Whether you’re new to Central Oregon or you’ve been in the area a while, knowing the laws surrounding pets is never a bad thing to review. Here are some answers to common questions pet owners have. Do I need to keep my dog on a leash? Within city limits, yes. The cities of Bend, Redmond […]
Hobie, a 150-pound brindle English Mastiff, lumbers slowly down the hallway of Aspen Ridge Memory Care as Johnny Cash’s “Ring of Fire” drifts from an entertainment room filled with a dozen or so elderly residents suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or other memory loss. Hobie’s handler, Jennifer Horsman, leads him by leash, keeping him close. […]
With parks, trails and pubs where our four-legged friends are welcomed with open arms, there’s no doubt Central Oregon is a pet-friendly community. Most people get dogs with the best of intentions, but not everyone knows how to train them. Here, a local breeder and trainer offers some tips. Source Weekly: What age should a […]
There’s no doubt that Bend is a dog town. But did you know that Bend is also home to the largest reptile store in the state of Oregon? Founded and owned by Jeff Jensen, The Reptile Zone has been in operation for 11 years as of January. “I started out when I was about 9 […]
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “Adopt, Don’t Shop”—a reminder to us humans that plenty of existing pets out there need a good home. Here, Central Oregonians talk about the many ups, and the occasional downs, of adopting and/or “rescuing” their pets from a shelter. Pets: Stella, adopted from Brightside Animal Center, Redmond; Ruby, adopted from […]
From giant sled pullers to tiny dogs dedicated to searching out rats, adventure and outdoor dogs come in all shapes and sizes. Here’s a look at outside dogs and the pursuits that can suit them best. Sled dogs Sled dogs are immortalized each year in the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, pulling their mushers hundreds […]
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