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RUFF WEAR PERFORMANCE DOG GEAR 561 NW York Drive Bend, Oregon888-783-3932 RuffWear.comEst. 1992

Philosophy/Mission: Ruff Wears mission is to build performance product to enhance and inspire outdoor adventures for dogs and their human companions. Ruff Wear encourages an active lifestyle for everyone with a four-legged friend stay t, healthy, and happy on a trail run, a day hike, or multi-day backcountry adventure. Ruff Wears Performance Dog Gear combines technology, quality, t, function, and safety to meet the needs of active and adventurous canines and their humans.

Ruff Wear offers a full line of innovative gear for dogs on the go, including dog packs, harnesses, apparel, protective paw wear, and dog otation devices.

MUFFINHEAD 503-902-1114 Muf nHeadDog.com

FUREVER PETS1902 NE Broadway St. Portland, OR503-282-4225 FureverPets.com

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The Animal Law Practice assists those confronted by, and seeking to resolve, all animal-related legal issues, through the e ective and

committed representation of Dr. Geordie Duckler, a nationally-known attorney with 23 years of specialized experience in the eld.

9397 SW Locust St. Tigard, Oregon 97223503-546-8052 www.animallawpractice.com

Geordie DucklerThe Animal Law Practice

ATTORNEYTHE ANIMAL LAW PRACTICE Proprietor: Geordie Duckler9397 SW Locust St. Tigard, OR 503-546-8052 AnimalLawPractice.com Est. 1987/2000

Philosophy/Mission: To preserve, protect and defend the human-animal bond, the rights of people about their animals, and to ensure that those facing adversity in the realm of animal-related legal issues have a voice.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: Ducklers practice handles hundreds of cases annually. He is a renowned trial attorney, speaker, educator, writer, and orator in many public and private forums, from Harvard University to National Geographic. He gained national and international attention representing Snowball the black-tail deer and his owner Jim Filipetti in 2008, when the trio took on the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Community Involvement, Special Notes: Duckler hails from a family of artists, and in his spare time paints and works in metal construction. He recently contributed his artistic talent to raise funds for the Childrens Trust of Oregon Foundation, which is dedicated to child abuse prevention.

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BETH ALLEN LAW 811 SW Naito Pkwy. Ste. 420 Portland, OR503-241-3103 BethAllenLaw.com

KARIN J. DEDONA1920 Broadway St. Vancouver, WA 360-696-1749

DENISE N. GORREL503-226-2966

STEVEN JOHNSON21825 SE Stark St. Gresham, OR 503-667-6789

DAVE MUNROThede Culpepper, Moore, Munro & Silliman LLP111 SW Fifth Ave. Portland, OR503-416-6160 ThedeCulpepper.com

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CUPCAKE JONESProprietors: Lisa Watson & Peter Shanky307 NW 10th Ave. Portland, OR503-222-4404 CupcakeJones.netEst. July 2007

Philosophy/Mission: Cupcake Jones is a labor of love for Oregon na-tives Lisa Watson and Peter Shanky. In the winter of 2002, on a weekend trip to Vancouver, B.C. Lisa and Peter saw the cutest little shop ever, called Cupcakes. After a few visits, they knew this was something Portland needed. Four and half years later, after a long search for the perfect location, lots of market research, months of work on a business plan, and lots of sleepless nights, they opened Cupcake Jones July 11, 2007. The ful llment of Lisas lifelong dream of owning her own business, Cupcake Jones is the namesake of her father, Robert Jones Watson. It is also a play on the popular slang term jonesin or having a jones, meaning something you really CRAVE! Lisa and Peter are working hard with their team of talented, creative bakers and the most fun & upbeat counter staff imaginable, to bring you the nest in service and quality found anywhere.

Community Involvement, Special Notes: Lisa and Peter are committed to giving back to their commu-nity through weekly donations to Blanchet House, a local agency providing housing, meals, jobs and aid to the homeless and others in need. Other bene ciaries have included numerous local schools, Camp Fire USA, Boys and Girls Club, animal shelters, and The Red Dress Party, which supports various agencies for the GLBT community, among oth-ers. Cupcake Jones is also committed to the environment. We recycle everything possible in our business. Even the paper towels used to dry hands all day get recycled. We use only non-aerosol cleaners, most of which are biodegradable. Being locally grown themselves, Lisa and Peter are committed to buying local whenever possible. Local owers, fruit, and ingredients are the cornerstone of our products.

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LAZY DOG CRAZY DOG8805 SE Stark St. Portland, OR503-477-7334 LazyDogCrazyDog.com

Get to know Lazy Dog Crazy Dog pg 26.

STAY PET HOTEL3606 NE Columbia Blvd. Portland, OR503-288-STAY (7829) StayPetHotel.com

HAPPY DOG BOARDING AND DAY CAMPPortland, OR503-550-2152 HappyDogPdx.com

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LEXI DOG BOUTIQUE & SOCIAL CLUBProprietor: Suzanne and LexiSW Macadam Ave. Portland 10th at Glisan in the PearlBridgeport Village LexiDog.com Est. 2002

Philosophy/Mission: Every Dog deserves to be spoiled. Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: LexiDog is all about spoiling your dog! We offer exceptional Social Club services like Daycare, Playgroups, and Parties. Our boutiques offer the best hand-picked assortment of necessities, wholesome foods, fresh bakery items, and an extensive selection of accessories for your spoiled dog!

Community Involvement: Looking for your perfect match? Lexi-Dog also fosters dogs for adoption all year long nding forever homes for wonderful dogs from Oregon Dog Rescue and the Oregon Humane Society. LexiDog and its staff hosts many fundraising activities, and partici-pates in rescue events whenever possible.

FUREVER PETS1902 NE Broadway St. Portland, OR503-282-4225 FureverPets.com

HIP HOUND610 NW 23rd Ave. Portland, OR503-841-5410 HipHoundPdx.com

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CATS IN THE CITY, LLCProprietors: Dr. Daniel Lioy-Ryan and Shawn Lioy-Ryan8105 SE 21st Ave. Portland, OR503-764-2322 CatsInTheCity.netEst. Nov 2006

Philosophy/Mission: Our purpose is to be the greatest little cat care center your family cat will ever know. We achieve this by providing outstanding care to cats while their people tend to other matters. We like to think of ourselves as your cats built-in support system: when you cant be there, We Can!

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: When you trust your cat is in good hands, you can truly focus on the matters taking you away. While kitty is in our care, its like he or she is with a trusted relative. Our boarding service provides a 14 SF master bed-room so your cat can stretch her legs and feel at home. Kittys room has a queen-sized bed, rocking chair, cat cubby, TV, 8-ft cat condo, and full-sized windows to view gardens and Crystal Creek. Smaller board-ing options available. We routinely care for cats with special needs. Were skilled at adminis-tering oral and topical medications, insulin injections, and subcutane-ous uids. Cat Grooming and cat sitting services also available.

Community Involvement: Were a part of the community and we see friends in need. Thats why we annually participate in an auc-tion for the Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon. You can support them too by visiting www.feralcats.com. We also contribute to the Cat Adoption Team. Many of their rescues have complimented us by using and refer-ring cat owners to our services.

Special Notes: Eliminate hairballs . . . The optimal digestive health of your cat can be reached with a proper grooming routine. Our cat-only grooming handles one cat at a time except those from the same household. We know how important it is to remove all loose hair while using only gentle methods that work for your cat to keep their fur and digestive tract healthy!

ARNOLD CREEK CAT RETREAT2020 SW Arnold St. Portland, OR503-892-2889 ArnoldCreekCatRetreat.com

MITTENS MOTEL6025 SE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR503-719-5636 MittensMotel.com

THE PARKWAY VETERINARY HOSPITAL3 Monroe Pkwy. Lake Oswego, OR503-636-2102 ParkwayVet.com

I 68 individual heated indoor/outdoor kennels (tours welcome!)I Playtime included with daily pet stay I Private Cattery

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Historic Vet Hospital Wins BigVonnie Harris Spot Magazine

s Portlands rst veterinary hospital (they celebrated their centennial birthday last year), Rose City Vet is an old and

loyal friend in the Northwest pet community. We are excited to have won in so many different categories and appreciate everyones votes, says Jasmine Bachrach, Hospital Manager.

The veteri-nary hospi-tal won 3rd place in the Cat Medical category, and placed in numer-ous others, proving to be a favorite for a variety of reasons. Dr. Craig Quirk placed 4th among Veterinarians, a huge honor considering the hundreds of vets who received votes in the 2012 Top Dog Awards. Rose City also placed 4th for Veterinary Practice, and in the top 10 for Cat Boarding, Medical Specialty, and Cremation/Memorial.

Rose Citys facility is a gorgeous remake of the much older clinic it replaced, ttingly hous-ing the hospitals

state of the art technology and highly trained, friendly staff dedicated to exceptional care. Their complimentary coffee and fresh baked cookies for both people and pets is a nice touch, too.

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DAYCAREDOGLAZY DOG CRAZY DOG8805 SE Stark St. Portland, OR503-477-7334 LazyDogCrazyDog.com

Get to know Lazy Dog Crazy Dog pg 26.

DOGS DIG IT1132 SE Salmon St. Portland, OR503-236-8222 DogsDigIt.net

HAPPY DOG BOARDING AND DAY CAMPPortland, OR503-550-2152 HappyDogPdx.com

DAYCARECATHOT DIGGITY! DOG WALKING & PET SITTINGProprietor: April Sunrise1631 NE Broadway St. Ste. 715 Portland, OR1722 NW Raleigh St. Ste. 215 Portland, ORServing ALL of Portland (and Seattle, Austin & Las Vegas)503-887-0086 HotDiggityPetSitting.comEst. 2000

Philosophy/Mission: Hot Diggity! believes that all people deserve to have the bene ts and rewards of having pets in their life without having to sacri ce personal exibility and freedom. We offer a diverse array of services to help cre-ate a personalized pet care solution so our clients can manage life in its entirety and still have a furry friend to come home to.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: Hot Diggity! offers the only Availability Guarantee in the pet sitting industry. Really. We are available for our clients any time, on any day, for any service. Guaranteed. We specialize in working with special needs and rescued pets. We are focused on truly professionalizing the pet care industry.

Community Involvement, Special Notes: In addition to working with numerous rescue groups, OFOSA (Oregon Friends of Shelter Animals), Guide Dogs for the Blind, and a plethora of other pet-related organizations, Hot Diggity! also supports dozens of local, community-based nonpro ts in the Portland area. From p:ear to CAP to Schoolhouse Supplies to Outside In, you will nd Hot Dig-gity! at the forefront of raising awareness and gaining support for both pet and human services in our community.

CATS IN THE CITY, LLC8105 SE 21st Ave. Portland, OR503-764-2322 CatsInTheCity.net

REIGNING PETS NORTHWEST25 NW 23rd Pl. Portland, OR503-799-2461 ReigningPetsNorthwest.com

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DIGNIFIED PET SERVICESProprietors: Michael Remsing & Randy Tjaden8976 SW Tualatin Sherwood Rd. Tualatin, OR 503-885-2211 Digni edPetServices.comEst. Oct 2000

Philosophy/Mission: Digni ed Pet Services is dedicated to providing high-quality aftercare for pet companions. We believe that people who lose a pet companion deserve the same care and compassion as those who experience a human loss. Signature Service/ Claim to Fame: The compassion with which we care for the families we are privileged to serve. Our annual Service of Remembrance held each November to honor those pet companions that have been lost. Community Involvement, Special Notes: Digni ed is ac-tive in giving back to the community, from helping support nonpro ts to sponsoring Art Workshops with DoveLewis for families who have experienced a loss.

FAMILY ANIMAL SERVICES17819 NE Riverside Pwky. Portland, OR503-665-8300 FamilyAnimalServices.org

OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY1067 NE Columbia Blvd. Portland, OR(503) 285-7722 OregonHumane.org

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BEAUTY FOR THE BEASTProprietor: Michael Shapiro3832 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR 503-288-52805215 N Lombard St. Portland, OR 503-283-0919 BeautyForTheBeast.comEst. 1993

Philosophy/Mission: We are ded-icated to providing the highest level of services, products and personal cus-tomer care to every one of our patrons. We realize each customer and pet has speci c needs, as a customer of ours and as a member of the community. Our goal is to provide an excellent experience for the individual to improve the quality of their lives individually, and to that of our community.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: Self Service Pet Washing, Professional Pet Grooming, Full Line of Dog and Cat Sup-plies including many Holistic and Specialty Foods. Also, Obedience Training, Anesthesia-Free Teeth Cleaning and Dog Daycare. Beauty for the Beast was the rst Self Service Pet Wash in Portland.

Community Involvement, Special Notes: Donations to many schools and organizations for fundraising drives. Donations of pet food to Esthers Pantry for pet owners living with HIV and AIDS.

PAWSITIVELY CLEAN3962 SE Hawthorne Blvd. Portland, OR503-232-5037 PawsitivelyClean.com

MUDDY PAWS DO IT YOURSELF DOGWASH, INC.13501 NE 84th St. Ste 101 Vancouver, WA360-254-9274

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DOGGIE DASHMay 12, 2012 at Waterfront Park in Portland, ORBene ts Oregon Humane SocietyProprietor: Sharon Harmon, Executive Director1067 NE Columbia Blvd. Portland, OR503-285-7722 OregonHumane.orgEst. 1868

Philosophy/Mission: To foster an environment of respect, responsibility and compassion for all animals through education, legislation and leadership. To care for the homeless, to defend the abused, and to ght with unrelenting diligence for recognition of the integrity of all animals.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: Founded in 1868, OHS is not af liated with any national animal organization (such as the Humane Society of the United States or the ASPCA) and received no tax dollars to operate the Northwests oldest and largest humane society. OHS found homes for more than 11,523 pets last year, investigated over 1,000 animal cruelty complaints, and brought humane educa-tion programs to nearly 13,000 Oregon youths.

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DOGTOBERFEST Sept. 24, 2012 at Lucky Lab Pub in Portland, ORBene ts DoveLewis Emergency Animal HospitalDoveLewis.org

PUG CRAWLMay 2012 in Portland, ORBene ts Oregon Humane SocietyOregonHumane.org

BARK IN THE PARKMay 2012 in Eugene, ORBene ts the Animals/Programs of Greenhill Humane SocietyGreen-Hill.org

FOODORIJENProprietor: Champion Petfoods11403-186 St. Edmonton, AB, Canada877-939-0006 ChampionPetFoods.comEst. 1975

Philosophy/Mission: Our mission is to make biologically appropriate dog & cat foods with fresh regional ingredients. Located in the heartland of the Canadian prairies known for its rich black soil, abundant fresh water and vast ranchlands, Champion is perfectly situated for easy access to Western Canadas nest ingredient all de-livered fresh daily from our trusted local suppliers.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: Cham-pion Petfoods is an award-winning, independent Canadian pet food maker with a reputation of trust spanning more than a quarter century. Our Biologically Appropri-ate TM philosophy represents a new standard of pet food designed to nourish dogs and cats according to their evolutionary adapta-tion to meat and protein-rich diets. Our ingredients are different too. We focus on sustainably raised local ingredients delivered to our door fresh, never frozen, passed t for human consumption standards and always preservative-free.

Our foods are made exclusively in our award-winning kitchens in Morinville, Alberta, Canada, and certi ed by the Government of Canada to meet every international pet food standard. It all starts with our genuine passion for dogs and cats. Its with our own pets in mind we designed ACANA & ORIJEN foods designed to keep our pets healthy, happy and strong.

WELLNESSWellnessPetFood.com

ACANAChampionPetFoods.comAcanas parent company is also the maker of #1 Top Dog Food, Orijen.

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Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: Saltys Dog & Cat Shop provides friendly service that focuses on customers and their pets. We consider everyone a neighbor.

Community Involvement, Special Notes: Saltys Dog & Cat Shop supports may local organizations. This past year Saltys made donations to Multnomah County Animal Services, DoveLewis, Oregon Humane Society, Fences for Fido, Lighthouse Farm Animal Sanctuary, Critter Folks, Hopes Haven, and Newberg Animal Shelter. Saltys Dog & Cat Shop is also involved with our local community, helping organize the annual Mississippi Ave. Street Fair and many other events in the district. Saltys also encourages people to shop local and support the businesses in their neighborhoods by being members of the Supportland Network.

BEAUTY FOR THE BEAST503-288-5280 BeautyForTheBeast.com

GREEN DOG PET SUPPLY503-528-1800 GreenDogPetSupply.com

HEALTHY PETS NORTHWEST971-222-2686 HealthyPetsNW.com

GROOMINGCATBEAUTY FOR THE BEASTBeautyForTheBeast.comSee complete profi le pg 9.


CATS IN THE CITY, LLC8105 SE 21st Ave. Portland, OR(503) 764-2322 CatsInTheCity.net

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Where every dog is treated like a show dog!

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SNIFF DOG HOTEL1828 NW Raleigh St. Portland, OR503-208-2366 SniffDogHotel.com

PLAY AND CHASE DOG CARE7660 SW Barbur Blvd. Portland, OR503-246-3647 PlayAndChase.com

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HOTEL MONACO Proprietor: 5th Avenue Suites Hotel506 SW Washington St. Portland, OR503-222-0001 Monaco-Portland.comEst. 2006

Philosophy/Mission: Each Kimpton Hotel has a distinct personality and soul of its own a story. The stories are varied and colorful; wine, literature, well-being, food, and archi-tecture to name a few. Each promises adventure, inspiration, and delightful surprises within the comfortable familiarity and style of the Kimpton Hotels brand.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: The 221 guestrooms of our luxury Portland hotel include a mix of one-bedroom suites, deluxe guestrooms and four grand suites. A whimsical palette of periwinkle, persimmon and espresso complements the modern furnishings and ame-nities, transporting you to a world of romantic, stylish comfort. Community Involvement, Special Notes: When it comes to social responsibility, Kimpton Hotels is all business. Kimptons commitment to social responsibility is evident at every level: local, national and global. This commitment to care permeates every aspect of Kimpton Hotels, beginning internally with employees at all Kimpton Hotels making a positive social and environmental difference in the commu-nity and the hospitality industry.

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LA QUINTA1-800-SLEEPLQ (753-3757) LQ.com

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SALTYS DOG & CAT SHOPProprietor: Nancy Fedelem4039 N Mississippi Ave. Portland, OR503-249-1432 SaltysDogShop.comEst. 2005

Philosophy/Mission: Saltys Dog & Cat Shop is North Port-lands local pet supply shop, lo-cated in the heart of N Mississippi Ave. We feature healthy, practical and affordable pet products and unique accessories to meet the needs of neighborhood dogs and cats. We focus on pet foods made from human-grade ingredients, free of wheat, corn and soy, with no llers or chemical preserva-tives. We also carry a wide selec-tion of canned and raw diets, eco-friendly toys, and local treats. 3

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PET S ITTERPORTLAND MUTT STRUT, LLCProprietor: Patricia McKinney6411 NE Broadway St. Portland, OR503-335-9889 PortlandMuttStrut.comEst. Jan 2009

Philosophy/Mission: Our goal is to care for, love and nurture your pets to ensure their safety and happiness. Our passion for pets comes through our profes-sional commitment, reliability, and dedica-tion to your furchilden.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: Due to our depth of animal handling experience and knowledge, we specialize in pets that may be challenging to other pet sitters. Many of our Animal Care Companions are volunteers at the Oregon Humane Society and other shelters, where we have trained and honed our animal handling skills. We take part in ongo-ing classes which enhance our knowledge so we can serve our clients with top notch skill and professionalism.

Community Involvement, Special Notes: Our involve-ment with several national and local animal welfare groups and shelters, such as the Oregon Humane Society and PAW Team (Portland Animal Welfare Team), is of utmost importance to all of us at Portland Mutt Strut.

HOT DIGGITY1631 NE Broadway St. Portland, OR503-887-0086 HotDiggityPetSitting.com

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Boarding . . . At Fidos Now Thats Fun!

Like our dogs, were not fans of cages. Your dog gets their own private den, which theyre only in

when theyre not running in the park or swimming their hearts out in our pool!

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Fidos Indoor Dog Park4949 SE 25th, Portland

503.477.9379

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Twice daily outdoor walks All-day park play with lobby breaks (no crates or dens!). Medication or special treatments

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Portland Metro

PORTLANDVista Pet Hospital3200 SW 87th 503.297.2218Free Nail Trim with surgery

Hayden Meadows Pet Clinic1210 N. Hayden Meadows Dr503.286.9155

SHERWOODCat Adoption Team14175 SW Galbreath 503.925.8903 Cats only

BEAVERTONCompanion Pet Clinic of Beaverton, LLC14292 A SW Allen Blvd 503.641.9151 $5 rabies vaccination

TIGARDH Tigard Animal Hospital13599 SW Pacific Hwy, Ste C503.684.3132Next day appt. Dog neuter $49; Dog spay $60 all weights

GRESHAM Companion Pet Clinic of Gresham, LLC2454 SE Burnside Rd503.489.1703$5 rabies vaccination

VANCOUVER Companion Pet Clinic of Salmon Creek800 NE Tenney Road, Suite 101360.546.0055Rabies vaccination required (just $5 with Coupon)

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PHOTOGRAPHYDAVID CHILDS PHOTOGRAPHY503-522-1252 DavidChildsPhotography.com

Philosophy/Mission: Your favorite times with your pet dont happen in a stu-

dio. Its when theyre outside playing with their best friends, running at the beach, hiking a favorite trail, at home in their doggie bed or hanging out in their favorite spot in the backyard. So well go where you and your pets love to be and capture moments that will bring a smile . . . and sometimes a tear . . . for years to come; moments that unleash all you love about your beloved.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: By using natural light as much as possible and photographing your pet in the places they love with the people they love to be with, were able to create photos that radiate your pets unique, special spirit.

Community Involvement, Special Notes: Photography can be a lifesaver for animals in need. David Childs Photography has donated thousands of hours over the last 10 years to Oregon Humane Society, Fences For Fido, PAW Team, Cat Adoption Team, Animal Rescue New Orleans, Pongo Fund, and many other great organizations.

FOUR-LEGGED PHOTOProprietor: Alicia Dickerson3820 NE 29th Ave. Portland, OR503-281-6222 FourLeggedPhoto.comEst. 2005

Philosophy/Mission: Your Best Friend . . . Forever. We capture your best friends spirit and create gorgeous photographic wall art for you to cherish forever. With top-of-the-line photography equipment, a full boutique studio in NE Portland and great pet-handling skills, your photos will sparkle with the unique personal-ity of your four-legged friend. Sessions include adults, children, families, dogs, cats and horses.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: Everyones new favorite is our Best Friend Collection, a 20x20 framed combination with nine 5x5 photos. Each photo captures a unique side of your pet: from the curl of the tail to an upside-down playful moment, to a soulful photo of just the eyes. Altogether, the framed piece delivers a heart-warming story of your pet.

Community Involvement, Special Notes: Four-Legged Photo regularly photographs seven long-term residents at Oregon Humane Society. We professionally print and hang the framed Lucky 7 photos at 10 locations around town and display them at fourleggedphoto.com. Most Lucky 7 animals have been waiting for homes for many months. We hope the photos help them nd their forever homes much quicker and help showcase the amazing variety of animals available at shelters everywhere.

H2MEYER PHOTOGRAPHY503-987-0426 H2Meyer.com

LARA BLAIR IMAGES360-834-4814 LaraBlairImages.com

Meet Lulu BelleAge: 7 years

Breed: Dachshund & Dogue de Bordeaux (French Masti )

Pack: Nubia Rodriquez & Marsha James

Stomping Grounds: Beaverton, Oregon

Loves: Long walks, gutting stu ed toys, being silly, sleep-ing under the covers. Lulu also loves her Chihuahua sister Cricket, her cats, and Nibblet the pot bellied pig.

Doesnt Love: Baths, nail trims, food poachers.

Special things about Lulu: She is cute, friendly and loyal. She drools when shes excited and shakes when shes worried.

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WONDER PUPPYProprietor: Casey Newton, CPDT-KA1500 NW 18th Ave. Ste. 117 Portland, OR503-697-PUPS (7877) Wonder-Puppy.comEst. 2009

Philosophy/Mission: Wonder Puppys mission is for puppyhood to be easy, fun, and successful. It is our goal to give every puppy and puppy parent the right start to building a healthy and happy relationship.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: Wonder Puppy is a one-stop-shop for everything you need before and after getting a puppy, specializing in early socialization and clicker training. Wonder Puppy recently received national recogni-tion by the Association of Pet Dog Trainers for winning the Dr. Robert Curran Newtrix Video Award 2011.

Community Involvement/Special Notes: We support local nonpro ts such as Pixie Project and Paws to Freedom, and also support local dog trainers by hosting opportunities for continuing education.

DOGPAW13504 NE 84th St. Vancouver, WA888-899-0025 ClarkDogPaw.org

STAY PET HOTEL3606 NE Columbia Blvd. Portland, OR503-288-STAY (7829) StayPetHotel.com

LUCKY LAB

Lucky Labrador Brew Pub915 SE Hawthorne Blvd. Portland, OR503-236-3555 Est. 1994

Lucky Labrador Public House7675 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR503-244-2537 Est. 2002 Lucky Labrador Beer Hall1945 NW Quimby St. Portland, OR503-517-4352 Est. 2006

Lucky Labrador Tap Room1700 N Killingsworth St. Portland, OR 503-505-9511 Est. 2010LuckyLab.comProprietors: Gary Geist and Alex Stiles Philosophy/Mission: Proud to provide casual brewpubs where people can enjoy quality beer and food for an affordable price in an unpretentious atmosphere. Community Involvement/Special Notes: Lucky Lab part-ners with DoveLewis, helps raise money for the Community Cycling Center, and produces Solar Powered Beer using solar-heated water.

AMNESIA BREWING832 North Beech St. Portland503-281-7708 AmnesiaBrew.com

MCMENAMINS PUBS AND BREWERIES503-223-0109 McMenamins.com

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FAMILY DOGS NEW LIFE SHELTERProprietor: Tasha Giacomazzi9101 SE Stanley Ave. Portland, OR503-771-5596 FamilyDogsNewLife.orgEst. 2004

Philosophy/Mission: Family Dogs New Life Shelter is a no-kill dog shelter devoted to rescuing and re-homing needy dogs regardless of age, breed or history. We believe all dogs deserve a second chance at a new life.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: Our Piteos! What is a Piteo? An adorable video featuring an adoptable Pit Bull! We all know that Pitties get a bad rap, making it so much harder to nd adoptive families for these wonderful dogs. Here at Family Dogs New Life we believe that Pit Bull Terriers deserve to nd homes just as much as any other dog, and we hope our Piteos will help shine a little spotlight on these misunderstood dogs. Its our chance to show off the extraordinary personalities of our Pitties!

Community Involvement, Special Notes: We are here for dogs who have no other options. This includes dogs other shelters dont have space for, long-term residents who have run out of time, and dogs other shelters may consider unadoptable. We take in dogs from animal control agencies and humane societies in Oregon and Washington. We also work with smaller rescue groups across the country and a limited number of owner-surrendered pets. Family Dogs works on matchmaking our dogs with their adopt-ers. We will only introduce you to dogs we are comfortable will be a good match for both you and the dog. Our shelter is unique in that we do not house our dogs in kennels or dog runs, but in large play groups or packs from 8-20 dogs. Since Family Dogs began in 2004 we have placed over 8000 dogs into permanent homes. Fam-ily Dogs believes in community, and we hope, with your help, we will continue reducing the number of dogs euthanized each year. Together we can make a difference.

OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY1067 NE Columbia Blvd. Portland, OR503-285-7722 OregonHumane.org

PIXIE PROJECT510 Martin Luther King Blvd. Portland, OR503-542-3432 or 3433 PixieProject.org

TIN SHED GARDEN CAFEProprietors: Janette Kaden & Christie Grif n1438 NE Alberta St. Portland, OR503-288-6966 TinShedGardenCafe.comEst. Feb 2002

Philosophy/Mission: To cook really tasty food in a warm and unpretentious environment, and to have authentic interactions with our guests.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: We were named one of the best breakfasts in America by PBS.

Community Involvement, Special Notes: Janette founded The Urban Farm Collective, whose mission is to make healthy, local food available to people of all income levels. Mernas passion has gone to the dogs she volunteers at Oregon Humane Society.

LUCKY LAB503-236-3555 LuckyLab.com

ON DECK SPORTS BAR910 NW 14th Ave. Portland OR503-227-7020 OnDeckSportsBar.com

10 years old and gone to the dogsMeryl Lipman Spot Magazine

ortlands Tin Shed Caf celebrates its 10th anniversary this month and a win for best pet-friendly restaurant in Spots Top Dog Awards. The iconic NE Alberta Street restaurant has long welcomed dogs to its heated, covered patio, and its pooch menu offering chicken, hamburger and garden burger dishes. Last fall Tin Shed also began selling dog bandanas as a fundraiser for Oregon Humane Society, where Tin Shed manager Merna Marriott volunteers. If a dog arrives wearing his bandana, he gets 50% off the dog menu. Now thats a reason for dogs and their people to celebrate!

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KERRY RYANDog Adventures Northwest, Wonder Puppy Proprietor: Kerry Ryan, CPDT-KA503-307-8087 DogAdventuresNW.comEst. 2011

Philosophy/Mission: Dog Adventures Northwest provides off-leash adventures for dogs in the Portland metropolitan area by Portlands Top Dog Trainer.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: Dog Adventures Northwest is committed to giving your dog not only much-needed physical exercise, but also ridiculous amounts of fun. All excursions are catered to our particular adventurers, but most trips include hours of dashing though meadows, zig-zagging around trees and boulders, leaping through the waves of the Columbia, swimming the Sandy, practicing the (really!) important skill of off-leash recall, and playing all sorts of goofy puppy games like fetch, keep-away, and chase.

Community Involvement, Special Notes: Led by certi ed dog trainer Kerry Ryan, Dog Adventures Northwest is the only Portland off-leash dog company that not only offers proper breed-speci c exercise, but also positive reinforcement training by a nationally recognized trainer. Rest assured that while you are busy at work or at home, your pup is having the time of his or her life while also developing essential off-leash skills.

JOYCE BIETHANJoyces Unsinkable Dogs15 Minutes from both the I-5 and I-205 Bridges206-819-7297 JoycesDogs.com

OREGON COASTOregon Coast Visitors Association541-574-2679 VisitTheOregonCoast.com

CANNON BEACH, ORCannonBeach.org

BEND, ORVisitBend.com

VACATION DESTINATIONS

THE PARKWAYVETERINARY HOSPITALProprietor: Gregg Takashima, DVM3 SW Monroe Pkwy. Ste. Y Lake Oswego, OR503-636-2102 ParkwayVet.comEst. 1986

Parkway Vet : A Favor i te wi th Cat LoversKennedy Morgan Spot Magazine

iving up to its distinction earned in 2010s Top Dog Awards, Parkway Veterinary Clinic was a strong winner

again this year. This versatile and cutting-edge practice ranked highly among Northwest cat lovers, winning 1st Place in Cat Medical, 2nd Place in Cat Grooming, and 4th in Cat Boarding. Voters also bestowed Parkway with a presti-gious 2nd Place for Veterinary Practice.

Spot readers are obviously onto something; Parkways Dr. Gregg Takashima, owner of Parkway, received the 2011 Veterinarian of the Year award by the American Animal Hospital Association.

Parkways philosophy is grounded on the strong belief in the human-animal bond and that the relationship ben-efi ts both human and animal. The team at this full-service hospital strives to pair top-line medical care with genuine compassion.

Parkway is thrilled with its great standing with Spot read-ers two years in a row. In addition to the rankings men-tioned, Parkway also placed 5th for Dog Grooming, and in the top 7 for Rehab / Sports Medicine.

Philosophy/Mission: To enhance and nurture the Human-Animal connection by providing the ultimate patient and client experience while delivering the highest standards of excellence in veterinary medicine and service.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: We live by our core values of Sensitivity, Compassion, Competency, Professionalism, Teamwork, Honesty and Loyalty. Keeping our actions and thoughts in line with our values, having concern for the needs of our clients, patients, staff and business, and the commitment and knowledge to meet those needs. The longevity of our staff members gives us the opportunity to know our clientele well and it feels like a big family.

Community Involvement, Special Notes: Our practice sup-ports many local and national animal related charities such as Project Pooch, The Delta Society, Cat Adoption Team, Oregon Humane Society. Our staff members volunteer thousands of hours each year at local charities such as Guide Dogs for the Blind, Paci c Pug Rescue, New Avenues for Youth, Legacy Childrens Hospital, Union Gospel Mission, Feral Cat Coalition, Companion for Independence, City of LO summer concerts, and our local little league. Dr. Takashima is also the immediate past president for the American Animal Hospital as well as the US Delegate for the World Small Animal Veterinary Association, and the 2011 Oregon Veterinarian of the Year. His in uence has made The Parkway Veterinary Hospital a leader in its eld.

MT TABOR VETERINARY CLINIC4246 SE Belmont St. Portland, OR 503-200-5555 MtTaborVetCare.com

ROSE CITY VETERINARY HOSPITAL809 SE Powell Blvd. Portland, OR 503-232-3105 RoseCityVet.com

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GREEN DOG PET SUPPLYProprietors: Christine and Mike Mallar4327 NE Fremont St. Portland, OR 503-528-1800 GreenDogPetSupply.comEst. 2004

Philosophy/Mission: Green Dog Pet Supply specializes in environmentally-friendly pet supplies and gifts for dogs, cats and their people.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: We carry a variety of prod-ucts that include locally-made items that dont travel as far, using fewer fossil fuels and supporting the local economy, as well as products made from sustainable, recycled ma-terials, and extra durable goods less likely to be land- lled. Products made from organic materials and ingredients and handmade and fair trade products. Nutrition is also vitally important to us, and we are constantly reading, researching and discussing food-related health issues. We love helping customers support their pets health and longevity from the inside, and to help them to connect with holistic health practitioners in the community. Christines New Years resolu-tions are to do more nutrition lectures and provide more articles on various topics for our customers.

Community Involvement: We try to support as many local businesses as we can, as well as raise funds for and donate products to local charities. For example, for the past 5 years weve donated to Meals on Wheels about 200 lbs of dog and cat kibble each month. We also coordinated a food drive for Pongo Fund (96 bags!) Our customers donated 66 bags, we donated 10, and we got our distribu-tor and food company to donate 10 bags each thanks, Great Life!). We organized a Christmas photo shoot to bene t Fences for Fido,

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HEAL ANIMAL MASSAGE THERAPYProprietor: Rubi SullivanAddress: Mobile, and at Cascade Summit Veterinary Hospital, Parkway Veterinary Hospital, Paws Aquatics, Pearl Animal Hospital, Rose City Veterinary Hospital and Sniff Dog Hotel 503-380-4487 HealNW.comEst. 2006

Philosophy/Mission: To provide the best support for animals in their lifelong health and well-being. Specializing in rehabili-tation and geriatric pets.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: My loyal clients! You have all been so wonderful and de nitely my claim to fame! A huge thank you to all of you. Basic Dog Massage for Owners class offered at locations around town. This class is great for bonding and helps you keep a close eye on your best friends changing body.

Community Involvement, Special Notes: Instructor with the Northwest School of Animal Massage. Volunteer work throughout the community for local and national nonpro ts, including New Avenues for Youths Pet Care Program, Guide Dogs for the Blind, Pixie Project, Oregon Humane Society, DoveLewis, The Pongo Fund and Project POOCH.

NANCY CURRAN, DVMTwo Rivers Veterinary Clinic3808 N. Williams Ave. Portland, OR503-280-2000 TwoRiversVet.com

BECCA SEITZThrive Acupuncture3701 SE Milwaukie Ave. Portland, OR971-285-4825 ThriveAcupuncture.org

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PAWS AQUATICS CANINE SWIM CENTERProprietor: Diane Kunkle, CVT, RVTMilwaukie, OR971-244-2227 PawsAquatics.comEst. 2009

Philosophy/Mission: Paws Aquatics mission is to provide a safe, pleasurable swim-ming experience for dogs and their people. We also assist in low-impact rehabilitation of dogs recovering from surgeries, injuries, and aging mobility problems. Paws Aquatics works closely with referring veterinarians to support and enhance their treatment plans.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: Paws Aquatics offers both therapeutic and fun swims for your dog in a safe, private, spa-like environment. Diane, a licensed veterinary technician, saw the need for and opened Paws Aquatics in 2009. Now, 80-100 dogs use the pool weekly. Diane, along with her caring and knowledgeable assistants, Rachel Klein and Jaime Rosier, will work with your dog in the pool. Healthy, injury-free dogs are welcome to swim and play unassisted.

Community Involvement, Special Notes: Four years ago Diane joined Cascade Dock Dogs and through that community was introduced to and supports Chase Away K9 Cancer, which helps fund canine cancer research studies. Diane also works closely with Golden Bond Rescue, providing swim therapy when needed.

BACK ON TRACK VETERINARY REHABILITATION CENTER 9045 SW Barbur Blvd. Portland, OR503-546-8995 BackOnTrackVetRehab.com

JOYCES UNSINKABLE DOGS15 Minutes from both the I-5 and I-205 Bridges206-819-7297 JoycesDogs.com

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HEALTHY PETS NORTHWEST7642 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 971-222-2686 2224 NE Alberta St. Portland, OR 503-246-65711736 SE Hawthorne Blvd. Portland, OR 503-236-8036HealthyPetsNW.com

MEAT FOR CATS AND DOGS2205 E. Burnside St. Portland, OR503-236-6971 MeatForCatsAndDogs.com

THE HEALTHY PET2777 Friendly St. Eugene, OR541-343-3411 TheHealthyPet.com

o Bodywork, osteopathy, and acupuncture o Personalized rehabilitation exercise and therapies o Diagnosis and treatment of complex pain issues o Education and advice to determine the best route of careo Caring, compassionate communication o Over 10 years of experience and 1000s of lives improved

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super-duo in treating ill and injured animals.

Kunkle, a licensed vet tech, welcomes clients to the spa and pool in her Milwaukie home. Her clients come for rehab, but also fun swimming and dock diving.

Sullivans business is thriving too, and it shows shes been the Top Dog in her eld since the Awards began in 2008. Heal operates out of vet clinics, businesses, and client homes; Sullivan also visits daycare/boarding facilities, where massage reduces stress and promotes circulation.

Get to know Rubi Sullivan and Diane Kunkle intimately next month when Spot follows their (success) story with 9-year-old, 8-pound Sophie.

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SPECIALTY MEDICALVCA NORTHWEST VETERINARY SPECIALISTSCritical Care Blood Bank16756 SE 82nd Dr. Clackamas, [email protected] VCANWVS.comEst. 1991

Philosophy/Mission: To provide medical and surgical excellence with honesty, respect and compassion.

Signature Services: For over 20 years, VCA Northwest Veterinary Specialists (VCA NWVS) has worked in partnership with local primary care veterinarians to provide the highest level of specialty & emergency care for pets. VCA NWVS has board-certi ed specialists in the respec-tive disciplines of surgery, internal medicine, oncology, ophthalmology, neurology & imaging. Emergency and critical care doctors are present 24 hours a day to provide walk-in urgent care as well as advanced moni-toring and support for those patients with serious illnesses.

Community Involvement/Special Notes: The pet popula-tion of Portland is rapidly growing; shortages of canine blood products exceed even those faced in human medicine. NWVS Critical Care

Blood Bank was established in January 2006 to provide the highest quality canine and feline blood products in order to meet the increasing needs of the critically ill and injured animals of the Portland area. Working in partnership with VCA NWVS staff and the Northwest primary care veterinary commu-nity, the Critical Care Blood Bank is a vital component in providing the most comprehensive and up-to-date veterinary medical care available in the region. To see if your dog can be a blood donor, please visit www.vcaNWVS.com or contact VCA Northwest Veterinary Specialists (NWVS) at 503-656-3999 or [email protected].

DOVELEWIS1945 NW Pettygrove St. Portland, OR503-228-7281 DoveLewis.org

CASCADE VETERINARY REFERRAL CENTER11140 SW 68th Pkwy. Tigard, OR503-684-1800 CascadeVRC.com

VCAnwvs.com Phone: 503-656-3999 Fax: 503-557-867216756 SE. 82nd Drive, Clackamas, OR 97015

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Our state-of-the-art facility combined with our specialty-trained doctors and technicians has made NWVS one of the most recognized pet health care providers in the Northwest. NWVS partners with your primary care veterinarian to help her provide health care at the highest level. So, should your pet ever have an emergency or unresolved condition, ask your primary care veterinarian about specialty care. Then ask for Northwest Veterinary Specialists.

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are also inventing a new language for their industry. For example, tommy and taddy, meaning temporary mommy and daddy, refers to them and their eight employees. The McClellans maintain the philoso-phy that a dog is more than a family member. Says Jackie, We treat our dogs like theyre somebodys kids. Like theyre our kids.

Their innovation and dedication are apparent upon entering the Mon-tavilla facility. Cheery yellow, raspberry and espresso-colored walls and high ceilings lend an open feel to the 5000 SF play room. As 35 dogs cavort in two areas, the adjacent fenced lazy corner offers cots and quiet space while allowing resting dogs to observe the fun.

After an initial two-hour evaluation, the McClellans and their employ-ees, many of them PCC vet tech students, place each dog in a group according to play style. We strive to maintain a peaceful kingdom, a balance in energy levels, says Jackie. We have dogs who play non-stop and dogs who play intermittently.

Pete and Jackie came to Portland in 2009 with two dogs and a host of pet rats via Hong Kong, where they were teachers. They had also lived in Australia; she says her eldest pet rat traveled in all three countries, to the chagrin of a few customs of cials. The human/canine/rodent

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family arrived in the Northwest Portlandia-style, in a VW bus that serendipitously broke down near their current facility at SE 88th and Stark Streets. We looked at the whole city but we fell in love with the Montavilla neighborhood, says Jackie.

Having fostered, boarded and rescued dogs in Hong Kong, the 30-something couple opened their P-Town business in November 2009 and rapidly outgrew their rst location. We have customers from the whole metro area and beyond, says Jackie, who hopes the structure, care and consistency at Lazy Dog Crazy Dog is obvious to her clients.

In addition to day care, the facility provides overnight boarding, also with a twist. Dogs can stay in 6x5 private suites, or they can sleep in group areas with their doggie friends. Additionally, dogs social-ized to sleep with people can sleep in a bedroom, even in a bed, with the night tommy or taddy. We are pretty adept at matching the dogs sleeping needs with one of our different sleeping arrange-ments, says Jackie.

One such canine was Amber, Linda Dixons three-year old Lab-Feist mix. Likely abused by her previous owner, Amber had never slept with a person in bed before trying it out at Lazy Dog Crazy Dog. Amber has also attended day care these past 18 months. Originally reactive to other dogs, Amber has gotten very social there, says Dixon. They have helped her come around and she has learned how to play.

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VETERINARIANCOURTNEY ANDERS, DVMPearl Animal Hospital1250 NW 10th Ave. Portland, OR503-954-3393 PearlAnimalHospital.comPracticing in Portland since 2002

Philosophy/Mission: My mission is to ensure that my patients live the longest, healthiest, and happiest lives possible. I do this by working with and educating clients to become partners in their pets health care. I also believe in being proactive and I emphasize wellness care in order to prevent health issues. For example, testing concerns such as heartworms as part of routine wellness care, as they pose risks for long-term and potentially fatal complications. I work with owners to manage weight, including appropriate activities and joint supplements, if appropriate, to maintain quality of life in breeds prone to arthritis.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: I love dentistry! A recent dental procedure uncovered a painful hidden abscess in a Labrador Retriever. After xing the tooth, the dog, who the family thought was getting old, showed a jump in energy. Such reports are common during dental follow-up appointments, and I love to hear them.

As January wore on,Baxters resolution toeat healthy startedto waver....Fortunately, exams at Pearl Animal Hospital include weigh-ins, dietary consultations, and the support pets need to stay fit and trim, all year round.

1250 NW 10th AvenuePortland, OR 97209(503) 954-3393pearlanimalhospital.com

Community Involve-ment, Special Notes: I am a board member at DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital. I have volunteered to spay/neuter cats at Feral Cat Coalition, and am an active member of PVMA (Portland Veteri-nary Medical Association).

KRISTIN SULIS, DVMMt. Tabor Veterinary Clinic4246 SE Belmont St. Portland, OR 503-200-5555 MtTaborVetCare.com

LOUISE MESHER, DVMAt Home Veterinary Services16869 SW 65th Ave. Ste #396 Portland, OR503-281-1631 PdxHomeVet.com

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PEARL ANIMAL HOSPITALProprietor: Courtney Anders, DVM1250 NW 10th Ave. Portland, OR503-954-3393 PearlAnimalHospital.comEst. 2008

Philosophy/Mission: Our mission is to keep our patients healthy and happy, to practice the highest quality medical care with genuine compassion in a safe and comfortable environment, and to provide an exceptional educational experience for our clients at every visit. The special bonds we have with our own pets are our motivation to fulfi ll this mission.

Claim to Fame/Signature Product or Service: Pearl Animal Hospital provides exceptional customer and patient service. Our staff is genuinely caring, and we provide personal-ized report cards after every appointment to detail exam fi ndings and provide further recommendations for pet health. We provide detailed follow-up care with personalized emails and phone calls. We love our patients and clients, and we try to delight them like Spank and his owner who just emailed and thanked us for the amazing care and attention Spank received . . . Pearl Animal Hospital is the best pet resource in Spanks entire 8 years of life seriously!

Community Involvement, Special Notes: You are likely to see familiar Pearl Animal Hospital faces at many local pet events as we like to be out and about in the community as much as possible. We also host our own events such as stuffed-animal surgery and photography for kids and our annual First Thursday anniversary party featuring local artists Jennifer Mercede and Michael Rausch. We believe in keeping our community pet friendly and clean by sponsoring pet waste stations. In addition, we are huge fans and supporters of local nonprofi t adoption groups and provide free exams for shelter adoptees.


NORTH PORTLAND VETERINARY HOSPITAL3000 N. Lombard St. Portland, OR503-285-0462 NorthPortlandVet.com

Compassion and CareKennedy Morgan Spot Magazine

rum roll please . . . And now, the Top Dog in two major categories Veterinarian and Veterinary Practice. And the

award goes to . . . Dr. Courtney Anders and Pearl Animal Hospital!

Congratulations Spot readers spoke loud and clear and the veteri-nary pearls of The Pearl came out shining. Participation was up in this fourth year of the Top Dog awards, which meant stiffer competition. Clearly the hospital and doctors hard work, dedication, and mission mean a lot to the pet community.

As most pet owners know, what we dont know scares us and some-times what we do know or learn scares us more. The great team who gets it at Pearl Animal Hospital provides information and genuine compassion, which can make the difference that matters.

Perhaps it is a practical philosophy, a way of doing business that boosted the hospital to #1. Namely, helping clients understand whats going on, what options are available, and why one might be bet-ter than another, all the while showing kindness for the animal and owner.

Nestled on NW 10th, this gem of a practice is open six days a week. On staff, in addition to Dr. Anders, are two associate veterinarians, Dr. Williams and Dr. Lord, along with support personnel. Their experience and interests are vast, and the clinic website has lots of helpful nug-gets of information including local links worth bookmarking.

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