Calendar of Events: August 2006

Saturday August 5, 2006

Pet Education Fair
The Animal House, Route 1, Newcastle
The purpose of this day is to host several seminars and demonstrations on health, well-being and care of companion animals and to promote responsible pet ownership. All proceeds to be donated to local rescues and shelters! For more information, call 207.563.5595.

Tuesday August 8, 2006

Paws, Claws, Scales, and Tales
Rockport Public Library
Dr. Bjorn Lee of PenBay Veterinary Associates will talk about taking care of pets.

Friday August 11, 2006

Art for the Animals Silent Auction
August 11-13 at the Lincoln Street Center
Art for the Animals Silet Auction is a wonderful opportunity for people to obtain high quality art (many pet related) and benefit the homeless animals.

Saturday August 12, 2006

Hunting Retriever Field Test at Silverton Sporting Ranch
Silverton Sporting Ranch, Canaan, Maine
Started I and Intermediate I: Mark Sheppart, NY and Bill Preston, VT
Senior I: Tom Moore, NJ and Scott Leonescu, NJ
Licensed by the North American Hunting Retriever Association. Download brochure for more information (pdf).

Petfest
Oxford County Fairgrounds
Hosted by ME Dog Owners Group to promote an dincrease awareness for rescues and shelters. Fun games and raffles, pet costume contest, rescue animal parade, photo contest, speakers and demonstrations. For more information: www.petfestnewengland.com

Tri-County Obedience Club will host an AKC Canine Good Citizen testing. $10.00 per dog tested. For more information, call 207-778-926.

Art for the Animals Silent Auction
August 11-13 at the Lincoln Street Center
Art for the Animals Silet Auction is a wonderful opportunity for people to obtain high quality art (many pet related) and benefit the homeless animals.

Sunday August 13, 2006

Hunting Retriever Field Test at Silverton Sporting Ranch
Silverton Sporting Ranch, Canaan, Maine
Started II and Intermediate II: Tom Moore, NJ and Scott Leonescu, NJ
Senior II: Mark Sheppard, NY and Bill Preston, VT
Licensed by the North American Hunting Retriever Association. Download brochure for more information (pdf).

Boatyard Dog Trials
Camden
This is meant to be a light-hearted, fun (and funny!) event. Dogs and handlers will run a timed obstacle course that might include negotiating a tippy dock, jumping over lobster crates, getting in and out of a small boat, fetching bizarre objects from the water, or whatever else we dream up. A short "freestyle" act of your choosing is also required. There'll be a parade, so costumes (for dog, owner, or both) are strongly encouraged. And as a previous competitor has noted, "You or your dog will get wet!"

Pre-qualified contestants and handlers get into the show free. No other pets will be allowed on show grounds.

For more information: www.maineboats.com/boatshow/boatyard_dog.html

Art for the Animals Silent Auction
August 11-13 at the Lincoln Street Center
Art for the Animals Silet Auction is a wonderful opportunity for people to obtain high quality art (many pet related) and benefit the homeless animals.

Saturday August 19, 2006

Sporting Dog Adoption Day
Brick Store Museum, 117 Main Street, Kennebunk
To tie in with The Brick Store Museum\'s seasonal exhibition, "Camp Maine: Rustic Furniture & Accessories, 1860-1940," the museum is literally going to the dogs! In the spirit of all the classic hunting and sporting dogs associated with the traditional Maine camps, we\'re turning the spotlight on dog adoption. We're proud to be partnering with the Animal Welfare Society of West Kennebunk for this worthy cause. Come! And you might just discover your new best friend. Your own four-footed pals are also welcome. We'll be offering souvenir "family" photos shot digitally with a vintage Maine camp scene as a backdrop. Photo proceeds benefit the Museum; dog treats provided! For more information: 207-985-4802, info@brickstoremuseum.org or www.brickstoremuseum.org

Downtown Dog Day
Downtown Bangor goes to the dogs on Saturday, August 19, from 10 am - 3 pm...special activities, products, info booths, games, demonstrations, free dog "spa" and other activities to please your dog (and you). Sales at stores throughout downtown, and special activities at museums.For more information, visit www.downtownbangor.com or call 207-992-4234.

Microchip Clinic
Downtown Bangor
Microchipping Clinic in conjunction with Bangor Dog Days Downtown Bangor Me. Cost for the microchip is $25 per dog. For more information, contact the Penobscot Valley Kennel Club at (207) 843-5222.

Saturday August 26, 2006

Dogs Deserve Better Yard Sale
9 Johnson Road, Falmouth
Come to the Dogs Deserve Better Yard Sale! Find great deals and help save a dog at the same time! Lots of dog-related items as well as the usual cool yard sale steals and deals...
We are also looking for donated items and a few good volunteers to help set-up & break down.
For more information: Dogs Deserve Better

Sunday August 27, 2006

Dog Photo Shoot
Quarry Dog Park- Middle Road Falmouth/Portland
The Quarry Dog Park is located on Middle Road going from Falmouth to Portland. It is right before the fork of Ocean avenue and Presumpscot Street.
Professional Dog photographer Liz Donnelly will be at the Quarry Dog Park to capture some of the pups around the park at their best for her new book "The Dog Park." The book will be an array of images of dogs doing what they do on a day at the dog park. There are no fees, no purchase necessary, just a chance your best friend could appear in "The Dog Park." *Doggie Model releases must be signed if your dog is picked for the book! For more information: Liz Donnelly www.lizdonnelly.com

KVSSC Specialty Breed and All Breed Rally O Fun Match
Buker Field, Capital Street Extension, Augusta
Download the brochure for more information (MS Word doc)

Monday August 28, 2006

DogFest Film Festival in Bar Harbor
College of the Atlantic in Bar Harbor
Bring your dog (or dogs) and relax and watch some short films about our canine friends…outdoors! Activities will include a local dog agility group and some fly-ball enthusiasts providing demonstrations as part of the lead up to the showing of the films. Hosted by the SPCA of Hancock County.
For more information call (207) 288-0151 or email spca@gwi.net.

Tuesday August 29, 2006

Meet N' Greet with Mazey at Planet Dog Company Store
Planet Dog Company Store (211 Marginal Way, Portland).
In celebration of Planet Dog's adoption of Mazey, a puppy from NEADS (National Education for Assistance Dog Service), Planet Dog is hosting a reception. At the event, Mazey will be joined by other Maine graduates of the NEADS program. Event is free. FMI: Kristen Smith, 761-1515, kristen@planetdog.com