Franklin family’s dogs taken by animal officer, placed with new owners

FRANKLIN, Maine — Last fall, the Warren family had two Golden Retrievers, Bella and Jake, that were considered integral members of a household which includes four young children.

Now the dogs have been placed with a new owner somewhere in New England after they took off from the Warrens’ yard in early November and failed to return.

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Make No Bones About Pet Travel: Unparalleled Pampering
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Tandem pet & pet owner massage at Hermosa Inn

PARADISE VALLEY, ARIZONA, JANUARY 28, 2011 – Who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? The historic Hermosa Inn, a gem of a desert hideaway in Paradise Valley, Arizona -- one of Condé Nast Traveler’s top small resorts in the world -- has launched an all-new, unparalleled Pet Package for guests who would like to bring along their canine companions and pamper them too. The package includes:

  • One-night stay in a Casita, Deluxe Casita or Grande Casita;
  • Welcome Amenity: Dog treat from Oh My Dog! Pet Boutique; fruit and bottled water for dog owner;
  • 60-minute in-room Canine Massage with one of the only licensed canine massage therapists in Arizona;
  • 60-minute in-room Spa Treatment for dog owner;
  • Doggie “Tuck in to Bed” – dog walk plus dog movie (e.g. “Lassie” or “101 Dalmatians”);
  • Breakfast in bed for dog and dog owner;
  • Includes standard dog amenities: dog bed and bowl.

The Pet Package starts from $599 per night for a Casita. Package excludes occupancy tax and gratuity. Must be booked 48 hours in advance.


Dog tuck in bed     Dog guest arrival 2
                         

 Beyond the special pet package, the Zagat-rated Hermosa Inn allows pets to stay for free and does not have weight limits for pets, unlike many hotels. The Hermosa Inn’s Canine Concierge can help guests find local dog parks and nearby veterinarians among other services. The Inn provides bowls for water and food as well as a custom-embroidered Hermosa Inn dog bed in two sizes for the use of dog guests. Treats and canine services are provided by Oh My Dog! Pet Boutique. Additional items are available à la carte including Pawdicures (dog pedicures), Doga session (dog yoga), canine massage, pet taxi service, half- or full-day spa day care and dog walking.
 
The Hermosa Inn is just minutes from Scottsdale, yet surrounded by an exclusive neighborhood in Paradise Valley. Hand-crafted by cowboy artist Lon Megargee as his private residence, the inn’s adobe architecture has kept its “old Arizona” character and charm.
 
All 34 casitas at The Hermosa Inn are surrounded by colorful landscaping and beautiful desert vistas. The $2 million remodel retains the legendary personality and intimate atmosphere of the original hacienda, enhancing the accommodations with fabulous new amenities for the more upscale experience that today’s discerning guests prefer. The culinary centerpiece of the inn is LON’s, the celebrated AAA Four Diamond restaurant renowned for “artful American” cuisine.
 
The Hermosa Inn is located at 5532 North Palo Cristi, Paradise Valley, Arizona 85253. Call toll-free 1-800-241-1210 or visit www.hermosainn.com