Showing posts with label dogs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dogs. Show all posts

Veteran's dog missing in Shoreline

Friday, October 7, 2016

A veteran from Yakima was in Shoreline with his wife and dog, staying with local friends in the Richmond Highlands neighborhood while he went for treatment at the VA Hospital.

While they were at a doctor's appointment, their German Shepard disappeared from their friend's yard.

The dog is female, two years old, and last seen was wearing a purple collar and American Flag kerchief. She is not chipped. She answers to her name - Bailey Boo.

The veteran, who served in Iraq, is both an Army and Navy veteran. He is being treated for injuries from his tour in Iraq.

He has returned to his home in Yakima.

Local veterans and neighborhood groups have volunteered to spread the word and follow up on leads. A German Shepard was sighted twice in the Shoreline Community College area, but search groups were unable to locate her.

If any one sees this dog call Brianna at 509-952-4179.

There is a reward being offered.



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Not your usual fire call: dog in drain

Saturday, September 10, 2016

Dr. Kristin Sham DVM, with Oreo
Animal Surgical Clinic
By Shoreline Fire Lieutenant 
Cameron Stewart

I was called by dispatch via the station phone and asked if we could help someone who had a dog's paw stuck in a bathtub drain. I told dispatch we would go take a look.

When we arrived we had a small 10-15 pound dog that had its back paw stuck in the shower drain.  

Driver Darrel Nahinu and Firefighter Josh Psillos worked to get the dog’s paw unstuck. We quickly realized that this was going to be a lot less work if we could get the dog sedated. I Googled some local vet phone numbers and started calling.

Driver Darrel Nahinu and Firefighter Joshua Psillos
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
After I had been turned down by a few vets I called Shoreline Fire PIO Michelle Pidduck and asked if she could help me work the phones to get someone to help us.

Within 10 minutes she had a vet from the Animal Surgical Clinic on 148th and 15th NE on the way.

In the meantime I knew that Steve Carter (our facilities guy) was at Station 63 doing work. I called him and asked if he could bring tools, and see if we could glean some of his wisdom.

Well, the vet showed up, sedated the dog, and E63 was able to get the drain out of the tub while the dog slept.

Dr. Kristin Shaw and Nurse Jenny Dunn
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
The Vet took the dog to the clinic to make sure that it was going to be ok.

When we asked the vet about the bill, and how we could pay for it, she said it was FREE!!!!

Big thanks to Dr. Kristin Shaw and Nurse Jenny Dunn and a first day student assistant from Munich (not a normal first day!)

They were so caring and willing and would not take a dime. This is not their “normal”, but we tried everything first.

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Oreo's owner, Freddie Mahinan, added "Words can't express how grateful I am, including my 12 year old son. Your work, your heart and efforts need to be known throughout the communities.

"Oreo is doing fine. He's a little loopy from the medication but seems really eager to play.

"I'm pretty sure that Oreo is going to be terrified of baths though!"



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Seniors for seniors at Seattle Humane Aug 19-21 with no adoption fees

Tuesday, August 16, 2016


In honor of National Senior Citizens Day, Seattle Humane is offering people 60 years and older discounts on senior pet adoptions, Friday, August 19 through Sunday, August 21.

"Seniors for Seniors" features no adoption fee for cats and dogs 7 years and older.

From no more puppy teething to already house-trained to a fondness for cat naps, there are many reasons why senior pets make the best companions. Read 10 reasons why adopting a senior dog or cat is the quickest way to integrate a loving new companion into your home.

View available pets online at seattlehumane.org or come visit them in person in Bellevue at 13212 SE Eastgate Way near the junction of I-90 and I-405.

Seattle Humane is open seven days a week, from 11am to 8pm Thursday - Saturday, and 11am to 6pm Sunday - Wednesday.

All Seattle Humane pets are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated.



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Seattle Humane: keep your furry friends safe from the heat

Friday, August 12, 2016

Information courtesy Seattle Humane

From Seattle Humane

With temperatures soaring into the 80's, Seattle Humane reminds pet owners to keep their furry friends safe from the heat. Do not leave your pet in your vehicle. Even at 70 degrees, the interior of a car can rise to 160 degrees in less than five minutes. Parking in the shade with the windows cracked is also dangerous.

Your pet’s foot pads contain sweat glands that help keep him cool, and the feet are particularly vulnerable to hot surfaces. Sidewalks, pavement, sand, and especially black asphalt can reach blistering temperatures in direct sunlight and cause nasty burns on your pet’s feet.

Signs of burned foot pads include:

• Limping or refusing to walk
• Foot pads appearing darker in color than usual
• Raw, red or blistered foot pads
• Licking or chewing on the feet

Take preventative measures and protect your pet’s feet by walking your pet earlier in the day before the sun heats things up. You can also walk on grassy paths or shady areas. Water play is refreshing but take steps to keep your pet safe! Tender foot pads softened from prolonged water exposure can burn more easily. Dog owners should take extra care to protect dogs’ feet from hot surfaces after water play.

[Ed. note: cats with white or light colored ears can get their ears sunburnt which can lead to infection. At least one vet advised that the only solution for severely sunburnt ears was to amputate the burnt parts.]

A dog’s normal body temperature ranges from 101 to 102.5 degrees. Dogs can withstand a body temperature of 107 to 108 degrees for only a very short period of time before suffering brain damage — or even death.

Remember that if your buddy has a shorter nose, like a Persian cat, a Pug or a Bulldog, he or she is more susceptible to heatstroke than breeds with longer noses. If you suspect your pet has become overheated, seek veterinary care immediately.

Signs of heat stroke include:
  • Heavy panting
  • Excessive drooling
  • Increased body temperature
  • Dehydration
  • Reddened gums or tongue
  • Rapid heartbeat
  • Vomiting and diarrhea
  • Lethargy

At home consider your pet's housing. If they are kept outdoors, make sure they have plenty of shade and fresh water at all times. If it’s hot out, consider hosing down the dog before work, at lunch or whenever you can to provide extra cooling.

If you suspect that your pet has suffered from a heat stroke, seek veterinary attention immediately. Use cool water, not ice water, to cool your pet (very cold water will cause constriction of the blood vessels and impede cooling). If your animal “appears” cooled, do not assume everything is fine. Internal organs such as liver, kidneys, brain, etc., are affected by elevated body temperatures and blood tests and veterinary examination are needed to assess this.

Enjoy the hot weather, but if you are driving, leave your best friend at home if you can’t take him in with you at every stop!



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Organizers say Old Dog Haven’s 5th Annual Walk for Old Dogs a HUGE Success

Friday, July 22, 2016

Marvin won the prize for Best Costume
Well over 400 people and their dogs strutted their stuff at Old Dog Haven’s Walk for Old Dogs at Cromwell Park in Shoreline on July 17.

The Walk was a fundraiser hosted by Old Dog Haven and over $117,000 was raised by the event!

All of the money raised helps to pay veterinary expenses--which average about $80,000 per month—for the 304 senior dogs in Old Dog Haven’s care.

The 3rd Place Team contained Meka (right)
who took the prize (with owner) for best decorated stroller

The top three fundraising teams and the top three individual fundraisers led the walk, flags held high as they balanced their prizes while holding leashes. The top fundraising team — T-Town Dogs — raised $15,955 for the dogs and the top individual fundraiser — Peabody Johansen — raised $4,750.

Sandy and Phil Krutsinger
Longtime Old Dog Haven fosters Sandy and Phil Krutsinger were honored for their dedication and commitment to Old Dog Haven. Sandy started fostering for ODH in 2005 (before she married Phil) and has fostered 71 dogs during the past 11 years! Foster parents are always needed. Go to the Old Dog Haven website for more information about fostering.

Dogs of all ages, breeds, sizes, and mobility enjoyed an afternoon in the park with the people who love them. They competed in contests, had free massages, nail trims, scarfed down goodies from the Seattle Barkery, socialized, met new friends, fished tennis balls out of wading pools to keep cool and just loved being there.

Oldest dog Oliver
with John Schumacher
Photo by SeattleDogSpot
The oldest dog in attendance was ODH Final Refuge dog Oliver who lives with and is loved by Mary and John Schumacher. Oliver is 20!

All dogs were eligible to enter contests in the Pageant, which produced winners in the categories of Best Costume, Best Trick and 30 Yard Lollygag. Prizes and ribbons were award to the top three winners in each category.

Old Dog Haven is grateful to the community for supporting their efforts, including sponsors for the event, media contacts, people who donated prizes, volunteers, organizers, and everyone who helped make the day such a resounding success. Paws up to all of you!


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Mountlake Terrace to begin ticketing off-leash dogs in city parks

Saturday, July 2, 2016

City of Mountlake Terrace Animal Control Officer Elena McKee at Ballinger Park.
Photo courtesy My Edmonds News

According to an article in My Edmonds News, dog owners, including some from Shoreline and Lake Forest Park, have been using Ballinger Park in Mountlake Terrace as an off-leash dog park.

The problem is, that while the former golf course is temptingly large and open, it is still a city park. Off-leash dogs are not allowed in MLT city parks and the fine for violating the law is $200.

  • Mountlake Terrace has an Off-Leash Park at 5303 228th St. SW.
  • Edmonds also has an off-leash area at the waterfront, next to Marina Beach.
  • Shoreline has two year-round dog areas - at Shoreview Park and Fircrest - as well as a seasonal winter park on the beach south of Saltwater Park. (Shoreline OLDA)

Mountlake Terrace dog owners have expressed a desire for an off-leash dog area in Ballinger Park, but so far, city officials have not been supportive of that idea.



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Protect pets from Fourth of July fireworks

Wednesday, June 29, 2016

Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) offers these tips to help your pet cope with the noise from fireworks, and reduce the chance that it runs away.
  • Keep your pet secured indoors in the quietest room of your home while fireworks are audible. You can also use soothing music or television as a distraction. Some pets will stay calmer when placed in a secure crate in a darkened, quiet room.
  • If your pet is normally kept outside, bring them inside or put them in a well-ventilated garage or shed or in a basement while fireworks are going off.
  • Make sure your pet has at least two forms of identification. This can be a pet license and personalized tag, a license and a microchip, or all three (license, tag, and microchip). Pets with ID have a much greater chance of being returned to their owners.
  • Don't assume that your pet won’t react just because you haven’t had problems in the past. Sometimes, pets become sensitive to loud noises later in life.

If your pet is lost, check with PAWS, and check back often. It may take some time before spooked pets are brought to shelters.

Animal Shelter

Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, and Kenmore's primary animal shelter is operated by PAWS Progressive Animal Welfare Society. PAWS is located in the City of Lynnwood about 20 minutes north, just off of Highway 99.

PAWS, 15305 44th Ave W, Lynnwood, WA 98087, 425-787-2500.

The PAWS website has extensive information about searching for a lost pet.



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Walk your dog to raise funds for Old Dog Haven

Monday, June 20, 2016


Old Dog Haven 5th Annual Walk for Old Dogs and Old Dog Pageant 
Sunday, July 17, 11:00-3:00
Cromwell Park
18030 Meridian Ave N, Shoreline 98133
Registration fee: $25 (includes a Walk tote bag)
Old Dogs, young dogs, and people of all ages welcome!


The Walk for Old Dogs is Old Dog Haven’s biggest annual fundraiser. Vet bills to care for the senior 300 dogs in permanent foster care average about $80,000 per month and every penny raised at the Walk will be used to help the dogs.

What began five years ago as a way to raise money and provide an opportunity for people who love old dogs to spend time together has morphed into the largest gathering of old dogs ever held anywhere in the U.S.

You have to be there to believe it!

Last year, in spite of record-breaking heat, over 400 people and their dogs came to not only support Old Dog Haven but to celebrate the value of old dogs in our community. (The dogs cooled off in kiddy pools around the park and they’ll be available again this year.)

Dogs of every imaginable breed and size walked on four legs, three legs, hauled carts, rode in strollers, wore costumes, socialized, made new friends, smiled their best dog smiles, and loved being celebrated by their families.

And … over $90,000 was raised!

This event is an experience you won’t want to miss. The Walk is a fun 1/3 mile promenade to celebrate with our senior dogs. It's a nice stroll on a paved path along lawns and fields. Walk as much (or as little) as you and your dog prefer. Before the walk you can browse the many sponsor booths (many offering samples and goodies) and pet-related vendors.

Go to the Walk website to register, make a donation if you’re unable to attend (Old Dog Haven is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization — donations are tax-deductible) and find out everything you need to know about the event.

ACTIVITIES PLANNED FOR THE EVENT INCLUDE:
  • Old Dog Pageant: Best Costume, Best Decorated Stroller, Best Trick, 30 Yard Lollygag
  • Old Dog Haven race car: Every time Gene Melange races at Evergreen Speedway he promotes Old Dog Haven. He’ll be at the Walk with his car, and even though you can’t drive it you and your dog could have your photo taken with the car to show that Old Dog Haven is on the fast track!
  • Pet-related vendors
  • Old Dog Haven t-shirts and books will also be available for purchase.

Prizes will be awarded to the top three fundraising teams, the top three individual fundraisers and Pageant winners.

Food trucks, including nationally recognized The Seattle Barkery, (the food truck for dogs) will be there with ice-pops from Six Strawberries, vegan ice cream sandwiches from The Cookie Cutter, and the Legendary Latke Press sandwiches from Napkin Friends.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

11:00-12:00 Registration and Meet Our Sponsors

12:00-12:30 Welcome and Fundraising awards and prizes

12:30-1:00 Walk for Old Dogs

1:00-2:30 Old Dog Pageant and Awards for Pageant Winners

2:30-3:00 Thank You and Farewells



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Old Dog Haven - finding homes for elderly dogs

Sunday, June 19, 2016

Not all old dogs have special medical needs
Some are just old
Old Dog Haven is a (501(c)(3) nonprofit organization inspired by the compassion and commitment of founders Judith and Lee Piper.

This unique rescue group  has become a community of fosters, volunteers, and donors all dedicated to getting old dogs out of shelters and placing them in private homes with loving families.

During the past 11 years, Old Dog Haven has helped over 4,000 dogs and has become the largest senior dogs rescue in the United States.

Not a shelter, Old Dog Haven devotes itself to matching old dogs with families and individuals willing to foster them or provide a final refuge for the rest of their life. Old Dog Haven provides help with medical expenses for the dogs.

We have over 300 dogs in our Final Refuge homes and always have a list of unadoptable old dogs in shelters waiting for a foster spot too open up. 
Because many of the dogs we take in have major medical needs, our monthly vet bills average about $80,000, even with discounts from our veterinary partners. Old Dog Haven relies on donations to provide the care needed to make these dogs comfortable, sometimes for the first time in years.
BVZ and August Henrich

Since their primary mission is to get old dogs out of shelters, they are not always able to take in dogs from individuals, but they assist people in placing their senior dogs by posting them on their website and Facebook page.

On July 17, they will hold a fundraiser for medical expenses. The Old Dog Haven 5th Annual Walk for Old Dogs and Old Dog Pageant, Sunday, July 17, 11:00am - 3:00pm at Cromwell Park, 18030 Meridian Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

Old Dogs, young dogs, and people of all ages are invited to walk around the park.

Registration fee: $25 (includes a Walk tote bag)



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Shoreline Police reunite Edmonds pup with family

Wednesday, March 2, 2016

Rescued and home
Photo courtesy Shoreline Police

This nice pup was roaming around NE 205th and 5th NE Tuesday afternoon. Thanks to helpful citizens and Officers Kieland and Perry, she's now at home with her family in Edmonds!

She must be part cat. In order to be where she was found, she had to have crossed State Highway 104. She definitely used up one of her nine lives for that feat.



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Dog flu identified in King County

Wednesday, January 13, 2016

Photo courtesy Public Health

According to an article in the Public Health newsletter, a new strain of dog flu has been identified in a kennel in Kent. All signs point to novel H3N2 canine influenza.

Canine influenza, or dog flu, has been around for several years, but this new strain has been identified in 25 states, including Washington. The first outbreak in the U.S., in Chicago, sickened over a thousand dogs.

The virus is highly contagious and dogs get sick easily.

Symptoms include cough, runny nose, and/or fever. Sick dogs may be lethargic. Dogs can come down with the flu within 24 hours of exposure. Some dogs don’t show symptoms, but are able to infect other dogs  for weeks.
This strain of canine influenza isn’t particularly deadly, but can cause a secondary infection like pneumonia, which can kill dogs.

Once the virus gets established in a community, the transmission can be continuous. Particular risk situations are dog parks, dog daycares, boarding facilities, groomers, veterinary clinics.

Dog owners whose dogs are coughing or showing other signs of respiratory disease should not expose their dog to other dogs, and should contact their veterinarian.

Here's a website with information for dog owners.

Here are tips from Health:Kentucky.com shared by Trupanion Pet Insurance:

  • Just like a child going to school and picking up a cold, your dog can catch the flu from other dogs at places like daycare or the dog park.
  • Symptoms include runny nose, cough, fever, and sometimes more severe symptoms.
  • It usually lasts about 7 to 10 days.
  • If your dog makes frequent visits to public places, you might want to consider the canine influenza vaccine. Ask your veterinarian.
  • If your dog comes down with the flu, you may want to take him/her to the vet. Treatment is similar to that of the human flu, including rest and keeping hydrated.


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Thanksgiving tips for pet owners from Seattle Humane

Monday, November 23, 2015


The bounty of rich, tempting foods at Thanksgiving can pose health hazards to our four-legged friends, making Thanksgiving a busy time for emergency veterinary clinics. Seattle Humane urges pet guardians to follow five common sense tips to keep pets healthy and happy during the holiday fun and festivities:

1. Keep the feast out of reach! Agile and creative dogs or cats can capture a special treat from the kitchen counter, trash or even the dining room table.

2. Resist offering your leftovers. Rich and fatty foods like dressing, pie, and gravy can lead to serious and painful pancreatitis.

3. No turkey bones! Turkey bones can cause very serious and sometimes fatal consequences for your pet.

4. Plan ahead for pets. Stop by a pet food store and purchase some new dog biscuits or cat treats and then reduce the amount of his regular meal to accommodate the treats he will be getting throughout the day. Remember, biscuits and treats are usually much higher in calories than regular pet food, so having him skip dinner may be a prudent choice if he has been snacking all day.

5. Make a special treat. Some people enjoy cooking for their dog and cat while they are cooking for the rest of the family. Pick up a recipe book just for companion animals at the book store, or just type “homemade pet treat recipes” into your favorite web search engine for lots of interesting choices.

Seattle Humane, located in Bellevue at the junction of I-405 and I-90, is open the day after Thanksgiving from 11am to 8pm. Fees are waived all day on black cats for "Black Cat Friday" (our version of Black Friday). View adoptable pets.

And if you ignore any of these, Shoreline has an excellent emergency vet office, the Animal Medical Service, 14810 15th Ave NE, Suite B, Shoreline 98155, 206-204-3366, open 24 hours.



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249 pets placed with families at Humane Society Adoption Blitz

Wednesday, October 7, 2015

Old dog finds a Forever Home
at Adoption Blitz

The region's animal lovers displayed their well-known dedication to animal adoption by welcoming an astounding 249 dogs, cats and rabbits into their homes during Seattle Humane's free pet Adoption Blitz, October 2-4. The buzz for the three-day annual event brought crowds in the hundreds to the Seattle Humane shelter in Bellevue.

"Our mission at Seattle Humane is to make owning a companion pet accessible to all area residents," said Shelter Director Lauren Hilaman. "Although our usual fees are low, Adoption Blitz helps us reach even more wonderful animal lovers who want to open their hearts and homes to a pet who needs a family."
Celebrated pet adoptions included:
  • Nearly 100 puppies and kittens
  • Bart, a 1-year-old special needs dog who was a guest at Seattle Humane for 14 months
  • Marty, a cat who spent 14 months at the shelter
  • More than 20 senior pets over the age of 7

Each no-cost adoption included about $520 in services, aided by a generous grant from ASPCA's Mega Match-A-Thon presented by Subaru. Every dog and cat adopted from Seattle Humane has been vaccinated, microchipped, health-checked and spayed/neutered. All dogs are temperament-tested and most dog adoptions come with a six-week obedience training course. Most dog and cat adoptions also include one month of free pet insurance.

"Our Adoption Lobby was bustling all weekend with excited families looking to add a new companion to their home," Hilaman continued. "Extra kudos to our adoption advisors who did three days of non-stop adoption advising to ensure our pets were placed in loving homes."

They made a short video - see it here



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Pre-owned pets at Lynnwood Honda Saturday

Tuesday, September 15, 2015


Come by Lynnwood Honda, 22020 Hwy 99, Edmonds 98026, Saturday, September 19, from 10am to 1pm, and “Fall in Love with a Pre-Owned Pet” from the Seattle Animal Shelter!

Cats, critters, and dogs will be on-site, available for adoption, with a special $15 adoption fee, plus applicable licensing. Additionally, you can learn about shelter volunteer programs – including fostering pets in your home – and how to obtain a pet license or low-cost spay/neuter surgery. Or just come by for some pet snuggle “therapy” and BBQ!

The Seattle Animal Shelter provides animal services for the City of Seattle but welcomes adopters from all areas. The shelter is open to the public from noon to 6pm, Tuesday through Sunday.



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University of Washington goes to the dogs - casting call

Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Calling all Shoreline and Lake Forest Park dog owners and UW Husky fans! Bring your dog out to Red Square at the University of Washington on Sunday, August 9 from 9:00am to 1:00pm for a chance to be in an upcoming BECU campaign commercial.

If you would like to participate, RSVP here and submit your name and contact information. We strongly encourage you to wear purple and bring your dog in UW gear, if you’ve got it, to join in on the fun!

BECU will be shooting a video of BECU dogs barking and playing to the sound of the Husky fight song. The video will be shared on becu.org and other social media outlets to help promote the upcoming campaign.

Please note this is a casting call and we cannot guarantee that your dog will make it into the final campaign commercial.




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New law makes it possible for police to rescue animals from hot cars

Thursday, July 30, 2015

Mel will not be left in a hot car!
Photo by Carl Dinse
Information courtesy Trupanion pet medical insurance

A new law went into effect in Washington state on July 24, 2015 to protect pets from some of the dangers of being left unattended in vehicles— whether from excessive heat or cold, or lack of ventilation or water. Under the new law, police officers will have the authority to rescue dogs and cats from unattended vehicles and will not be liable for damages caused.

Certain body types and breeds are more susceptible than others, including overweight pets and those with long hair, thick coats, or short faces. According to the Trupanion database, English and French bulldogs are 5 times more likely to suffer from heat stroke than the average dog. Heat stroke can become very dangerous and can be costly to treat if not caught early. The average heat stroke claim costs $1,300, ranging from less than $10 to over $10,000 in some cases.

Steve Weinrauch, Chief Veterinary Officer at Trupanion, commented on the dangers of leaving dogs in hot cars, and the benefit of this new law: “Almost every summer I unfortunately have to react to the heat stroke of a family pet who was left in a car. In spite of the best emergency care, these cases often lead to tragedy. Nobody thinks that it could be their family until it’s too late. Bottom line— if you wouldn't be comfortable in a parked car with the windows cracked, neither would your pet.

 Leave your pet at home. In my experience, Weinrauch continues, most people understand the consequences of leaving a dog in a car on a 90 degree day. It’s the 70 to 80 degree days that catch people off guard. For example, a few years back, on an 80-degree partly sunny day I checked on a service dog in a car in front of a business. By the time the dog was removed from the car, his core temperature was 112 (normal range is between 99 and 102). Four hours and $5,000 later, the dog’s systems completely shut down and she died in the specialty hospital. I’m hoping that by discussing this now, someone can avoid the grief later. If we are talking about what to do about heat stroke, it’s often already too late.



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A record number of people and dogs show up for Walk for Old Dogs at Cromwell Park

Tuesday, July 21, 2015


Photos by Old Dog Haven

The Fourth Annual Walk for Old Dogs and Old Dog Pageant was a stunning success last Sunday at Cromwell Park in Shoreline.

A record number of people and their dogs showed up to join in the festivities and over $80,000 was raised - $40,000 over the target goal.

Pageant Princesses

Thanks to the walk sponsors and volunteers, all money raised for the walk will be used to care for over 260 dogs in permanent foster care with Old Dog Haven. Old Dog Haven is not a shelter, but a network of homes where the dogs spend their senior years as part of a family, being loved and cared for.

It was a very hot day

Two Shoreline businesses were sponsors of this year’s walk, Steve McDonald of Seattle Realty and August Henrich of One Dog at A Time. Both businesses not only sponsored the walk, but formed walk teams which raised thousands of dollars to help the dogs.

“This year was our most successful walk to date,” said Paula Moreschi, coordinator of the Walk for Old Dogs.  “It was truly an amazing day and we are so thankful to all the volunteers, participants and donors who made it happen.”




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4th Annual Walk for Old Dogs and Old Dog Pageant in Shoreline's Cromwell Park July 19

Tuesday, July 7, 2015

Old Dog Haven invites dogs and humans of all ages to attend the Walk for Old Dog on Sunday, July 19 at Cromwell Park in Shoreline. Participants can register and/or form a team online.

Since 2004 Old Dog Haven has provided loving and safe homes for senior dogs 8 and up who have been abandoned or are homeless. Old Dog Haven is not a shelter, but a caring network of foster families across western Washington who welcome these dogs into their homes making their golden years, happy years.

Currently Old Dog Haven has over 260 dogs in permanent care and vet bills are approximately $50,000 per month. All money raised at the walk will be used to care for these wonderful senior dogs.

BVZ and August Henrich
Shoreline business owner August Henrich of One Dog At A Time is one of the sponsors for this year’s walk.

“Old Dog Haven has been my hero again and again as they gave new hope to old dogs that were overlooked for adoption,” said August.

“I am thrilled to be a sponsor of this year’s walk so I can help raise awareness in my community about the vital work that Old Dog Haven does while celebrating our wonderful senior canines!”

The Walk for Old Dogs starts at 1:00pm with check-in beginning at Noon. From Noon to 1:00pm participants can chat with walk sponsors, and meet and greet Old Dog Haven dogs. All participants receive a special edition Walk for Old Dogs tote bag to fill up with information and goodies from walk sponsors.

The Walk for Old Dogs will be followed by Old Dog Pageant with competitions for Best Costume, Best Begging Face and Grand Old Dog.

Participants can sign up for the Olympiad events during check in.

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4th Annual Old Dog Haven Walk for Old Dogs and Old Dog Pageant

Friday, June 19, 2015


Old Dogs, young dogs and people of all ages are invited to attend. The walk is not a race, but a promenade around the park to celebrate our senior dogs. The walk is followed by the Old Dog Pageant with competitions for Best Costume, Best Begging Face and Grand Old Dog. All proceeds benefit Old Dog Haven.

Sunday, July 19, 2015 12:00 - 3:00
Cromwell Park
18030 Meridian Ave N.
Shoreline, WA

Register as an individual or start a team at the website.
Registration includes a walk tote bag.


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Ridgecrest neighborhood loves dogs

Monday, August 18, 2014

Dog rest station
Photo by Seattle Poppy

Spotted in the Ridgecrest neighborhood, this rest stop for dogs with two kinds of treats and filtered water. It's a dog's life in Ridgecrest!

Thanks to Seattle Poppy for sending in this photo.


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