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

Owner found and reunited with runaway dog

Friday, October 18, 2019

The owner of the dog who was rescued from 205th after dark Friday night has been identified, verified as the owner, and reunited with the dog, whose name is Emma.

Emma is back home
Emma had no tags and was not microchipped, but was part of a dog walking group in Shoreline. One of the members recognized her and made the connections.

She was returned to her owner before PAWS came to pick her up. PAWS, located in Lynnwood, keeps stray pets safe until they can reunite them with their families and help people find their missing cats and dogs. To help keep animals in their homes, they offer animal behavior resources.



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OWNER FOUND! Dog rescued from SR 104 / NE 205th - is it yours?

Thursday, October 17, 2019


Melissa reports that the owner was found (and verified).

This dog was rescued by a good citizen who ran after it along the highway on 205th. There are no tags on the harness.

If you know anything about her, call Melissa at 206-579-3481. Animal control will pick her up at 8:30am tomorrow but everyone would like to see her get home tonight.



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Shoreline Fire rescues woman with fractured ankle and gives her dog a ride home

Thursday, August 15, 2019

Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
Shoreline firefighters rescued a woman who fractured her ankle while hiking trails in Innis Arden on Thursday, August 8, 2019.

She was taken to the hospital and her dog was taken home by firefighters.



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Photo: Piano #11 and friend

Monday, August 5, 2019

Photo by Jeff Dairiki

The piano is called "NW Melodies" and the artist is Marsha Lippert. The piano is at the North City Water District.

The pianist did not give his/her name but posed charmingly.



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Primary election deadline is Tuesday

Sunday, August 4, 2019

Gabriel, SD has delivered the ballot
Photo by G M Wiegand

Have you voted yet?

The ballots have to be turned in by Tuesday, August 6, 2019.

We have three drop boxes: Lake Forest Park City Hall, Shoreline Library, Shoreline 192nd Park and Ride on Aurora.

If a postal box is more convenient, your ballot requires no postage - just drop it in the box.

If you are a last minute kind of person, pay attention to the pick up times listed on the front of the blue box. You have to have a postmark no later than August 6. You have to put it in the postal box before the last pick up time or your ballot will be late and not counted.

We have three local races where the candidate will the least number of votes will be out of the race.

So dig your ballot out from underneath that pile of papers, fill it out, and turn it in!

--Diane Hettrick



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Old Dog Haven’s 8th Annual Walk for Old Dogs breaks all their fundraising records

Monday, July 29, 2019

Best Costume- 3rd prize- Chancellor as Elton John


Text by Ardith Devries
Photos by Bev Bowe and Joe Myers

Well over 500 people and their dogs strutted their stuff at Old Dog Haven’s Walk for Old Dogs at Cromwell Park in Shoreline on July 21, 2019.

The Walk was a fundraiser hosted by Old Dog Haven and over $120,000 was raised by the event! All of the money raised helps to pay veterinary expenses for the over 325 senior dogs in Old Dog Haven’s care. 

1st place Individual fundraiser- Peabody Johanson and ODH dog Banjo

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 — The Whoville Misfits — raised $16, 235 for the dogs and the top individual fundraiser — Peabody Johanson — raised $11,270.

1st place team fundraisers Whoville Misfits

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.

Newest foster family Megan D'Anna and Joel Peterson
 
The newest permanent foster family in attendance — less than a month — Megan D’Anna and Joel Peterson -- were introduced along with their foster dog Trixie. Foster parents are always needed. Go to the Old Dog Haven website for more information about fostering.

KayCee oldest dog
 
The oldest dog in attendance was ODH Final Refuge dog KayCee who is Old Dog Haven’s longest resident dog and is 21 years old! 

Best Trick- 1st prize- Cooper

All dogs were eligible to enter contests in the Pageant, which produced winners in the categories of Best Costume, Best Trick and Musical Chairs. Prizes and ribbons were awarded 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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Local dogs walking their people in the park

Tuesday, July 23, 2019


Starting at the left is Jack with his human Bill Clements, Kipling with Elizabeth Park, Marlowe and Rosie with Laurie Ann Dudley, and good old Owen with Bert Dudley in tow. It's a dog world.

Text and photos by Wayne Pridemore

Every week day a group of Richmond Beach dogs take their people for a walk. The dogs meet each morning at 7:30am at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park.

Through Richmond Beach Saltwater Park


For the last six years, Jack, Kipling, Marlowe, Rosie, and Owen have taken their people for a morning walk. They find that their humans are more relaxed for the rest of the day. It also seems to help keep excess weight off their charges. 

The walk starts at the park entrance and then goes out to the point and back. After leaving the park they take the humans north on 21st Ave NW. The routine is year round.





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FOUND: Dog stolen with vehicle from Gateway Plaza

Thursday, July 18, 2019

Stolen with vehicle on Thursday
FOUND: 10:15am 7-19-19
Shoreline Police announce that car and dog have both been found. The pup is safe.

-Original story-

A black Kia Sedona was stolen from Gateway Plaza, 18300 Midvale Ave N, on Thursday, July 18, 2019 with a small Maltese dog inside. 

Please be on the lookout for this dog.

Call 911 if you see it.


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Old Dog Haven’s 8th Annual Walk for Old Dogs July 21 at Cromwell Park

Thursday, June 27, 2019



Old Dog Haven’s 8th Annual Walk for Old Dogs
Sunday July 21, 2019
10:00am - 2:00pm


Join us for a walk in the park with your dog.

The Walk for Old Dogs is Old Dog Haven’s biggest annual fundraiser. Thanks to our generous sponsors, every penny raised at the Walk will be used to care for the over 315 senior dogs in our permanent foster homes.

The event is an experience you don’t want to miss.

Old dogs, young dogs and people of all ages are welcome. The Walk is not a race but 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 and vendor booths (many offering samples and goodies), and enter the raffle. 

The registration fee is $35 per person (dogs and children under 12 are free) and includes an official Walk tote as well as free entry in the Pageant. 

If you live out of state or can’t attend, you can still help by doing a virtual Walk for Old Dogs. 

Register as an individual, or form a team with family, friends, and coworkers, and start fundraising for the dogs today. 

On the day of the Walk we’ll be posting live on Facebook so you can attend virtually and we’ll pop your Walk tote in the mail.

You can visit 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. 

Online pre-registration is recommended so you can spend more time enjoying the event.



Activities planned for the event include:
  • Raffle: $1 donation offers a chance to win fabulous prizes including a TV, Bose headphones, luggage and much more!
  • Old Dog Pageant (Free) Oldest Dog in Attendance, Best Costume, Best Trick, Musical Chairs
  • Food trucks, including Seattle’s nationally recognized, The Seattle Barkery, (the food truck for dogs), will be there
  • Sponsor and vendor booths
  • Old Dog Haven merchandise will be available for purchase
  • Prizes will be awarded for 
    • three top fundraising teams
    • three top individual fundraisers
    • newest Old Dog Haven foster family
    • oldest three dogs 
    • top three winners for 
      • Best Costume
      • Best Trick and 
      • Musical Chairs
Schedule of Events

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
  • Walk registration open
  • Pageant sign up (free to all registered Walk participants)
  • Sponsor and Vendor booths open
  • Enter the raffle with a chance to win wonderful prizes
  • Visit with Old Dog Haven dogs and their humans

11:00 - 11:30 a.m.
  • Welcome
  • Recognition of Newest Foster Family in attendance
  • Awards and prizes for individual and team fund-raisers

11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Walk for Old Dogs

12:15 - 1:45 p.m. Oldest Dog Competition and the Old Dog Pageant

1:45 - 2:00 p.m.
  • Raffle winners announced (you must be present to win)
  • Fond Farewells

Learn more about Old Dog Haven and the dogs living happy and comfortable lives in the safety of our loving foster homes HERE.



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Photo: Up on the rooftop, click, click, click

Monday, May 13, 2019

Photo by Cynthia Sheridan

When the neighbors added a railing on the front deck, their wonderful German Shepherd watchdog took advantage of the step up and discovered a new look-out station... on the roof. 

Realtor Devon Schwaab was happy to share the dog's story with us "lookie-loos" at the open house, as this home in Lake Forest Park is currently for sale.

Photo by Cynthia Sheridan

The dog is a Belgian Tervuren Shepherd named Bella.



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Destinations: Seattle Kennel Club annual dog show

Sunday, March 17, 2019



Text and photos by Wayne Pridemore

The Seattle Kennel Club held their annual dog show this past weekend at CenturyLink Field. There were approximately 1600 dogs registered for the events.



The organization began as the Queen City Dog Club in the late 1890s which transformed into the Seattle Kennel Club.



The show events were Confirmation, Junior Showmanship Obedience, Rally, Agility, Demonstrations, and Tours.



A dog must put its best paw forward to compete against peers in the day's events. That means grooming -- a lot of grooming, if one has a long coat. Just about all of the dogs are accustomed to the routine.



" Everyone thinks they have the best dog and none of them are wrong"
--W.R. Purche



At the show there were dog faces from Affenpinchers to Yorkshire Terriers. Small Chihuahuas' faces to large Mastiffs' faces. All lovable faces.




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Photo: Seattle Kennel Club

Wednesday, March 13, 2019

Photo by Wayne Pridemore


Wayne Pridemore recently covered the Seattle Kennel Club dog show and proved he has just as much talent photographing canine faces as he does with human faces.




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Photo: Not only the humans enjoy the lights

Thursday, December 13, 2018

Gabriel checking the Christmas lights
Photo by GM Wiegand

My Service Dog likes to check out the neighborhood, first thing in the morning, before our first walk of the day. A great, peaceful way to start the day!

--GM Wiegand



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Pet safety tips for Halloween from Seattle Humane

Monday, October 29, 2018

Mei
Photo by Carl Dinse
Seattle Humane shares tips to help keep furry family members safe

Halloween can be a festive and fun time of year for children and families, but for pets, it can be stressful and even dangerous. Seattle Humane provides these tips to help keep your furry family members safe:

KEEP PET COSTUMES SAFE
Costumes that impair your pet’s vision, hearing, or mobility, or costumes that are too tight or too loose can be uncomfortable for your pet. The elastic in costumes can restrict circulation, loose-fitting costumes can become tangled and small, dangling pieces can create a choking hazard. Make sure that your pet has as much fun playing dress up as you do. A decorative collar is always a great alternative!

• KEEP YOUR PET INSIDE
Keep your companion animals in a room away from the front door when trick-or-treaters are visiting. It is too easy for them to be frightened by the goblins and slip out the door.

• UPDATE IDENTIFICATION
This is the perfect time to make sure your pet is microchipped and wearing up-to-date identification. Most veterinarians and shelters offer microchipping. If your pet is already microchipped, be sure the company has your current address and phone numbers.
**Walk-in appointments available daily from 2-4 p.m. for microchipping in Seattle Humane's veterinary clinic.

• FEED TREATS MADE FOR PETS
Chocolate and other seemingly harmless ingredients can be poisonous to dogs and cats, so keep them out of reach. Dispose of the wrappers where pets can’t get to them to avoid choking and explain to your children why Fluffy can’t share their treats.

• DECORATE WITH CAUTION
Tail wagging is a good thing – unless it’s done around a lit candle! Keep candles and lit jack-o-lanterns at a height where your pets can’t knock them over or get burned. By following these helpful tips, Halloween can be a fun and safe holiday for pets and people alike.

• BE PREPARED FOR EMERGENCIES
Be prepared in case your pet ingests chocolate or xylitol-sweetened candy. Know the nearest emergency animal hospital. Contact the ASPCA Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435 for immediate help.

Animal Medical Center of Seattle (AMCS) (in Shoreline!) is a fully staffed, veterinarian owned, 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital located in Shoreline at 14810 15th Avenue NE, Suite B, Shoreline 98155.

Phone 206-204-3366 to give them a heads-up that you are coming and what the problem is.



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Shoreline K-9 gifted with Kevlar vest

Friday, September 28, 2018

K9 Atom
For many law enforcement agencies, bulletproof Kevlar vests for K9s are not in the budget. Through non-profits like Keeping K9s in Kevlar, funds are raised from community donations to vest K9s in need of assistance. 

Keeping K9s in Kevlar started a fund-raising campaign to buy vests for the King County Sheriff’s Office’s newest K-9 partners, K9 Atom of Shoreline and K9 Niko of Sammamish.

The vests come at a high price, $2,560 each.

Shoreline's K9 Atom, an 18.5 month old Belgian Malinois, is certified in tracking and apprehension with Deputy Holmes as his handler. When funded, K9 Atom’s vest will honor Fallen Officer Deputy Sheriff Mark William Brown. (See a previous story)

Deputy Holmes and K9 Atom
Photo by Wayne Pridemore
K9 Atom has his own Instagram account: k9_atom

K9 Niko, a 19 month old German Shepherd / Belgian Malinois mix, is certified in tracking and apprehension with Deputy Treadway as his handler. 

When funded, K9 Niko’s vest will have the quote, “What counts is not necessarily the size of the dog in the fight; it’s the size of the fight in the dog.” —Dwight D. Eisenhower (34th President of the United States)

The K9 Storm Patrol SWAT Kevlar vests are custom fit, protect against shrapnel, stabbings, and common handgun bullets. They also allows for rappelling and have a lifetime guarantee.

Kendra Cook, Founder, K9 Handler Assistant, of Keeping K-9s in Kevlar, put out a plea for funds on September 17, 2018.

Ron and Don with K9 Atom
Photo from Ron and Don Facebook page


Then Christie Malchow, the Mayor of Sammamish, contacted the Ron and Don Show on KIRO radio. She and the two deputies and dogs went on the show Monday, September 24.

Ron and Don frequently hold on-air fund drives for causes they believe in. They have a huge and supportive audience - The Ron and Don Nation.

That afternoon, while Atom played under the desk, Ron and Don easily raised enough money to outfit Atom in Kelvar - as well as Niko and another dog named Ace.

K9 ATOM needed a Kevlar vest to protect and serve, and The Ron and Don Show on KIRO Radio Nation got it done. K9 NIKO and K9 ACE too! Thanks to everyone who donated!

Deputy Holmes says that once Atom gets the vest he will need to do training with the vest because of the additional weight.

But now he will be as well protected as the other officers.

Keeping K-9s in Kevlar is a group of K9 handlers and an assistant. No one is paid, 100% of donations go to the K9s and are tax deductible. There is no cost to handlers or agencies. Keeping K-9s in Kevlar is a Non-Profit 501(c)(3) under the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office Support Foundation.



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Shoreline's first K9 unit is on duty

Tuesday, September 18, 2018

King County Deputy Josh Holmes and his K9 partner Atom

Photos by Wayne Pridemore

King County Deputy Josh Holmes and his K9 partner Atom completed their 440 hours of training in mid-August and went on the job with the Shoreline Police department August 31, 2018.

On their first day of patrol they were called to an assist on a stolen vehicle call, where the female suspect had fled on foot. Atom began tracking and located the female suspect in the back yard of the house, hiding in a shed. She was arrested and booked into jail.



The primary use of dogs is to track a suspect who has committed a crime and run from a Shoreline officer. Before, without a dog on the force, officers had to hold a perimeter and wait for a K9 from Unincorporated King County, or an outside agency.

"The longer a perimeter is held," says Shoreline Chief Shawn Ledford, "the more difficult it is to make an arrest."


Atom is friendly with the public, well behaved and all business when he’s working. Here he greets Dennis Terpstra at the Echo Lake Neighborhood Association picnic.





Atom is the third dog to train as a member of the K9 unit. The first two did not work out.

Shoreline Police have been focusing on property crimes, burglaries and car prowls; the K9 unit will help with those efforts. Additionally the K9 will be used for building searches, as Atom is able to cover a larger area faster and more thoroughly than multiple officers.

He will also be used for evidence searches if a suspect hides a weapon or other evidence. In the future, Atom will be trained in narcotics detection.

Atom lives with Deputy Holmes and has become part of the family.

Deputy Holmes is a Shoreline native and a graduate of the Shoreline Public School District (Ridgecrest Elementary, Kellogg Middle School and Shorecrest High School). Deputy Holmes also attended Shoreline Community College. He is an 11 year law enforcement veteran.


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Photo: Dog walk

Saturday, September 15, 2018

Photo by Cynthia Sheridan


Dog walk in the shimmering shadows - photo by Cynthia Sheridan.



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In The Garden Now….. Bear Sighting

Tuesday, September 4, 2018

Chocolate Bear 


Text and photo by Victoria Gilleland

With his nest finished it looks like ‘Bear’ is considering planting more tennis balls. If you asked him I’m sure he would tell you that it’s not possible to have too many of those fine delicacies!

There’s nothing like a gardening friend of the canine persuasion to lighten the load.

Bear’s nest is surrounded by Japanese Forest Grass, Winter Blooming Daphne, Dwarf English Boxwood, and Corsican Hellebore. A Basalt Basin holds water for our bird friends. When Bear vacates the nest most everything in this garden will continue to grow and spring back into position. If it doesn’t I’ll cut it back and watch it regrow.

The garden is changed once Bear makes a nest. A few plants are crushed, broken or even destroyed. That’s all part of being a “Pet Parent.” Having Bear in the garden adds a sense of pure enthusiasm, mischief and joy.

Official name: Chocolate Labrador Retriever

Plants in the Photo with Bear:
  • Hakonechloa Japanese Forest Grass
  • Daphne odora Winter Blooming Daphne
  • Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’ Dwarf English Boxwood 
  • Helleborus argutifolius Corsican Hellebore

Victoria Gilleland is the owner of Cottage Garden Designs, a Garden Design company specializing in Redesign of Residential Gardens, Garden Consultation and Coaching. She has been designing gardens in the northwest for over 25 years. 


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Seattle Humane Seniors for Seniors week - Pet Guardian Program

Tuesday, August 21, 2018


Looking for a mature, easy-going pet to match your lifestyle? In honor of Senior Citizens Day on August 26, Seattle Humane is waiving adoption fees on all senior pets ages 7 and up, for people ages 60 and up, all week long! 

While senior pets may not be as active as their younger counterparts, they offer plenty of love and appreciation. With their relaxed temperament, senior pets make perfect relaxation buddies! Come by Seattle Humane August 20-26 to find your perfect match. See adoptable pets here.

Many seniors hold off on getting a pet because they are worried about who will care for them if they can’t. 

Seattle Humane’s Pet Guardian Program provides a service for those who wish to entrust their companion animals to the organization in the event of their incapacity or death. An individual or family can enroll as members in the program.

This membership covers up to five cats, dogs and small critters; remains in effect during the lifetime of the enrollee; and includes any animals they own at the time. Click here to learn more about Seattle Humane’s Pet Guardian Program and planned legacy opportunities.

Seattle Humane is located 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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Animals need protection from the smoke

Gabriel is getting very short walks
Photo by G M Wiegand
Animals are affected by smoke inhalation just as humans are.

One local vet recommends keeping walks as short as possible, basically just for potty breaks.

Pets can develop respiratory distress/ coughing/ wheezing issues just like with people.

If your pet has been breathing outside air and develops any of those symptoms, call your vet.


Be safe and stay indoors!


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