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“Loews Hotels was the first national hotel chain to launch a pet program with the introduction of Loews Loves Pets in 2000.” contest for the best dressed VIP as well as offer pet-friendly gourmet food from our doggy in-room menu and a canine massage during the event,” she says. “Money raised from the ticket sales of the event is donated to the Pinellas County Humane Society.” Supporting animal shelters and charities is certainly a great way to get the word out about your product or service. Dog Fashion Spa, for instance, has a Charity of the Month (CONTINUED ON PAGE 56) At The Spa at Las Ventanas, canine massage treatments are done away from the spa, such as outdoors, to avoid any potential disruptions toward other spa guests. tommy peters michael tompkins West Coast Business Development Manager • [ comfort zone ] north america • New York, New York name of pet: Olive name of pet: sasha lynn Board Director • PALM Health • St. Louis, Missouri Breed: Long-haired mini dachshund Breed: Miniature French Bulldog “Sasha Lynn is our “daughter” and she is spoiled beyond belief! She goes to the groomers monthly to get a proper bath along with her mani and pedi. We have enough dog toys at home you would think we have three dogs! It seems every time we go to the dog store to buy her food, we end up spending more money than we had anticipated on another toy or specialty treats, which she clearly adam broderick President • Adam Broderick Salon & Spa • Ridgefield, Connecticut name of pets: dexter & Cooper Breed: Miniature Poodle and Maltese “Olive is truly the mother of our house. When we have guests, she walks the house continually checking on everyone and where they are. We spoil her with dog beds and water bowls in several places. She has four beds and four water bowls. She also checks on those as she marches around!” “Dexter is just a year old while Cooper is five years old. Their relationship is so much fun to watch. I bathe them frequently because they look so good after a bath. Dexter has been a handful to train, so there’s a bit of a “tough love” in there, while Cooper likes to snuggle and sleep late in the mornings. We all enjoy our couch time!” May 2016 ■ PULSE 55