Calendar of Events: August 2007

Saturday August 4, 2007

Woofstock 2007
Location: Lincoln Home in Newcastle. The Animal House of Damariscotta and the Rotary Club will join forces to host a pet education fair fundraiser for area animal shelters and rescues. All proceeds and will be donated to the sheltersa nd rescues present. Look for vendors, seminars, demonstrations and more. FMI: Call 207-563-5595 or www.theanimalhouse.net.

Hogs for Dogs Poker Run
The Southern Maine Portland Chapter of the Harley Owners Group is sponsoring the 2nd Annual Hogs For Dogs Poker Run. The motorcycle ride will begin at Big Moose Harley (375 Riverside Street) between 11:00am and 1:00pm. Your poker hand will be ‘dealt’ out at different stops along the way. Guided tours of the Animal Refuge League will be available. 50/50 raffle and door prizes. $5.00 entry. FMI: Call the Animal Refuge League, 854-9771.

Friday August 10, 2007

Art for the Animals Auction
Watts Hall, Thomaston
To benefit the Humane Society of Knox County. Over 200 pieces will be available for bidding including photography, paintings, signed limited edition prints, and posters. Also pottery works, books, handcrafted woodwork, B&B stays, and hand-made quilts. All of the donations may be previewed on the Humane Society’s website at www.HumaneSocietyofKnoxCounty.org. Click on the Art for the Animals icon. Free. FMI: Call 594-4897.

Saturday August 11, 2007

Rabies Plus! Clinic
Coastal Humane Society, 30 Range Road, Brunswick
Ear cleaning and nail trimming, $5 - $10 each. Microchipping is available for $25 per pet. Rabies vaccinations available for dogs and cats only at $10 each. Please bring previous rabies certificate if possible. All proceeds benefit the animals at the Coastal Humane Society. FMI: Call 725-5051 visit www.coastalhumanesociety.org

AJ Groomers Open House/Fundraiser
AJ Pet Shop & Grooming, 78 Meadow Road, West Bath
Rain or shine. Hot dogs, baked goods, water, door prizes, discounts/specials for grooming. Proceeds to pet rescue. FMI: Call Jenn, 443-2034 or Janet, 443-3909.

Sunday August 12, 2007

Carden's Canine College—Puppy Puzzle Plus
Ramada Inn, Odlin Road in Bangor
Pat Hastings, AKC judge of Dogfolks Enterprises presents: Determine whether your puppy is structurally sound enough to do what you’ll ask of him or her. Whether your hope is for the show ring and whelping box or obedience, agility, field trials or flyball, you owe it to your dog to know in which lifestyle your puppy may flourish. Register today! Call (207) 942-2161. $115 per person plus room. FMI: Email: mydawgs@adelphia.net or www.cardenkennels.com

All Breed Match
Bangor waterfront
All Breed conformation, obedience, novice rally-0 match. Open to all pure-bred dogs. Sponsored by the Penobscot Valley Kennel Club. FMI: email Lovearabianhorses@juno.com or call 843-5222.

Boatyard Dog Trials
Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors Show, Rockland
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, or fetching bizarre objects from the water. A short "freestyle"act of your choosing is also required. Costumes (for dog, owner, or both) strongly encouraged. Any well-behaved dog is eligible; preference given to dogs that work in a boatyard, or crew on a boat, or direct operations of any kind on the waterfront. No other animals are allowed on show ground. Entries must be received by July 16, 2007. FMI: visit http://www.maineboats.com/boatshow/boatyard-dog/

Wednesday August 15, 2007

Protest4Bandit—POSTPONED until September 11
See September calendar.

Friday August 17, 2007

Wag It Canine Sports Camp
Madomack retreat Center on Madomack Lake, Washington
The camp will be comprised of a variety of competitive dog sports at all levels. A wonderful selection of instructors from the northeast will be sharing their knowledge and expertise. Residential participation as well as day attendance and meal options will be available. Activities planned include: Agility with an Agility fun match on Sunday, Disk Dog, Musical Freestyle, Rally Obedience, Tellington Touch, Animal Communication, Obedience, Camp fires and Smores, Play in the lake, and Silly pet tricks. Great prizes. FMI: Call 789-5126 or visit http://leapingdogs.com/

Saturday August 18, 2007

Dog Wash to benefit CHS
Unleased Modern Pet Care Solutions, 7 Second Street, Topsham
Coastal Humane Society is pleased to join with Unleashed Modern Pet Care Solutions who will host a dog wash on our behalf. Dogs weighing up to seventy pounds may be washed for only $15, dogs over seventy pounds for $20. Includes shampoo, conditioner, cologne, and ear clean. For an additional $5 dogs may be treated to a nail trim. Clean pets are happy pets!

3rd Annual Downtown Dog Day
Bangor
Demonstrations, doggie beauty parlor, fashion show, retail sales, vendor booths and more! FMI: visit http://www.downtownbangor.com/

Nail Trim Clinic
Pet Quarters, Marketplace Drive, Augusta
Nail Trim Clinic held by Leslie Main of Canines & Cats. The entire $5 cost will be donated to Save Our Strays. FMI: Call 622-4201.

Sunday August 19, 2007

Harbor Hounds Dog Show
Harbor Park, Camden. All well-behaved dogs are welcome.

Agility Fun Match
Wag It Sport Camp, Washington
Eastern Maine Agility Club. FMI: email kobie_ko@yahoo.com

Saturday August 25, 2007

Pugapalooza
Petco, Topsham
Bring your Pug for an afternoon of fun. PRoNE (Pug Rescue of New England) will be there as well. FMI: Call 721-8680.

Greyhounds to be featured at The Animal House
372 Main Street, Damariscotta
A representative will be available to highlight the dogs available for adoption, and to discuss the adoption process. Visit www.greyhoundplacement.com to learn more about this rescue organization. The Greyhound "Meet-and-Greet" 's are a great way to learn more about the breed.

Sunday August 26, 2007

Fun Match
880 Ohio St., Bangor
A fun match for Conformation, Obedience, Rally-O and Agility. FMI: call Clara, 942-2161 or visit www.Cardenkennels.com

Thursday August 30, 2007

Central Maine Kennel Club and Mid-Coast Kennel Club DOG SHOW
Union Fairgrounds, Union. Central Maine Kennel Club and Midcoast Kennel Club will be holding four AKC DOG SHOWS, Obedience Trials and Rally Trials. Admission for spectators is FREE. For a judging schedule for specific breeds or classes, please visit http://www.raudogshows.com/jp.html Please note that no unentered dogs are allowed on the grounds. Please leave your pet at home and come enjoy the shows!