NCPP SS 2011

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Paw PagesNorthern Colorado

Spring &Summer 2011

Your pet products and services “furectory”Covering: Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley, and surrounding areas

Update on Sawyer, the 14er-climbing Dog Bark and Bluegrass Festival 2010 Quality of Life

Plus: more of our popular - Pets and their People Profiles

Save a tree! Visit www.coloradopawpages.com to download your free digital copy.ALSO: NoCo’s top pet products & sevices directory Fun features

Animal lovers’ maps of Northern Colorado Local experts

Dental Disease in PetsThe Colorado Wild Mustangs & Colorado Horse Rescue

Jake the FCCR Therapy Cat

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2 www.wagsandmenace.org

The Wags & Menace Foundation seeks to provide medical treatment for sick animals in Colorado, to fund organizations and activities that benefit animals, and to inspire, teach and motivate other individuals and organizations to achieve similar objectives.

www.wagsandmenace.orgPO Box 24986, Denver, CO 80224-0986

Baxter, CEO, & Cindy Lee, President ofThe Wags and Menace Make a Difference

Program Foundation are consistentlytop fund raisers for multiple

local animal events.

Teach Animal Education3 MajorNon-Profits:Girl Scouts®, YMCA®, Boys & Girls Clubs®

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver

Volunteer WorkMajor Shelters, Animal Hospitals, Foster Care

Baxter and Cindy Lee present a $5,000

check to Humane Society of Boulder

Valley CEO, Lisa Pedersen, at 2010 Cause for Paws /

Fourmile Canyon Fire fund raising event.

Team Wags and Menace Foundation

Future community

leaders developed

through grassroots

efforts

Team Wags and Menace participates in Boulder Cause for Paws 2010 race

Cooper and Cooper Fine Jewelers has been a part of Old Town Fort Collins since 1977. We have always been locally owned and operated. All of our animal pendants are handcarved and finished

by hand right here in our workshop. All the pendants are made of 100% recycled gold. We are committed to supporting local non profit organizations as a way of giving back to the community.

(970) 221-0303 23 Old Town Square

www.cooperfinejewelers.com

10% of the sales of our horsependants goes to

10%of the salesof our mountainpendants goes to

10% of the sales of our dog pendants goes to

3www.wagsandmenace.org

The Wags & Menace Foundation seeks to provide medical treatment for sick animals in Colorado, to fund organizations and activities that benefit animals, and to inspire, teach and motivate other individuals and organizations to achieve similar objectives.

www.wagsandmenace.orgPO Box 24986, Denver, CO 80224-0986

Baxter, CEO, & Cindy Lee, President ofThe Wags and Menace Make a Difference

Program Foundation are consistentlytop fund raisers for multiple

local animal events.

Teach Animal Education3 MajorNon-Profits:Girl Scouts®, YMCA®, Boys & Girls Clubs®

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver

Volunteer WorkMajor Shelters, Animal Hospitals, Foster Care

Baxter and Cindy Lee present a $5,000

check to Humane Society of Boulder

Valley CEO, Lisa Pedersen, at 2010 Cause for Paws /

Fourmile Canyon Fire fund raising event.

Team Wags and Menace Foundation

Future community

leaders developed

through grassroots

efforts

Team Wags and Menace participates in Boulder Cause for Paws 2010 race

Cooper and Cooper Fine Jewelers has been a part of Old Town Fort Collins since 1977. We have always been locally owned and operated. All of our animal pendants are handcarved and finished

by hand right here in our workshop. All the pendants are made of 100% recycled gold. We are committed to supporting local non profit organizations as a way of giving back to the community.

(970) 221-0303 23 Old Town Square

www.cooperfinejewelers.com

10% of the sales of our horsependants goes to

10%of the salesof our mountainpendants goes to

10% of the sales of our dog pendants goes to

4Dr. Downing holds Diplomate status with the

American Academy of Pain Management.She is a Certified Pain Educator with the

American Society of Pain Educators.

They don’t deserve to hurt.

The Downing Center for Animal Pain Management, LLC

415 Main Street n Windsor, CO 80550 n 970-674-0434

888-OUCH-NOT n www.downingcenter.com

The Downing Center is Northern Colorado’s most comprehensive pain prevention and management

practice for pets, accepting referrals from both veterinarians and pet owners.

A+ Rating

We are proud supporters of Morris Animal Foundation. Dr. Downing is a Trustee and also

serves as its Pain Expert.

Comprehensive pain managementand pain prevention

Multimodal approach to pain relief

Individualized treatment/conditioning plans

Complemented with home care plans

DR. DOWNING’S CREDENTIALS INCLUDE:

Animal ChiropracticPhysical Rehabilitation

Veterinary Medical AcupunctureTherapeutic LaserStem Cell Therapy

Canine Medical MassageVeterinary Tui Na

Follow Dr. Robin’s blog at www.petconnection.comFollow us on Facebook!

Published by: Colorado Paw Pages LLC n Founder/Publisher/Editor-in-Chief: Jeff Reichertn Ad sales info: Jeff Reichert, [email protected]: Mike Kusa, [email protected]

n Editorial inquiries: Jeff Reichert, [email protected] n Proofreading: Erin Reichert n Photography: Heidi Muller, Louis Leber II, Erin Reichert n Mailing address: PO Box 1244, Fort Collins, CO 80522

©Copyright 2010, Colorado Paw Pages LLC. All rights reserved. Reproduction of editorial content in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Colorado Paw Pages LLC does not assume responsibility for the advertisements, nor any representation made therein, nor the quality

or deliverability of the products/services themselves. Reproduction of articles and photographs, in whole or in part, contained herein is prohibited without expressed written consent of the publisher, with the exception of reprinting for news media use. Printed in the United States of America.

5Dr. Downing holds Diplomate status with the

American Academy of Pain Management.She is a Certified Pain Educator with the

American Society of Pain Educators.

They don’t deserve to hurt.

The Downing Center for Animal Pain Management, LLC

415 Main Street n Windsor, CO 80550 n 970-674-0434

888-OUCH-NOT n www.downingcenter.com

The Downing Center is Northern Colorado’s most comprehensive pain prevention and management

practice for pets, accepting referrals from both veterinarians and pet owners.

A+ Rating

We are proud supporters of Morris Animal Foundation. Dr. Downing is a Trustee and also

serves as its Pain Expert.

Comprehensive pain managementand pain prevention

Multimodal approach to pain relief

Individualized treatment/conditioning plans

Complemented with home care plans

DR. DOWNING’S CREDENTIALS INCLUDE:

Animal ChiropracticPhysical Rehabilitation

Veterinary Medical AcupunctureTherapeutic LaserStem Cell Therapy

Canine Medical MassageVeterinary Tui Na

Follow Dr. Robin’s blog at www.petconnection.comFollow us on Facebook!

Published by: Colorado Paw Pages LLC n Founder/Publisher/Editor-in-Chief: Jeff Reichertn Ad sales info: Jeff Reichert, [email protected]: Mike Kusa, [email protected]

n Editorial inquiries: Jeff Reichert, [email protected] n Proofreading: Erin Reichert n Photography: Heidi Muller, Louis Leber II, Erin Reichert n Mailing address: PO Box 1244, Fort Collins, CO 80522

05 Letter from the Publisher A thank you, a promise and an ongoing mission

Pets and their People08 Khyber with owners Sarah & Chris Martin of Cooper and Cooper Fine Jewelry24 Hoogie with owner Louis Fowler award wining local writer, blogger and radio personality25 Bear, Ana and Patch with own-ers Hardy Martin and Sarah Legare32 Max, Grace with owner Adam Hogg of the Colorado Eagles33 Skid with owner Jill Reynolds canine massage therapist and SAR-DOC member44 Baxter with owner Cindy Lee from Wags and Menace Foundation

Articles 09 Bark and Bluegrass Update on our First Annual Bark and Bluegrass Festival as well as what’s in store for year number two

14 Quality of Life Discussion17 Dental Disease in Pets23 Colorado Horse Rescue28 Animal lovers’ mapsFind the fur-friendly destinations inFort Collins, Loveland, & Greeley

35 Jake the FCCR Therapy Cat 38 14er quest continuesIt was an eventful summer for Sawyer & Josh our Fall 2009 cover story subjects. We check in on their quest to climb all the Colorado 14ers

41 Pet products we like ...Our review of the latest & greatest products – most made in CO – for your furry friends

45 Wild Mustangs of Colorado47 Paw Pages directory listingsFind whatever it is that you (and your critters) have been sniffing around for – we’ve got Northern Colorado’s best pet products and services covered here.

... and lots of local voicesWe’re honored to feature loads of content from local animal experts and animal-related non-profits. Check ‘em all out for some great advice, info, and insights regarding your pets and our Northern Colorado animal community.

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©Copyright 2010, Colorado Paw Pages LLC. All rights reserved. Reproduction of editorial content in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Colorado Paw Pages LLC does not assume responsibility for the advertisements, nor any representation made therein, nor the quality

or deliverability of the products/services themselves. Reproduction of articles and photographs, in whole or in part, contained herein is prohibited without expressed written consent of the publisher, with the exception of reprinting for news media use. Printed in the United States of America.

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Paw PagesNorthern Colorado


Greetings from Colorado Paw Pages. Many thanks for once again picking up our lat-est and fourth edition of the publication! I hope that you enjoy reading the magazine as much as we’ve enjoyed putting it togeth-er.Since the first edition of Northern Colorado Paw Pages hit the streets over two years ago many of our readers have asked me, “What was your inspiration for creating Paw Pag-es?”The answer to this question is simple. I’ve had the good fortune of having many won-derful pets in my life. I look at Paw Pages as an ongoing “pay it forward” project in-spired by them and created for you, our readers. I consider Paw Pages a thank you to all of the animals that it’s been my pleasure to have owned and met over these many years. These wonder-ful animals have given me more pleasure, comfort and joy than I will ever be able to thank them for. In many cases, these pets and com-panions have literally saved my life. All my pets have had a huge impact on my life, but one of them especially stands out in my memories. I wouldn’t be here today if it were not for him.

One of the first memories I have as a young boy growing up in Fort Collins was of my beloved dog Hulk. Hulk, as his name implied, was a massive 130-pound police-trained German Shepherd. He was the most well trained and loyal dog I’ve ever met. Hulk quickly became my boon companion and protector. We were truly inseparable.

During the summers my friends and I would spend many an afternoon swimming in the local lakes around my neighborhood. One afternoon Hulk, myself, and my friends swam out to a dock floating in the middle of the lake. We were diving, swimming and messing around as

young teenagers are apt to do during the summer. That afternoon all of my friends had to leave early which left Hulk and I alone on the dock. After a short nap in the sun we decided it was time to head home. Hulk and I jumped into the cool water and proceeded to swim to shore. Halfway to the beach I got a cramp and could no longer swim. I started to panic at the thought of drowning. Hulk, being a great swimmer, was far closer to shore than I. He heard me thrashing about and the panic in my voice as I started to go under. He quickly turned around and offered me his collar to grab on to. Being such a powerful animal, he effortlessly dragged me to shore and quite literally saved my life that afternoon. For

this I will forever be in Hulk’s debt. Hulk was only my dog for a brief period of time, but the impression he left on me will live forever in my memory.Paw Pages is dedicated to all of the animals throughout Colorado. As always, the goal of Paw Pages is to en-hance, enrich and extend the lives of all the animals

of Colorado in the same way they have en-riched all our lives beyond measure. If the team here at Paw Pages can succeed at all in these areas, I’ll continue to consider our work a success. I’d like to thank you - the pet lovers of Northern Colorado. Without you, our pub-lication would not be possible. I hope you all enjoy this, the fourth of many editions of the Northern Colorado Paw Pages. We’re looking forward to doing all that we can to serve our local pet-loving community, and to working with and for you for many years to come.

Keep those tails waggin’!

Jeff ReichertFounder / Publisher

A message from the publisher

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Our Services Include:• Vaccinations and Vaccine Packages• In-house Laboratory Diagnostics• Radiology• Acupuncture

• Nutritional Consultation• Dermatology, including Allergies• Senior and Geriatric Wellness• Spaying and Neutering

• Dentistry and Oral Surgery• Routine and Non-routine Surgery

• And More

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10 What is your dog’s name? Breed? Birth month and year?

Khyber, German Shepherd - June, 2007

What are the inspiration behind Khyber’s name? (Does the name have a special meaning?)

Khyber is named after the Khyber Pass, a mountain pass that links Afghanistan and Pakistan. It’s a very rugged and beautiful area. It seemed like a fitting name for a dog that loves the outdoors so much.

How long have you been a pet owner? And when did your love for animals begin?

I have been fascinated with animals of all kinds ever since I was a little kid. I was especially taken with my neighbor’s Doberman/Lab mix, Inca. She was so sweet and patient with me.

What is Khyber’s favorite activity?Swimming! Khyber’s a nut for the water.

What is Khyber’s most annoying habit? Most endearing habit?

Khyber has a habit of following our cat Mr. Coal around and licking his ears. It’s extremely annoying to our cat!

His most endearing habit is his daily morning greeting. He watches us closely to be sure we’re awake, and then he comes up for kisses, tail wagging happily. If we don’t get up right away, he lays his great head on the bed and gazes at us with his liquid, mahogany eyes, as if hoping to get us up though pure force of will. He thinks the day is too short to be wasted sleeping late.

What’s the single worst deed that Khyber has ever committed?

When Khyber was going through the teething

stage, he nibbled a small hole in the fabric at the base of my favorite couch. He’s since then never damaged any other item of furniture, but of course when he did that one time, it was the nicest piece of furniture in the house.

Name one way that you think pets are superior to humans?

They have the ability to effortlessly live in the moment and love without conditions.

American comedian Rober Benchly is quoted as once saying, “A boy can learn a lot from a dog; obedience, loyalty, and the importance of turning around three times before lying down.” What’s the biggest lesson that you’ve learned from Khyber?

Daily walks and other active outings make you feel better and if you put them off too long you get barked at.

Where is your favorite place in Colorado to take Khyber?

We take Khyber on the Poudre Trail and its associated parks more than anywhere else.

If you had to pick one of Khyber’s qualities “most likely to make an impression on new people,” which would it be and why?

That he’s not huge, as dogs go, but he has a powerfully large presence

This one may take a little consideration. If you had to pick one musician (or actor, writer, celebrity, historical figure … whatever) whom Khyber most reminds you of, who would it be and why?

He is a unique creature in my experience, he reminds me most of himself.

PetsPeople

and their

The petsKhyber, German Shepherd, born June 2007

The ownerChris and Sarah Martin - Owners of Cooper and Cooper Fine Jewelers

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11My whole life I’ve wanted to be able to bring my

dog to a live concert. I’m a huge live music fan and the summers in Colorado provide some of the most unique concert going opportunities, and venues, anywhere in the world. The status quo of “no dogs allowed” at these concerts has always been a big drawback for me. I, like many others, really wanted to be able to include my dogs in the fun. So, in late 2009 an idea came into my head for Colorado Paw Pages to host a dog friendly live music festival. With this simple thought, the First Annual Bark and Bluegrass Festival was born.

The goal behind the Bark and Bluegrass Festival was to bring together Northern Colorado’s animal loving community for a full day of family fun, live bluegrass music, delicious food & tasty local beer while simultaneously raising awareness about animal related issues and organizations in Northern Colorado. I thought this event would also

be a great opportunity to raise desperately needed funds for two essential Northern Colorado animal non-profit organizations – The Larimer Humane Society & The Animal House Rescue.

From the very beginning stages of planning for the event the support from the community was absolutely overwhelming. Local businesses, media partners, non-profit organizations and individuals came from everywhere to show their support and provide their assistance towards making the Bark and Bluegrass Festival a reality. Having personally never hosted an event larger than my own wedding, I decided to partner with several local festival experts with decades of planning experience. In retrospect this was the smartest decision I could have made. Thankfully, these individuals provided their sage advice and expertise in planning and execution of the festival. The one consistent bit of advice these partners

PetsPeople

and their

The petsKhyber, German Shepherd, born June 2007

The ownerChris and Sarah Martin - Owners of Cooper and Cooper Fine Jewelers

MY WHOLE LIFE I’VE WANTED TO BE ABLE TO BRING MY DOG TO A LIVE CONCERT. I’M A HUGE LIVE MUSIC FAN AND THE SUMMERS IN COLORADO PROVIDE SOME OF THE MOST UNIQUE CONCERT GOING

OPPORTUNITIES, AND VENUES, ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD.

(above) Jeff Reichert and Drew Emmitt at the end of a great Festival. Photo by Erin Reichert.

(left) Civic Center Park in Old Town Fort Collins was the hottest ticket in town on July 31st. Photo by Erin Reichert.

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12Here’s a look at the1st AnnualBark and BluegrassFestival by the numbers:Human Attendees – 1.500 +

K-9 Attendees – 600 +

Bands – 5 (The Honey Gitters, The Holler!, Mountain Standard Time, Motorhome, The Drew Emmitt Band)

Vendor, Educational and Non-Profit Organization Booths – 62

Volunteers – 100 +

Beverage and Food Vendors – 5

Meals served – 1,300 + (we ran out of food)

Kegs of Odell Beer served- 24 (that’s around 3,000 glasses of beer)

Compost – 0.5 yards collected, 8 full bags = 325 pounds or ~ 65%

Cardboard – 0.6 yards collected = 30 pounds or ~ 6%

Recycling – 2.5 yards collected = 112 pounds or ~ 22%

Landfill trash – 0.25 yards collected = 37.5 pounds or ~ 7%

All electricity for event: Generated on site via portable bio-diesel generators.

Total Volunteer Hours – 1,300

Total cost for hosting the festival – $45,344.88

Total money generated from the festival – $41,747.75

Total Net for the festival: a loss of $3,597.13 (pretty great for a first year)

Injuries to attendees – 0

Neighborhood complaints – 0

Dog skirmishes – 1 (as far as I know. It was brief and resulted in no injuries)

Medical assistance provided to attendees byPVH EMT staff – 2 band-aids.

Rain – not a drop all day

Breeze – just enough to keep things cool.

Good times had; friends and great memories made – Far too many to count!

offered was “Think Bigger”.Planning for this Festival involved more than six

months of hard work and sleepless nights. The end result was more than worth the effort involved. The idea finally came to fruition on Saturday, July 31st 2010 in Civic Center Park in Old Town Fort Collins. On this day, Colorado Paw Pages hosted the First Annual Bark and Bluegrass Festival. By all measures, especially for a first year event, the day was a phenomenal success. The weather could not have cooperated better. It was a picture perfect Colorado day with blue skies and sunshine to spare.

Many thanks to the first year attendees, bands, sponsors, vendors and volunteers. I’d like to give a very special and heartfelt “thank you” to our sponsors and volunteers for helping to make the 1st Annual Bark and Bluegrass Festival possible.

What I’ve learned as a first time event promoter: In short, you don’t know what you don’t know. It’s critical to partner with experts in their field if you plan to have a successful event.

The only downside from the first year was I didn’t reach my goal of raising thousands of dollars for the Larimer Humane Society and the

(1) The crowd relaxes in the early afternoon shade while enjoying the live bluegrass music. Photo by Louis J Leber II.

(2) One of the more energetic attendees playing some frisbee in front of the stage. Photo by Erin Reichert.

(3) Josh Vogeler, drummer for The Holler! and his dog Monkey entertaining the early afternoon crowd. Photo by Erin Reichert.

(4) Judy Calhoun - Executive Director of the Larimer Humane Society, Sandra Risler - Executive Director of Animal House Rescue present Jeff Reichert - Founder of Bark and Bluegrass with their “Champion for Life Award”. Photo by Erin Reichert.

(5) Drew Emmitt pickin and grinnin. Photo by Louis J Leber II.

(6) The Odell Brewery beer tent was a popular spot for both human and canine attendees. Photo by Louis J Leber II.

(7) Jack River Reichert, Son of Bark and Bluegrass Founder Jeff Reichert, cools off in one of the kiddie/doggie pools. Photo by Louis J Leber II.

(8) Little girls and little dogs enjoy some easy transportation. Photo by Louis J Leber II.

(9-10) Two families relaxing with their pups and a picnic listening to some great music by Motorhome. Photos by Louis J Leber II.

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14Animal House Rescue. This fact has kept me up many sleepless nights since July. The festival lost a little over $3,500.00 after all was said and done.

The upside from the first year was, judging by the first year attendance and community support, the 2011 festival will do much better financially. Having already hosted one event I’ve learned how and where I can save a lot of money in putting on future events. I’ve also learned what opportunities are available to generate more community support, attendance and ultimately revenue for future festivals. I have it on good authority that most music festivals take many years to actually turn a profit. With that said, my expert festival planning partners are still flabbergasted at how well the event did financially in the first year. They all assure me that the 2nd Annual Bark and Bluegrass Festival will be a financial success. I won’t consider the event a true success until we are able to raise many thousands of dollars to help out our non-profit beneficiaries.

Thank to everyone for their comments, stories, photos and suggestions regarding the 1st Annual Bark and Bluegrass Festival. The overwhelming numbers of comments I’ve received have been very positive, flattering and appreciated. The rest were helpful and constructive suggestions that haven’t fallen on deaf ears. The Bark and Bluegrass Festival is for you, the animal loving community. I welcome any suggestions you may have to make your experience at future events more enjoyable.

To the booth vendors – The first event was a very long day for all of you. Thank you for your patience. This year your day will be much shorter and you’ll be able to enjoy more of the entertainment and refreshments.

To the volunteers – Thank you for being so flexible and thinking on your feet. We will continue to provide you all with T-shirts, beverages, food

and festival tickets as a thank you for your continued volunteer assistance.

To the attendees – This year we’ll have more food and beverage vendors for you to choose from. Shade is also on the agenda. We’re hoping the 2nd Annual Bark and Bluegrass Festival will be a 2 day event, and we will have more kid friendly activities and educational opportunities as well.

For the Puppies – We’ll have more shade and water stations as well as a fenced in “off leash” play area so you can frolic with your K-9 buddies. We are working toward having some yummy snacks, toys, contests and games being thrown into the mix for this year.

By any measure the 1st Annual Bark and Bluegrass Festival was a huge success. Based on numerous requests from the attendees we are working toward adding an additional Boulder festival to our calendar for the Summer of 2011. Negotiations have already begun with some great local and national musical acts for both of these events.

For details surrounding the Bark and Bluegrass Festival Series for 2011 please be sure to check into the website www.coloradopawpages.com for updates and information. While you’re there please sign up for our monthly e-mail newsletter or to be a volunteer.

Once again I’d like to personally thank each and every one of you for your support in attending our 1st Annual Bark and Bluegrass Festival. I look forward to seeing you all in the Summer of 2011 for the 2nd Annual Bark and Bluegrass Festival.

Keep those Tails Waggin’!

Jeff Reichert Founder / Publisher of Colorado Paw PagesBark and Bluegrass Festival Promoter

Special thanks to our 2010 Festival Sponsors

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16 Quality of LifeBeginning that difficult end-of-life discussion

Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is meant to be hard. How can it not be? You have loved and cared for them through most, if not all, of their life. And when it comes down to making the difficult decision to euthanize, your strength and emotional well-being will be tested to the core. If you find yourself constantly thinking about what lies ahead, my heart is with you. Help your pet by discussing how the family will want to proceed before a crisis sets in.

Over the years, veterinarians and animal lovers have devised many quality-of-life grading scales to make it easier for families to ascertain when euthanasia might be appropriate. The scales include physical and mental factors that can be scored and tallied up to determine whether or not life remains bearable for the pet. Scales like this aim to be objective during an overwhelming emotional time. They can be used to evaluate the success of hospice care and/or look at the health and happiness of a pet that is not receiving medical care.

Every scale is a little different from the next, but the goal of them all is to help the family and veterinarian understand what is happening with the pet and proceed with the best course of action, (i.e., improve the pain control, offer better nutrition, manage pressure sores, etc.). Quality-of-life scales can be the “reality check” that helps

a family come to the decision to euthanize. If the family is not yet ready, then together you can decide how best to proceed such as with hospice care. If the quality of life is poor, choosing to do nothing is choosing to let them suffer.

I also find it helpful for families to make a list of things their pet enjoys doing. This list, like the scale, can be a fallback when emotions are running high and anticipatory grief is taking over. I remember when my husband and I were faced with managing our elderly lab’s health. He had arthritis, panted all the time, and stumbled quite a bit. Early in his fourteenth year, I found a primary lung tumor, which appeared to be slow growing. My husband didn’t want to talk much about it, so I suggested we make a list of the things that McKenzie enjoyed. He liked to sleep at night in our bedroom downstairs, he loved meeting new dogs at the park, and he never missed an opportunity to eat. We decided that when he could no longer get down the five steps to our basement, cross the yard to say hi to a passing dog, breathe easily or seek out food, then we would talk about euthanasia. A few months after we made the list, he started falling down the steps. He started having stress diarrhea in the house because it was too hard for him to navigate even the one step into the back yard. We helped him as best we could with pain management, but soon saw how

by Dr. Kathleen Cooney

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17much his efforts were taking out of him. We even stopped taking him to the park. He never did lose his appetite or struggle to breath, but the rest of his troubles were enough and we let him go. The list we made for him was our guide and it forced us to acknowledge the changes we were seeing.

About the author - Over the past several years Dr. Cooney has helped over 3000 families with their pet’s end-of-life transitions. She was also recently appointed to the 2010 American Veterinary Medical Association’s panel on euthanasia guidelines and

recently completed the first Pet Loss Companioning certification program in the United States. In the fall of 2010, Dr. Cooney opened the first-ever pet euthanasia center in the United States located on her 35-acre farm in Loveland Colorado.

For information on quality of life worksheets and ways to help open discussion among family members, contact Dr. Cooney by phone at 970-412-

FACTORS ASSESSED INQUALITY-OF-LIFESCALES INCLUDE:

Appetite • Hydration • Hygiene Pain Mobility • Mental status

HappinessGood days versus bad days

Urination • Defecation

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medical conditions seen by veterinarians. Approximately 80% of all dogs and cats over the age of three are estimated to have some form of periodontal or dental disease. Unfortunately, very few pets show outward signs of dental disease. It is up to the pet’s family and veterinarian to uncover this hidden and often painful condition.

Dental problems in dogs and cats are NOT the same as those in humans. In humans, the most common problem is tooth decay with subsequent loss of calcium from the enamel. This decay results in painful, infected caries (also called cavities). In the pet population, tooth decay represents less than 10% of all dental problems. The most common dental problems seen in dogs and cats are caused by periodontal disease.

Periodontal disease is a term used to describe inflammation or infection of the tissues surrounding the tooth. Accumulation of tartar and calculus on the teeth causes gum recession around the base of the tooth. Infection soon follows and the gums recede further, exposing sensitive unprotected tooth root surfaces and the bony tooth sockets. Left untreated, the infection spreads deep into the tooth socket, destroying the bone. Ultimately, the tooth loosens and falls out. Periodontal

disease is by far the most common disease affecting our pets.

The mouth is home to thousands of bacteria. As these bacteria multiply on the surfaces of the tooth, they form an invisible layer called plaque or biofilm. Some of this plaque is removed naturally by the tongue and by chewing. If allowed to remain on the tooth surface, the plaque thickens and becomes mineralized. Mineralized plaque forms tartar and as the tartar thickens further it becomes calculus. The tartar accumulates above and below the gumline and presses on the gums, causing inflammation called gingivitis. As the oral infection progresses, tonsillitis and pharyngitis can also occur. The bacteria can also be absorbed into the blood stream and be carried to other organs. “Bad teeth” can cause infections in the heart valves (endocarditis), kidneys and/or liver. In cats and some dogs, unique lesions called resorptive lesions can occur that result in painful defects in the enamel and ultimately in tooth destruction.

Plaque becomes mineralized in some animals more quickly than in others. The best way to prevent tartar build-up is regular home care, particularly tooth brushing using toothpaste that is specifically designed to be swallowed - - do NOT use human toothpaste! Special chews and treats may help reduce or

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A professional periodontal therapy with a cleaning and polishing involves a thorough dental examination, followed by a dental scaling and polishing to remove the tartar and invisible plaque from all of the tooth surfaces.

Your veterinarian will perform pre-anesthetic blood tests to ensure that kidney and liver function are satisfactory for anesthesia. Sometimes antibiotic treatment is started before the periodontal therapy is performed. Your veterinarian will discuss the specific pre-dental recommendations for your pet.

Once your dog or cat is anesthetized, your veterinarian will thoroughly examine the mouth, noting the alignment of the teeth and the extent of tartar accumulation both above and below the gumline. If periodontal disease is severe, it may not be possible to save badly affected teeth, which may need to be extracted. Next, tooth scaling will be performed using both traditional hand scalers and ultrasonic cleaning

equipment to remove all traces of tartar, both above and below the gum line. The tartar below the gum line causes the most significant gum recession and it is extremely important that it is removed thoroughly. After scaling, the teeth are polished to remove microscopic scratches in order to help prevent subsequent plaque build-up. Special applications such as fluoride, antibiotic preparations and cleaning compounds may be indicated to decrease tooth sensitivity, strengthen enamel, treat bacterial infection and reduce future plaque accumulation. The procedures that your pet

may require will be discussed with you before your pet’s dental cleaning. Since it can be difficult to predict the extent of dental disease in advance of the procedure, it is imperative that your veterinarian is able to reach you during the procedure to discuss any additional treatment that may be necessary.

Plaque and tartar begin forming in as little as six hours after your pet’s dental cleaning. A home dental care program including regular tooth brushing is a must for all pets. Your veterinarian will provide you with detailed instructions on how to brush or rinse your pet’s teeth. Both cats and dogs can generally be taught to accept dental home care - - it’s worth the effort!

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Why do horses become unwanted? Horses become unwanted because they are; sick, injured, old, outgrown, (too small, not advanced enough), dangerous, too expensive or burdensome.

Horses have long been a part of our American, and Colorado landscape. Given this incredible meaning and history it is hard to see the abuse and neglect of horses that we do. We are faced with stories of outright lack of responsibility and yet, these creatures, which helped explore and discover our beautiful country, have a resilience which is incredible. They thrive on the care given

to them by the dedicated staff and volunteers of Colorado Horse Rescue and it is wonderful to observe the horses’ progress each and every day.

What is the cost of rescue? To fully understand the financial impact of the unwanted horse problem, it’s imperative to look at the current situation faced by Rescue/Adoption Facilities. With an average annual budget need of $2,300 to care for one horse, the industry will need a minimum of $25,714,000 just to care for the horses that are currently being turned away.

At Colorado Horse Rescue they are working hard to help as many horses as they can. They are currently training a number of horses so they can get adopted, thus opening up space for new horses, coming into the Rescue.

Rescues are highly dependent on private and public donations and we need your help. Go to their website at www.chr.org to get information about how you can get involved in helping Colorado Horse Rescue help horses!

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Judy Smetana, Executive Director of CHR with Rascal 3 months after he arrived looking much happier and healthier.

Moon and Logan looking for treats.

Rascal the day he arrived at the CHR in pretty bad shape.

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26What is your dog’s name? Breed? Birth month and year (or approximate age)?

His full name is Senator J. Phillips Hoogenstern Fowler, but as a “dog of the people”, he just prefers to be called “Hoogie”, lest he be accused of snobbery by the Liberal media. His breed is in question—I’m thinking half-black Lab, half-pointer—but most people tend to see something or other when they meet him. As for his birthday, your guess is also as good as mine. I place him physically around 6 or 7 years old, with a soul around 43 or 44.

What are the inspirations behind Hoogie’s name?

The main inspiration between Hoogie’s name is two-fold: when first adopted, a total obsession with Adult Swim’s TOM GOES TO THE MAYOR was marinating around the house, with an episode wherein the titular Mayor buys numerous hoagie sandwiches—comically mispronouncing them as “hoogies”—becoming an all-around catchphrase for weeks. This name was only spiritually reinforced when, within minutes of adoption,

Hoogie devoured an entire 8-inch chicken Parmesan hoagie sandwich with a side of fries.

What is Hoogie’s favorite activity?Eating. Hoogie is quite the “foodie”, with a distinct

preference towards Mexican and barbeque. He also enjoys setting up stuffed animals and, with the methodology of a serial killer, ripping off their faces and legs. His cottony trail of dismembered toys around the house is the stuff of FBI profiler portfolios.

What are Hoogie’s most annoying habits? Most endearing habits?

His annoying and endearing are the same. Any place that is my spot, be it the LazyBoy recliner or the right side of a king-sized bed, he wants to claim as his. I am actually surprised that he hasn’t had little flags made to proclaim such underhanded real-estate thefts!

Where is your favorite place in Colorado to take Hoogie?

I wish I could be one of these proto-typical

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and theirThe petsHoogie, male Black Lab, Pointer mix unsure of birthdate

The ownerLouis Fowler, an award-winning pop-culture writer and blogger (LouisFowler.com) and hosts the also award-winning radio show DAMAGED Hearing on 88.9 KRFC-FM. He enjoys tacos and husky jeans.

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What are the inspirations behind Bear, Ana, Patch’s name? (Does the name have a special meaning?)

Bear was named after Bear Gulch in Rist Canyon where Hardy grew up, and for other obvious reasons.

Ana was rescued from the side of I-25 in Santa Ana pueblo, New Mexico.

Patch was given to Sarah and already had his name, inspired by the black patch on his nose.

Do you also have nicknames for Bear, Ana, Patch? And if so, what are they?

Bear also goes by Bearon, The Big Brown Bear, and The Oldest One.

Ana has become Anabell, Bellie Benelli, Quadra Jellie, and so on.

We call Patch Mahon or Mahoney, and he gets various other name if he’s behaving particularly unfavorably.

How long have you been a pet owner? And

when did your love for animals begin? Both of us are lifers. Hardy really fell in love

when he watched his dad’s Abyssinian cat give birth to 6 kittens when he was young. One of Sarah’s earliest sources of entertainment was a cat and a piece of string. She also went through the usual horse-crazy phase of a 12 year old girl, and ended up with a young ex-racehourse, which turned into its own adventure, but she wasn’t deterred.

What are Bear, Ana, Patch’s favorite activity?Bear goes crazy for rocks in the water. He

wades into the water, gets a rock into position with his front paws, then dunks his head completely under water, grabs the rock in his mouth, carries it to shore, and repeats until he’s forced to stop. These aren’t pebbles either – he’s been know to drag out 10-pound rocks. He also used to earn Hardy free windsurfing by cleaning coral rocks of the beach in Florida.

Ana most loves to be outside running and

The petsBear, 3/4 Lab, 1/4 Pit Bull mix born in February of 2002Ana, border collie mix born in January of 2006Patch, 13 year old thoroughbred mix

The ownerHardy Morton, Contracting Arborist, Firefighter, EMT, Rope Rescue Tech and owner of Hardy Helps Tree ServiceSarah Legare, Research associate in the Biomedical Sciences department at CSU, recently assigned 2 Year Peace Corp assignment in Senegal Western Africa.

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Northern Coloradans who can talk about how much fun it is to strap on some Keens and go hiking on a hot July day up Horsetooth with my dog, but I just can’t. There’s nothing Hoogie and I like more than heading out to Loveland and taking in a sampler plate at Serious Texas Bar-B-Q. It’s one of the few places that has an outdoor patio area. When he’s done, you can be he’ll assertively help himself to numerous spoonfuls of Blue Bell vanilla ice cream. It’s alright though. There’s no need to be polite—it’s barbeque!

If you had to pick one of Hoogie’s qualities “most likely to make an impression on new people,” which would it be and why?

Untethered friendliness. Hoogie will just walk right up to you and sit politely while you search your pockets for a snack of some sort. Don’t worry, he’ll wait.

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fetching. She also has a pretty strong herding instinct which isn’t very finely tuned, so she likes to herd our chickens.

Patch is an event horse, but really only like cross-country jumping; he turns into a total motorcycle. He also loves to fox hunt - anything that involves running at full speed..

This one may take a little consideration. If you had to pick one musician (or actor, writer, celebrity, historical figure … whatever) whom Bear, Ana, Patch most reminds you of, who would it be and why?

Bear is like Chewbacca because he’s is so big and cuddly, but can get agro if the situation calls for it.

Ana is like Dobby from Harry Potter; she makes herself scarce until she knows she can trust you, then she’s the most loyal friend you could have.

Patch, of course, is like Chuck Norris. He has a plan for you whether you know it or not.

Pets and their PeopleThe pet Hoogie

The owner Louis Fowler

The pets Bear, Ana, Patch

The ownersHardy Morton & Sarah Legare

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The pets Bear, Ana, Patch

The ownersHardy Morton & Sarah Legare

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City Parks (dogs allowed on leash) – 2) Barnes; 3) Benson, 4) Centennial;

5) Civic Center; 6) Derby Hill; 7) Dwayne Webster; 8) Eagleview; 9) Edmon-son; 10) Estrella; 11) Glen Arbor; 12) Jayhawker Ponds; 13) Jr. Achieve-ment;

14) Kirkview; 15) Kroh; 16) Loch Lon; 17) Loch Mount; 18) McKee; 19) McWhinney Hahn Sculpture; 20) Nam-aqua; 21) North Lake; 22) Osborn; 23) Seven

Lakes; 24) Sherri Mar; 25) Silver Glen; 26) Silver Lake; 27) South Shore Parkway; 28) Sunnyside; 29) Viestenz-Smith; 30) Westside; 31) Woodmere

Dog Parks1) Island Grove Park, 14th Ave. and D St. (Dogs allowed on leash)2) Rover Run Dog Park, 5207 F St. (Dogs allowed off leash)

Municipal ParksNote: All parks in the City of Greeley, with the exception of Rover Run and Island Grove Park, have been posted “No animals Allowed.”

Natural Areas (On-leash dogs allowed on paths if a pathway system/concrete trail exists)

3) Country Club West Nat. Area, 50th Ave. and 12th St.4) Pumpkin Ridge Natural Area5) Poudre River Ranch Natural Area, N. 71st Ave. and Cache La Poudre River6) Hunters Cove West Natural Area, 4th St. and Sheep Draw

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and theirThe petsMax, male Boxer & Pitbull mix, born February 2007Grace, female German Shepherd, born January 2005

The ownerAdam Hogg, Hockey player for the Colorado Eagles (#19), position - center.

Do you have nicknames for Max and Grace? Max has about 50 nicknames but the ones we

use most are D.W., George and Maxie. Grace’s nicknames are Gigi, Big G & Gracie


I’ve always loved animals but it wasn’t until I met my wife that I actually became a dog owner. Now, I can’t imagine my life without dogs around.

What are your dogs favorite activities?Max’s favorite activities are wrestling, snuggling

and sleeping. Grace really enjoys pulling me around the neighborhood on my rollerblades and eating.

What are your dog’s most annoying habits? Most endearing habits?

Max has a habit of waking my wife and I up by either constantly scratching at the wall or by sitting on our heads. The rest of the time Max spends his days acting silly and doing whatever it takes to put a smile on your face. Grace leans towards getting into the trash and eating everything. We really enjoy our pre-game naps on game days.

What’s the single worst deed that your dog have ever committed?

Once Max escaped on Halloween dressed in his piggy costume, which resulted in us chasing him all around Water Valley. Grace once tore up an entire couch when she was a puppy.


They give unconditional love.

American comedian Rober Benchly is quoted as once saying, “A boy can learn a lot from a dog; obedience, loyalty, and the importance of turning around three times before lying down.” What’s the biggest lesson that you’ve learned from your dogs?

More than anything else I’ve learned not to take life too seriously.

Where is your favorite place in Colorado to take Max & Grace?

Walking around Vail, Co

If you had to pick one of your dogs qualities “most likely to make an impression on new people,” which would it be and why?

For Max it would be his human-like personality and friendliness. In Grace’s case it would be her calm, cool demeanor and her loyalty to her family.

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The petsSkid, 2 year old, “red” Australian shepher, his birthday is July 10, 2008

The ownerJill Reynolds, Certified Canine Massage Therapist: Canine Massage of the RockiesAssociate Director of Animal Massage: Boulder School of Massage TherapyHost: KRFC’s Critter Patter. Member of SARDOC Team (Search and Rescue Dogs of Colorado)

The petsMax, male Boxer & Pitbull mix, born February 2007Grace, female German Shepherd, born January 2005

The ownerAdam Hogg, Hockey player for the Colorado Eagles (#19), position - center.

What are the inspirations behind Skid‘s name? (Does the name have a special meaning?)

Skid’s name came from his athletic antics as a puppy…skidding across the floor trying to herd his 2 cats!

Do you also have nicknames for Skid? And if so, what are they?

I also call him Skid Row, Skid Mark, Skid Man, Skidder, Skiddy. You get the idea. Oh yeah, I also call him “Banana Head”. That definitely fits!


I had dogs as a kid but really became a dog lover when I moved to Colorado in 1983 and saw Australian Shepherds for the first time. I’m a total Aussie geek. I must have been one in a previous life!

What is Skid’s favorite activity?Skid is a Certified Wilderness Air Scent dog

with Search and Rescue Dogs of Colorado and Larimer County Search and Rescue. We trained for a year and a half, 12 hours a week to get certified. He was born to do this job and loves it more than anything else in the world. His favorite words are - “Go Find!!”

What are Skid’s most annoying habits? Most endearing habits?

Skid’s other favorite activity is hiking. He loves to carry a stick around. He goes with me about everywhere and if he is mad about being left in the car for a while, he makes a teeny-tiny slit in the straw of my Diet Coke so you can’t get a thing when you suck on the straw. He’s very sneaky!

What’s the single worst deed that Skid has ever committed?

One time he was so mad about waiting in the car, he picked up a big piece of ice in his water dish and put it right in the middle of the driver’s seat (not so sneaky!). Who says dogs can’t communicate emotion?


In the search and rescue world, I am constantly amazed at how Skid can detect scent in mountainous terrain and follow up the slightest of clues to find where the subject is located. It is a beautiful thing to watch, and it’s a real privilege to have a partner like that!

Where is your favorite place in Colorado to take Skid?

No question that his favorite place is the cabin at Red Feather Lakes. We could hike and explore that area forever and never get tired of it! Plus, there are great chocolate milkshakes at the Hilltop general store!

If you had to pick one of Skid’s qualities “most likely to make an impression on new people,” which would it be and why?

Most likely impression you’d get from Skid is his natural exuberance! He’s got a 5’5” standing vertical jump and is a happy, goofy, energetic boy!

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37Jake the Therapy CatYou will know immediately when you open the

door to the Fort Collins Cat Rescue who owns the place. A majestic grey cat with riveting green eyes will stop you in your tracks. This is Jake. He has taken up a position on the most recently donated monster cat tower. The tallest softest spot in the room. Know this, he is checking your credentials. You speak to him first. Then, and ONLY THEN can you proceed to check in if you are a volunteer (like me), or speak to the receptionist about adopting one of his charges, or keep an appointment with Sarah Swanty, the FCCR Director (and second in command)

Jake could be a Russian Blue, a fairly rare breed, or maybe a Koret. Korets are known as good luck tokens in their native country of Thailand. This reputation for good luck is a legacy that goes back to 1300 A.D. and has somehow found its way across the centuries to Fort Collins. We like to think Jake is a Koret and has brought good luck to the FCCR. The 2010 Chat Amour fundraiser event earned $38,593.59. We just love him and feel Jake has brought good luck to the FCCR.

We don’t really know where Jake came from. He was six months old when he was picked up as a stray by the Larimer Humane Society. Maybe

he is a registered Koret that got lost while visiting relatives in Fort Collins. Or, maybe not.

What we know is that four families have taken him in to their homes. We also know he was brought back each time. It was clear Jake wanted to be the center of attention. He had higher aspirations than to be a ordinary house cat. Jake wanted to be in command of a bigger enterprise, a place that brought in and found homes for every cat that came through the doorway.

But that is getting ahead of my story.His first family included a young girl three years

old or so and a couple of dogs at least. He seemed to fit in well at first and had free run of the house. Then one day he didn’t get along with the middle sized dog. We are not sure what happened but he won’t talk about it. After that he began spraying walls and missing his cat box. So, as I mentioned, he’s not talkin’. The last straw was when he became a door dasher. Reluctantly his family said goodbye to Jake and returned him to the Humane Society shelter. He had been with his first family about three months.

It was cage life again for Jake who really knew how to burn bridges. Jake still radiated charm and within a week was re-adopted. Sometimes charm

By Pam Wolf from Fort Collins Cat Rescue

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38can’t override bad habits. He was surrendered again two months later. By now Jake didn’t know it but he had used up his options. He was facing euthanasia after he failed his evaluation process. Humane isn’t in the Humane Society’s name for nothing. Pity was taken on this handsome youngster and they called the FCCR to see if we could help him on some behavior modification to help him become adoptable.

A few things were tried. Some seemed to help. Jake enjoyed longer play times, a bigger litter box, different kinds of litter. Finally Jake got what he wanted. FREE RUN of this busy happy place for cats. He was became better about his litter-box. Although, I have to admit, he did still miss the box once in a while. At least he was trying.

By now so many people had seen Jake at FCCR there was a waiting list to adopt him. So away he went. Sadly, a month later he returned because of the same problems. The second in line to adopt him were sure they could work with him. Alas, the evaluations, work and additional lessons still didn’t stick.

What to do now? High level conference. What was Jake trying to get across? Everyone put their heads together and realized he wanted to stay with his buddies and buddetts. He loved people and what was in his heart was to soothe anxiety, bring back memories, and provide a purrrfect companion for those seeking comfort.

Jake wanted to become a therapy cat. He could visit and purr and pose to his heart’s content and could spend lots of lazy hours a week being a very special lap cat. Now he is just that. This guy had used up four of his chances and we don’t know how many of his nine lives. One thing does stick. The FCCR never gives up. It could be a forever home or it could be a forever job. In Jake’s case he knew all along. We just had to figure it out.

Just as Jake was to begin his visits as a new therapy cat he greeted everyone one morning with a decided limp. He was the one who needed some therapy. He had caught his paw in something and it seemed to be dislocated and possibly infected.

His position of hierarchy with the other cats was affected because he had to sport a bandage on his foot.

Jake healed quickly with some extra attention. The other good news is that he is not having trouble with his litter box anymore. It seems he never really did have trouble while he was at the shelter, only when he was adopted. As soon as it was clear to him that he was going to get to stay at the shelter he was fine.

According to FCCR Animal Care Technician, Judy Miotke, cats that have trouble with litter boxes may need some time to get used to a new place. Sometimes if cats start having litter box issues after they had been using a litter box successfully it could be a sign of possible illness like a kidney infection. New stresses on cats can sometimes create the same problems. It is worth checking with your local vet if litter box issues begin to occur.

Jake jumped into his therapy job with no hesitation. His most recent visit was at the Columbine rehabilitation center. While exploring and sniffing the hand of each new person who reached down to pet him he reflected his keen interest and calm demeanor. The first person who met him was Coleen. She was delighted and her face lit up. Even though Jake was more interested in exploring than sitting in Coleen’s lap, she understood. He was, after all, new at this. Coleen gave him a new name. He is officially ‘Pretty Kitty” at the rehabilitation center and he did look very handsome with his red kitty harness. The bright red against his rich silvery grey coat made him look even more lustrous. As usual, Jake knew he was a star. Waving his tail as he walked down the hall you could tell he already had it figured out, he ‘owned’ this place too.

Pam Wolf is a Fort Collins writer and poet committed to animal welfare and is a volunteer for Fort Collins Cat Rescue. See more stories in her blog, “Writing Outside the Barn” www.pamelawolf.blogspot.com

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dedicated to people and their pets, with your hosts Jeff Reichert

Founder/Publisher of Colorado Paw Pages and Jill Reynolds CCMT

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40Josh & Sawyer Update:

From the Publisher: Of all the articles we have run in Paw Pages, no

article has had a larger response from our readers than “Meet Sawyer: Greeley’s 14er-bagging dog”. It’s been over one full year, and one full climbing season, since this article ran in our Fall Winter 2009-10 publication. A lot has transpired for Sawyer, and his owner Josh in that time. Many of our readers have requested a progress report on Josh and Sawyer’s efforts to summit all of Colorado’s 14ers. Josh was kind enough to provide us all with an update on their adventures over the past year. Enjoy.From Josh:

Sawyer and I were able to summit two more fourteeners this year (2010), Snowmass Mountain

and Little Bear Peak. Snowmass took four tries over the course of five years. Little Bear took five tries in five years.

Snowmass was a mountain I shied away from for many years. The standard route from the east was more than twenty miles and required climbing on a large snowfield to reach the summit. Neither of those things seemed pleasing. A trip from the west avoided snow and the summit could be reached in one day as opposed to two or three. That said, our first three attempts would be from the west.

After three unsuccessful summit attempts, two within site of the summit. Sawyer and myself finally reached the summit of Snowmass Mountain this past summer using the east slopes approach.

Josh and Sawyer at Snowmass Lake with Snowmass Mountain in the distance.

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41Because Sawyer is older now, I build in rest days for his comfort. The trip took us seven days. Our Snowmass experiences remind me that the ‘easy way’ isn’t always ‘easy.’ In my life, I have rarely done things the easy way. Because of that, I have been rewarded more. When I have tried to take short cuts, it generally backfires. But with that said, I have often failed more by doing things the hard way. Accepting failure can be difficult, but I am at peace as long as I gave it my best. I do not accept not trying, half-hearted efforts or caving into fear.

Without question, Little Bear Peak has been our most difficult fourteener. When you consider all the factors: number of failed attempts, physical exertion required, ever changing weather, difficult mountain terrain and the numerous possibilities for death, it makes sense why the famous mountaineer Gerry Roach says, “There is nothing little about Little Bear.” None of the routes up Little Bear are easy. The peak has taken many lives and only a month before Sawyer and I would attempt it for our fifth time, it had claimed the life of another experienced climber. Until this past summer, our first attempt, in 2006, had been our most successful. After that, things got worse with each subsequent attempt. It seemed as the years went by that our chances of reaching the Little Bear summit were growing dimmer and dimmer. When we would drive past the peak, I would look up and say, “Soy, do you think we’ll ever make it up there?” On July 20 that question was answered. At ten years old, Sawyer had just climbed his most difficult fourteener! When I think of Little Bear now, the mountain is a symbol reminding me that perseverance is often greater than the obstacles ahead.

People always ask me, “So how do you get Sawyer to the top of all these peaks?” Everyone

seems to be looking for that golden ticket answer that gives them the ‘ah ha’ moment. The reality is Soy and I climb these peaks just like everyone else does. We do it one step at time, one maneuver at a time. In many cases we had to literally risk our lives. Golden ticket theories aside, there is no doubt that Sawyer is a special dog that has all the qualities needed for this. Plus, he has the right owner that has a bit of that maniac attitude it takes to do something like this. Most individuals wouldn’t spend ten years risking life and limb with their dog. I don’t think this would work if I had another dog or if Soy was with another owner. The two of us are just the right mix.

That said, I think the real key to all our success is the bond we share. We trust each other with our lives. That is why my responsibility is so great. Many people have just assumed that our bond was formed on the peaks. People don’t realize our bond was created off the mountain. Soy was there when I went through my divorce seven years ago. He loved me when others abandoned me, believed in me when others doubted and was trustworthy when others betrayed. People have marveled at how Soy could climb so many difficult peaks for so many years. The difficulty of our climbs is a direct reflection of the difficulties we’ve experienced together in life.

I never would have guessed that my life would become so intertwined with a dog. At 34, I have no kids. Sawyer is my kid. Unless things change at some point, Sawyer will be the legacy I leave on this planet. I hope our story is a good thing that inspires people to keep going when times are tough. I hope people realize that it is good to have dreams and even better to go after them. Too many people let their dreams die because they seek everyone’s approval before trying. If they

(Left) Sawyer on the south summit of Little Bear. Ellingwood Point and Blanca Peak can be seen behind him.

(Below) Sawyer on the Little Bear’s true summit. The jagged connecting ridge to

Blanca Peak can be seen behind him.

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42 don’t get enough approval from enough people, they call it quits. Life has many difficulties and there are people out there that don’t like it when you go for your dreams. One thing I have admired about Soy is that he doesn’t spend time listening to what others say he can’t do. He just spends his life doing all those things.

At times, this whole fourteener journey has come somewhat easy for Sawyer and me. In 2004, everything went our way. We reached multiple summits of great difficultly all in one try. Fellow climbers either supported our efforts or scoffed at them, but it didn’t really matter because we always had fun and we always reached the top. But it was very difficult then because the climbing community had not warmed up to the idea of a dog like Sawyer. I just wanted climbers to accept us like they would accept anyone else. While that is very much the case now, it was not for a very long time. In our first five years, we climbed 48 of the 61 peaks. It seemed like we were always overcoming the odds. In the last five years, things have been so different. It’s been a dogfight just to climb eleven summits in that time.

On August 2, only six days before our next climbing trip, I ruptured the Achilles tendon on my right leg while playing basketball. With only two fourteeners left, I was devastated, extremely angry and questioning God. Reality set in the

following day. Our climbing season was now over, and perhaps our time together on the peaks was over. My emotions were all over the place. I was crying throughout the day and trying to conceal it from coworkers. On day three, I figured it was time to look forward and change my attitude. Four days after the injury, I had surgery to repair the tendon. From day three on, my mind set has been focused on getting better, staying positive and achieving the impossible.

I don’t know what the future holds for Sawyer and me on this fourteeners quest of ours. So much is uncertain and it is very scary. Each day I try to focus on the day at hand. What can I do TODAY to push myself to get better? What can I do TODAY to help Soy stay in shape for next summer? Although I am very much ahead of the game, I am still recovering and Sawyer will be eleven years old this June. The odds are very much stacked against us, but it is when we are at our weakest, that God is at His strongest. I ask God every day on my way to work, “God, somehow, someway, please help Soy and me finish all the fourteeners.” God has given us the chance to reach 59 of the 61 summits so far but I still have faith He has two more chances waiting for us next year.

Stories and photos copyright © Josh Aho.

Sawyer on the summit of Snowmass Mountain. Capitol Peak can be seen

in the background.

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46What are the inspirations behind Baxter‘s name? (Does the name have a special meaning?)

Named after Baxter Black the Cowboy Poet as he has great sensitivity for a dog.

Baxter has been inspired to be the CEO of my Wags and Menace Foundation. He was beaten, abused and found as a stray in a bad gang area in Denver. He was only 24 LBS. at six months & was the worst case I have seen in my many years of volunteering at the shelters. When I rescued Baxter I knew in my heart he would become something amazing ............he is now my CEO.

Do you also have nicknames for Baxter? And if so, what are they?

Nickname Mr. CEO, Fluffernutter, Baxter Bunny


I have been a pet owner my whole life. My love for animals started when I was just four years old selling homemade cookies to raise money to build a BIG dog house in our driveway for all of the homeless animals at our local shelter. My Dad knew right then and there that this was only going to get bigger.

What is Baxter’s favorite activity?Baxter favorite is to go dog swimming in Telluride!

Also, he loves to eat frozen peanut butter filled ice cubes in the car on dog road trips.

What are Baxter’s most annoying habits? Most endearing habits?

Most Annoying: chasing squirrels and jumping around like crazy

Most Endearing: Big snuggler all the time

What’s the single worst deed that Baxter has ever committed?

Baxter ate many dog leashes and fences when he was a little puppy.


PetsPeople

and their

The petsBaxter, Newfoundland/Boarder Collie mix rescue, born 07/11/05

The ownerCindy Lee, President of The Wags and Menace Make a Difference Program Foundation

I think pets are more intuitive to people & things that are around them. They always know the good people from the bad people.

What one movie, book or song most reminds you of life with Baxter?

Baxter is a funny dog the best movie that reminds me of him would be Austin Powers International man of mystery.

American comedian Rober Benchly is quoted as once saying, “A boy can learn a lot from a dog; obedience, loyalty, and the importance of turning around three times before lying down.” What’s the biggest lesson that you’ve learned from Baxter?

I have learned to be in the moment and be animated when needed. Baxter seems to have that balance 24/7.

Where is your favorite place in Colorado to take Baxter?

To ride the Gondola in Telluride and go for a big dog hike on top of the mountain.

Baxter LOVES to chase his tail in a circle many times before he has DOG DINNER!

If you had to pick one of Baxter’s qualities “most likely to make an impression on new people,” which would it be and why?

Baxter always gives me unconditional love because he knows if I have had a long day at the office he snuggles right up to me. He can feel the energy and knows how to help me in that moment.

This one may take a little consideration. If you had to pick one musician (or actor, writer, celebrity, historical figure … whatever) whom Baxter most reminds you of, who would it be and why?

He is a cross between Leslie Nielson ( Guy from Airplane) and Mother Teresa. Baxter is a very loving, caring, and funny dog. I am so lucky and blessed to have him in my life!!.

Wild Mustangs of the West

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47Wild Mustangs of the West

The wild mustangs of the West have been called many things; broomtails, broncs, varmints, pests and icons. One thing is for sure, they are living representations of the illustrious history of this country. These magnificent creatures are direct descendents of the horses ridden by the Spanish Conquistadors in the 16th Century. Our American wild mustangs are in dire straights and in great need of our engagement.

The time has come to decide their fate once again as the ranges they are currently on are closing in on them. The numbers are staggering and though not conclusive do show that there are today nearly four times as many mustangs in feedlot type “holding facilities” than there are out on the range of the ten western states managed by BLM (Bureau of Land Management). The largest numbers of wild horses are in Nevada, followed by California, Oregon, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Idaho, Utah and Arizona and New Mexico.

In 1971 their protection was put into law, because their numbers had dwindled. At that time approximately 53 million acres of public lands were allotted for their well being. For several reasons that land has since decreased by nearly a third and the wild horse ranges or horse management areas have been reduced from 288 to 188. Montana, per example, has only one intact wild horse herd left. Colorado has only four wild horse areas left:

The Sandwash Basin Horses located west of Maybell, Craig and Steamboat Springs. 160,000 acres with approximately 250 horses

The Little Book Cliff Herd located north of Grand Junction. 35,000 acres with approximately 120 horses

The Piceance Herd (Near Meeker) 148,000 acres and approximately 90 horses

The Springcreek Basin Herd located on the border of New Mexico. 22,000 acres with

By Gabriele Moritz: Airline pilot, Northern Colorado resident, wild horse owner, trainer and advocate.

“Praise the tall – saddle the small”. Mr. Mustang, Bob Brislawn, founder of the Spanish Mustang registry 1957.

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48 approximately 70 horses.Though these wild mustangs are under federal

protection from harassment and slaughter these very things are once again being considered at this time. The consequences of a wild horse roundup are trauma, tremendous injury and death, procession, processing and transport to a life long capture facility. All of this at expense to the tax payers.

These wild horses were protected to be managed in the wild and on the range, and it can be done. Answers are hard to come by but some of the most essential questions are:

How many horses are out there? Who counts them and when and how? If we know the number how can they be

monitored and regulated, so that numbers don’t increase over a certain amount?

One answer is “on range management”. This is comprised of fertility control combined with proper census, predator reintroduction where possible and natural, for specific reductions and treatment. Capture of these wild mustangs can be accomplished through low stress baiting in small numbers and smaller corrals. Some of the horses would be treated, some removed and made available for adoption.

As always, increased awareness about the desirability of the breed is critical to their future. Other options include utilized education and exploration through eco-tourism to generate revenue and attention for the horses, which

historically live in sparse but beautiful country and landscape. One of the most utilized methods of rounding up and capturing these wild mustangs in the past has been aggressive helicopter and exhaustive driving round-ups. This method is antiquated and dangerous and does not agree with the image of these freedom-loving creatures that we cherish for the very image they stand for. No degradation needs to occur if we can expand our compassionate footprint.

If you are interested in becoming an involved advocate for the wild mustangs here are some ways for you to become effective:

Speak to a friend and spread the word through education. Claim your wild horses here in Colorado. Go visit and see them live or celebrate them in music, art and theater. Engage in the enhancing of the image and treat yourself to an experience you will never forget. Learn more about the wild horses influence on history through art, music, theater, philosophy and politics. Adopt a wild horse if you like to train, have the time and passion to ride and love the versatility of a natural horse. Join up by becoming an advocate in your local area, or form a group to learn about and debate the issue.

For more information on wild horses visit:www.mustangecotours.blogspot.comwww.thecloudfoundation.orgwww.wind-dancer.orgwww.mustangheritagefoundation.com

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Wagz of Colorado (see our ad on page 60)Fort Collins’ Premier Bet Bowtique & Barkery132 N. College Ave, Fort Collins…........970-482-9249

Ultrapet DentalcareAnesthesia-free teeth cleaning at Veterinary Hospitalwww.ultrapetdentalcare.com…...............303-449-9543

The Downing Center for Animal Pain Management www.downingcenter.com (See our ad on page 2)415 Main St., Windsor............................970-674-0434

Loveland Veterinary ClinicHonest, Considerate Care1403 N. Monroe Ave., Loveland………..970-667-3252

Veterinary Emergency Hospitalwww.veterinaryemergencyhospital.net816 S Lemay, Fort Collins.....................970-484-8080

Windsor Veterinary Clinic P.C. www.windsorvet.com, See our ad on page 18415 Main St., Windsor............................970-686-9664

Heidi Muller Photographywww.heidimuller.net…............................970-282-8408

Larimer Humane Societywww.larimerhumane.org6317 Kyle Ave., Fort Collins...................970-226-3647

BEFORE AFTER

ULTRAPET DENTALCARE

303-449-9543 • UltrapetDentalcare.com

Anesthesia-free Teeth Cleaning forDogs and Cats at Veterinary Hospitals

Kind & gentle DRUG-FREE technique!Call for the nerest Veterinary Clinic Location

Wanda Guitar, N.A.D.T.

Colorado Paw Pageswww.coloradopawpages.comPO Box 1244, Fort Collins…………........970-219-0213

Front Door Directwww.frontdooryp.com260 E. Horsetooth Rd., Fort Collins....... 970-232-3170

The Downing Center for Animal Pain Management Cert.Vet.Acupuncturist, www.downingcenter.com415 MainSt.,Windsor..............................970-674-0434

Front Range Veterinary Clinic (See our ad on page 7)“Friends for Life” www.frontrangevetclinic.com3200 E. Mulberry, Fort Collins………......970-484-5667

Canine Massage of the Rockieswww.k9massagerockies.com…………...970-498-0060

Come-Play-Stay!Indoor & Outdoor Year-round Classes - All Levels3801 S Mason St., Fort Collins….......970-226-6526x6

ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES - ANIMAL PROTECTION/CONTROL SERVICES

ACUPUNCTURE

AGILITY TRAININGANIMAL PORTRAITS

ANIMAL HOSPITALS

ANIMAL PROTECTION/CONTROL SERVICES

ANESTHESIA FREE TEETH CLEANING

ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES ALL-NATURAL/HOLISTIC PRODUCTS

The Humane Society of Weld Countywww.weldcountyhumane.org (See our ad on page 34)1620 42nd St., Evans.............................970-506-9550

Animal Rescue Connectionwww.animalrescueconnection.org…......970-381-5573

Apso Rescue – ColoradoApsoRescueColorado.org………...........970-663-5910

Animal House Rescue & Grooming, Inc.Grooming shop/No-kill shelter. www.animalhousehelp.org1104 W. Vine Drive, Fort Collins970-224-DOGS(3647)

Colorado Aussie Rescuewww.coloradoaussierescue.org……..303-993-8424

Colorado Pug Rescuewww.copugrescue.org……..................303-659-9689

Duncan’s Place, a cat sanctuarywww.duncansplace.org ………............970-214-2233

Fort Collins Cat Rescue www.fortcollinscatrescue.org2321 E. Mulberry St.#1, Fort Collins…970-484-8516


Larimer Humane Societywww.larimerhumane.org6317 Kyle Ave., Fort Collins...970-226-3647

Rocky Mountain Raptor Programwww.rmrp.org720 East Vine Drive, Fort Collins……970-484-7756

Second Chance Rescuewww.scrco.org…….970-371-6897

Western Border Collie Rescuewww.wbcrescue.org……..307-436-5458

Chipper’s Lanes2 Fort Collins locations, Broomfield and Estes Parkwww.chipperslanes.com

Mo Jeaux’s Bar and Grillwww.mojeauxsfortcollins.com820 City Park Ave., Fort Collins..970-484-RIBS (7427)

The Steakout SaloonDog lover’s choice for food and drinks152 W. Mountain Ave.,Fort Collins……..970-416-5989


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51ANIMAL PROTECTION/CONTROL SERVICES - CATERERS




Odell Brewing CompanyOdellbrewing.com800 East Lincoln Ave., Fort Collins….....970-498-9070


Bike Fort CollinsMaking Fort Collins a better place to ride a bicyclewww.bikefortcollins.org

Come-Play-Stay! at South MesaBoarding options to fit every need!www.comeplaystay.com…..................970-226-6526x1

Rover’s Ranch Budget-minded boarding for your best friend4837 N. Highway 1, Fort Collins.............970-493-5970

Aspen Grove Veterinary Carewww.AspenGroveVet.com2633 S. College Ave., Fort Collins..........970-416-0232

Wagz of Colorado (See our ad on page 60)Fort Collins’ Premier Pet Bowtique & Barkery 132 N. College Ave., Fort Collins...........970-482-9249

Chipper’s Lanes (See our ad on page 31)2 Fort Collins locations, Broomfield and Estes Parkwww.chipperslanes.com

South Mesa Veterinary Hospital www.southmesa.com (See our ad on page 62)3801 S. Mason St., Fort Collins.........970-226-6526x0

Windsor Veterinary Clinic P.C. www.windsorvet.com, See our ad on page 18415 Main St., Windsor............................970-686-9664

Hundley’s Gourmet Catering www.hundleysgourmetcatering.com1000 W Horsetooth Rd,FortCollins.........970-206-1196




Animal House Rescue & Grooming, Inc.Grooming shop/No-kill shelter. www.animalhousehelp.org1104 W. Vine Drive, Fort Collins970-224-DOGS(3647)

Colorado Aussie Rescuewww.coloradoaussierescue.org……..303-993-8424

Colorado Pug Rescuewww.copugrescue.org……..................303-659-9689

Duncan’s Place, a cat sanctuarywww.duncansplace.org ………............970-214-2233

Fort Collins Cat Rescue www.fortcollinscatrescue.org2321 E. Mulberry St.#1, Fort Collins…970-484-8516


Larimer Humane Societywww.larimerhumane.org6317 Kyle Ave., Fort Collins...970-226-3647

Rocky Mountain Raptor Programwww.rmrp.org720 East Vine Drive, Fort Collins……970-484-7756

Second Chance Rescuewww.scrco.org…….970-371-6897






ANIMAL RESCUE, SHELTERS, & ADOPTION

BARS

BAR-B-QUE

BICYCLE ADVOCACY

BOARDING/DAYCARE/KENNELS

BOUTIQUES

BOWLING

CANINE REPRODUCTIVE SERVICES

CATERERS

BEER

ANIMAL PROTECTION/CONTROL SERVICES(CONTINUED)

www.coloradopawpages.com

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52Mo Jeaux’s Bar and Grillwww.mojeauxsfortcollins.com820 City Park Ave., Fort Collins..970-484-RIBS (7427)

Heidi Muller Photographywww.heidimuller.net…............................970.282.8408

KRFC 88.9fmCommunity Public Radio for the Front RangeKrfcfm.org……………............................970-221-5075

Larimer Animal People Partnership (LAPP)Is your animal therapeutic? Join Us!www.colapp.org

Grant Family Farms CSALocally grown organic fruits, veggies, eggs, meat, bread & flowerswww.grantfarms.com………………........970-568-7654

Clean Air CompostYear round residential compost pick up service!www.cleanaircompost.com ……………970-224-4732



Be Local Northern Colorado NEW Be Local Coupon Book available at 50 outletswww.BeLocalNC.org…........................970-482-2081

Home to Heaven (See our ad on page 15)Serving Northern Colorado 24/7 www.hometoheaven.net.............…….....970-412-6212


Cooper and Cooper Fine JewelersLocally owned and operated (See our ad inside front cover)23 Old Town Square, Fort Collins……..970-221-0303



William C. Hundley, Executive Chef

1000 W. Horsetooth Rd. #D7Fort Collins

970-206-1196www.hundleysgourmetcatering.com

www.coloradopawpages.comCATERERS - DENTISTRY

COMPLEMENTARY & ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE (CAM)

COUPONS

CREMATION SERVICES/BURIAL SUPPLIES

CUSTOM JEWELRY

COMPOSTING SERVICES

DENTISTRY

CATERERS (CONTINUED)

CAT PORTRAITS

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE

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53The Dog Club of Fort Collins www.dogclubonline.com (See our ad on this page)2439 South College Ave., Fort Collins....970-416-1166

Rover’s Ranch Doggie daycare available 7 days/week4837 N. Highway 1, Fort Collins.............970-493-5970

Bark and Bluegrass FestivalDog friendly music festivals in Fort Collins & Boulderwww.coloradopawpages.com…………..970-219-0213

Bark for LifeA benefit for the American Cancer SocietyApril 30th , 2011, Twin Rivers Park, Greeley

Doggie Olympics 1) Train your dog 2) Go to the Doggie Olympics!www.colapp.org

Linnea Memorial [email protected]……..970-214-5732

Pooch PlungeBring your pooch for a swim at the pool!August 2011, City Park Pool, Fort Collins

Fossil Creek Dog Park5821 South Lemay Ave., Fort Collins

Freedom Dog Park2095 42nd Street, Evans

Doggie Daycare & BoardingDoggie Daycare & Boarding4837 N. Hwy 1, Fort Collins

970-493-5970OWNERS LIVE ONSITE • CALL FOR HRS

www.roversranchftcollins.com

• Daycare •

• Training •

• Agility •

• Grooming •

www.dogclubonline.com

970-416-1166

The Dog Club of Fort Collins is owned by Louise Kuipers CPDT-KA, who has transformed

it into a premium daycare, grooming and training facility for your dog.

South Mesa Veterinary Hospital www.southmesa.com (See our ad on back cover)3801 S. Mason St., Fort Collins..........970-226-6526x0

Ultrapet DentalcareAnesthesia-free teeth cleaning at Veterinary Hosp.www.ultrapetdentalcare.com…...............303-449-9543

Windsor Veterinary Clinic P.C. www.windsorvet.com, See our ad on page 20415 Main St., Windsor.............................970-686-9664

Worthington Animal ClinicMedical, Dental & Surgical Care for small animals4212 N. Garfield Ave., Loveland................970-667-2422


Windsor Veterinary Clinic P.C. www.windsorvet.com, See our ad on page 18415 Main St., Windsor.............................970-686-9664

Cooper and Cooper Fine JewelersLocally owned and operated (See our ad inside front cover)23 Old Town Square, Fort Collins……....970-221-0303

Invisible Fence - Northern ColoradoLarimer, Weld & Boulder Countieswww.invisiblefence.com.........................970-223-8354

Poudre Pet & Feed Supply, Inc. We offer installation of our “invisible” fences!622 N. College Ave., Fort Collins…........970-482-2741

Poudre Pet & Feed Supply, Inc. We offer installation of our “invisible” fences!6204 S. College Ave., Fort Collins….....970-225-1255

Come-Play-Stay!Innovative and Safe with Tons of Outdoor Space!www.comeplaystay.com…..................970-226-6526x6

Northern Colorado Authorized DealersLarimer-Weld-Boulder Counties

Call for a free on-site estimate.970-223-8354 • 303-499-0220

MENTION THIS AD (PROMO CODE COPAW11) TO RECEIVEA 50% DISCOUNT ON INSTALLATION

Proven Indoor & Outdoor

Solutions from Invisible Fence®

Brand.

DENTISTRY - DOG PARKSwww.coloradopawpages.com

DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES

DOG ART

DOG & CAT FENCING

DENTISTRY (CONTINUED)

DOG DAYCARE

DOG EVENTS

DOG DAYCARE (CONTINUED)

DOG PARKS

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54Island Grove Park 14th Ave. and D Street, Greeley

Poudre Pooch Dog ParkSW Corner of Poudre Nat. Park, 1050 Larch Dr., Windsor

Rover Run Dog Park 5207 F Street, Greeley

Soft Gold Dog Park520 Hickory Street, Fort Collins

Spring Canyon Dog ParkWest end of Horsetooth Road, Fort Collins

Fairgrounds Park700 South Railroad Ave., Loveland


Come-Play-Stay!Reward-based Training for the Real World!www.comeplaystay.com…..................970-226-6526x6

Doggie Olympics 1) Train your dog 2) Go to the Doggie Olympics!www.colapp.org

The Dog Club of Fort Collins www.dogclubonline.com2439 South College Ave., Fort Collins...970-416-1166

Hotel Monaco Denver - a Kimpton HotelLet our Concierge arrange dog walking/pet sittingwww.monaco-denver.com

Canine Fitness Zone (www.caninefitnesszone.com)Build happy, healthy, winning dogs for life.3801 S. Mason, Fort Collins……….........970-988-7997

The Downing Center for Animal Pain Management www.downingcenter.com (See our ad on page 2)415 Main St., Windsor.…………………..970-674-0434

Windsor Veterinary Clinic P.C. www.windsorvet.com, See our ad on page 18415 Main St., Windsor.………………......970-686-9664


The Downing Center for Animal Pain Management www.downingcenter.com (See our ad on page 2)415 Main St., Windsor.…………………..970-674-0434

Because Conditioning Needs to Exceed Drive!

(970) 988-7997

www.caninefitnesszone.com

Physical Therapy & Injury Prevention

Veterinary Medicine

Online Courses

Continuing Education

for Vets and Techs

Classes for Animal Lovers

www.csuvetmed.com

Argus InstituteCSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital……..970-297-4143


Colorado State University Continuing EducationCourses for animal lovers, vets and techs.www.learn.colostate.edu/pp …………....970-491-5288

DOG PARKS - EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

DOG WELLNESS / FITNESS

EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

DOG WALKING

DOG WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

DOG PHOTOGRAPHY

DOG TRAINING

DOG PARKS (CONTINUED)


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55484-8080www.veterinaryemergencyhospital.net816 South Lemay, Fort Collins

Walk-In Urgent CareFully Staffed Hospital

7 Days A Week 24 Hours Per DayWeekends & Holidays Included

EmergencyVeterinaryHospital


IDEA WILDwww.IdeaWild.org420 Riddle Drive, Fort Colins……….......970-482-6748

Larimer Humane Societywww.larimerhumane.org6317 Kyle Ave., Fort Collins....................970-226-3647

Rocky Mountain Raptor Programwww.rmrp.org720 East Vine Drive, Fort Collins…….....970-484-7756

The Wags & Menace Foundation (Cindy Lee, Pres.)www.wagsandmenace.org (See our ad on page 1)PO Box 24986, Denver, CO 80222



Veterinary Emergency HospitalOpen 24/7/365 - veterinaryemergencyhospital.net816 S. Lemay Ave., Fort Collins.............970-484-8080



Hundley’s Gourmet Catering www.hundleysgourmetcatering.com1000 W Horsetooth Rd,FortCollins.........970-206-1196


EDUCATIONAL SERVICES - FUNDRAISING

Odell Brewing CompanyOdellbrewing.com800 East Lincoln Ave., Fort Collins….....970-498-9070


Invisible Fence - Northern ColoradoLarimer, Weld & Boulder Countieswww.invisiblefence.com.........................970-223-8354





Animal House Rescue & Grooming, Inc. www.animalhousehelp.org1104 W. Vine Drive,Fort Collins.970-224-DOGS(3647)

Duncan’s Place, a cat sanctuarywww.duncansplace.org ………...............970-214-2233

Fort Collins Cat Rescuewww.fortcollinscatrescue.org2321 E.MulberrySt.,Unit 1,FortCollins....970-484-8516


Larimer Humane Societywww.larimerhumane.org (See our ad on page 21)6317 Kyle Ave., Fort Collins....................970-226-3647



Grant Family Farms CSALocally grown organic fruits, veggies & flowerswww.grantfarms.com………………........970-568-7654


EMERGENCY VETERINARY CARE

FUNDRAISING

EMERGENCY NEEDS

ENTERTAINMENT

FOSTER CARE

FRESH ORGANIC FRUITS & VEGGIES

EDUCATIONAL SERVICES (CONTINUED)

FENCING

ENTERTAINMENT (CONTINUED)

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56Hotel Columbia Telluride300 W. San Juan Ave., Telluride........….970-728-0660

WINTER PARKBeaver Village Lodge79303 US Hwy 40, Winter Park..........…970-726-5741

YMCA Snow Mountain Ranchwww.ymcarockies.org (See our ad on page 4)1101 County Road 53, Granby, CO ….. 800-777-9622




Bath Garden Center and NurseryHelping You Grow Better naturally!www.bathgardencenter.com………….....970-484-5022



Pioneer RidgeSteamboat’s Local Lodging Company, homes & condos.www.Steamboat-Springs.com.............800-233-8102

www.coloradopawpages.comFUNDRAISING - HOTELS/PET-FRIENDLY



Bark for LifeA benefit for the American Cancer SocietyApril 30th , 2011, Twin Rivers Park, Greeley

Linnea Memorial [email protected]……..970-214-5732


Clean Air CompostNow offering year round residential compost pick up service! www.cleanaircompost.com…970-224-4732




Come-Play-Stay!Reward-based Training for the Real World!www.comeplaystay.com…..................970-226-6526x6


Pet Elite TaxiGrooming transportation is our speciality!www.PetEliteTaxi.com…………..............970-690-2097

ASPENThe Little Nell675 E. Durant Ave., Aspen......................970-920-4600

DENVERHotel Monaco Denver - a Kimpton HotelPet-friendly downtown Denver 4-Diamond Hotelwww.monaco-denver.com…...................303-296-1717

DURANGOQuality Inn – Durango2930 N. Main Ave, Durango..............…..970-259-5373

EAGLEBest Western Eagle Lodge200 Loren Lane, Eagle........………….....970-328-6316

ESTES PARKCastle Mountain Lodge1520 Fall River Road, Estes Park...……970-586-3664

YMCA Estes Park Center (see our ad on page 6)www.ymcarockies.org2515 Tunnel Road, Estes Park....………800-777-9622

GLENWOOD SPRINGSCaravan Inn1826 Grand Ave., Glenwood Springs…..970-945-7451

GUNNISONRodeway Inn37760 W. US Hwy 50, Gunnison…...…..970-641-0500

SNOWMASSSilver Tree Hotel100 Elbert Lane, Snowmass........………970-923-3520

TELLURIDEWyndham Peaks Resort136 Country Club Dr., Telluride........……970-728-6800

HOTELS / PET-FRIENDLY

GROOMING (MOBILE)

GROOMING

GREEN / EARTH FRIENDLY

GARDEN CENTER & NURSERY

FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES

GRIEF COUNSELINGFUNDRAISING (CONTINUED)

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57YMCA Estes Park Center (see our ad on page 4)www.ymcarockies.org2515 Tunnel Road, Estes Park....………800-777-9622




CCSEOMake your website more effective. [email protected]………….................970-670-0736

Colorado Paw Pageswww.coloradopawpages.comPO Box 1244, Fort Collins…………........970-219-0213

Front Door Directwww.frontdooryp.com260 E. Horsetooth Rd., Fort Collins....... 970-232-3170

RamplifyA la carte hard marketingwww.Ramplify.Biz…………….................970-227-5449

Canine Massage of the Rockieswww.k9massagerockies.com…………..970-498-0060


Professional, in-home canine massage

www.k9massagerockies.comJill Reynolds, CCMT

Hotel Columbia Telluride300 W. San Juan Ave., Telluride........….970-728-0660

WINTER PARKBeaver Village Lodge79303 US Hwy 40, Winter Park..........…970-726-5741








Pioneer RidgeSteamboat’s Local Lodging Company, homes & condos.www.Steamboat-Springs.com.............800-233-8102

Pet Friendly Lodgingin Steamboat Springs

970.879.0517 • 800.233.8102 www.Steamboat-Springs.com

www.coloradopawpages.com HOTELS/PET-FRIENDLY - MEDICAL SERVICES

MARKETING

JEWELRY

LANDSCAPE DESIGN

LASER SURGERY

MEDICAL SERVICES(MICROCHIPPING, DNA TESTING)

HOTELS / PET-FRIENDLY

LOST, FOUND OR STOLEN PETS

MASSAGE

HUMANE SOCIETIES

LODGING / PET-FRIENDLY

LODGING / PET-FRIENDLY

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58www.coloradopawpages.comMEDICAL SERVICES - PET MEMORIALS



Windsor Veterinary Clinic P.C. www.windsorvet.com (See our ad on page 18)415 Main St., Windsor............................970-686-9664



Be Local Northern Coloradowww.BeLocalINC.org 215 West Magnolia, #204 Fort Collins....970.219.3382


Elder Pet Care / Thomas Veterinary Service Low-cost vaccines every Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon909 N. College Ave., Fort Collins............970-493-2657



IDEA WILDwww.IdeaWild.org420 Riddle Drive, Fort Colins……….......970-482-6748


Linnea Memorial [email protected]……........970-214-5732

Morris Animal Foundationwww.MorrisAnimalFoundation.org/pet-memorial/10200 E.Girard Ave.,Ste.B430....Denver800-243-2345

Prevent Unwanted Pets, Inc.P.O. Box 51, Fort Collins….....................970-229-0717


Downing Center for Animal Pain Management www.downingcenter.com (See our ad on page 2)415 Main St., Windsor............................970-674-0434

Champion Windows Patio Rooms - www.championwidows.com5850 Byrd Dr., Loveland................ 888-419-2004

Drool Hog Personalized Pet Placemats (see our ad on page 14)www.claymanpromo.com.......................800-545-1113


Bones Du Jourwww.dogtreatssogood.com221 W. Prospect, Fort Collins…..............970-290-8874



Champion WindowsPet Doors - www.championwindows.com5850 Byrd Dr., Loveland................ 888-419-2004

Bones Du Jourwww.dogtreatssogood.com221 W. Prospect, Fort Collins…..............970-290-8874





Morris Animal Foundationwww.MorrisAnimalFoundation.org/pet-memorial/10200 E.Girard Ave.,Ste.B430....Denver800-243-2345


PET MEMORIALS

PET BAKERIES

PET BOUTIQUES

PET FOOD

PAIN MANAGEMENT

PET DOORS

PATIO ROOMS

PET ACCESSORIES

NON PROFITS

MEDICAL SERVICES(MICROCHIPPING, DNA TESTING)

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59www.coloradopawpages.com PET PHOTOGRAPHY - RESTAURANTS


Sit Stay & Play in home pet sittingsitstayandplayloveland.cominfo@sitstayandplayloveland.com..........970-667-7866


Poudre Pet & Feed Supply, Inc. Huge selection of natural pet foods & supplements!622 N. College Ave., Fort Collins…........970-482-2741

Poudre Pet & Feed Supply, Inc. Huge selection of natural pet foods & supplements!6204 S. College Ave., Fort Collins….....970-225-1255




RamplifyA la carte hard marketingwww.Ramplify.Biz…………….................970-227-5449

Animal House Rescue & Grooming, Inc. www.animalhousehelp.org1104 W. Vine Drive,Fort Collins.970-224-DOGS(3647)Fort Collins Cat Rescuewww.fortcollinscatrescue.org2321 E.MulberrySt.,Unit 1,FortCollins....970-484-8516

The Humane Society of Weld Countywww.weldcountyhumane.org (See our ad on page 34)

1620 42nd St., Evans.............................970-506-9550Larimer Humane Societywww.larimerhumane.org (See our ad on page 21)6317 Kyle Ave., Fort Collins....................970-226-3647

99.9 The PointToday’s Best Musicwww.999thepoint.com ………….888-666-1999K-99Colorado’s Best Countrywww.k99.com …………..800-500-2599KRFC 88.9fmCommunity Public Radio for the Front RangeKrfcfm.org…………….970-221-5075Tri 102.5At Work Listening Choicewww.tri1025.com ……………800-964-1025

RE/MAX Alliance - Downtown Fort Collinswww.homesincolorado.com215 W Oak,Suite 100, Fort Collins........970- 482-1781RE/MAX Alliance - South Fort Collinswww.homesincolorado.com4703 A Boardwalk Dr. Fort Collins......... 970-226-3990RE/MAX Alliance - Greeleywww.homesincolorado.com5586 W. 19th St. Ste. 2000....................970-330-5000RE/MAX Alliance - Lovelandwww.homesincolorado.com750 W. Eisenhower Blvd., Loveland.......970-669-1234RE/MAX Alliance - Windsorwww.homesincolorado.com4630 Royal Vista Cir. #13, Windsor........970-686-6888

Canine Massage of the Rockieswww.k9massagerockies.com…………..970-498-0060




Chipper’s Lanes2 Fort Collins locations, Broomfield and Estes Parkwww.chipperslanes.comHundley’s Gourmet Catering www.hundleysgourmetcatering.com1000 W Horsetooth Rd,FortCollins.........970-206-1196Mo Jeaux’s Bar and Grillwww.mojeauxsfortcollins.com820 City Park Ave., Fort Collins..970-484-RIBS (7427)The Steakout SaloonDog lover’s choice for food and drinks152 W. Mountain Ave.,Fort Collins……..970-416-5989

RESTAURANTS

PRINTING SERVICES

PUPPIES & KITTENS

REHABILITATION

REHABILITATION WILDLIFE

PHYSICAL THERAPY / REHABILITATION

PET SUPPLIES

PET SITTING SERVICES REAL ESTATERESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL

RADIOPET PHOTOGRAPHY

57

60The Humane Society of Weld Countywww.weldcountyhumane.org (See our ad on page 34)1620 42nd St., Evans.............................970-506-9550



South Mesa Veterinary Hospitalwww.southmesa.com…....................970-226-6526x0





Countryside Animal Hospital, P.C.www.countrysidevet.com3820 S. Timberline Rd., Fort Collins......970-223-7789




Home to Heaven In-Home Pet Euthanasia Services Serving Northern Colorado 24/7; See our ad on page 15Fort Collins, www.hometoheaven.net.....970-412-6212


www.coloradopawpages.comSEARCH & RESCUE - VACCINATIONS

Search and Rescue Dogs of Colorado [email protected]….........970-498-0060

Pets [email protected]


Champion Windows Siding - www.championwindows.com5850 Byrd Dr., Loveland................ 888-419-2004


Fort Collins Spay & Neuter2321 E. Mulberry St., Unit 9, Fort Collins…...970-484-1861

Front Range Veterinary Clinic (See our ad on page7)“Friends for Life” www.frontrangevetclinic.com3200 E. Mulberry, Fort Collins………......970-484-5667

The Humane Society of Weld Countywww.weldcountyhumane.org, See our ad on page 341620 42nd St., Evans..............................970-506-9550

Larimer Humane Societywww.larimerhumane.org6317 Kyle Ave., Fort Collins.....................970-226-3647


Prevent Unwanted Pets, Inc.P.O. Box 51, Fort Collins….......................970-229-0717


Hardy Helps Fully licensed, insured, bonded (See our ad on page 27)...........970-388-TREE (8733)




Pioneer RidgeSteamboat’s Lodging Company, homes & condos.www.Steamboat-Springs.com..............800-233-8102



Elder Pet Care/Thomas Veterinary ServiceDiscounts for elderly, affordable prices for everyone 909 N. College Ave., Fort Collins............970-493-2657



SPECIAL EVENTS PLANNING

TEACH ANIMAL EDUCATION CLASSES

VACATION RENTALS (PET-FRIENDLY)

VACCINATIONS

TREE PRUNING / REMOVAL

STUMP REMOVAL

TREE SPRAYING

SEARCH & RESCUE

SENIOR CITIZEN PET SERVICES

SEO (SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMIZATION)

SIDING

SPAY & NEUTER

SPAY & NEUTER

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61The Pet Wellness Clinic, LLC

Where Pets Are Family4848 S. College, Suite B, Fort Collins....…970-282-9719

South Mesa Veterinary Hospital www.southmesa.com (See our ad on back cover)3801 S. Mason St., Fort Collins..........970-226-6526x0


Worthington Animal ClinicMedical, Dental & Surgical Care for small animals4212 N. Garfield Ave., Loveland................970-667-2422

WORTHINGTON ANIMAL CLINICComprehensive Medical, Dental and

Surgical Care for Small AnimalsMon.-Fri. 8-6, Sat 8-3

Jack C. Worthington, DVM n Wendy Love, DVMRandy B. Smith, DVM

4212 N. Garfield Ave., Loveland n 667-2422

Healthy for life. Loved forever.

Full-servicemedical & surgicalsmall animal hospital

2633 S. College Ave., Fort Collins, CO(970) 416-0232

www.AspenGroveVet.com

Laser Surgery • Cold Laser TherapyInternal Medicine • Grooming

Premier Dog Boarding

No extra charge for:outdoor play • ono-on-one attention

treat times • individalized careVisit online for virtual tour!




South Mesa Veterinary Hospitalwww.southmesa.com…....................970-226-6526x0









Home to Heaven In-Home Pet Euthanasia Services Serving Northern Colorado 24/7; See our ad on page 15Fort Collins, www.hometoheaven.net.....970-412-6212


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Devoted to Doing What Is Best For Your Pet!

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63WEB DESIGN / DEVELOPMENT

A Most Unique Pet Bowtique & Treat Barkery

132 North College Avenue downtown Fort Collins, Colorado

970.482.9249www.wagzcolorado.com

Beds Carriers Gifts Artwork Pet Apparel Bowls Treats ToysFood People Apparel

Honest Considerate CareLoveland Veterinary Clinic

Devoted to Doing What Is Best For Your Pet!

Dr. Matt Jones Dr. Kim Ackerman

Flexible Drop Off & Pick-Up Hours8:00 am to 7:00 pm Monday

8:00 am to 5:00 pm Tuesday - Friday8:00 am to 2:00 pm Saturday

[email protected]

970-667-3252

General Medicine • Surgery • DentistryPreventative Care • Grooming • Boarding

NewlyRe-Modeled!

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