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Show Wed/Thurs/Fri, May 15-17, 2019 B-7 The Park Record Ollie Bode done boarding dogs after injuries SCOTT CONDON The Aspen Times BASALT, Colo. – One of the longest-running dog kennels in the Roaring Fork Valley is hanging up its leashes. Alpine Meadow Ranch and Kennel owner Ollie Bode sold her 9-acre property in Holland Hills east of Basalt and will close the kennel June 1. For 26 years she provided a vital boarding and day care for pet owners. She recently decided she’s barking up the wrong tree. “The thing I realized after I injured myself last year, I just don’t have that edge anymore,” she said. Bode chipped a tibia when a dog knocked her over in the doggie playground on the property. She fell a couple of days later while walking on crutches. Although the physical injuries have healed, the will to continue is broken. The injuries made her move up plans to retire. Bode said she plans to remain in the Roaring Fork Valley and also undertake some well-deserved travels. She has been “kennel-bound” for too long. She took two bona fide vacations in her 26 years running the kennel, she said, but she’s not complaining. “Every day was a vacation with the dogs,” she said. The former schoolteacher said hanging with the animals was like getting new students in a classroom each year. There are all sorts of different personalities SCOTT CONDON/THE ASPEN TIMES After operating Alpine Meadow Ranch and Kennel near Basalt, Colorado, for 26 years, Ollie Bode is selling the ranch and retiring. to keep you amused and on your toes. At the kennel, she’d get everything from dogs that would chase the tennis ball until they dropped to shy dogs that would obediently follow her around to young Turks that loved to play ruff, er, rough. She claimed in an April 2011 interview with The Aspen Times that there are no bad dogs; some just don’t know their boundaries or they’re trying to figure them out, sometimes when owners don’t set them well. Her view hasn’t changed. “There still are no bad dogs,” she said. Some people have likened Bode to the dog whisperer. She believes she just figured out how to connect with dogs through patience and caring. “I think I figured out dog language,” she said with a laugh. Many of her regular canines loved a trip to what resembled doggie camp. “I send them home tired,” she said. “They’ll be muddy but they’ll have a good time.” Bode also provided a sanctuary for 18 years for dogs in regional facilities that didn’t have no-kill policies. She stopped once she was convinced those policies had evolved and so many other rescue organizations had appeared. She also found her regular human clients to be some of the most “loving, caring and kind people” she has ever met. She said what she will miss most is the connection with the clients — the adventures they would take, the kids growing up and, of course, the evolution of their dogs. Seeing so many dogs die over the years brings a certain level of angst, she acknowledged. Bode’s 9 acres are on high ground near the Arbaney-Kittle Trailhead. It’s got a commanding view of the midvalley. There are two pastures, an irrigation ditch, a greenhouse, the dog kennel and other outbuildings. The property also was a kennel for a considerable time before Bode bought it, back to 1966, she said. A neighbor bought the property. Bode said she is relieved that the parcel will be kept intact rather than divided, but she believes the kennel is history. She has until mid-September to vacate. She doesn’t plan to throw a big party for her canine and human friends. It’s not her style, she said. She’s started the process of going through 26 years of accumulated stuff. She figures she will be sorting stuff and deciding what to keep and give away right up to the day she leaves. “I’ve always worked better under pressure,” Bode said. Some of the petS at NuzzleS & Co. lookiNg for love These animals are available to be seen at the Nuzzles & Co. Adoption Center and Rescue Ranch. Our Adoption Center is open Monday through Friday from noon to 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. It is located in the Tanger Outlets in Kimball Junction. Our Rescue Ranch is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and closed Sunday. The Rescue Ranch is located at 6466 N. Highview Road in Peoa. Carlotta Fen Kiki Leelu Carlotta is a 6-year-old cattle dog mix. This sweet girl has just learned how to walk on a leash and is excited to go exploring! She is very sweet and loves to play with toys. Carlotta does well around cats and other dogs. Come and meet this sweet gal today! Meet Fen, a happy 10-monthold shepherd mix. He gets along well with other dogs and doesn’t seem to mind cats. Fen loves to go on long walks and adventures but is also happy to curl up with his favorite person at the end of a fun day. Kiki is an 8-month-old Pug mix. She is a little timid at first but loves to come up for treats and will be your best friend before you know it. She is ready for her forever home where she can be spoiled with snuggles. She does well around cats and other small dogs. Leelu is a friendly 6-year-old cattle dog mix. She is an affectionate girl who loves people and likes to snuggle. Leelu is energetic and likes to go for walks. She prefers to be the only dog in her home and may be able to share a home with an easygoing cat. Gizmo Gretchen Pistol Annie Romeo Gizmo is a beautiful 8-monthold kitten who has a permanent “boop” on her cute, little nose! She’s a happy and playful girl who loves to explore! Gizmo is looking for a loving forever home where she can spend lots of time snuggling and playing with her family. Meet Gretchen, a 4-year-old grey and white Domestic Shorthair. This sweet girl is very outgoing and will follow you around until you give her some attention – purring all the while! She likes other cats and doesn’t mind dogs. Gretchen is playful and loves mouse toys and things she can chase! Pistol Annie is a 5-year-old tortoiseshell who needs a loving family to make her feel safe and boost her confidence. This shy girl has lots of love to give and just needs to find the right person with home to share it. A little TLC will help her sweet personality blossom! Meet Romeo, a 6-year-old Domestic Medium Hair with a soft black and white coat. He’s an easygoing guy who’d love a home with lots of cozy places to curl up and watch the world go by. Romeo will live up to his name and fill your home with lots of love! WaNted: voluNteerS These Organizations are looking for volunteers. If you would like to include your group in this section, please email information to copyeditor@parkrecord.com. Please limit your entry to no more than 75 words Snyderville Basin Special Recreation District Basin Recreation is looking for volunteers with a passion for play to be Park Ambassadors. Park Ambassadors patrol the parks, interact with park users, report maintenance needs, assist with tournaments, promote park safety, and encourage an overall positive use of public space. For more details visit www.basinrecreation.org or contact Angie Greenburg at 435-640-8476 or email at agreenburg@basinrecreation.org. Summit Community Gardens Interested in learning about responsible gardening in a high desert climate or want the satisfaction of knowing you’re keeping our garden and community growing? If you answered yes, than Summit Community Gardens has volunteer opportunities for you! Our mission is to educate our community on sustainable gardening techniques and empower people to grow food locally. Help us achieve that mission by volunteering with us every week or on an individual project basis. Visit SummitCommunityGardens.org/volunteer. Summit Community Power Works Summit Community Power Works, a local nonprofit focused on energy efficiency, is looking for volunteers to staff outreach events such as the Silly Sunday Market. This is a great opportunity to take part in a community-wide initiative, be a catalyst for positive change, and leave a positive legacy. Volunteers must enjoy interpersonal communication and be willing to learn about SCPW’s goals and initiatives. If interested, please contact Erin Bragg at erin. bragg@scpw.org. Summit Land Conservancy Summit Land Conservancy is an environmental nonprofit working to permanently protect the beloved open spaces in Summit County. You can see the results of the group’s work when you walk your dog in Round Valley, enjoy the Mid Mountain Trail or fly fish on the Weber River. Volunteers are needed to assist with bi-weekly recycling and join the Adopt an Easement program. To stay in the loop with other upcoming volunteer opportunities, sign up for the newsletter at wesaveland.org/get-involved/stay-informed/. For more information on current opportunities contact caitlyn@wesaveland.org. Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter Do you love nature? Volunteers are a vital part of our mission at Swaner as we strive to preserve the land, educate the community about the value of nature and nurture both the ecosystem and our human connection to the natural landscape. Our volunteers assist with many aspects of the operation, including conservation and garden projects, kids programs and staff support. For more information please contact Rhea Cone, Volunteer Coordinator, at rhea.cone@ usu.edu or 435-797-8956. 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