October 2014 Anniversary Edition of The Barking Cat Magazine

2014 PET-FRIENDLY

Dining Guide

Creating a NEW STYLEwith Creative Grooming

PoSiTivEDog Interaction & Socialization

OCTOBER 2014 • Volume 2 • Issue 1 www.thebarkingcataz.com

Photo of Calianna:

YEAR1Happy Anniversary to Us!

CELEBRATING

Contributing WritersKelli McCoy, greg Winters,

Destiny Zivica

Contributing PhotographersDawn Hamm Photography,

Kelli McCoy

Cover PhotoDawn Hamm Photography

Contact [email protected]

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agazine for pets

Owner & PublisherDestiny Zivica

EditorVictoria Scott

Destiny with Calianna Victoria with Charlie

Managing DirectorLyndsey Battles

Creative Directorryan Parker

Lyndsey with Darcy Ryan with Doc and Otto

THE BARKING CAT

W hat an amazing and wild first year of the Barking Cat we’ve had. as the

new kid on the block and the only publication for pets in the Valley, we faced some challenges, but we learned a lot along the way. i’ve been truly blessed doing what i love—working with rescued animals and the local arizona rescues who helped to save them. i’m not going to lie, it was a very long year with many hours dedicated to events, articles, research, and final touches on each issue to make them better and more enjoyable each month. although the road was a long one, it was packed with so many wonderful memories and new experiences.

We celebrated our very first media sponsorships with 12 K’s of Christmas, WoofStock, and the Phoenix Pet expo, among others. rain or shine we came out to many wonderful local events to set a Barking Cat presence in the valley. i’ve been able to work with some amazing local businesses in the valley, attending some amazing Yappy Hours like that of Spikes treats in Fountain Hills. How can i call it work when i get to do what i love, spending time with pets & their people? Meeting new pet parents, answering questions, and listening to what people want out of a pet magazine has been time well spent.

One of my favorite events was our First annual Dog-Crawl, February 2014, a time for pet parents to have a night out with their own pack while donating a portion of purchased tickets to local rescue organizations. What more can you ask for than to meet with good people while pub-crawling for a worthy cause? Our circulation has grown like wildfire, doubling and even tripling in busy event months. i couldn’t have asked for more amazing, loyal readers than you. it’s because of you that we are able to share local information, resources, tips, tricks, training, vetting, services, adoptable rescue pets, and products throughout the valley.

i wanted to take a moment and thank you for supporting the Barking Cat; we are looking forward to a wonderful Second Volume Starting this month throughout October 2015. Stick with us. as they say, “You aint Seen nothing Yet.”

Wet noses & Sloppy Kisses,

Destiny & Calianna

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The Grotto Café6501 e. Cave Creek rd. #8Cave Creek, aZ 85331(480) 499-0140Mon-Sun: 6:30am-5pm

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Iguana Mack’s 1371 n. alma School rd. 480-899-6735 Mon-Sun: 11am–2am

Lucky Lou’s3245 W. ray rd. 480-814-1400 Mon–Fri: 2pm–7pmSat–Sun: 12pm-6pm

Pita Jungle 1949 W. ray rd. 480-855-3232 Mon-Sun: 11am–10pm

Uncle Bear’s Grill & Bar1980 W. germann rd.480-722-1555 Mon-thu, Sun: 11am–12am

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Diablo Burger120 n. Leroux St. #112Flagstaff, aZ 86001(928) 774-3274Mon–Weds: 11am–9pmthurs–Sat: 11am–10pm

NiMarco’s Pizza101 S. Beaver St.Flagstaff, aZ 86001(928) 779-2691Hours May Vary

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Euro Pizza12645 n Saguaro Blvd #11Fountain Hills, aZ 85268(480) 836-0207Mon–Sun: 7:30am–9pm

Octagon Café 12645 n Saguaro Blvd.480-816-8806 Mon–Sat: 8am–8pm Sun: 8am–4pm

Phil’s Filling Station Grill 16852 e Parkview ave.Fountain Hills, aZ 85268(480) 816-8200Mon–Sun: 7am–9pm

Sofrita16848 east ave.(480) 816-5316Mon–Sat: 9am–9pmSun: 9am–8pm

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Cogburn’s4902 S. Val Vista Dr. gilbert, aZ 85298(480) 855-3288Sun–thurs: 11am-1pmFri & Sat: 11am-2am

In The Raw 143 S. Higley road 480-507-7884 Mon–Fri: 6:30am–6pm Sat & Sun: 7am–6pm

Joe’s Farm Grill3000 e. ray rd.480-563-47457 Days a Week:8am–9pm

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Betty’s Nosh 6685 W Beardsley rd, glendale, aZ 85308(623) 561-6674Mon - thurs: 11am–9pmFriday: 11am–10 pmSat: 11am–10 pm

Haus Murphy’s5739 W. glendale ave.623-939-2480Mon–Fri: 11:30am–9pm Sat: 12pm–9pmSun: 12pm–8pm

Kiss the Cook4915 W. glendale ave.623-939-4663Mon-Fri: 6am–2:30pmSat: 7am–3pmSun: 7am–1pm

Mighty Cup N Spoon7021 n. 57th ave.623-915-5595Wed–thu: 7am–10pmFri & Sat: 7am–Midnight

A Shot Of Java 7003 n. 58th ave. 623-847-2423 Monday 8am - 4pm tue & Wed: 8am–5pm thu: 8am–9pm Fri: 8am–1am Sat: 8:45am–1am

A Touch of European Café7146 north 57th Dr. glendale, az 85301(623) 847-7119M, t, W: 10:30am–2:30pmth, F: 10:30am–7:30pmSat: 10:30am–4pm

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Dos Gringos1958 S. greenfield rd.480-633-5525Mon–Sun: 11am–2am

Lucky Lou’s1929 n. Power rd.480-985-8259Mon–Fri: 3pm–6pmSat & Sun: 12pm–6pm

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Uncle Bear’s Grill & Bar9053 e. Baseline rd.480-986-2228

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Lakeside Bar & Grill9980 W. Happy Valley Pkwy. 623-566-1470Sun-thur: 10:30am–CloseFri-Sat: 10:30am–2pm

Salty Senoritas8011 W. Paradise Ln.623-979-gUaC Mon–thu: 11am–Midnight Fri-Sat: 11am–2am Sun: 10am–Midnight

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Bomberos Café and Wine Bar8801 n. Central ave., Suite 104 602-687-8466 Mon–thu: 7am–Midnight Fri–Sat: 7am–1am Sun: 7am–3pm

The Capital Grille 2502 e. Camelback rd. 602-952-8900 Mon–Fri: 11am–10pm Sat: 11am–11pm Sun: 11am–9pm

Christopher’s Fermier Brasserie 2584 e. Camelback rd. 602-522-2344 Mon-Sat: 11am–10pm Sun: 5pm–10pm

Cibo Urban Pizzeria603 n 5th ave, Phoenix, aZ 85003(602) 441-2697Mon: 11am-9pmt, W, th: 11am-10pmFri & Sat: 11am-11pmSun: 5pm-9pm

Duck & Decanter1651 e. Camelback rd.602-274-5429Sat–Sun: 8am–7pmMon–Wed: 7am–7pm thu–Fri: 7am–9pm

1 n. Central ave.602-266-6637Mon-Fri: 7am–3pm

3111 n. Central ave.602-234-3656Mon-Fri: 7am–8pm

The Farm At South Mountain 6106 S. 32nd St.602-276-6360 Monday: Closed tues–Sun: 8am–3pm (weather permitting) Hours for Quiessencerestaurant: Mon: Closedtue–Sun: 11am–9pm

Fuego Bistro713 e Palo Verde Dr, Phoenix, aZ 85014(602) 277-1151Mon, Wed, Sun: ClosedOther days: 11am-9pm

Honey Baked Ham4635 e. Cactus rd.602-996-0600Mon–Sat: 10am–6pmSun: 11am–3pm

Hula’s Modern Tiki4700 n. Central ave.Phoenix, aZ 85012(602) 265-8454Mon: 11am-10pmt, th: 11am-11pmFri: 11am-2amSat: 10:30am-1amSun: 10:30am-10pm

La Grande Orange4410 n. 40th St. 602-840-77777 Days a Week:6:30am–10pm

NYPD Pizza 1949 e Camelback rd. 602-294-6969 Sun–thu: 11am–10pm Fri–Sat: 11am–11pm

Postino Wine Bar 3939 e Campbell ave., #100 602-852-3939 Mon–thu: 11am–11am Fri–Sat: 11am–12am Sun: 11am–10pm Press: Coffee, Food, & Wine5410 e. High St., #115 480-419-6221 Mon–thu: 6:30am–9am Fri: 6:30am–9:30pm Sat: 7:30am–9:30am Sun: 9am–6am

RedBrick Pizza2170 e. Baseline rd.602-305-8883Sun–thur: 11am–9pmFri–Sat: 11am–11pm

Rock Bottom Brewery and Restaurant 14205 S. 50th St. 480-598-1300 Sun–Mon: 11am–11pm tue–thu: 11am–Midnight Fri & Sat: 11am–1am

Short Leash110 e roosevelt St, Phoenix, aZ 85004(480) 620-8479tues-Fri 11am-10pmSat- 10am-10pmSun-10 am-3pm

Ticoz Resto-Bar 5114 n 7th St. 602-200-0160 Mon–Fri: 11am–Midnight Sat & Sun: 10am–Midnight

Timo Wood Oven Wine Bar8801 n Central ave #104, Phoenix, aZ 85020(602) 354-3846M,t,W,t-11am-9pmSat-9:30am-10pmSun-9:30am-9pm

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Vintage Market 2442 B east Camelback rd. 602-955-4444 Mon–thu:10:30am–8pm Fri& Sat: 10:30am–9pm Sun: 10:30am–6pm

Willow House 149 W McDowell rd. 602-252-0272 Mon–thu: 7am–12am Fri–Sat: 7am–1am Sun: 7am–12am

Windsor5223 n. Central ave.602-279-1111Mon–thu: 11am–11pmFri: 11am–12amSat: 9am–12amSun: 9am–10pm

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The Egg & I 10155 e. Via Linda Ste. H131at Mountain View rd.Scottsdale, aZ 85258(480) 451-3447Mon–Fri: 6:30am-2:30pmSat & Sun: 7am-2:30pm

Fate Brewery 7337 e Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, aZ 85260(480) 994-1275Mon-thurs: 3pm–10pmFri-Sat: 11am–11pmSun: 11am–10pm

Hula’s Modern Tiki7213 e. First avenueScottsdale, aZ 85251(480) 970-4852Mon–thurs: 11am-12amFri: 11am-2amSat: 9:30am-2amSun: 9:30am-12am

K O’Donnell’s American Bar & Grill14850 n. northsight Blvd.480-922-7200Mon: 11am–11pmtue–Fri: 11am–1am, Sat: 10am–1amSun: 10am–11pm

Orange Table Restaurant7373 e. Scottsdale Mall480-424-68197am–3pm

Randy’s Restaurant7904 e. Chaparral rd.480-941-8419Mon–Fri: 6am–9pmSat: 6:30am–9pmSun: 7am–9pm

Rhyhm & Wine 7605 e. Pinnacle Peak rd.Scottsdale , aZ 85255(480) 478-6999Mon-Fri: 11:30am-9pmSat: 3pm-9:30pmSun: 3pm-8:30pm

Salty Seniorita’s 3636 n. Scottsdale rd.480-946-7258Mon–thu: 11am–1amFri–Sat: 11am–2amSun: 10am–1am

Soul Café7615 e. Pinnacle Peak rd.Scottsdale, aZ 85255(480) 515-6254Mon–Sun: 7:30am-2p.mtues–Sat: 7:30pm-9pm

Temple Bar Sports Grill17050 n. thompson Peak Pkwy.480-429-4520Mon–Sun: 11am–2am

Temptations Café8322 e. McDowell rd.480-947-2198Mon–Sat: 7:30am–3pm Sun: 7:30am–2pm

Terroir Wine Pub7001 n. Scottsdale rd.., #157480-922-3470Mon–thu: 11am–10pm, Fri–Sat: 11am–11pmSun: 1am–9pm US Egg3238 n. Scottsdale rd.480-947-73447 Days a Week: 6:30am–2:30am

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The Boathouse 5394 S. Lakeshore Drive 480-820-0660 Mon–Wed: 7am–10pm tue–Sat: 7am–2am Sun: 10am–5pm

Casey Moore’s Oyster House850 S. ash ave.480-968-9935Mon–Sun: 11am–2am*note: pooches are not allowed after 5pm Dos Gringos8000 S. Priest rd. 480-753-4577Mon–Sun: 11am–2am

House Of Tricks114 e 7th St.480-968-1114 Mon–Sat: 11am–10pm

Pier 54 5394 S Lakeshore Dr. 480-820-0660 Mon–Sat: 4pm–Close Sun: Closed

Pita Jungle 1250 e. apache Blvd. 480-804-0234 Mon–Fri: 10:30am–10pm Sat–Sun: 9am–10pm

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One on One

By Greg Winters, Owner of Personal Dog Training, Inc.

effectively socializing a dog that has issues interacting with other dogs is a process that requires structure, repetition and the right partners (dog/human). If a dog gets over

excited when it sees another dog, or wants to lunge, growl, or has issues when it actually gets to interact with them it is important to remember that touching is not the first step toward helping it learn how to interact well. Structuring positive interactions that help teach dogs the behavior we want is key. If your dog makes other dogs defensive you will need to recognized that and correct in real time. Excitement, lack of social experience, inability to read and pushing energy/contact can elicit defensive responses from other dogs and are the main reasons dogs can begin a path toward true aggressive behavior. Below are the steps to help structure interactions so you can begin to change the way your dog relates to other dogs. Look for good walking/interaction partners in your neighborhood so you can get in plenty of practice, teaching and repetition.

SteP One:Being and having the right partner(s) is key. If you and your potential interaction partner can’t both manage your dogs and get them to stay calmly at you side there is no need to move to the next step. There is no need to touch right away and especially until both dogs can be near each other in a relaxed state of mind. Take whatever time is needed to elicit the relaxation required. When dogs approach you during your walk it is OK to ask their owner to help you by not letting the dogs touch. Let them know you are training your dog and need their help. Even if they can never get their dog to relax it is still good practice for you. Remember you can’t control other people’s dogs but are expected to control and influence yours. You can start this process at a good distance and approach with a series of stops to check and see if your dog is still in charge/react mode.

SteP tWO:The next step is working/walking together. This allows the dogs to experience each other in a new way and start bonding. Make sure you and your partner walk in one line across and that your partner

is able to provide a controlled walk so the dogs can see you are all working together with the direction of us humans. At first keep the dogs on the outside until they start to conform to the walk. If you or your partner can not get the dogs to walk at your sides without trying to get to each other there is no need to move on to the next step or have them attempt to sniff each other. Once you are having a nice relaxed group walk you can do a walk sniff to help add some low level interaction that uses the dog’s natural sense of smell. Have one dog follow behind and allow them to sniff the dog walking in front. Make sure the dog sniffing has no tension on the leash when engaging their nose and showing curiosity. They are not allowed to get past the hips of the dog in front and the dog in front is not allowed to turn around. Switch positions and then go back to normal walking after both dogs have had a chance to sniff each other. Next try walking the dogs side by side with the humans on the outside as you maintain the control of the walk and lack of direct contact. If you are successful the dogs are starting to truly bond, be at ease and read each other.

SteP tHree: Once you and your partner are successful in completing steps one and two you are ready for some controlled touching on leash. This in some ways is the hardest part since it requires both owners to read both dogs and understand their interaction styles and cues. Is your dog a reader, basketball player or tackle football player? Remember a good interaction is a two way street and a football player should not just tackle a reader. When you allow the dogs to interact keep the leashes on and be careful to work together so you do not get crossed up. Provide short interactions with no tension on the leashes when the dogs are free to socialize. This will allow you read, correct and/or break off as needed. When you break off contact simply turn and move away without hesitation. If one dog is avoiding contact or turning away make sure to back them up with a correction if the second dog is not reading their cues so the first dog does not need to become defensive. Allow for a continuation after the correction to see if the second dog is getting the message to not push its energy onto the first. If they get physical look for a natural back and forth as well as stops and starts. If they are just clashing with no

give and take this can lead to things intensifying and someone throwing a punch. In this case both owners need to correct and see if they can bring the intensity down. Also be aware if one dog is too intense or physical (basketball vs football player) for the other and help it read the situation and adjust down by providing timely corrections. Integrate stops and breaks and end the session with some more walking if they do not totally relax around each other. Even the most physical player’s end up just sitting around with each other and relaxing a good portion of the time. Only after you and your partner have done these steps and interacted on-leash at least a couple of times can you allow them to socialize off-leash supervised. When they do socialize make sure to keep toys and food out of the mix since this can cause other issues not covered here.

greg wintersOwner of Personal Dog Training Inc.

Greg Winters is the owner of Personal Dog Training, Inc., and he has been helping people resolve behavior issues with their dogs for over ten years. He routinely donates his time to provide rescue organizations with staff training and adoption support services. Greg has appeared regularly on local Fox and CBS TV channels as a guest to promote responsible dog ownership and highlight dogs that are in need of adoption. In 2014, Greg relocated Personal Dog Training, Inc. to the Valley of the Sun.Personal Dog Training(480)625-0498Website: personaldogtraining.org

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okay, I will admit it. When I first saw a picture of a poodle all trussed up and dyed 10 different colors I immediately thought to myself… Why? But after a

while it started to grow on me. I started small; my Cocker Spaniel/Bichon Frise mix was going to come to a dog event with me, so I wanted her to stand out a little. Luckily I have a friend in the business! She said, “No problem!” I watched as little Sophie with her plain white coat was transformed into a pink and purple polka-dotted masterpiece within a matter of minutes. At the event Sophie got a tremendous amount of attention. Everyone wanted to say hi and pet her, which Sophie didn’t mind one bit! She soaked up all of the fawning over her creative grooming designs.

Yes, I am one of those people who likes to dress up her dog—I freely admit this!

There are a lot of us too! No harm, no foul. The only problem is that Sophie pouts in the corner when I dress her up, so this is a nice alternative for her. She doesn’t feel anything different like she does when she is wearing the clothes, but gets tons of positive attention—with, of course, the added bonus of being groomed more often as the colors fade. These dyes are formulated specifically for dogs and are non-toxic so you don’t have to worry about little Fluffy getting sick. You can also choose between semi-permanent and the temporary type that can be washed out in one bath,

whatever is your pleasure! Now, all of my pups get a little something extra when they go to the groomer.

Pretty much anything you can dream up can be done. Stencils help add that pretty bow and a splash of color and often times glitter for the girls, while a mohawk and a skull and crossbones is readily available for our boy fur-kids. Most of the color is applied using dye pens that the groomer simply blows into to transfer color onto your pup’s coat, although some have full on airbrush machines. There is even a national association for creative groomers and competitions held for groomers who specialize in doggy art. This industry is booming!

Lindsey Thomas, from The Pet Club Grooming Arrowhead and Avondale, is a local creative groomer. I asked her what her favorite part about creative grooming was. Of course she said the ability to combine two of her favorite things: art and dogs. Since Halloween is near we decided to have a little fun with my little ones! Some are more festive than others, but all of them look awesome and are ready for the upcoming holiday! Whether your cup of tea is a little feathering at the tail with some festive purple and orange, an awesome freehand sugar skull or pumpkin, or a full-on skeleton costume and mohawk, you can find something fun and new to spice up your dog’s next trip to the groomer.

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crazy Pit-Bull ladyrescue

(602) 663-7144thecrazypitbulllady

@gmail.comwww.crazypitbulllady.

weebly.com

Freedom tails rescue

(480) 688-6663www.freedomtails animalrescue.org

freedomtailsrescue@ gmail.com

HelPing orPHanedHounds

(602) 680-0713helpingorphanedhounds

@gmail.comwww.helpingorphaned

hounds.org

lost Paws: sterilization, education & rescue

(623) 396-8466thelostpaws @gmail.com

www.thelostpaws.org

PatHways Home animal rescue

(602) 481-3498Fluffies, Furries & [email protected]

tHe Pet Knot


Potato cHiPs rescue

(480) 213-0447potatochipspomeranian

[email protected]

rescue.com

roxy’s rescues


www.roxysrescues.com

sun valleyanimal sHelter

glendaleSun Valley Animal Shelter

7150 n. 110th avenue glendale, az 85307

(623) 872-7941www.sunvalleypets.org

underdog rescue


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Contact: BarkSide rescue(480) 526-1218 • [email protected]

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animal communicators

Isabel Dalton(661) 816-9647

[email protected]

auto

mesa Pyro’z MechanicAuto Mechanic

3918 e. Main St., Suite 107Mesa, aZ 85205(623) 396-9163

Vivid Customs Auto Paint & Body

3918 e. Main St., Suite 107Mesa, aZ 85205(623) 396-9163

dog ParKs

new river, just nortH oF antHemJackass acres K-9 Korral (Member Only Dog Park)

(623) 696-564243211 n. Old Black Canyon Hwy.

new river, arizona 85087

dog trainers

Diamonds In the Ruff K9 Education

Service Dog & Diabetic Dog training(623) 256-3164

Diamondsintheruffk9ed @yahoo.com

cave creeK Partners Dog

Training School(480) 595-6700

4640 e. Forest Pleasant Pl. Cave Creek, aZ 85331

www.partnersdogtraining.com

scottsdale & Paradise valleyDesert Dog Training

& Boarding(480) 332-0740

[email protected]

groomers

aHwatuKeeBella Lunas Pet Resort

(714) 403-27303820 e. ray rd., Suite 16

Phoenix, aZ 85044bellalunaspetresort

@gmail.com

Mobile Bird Grooming LLC(480) 208-7802

mobilebirdgrooming @gmail.com

www.mobilebird grooming.net

glendaleSee Spot Shop

3780 W. Happy Valley roadglendale, aZ 85310

(623) 594-0807www.seespotonline.com

scottsdale See Spot Shop

11291 e. Via Linda Ste. 146Scottsdale, aZ 85259


Home

Royal Home Inspectors L.L.C.Bruce LaBell, aCi

aSHi, Btr, Creia Certified602.765.2140

www.royalhomeinspectors.com

local Pet FriendlyBusinesses

AZ Solar Guyaaron Heimes,

Solar Consultant(602) 770-4986

www.aZSolarguy.com

Doterra Essential OilsLeslie Little

(602)[email protected]

www.mydoterra.com/lesliemlittle/

PHotograPHers

antHemDawn Hamm Photography

(602) 402-7466Dawnhammphotos

@yahoo.comwww.Dawnhamm photography.com

gilBertPawztography(480) 269-1322pawztography @gmail.com

www.pawztography.com

san tan valley

Dawn Allen Photography(480) 620-6750 [email protected] photoart.com

Pet sitters

scottsdaleApril’s Pet Care

Servicing n. Scottsdale& Surrounding areas


west valleyRoxanne’s Dog Walking

& Pet SittingServicing anthem & the West Side

[email protected]

Peace of Mind Pet Sitting(623) 256-3164Peaceofmind

[email protected]

Pet Boarding & doggy day care

mesa Happy Pets Palace

& Playground(480) 319-1960

1918 e. McKellips road, Mesa, aZ 85203

www.HappyPetsPalace.com

Pet Products

Pawzitive Products LLCMichaele thomas

480-338-2765www.pawzitiveproducts.com

[email protected]

Pet retailers

Fountain HillsSpike’s Treats

12645 n. Saguaro Blvd.,Ste,14 Fountain Hills, aZ 85268

(480) 634-4449www.spikestreats.com

scottsdaleSee Spot Shop

32531 n. Scottsdale rdScottsdale, aZ 85266


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