Decades ago, my grandfather was the pharmacist at a downtown Rexall Drug store, but his heart lay in the outdoors. He was well known as an avid fly fisherman, and also helped to establish the first duck hunting club in Utah; the Utah Duck Club. His true passion, however, was in training hunting dogs, a passion that was handed down to me. I mostly train bird … [Read more...]
Salt Lake’s Dog Friendly Restaurant Patios
If you like your four legged best friend to accompany you while dining out, Salt Lake City is then the right place to live in. Here is the list of twenty Salt Lake's dog friendly restaurant patios approved and supplied to Utah Stories by the Salt Lake County Health Department. Allies American Grill 480 South Wakara Way Brewhouse Pub 1722 South Fremont … [Read more...]
A New Leash on Life: A Nurse Practitioner Finds Happiness As A Dog Walker
“Scratch a dog and you’ll find a permanent job.” - Franklin P. Jones, humorist. Missy Berkel has a new leash on life. This January, Missy started All Good Dogs dog-walking service. After spending 17 years working in the medical field, Missy has reinvented her professional life and now spends her days in the company of canines. “Working as a nurse practitioner is a hard … [Read more...]
Love Your Neighbor? Pick Up After Your Dog!
Pick it up. It sounds so simple, and is, but the pervasive problem of people not cleaning up their dogs’ feces is not only disgusting and annoying but is a potential health hazard for you and your pets. Anyone who has lived in an apartment complex has encountered this rampant situation, whether they contribute to it or not. Unfortunately, it is all too common of a sight to … [Read more...]
Road Tripping Wyoming: Part One–Evanston
Evanston Wyoming: For as long as I can remember this has been the place to buy liquor, kegs, and fireworks. Evanston, similar to her sister city on the border of Utah and Nevada, Wendover--is where Utahns go to sin. Or so was the reputation I heard when I was growing up. I've never bothered spending time here; I've only filled my gas tank at truck stops a few times. And … [Read more...]
Help for Hogan the Shriner Service Dog
Hogan is a 12 year old heeler mix and has been living with us since she was rescued. She is a sweet loving girl considering everything she has been through. Hogan’s history is long. Hogan is a three-legged girl that was rescued out of the Nevada desert early 2008. She had been living out there for 5-6 months, possibly … [Read more...]
Justice for Geist: The Backyard Dog Killed By SLC Officer
An estimated 2,000 people attended the rally at the Public Safety building in downtown Salt Lake City holding signs reading “Justice For Geist!” “Put a leash on killer cops” “My dogs are my children.” “Pets R Family.” Chants ranged from “Hold Him Accountable” to “Fire Officer Olsen!” The latter refers to Officer Brett Olsen, who shot and killed Sean Kendall’s Weimaraner, Geist … [Read more...]
Adopting a Shelter Dog in Utah
A person who gives a gift this holiday season must be sure they are not giving an unwanted responsibility. While Christmas may seem like the time to give a friend or loved one an adoptive pet, shelters encourage shoppers to be careful when considering getting a pet for someone else. “Don’t enter into it lightly,” says Carl Arky, Director of Communications at the Humane … [Read more...]