March 2024
For our March Pets Issue, tattoo artist Bryan Vigil @patrick_cat_tattoo masterfully crafted a portrait featuring Rusty and Tuna, two cats available for adoption through Whiskers cat rescue. Check out our feature on Vigil’s pet tattoos and learn about Whiskers inside the issue!
Coloring Cats & Dogs: The Tattoo Artistry of Bryan Vigil
Vigil has found a way to connect on a deep level with each piece and person he tattoos, as well as their furry friend. … 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
Scales and Tails: Do Snakes Deserve their Deadly Reputation?
As proprietor of the Utah reptile sanctuary Scales & Tails, Shane Richins counters myths misrepresenting snakes as heartless killers. … read more
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
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
Underdog Animal Rescue and Rehab: Giving Reservation Dogs a New...
Although they have a long road ahead of them, Underdog Rescue is determined to continue to do what it does best: community outreach and free clinics. … 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
Localized: The Medicine Company
Still riding the high of a recent sold-out show at The State Room, MedCo is in the process of developing a new album defined by “heavy psych-rock, doom metal and a darker sound.” … read more
Localized: Graveljaw Keaton
Armed with a hollow body Gibson and a stripped-down pedal board, Graveljaw Keaton creates looping melodies as layered and expansive as a smokey sunrise over Mount Olympus. … read more
SLUG Style: Emily Ard
A mother of 16 spiders, Emily Ard explores the darker side of fashion through her love of Halloween and heavy metal. … 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
