22 MARCH 2019 By Megan Forrester Arizona is developing a ‘paw-sitive’ outlook on animal shelters. According to the ASPCA, more than 1.5 million shelter animals are euthanized each year. To combat this, many shelters in the Valley are focusing on creating the next generation of animal advocates and keeping with the idea that people should focus on compassion. Here are four shelters that encompass those ideals and where you can find your next ‘fur-ever’ friend. HOME ‘FUR’ GOOD 10220 N. 32nd St., Phoenix AZ 85028 Home ‘Fur’ Good offers not only adoption opportunities for prospective dog and cat owners, but also provides medical care such as dental clinics every Wednesday and vaccine clinics every Sunday with an appointment. This 501(c)3 is continually on the lookout for ways to increase the amount of help it brings to animals and their owners. The center sells yearly calendars and the Home ‘Fur’ Good Cookbook for your hungry howler. It offers adoptions Thursday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more: homefurgood.org. ARIZONA HUMANE SOCIETY CAMPUS FOR COMPASSION 1521 W. Dobbins Road, Phoenix AZ 85041 Arizona Humane Society has become one of the most recognizable shelters in the state, specifically earning the titles of the state’s largest animal welfare and protection agency, as well as the designated responder for animals in distress during natural disasters. At each of its locations and at the Campus for Compassion, there are both cats and dogs available for adoption as well as volunteer opportunities. This shelter has been around since the 1970s and it continues to develop new events inviting the public to be part of their mission. On March 31, there will be a Compassion with Fashion event at the Marriott Camelback Inn, which will include a luncheon, meet and greet with adoptable pets and an animal fashion show. For more: azhumane.org. DESERT TAILS 6423 E. Thomas Road, Scottsdale AZ 85251 This shelter is on its way to becoming a home for animals. The 7,000 square- foot building offers a variety of dogs up for adoption as well as grooming, dog training and volunteer opportunities. It is open Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Desert Tails is in the process of obtaining 501(c)3 non-profit status while in the midst of remodeling its space. On the 30th of this month, ReThinc Advertising will be holding its annual Rescue Rinse event benefitting Desert Tails. Folks can bring their pups for a bath and enjoy breakfast treats, a silent auction and photo booth for a donation. ReThinc is located at 44th St. and Indian School. For more: deserttailsshelter.org. ARIZONA ANIMAL WELFARE LEAGUE & SPCA 25 N. 40th St., Phoenix AZ 85034 Founded in 1971, Arizona Animal Welfare League & SPCA has become Arizona’s oldest and largest no-kill shelter, with a continuing mission to create a world where there are no homeless dogs and cats. They retain a goal of reducing shelter population by offering affordable veterinary care and dog training to the public. They have adoption opportunities every Tuesday through Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. There is an upcoming “Vet”iquette class being held on March 5 and 11, which allows a behaviorist to help dogs feel prepared for the next visit to the vet and dissolve their sense of stress when going for a check-up. They are also offering a Spring Camp from March 2-9, which allows kids on spring break to bond with animals and learn about becoming an animal advocate. For more: aawl.org. Opt to adopt at these four local shelters The Rescue Rinse event will be held at ReThinc Advertising to raise money for Desert Tails Shelter. PHOTO: ASHLEY OLSEN 4454 E Thomas Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85018 602.508.0800 liwindow.com Tuscany ® Series vinyl windows and patio doors offer you endless possibilities no matter the style—or size—of your home project. Discover the Possibilities 4454 E Thomas Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85018 602.508.0800 liwindow.com Tuscany ® Series vinyl windows and patio doors offer you endless possibilities no matter the style—or size—of your home project. Discover the Possibilities

23 MARCH 2019 By Michelle Donati-Grayman Many consumers may not realize that some Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) have been available for nearly 30 years. This technology, however, has only become commonplace more recently as these systems now come standard on many new cars. With at least one of these features, like automatic emergency braking and lane keeping assistance, now available on 93 percent of new vehicles, it is becoming increasingly important for consumers to have a solid understanding of their functionality. But clever marketing names coupled with a lack of consensus by industry regulatory groups has made it difficult for consumers to determine which features a vehicle has and how they actually work. Confusion among consumers, especially when it comes to the naming of these systems, is a larger issue than some may realize. AAA found 40 percent of Americans expect partially automated driving systems, with names like Autopilot, ProPILOT or Pilot Assist, to have the ability to drive the car by themselves. In reality, the intent of ADAS features is to assist in the driving task to help reduce the likelihood, or mitigate the severity of a crash with another vehicle – not to drive the car itself. Vague or unclear naming of these systems will only continue to widen the gap between what consumers believe the technology can do and its actual capabilities. AAA conducted research to gain a better understanding of the growing prevalence of ADAS technology in new vehicles as well as to examine the terminology currently used by regulatory organizations and manufacturers. AAA analyzed 34 vehicle brands sold in the United States to identify the number of unique names manufacturers use to market ADAS. For example, automatic emergency braking, which was standard on 31 percent of 2018 vehicles, has 40 names just for this one feature. Other popular systems, like adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assistance and blind spot warning have nearly 20 individual names. These results highlight the need for more common naming and definitions for ADAS features. AAA is working with a coalition of auto and safety organizations to create universal, consistent terminology to provide clarity to consumers about what type of technology a vehicle has as well as when and how to safely use it. Standardized naming will also help create a consistent experience for consumers when driving a car other than their own. As a driver today, it is important to take a proactive approach and become familiar with these new technologies and how they work, especially before getting behind the wheel of a new or rental vehicle with ADAS technologies. Being better informed will help drivers get the most out of their vehicles while staying safe on the road. Dangers of relying on autopilot Religious Instruction • Strong Academics • Cutting Edge Technology • Service Learning Leadership Programs • PE and Interscholastic Sports • Instrumental and Vocal Music “Arts Attack” Program • School Nurse • Bus Transportation Available Have You Discovered our Preschool? Call now for a tour of our K-Prep Class and see how we prepare for Kindergarten! 3901 East Indian School Road • 602-957-7010 • www.clsphx.org CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Christian Values. Quality Education. Preschool through Grade 8