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Some of us have a fairytale image of a child and his dog. Think of Lassie and Timmy, Dorothy and Toto, or even Snoopy and Charlie Brown. You may have memories of your own cherished pet. But are children and dogs a perfect match? It depends. Dogs can be a source of unconditional love and a wonderful companion for your kids, and a dog can help teach responsibility, empathy, foster self-esteem and promote physical activity. As of 2010, over 45 percent of households in the United... Full story
The Roundhouse Foundation has a strong interest in ensuring that Sisters' creative community remains dynamic. In an effort to further its support for the visual arts and artists in Sisters and Central Oregon, The Roundhouse Foundation invited a group of eight artists who responded from a pool of 30 to experience workshops, artist in residency, and shared-space programing at various schools of art throughout the country. Each artist attended a different workshop at either... Full story
You adopted her as a tiny kitten and now she's eight months old. She's an indoor cat and it's gotten nice outside. The windows are open so fresh air circulates around your home. Kitty loves to curl up on her window perch in the sunshine taking in all the glorious aromas of the great outdoors. But lately she's been lurking by the front door just waiting for the perfect escape. Everybody has a touch of cabin fever, and, after all, living inside isn't an entirely natural... Full story
Dogs are living longer thanks to advances in veterinary medicine. But longevity also increases the odds that Rover will suffer from some sort of degenerative joint disease (DJD), or osteoarthritis. As your dog ages, things that were once second nature become an effort. Arthritis can make your dog miss out on the fun things he used to enjoy. Running becomes a stiff walk, a jump to his favorite chair is no longer possible, and lying down is accompanied by a deep groan.... Full story
Sisters has been hit with an arctic blast that brought ice-cold temperatures, snow, and freezing rain. It's cold outside, and even though playing in the snow can be great fun for you and your dog, keep in mind that frigid cold can also be dangerous for your furry friend! A pooch who gets too cold could develop hypothermia; a condition that occurs when a dog's body temperature falls below normal. If his temperature continues to fall, the muscles stiffen, his breathing and... Full story
Rabbits are intelligent social animals. And they make wonderful companions - for the right people. According to current data from the American Pet Products Manufacturers' Association (APPMA), rabbit ownership has increased dramatically over the past decade. There are now approximately 5.3 million companion rabbits owned by 2.2 million households in America. Many pet parents frequently characterize themselves as a dog person or a cat person. But who, exactly, is a rabbit... Full story
Rollo, a 3-year-old mastiff/lab mix, was surrendered to Three Rivers Humane Society in January 2016 when his owners lost their home in a Sisters fire. This gentle giant, weighing in at 115 pounds, is a sweet boy, although he has been the product of some unfortunate circumstances. Not long after he was surrendered to the shelter someone adopted him - but it wasn't a good fit. "The people who adopted him from our shelter surrendered him to the Willamette Humane Society in Salem... Full story
Sisters Dance Academy winter recital, "Celebrations Around the World," dazzled a full house at the Sisters High School Auditorium on Saturday, as dancers ages 3 to 18 performed ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop, Broadway and contemporary; wearing bright colorful costumes depicting celebrations around globe. Exquisitely costumed performers depicted Christmas, Hanukkah, The Chinese New Year, St. Patrick's Day and much more in a diversity-themed event. "The reason I came up with this... Full story
Eight excited kids, mentored by Circle of Friends volunteers, exemplified the meaning of the season by hunting for holiday gifts for their families on Monday. With gift certificates for Habitat for Humanity Thrift Store donated by ZoselHarper Realtors, the kids were ready to shop. The kids collected items for grandparents, parents, and siblings and even the family pet. With a wide selection of stuffed animals, home décor, Christmas decorations, tools, games, puzzles,... Full story
This time you went out of your way and bought something you think Kitty would love for dinner. The purest grain-free tuna you could find. But she walked away after one sniff. Meanwhile, Rover wolfs down his food. No problem. How many times has your furry feline friend turned her nose up at the food you so lovingly provided? We all have favorite foods, but felines can be downright fussy when it comes to what they will or won't dine on. And they'll often decide not to like... Full story
When 9-year-old Lauren Martin asked for riding lessons at a small dressage barn in Salem three years ago, she had no idea that her love of horses would lead her on a whirlwind journey of events that would change her life. Today, at 12 years old, Martin is an accomplished dressage rider with local, regional, and national honors to her credit. Dressage is a French term meaning "training" and its purpose is to develop the horse's natural athletic ability and willingness to work,... Full story
Last Friday evening, hundreds of folks gathered among friends and family for one of the most anticipated holiday traditions in Sisters: the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Fir Street Park. This American holiday tradition continues to bring citizens together to share in a message of hope and peace. Long before the coming of Christianity, plants and trees that remained green all year had a special meaning for people in winter. Just as people today decorate their... Full story
The temperatures are finally dropping in Sisters Country, and with winter on the way it's important to prepare your furry friends for the cold months ahead. It is a fallacy to believe that cats and dogs can withstand cold temperatures just because they have fur. Cold weather can be hard on pets, just like it is on people. Dogs, like people, need to come inside more quickly after walking or playing during frigid weather. After walking or playing with Rover outdoors, towel-dry... Full story
With the hustle and bustle of the holidays approaching, it's easy to overlook your pets and how they might react to all the new holiday decorations, food and foliage. When it comes to the tantalizing new decorations and increased activity around the house, remember to think like your furry friend. Your curious cat or rambunctious dog is like a human kid in a layer of fur when it comes to their curiosity level about holiday lights, decorations, wrapped presents, and the aroma... Full story
Bend resident Cheryl Crawford has always been a huge fan of the Ellen DeGeneres Show, and when her son Kyle in California told her he had VIP tickets for them to go see her favorite talk-variety show, Crawford was overjoyed. The Ellen DeGeneres Show, hosted by comedian/actress Ellen DeGeneres, first aired in 2003 and combines comedy, celebrity, musical guests and human-interest stories. The program often features audience-participation games where prizes are awarded. "I was... Full story
Some 2 percent of the 30 to 40 million community (feral and stray) cats in the United States have been spayed or neutered. Unneutered outdoor cats produce around 80 percent of the kittens born in the U.S. every year. And these cats are roaming the parks, parking lots, backyards and back roads of America. That includes Sisters Country. The more folks understand community cats and the complicated issues related to them, the more effectively they can help them by reducing cat... Full story
Most pet parents like to think they are providing a healthy, happy life for their dog. You try to feed him quality food, give him lots of love, and toss the ball around the backyard whenever you have time. But there is a lot more that goes into raising Rover. Since most dogs have a cheerful manner, it can be difficult to tell if there are things that you can do differently to improve their lifestyle. Obesity is one of the most common problems in dogs today and it can shorten... Full story
Halloween can be loads of fun for parents and kids. And as spooky little ghouls, ghosts and monsters begin their traditional trick-or-treating, it can also be the scariest night of the year, especially for your pet. And if safety precautions aren't taken, it can also be a hazardous time for your four-legged companion. Most veterinary practices, especially emergency clinics, will be on a high alert on Halloween as they deal with emergency pet issues occurring on this festive da... Full story
Thousands of folks from all over the Pacific Northwest rolled into town for the 41st annual Sisters Harvest Faire hosted by the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce last weekend on Main Avenue. Fairgoers browsed through 170 juried artisan vendors that showcased quality handmade items from textiles and wood-carvings to pottery and glasswork. There were novelties for everyone's taste. Scott Pieper from Sisters Country and owner of Panorama Ranch brought along a few alpaca, and it wa... Full story
Recently my precious eight-year-old cat Jasmine was diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney disease after having a blood test. I was totally blindsided and didn't have a clue she was critically ill. She hid her illness tactfully, and by the time I noticed she had lost over a pound the disease had nearly destroyed her kidneys. I missed the warning signs that something was wrong with my cat. Jasmine had also been diagnosed with chronic colitis when she was a year old and had always been... Full story
The Pacific Northwest brewing scene is in full bloom, and when the aroma of fresh hops saturated the air around Village Green on Saturday, hundreds of folks flocked to the seventh annual Sisters Fresh Hop Festival. The festival was hosted by Three Creeks Brewing and the proceeds benefited the American Cancer Society. The Festival featured unique fresh-hop brews from 25 breweries around the state of Oregon. Each participating brewery had at least one fresh-hop beer. Hops are... Full story
Sisters resident Maureen Palmer recently contacted The Nugget with a complaint regarding off leash dogs at Sisters Elementary School (SES). Palmer's house backs up to SES and she recently witnessed a pair of off-leash dogs taking down a young deer with the animal crying in terror. At another time from behind her fence, she watched a young buck being attacked by off-leash dogs (the buck's tongue was torn nearly out of its mouth as she watched it limp away). Palmer has seen... Full story
Twenty-five years ago Sisters Habitat for Humanity founder Hort Hammond knew that some folks in Sisters needed affordable housing, so he organized Habitat for Humanity in Sisters. Habitat is dedicated to more than building homes; it's about building communities, and building opportunities for families to help themselves. On Sunday, September 18, Habitat celebrated their 25th anniversary of building homes with groundbreakings followed by a dedication ceremony for their 60th... Full story
The theme for this year's Sisters Folk Festival poster "Hot Dogs," an original painting by Dennis McGregor, portrays an eclectic bunch of dogs sitting around a campfire enjoying music together. Sharing music together around a campfire shaped cultures and maybe even helped develop our ability to understand one another. McGregor captures the communal feeling of the musical experience that happens to all of us during the three-day weekend at Sisters Folk Festival (SFF). It's the... Full story
When the East Pointers kicked off the 21st Sisters Folk Festival at Village Green Park, the house was packed. And after just a few tunes the Canadian trio became a crowd favorite with their enthusiastic charm, upbeat Celtic rhythm and extraordinary skill. With fiddler Tim Chaisson, tenor banjoist Koady Chaisson, and Jack Charron playing guitar, the multitasking talents helped to create a sound which makes it hard to believe there were only three players. The inspiring... Full story
