Or, create your own "cooling center..."

Moose beats the heat with his own, personal cooling center! Photo kindly emailed to us by Moose's mom, Sarah. Stay cool lil' doggies!

Keep those hot dogs cool at OHS' cooling center!

Oregon Humane Society Opens Cooling Center

People and pets can beat the heat by coming to the Oregon Humane Society. OHS is now offering its lobby as a cooling center for individuals and their animals who are suffering from Portland's record-breaking heat wave.

The OHS cooling center will be open today through Sunday, Aug 2., during normal shelter hours: Wed. 10 am - 7pm; Thurs. though Sat, 10 am - 9 pm; Sun. 10 am - 7 pm.

Pets must be accompanied by their owners at all times -- no pet drop offs are allowed.

"There are few, if any, cooling centers where people can bring their pets," said OHS Executive Director Sharon Harmon. Adults, children and well-behaved pets are invited to the cooling center, located in the OHS Animal Medical Learning Center (AMLC) lobby, which is located a few feet east of the main OHS shelter lobby entrance. The public is encouraged to bring crates for animals accustomed to using them.

OHS is located at 1067 NE Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR, (503) 285-7722; http://www.oregonhumane.org/

Art for Animals' Sake

Join Northwest pet photographers and artists for Art for Animals' Sake, a fundraiser to help support the homeless animals at NOAH. CityDog will be there...will you?

When: Friday, August 14, 2009, 6pm to 9pm

Where: 2200 Retail Plaza, South Lake Union, Seattle, Wash.

For more information, visit: artforanimalssake.com.

U.S. Justice Department honors Best Friends Animal Society for rehabilitative work with Michael Vick’s fighting dogs

WASHINGTON, D.C. ─ Best Friends Animal Society today received a 2009 Asset Forfeiture National Award for its “outstanding work with the dogs on the Bad Newz Kennels case (the Michael Vick case).”

This award to Best Friends is in conjunction with 2009 National Leadership Conference for the U.S. Justice Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) and the Asset Forfeiture Program. The conference focused on the essential role the OCDETF and Asset Forfeiture Programs play in disrupting and dismantling illegal enterprises, depriving criminals of the proceeds of illegal activity, deterring crime, and restoring property to victims of crime.

For the last 19 months, Best Friends has been in the national spotlight for its care of nearly half the animals seized from Michael Vick’s dog fighting operation. Considered the most challenging cases, these dogs would have been destroyed if Best Friends had not accepted them at their 3,700-acre sanctuary in southern Utah. During that time, the dogs have made steady progress, with one dog being recently adopted and another in foster care, the first step toward adoption.

Best Friends launched "Pit Bulls: Saving America's Dogs" a campaign to save the pit bull breed’s reputation, which in recent years has been sullied by dogfighting. Best Friends work with the Vick dogs has been chronicled on the National Geographic Channel series, ”DogTown.” Co-managers of DogTown, Michelle Beshmehn and John Garcia, who are featured on the show, accepted the award on behalf of Best Friends.

Statement on Michael Vick From the American Humane Association

Here is a statement from Marie Belew Wheatley, president and CEO of the American Humane Association, relative to the issue of Michael Vick completing his sentence and whether he will be reinstated by the National Football League:

"Whether or not Michael Vick is reinstated with the NFL, it is the American Humane Association’s sincere hope that he will make good on his reported intention to be a visible spokesperson against dogfighting and animal cruelty, and that he will use his continuing celebrity and notoriety to become a positive role model for compassion and empathy to both people and animals.

As for his reinstatement, that will be the NFL commissioner’s decision. American Humane is neither lobbying for nor against it. Since Vick’s indictment, American Humane has communicated with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell’s office on several occasions, as well as separately with the judge who sentenced Vick. Our original concern was that Vick, if and when found guilty, should receive a sentence appropriate to his crimes and his inhumane treatment of animals. The judicial process ran its course. Now it is up to others — such as Goodell, the public and Vick himself — as to what the future holds for Vick."

What do you think? Should Michael Vick be a spokesperson against dogfighting and animal cruelty? Should he be reinstated into the NFL?

The Travel Channel to feature CityDog!

Be sure to watch Extreme Wild Parties tomorrow at 8 p.m. on the Travel Channel featuring CityDog's Puppy Love Muttmixer!

For a preview, click here.

Woof woof!
CityDog Magazine

Get ready! Poochapalooza is almost here!

The 4th Annual Marysville Poochapalooza Outdoor Dog Event is like a county fair for dogs! Highlights: Flyball exhibitions, 2009 Hyperflite Skyhoundz Flying Disc Championship, Emerald City K-9 Freestyle Dancing Dog demonstrations, pet vendor booths, and more. Enter your dog in fun “Best in Show” contests like “best kisser,” “wackiest pet trick,” “best voice,” “best costume" and much, much more!

When: Sat. July 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where:
Totem Middle School
Asbery Field
1605 7th St.
Marysville, Wash.



Admission: FREE, but donations greatly appreciated.

For more information or to pre-register for contests: poochapalooza.org or call Leslie Buell: (360) 651-0633.

Photos from the third annual CityDog Summer Muttmixer are now online!

Check them out here!

Super Pet Adopt-a-Thon this Saturday!

Meet hundreds of adoptable cats and dogs from across Washington State, all at the Kent Animal Shelter on Saturday, July 11!

Pet microchipping, pet licensing and pet product vendors will be on site as well as animal trainers and a raffle to benefit the Animal Angel Fund. If you are searching for a new furry friend, don't miss this event!

More info here: http://tinyurl.com/ljogxe

Pabst wins world's ugliest dog contest

PETALUMA, Calif. — A prominent under-bite, scrunched face and floppy ears are the hallmarks of a winner.

The winner of the World's Ugliest Dog contest, that is.

Pabst, a boxer-mix rescued from a shelter by Miles Egstad of Citrus Heights, Calif., won the annual contest on Friday at the Sonoma-Marin Fair in Northern California.

It was an upset victory for Pabst, who beat former champion Rascal, a pedigree Chinese Crested.

Pabst's owner took home $1,600 in prize money, pet supplies and a modeling contract with House of Dog.

Miss Ellie, a blind 15-year-old Chinese Crested Hairless, won the pedigree category.

Check out more photos from the contest here. (Hilarious!)

(AP Photo/Noah Berger)

Contest entry all the way from Switzerland!

Loki is an Alaskan malamute. He came into my life in 1999 as a rescue dog, from the PAWS shelter in Lynnwood, Washington.

He came to me malnourished -- he'd been a stray in the woods outside of Seattle for so long hiscoat and skin were mildewed from the rain. In the past ten years, Loki has been with me through a divorce, 5 moves, 3 round-trip cross-country (USA) drives, helped me care for my mother while she was ill with esophageal cancer, and now lives with me in Geneva Switzerland.

He would sit on the porch with Mom, and have sandwiches with her, when I lived there in her last months. She'd tell him all kinds of good stories about growing up with rabbits and chickens and he'd listen, his head at her feet, awaiting the next bit of sandwich.


When I got the chance to move to Geneva, I knew he'd like the snow in winter better than the Seattle rain, and the freedom to come to restaurants and to work with me. As he is my best friend, hiking buddy, snowshoe pal, and my favorite listener, he's changed my life by giving me an insight into patience and unconditional love.

Thanks,
Lynn and Loki


If you would like to enter for the chance to win one flavor each of Wellness WellBars, simply email us a photo of your dog(s) and in 100 words or less, tell us how they've changed your life.

Woof!

CityDog Muttmixer and Emma

Last Wednesday, CityDog Magazine celebrated its fourth anniversary with a Summer Muttmixer at Seattle's Rock Bottom Brewery. I have to say, it was a huge success, with hundreds of pooches and their peeps turning out to mix and mingle, sip cocktails and swap doggie tales. Thanks to everyone who attended!

However, one particular four-legged guest caught my attention and my heart: Emma, a gorgeous pitbull mix who has been looking for her forever home for over a year now. Currently, she resides at the Seattle Animal Shelter, but her volunteer handler thought it important to get Emma out of the shelter to show off her sweet and social personality. She definitely won me over!

If you would like to learn more about Emma on Petfinder.com, please click here.

Photos by Emily Rieman, BestFriend Photography.

You are invited to CityDog's Summer Muttmixer!

To view our invitation online, click here.

Seattle Animal Shelter's Furry 5k this Sunday!

10th Annual Furry 5k Fun Run and Walk

SUNDAY, JUNE 7th in SEWARD PARK. RACE STARTS at 10 A.M.

The annual Furry 5k Fun Run and Walk is a fabulous event, raising money for the shelter's Help the Animals Fund, which provides veterinary care and supplies for sick, injured or abused orphaned animals. The Seattle Animal Shelter takes in nearly 8,000 animals annually. Of those, many receive the lifesaving care they need thanks to the generous donations of individuals and companies like you! With annual veterinary expenses of approximately $100,000, every dollar raised counts! So, join the fun with your furry, four-legged friends and help raise money for animals!

For more information, visit: www.furry5k.com.

Strut Your Mutt on Sunday!

This weekend is Seattle's Pike Place Market Street Festival! Kicking off Sunday, May 31 at 10 a.m., is the Strut Your Mutt contest and parade! Dog lovers will have an opportunity to show off their mutt and vie for prizes! And, be sure to pick up a FREE copy of CityDog Magazine at the Downtown Dog Lounge vendor booth!

Woof!
CityDog Magazine

Seriously? Michael Vick now working with the Humane Society of the United States? This article seems to make a good point: http://shar.es/12L6.

CityDog readers, what do you think?

HSUS' Dogs of Valor Winners!

The Humane Society of the United States is pleased to announce the winners of the 2009 Dogs of Valor Awards. The awards celebrate the human-animal bond by honoring dogs who have exhibited an extraordinary sense of courage or resolve by heroically helping a person in need.

Valor Dog of the Year

· Baby C. (Albuquerque, N.M.) – After their SUV plummeted 20 feet off a mountain road and wedged upside down between two trees, Baby nestled close to her owner, Elwood Cardon, who was injured and trapped by the steering column. The Great Dane also crawled out of a shattered window several times to seek help. After 10 hours, Baby finally got the attention of one of the area’s few residents and led her to the wreckage.

Runners Up

· Boo (renamed “Hero”) (Jim Thorpe, Penn.) – While walking Boo in an isolated area, the German Shepherd mix’s owner, Dennis Redline, slipped on ice, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Immediately, Boo began running through the area, barking. Neighbors called police, and when they arrived several hours later, Boo led them to Dennis who was still unconscious. He remained in a coma for 6 days.

· Charley (Loganville, Ga.) – Charley barked and paced until he got the attention of his owner, Frances Gippert. Finally giving in to his persistence, she took the West Highland terrier outside, and they started to walk along their normal path. It was then that Charley pulled Frances the opposite way, leading her down the street to a semi-conscious man who was lying next to a house in the shrubs. Frances called for help and discovered the man had a brain hemorrhage, a collapsed lung and a cracked rib.

· Jake (Omaha, Neb.) – When Jake’s owner, Tony Bailey, was swept away by strong currents in the Platte River, he called for help as he gasped for air. Although his cries were muffled to his family on the shore, the Labrador retriever recognized the boy’s distress, leapt into the river, and swam to Tony. Tony wrapped his arms around Jake’s neck who swam the boy back upstream to safety.

People’s Hero

· D-boy (Oklahoma City, Okla.) – After an armed man burst through their home’s front door and yelled for D-boy’s owner, Roberta Trawick, and her family to get on the ground, the pit bull entered from another room and charged towards the assailant. Before reaching him, the man shot D-boy in the head. D-boy continued, but the man shot him twice more. The man then fled the home. The family called 911, and D-boy was treated at a local emergency veterinary center.

Photo Credits: Baby, Elwood Cardon; Boo, James Svehla; Charley, Frances Gippert; Jake, Tony Bailey; D-boy, News9.com.

Silent, but deadly!

Aw, they look so innocent -- those sweet faces! But, sometimes a not-so-innocent odor emits from their adorable, little bodies. You know what I'm talking about, fellow dog lovers! As any dog owner can relate, sometimes our little darlings are capable of clearing a room in one fell swoop by a silent, but deadly...yes, I'll say it...fart!

Dr. Hamilton, an oncology resident at Michigan State's Animal Cancer Care Clinic and regular contributor to Amazon.com's Wag Reflex, explains this Fido phenomenon with finesse! Click here to read more!

Contest Winner! Rose and Rascal

We asked for them and you sent them -- inspiring stories about how your dog has changed your life! It's a way for us to give back to readers with cool prizes plus share your tails (er, tales) with fellow readers! Here's our most recent winner's entry:

"Two years ago -- and three weeks after my only sister died from a brain tumor -- a little ball of fuzz joined me and changed my life. After Ellen died I found baby Rascal (my first-ever dog!) at a rescue, and my life has never been the same.

Baby Rascal gave me a reason to get up every morning (potty-training!), get outside in the fresh air, and gave me something other than my grief to focus on. He also provided me with a whole new community of doggy friends!

During one of the darkest chapters of my life this new soul appeared and brought with him joy, responsibility, and connection. He has filled my heart in a way I did not know was possible," -- Rose Bigham (and Rascal)

Rose and Rascal have won one flavor each of Etta Says! doggone tasty treats!

CityDog Living: Here Comes the Dog

More and more couples say "I do" to including their dog in their wedding. Read the full story here.

Photo by Amelia Soper, Dane + Dane Studios

Doggie Dash: Record Turnout Expected

The Oregon Humane Society is predicting a record turnout for the 22nd Annual OHS Doggie Dash, Portland’s largest block-party for pets and people!

The festivities begin Saturday morning, May 9th, with a new bridge-to-bridge run for people and dogs through downtown Portland. For those less athletically inclined, organizers offer a relaxing 1.5 mile stroll for pet owners and their dogs along Naito Parkway and Waterfront Park.

Last year, Doggie Dash raised $220,000 for animals, with all proceeds benefiting the Oregon Humane Society. For 2009, OHS is expecting 3,000 runners/walkers, 4,000 onlookers, and 3,000 dogs--about 1/3 more than last year.

“If you love dogs, this is the place to be on Saturday. You’ll not only have a great time, you’ll be helping a great cause,” said Sharon Harmon, OHS executive director.

The day's festivities include a free wellness exam for your pooch, a canine talent contest, pre-Dash yoga lesson for you and your dog, a post-Dash massage clinic for dogs, a tasty pancake breakfast before the Dash, and live music by Portland’s Lost Creek bluegrass band.

Early registration for the Dash ($25) closes at midnight, May 7. The public can register online or onsite registration opens at 7:30 am, May 9th at Waterfront Park. Look for the registration tent near intersection of Naito Parkway and SW Pine St.

CityDog visits sunny Seabrook!

If you thought you had to go all the way to Cannon Beach to find an up-scale seaside getaway in the Northwest, think again. Filling a niche for finely appointed, pet friendly, seaside lodging less than a three hour drive from Seattle or Portland, Seabrook is quickly making a name for the long forgotten Pacific Beach.

Read the full story here.

Photo by J. Nichole Smith, Dane + Dane Studios

Ben Stein says get a dog and your life will be better! We couldn't agree more!

Don't forget! Mother's Day is May 10!

We have the perfect Mother's Day gift idea for all those dog loving moms out there... a gift subscription to CityDog Magazine! If you're a dog mom, treat yourself (it's a little tough for Fido to purchase one for you) or give the gift that has tails wagging all year long! Simply click here!

Extra! Extra! Read all about it! CityDog visits the newly dog-friendly Salish Lodge!

Hope springs eternal and eternity is what it felt like, as we hoped and waited for Salish Lodge to someday be dog friendly. Thankfully, the wait is over and the lodge now invites you and your four legged friend to enjoy everything this Northwest icon has to offer. Read the full story here.

Photo by J. Nichole Smith, Dane + Dane Studios

Upcoming Event Not to be Missed: Pugmania!

May 9 • Seattle, Wash. 11 a.m.–4 p.m. in airplane hanger #30 at Magnuson Park, 7400 Sandpoint Way. Seattle Pug Rescue's 14th annual pug gala. Pugs and their people come from all over for this event. Activities include the parade of rescue pugs, pug races, pug costume contests, pug talent show, an agility ring, pug kissing contest, a silent auction and raffle, and a variety of vendors supplying all things Pug.

For more info, call Cathy 425.827.7155 or Sherry 425.643.1418. Please note that for insurance purposes, only pugs and pug-mix dogs are allowed inside the Seattle Pug Gala.

Another Contest Entry to Share With You

"I refer to my dogs as the 4Bs. They are Bailey, Baxter, Brody, & Benson. They have changed my life because they are my life. Before them, I was alone. Now I am like a soccer mom, only in my case it’s a dog-, park-, tennis-, ball-mom. I groom them, I walk them, I take them to the dog park to play, we have birthday parties for them, and we go on vacation together. I even bought a house, or more appropriately, a yard, for them. It’s just a small house at 1058 square feet, but sits on ¼ acre which makes for a nice back yard for my boys to play." -- Peg Ponack & the 4Bs

Keep the entries coming! To enter, simply email us a photo of your dog(s) and in 100 words or less, tell us how they've changed your life.

Woof!

CityDog Magazine

Another Contest Entry to Share With You

"Squirt ran out in front of my car one day on my way to a meeting. He wormed his way into my heart and subsequently my home!

We began competing in agility and have a blast! My social life started to revolve around dog events…Dog parks, doggie dine-arounds, agility classes, ‘Yappy Hours’ and trips to Dog Beach. I now find myself looking for restaurants that have a patio and are ‘dog friendly’! He’s my constant companion and Best Friend!" -- Barb Del'Ve

Breaking News: Bill to Curb Puppy Mills Goes to Governor Gregoire for Signature

CityDog Magazine, the Humane Society of the United States, and dog lovers throughout Washington State, urge Gov. Christine Gregoire to sign a bill that strengthens protections for dogs at mass production facilities known as puppy mills. The legislation (S.B. 5651), led by Sen. Jeanne Kohl-Welles, D-36, passed its final vote in the Senate today by a bipartisan vote of 43-4.

“As we have seen in Washington, abusive puppy mills produce dogs with no concern for their welfare,” said Daniel Paul, HSUS Washington state director. “Washington state lawmakers have taken a measurable step forward for man’s best friend, and we urge Governor Gregoire to sign this important animal welfare and consumer protection legislation.”

The bill prohibits a commercial puppy producer from possessing more than 50 unaltered dogs more than 6 months old at any time. It also establishes basic care standards for producers with more than 10 unaltered dogs older than 6 months that are kept in enclosures for the majority of the day. The basic care standards include providing clean food and water, allowing dogs to leave their cages for at least an hour daily, providing adequate veterinary care and having clean, safe housing.

“This is a consumer protection issue for individuals and families who obtain puppies from commercial breeders. Puppies from puppy mills are likely to have serious health problems which can translate to a health risk for individuals and families who purchase them. But I also introduced the bill for protection of the animals who really should have clean facilities, be able to move around, be able to get fresh air, and not be kept in horrible conditions and expected to just simply breed,” said Sen. Jeanne Kohl-Welles.

Washington State currently has no statewide law to regulate puppy mills. Puppy mills are mass dog producing facilities that keep animals in cages or kennels, often in squalid conditions with little or no exercise, socialization or human interaction. The puppies churned out at these facilities are sold to pet stores, online and directly to consumers with little to no regard for the dog’s health or genetic history.

The legislation exempts retail pet stores and some other entities. The legislation cracks down on the worst abuses at large-scale puppy mills, and will not affect responsible breeders who already raise dogs humanely.

To learn more about puppy mills, visit www.humanesociety.org/puppymills.

The Odd Couple: Elephant + Dog = Best Friends

CityDog Contest Kick-Off!

We've asked for them and you've sent them -- inspiring stories about how your dog has changed your life! It's a way for us to give back to readers with cool prizes plus share your tails (er, tales) with fellow readers! Here's the first in a series:

"My dog Brook has changed my life by continually reminding me of the simple principles: Worry less, play more. Whine less, smile more. Run often, sleep often, love unconditionally. Give affection daily. Show remorse when you get into garbage. Enjoy the outdoors as much as possible. Use all your senses to enjoy the world around you. For these reasons I love Brook, and she has made my life immeasurably better." -- Randi Phelps

To enter, simply email us a photo of your dog(s) and in 100 words or less, tell us how they've changed your life.

Woof!
CityDog Magazine

Single Copy & Back Issues Now Available!

Single copies of the current issue and back issues through Summer 2007 are now available for purchase on the CityDog website. Want the current issue? Save a trip to the newsstand and have it mailed right to your door! Miss a back issue? Simply click on the Buy Now button for the issue you're looking for and we'll handle the rest!

To get started, click here!

Woof!

CityDog Magazine

A Few of Our Favorite Things: Part One

Want a day to simply hang out in bed and watch old movies? Grab your dog a fashionable duvet from Molly Mutt and he might be persuaded to forgo his daily walk to join you in the relaxation. The duvets are durable, washable, 100 percent cotton and fully zipped. Use it to add décor to an old dog bed or stuff it with blankets or old, recycled sweaters and tees (your dog will love that it smells like you) to start fresh. Sizes are available from small to large. $20-$40 at mollymutt.com.

This, and many more cool products are featured in the Spring 2009 issue of CityDog Magazine. To subscribe, simply click here.

This Dog Has Good Taste!

This was shared with us by a CityDog reader! Apparently, Captain loves his CityDog Magazine so much he ate it! Woof!

The Obamas Join the Ranks of Dog Lovers!

The internet is abuzz with news of Bo, the Obama family's newest member! Congratulations to the First Family on joining the ranks of millions of dog lovers! It's a special group to be in and we are thrilled to have you!

To read more about the First Pooch, click here.

Happy Easter!

My girl Scout at the newly dog-friendly Salish Lodge in Snoqualmie, Washington.

Happy Easter everyone, two- and four-legged alike!

Brandie Ahlgren, founder
CityDog Magazine

Photo by J. Nichole Smith, Dane + Dane Studios.

The Spring 2009 issue of CityDog Magazine is hot-off-the-press! It's your one-stop-shop for all there is to know about life and living with dogs in the West, with articles on everything from dog-friendly weekend getaways, to behavior and health, to regional events and adventures to be had with your four-legged friend.

For a sneak peek at the current issue simply click on the image above. We've packed it with things to do and places to go this spring with your pooch including a feature travel story about Northwest icon and newly dog-friendly Salish Lodge, overlooking the spectacular Snoqualmie Falls!

And, if you enjoy what you see, a one-year subscription to CityDog is just $18 or save even more with a two-year subscription for $30. That's 40% off the newsstand price. Enjoy the convenience of CityDog Magazine delivered directly to your door! CityDog is also sold in over 400 locations including independent pet stores and newsstands as well as major bookstores such as Barnes & Noble and Borders.

Woof!
Brandie Ahlgren, founder & editor
CityDog Magazine
Seattle, Wash.

Event Not to Be Missed!

Easter b'Egg Hunt
April 11 • Duvall, Wash. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. at Camp Charlie, 124th St. Bring your canine (s) to Camp Charlie’s for the annual Homeward Pet Adoption Center Easter b’Egg Hunt! This is such a fun event and the dogs really do enjoy the hunt for the eggs. For more information, visit homewardpet.org or call 425.488.4444 x404.

For more upcoming events visit our online calendar.

Good News!

Good news—Washington Senate Bill 5651, the bill that will help dogs in our state’s puppy mills, has passed the senate! It is now being considered in the Washington House of Representatives, which could vote on it as soon as next week.

SB 5651 will set a cap on the number of intact, adult dogs commercial breeders may keep, as well as establish basic standards of humane care for these dogs—including minimum requirements for cage size and exercise.

The next few days are a critical period for SB 5651. Please let your representative know that you want this bill to pass.

The spring issue of CityDog Magazine is hot-off-the-press and in it we delve into the recent puppy mill raids as told by the people on the front lines. For a sneak peek, click here.

To subscribe to CityDog Magazine, click here.

Update on Dog Tethering from King County Councilmember Larry Phillips

I wanted to share the below letter from King County Councilmember Larry Phillips regarding recommendations for banning dog tethering. This is good news!
------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Dear Ms. Ahlgren,

Thank you for your interest in animal care in King County, and specifically in the practice of chaining dogs. I am pleased to announce that on March 30, 2009 the Metropolitan King County Council unanimously accepted a report recommending a partial ban on the continuous chaining or tethering of dogs. I was glad to sponsor this legislation.

Last year I wrote with the good news that the Council unanimously voted to ask the County Executive to study the costs and challenges of implementing such a ban in both the unincorporated areas of King County and in the 34 suburban cities that contract with King County for animal services. This week's legislation, Motion 2009-0159, accepts the Executive's response.

In short, the Executive recommends an outright ban on tethering dogs in certain situations, including no tethering:

• Of puppies under 6 months old
• Of sick or injured dogs
• Using training chains, choke chains, or pinch chains
• During periods of extreme weather (heat, cold, windstorms)
• If there is no access to water, shelter, and dry ground

In addition, the Executive recommends a ban on any night-time tethering of all dogs (for example, no tethering between 9 pm-5 am). These bans would be in effect in unincorporated King County, as well as in any cities that contract with King County for animal care and control services that wish to be included in the ban. You can read the full report online at the following link: http://www.kingcounty.gov/council.aspx

The Council will be taking a close look at the findings and recommendations of the report, as well as the associated costs of implementing a ban. Citizen input has been and will continue to be very important in considering moving forward with a ban, so I appreciate knowing your views on this matter.

There is significant evidence that continuous chaining of dogs is inhumane and may result in increased vicious and aggressive behavior toward other animals and humans. Thus, banning the continuous chaining of dogs may help keep both people and animals safer; certainly, more education and early intervention around the root causes of aggressive behavior in dogs can lead to happier, better behaved dogs, and can help prevent attacks on innocent victims.

Thank you again for your interest in animal care and safety.

Sincerely,

Larry Phillips, Councilmember
Metropolitan King County Council, District Four
King County Courthouse
516 Third Avenue, Room 1200
Seattle, WA 98104-3272
206.296.1004
larry.phillips@kingcounty.gov

For more information: http://www.kingcounty.gov/phillips

Sneak Peek at the Spring Issue! Arrives April 7!

Here is a sneak peek at the Spring 2009 issue of CityDog Magazine, arriving from the printer on April 7. Some exciting features include: a weekend getaway to the newly dog friendly Salish Lodge, eco- and animal-friendly spring cleaning tips, top 10 canine-friendly campgrounds in the West, an expose on the recent puppy mill raids in Washington, and much more! This might just be our favorite issue yet!

CityDog subscribers, watch for it to arrive in the mail soon!

If you don't yet subscribe, click here to subscribe today!

Follow CityDog on Twitter!

CityDog Magazine is on Twitter! Be sure to follow us @citydogmagazine!

Seattle Dog Show this weekend!

Come one! Come all! This weekend is the Seattle Kennel Club Dog Show! Come and be a part of one of the Northwest's greatest traditions. The Seattle Kennel Club Dog Show is in its 71st year with over 2,000 dogs competing for Best in Show. Join over 13,000 canine enthusiasts and root for your favorite dog over the two day event. And, come visit CityDog Magazine at booth #112.

Where: Qwest Field Event Center, next to Safeco Field
When: March 7 & 8, 2009, 7am (ouch) to 6pm

For more details, visit seattledogshow.org.

A Message from the ASPCA

Washington State Senate Bill 5651 is humane legislation that will help dogs in local puppy mills by setting a cap on the number of intact dogs over the age of six months who may be kept by commercial dog breeders.

Because this important bill acknowledges that current Washington state laws are inadequate regarding the care and husbandry of dogs in large-scale breeding facilities, it will also establish basic standards of humane care for these dogs—including minimum requirements for cage size and exercise. If SB 5651 is passed, it will be difficult for Washington’s worst puppy mills to stay in business.

What You Can Do
Please visit the ASPCA Advocacy Center online to personalize and send a letter to your state senator, urging him or her to support SB 5651.

Read about the recent Washington puppy mill raids (with close to 600 dogs rescued) in the upcoming spring issue of CityDog Magazine!

Subscribe today!

Another CityDog Top 10!

Dog friendly ski resorts...there's still time! Check out our top 10 favorite dog friendly ski resorts here.

Top 10 Ultimutt Wineries in the West

With spring right around the corner, it's time to start planning some road trips with your pooch. If exploring the Washington, Oregon and/or California wine country is at the top of your list, we've come up with our top 10 favorite wineries to help you on your way!

And, speaking of road trips, CityDog Magazine is compiling all of our Top 10's, weekend getaways, travel tips, deluxe digs and more into a guide book for dog lovers called CityDog Destinations Northwest. Essentially, it's a best of the Northwest for traveling with your dog. Look for it this summer!

In the meantime, subscribe to CityDog Magazine today!

Woof!
Brandie Ahlgren, founder & editor
CityDog Magazine

P.S. Become a fan of CityDog on Facebook and be sure to follow us on Twitter at citydogmagazine!

We're adding new content to the CityDog website!

Over the next couple of weeks, we are adding tons of new content to the website! For a sneak peek, check out CityDog Magazine's Top 10 Bow-wow Worthy Beaches here!

Citizen Lobbyists Rally at Capitol Urging Lawmakers to Pass Slate of Animal Protection Laws

Dozens of citizens from across the Evergreen State will descend on the state capitol in Olympia and meet with their lawmakers today to urge them to pass a series of animal protections bills before them this session. The citizen lobbyists are participating in Humane Lobby Day, which is organized by The Humane Society of the United States, with participation from local shelters, rescues, and animal groups from across Washington state.

The animal protection bills before the legislature in 2009 are:

• SB 5651/HB 1936 would crack down on the worst abuses at “puppy mills” by barring the possession of more than 25 breeding dogs at one time. It also establishes minimum care standards for dogs at breeding facilities.
• SB 5329/HB 1406 establishes a spay/neuter assistance program for feral cats as well as dogs and cats of low income individuals.
• SB 5402/HB 1968 prevents people convicted of animal cruelty, in cases where the animal died or endured substantial pain or undue suffering, from owning similar animals in the future.

The HSUS is also working to defeat legislation that would essentially repeal the state’s ban on steel-jawed leghold traps that was overwhelmingly passed by Washington voters. HB 1115/SB 5389 would overturn I-713, the citizen’s initiative approved in 2000 by a 10-point margin, which protects Washington’s pets and wildlife from cruel and indiscriminate trapping for recreation and commerce in fur.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for citizens who care about animal protection to make their voices heard, and a great way for them to participate in the lawmaking process,” said Dan Paul, Washington state director for The Humane Society of the United States. “The support of local advocates is crucial to our efforts to improve the lives of animals in Washington, and prevent lawmakers from rolling back the will of the people.”

Last year, state legislatures across the country passed 93 new laws for animals. The HSUS works with animal advocates and state legislators across the country to enact laws protecting animals from cruelty, combating animal fighting, halting wildlife abuse, and more.

Click here to find your legislator and let them know how you would like them to vote on the above legislation.

We Rocked the House!

It was a full house at the third annual CityDog Puppy Love MuttMixer! The W Hotel was packed with hundreds of pooches and their peeps...plus The Travel Channel was there to film the festivities including our first ever "mutt-rimony" (er, doggie wedding). Q13 Fox News even showed up! We'll have pictures posted soon, or if you have snapshots from the party you'd like to share, feel free to email them to us at info@citydogmagazine.com!

And, thank you to everyone for your donations to the Everett Animal Shelter. Your generosity will go toward helping the hundreds of dogs rescued from puppy mills.

Woof!
CityDog Magazine

CityDog Magazine's 21st Birthday Pawty!

It was quite the mutt mixer at CityDog's 21st (in dog years, that is) birthday party at the W Hotel Seattle! Check out this little video from Crescent Moon Studio and see for yourself!

Vote Yes!

Public survey: Should continuous dog chaining be restricted in King County? Responses will be presented to council with report findings

King County residents are invited to share their opinions about a proposed dog tethering ordinance by taking a King County Animal Care and Control survey. The survey will be accessible for one week in the right sidebar at www.kingcounty.gov/pets, until February 13, 2009. Responses will be given to the King County Council as part of a feasibility study of a potential ordinance restricting continuous dog chaining in King County.

King County’s animal cruelty investigations program has increased the number of cases sent to prosecutors by more then 300 percent in the last two years. The County is building a model animal care and control program that focuses on saving lives through proactive licensing education and enforcement, enhanced pet adoption programs, and a stronger veterinary medical program.

For more information about King County Animal Care and Control’s services or to learn about volunteer opportunities at the shelter, call 206-296-PETS (7387) or visit www.kingcounty.gov/pets.

West Seattle Art Walk is Going to the Dogs

The Kenney is going to the dogs as part of the West Seattle Art Walk. You and your well-behaved canine are invited to visit this West Seattle landmark to view works by renowned Seattle pet photographer Bev Sparks, West Seattle pet photographer Jenifer Flynn, and Kenney resident artist Ann Bowden.

WHERE
The Kenney, 7125 Fauntleroy Way SW, West Seattle

WHEN
Thursday, February 12, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

WHY
Kick off your pre-Valentine's Day festivities with great art, great food and great wine -- and the four-legged love of your life!

Above photo by Seattle pet photographer Bev Sparks.

3rd Annual CityDog Puppy Love MuttMixer!

WHO

CityDog Magazine, you and the furry, four-legged love of your life.

WHAT

Join CityDog Magazine and fellow dog lovers at the swanky W Hotel Seattle to mix and mingle, sip cocktails and swap doggy tails. Are you single? Even better! Puppy love will be in the air, so who knows...you might just meet that special two-legged someone to add to your pack.

We have a doggie wedding planned, pawdicures and special guests from The Travel Channel who will be there to film the festivities for an upcoming show!

Photographer extraordinaire J. Nichole Smith of Dane + Dane Studios will also be on hand to snap portraits of your furry friend (available for purchase).

WHEN

Wednesday, February 11, 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

WHERE

W Seattle, Living Room

1112 4th Avenue

Seattle, WA 98101

Click here for directions

WHY

Why for the love of dog, of course! The event is free, but we will be taking donations for the Everett Animal Shelter. Last month, the shelter took in 150 of the nearly 600 dogs rescued from Washington puppy mills, with several in need of serious medical attention.

RSVP

Please RSVP with the number of humans and number of canines attending to info@citydogmagazine.com. Thank you!

Party Animal Rules: Dogs must remain on-leash and be under your control at all times. Dogs (and people for that matter) must also play well with others. Thank you for your understanding!

Above photo by J. Nichole Smith, Dane + Dane Studios

Best-selling author Temple Grandin in Seattle tomorrow at Third Place Books

Best-selling author of Animals in Translation, Temple Grandin, will be in Seattle tomorrow to promote her new book Animals Make Us Human: Creating the Best Life for Animals.

WHERE:

Third Place Books

17171 Bothell Way NE,

Lake Forest Park, WA 98155

WHEN:

Friday, Jan. 30 at 6:30 p.m.

Temple Grandin is inarguably the most accomplished and well-known adult with autism in the world. She has a Ph.D. in animal science and is a professor at Colorado State University. A passionate and effective animal advocate, Grandin spearheaded reform of the quality of life and humaneness of death for farm animals. In her new book Animals Make Us Human, Grandin shows us a revolutionary way to create the best and happiest life for our animals -- on their terms, not ours.

To read our full review of Animals Make Us Human, pick up a copy of the winter issue of CityDog Magazine -- on newsstands now -- or subscribe today!

Ms. Grandin will also be on KUOW's (94.9 FM) The Conversation tomorrow at 1 p.m.

CityDog in the West Seattle Blog

http://westseattleblog.com/blog/?p=13915

Fun event for the whole family

Hotel For Dogs at Regal Cinemas Auburn Stadium 17
January 31 • Auburn, Wash., 12pm–4pm. Regal Cinemas Auburn Stadium 17 and King County Animal Shelter will be celebrating the release of the new movie "Hotel For Dogs" this Saturday, January 31st. Stop by and adopt a new friend, become a foster parent, make a donation, or become a volunteer. For show times and tickets, click here.

For more events including the upcoming CityDog Puppy Love Muttmixer on Feb. 11, click here!

Follow up to 60 Minutes story and inspiration to animal lovers

It's a ruff economy (pun intended). But, underneath this dark cloud of recession, sometimes there is a silver lining.

Last Sunday, I happened to be watching 60 Minutes. What caught my attention (and apparently Ellen DeGeneres') was a segment on Ernie Bjorkman, a popular Denver news anchor for more than 26 years, who was recently laid off as a result of a merger of two competing news stations.

Ernie decided to take on his true passion which was to work with animals in veterinary medicine. He dropped everything and went back to school to become a Vet Tech. Now that he's graduated, he's pursuing his dream -- with a substantial pay cut (and I mean substantial pay cut), but a significant increase in his overall happiness.

Ellen DeGeneres, co-owner of Halo Purely for Pets, was moved by Ernie’s story and asked him to be a guest on today’s broadcast of The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (I missed it, but maybe you caught it?)

Apparently, Halo Purely for Pets has decided to help a fellow pet lover out and has arranged for the veterinary clinic that hires Ernie to receive a year’s supply of Halo products. Ellen surprised Ernie with this exciting news on her show today.

I love a happy story and will keep you posted on the veterinary clinic that hires Ernie -- who is an inspiration to animal lovers everywhere!

Puppy Mills: A Scourge on Society

I know I’m preaching to the choir here, but I feel the need to ask this… After everything in the news about puppy mills, who in their right mind would buy a puppy from a pet store or even over the Internet? If you love dogs, the last place you should be shopping for one is in a pet store or online (with the exception of adoption sites like Petfinder.com, of course).

Near my hometown of Seattle, we’ve seen two, alleged puppy mills raided in the last month with nearly 600 dogs seized and now living at the Everett Animal Shelter or in foster homes. These dogs were rescued from deplorable conditions – sick, matted, covered in feces and urine, crammed into cages – one dog even needing an eye removed. Many have tumors or other physical abnormalities and several dead dogs were found on the properties.

I know this is hard to read, but I am outraged and sickened by this as well as discouraged that people continue to sell and buy dogs in pet stores – just perpetuating this scourge.

With that said, I am also encouraged by the outpouring of support and donations from the community – people reaching out to help these dogs – something I’m sure these poor animals have never experienced in their lives. Many area groomers have donated their time and skills. Dog food collection sites have been set up in various locations. And, legislation has been introduced on the state level to more tightly regulate breeders. In other words, there is hope.

But still, many of the dogs seized are/were pregnant so litters of puppies are being born at the shelter plus many of the animals need serious veterinary care. If you would like to donate dog food or money for medical expenses to the Everett Animal Shelter’s nonprofit agency, ARF (Animal Rescue Foundation), you may do so by calling 425-257-6000 or visiting the shelter in person at 2732 36th St., Everett, Wash. To learn more about ARF, visit www.everettarf.org/.

Thank you for letting me vent.

Brandie Ahlgren, founder
CityDog Magazine

Puppy Bowl Kicks Off February 1 at 3 p.m.

If your favorite team’s season went to the dogs this year (mine did...the Seattle Seahawks), Animal Planet has some new recruits that are ready for their chance to conquer the pigskin—or a chew toy—in PUPPY BOWL V.

The yearly canine competition is back as a new cast of pups takes the field for another year of dogged defense, puppy penalties and fido first downs. The action takes place on the grand gridiron of Animal Planet Stadium, where an all-star, all- “adoptable” lineup of rambunctious pups is ready to compete in the ultimate puppy showdown.

To kick start this year’s sports extravaganza is “Pepper the Parrot,” singing a unique rendition of the National Anthem. This year, every puppy featured in PUPPY BOWL V is recruited from a local shelter, so these pooches are free agents looking for a good home.

Plus, while the big guys are listening to “The Boss” at halftime, PUPPY BOWL has once again enlisted the help of some frisky kittens for an all-new edition of the KITTY HALF-TIME SHOW. Make your fantasy picks now and come online during the big game to vote for MVP (Most Valuable Puppy).

PUPPY BOWL V premieres on Animal Planet, Sunday, February 1, from 3-5 PM (ET/PT).

Website Update

Hi again - The CityDog website is working like a charm - however, we have a temporary subscription page to get us through the weekend. Don't worry, it's a secure page, however we can only process one year subscriptions. By Tuesday of next week, you will have the choice of subscribing for one or two years.

Again, thank you for your patience!

Brandie Ahlgren, founder
CityDog Magazine

Website Currently Under Construction

Hi all - Just a quick note to say CityDog is switching website servers today and the site was down for a bit this morning. Currently the subscription page is down, but all other pages are loaded and seem to be working fine. As for the subscription page, we are working to fix the problem.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

Woof!
Brandie Ahlgren, founder
CityDog Magazine

ASPCA News Alert: Peanut Butter Recall

January 23, 2009 -- In light of last week’s FDA recall, which traced sources of Salmonella contamination to a plant owned by Peanut Corporation of America, the ASPCA is advising pet parents to temporarily discontinue the use of peanut butter products.

A popular treat for dogs, peanut butter is commonly stuffed into chewable activity toys. While healthy adult companion dogs are relatively resistant to Salmonella bacteria, pets with health issues, young puppies and older pooches with compromised immune systems may be at greater risk. “Pet parents should wash their hands after handling any potentially contaminated food and immediately consult with a veterinarian if any symptoms are noticed in their pets,” says the ASPCA’s Dr. Steven Hansen, Senior Vice President, Animal Health Services. Signs to watch out for in dogs include vomiting, diarrhea, fever, lethargy and drooling or panting. Cats may develop a high fever with vague, non-specific clinical signs.

In addition, pet parents handling a contaminated peanut butter product may also develop food poisoning. “Salmonella can be passed between humans and pets,” says Dr. Louise Murray, ASPCA Director of Medicine. “Adult cats are highly resistant, and most dogs infected with the bacterium appear normal, but may pass Salmonella in their feces, which can infect people or other pets. Therefore it’s essential that pet parents take steps to protect both themselves and their animal companions from infection."

For a complete list of recalled products, please visit the FDA online. Do check often, as the list is regularly udpated. If you suspect that your pet may have ingested or has become sick after ingesting a recalled product, please contact your local veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.

Why you should never, ever buy a puppy from a pet store

By KOMO 4 News Staff

GOLD BAR, Wash. - Officers rescued 155 dogs and several other animals found living under ghastly conditions in a puppy mill operation so horrific that it shocked even veteran animal control officers, officials said. A citizen's tip led officials to the residence, in the 43000 block of May Creek Rd in Gold Bar.

After obtaining a search warrant, deputies and officers raided the property, where they found many of the dogs stuffed inside small crates and pens overflowing with urine and feces, investigators said. Several dead puppies also were found in a freezer, and two dead dogs were found elsewhere on the premises. Eighty-seven of the dogs were living in a converted attic.

Adult dogs and puppies were found living in crates and small pens filled with large accumulations of feces and heavily soiled shavings, said Vicki Lubrin of Snohomish County Animal Control Services.

Officers said the odor from the feces and urine was so overpowering it could be detected well outside the residence. A large commercial dumpster stood in the yard overflowing with dog waste.

Medications and used syringes, used to treat sick animals, were found scattered in front of pens and in a refrigerator.

Most of the dogs were heavily matted, covered with their own feces and saturated with urine. Investigators said many dogs had open sores on various parts of their bodies and all were covered with fleas. Several dogs had tumors and other abnormal body conditions.

Officers found a variety of small breed dogs: Yorkshire terriers, rat terriers, West Highland terriers, Chinese crested, pugs, dachshunds, Pekingese and mixed breeds sold as "designer dogs."

Also found were six large dogs - a Labrador and Doberman tightly squeezed together in one crate, a Rottweiler, a mastiff and two boxers.

Altogether, officials found 155 dogs, four cats and three parrots - all living in inhumane conditions.

"Even the most experienced officers on site were astounded by the size of this puppy mill operation and the filthy conditions in which the dogs were kept," Lubrin said in a statement.

She said a detailed breeding plan was found posted on a wall inside the residence.

Lubrin said puppy mill puppies are often sold to unsuspecting buyers with hereditary defects, chronic illnesses and disease. The females are bred over and over again, producing litter after litter of puppies until they either die or can no longer breed and are disposed of.

The facility was operating in violation of Snohomish County commercial kennel regulations, Lubrin said.

All of the animals were removed for care and feeding and a veterinary medical assessment. The dogs, cats and birds are being cared for at the Everett Animal Shelter.

The final disposition of the animals is not known at this time, Lubrin said. The investigation continues and will be referred to the Snohomish County Prosecutor’s Office for review. No arrests have been made at this time.

The rescue operation was a joint effort by Snohomish County Animal Control Services and Snohomish County sheriff’s deputies on Friday night.

Lubrin said the cost of seizing and treating the animals rescued from these conditions severely impacts the budgets of all responding agencies.

She said anyone wishing to donate dog food or money for medical expenses to the Everett Animal Shelter’s nonprofit agency, ARF (Animal Rescue Foundation), may do so by calling 425-257-6000 or coming to the shelter in person at 2732 36th St., Everett.

If you are able to assist in any way, please visit www.everettarf.org/.

Photo courtesty of KOMO 4 News.

Owner of dog shot in Seattle needs your help

By Ray Lane & KOMO Staff
Watch the story

SEATTLE -- Bondo has enjoyed better days.His owner, Paul Rosa, said the 8-year old Shepherd mix was nearly killed in the backyard of his Rainier Valley home around 12:30 a.m. Monday when someone pointed a gun through the fence and fired a single shot into the dog's chest.

"To hurt an innocent animal like that -- it's ridiculous," said Rosa. "It's stupid."

Rosa wondered how such a thing could happen. Bondo's bark could have startled the person, who then may have reached for a weapon instead of just walking along. Police have been called, but investigators said there isn't much they can do.

Whatever the case, an expensive surgery is needed to get the dog back on his feet.

X-rays show the bullet shattered into five pieces, splitting the bone in the dog's right front leg. On Tuesday a metal rod will be put into one of Bongo's legs to help repair the damage.

"It's a life. What am I supposed to do?" Rosa said. "I wish it wouldn't have happened. I wish that person had better judgment. He obviously didn't, and I'm stuck where I'm at."

Rosa said the prognosis is good for Bondo's recovery, but the procedure could cost more than $4,000 -- a hefty amount for a painter who has little work these days.

"I haven't worked in a month and a half. I paid my child support last month and I'm owing two months' rent right here," he said.

Family and friends are willing to help with donations, but Rosa doesn't know if it'll be enough.

"More than anything, I just want my dog healthy. I just want him back the way he was. Karma will get those people," Rosa said.

Rosa said he'll need to make $1,800 payment at the time of Bongo's surgery. Anyone who'd like to help pay for Bongo's medical costs can e-mail Rosa.

Photo courtesy of KOMO 4 News.

Sneak Peek: CityDog Winter Issue

Here is a sneak peek at the winter issue of CityDog Magazine, arriving hot-off-the-press next week! The cover features Cohen, our cover dog model search winner! All 450+ cover dog contestants are also featured in this issue! Thanks to Cohen and the other contestants for helping us raise nearly $5,000 for animals!

To subscribe to CityDog Magazine, click here.

Seattle Humane Society Prepared to Help Flood Victims

The Seattle Humane Society has temporary shelter ready to provide safety and care for companion animals for families evacuating due to rising waters from flooding.

Seattle Humane Society (for Seattle / King County)

Phone: (425) 641-0080

Located near the intersection of I90 and I405 at 13212 Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98005.

For Seattle frequenters of the Westcrest dog park, you probably know park steward Steve and his bassets Buddy and Barkley. I met Steve years ago (pre-CityDog) and ever since he's been a faithful dog park advocate and volunteer for the Coalition for Off Leash Areas (COLA) -- an organization that CityDog strongly supports.

Well, it seems Steve, Buddy and Barkley have become quite the celebs with their Bassets for Obama video -- even across the pond! A group of basset owners in England thought Steve looked a little like Marlon Brando in his video and whipped this up for him.

"Dogs is a dirty business."

(Okay, so the Marlon Brando line in the Godfather is "Drugs is a dirty business," but, I couldn't resist!)

150 Marleys

Hollywood filmmakers used 22 yellow Labradors to portray the star of “Marley & Me” in the current blockbuster movie. But that number pales in comparison to the more than 150 Marleys available this weekend at the Oregon Humane Society.

OHS is changing the name of every dog, cat, rabbit and hamster at the Portland shelter to “Marley” this weekend in honor of the record-setting movie. And to help as many people as possible experience the joy of pet ownership, OHS is reducing all adoption fees by 20% this Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

OHS expects to have about two-dozen Labrador mixed-breed dogs at the shelter, along with dozens of other dogs, cats, rabbits and rodents, each one named Marley.

Visitors to the shelter, which features special “get acquainted” rooms for meeting a pet, may want to spend time with the following Marleys:

• Marley Chico is a handsome five-year-old who, unlike his namesake, does not require high maintenance. This Siberian husky mix is loving and polite, crate-trained and housebroken, and loves to snuggle. He does need medication as he occasionally suffers from seizures. But don't let that stop you from feeling the love for this sweet dog.



• Marley Princess Buttercup is a three-year-old tabby who enjoys the finer things in life such as being waited on and adored. Princess Buttercup is an outgoing, adventurous lady who will gladly show off her fearlessness and make you fall in lover with her.



• Marley Mia is a four-year-old American rabbit who has lived previously with other bunnies, dogs and children. She especially enjoys sharing fresh veggies wither her sister Marley Marci. Marley Mia and Marley Marci need to go home with the same owner--a double dose of rabbit love.

Every OHS adoption comes with a great list of "extras" at no charge. Each pet is spayed or neutered; comes with an identification microchip, collar and tag; has received a medical examination and an initial round of vaccinations; and comes with a free month of health insurance and a free first visit to a veterinarian. OHS is always available to answer pet-related questions and help families find the perfect match.

What: 20 percent discount on every pet named Marley (which is every pet at OHS!)

Where: OHS Shelter, 1067 NE Columbia Blvd., Portland, OR 97211

When: Friday, Jan. 9 through Sunday, Jan. 11. Doors open at 10 am every day; adoption office closes at 8:30 pm on Friday and Saturday, 6:30 pm on Sunday.

Contact: OHS, (503) 285-7722; oregonhumane.org