Calendar of Events: April 2007
Sunday April 1, 2007
All month
Smilers Contest
Planet Dog Company Store, Portland
Customers will have until April 30th to bring an image of their smiling dog to the store. No purchase necessary. Images cannot be larger than 4” x 6.” Entries will not be accepted online. Prizes include placement of their picture on the cover of The Bark magazine, a year’s subscription to the magazine, a “Dog is my co-pilot” T-shirt and bumper sticker, and fame in our local doggie community.
Entries 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Judging 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saccarappa AKC OC Match (formerly known as Show N Go)
Westbrook Armory, Stroudwater St., Westbrook
AKC Novice, Open & Utility routines only. We will also offer Rally routines beginning at noon. Time permitting, we will offer one routine per person in Open & Utility, depending on Rally entries. FMI: call Claire Marx, 892-3118 or email Cmarx29707@aol.com, or visit socdogs.org.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
All Breed Fun Day
Buker School Gymnasium, Capitol St., Augusta
Hosted by Kennebeck Valley Shetland Sheepdog Club. Practice your conformation handling skills from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., $5. Conformation run-throughs from 10:45 until noon, $5. AKC Canine Good Citizen Testing from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., $10 per dog. Lunch will be available at 12 noon. Obedience and rally run-throughs from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., $5. Advance registration required. FMI: Call Colleen Golding, 453-2631 or email woodlandfarm@prexar.com.
1 p.m.
April Stools Day in Belfast
The Boathouse
It's not often that community volunteers agree to "take s--t," but Friends of Belfast Parks (FOBP) will be doing just that on April 1. FOBP encourages area dog owners to join them in some much-needed spring cleaning. For more information, call 338-1704.
Saturday April 7, 2007
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
4th Annual Center on Animal Liberation Affairs Conference
Stodder Hall and Commons, University of Maine at Orono
Theme: "Bringing Human/Animal Studies into Academia: Issues and Moral Dilemmas."
FMI: email Sherrie Winton or visit the Center for Animal Liberation Affairs website.
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (all day)
Flyball Tournament
Dover Recreation and Ice Arena, Portland Ave, Dover, NH
Flyball tournment hosted by the Maine Coast Runners Flyball Team. Visitors welcome. Free admission. FMI: Maine Coast Runners.
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny
Pet Quarters, Payne Rd., Scarborough
A professional photographer will be on hand to take your pet's or child's photo with the Easter Bunny. Hop on over. All proceeds to benefit North East Rottweiler Rescue. FMI: Call (866) 392-0102 or email dawn101393@aol.com.
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Almost Home Rescue of Maine at The Animal House
The Animal House, 372 Main Street, Damariscotta
The Adoption Center at The Animal House will be hosting Almost Home Rescue of New England. FMI: Call 563-5595 or email info@theanimalhouse.net.
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Boxer Rescue Awareness Day
Pet Quarters, Auburn
Boxer Rescue day is an opportuntity to come and learn about this wonderful breed. Volunteers from Second Chance Boxer Rescue will be available to answer your questions. Some of the available dogs will be on hand for you to meet as well. FMI: call 539-4074 or email juddill@yahoo.com.
Sunday April 8, 2007
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (all day)
Flyball Tournament
Dover Recreation and Ice Arena, Portland Ave, Dover, NH
Flyball tournment hosted by the Maine Coast Runners Flyball Team. Visitors welcome. Free admission. FMI: Maine Coast Runners.
Friday April 13, 2007
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
1st Annual Spring "Litter"bug Drive
The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society will be accepting donations of clay cat litter. FMI: Call 786-4713 or visit www.gahumane.org
Saturday April 14, 2007
12 p.m. to 1p.m.
Rabies Clinic
The Kennel Shop Super Pet Store, Center for Shopping, Sanford
$10.00 per animal, with all proceeds going to the building of The New School in Kennebunk. FMI: Call 490-2412.
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Canine Good Citizen Testing
Pet Quarters, Falmouth
CGC is used to prepare dogs for future therapy work and to prove that they are a respectable member of society. A great way to further your obedience training. Cost is $10.00. FMI: Call Amy Herbert at 415-3071 or email boulderridgebullmastiffs@yahoo.com.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
1st Annual Spring "Litter"bug Drive
The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society will be accepting donations of clay cat litter. FMI: Call 786-4713 or visit www.gahumane.org
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Heartworm Clinic
The Animal House, 372 Main Street, Damariscotta
Karin Tichy, DVM will be hosting a heartworm clinic at The Animal House. Dr. Tichy will administer heartworm tests at a reduced fee of $25. Part of the proceeds from this event will be donated to area shelters. FMI: Call Aubrey Martin 563-5595 or email info@theanimalhouse.net.
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Greyhound Placement Service
Mother Nature's Pet Center, Farmingdale
Greyhound placement will be here with information about supporting and adopting Greyhounds in the area. FMI: Call 582-3580 or email setterassoc@adelphia.net
Sunday April 15, 2007
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Boxer Awareness Day
The Kennel Shop Super Pet Store, Center for Shopping, Sanford
Come meet members of Boxers in Need of New England, a nonprofit Rescue & Adoption group dedicated to rescuing abused and neglected Boxers. Learn about dogs available for adoption and volunteering opportunities. FMI: E-mail Amy@boxersinneed.org.
Tuesday April 17, 2007
4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
O'Naturals Community Night
O'Naturals, 240 Route 1, Falmouth
O'Naturals will donate 10 percent of their total sales during this time to the Animal Refuge League. FMI: visit http://onaturals.com or http://www.arlgp.org/events/
Saturday April 21, 2007
Antique Appraisal Day
With Skinner Appraisers Stuart Whitehurst and Sara Wishart. Wells Elementary School, 276 Sanford Rd (Rte 109), Wells. $10/item or three items for $25. FMI: www.yorkcountykennelclub.homestead.com/news.html
A fundraiser to benefit the York County Kennel Club of Maine, Inc.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Boxer Awareness Day
Big Moose Harley-Davidson, 375 Riverside St., Portland
Come meet members of Boxers in Need of New England, a nonprofit Rescue & Adoption group dedicated to rescuing abused and neglected Boxers. Learn about dogs available for adoption and volunteering opportunities. FMI: E-mail Amy@boxersinneed.org.
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Safe Harbor Chesapeake Bay Retriever Rescue at The Animal House
The Animal House, 372 Main Street, Damariscotta
The Adoption Center at The Animal House will be hosting Safe Harbor Chesapeake Bay Retriever Rescue. FMI: Call 563-5595 or email info@theanimalhouse.net.
Sunday April 22, 2007
Entries open at 8 a.m. with judging at 9 a.m.
Central Maine Kennel Club B/OB Match, AKC Sanctioned
Buker Center Gym, 22 Armory St., Augusta
Food provided by the Kennebec Valley Humane Society. Please support this important fundraiser. FMI: Brenda Foster 622-5058.
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Rabies, Plus! Clinic
Coastal Humane Society, 30 Range Road, Brunswick
To benefit the Coastal Humane Society. Ear cleaning and nail trimming, $5 each. Microchipping, $25 per pet. Rabies vaccinations for dogs, cats and ferrets, $10 each. Please bring current rabies certificate, if available. FMI: Call 725-5051 or visit our website.
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
AKC Retriever Hunt Test Seminar for Judges and Handlers
Bangor Motor Inn Gazebo, 701 Hogan Rd., Bangor
Hosted by Penobscot Hunting Retriever Club. Cost is $40.00 per participant/$75.00 per couple for applications postmarked by March 29, or $50.00 per participant/$95.00 per couple for applications received later. Limited to 40 participants. Lunch is on your own. FMI: Visit PHRC's website or call Kathy, 825-4902, or email swwk9@roadrunner.com.
Saturday April 28, 2007
Registration, 7:30 a.m. Race, 9 a.m.
Epic 5K Trail Run
Bangor City Forest
Join us for a fun and exciting 5K race. Walkers are welcomed! Fee is $10 in advance, $15 on day of race. All proceeds to benefit the Bangor Humane Society. Advance fees may be paid at Epic Sports, 6 Central St., Bangor. Forms are also available at www.epicsportsofmaine.com. FMI: Call 942-8902 x110 or email dani@bangorhumane.org
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Kennebec Valley Humane Society Pet Expo
Augusta Armory
Join the Kennebec Valley Humane Society and the community to celebrate our pets. Local vendors and pet enthusiasts will be on hand to promote their pet businesses or non-profit animal groups. FMI: Call Christi Chase at 626-3491 ext 103.
Noon
Keep Our Pets Safe March
Back Cove, Portland
We are marching in memory of our pets that have lost their lives, we are marching in memory of those pets that are fighting for their lives, we march as pet owners, dog lovers, cat lovers and average citizens that are tired of the lowered safety standards for goods coming in to this country. FMI: email march@gooddogztraining.com
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Intermediate Freestyle Seminar with Laurie Sullivan
Mid Coast Recreation Center, Rockport
This session will take you beyond the basics of freestyle with smiles and wags. Registration is limited to 16 dogs. Handler/1 dog, $175. Auditors, $45 per day. FMI and to register: visit http://www.leapingdogs.com/ or email sumac@leapingDogs.com
Sunday April 29, 2007
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cropping for Paws
Jeff’s Catering, 15 Littlefield Way, Brewer
Join us for a scrapbooking marathon and silent auction to benefit the homeless and unwanted pets of the Bangor Humane Society, Maine Coonhound Rescue, and Morse's Feline Rescue Foundation. $25/person. Fee includes table space, morning coffee, lunch, free workshops throughout the day, chances to win wonderful doorprizes, access to several vendors specializing in scrapbooking, and, most importantly, the opportunity to help shelter animals in the great Bangor area. FMI: please contact Rhonda at Cropping4Paws@aol.com or call 207.299.4100 for additional information. Space is limited! More info and registration form
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Greater Androscoggin Humane Society Grand Opening/Open House
Greater Androscoggin Humane Society, 55 Strawberry Avenue, Lewiston
Come celebrate our Grand Opening! FMI: Call 786-4713 or visit www.gahumane.org
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Intermediate Freestyle Seminar with Laurie Sullivan
Mid Coast Recreation Center, Rockport
This session will take you beyond the basics of freestyle with smiles and wags. Registration is limited to 16 dogs. Handler/1 dog, $175. Auditors, $45 per day. FMI and to register: visit http://www.leapingdogs.com/ or email sumac@leapingDogs.com
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
"How to Talk Dog" Seminar with Sarah Kalnajs
My Wonderful Dog, 54 Cove Street, Portland
Behaviorist Sarah Kalnajs will teach you how to read dog signals so that you can develop a better understanding of what's really going on in the canine world. Fee: $75 ($65 if you register by March 15). Includes lunch. FMI or to register: call Elsa Larson 780-9792, or email elarsen@wonderfuldogs.org
12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
German Shepherd Rescue of New England's 8th Annual Charity Auction
Knights of Columbus Hall, 2068 Main St., Tewksbury, Mass.
Live and silent auctions will offer unique and unusual collectible items featuring a German Shepherd Dog theme. Proceeds will help provide veterinary services, medicines, surgery, food and other necessities for rescued German Shepherds until they are placed in their permanent homes. Also featuring certificates for 2 Red Sox games in the 2007 season! Food table. Door prize. Free admission. FMI: call (978) 443-2202 or visit www.gsrne.org.
CERF Eye Clinic and Micro Chip Clinic
Penobscot Veterinary Services, 411 Davis Rd., Bangor
CERF Eye Clinic with Ruth M. Marrion, DVM, PhD, DACVO. Sponsored by Penobscot Hunting Retriever Club. Pre-registration required by April 20th. Times will be scheduled on a first-come, first served basis. Fee: PHRC members, or testing 4 or more dogs, $27.00 per dog. Non-members, $30.00 per dog.
Micro Chip Clinic: Offering the AVID EuroChip which can be read by other brand name scanners such as Destron and HomeAgain. Fee: PHRC members, or chipping 4 or more dogs $20.00 per dog. Non-member, $25.00 per dog. This clinic will benefit the service dogs in training at Tail Waggin Training Center, Inc.
FMI and to sign up for either clinic: Email tailwagn@roadrunner.com
