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You just got back from a yearly routine exam for Fido, and your vet told you that it's time to start brushing your 3-year-old collie's teeth. To top it off he gave you a soft doggie toothbrush with special toothpaste just for dogs. He showed you the simple steps of how to brush your furry friend's teeth, and explained to you how proper maintenance of Fido's teeth could be a lifesaver in the long run. According to the American Veterinary Association, oral disease is the... Full story
The Sisters High School commons was converted into a maze of educational experiments, demonstrations and displays on Saturday, for the fourth annual Sisters Science Fair. The air buzzed with activity as students from all three Sisters public schools shared their creative abilities, knowledge, and interests with others. Students and adult exhibitors showed off a wide range of hands-on demonstrations, from robots and dust explosions to a ping-pong cannon and lemon batteries. Sis... Full story
A very tiny brown and black female puppy was surrendered at BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond a couple of weeks ago after a man had found the little rottweiler mix for sale in an ad on Craigslist. He purchased the four-week-old puppy for his girlfriend, but she decided against it. The puppy had a severe eye infection upon arrival and was looked at by a veterinarian. She would need special drops in her left eye every three hours and needed to be fostered by a volunteer. Brigh... Full story
Sisters Christian Academy enthusiastically adopted 2-year-old Mason Fronk as their "sparrow" during an assembly on Wednesday, February 4. The students were overjoyed and ready to rally for Mason by doing community service to raise funds to help with the child's ongoing medical expenses. Students in Sparrow Clubs across the region "adopt" children in medical crisis and earn donated funds through community service. Sisters Christian Academy's Sparrow Club is sponsored by the Wei... Full story
Bringing a new puppy into your home will change your life forever. Puppies are definitely a lot of work, but can also bring plenty of joy to you and your family's world. Raising a puppy takes lots of preparation, practice and patience, plus a good dose of common sense. It can be a rewarding experience, but also pretty exhausting. Much like human babies, a puppy needs love, attention and playtime. She also needs potty training, vaccinations and toys that she can chew on. When... Full story
Seven students ages 6 to 18 and seven adults, including Sisters teachers Heather Johnson, Gail Greaney, and Casey Pallister, will travel to the Good Samaritan School in Masaka, Uganda, on March 20 to deliver assistance to their "sister school." Osborn Muyanja, director and founder of the Good Samaritan School in Masaka, Uganda, visited the Sisters High School (SHS) health classroom last February to share the story of his upbringing and how he started a school for 17 orphans... Full story
Circle of Friends hosted a packed clubhouse for their second annual open house January 28 at their headquarters on Hood Avenue. Everyone in the community was invited to attend to learn about the mentoring program and about the ways that they can impact a child in Sisters community by becoming a mentor or friend. "We just placed two new mentors with friends, which brings us up to around 24 mentors today. And we have eight to 10 children just waiting to be matched with a... Full story
Lola Bean, a 4-year-old English bulldog who has gained fame in numerous walks for charity causes, has recently had major surgery for ACL tears in both legs. Now the Sisters community is reaching out to help with her medical bills. Lola's claim to fame started with the Feedin' the People Charity Walk in Bend a few years ago. Pet parent Brian Foutz of Sisters remembers her first walk. "Lola walked along with my wife, Genny, and I (sic) in the parade with a pink bandana. And... Full story
Giovanna Medola, a native of Atibaia, Brazil, dreamed of being an exchange student for years. After signing up with the foreign exchange program, taking tests and filling out forms, she finally got the opportunity to be able to meet kids from a different culture. The exchange program chose the city she would be living in - Sisters, Oregon. Medola arrived in Sisters last September to live with her host family, guitar in tow, speaking fluent English, which is her second... Full story
Opportunity knocked for students of all ages when illustrator Dave McMacken from Astoria held an art seminar at Sisters High School last Thursday. When Bethany Gunnarson, Sisters High School art teacher, walked into McMacken's gallery, Ratz & Company, in Astoria while on vacation, she was impressed with his illustrations. She asked McMacken to come to Sisters to do a workshop and he agreed. "This is a wonderful chance for my students to see some professional artwork, and Dave... Full story
Dogs have had 15,000 years to evolve from being primarily meat-eaters into omnivores capable of digesting both animal and plant nutrients. When it comes to nutrition, dogs are a lot like people. They can live healthy lives while eating a variety of food. Meats, vegetables, and grains, all can be a part of your dog's diet. If you want to get technical, dogs actually belong to a category of meat-eaters called "facultative carnivores," which is so close in functional behavior to... Full story
Unlike many pets, cats arrive in your home with few requirements. Cats crave a high-quality food, seek a safe, stimulating environment, and will cuddle up when given lots of love. And, of course, they need veterinary care and a few sunlit window perches. But there is one very important thing that every indoor cat or kitten needs: a litter box and suitable litter. Inappropriate elimination is the most common reason cats are given up to shelters and one of the most common... Full story
Some folks might remember the ad that was placed in The Nugget last March by a hiker who had found a sweet female beagle on the summit of Black Butte. She had no collar and was shaking under a tree. There was fresh snow on the ground and no evidence of other hikers or people up there. The ad also contained a captivating photo of the beagle that gained popularity among Sisters folks who still would like to know if she has found a good home. Two months before the ad was placed,... Full story
You've caught the flu and you really feel poorly. Fido watches your every move and won't leave your side all day, which is out of the norm for him. Could he be feeling empathy? Two recent studies are moving us closer than ever to a definite answer. In a UK study, two researchers at Goldsmiths College in London, Deborah Custance and Jennifer Mayer, set out to determine if dogs are capable of empathy. They designed a clever experiment to test whether a dog's behavior around... Full story
The beginning of a new year provides folks with a fresh start and an opportunity to begin again. Every year, January 1 gives us hope for the future and the ability to shut the door on the past. It is the day we resolve to leave the past behind and move forward, it allows for a magical sense of renewal and a chance to start fresh. It is the day to fill ourselves up with courage and tell ourselves this is the year we will start doing more of the things we want and stop doing... Full story
Call them legends or even old wives' tales, but don't call them facts. Whether it's a tip from a neighbor or something you remember from long ago, myths about dogs can steer you in the wrong direction. These myths have been around since the domestication of dogs, and some of them stick around even today. Here are some misconceptions about dogs that just won't die: It was once believed that dogs could see only in black and white. Many people still think this is the case. Dogs... Full story
With cats being the mysterious creatures they are, a number of myths have sprung up around them. Some are ridiculous - such as a cat being able to suck the breath from a baby. Cats do not have any mystical ability to suck away a baby's breath; this is nothing more than an old wives tale, stemming from the longtime belief that cats were symbols of evil. During the 13th and 14th century it was believed a cat could suck the soul out of a baby. Their associations with witches and... Full story
Circle of Friends founder, Duncan Campbell, was surprised after arriving Monday afternoon to what he thought was going to be a meeting at the organization's office on the corner of Hood Avenue and Pine Street. Since 2013, local Central Oregon KTVZ NewsChannel 21, MidOregon Credit Union, and CoEnergy Propane have been giving away $500 every month to individuals who go above and beyond with the campaign "Pay it Forward." Months ago, without telling anyone, Beth Hanson, Circle... Full story
You've been working from home for two years and have a year-old dog that you are able to give lots of attention to. Then one day things change and you have to work outside the home. A latchkey kid is a child who returns from school to an empty home because his or her parent or parents are away at work, or a child who must spend part of the day alone and unsupervised, as when the parents are away at work. There are now many afterschool programs that offer a safe place for the... Full story
A Sisters veteran has a new buddy, thanks to an adoption program through Three Rivers Humane Society in Madras. The "Patriot Pals" program launched last November, in celebration of Veterans Day. The program is designed to give military veterans who have been diagnosed with PTSD the opportunity to adopt a shelter dog at a greatly reduced rate. "The dogs available for adoption at the shelter through this program have the right temperament required to that of a therapy or... Full story
Sisters Dance Academy winter recital titled "This is My Wish" dazzled a full house at the Sisters High School Auditorium on Saturday, as dancers aged 3 to 18 performed ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop, Broadway and contemporary, donning bright colorful costumes depicting the holiday season. "Tonight we are going to let each performance flow into one another, and as we do that, I want you to think about the theme that we have chosen this year as you watch these dancers perform. As... Full story
Your furry friend has become a good play buddy with Sparky, your sister's dog. Each time Sparky comes to visit they play chase and romp around the yard for an hour until they are both exhausted from their fun interaction. Just like us, dogs are social animals, and many enjoy spending time with each other. Remember that they are descendants of wolves, who ran in packs. They enjoy interacting with people, other dogs and yes, even other species, such as cats and farm animals.... Full story
A new choir has debuted in Sisters this holiday season - a children's choir, directed by Lola Knox. Last September Knox, director of Sisters High Desert Bell Choir, decided to form a children's choir in Sisters. The choir is open to all kids in the community, ages 4 to 7, who love to sing. "In the beginning it was difficult getting the kids together after school, since there were many other activities going on, and I didn't want to interfere with the choir program in the eleme... Full story
Santa has been really busy in Sisters this holiday season. First he put in an appearance in the Christmas parade and then visited all afternoon with boys and girls - but he couldn't go back to the North Pole without a visit with Sisters' furry kids; it's an annual tradition. Since many people consider their dogs and cats as cherished members of the family, it's no wonder that folks want photos not just of their children with Santa, but their pets as well. Loads of folks... Full story
You've just adopted a 10-week-old puppy from the local humane society. There's a lot to learn about your new furry friend, and one of the most important decisions you'll make as a pet parent is finding a quality health-care provider for him. When you bring a new pet into your life, you are responsible from that day forward for his care, which includes nutrition, safety and health. Selecting the right veterinarian is a personal decision, but you'll want to choose a practice... Full story
