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Helen M. Davis Adam Rosenthal has always loved dogs. Big, small, in between, he thinks they are all great and he has a way with them that even the shyest of dogs will respond to. He knows how they communicate, and what they react to best. He understands the various breeds and what their particular needs are. It just comes naturally to him, this way he has with dogs. Previously, Rosenthal and partner Krystina Carson ran Why Cook?, the small take-out eatery located on Highway 126 that is now occupied by Joy Cart. It was a mixed bag, this small establishment. While Rosenthal loves to cook, especially Italian food, not everybody was appreciative of his efforts and some even unfairly took advantage of his good nature. It became apparent that it was time to find another venture and in October 2021, after six years of business, Why Cook? was closed. Rosenthal had been volunteering with a local rescue and training dogs for them at this same time and he was aware of the need for doggy day care. He wanted to work with dogs in his next venture and in January of this 2022, The Paw House Northwest opened for business. Located in the home Rosenthal and Carson share with daughters Meggan and Amelia on two acres off of Ellmaker Road, The Paw House offers a variety of services, boarding being chief among them. Dogs stay at the Paw House for as short a time as one night to as long as 15 nights. There is an eight-dog limit, and Rosenthal insists on a “meet and greet” so he can get a feel for the dog’s personality and how it will get along with other dogs in the home. The Paw House is fully insured, and dog owners also must sign a waiver releasing The Paw House from liability. While being boarded, dogs divide their time between crates in the dining area with its well-stocked shelves of dog toys, lounging in the living room, and roaming the large, fully fenced yard, where they are given the opportunity to exercise by playing games like fetch. Higher energy dogs are treated to Rosenthal slapping on a pair of roller blades for a run down the street or even in Eugene along the bike paths. As Rosenthal states, “A tired dog is a happy dog.” Procedures are in place to keep separate dogs who don’t get along as one of the main tasks is keeping boarders safe. However, many clients are regular users of The Paw House and, as a result, their dogs have become well acquainted. Senior dogs are welcome at The Paw House, as are dogs with medical needs. Dog walking is another service offered by The Paw House. During Covid lockdown many people adopted “pandemic pups.” Now that they are back at work, there is a need for their dog to have interaction during the day and this is where The Paw House comes in. Some dogs will be brought to Rosenthal to stay for the day rather than be alone, while others are left at home where he will go and take them for a walk that can last from 30 minutes to an hour. Rosenthal will also visit a client’s home for a drop in visit with their dog to provide care in the comfort of familiar surroundings. “We want people to know that they can trust us,” says Rosenthal. “That we will be like a family member.” For those who wish to have a well-trained dog, but do not have the time or the patience to do so themselves, Rosenthal offers a two-week program to teach basic obedience while the client dog stays in his home. Dogs that need behavioral modification are also welcome as Rosenthal has experience in this as well. Once a person becomes a client of The Paw House, they can use an app to schedule a walk and there is also an app that allows the user to create an account, track payments, see their history, and schedule times for boarding, etc. The Paw House Northwest has a website, www.thepawhousenw.com and can also be found on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Rosenthal hasn’t given up on running a restaurant completely, however. One of these days, he may open another eatery. But, for now, he is content to work with dogs and their people and he enjoys the way his work is appreciated by both humans and canines. A waving tail, a slobbery kiss, an exposed tummy waiting to be rubbed, it’s all in a day’s work for Rosenthal and he wouldn’t have it any other way. This is his passion, these dogs who come to stay, to learn, to play, and to just hang out. He loves them all and they love him right back. He is lucky. For it’s not everyone who can work at what brings joy and laughter and gain so much from those of God’s creatures who ask so little in return. Comments are closed.
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