October 2009
Photos for October 3, 2009
Moffat County High School senior running back Nathan Tomlin runs into a pack of Panthers during Friday night's game against Delta High School. The Bulldogs were shut out, 20-0 at the Bulldog Proving Grounds.
Senior MCHS quarterback Matt Linsacum surges through a tough Delta defense during a 20-0 loss at home. Linsacum had an effective day on the ground, running for 70 yards, but the team could not produce any points on the scoreboard.
Brian Chalmers, The Memorial Hospital's new chief financial officer, stands in front of the facility's main entrance Friday. Chalmers moved to Craig with his wife and four sons from Choteau, Mont., and has worked in health care for 10 years.
Ricky and Katie Ratzlaff sit in front of their radio transmitting equipment, consisting of a 2-by-2-foot electronic platform, coaxial cable, home computer, rarely-used microphone, and antenna. The setup, minus the microphone and the computer they already had, cost about $800. The experience of owning and operating a radio station is a reminder that people can realize their aspirations if they want, the couple said.
Andrews finishes grooming Jack on a Lip System Table at her shop in Craig. The table includes features that allow groomers to work on geriatric dogs, and mechanically changes the level of the table. On average, Canine Unlimited LLC cares for about eight dogs a day. Andrews is also starting a K-9 and Feline Wellness Education program that should begin within the month.
Andrews washes Nike, a cocker spaniel, in a bathtub designed specifically for dogs. The tub includes a ramp to the top and various levels for different size dogs to stand on without being submerged.
Amy Andrews, co-owner of Canine Unlimited LLC, trims the beard of a schnauzer named Jack in her shop at 1592 W. Victory Way in Craig. The business not only grooms animals, but also offers educational classes and personalized training programs. Some of the classes include a dog bite prevention program with some sessions aimed toward children and others toward adults. Another is called "Dogs and Storks," in which expecting parents learn to safely incorporate their dog into their growing family.
Grandbouche tosses a ball to Lady while she waits for her owner to pick her up from her grooming session. Dogs take turns playing with toys in the inside exercise/training area, which is also used for training classes. Canine Unlimited LLC believes in having a stress-free environment to better a dog's behavioral characteristics.
Glenna Grandbouche, co-owner of Canine Unlimited LLC, air dries Lady, a black Labrador retriever, during the final step of grooming Thursday. Grandbouche is a certified dog trainer and is finishing up the process of becoming a certified animal behavioral consultant. Grandbouche, along with Amy Andrews, opened the doors to their business a year ago.
Buster, a Bay Tobiano Stallion, was named a world champion in the junior steer stopping division at the American Paint Horse Association's 2009 Summer World Championship, June 24 through July 4 in Fort Worth, Texas. Craig residents Ron and Marie Kettle own the horse, which is shown above with Nick and Chelsea Pullara, who were his trainers.
Justin McAlexander works on a project in his classroom at Craig Middle School last year. CMS classes average 21 students per room, well below the target size of 30.
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Question of the week
Do you seek medical care from The Memorial Hospital in Craig or Yampa Valley Medical Center in Steamboat Springs?
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