Issues: Issue 423 – March 2024
![Coloring Cats & Dogs: The Tattoo Artistry of Bryan Vigil](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/423-ED-Bryan-Vigil-Photos-John-Taylor-23-1024x683.webp)
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](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IMG_1548-1024x743.webp)
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?](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/423-ED-Scales-And-Tails-Photos-7-1024x683.webp)
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](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/423-Pet-Memorial-Header-WEB-1024x662.webp)
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](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/423-Ed-Ruff-Haven-1-1024x683.webp)
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 Leash on Life](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/423-ED-Underdog-Rescue-3-1024x701.webp)
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](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/423-ED-Preston-Chairo-Photos-1024x683.webp)
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 Lives](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/20240209-4O5A6983-1-1024x683.webp)
“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](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/423-Ed-Localized-The-Medicine-Company-John-Barkiple-1024x683.webp)
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](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/423-Ed-Localized-Graveljaw-Keaton-Jess-Gruneisen-0934-1024x683.webp)
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