Nicollette Sheridan Northwest Arkansas Shakeup

August 2014
digital supplement
14 Years of
arch i v e d e d i to r i a l
Nicollette
Sheridan
Blind ambition
Northwest
Arkansas
Shakeup
In South America’s Chile
[ Issue 62.3 ]
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N ichola s S v e s lo s k y
Editor-in-Chief
On the Cover
Nicollette Sheridan in Blind Ambition
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Kirkland,
WASHINGTON
Ocean Views
No complaint goes unsniffed at this Fido-friendly resort.
By Heather Larson
Woody assists
guests with any
and all requests.
Stay
The Woodmark Hotel, Yacht
Club & Spa
Room Rate Range: $175–290; Pet Policy:
No pet fee, no weight limit. 1200 Carillon
Point, Kirkland, Washington 98033; (800)
822-3700; www.thewoodmark.com.
Play
Mile-long walk along the beach from
The Woodmark to Kirkland with stops at
Houghton Beach Park; swimming, grassy
picnic area and children’s playground
and Marsh Park; art sculptures, grassy
area, dock and bench seating.
Shop
Barkz: The dog stop
115 Lake Street South, Kirkland, WA;
(425) 822-0292; www.barkz.com.
A panoramic view
of Lake Washington
from a guestroom at
the Woodmark Hotel.
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t’s hard to imagine any guest, canine or human, not responding to Woody, the hotel's canine mascot, in a warm, friendly way. Woody’s office is located in the hotel lobby so he can
easily assist hotel guests with any requests. He will gladly set up a play date with your dog
prior to your arrival. That’s one of his favorite activities.
Located on the scenic shores of Lake Washington at Yarrow Bay, The Woodmark welcomes
dog guests by providing them with a bed, water bowl and a treat—plus no pet fee is charged.
On site are a full-service spa called Northwest Face Spa and two restaurants that offer water
views from every table: Bin on the Lake and the Beach Café. Woody hosts a Yappier Hour on
Wednesdays from 5–7pm in the Beach Café’s outdoor seating area, weather permitting. Dog
treats are standard fare.
For the rest of us, the Beach Café focuses on Northwest cuisine in a casual, friendly atmosphere. The menu includes burgers, steaks, salads, seafood and chicken. Bin on the Lake has a
special wine storage system that makes available more than 80 wines by the glass. Serving local
and seasonal delicacies, Bin’s features small and large plates and delightful wine pairings.
Guestrooms and suites contain all the extras. Luxury bedding with down pillows and cashmere throws grace the beds. Complimentary high-speed Internet access, a 32” LCD Flat Panel
TV with surround sound and a computer docking station make it easy for those who need to
stay connected. Soaking tubs and a rainwater shower along with a selection of bath amenities
allow for self pampering. If you’re not inclined to use the make-your-own Martini Bar, call the
desk and someone will do it for you.
Hungry late at night? You have complimentary “Raid the Pantry” privileges, from 11pm–
1am, with everything from snacks that include sandwiches, soups, chips, desserts and juices.
Hotel guests can go cruising on the Woodmark II, a 28-foot Chris-Craft. The tour wends through
Yarrow Bay, to the Evergreen Point Floating Bridge, by the University of Washington and in front
of elegant homes on Lake Washington. One of those homes is owned by Bill Gates.
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Nantucket,
massachusetts
Dogs and cats are welcome at the Woof
Cottages with prior innkeeper approval.
arriving
Dogs are welcome both on the ferry
lines and most air carriers (notify airlines
ahead of time).
Cape Air
(866) Cape-Air; www.flycapeair.com
Nantucket Airlines
(800) 352-0714;
www.nantucketairlines.com
The Steamship Authority
(508) 477-8600;
www.steamshipauthority.com
Hy-Line Cruises
(508) 778-2600; www.hy-linecruises.com
Out to Sea
The enchanting island of Nantucket is a dog-lover’s haven.
By Andrea E. McHugh
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hile best known for luring Boston bluebloods and the Washington elite in the warmer months, the enchanting island of Nantucket is a dog-lover’s haven. Thirty miles
off the Massachusetts mainland and seemingly a world away with unspoiled beaches
and a downtown not much changed from its Colonial-era whaling days, this elegant isle welcomes
visitors and their four-legged friends year-round.
The cobblestone streets of downtown, where neon signs, big box stores and restaurant chains
are noticeably absent, are peppered with shops where visitors are more likely to be greeted by a
lazy Lab or bubbly Bichon before the shopkeeper has a chance to bid hello. The boutiques along
Centre Street were once known as “Petticoat Row,” as during whaling times the wives of merchants would mind the shops while their husbands were out to sea. Don’t be surprised if Fido is
inundated with treats throughout this historic district.
One of the island’s most legendary dogs was Marshall, a Newfoundland rescued in an 1877 shipwreck, who lived out his life on Nantucket aiding with other rescues. He and other famed “salty
dogs”—including Sinbad whose service aboard a Coast Guard cutter during the Second World War
was chronicled in books, magazines and film—are celebrated in the exhibit “Sea Dogs! Great Tails
of the Sea” at the Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum through mid-October.
Michael LaScola, executive chef of American Seasons (a lauded, upscale eatery) and his wife
Orla Murphy-LaScola, the restaurant’s general manager and sommelier, delight in taking their
two terriers, Max and Jasper, to their favorite beach, Pocomo, on the island’s eastern shore. “They
chase the crabs in the water, and as the beach is more sheltered, there are few waves. It’s a very
child-friendly beach so we can bring the whole family,” said Orla. “There are lots of kids dropping
food and losing balls—all of which our little terrors love.”
Miles of trails that dissect the bucolic landscape are ideal for peaceful walks and uninterrupted
views. Tupancy Links, a retired golf course, is a beautiful expanse where Fido is welcome to frolic
amongst the rolling greenery and wildflowers. The Sanford Farm, Ram Pasture and The Woods,
with hundreds of acres, scenic wetlands, helpful markers, and a trail that leads to the sea, make for
a fun afternoon with Fido who will likely come across other pooches (in addition to many other
walkers, and on occasion, horses). All of these lands are part of the Nantucket Conservation
Foundation’s properties.
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Freedom Cruise Line
(508) 432-8999;
www.nantucketislandferry.com
STAY
The Brass Lantern Inn
(508) 228-4064;
www.brasslanternnantucket.com
The Cottages at the
Boat Basin’s Woof Cottages
(866)838-9253;
www.thecottagesnantucket.com
Safe Harbor Guest House
(508) 228-3222;
www.beesknees.net/safeharbor
Exploring just part of the 82 miles of sandy
coastline here is easy as Fido is welcome to hop
aboard the Nantucket Regional Transit Authority Shuttles for free (when leashed and well-behaved, of course). Though dogs are not allowed
on lifeguarded beaches from 9 am to 5 pm during
the crowded season, after or before those times
they are welcome.
Some say this time of year, when the crowds
have disappeared and the sun is beginning to turn
the leaves to vibrant hues known only to New
England, is the best time to enjoy Nantucket. But
this island of legend and lore extends a warm welcome to cold noses any time of year.
Woof Cottages offer one- and two-bedroom
accommodations for guests and their pets.
Dogs and cats are welcomed with blissful beds,
treats and toys, food and water bowls,
litterbox, litter and more.
www.thecottagesnantucket.com
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Discovering the beauty of
northwest Arkansas.
B y
Ke r r i
F i v e c o a t - C a m p be l l
Eureka Springs Hotels
Pond Mountain Lodge
1218 Highway 23 South
Eureka Springs, AR
www.ponmountainlodge.com
66 Center St. Guest Lodging
66 Center St., Eureka Springs, AR
www.center.com (479) 981-0991
5 Ojo Inn Bed and Breakfast
5 Ojo St., Eureka Springs, AR
www.5ojo.com (800) 656-6734
The 1886 Crescent Hotel & Spa
75 Prospect Ave., Eureka Springs, AR
www.crescent-hotel.com (800) 342-9766
Wisteria Lane Lodging
1093 CR 226, Eureka Springs, AR
www.wisterialanelodging.com
Eurek a Springs
War Eagle Cavern
21494 Cavern Road, Rogers, AR
www.wareaglecavern.com (479) 789-2909
Christ of the Ozarks
On the grounds of the Great Passion Play
www.greatpassionplay.com (866) 566-3565
Beavertown Boarding
1116 Squire Beaver Road, Eureka Springs, AR
(479) 253-9426
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Hiking, walking or driving around Beaver Lake—they all offer great views.
hen I was a little girl, my parents would often visit the Ozark
Mountains in northwestern Arkansas. My dad was from
Clarksville, AR, just a little farther south, but we usually
traveled to Arkansas to visit Eureka Springs. My mother
loved the Great Passion Play and we could make the drive from Kansas City
in about five hours.
My mother and other family members eventually bought a tract of land
on Bull Shoals Lake in Marion County, AR, where we now live. Now that
we reside here, we have found even more things to do with dogs in the area.
Eureka Springs
One of the things that many tourists love about Arkansas is that it lives up
to its moniker, “The Natural State.” Eureka Springs is located near Beaver
Lake, which is a beautiful body of water covering more than 31,000 acres
of land and featuring nearly 500 miles of natural shoreline. Beaver Lake is
famous for its trophy-size striped bass, as well as many other varieties of fish.
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Neighbor’s Mill Bakery and Café
1012 Highway 62-65 North, Harrison, AR
www.neighborsmill.com (870) 741-6455
B u l l S h oa l s + F l i p p i n
Gaston’s White River Resort
1777 River Road, Lakeview, AR
www.gastons.com (870) 431-5202
Bull Shoals Caverns and Mountain
Village 1890
1011 Cs Woods Blvd., Bull Shoals, AR
www.bullshoalscaverns.com (870) 445-7178
Ranger Boats
Highway 178 North, Flippin, AR
www.rangerboats.com (800) 453-2222
Sodie’s Fountain and Grill
109 N. First, Flippin, AR
www.sodies.com (870) 453-7632
Theodora’s
East Main Street, Flippin, AR
(870) 453-6500
P h o t o g r a p h s b y E ureka S prings C . A . P. C . ; K en R undel ; C huck H aralson , A rkansas P arks and T ourism D eptartment
Eureka!
IF YOU GO
Beaver Lake is just one of the attractions
of Eureka Springs. The area has some terrific
eclectic shops and artists, which offers a bit of
something for everyone’s taste. The beautiful,
historic downtown area is full of locally owned
boutiques, galleries and restaurants. When we
visited Eureka Springs with our Mini-Doxie,
Hershey, we found the shop owners accommodating, especially if held Hershey in our arms
while browsing their shops. And there are plenty of amazing spas; women can be pampered
while others take Fido fishing.
Eureka Springs is often referred to as the
“Wedding Capital of the South,” so if you and
your sweetie are planning a wedding away from
home, you can do it at one of the many quaint
chapels in town, with Fido in the wedding
party.
As I mentioned above, Eureka Springs is
home to the Great Passion Play, and while it is
not Fido-friendly, visitors can take their dogs
with them to see the seven-story Christ of the
Ozarks statue.
There is plenty to do in Eureka Springs that
is open to pets, including visiting one of the
several parks and War Eagle Cavern.
Lake Leatherwood Park is one of the country’s largest city parks, according to officials at
Eureka Springs. The park features a spring-fed
lake, walking and biking trails, and hundreds
of acres for people and their dogs to roam. The
park also offers various places to stay that are
Fido-friendly, as well as boat rentals for people
who want to get out on the water.
Harmon Park, located within a quarter mile
of the downtown area, has picnic tables, a
skateboard park and plenty of places for dogs
to play. While downtown, dogs and their
guardians can embark on one of the city’s six
historic district walking tours.
According to the owners, War Eagle Cavern
is one of the very few caves in the country that
allows dogs on tour. Officials at the cavern say
that as long as dogs are leashed and truly friendly, they are welcome to visit the cave.
Once you and Fido take a tour of the cave,
you can take a hike on the nature paths, pan
for treasure at the War Eagle Mining Co., and
lose yourself in the Lost in the Woods Maze.
ta k e
n ot e
The annual ARTrageous Parade winds its way down
Spring Street during the annual May Festival of the Arts.
Bull Shoals + Flippin
I would say that Marion County is truly one of the hidden gems of the Ozarks. Bull Shoals, which
is home to Bull Shoals dam, not only offers some of the best bass fishing on Bull Shoals Lake, as
well as trout fishing on the White River, but it is also a sleepy little tourist town that never seemed
to grow up, as did its neighbors in Eureka Springs to the southwest or Branson, MO, to the north.
One of the most famous lodging spots between Bull Shoals and Lakeview is Gaston’s
White River Resort.
“Everyone who works for Gaston’s has a dog,” says Logan Thomas, the resort’s customer service and marketing manager. Not only do the employees have dogs, but the resort has taken in
a couple of strays over the years that have become the official mascots for the resort. Mansford,
a spaniel mix, was named for one of the fishing guides; Aussie is a purebred Australian Shepherd. “Everything here revolves around them,” says Thomas.
There are 79 cottages at Gaston’s, and all are open to dogs. As a matter of fact, Thomas
says dogs are welcome in all areas of the resort, except for the restaurant. “We’ll watch dogs
sometimes if we have the time,” Thomas says. While staying at Gaston’s, visitors can also visit
Bull Shoals Caverns, and while dogs aren’t allowed on the cave tour, they are allowed to stroll the
grounds of Mountain Village 1890, a historic re-creation of an Ozark settlement.
While in Flippin, stop by Sodie’s, an old time pharmacy and soda fountain located in a restored train depot. Here, you can pick up a shirt that reads, “I visited Arkansas and all I got was
this Flippin’ t-shirt,” or take yourself back in time and have an old-fashioned ice cream soda
or float. Patio tables are available where you can sit with Fido and enjoy your favorite drink.
No matter if you’re coming to Northwestern Arkansas for the fishing, the shopping or just to
view the beauty of the Ozark Mountains, you and Fido are sure to have a good time.
For more information, visit www.nwatourism.org
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The cabellero's or cowboys, use dogs to
herd livestock, or as companionship.
Bruiser, now 13 years of age,
laboring up a steep hill in Chile;
Lorraine and Dog on the deck of the
three bedroom cabin in La Ballena.
opposite:
Chile Dogs
Heat Up
Earthquake shakes writer back to the States.
Story and photography by Lorraine Chittock
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ill you stop scratching?” I mumble from a deep sleep. Fleas. When I reach over to comfort
Dog, my hand grazes the wall. Vibrating. Like crazy. Raised in California, I don’t usually
get alarmed by earthquakes, but our cabin is constructed of wood, on stilts and perched on
an extremely steep hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Chile is having an 8.8 magnitude earthquake.
During the next 90 seconds the capital of Santiago will be displaced almost 10 inches west in what will
be Chile’s second worst earthquake. We’re in La Ballena, 200 miles north of the epicenter.
When the shaking worsens, I fling open the window and jump out stark naked onto the deck.
Boxes fall from atop the wardrobe as I lift Dog and Bruiser outside. Once my canine companions are
safe, I reach back inside to grab a comforter to drape around my body. My laptop containing all the
files for my new book Los Mutts, my passport, clothing and shoes stay inside. In a fraction of a second
I have decided what’s truly important in my life.
We keep watch on the ocean—calm though at this moment a tsunami is devastating several
coastal towns including Talhuanaco where our pack once camped for months. No electricity. The
blackout will affect 93 percent of Chile’s population. Amazingly, there is no damage to the threebedroom cabin we rent for $200 a month.
Six hours before the earthquake, I’d clicked “purchase” for an airline ticket to Dallas—a speaking and book
tour awaits me. Santiago’s International airport suffers structural damage. All flights are canceled. Communication is sporadic, but I’m able to reschedule. I check for news on how animals are coping.
Two years before, Mount Chaitén had erupted in Patagonia. Just as in New Orleans at the time of
Hurricane Katrina, residents of Chaitén were forced to evacuate the volcanic eruption without their
pets. More than 600 dogs were left behind. Animal lovers in Chile mobilized to create their country’s
first animal rescue operation. One of the first organizations on the ground was CEFU (Control Etico de
la Fauna Urbana or Ethical Treatment for Urban Animals, www.cefu.cl).
The 2010 earthquake affects a greater area. Entire cities are devastated and families are forced to
leave in search of food and supplies. CEFU immediately begins gathering volunteers and medical
supplies to help the animals. Many of the photos in Los Mutts are taken in Chile, including a few
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featuring CEFU in action.
While animal lovers rise to the occasion,
I scurry around getting ready for our flight.
Leashes. I can count on one hand the times I’ve
needed them in the past four years. During my
first months in Mexico I was stunned by how few
Latinos used them, even on busy streets. Owners trust that their dogs will watch for cars. With
street dogs, of which there are many, rules of the
road are often passed generation to generation
by traffic-savvy canine mothers. Pups not paying
attention get injured, or worse. Though limping
canines are not a rare sight, startlingly few bodies lie on highways, considering the huge preponderance of loose dogs.
On quiet streets I cautiously began doing the
same with Dog and Bruiser. Wandering off-lead
gave them the freedom to sniff dogs they liked and
avoid those they didn’t. Snarls were exchanged
but rarely escalated. More than four years later
and with stray mutt encounters in the hundreds,
Bruiser and Dog each had only one scratch on
both their faces. America will be different. I put
their old leads in crates that I’ve purchased from
Chile’s Home Depot.
At the airport I drop off the luggage at the
If you want to
smuggle illegal
goods into
America,
dogs could
be the ticket.
ticket counter before driving our trusty van to
the customs office—a gift for the Chilean government, since I’m unable to legally sell it. Dog,
Bruiser and I take a taxi back to the terminal.
Because of earthquake damage, huge tents are
erected for flights within Chile. The three of us
enter and exit through three. Each time Dog and
Bruiser are shooed by officials assuming they’re
strays. “Son mis perros. They are my dogs,” I reply laughing. A simple misunderstanding; I still
haven’t put on their collars. While living miles
from the nearest town, there’s never been a need.
Also unfamiliar is tarmac, cement and glass.
I feel like a country-bumpkin. Bruiser’s grin of
excitement spreads to anxiety when we arrive at
the American Airlines counter. Dog recognizes
the sheets I put inside her crate and immediately
dashes “home” and curls up inside. Bruiser, a dog
who loves his freedom more than any other, is
horrified about being incarcerated. He didn’t fare
well flying from his native country of Kenya to
San Franciso. But there is no way to return to
America other than by air. Driving back is out of
the question. I watch horrified as two men carry
my beloved, captive canines to a conveyor belt.
Dog and Bruiser watch horrified from inside their
plastic cages. What have I done?
Once I arrive at Gate 27, I grill everyone in an American Airlines uniform regarding if my
dogs are on board. On the tarmac at the bottom of the airline stairs two personnel reassure me
that my dogs are already in cargo. I’m relieved. And scared. Dog and Bruiser are both 13 years
old. For four years I’ve entertained fantasies of meeting someone with a private jet so we could
fly as a pack. That person never materialized. There is no choice.
It’s a very long 12 hours. I had booked a seat as close to the front as possible to ensure I’m
one of the first to disembark. Once out of the plane I jostle through other passengers who stroll
leisurely along the hallways. The woman at passport control takes forever to stamp my documents. At baggage claim I drag two big boxes off the conveyor belt onto a trolley. I’m so focused
on my luggage, I don’t notice two animal crates already on the ground. Dog and Bruiser!
Ten feet and paws prance, leap and bounce in ecstasy after 14 hours of separation. Airline
officials watch with misty eyes. No one says, “Dogs aren’t allowed outside their crates!”
An American Airlines worker asks if I need help. “Yes, please!” Two loose dogs are added
to my two huge boxes, two big dog crates, a duffle bag plus laptop. I’m only 105 pounds. “The
dogs need to be back in the crates,” the worker says apologetically. Dog whimpers with heartfelt
sounds I’ve never before heard.
If you want to smuggle illegal goods into America, dogs could be the ticket. Instead of lining
up like everyone else on the plane, we’re led to a special agriculture section. I’m the only one in
line. “Rabies?” the man asks. I hand him all my paperwork: the rabies and distemper certificates
from the vet and the form from SAG, Chile’s governmental agricultural office.
Meanwhile, the airline bellhop is asking numerous questions about my exotic dogs. After
such a long absence, I’ve forgotten my Kenyan mutts resemble dingoes to many Americans.
“What’s in your boxes?” asks the official baggage controller. “Four years worth of junk!” I reply.
To read more connect to www.FIDOFriendly.com/destinations/escape-from-chile.
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Blind
Ambition
Interview by Susan Sims, Publisher
P h o t o g r aphy by C h r ist o ph e r A m e r u o s o
N
icollette Sheridan sat down with FIDO Friendly to talk about National Guide Dog Month
and joining Natural Balance Pet Foods, PETCO and independent pet stores to support
the cause.
FIDO Friendly: Tell us about your role as spokesperson for National Guide Dog Month and how did
you become involved?
Nicollette Sheridan: Natural Balance is a company that I believe in. I love their organic kibble
and so does my very finicky dog, Oliver. They are people who truly care about animals and have
huge hearts. When it was brought to my attention that Natural Balance, PETCO and independent
pet stores were raising money to help the blind with gifting these incredibly smart and loving dogs to
comfort and guide them through their lives—I couldn’t wait to help in any way I could. Guide Dogs
of the Desert is a wonderful organization that provides all services to the blind at no charge. I had
the privilege of spending time with them and working with their puppies and grown guide dogs. The
money being raised in the month of September will enable Guide Dogs of the Desert and all guide
dog schools across the country to help raise many more dogs in their programs that will help give
the “miracle of independence” to so many more people in need. Every PETCO across the country is
participating. When you make a purchase at PETCO or a participating independent pet store near
you—you can round up your payment and every penny will go to aiding a blind person in need. Or
you can simply make a donation. Quality of life is something we all deserve so let’s make a difference
and help the blind find their way.
FF: What do you want our readers to know about these special dogs?
NS: Dogs like to have a job. Purpose is as important to them as it is to us. I am blessed to have Oliver
in my life. He is a constant source of love, comfort and companionship. There’s nothing like having
your best friend right next to you in times of need or times of joy. The love of a dog is very healing. These special dogs are incredibly bright and highly intuitive. At times they will have to make
decisions on their own to insure the safety of their person—and they do. This is called “intelligent
disobedience.” They are kind, loving and always there for you.
FF: Tell us about your own dog Oliver. Does he travel with you?
NS: Yes. Oliver goes everywhere with me. He is my co-pilot in the car. He’s my fearless leader on the horse
trails. He is my restaurant connoisseur (patios preferred). He’s my ball boy on the tennis court. He’s my
fiercest chess opponent. He has a large command of the English language—he’s learning scrabble.
Alpha Team
“I’ve always loved dogs, and this is a special
way to celebrate the unique bond between
dogs and their owners” said Nicollette Sheridan.
“It takes over two years and $40,000 to properly
train a guide dog. Together, we can help make
a difference for this important cause.”
Throughout September, pet parents can
visit any of PETCO’s more than 950 locations
nationwide, as well as many independent
pet stores, and buy specially marked bags
of Natural Balance dog food with Nicollette
Sheridan’s picture on them, and 50 cents of
the purchase price will be donated to participating guide dog schools. Shoppers can
also “round up” their purchases at the register
to donate the difference to the cause, or donate money at the register, or make donations
directly online at www.PETCO.com. Since 1989, Dick Van Patten and his partner Joey Herrick have been supplying the
public with premium quality dog and cat
foods. Today Natural Balance Pet Foods,
Inc has grown into an international company. The Natural Balance ultra premium
line of pet foods for dog and cats, includes:
Ultra Premium dry and canned dog and
cat food; dog food rolls in three varieties:
lamb, beef and turkey; treats for dogs, organic dog food; allergy formulas; eatables
for dogs, gourmet canned dog foods made
in a USDA-approved plant that makes food
for people and zoological formulas made for
lions, tigers, cheetahs, polar bears, snakes and
carnivorous birds. Natural Balance is available
FF: What have you learned from your dog?
at PETCO and local independent pet stores.
NS: You’ll have to ask him—he has me very well trained.
www.naturalbalance.net
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There’s
nothing like
having your
best friend
right next to
you in times of
need or times
of joy.
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