Community
Skull Preservation and Sustainable Cremation: Alternative Pet Memorials
These two Utah animal lovers are in the business of providing alternative ways to keep the memory of your furry (and scaly) friends alive. … read more
Mike Brown (Still) Hates Horses
Overall, I still hate horses and they still scare me. But Helen is my friend, and if that’s her thing I’ll support it. … read more
Ruff Haven Crisis Sheltering Keeps Pets With Their People
Ruff Haven cares for pets whose owners are facing dangerous situations such as domestic violence, evictions or prolonged hospitalization. … read more
The Magic of a Treat: A Dog’s Review of Pet-Friendly...
Ma & Paws Bakery, a local pet bakery, provided SLUG with two dog treat recipes. Writer Katie Hatzfeld tested them out and her dog, Blue, shared his thoughts. … read more
Whiskers: Giving Second Chances To Cats In Need
Whiskers is a rescue and rehabilitation nonprofit that specializes in finding homes for senior and disabled cats, who make better companions than some may think. … read more
Slobbery Kisses and Well-Wishes: Preston Chiaro’s Therapy Pups
ITA was founded 30 years ago in Salt Lake with the goal of providing positive animal-assisted interactions to those in need. … read more
“Ruff” But Rewarding: A Look at Professional Dog Hikers’ Daily...
The regular sunshine, fresh air and the satisfaction of providing a dog, and their owner, a positive experience is invaluable. … read more
Bold & Beautiful: Shortcake the Clown
Shortcake describes themself as a maladaptive daydreamer—they once had recurring visions of a clown during intrusive daydreams. … read more
Bold & Beautiful: Baby J
When Baby J was 19 years old, he convinced his older sister to go pole dancing for her birthday. He never expected it would lead him to a fulfilling career as a pole dancer, sensual movement artist and boylesquer. … read more
Andrew Earley Creates a Haven for Artsy Outcasts Through AAMP
Starting a business and fostering a community can be difficult, but Earley chooses to keep a positive attitude and continue to push forward. … read more
People Over Property: Wasatch Tenants United Shows the Political Power...
Wasatch Tenants United (WTU), a volunteer-run organization advocating for dignified housing, exists to stop this pattern of discouragement in its tracks. … read more
Mike Farnsworth: Building Community Across Two Worlds
Though Farnsworth is hesitant to call himself a leader, he says that the most important thing in both the hardcore and NMD communities is to lead by example. … read more
