa.com

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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 11.

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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 78.

Palm Desert Pet Hospital 760-568-9377

Pet Boarding & Daycare

Palm Desert Dog Parks Barkingham Pet Hotel California 34-550 Spyder Circle, Palm Desert, 760-537-1172 www.pethotelcalifornia.com “Your pets ultimate vacation spot!”

Pet Taxi available from the Palm Springs area to our Palm Desert Facility. Please see ad on p 94/95.

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

Venus De Fido 73600 Alessandro Drive Palm Desert, California 92260 (760) 834-7050, venusdefido.com Please see ad on p 43.

Compounding Pharmacy

Town Center Compounding Pharmacy 72-624 El Paseo, Ste. 1A, Palm Desert, 760-341-3984

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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

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indian wells to indio 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 37.

Desert Feed Bag 83558 Avenue 45 # 1, Indio (760) 342-6602 desertfeedbag.com

Grooming Village Park Animal Hospital 51-230 Eisenhower Dr., La Quinta, 760-564-3833 www.VillageParkAnimal Hospital.com Please see ad on p 27.

Veterinarians

Village Park Animal Hospital 51-230 Eisenhower Dr., La Quinta, 760-564-3833 www.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 27.

Retail & Pet Stores

Pet Oasis 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 13.

Village Park Animal Hospital 51-230 Eisenhower Dr. La Quinta, 760-564-3833 www.VillageParkAnimal Hospital.com Please see ad on p 27.

The Grand Paw 51750 Jackson St., Indio, 760-398-9900. www.thegrandpaw.com Please see ad on p 45.

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The Grand Paw 51750 Jackson St., Indio, 760-398-9900. www.thegrandpaw.com Please see ad on p 45.

VCA All Creatures Animal Hospital 78-267 Highway 111 La Quinta, 760-564-1154, www.vcahospitals.com/allcreatures-ca Please see ad on p 68.

VCA - Valley Animal Medical Center 46920 Jefferson St., Indio, 760-342-4711, www. vcavalleyemergency.com Please see ad on p 2.

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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 68.

VCA - Valley Animal Medical Center 46920 Jefferson St., Indio, 760-342-4711, www. vcavalleyemergency.com, We are a 24-hour, full-service veterinary hospital and emergency animal medical center in Indio.

Please see ad on p 2.

Animal Samaritans 760-343-3477 Desert Dunes Animal Hospital 760-345-8227

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Pet Boarding & Daycare

desert hot springs Pet Boarding & Daycare

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 45.

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 68.

VCA - Valley Animal Medical Center 46920 Jefferson St., Indio, 760-342-4711, www. vcavalleyemergency.com, We offer boarding and daycare, call for information or to make a reservation.

Please see ad on p 2.

Kats Hotel for Dogs & Cats www.dssbykat.com, 760-460-1047

Furrst and Furrmost 68100 Louisan Rd. Desert Hot Springs, 760-409-9226, 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 46.

Veterinarian

Animal Hospital of Desert Hot Springs 13700 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs 760-251-1400, www.animalhospitaldhs.com Please see ad on p 19.

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

Resources

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

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

Pet Rescue Organizations The Pet Rescue Center 83-496 Avenue 51, Coachella, (760) 398-7722, coachellapetrescuecenter.org. ”Celebrating 16 years of life saving love!”

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valleywide services

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

Pet Clubs

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

Pet Sitters & Pet Waste Removal Service

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 46.

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 46.

Animal Attraction Tim Sally, 760-673-7370, www.animal-attraction.info In-home cat care Please see ad on p 44.

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Trainers

Golden Paws Pet Styling Academy 760-289-8217 Please see ad on p 44.

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

Services

Paws & Hearts, 760-836-1406 www.pawsandhearts.org Please see ad on p 77.

Multipure Water Filtration System www.multipureusa.com/ tsally 760-673-7370 USA, 604-484-8457 Canada Please see ad on p 12.

Richard Lewis Pet tracking services 760-772-6885 Please see ad on p 59.

Toni’s Animal Art tonisanimalart.weebly.com 505-690-3996 Trupanion trupanion.com 855-900-8638 Please see ad on back cover.

Products

NomNomNow nomnomnow.com Please see ad on p 53.

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Best Paw Forward Valerie Masi, 760-885-9450 www.BestPawForwardDogTraining.com Please see ad on p 69.

Dream Dogs Lori Wainio-Carman 45090 Golf Center Parkway Unit B, Indio, 760-899-7272 www.dreamdogs.com Please see ad on p 37.

PS Dog Training Ellen Wade, 760-365-2628. www.psdogtraining.com Please see ad on p 52.

Resources Loving All Animals 73550 Alessandro Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260, (760) 8347000, lovingallanimals.org Pet adoption, rescue and more.

Please see ad on p 81.

Animal Samaritans Shelter and Adoption Center 72307 Ramon Road, Thousand Palms, CA 92276 760-343-3477. animalsamaritans.org SNIP 855-559-8894, www.snipbus.org Mobile spay and neuter

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yucca valley Boarding

VCA Yucca Valley Animal Hospital 57185 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley, 760-365-0641 www.vcahospitals.com/yucca-valley

Blue Barn Ranch (Horse Boarding Stable) 3070 Yucca Mesa Rd, Yucca Valley, 760-965-6019, bluebarnranch.com

VCA Yucca Valley Animal Hospital 70513 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms, 760-367-9511 www.vcahospitals.com/29-palms

Joshua Tree Pet Resort 63381 Quail Springs Rd, Joshua Tree, 760-9740218, www.joshuatreepetboarding.com

Grooming

The Posh Pooch 56734 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley, 760-369-0528, theposhpoochsalon.com Dirty Dog-O-Mat 7305 Apache Trail, Yucca Valley, 760-365-7985, 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 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 SUMMER 2017

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 page p 52.

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. Excerpted from: www.us-parks.com/joshua-tree-nationalpark/dogs-in-parks.html

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Los Angeles Area Resources

Idyllwild Area Resources

Retail & Pet Stores

Retail & Pet Stores

Pussy & Pooch Beverly Hills www.pussyandpooch.com

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

D.O.G. Pet Boutique www.dogpetboutique.com

Grooming/Boarding

Grooming/Boarding

Love On A Leash 54585 N Circle Dr. Idyllwild, CA 92549 (951) 659-9020

Citydog! Club Play Park www.citydogclub.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 sand between your paws adventuring.

Social

Randi’s Rascals (951) 659-0439

Services

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 Please see ad on p 35.

Adoption/Rescue Living Free Animal Sanctuary 54250 Keen Camp Rd Mountain Center, CA 92561 (951) 659-4687 www.living-free.org

PupScout www.meetup.com/Beverly-HillsPupscouts/

Services

Please see ad on p 33.

Hollywood Paws Hollywoodpaws.com

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

Training

Love for Paws www.loveforpaws.com

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Lake Arrowhead Area Resources Lake Gregory Regional Park

Boarding Double Dog Ranch, Crestline, CA www.DoubleDogRanch.com (909) 338-8383 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 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 Please see ad on p 63.

Tommy’s Pet Studio, 27177 CA-189, Blue Jay, CA 92317 www.tommyspetstudio.com (909) 336-1061 Open 7 days Pet Shelters & Adoptions Mountains’ Humane Society, PO Box 452, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352 mountainshumanesociety@hotmail.com (909) 337-6422

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

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.

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.

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.

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arkingham has great activities available for your dog, including an agility course, a swimming pool and group training. Drop your furry companion off for a day or for overnight boarding.

Daycare

Offering social daycare or private accommodations for your pet. After a day of play, they come home content and relaxed.

Social daycare requires temperment testing before being able to play.

We have cat suites and bird boarding available too.

Boarding

Our luxury hotel and day care has been designed to carefully take our guests’ comfort into consideration. For overnight stays, our suites are beautifully laid out with plush elegance and relaxing amenities. We have on-site staff 24/7.

We also offer the latest technology to keep you and your pet connected.

Grooming

We groom and pamper dogs of all sizes, coats and temperaments.

Our expert groomers will pamper your dog: massage, mud baths, skin treatments, trim their nails and send them home looking like a show dog!

Barkingham Pet Hotel California 34-550 Spyder Circle / Dinah Shore Dr., Palm Desert, CA 92260

760-537-1172 www.PetHotelCalifornia.com

Seasonal outdoor pool for your dog

Nutrition and more!

Lori Weiner is now a certified Clinical Pet Nutritionist (CPN) and will be available to consult with clients on proper nutrition for their pet—in particular, pets with health issues.

Call to schedule an appointment.

Certified Pet Nutritionist

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