Calendar of Events: February 2008
Friday February 1, 2008
Deadline—February 9
Love Your Pet Photo Contest
Blue Seal Feeds, 43 Main St, Windham
One entry per household. Photos will not be returned. Drop off, mail, or email. Entries must be received by Saturday February 9th. FMI: 892-9411
Saturday February 2, 2008
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Valentine's Photos with Ronn Orenstein
The Animal House, 372 Main Street, Damariscotta
Who says Valentine's Day has to only be about romantic love? Photographer Ronn Orenstein is back by popular demand for photos with the one you love..bring the dogs, bring your family. Ronn has graciously again waived the sitting fee and will be offering several photo packages (snow date: 2/10). FMI: 563-5595.
February 2-3
All day, ongoing
SoPoDOG Open Spaces Clean-up
Open Spaces in South Portland
The South Portland Dog Owners Group (www.sopodog.com) is holding an open spaces clean up for the month of February. Bring your own gloves and bags and clean up before the snow covers what we need to pick up! FMI: www.sopodog.com or Crystal at 671-6393.
Sunday February 3, 2008
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Wellness Clinic for Dogs
Pet Quarters, 486 Payne Road, Scarborough
Care for healthy cats and dogs, including vaccinations, heartworm/Lyme tests, feline leukemia/FIV tests, microchipping and parasite control. No appointment necessary. FMI: 207-885-5005 or www.drhokkanen.com.
Tuesday February 5, 2008
3 to 7 p.m.
Wellness Clinic for Dogs and Cats
Brunswick Pet Quarters, Merry Meeting Plaza, 147 Bath Road
Care for healthy cats and dogs, including vaccinations, heartworm/Lyme tests, feline leukemia/FIV tests, microchipping and parasite control. No appointment necessary. FMI: 207-373-0432 or www.drhokkanen.com.
Saturday February 9, 2008
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Adoption Clinic- Safe Harbor Chesapeake Bay Retriever Rescue
The Animal House, 372 Main Street, Damariscotta. FMI: 563-5595
1 to 3 p.m.
Valentines Pug Party!
Herbert Sargent Community Center, Bennoch Rd, Old Town
Come join us for some great finger foods, contests, prizes and raffles! It is free and LOTS of fun! FMI: Evelyn-ybcdoula@roadrunner.com or Amy at 356-8672 or visit the web : http://www.pugusta.org/bangor.html
noon to 3 p.m.
Smooch Your Pooch Photos
Scalawags, 24 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport
Free 4"x 6" Valentine's Day photo taken of you and your pooch in a kissing booth. Photography by Eileen Nelson. Limit one per family. FMI: Call 967-2775.
100-mile Wilderness Sled Dog Race
Starts in Greenville and runs to Brownville then back to Greenville. www.sleddogcentral.com
noon to 3 p.m.
Boxer Buddies at Kennel Shop, Sanford
Kennel Shop, Sanford
Stop in, meet some of our volunteers. Learn what rescue and the boxer breed is all about.
FMI: www.boxerbuddies.org
Sunday February 10, 2008
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Downeast Dog Scouts Troop 159
Mount Desert Fire Department - Somesville Fire Station
The February meeting will focus on training and recording members and their dogs for the Dog Scout Test. A "Winter Walk" is planned for the afternoon - weather permitting. The Downeast Dog Scouts Troop is a membership organization in Hancock County that promotes responsible dog guardianship and increases the awareness of the human/canine bond. The troop offers many educational and fun dog centered activities. The Downeast Dog Scouts Troop is affiliated with the Dog Scouts of America (www.dogscouts.org). FMI: 664-2994 or downeastdogscouts@yahoogroups.com
Cats 11a.m. to 1 p.m.
Dogs 1 to 4 p.m.
Wellness Clinic for Dogs and Cats
Bangor Pet Quarters, 744 Stillwater Drive
Care for healthy cats and dogs, including vaccinations, heartworm/Lyme tests, feline leukemia/FIV tests, microchipping and parasite control. No appointment necessary. FMI: 207-947-3791 or www.drhokkanen.com.
Monday February 11, 2008
6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Mini Mutt Mingle
Dinky Dogs 1050 Congress St., Portland
Small breed dogs of Portland (and beyond) unite! This yappy hour is a meet & greet for you, your friends, family and your dinky dog. Featuring music, dog art, refreshments and home made goodies for all. $5 per person and 20% of the profits are donated to local charities. FMI: www.dinkydogs.biz or dinkydogs@gmail.com
1 p.m.
Public hearing for two Maine animal welfare bills
Room 206, Cross Building, Augusta
LD 2171 An Act To Amend the Animal Welfare Laws and LD 2010 An Act To Ensure Ethical and Humane Dog Breeding in the State. Committee of Reference: Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry.
Tuesday February 12, 2008
3 to 7 p.m.
Wellness Clinic for Dogs and Cats
Augusta Pet Quarters, 17 Marketplace Drive
Care for healthy cats and dogs, including vaccinations, heartworm/Lyme tests, feline leukemia/FIV tests, microchipping and parasite control. No appointment necessary. FMI: 207-622-4201 or www.drhokkanen.com.
Wednesday February 13, 2008
*Rescheduled for March 5th*
Maine Humane Lobby Day
St. Paul Center, 136 State Street Augusta
Do you want to get active for animals and let your voice be heard? Many people think that lobbying is scary or hard to do....not so. It can be easy, fun and very rewarding. If you have been thinking about getting involved for animals at this level, but don't know where to start, or if you just want to hone your skills, spend the day learning some tips and how-tos, then meet with our legislators in the afternoon. We'll have lunch together, network and make plans for the animals in Maine. FMI: http://animalwelfare.meetup.com/182/
Thursday February 14, 2008
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Planet Dog's 4th Annual Valentine's Day Canine Cocktail Party and Dog Kissing Contest
A free event for dog lovers and their animal companions. Free beer and treats will be served and participants can enter a lover dog kissing contest. The longest, sloppiest kiss gets a $100 gift certificate for dinner at the Old Port Sea Grill and an assortment of Planet Dog's best-selling products. FMI: 563-7695 or katie@planetfriendlypr.com.
Friday February 15, 2008
9:30 a.m.
Tails on the Trails in Boothbay
Dog owners and walkers can join Barbara Gibson and her two dogs – Baron and Cady – on monthly “Tails on the Trails” walks on Boothbay Region Land Trust preserves, touring a different property each month. For the second walk, owners, walkers and dogs will meet on Friday, Feb. 15 at 9:30 a.m. at the 209-acre Zak Preserve at Wildcat Creek. All of the walks, scheduled for the third Friday of the month, are open to the public, free of charge. For more information.
Saturday February 16, 2008
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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.
Feb 16-17
7 a.m.
EMAC Winter Canine Performance Event Dog Agility Trial
Treasure Equestrian Community Center, 238 Prescott Road, Manchester.
The Eastern Maine Agility Club (EMAC) is holding its first Winter Canine Performance Events sanctioned Dog Agility trial. The Premium is available at http://www.k9cpe.com/events.htm or at http://emacdogsports.com. Reasonable hotels within 5 minutes to trial site. Runs limited to 350 per day. Indoors and heated to 45 degrees. Spectators welcome (free to watch)! FMI: Gary Simons 288-3805.
noon to 4 p.m.
Boxer Buddies at Kennel Shop, Portland
Kennel Shop, Portland
Stop in, meet some of our volunteers. Learn about rescue and the boxer breed.. FMI: www.boxerbuddies.org
1 to 3 p.m.
Puttin' on the Dog Jamboree
Belfast Boat House, 34 Commercial Street
A "fun-raiser" for the construction of the Belfast Dog Park. Toy swap, dog massage, caricatures, aromatherapy for dogs,games, roving reporters and more. Come help the dream move ever closer to reality! FMI: dbraybrook@yahoo.com
Sunday February 17, 2008
10 a.m. to noon
Rabies Plus! Clinic
30 Range Road in Brunswick.
Ear cleaning and nail trimming are $5 - $10 each.Microchipping is available for $25 per pet. Rabies vaccinations $10 each. Bring previous rabies certificate if possible. All proceeds benefit the animals at the Coastal Humane Society. FMI: 725-5051or www.coastalhumanesociety.org
Tuesday February 19, 2008
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Maine Friends of Animals Benefit Night
Flatbread Pizza Company, Commercial Street, Portland
Flatbread Pizza will donate a portion of pizza sales to Maine Friends of Animal. The board of directors will be there to mingle with old and new members. FMI: Deb Trudeau, info@mfoa.net or 207-781-2187
Friday February 22, 2008
4 to 6 p.m.
Wellness Clinic for Dogs and Cats
Mother Nature's Pet Center, 561 Maine Avenue
Care for healthy cats and dogs, including vaccinations, heartworm/Lyme tests, feline leukemia/FIV tests, microchipping and parasite control. No appointment necessary. FMI: 207-582-3580 or www.drhokkanen.com.
Saturday February 23, 2008
9 a.m. doors open
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. testing
AKC Canine Good Citizen Test
Sabattus Town Hall
Sponsored by the Lewiston-Auburn Kennel Club. Open to all dogs. FMI:
9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Beginning Animal Communication Workshop
Camp Ketcha, Scarborough
Valarie Maloney, RMI will teach a workshop on Basic Animal Communication. Please don't bring animals, but bring plenty of photos of your animals past and present. Cost: $75 for the day; lunch is included. A deposit of $25 holds your spot. Hosted by the Bearded Collie Club of Maine. FMI: 207-883-2716 or mebeardies@maine.rr.com.
10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Snow date: Sunday, February 24th
10th Annual Chinooks New England! Winterfest
Hickory Hill Farm - Standish, Maine
Help us celebrate Chinooks New England 10th Anniversary. This event features dog sledding, skijoring, snow shoeing, cross-country skiing, walks in the woods and lots of tawny fur. More information about this event. RSVP to Jessica Maurer at (207) 783-4863 or chinooks@roadrunner.com. FMI: http://www.chinooksnewengland.org/chinook_dog_events.htm
Sunday February 24, 2008
1 to 4 p.m.
Wellness Clinic for Dogs and Cats
Windham Pet Quarters, 765 Roosevelt Trail
Care for healthy cats and dogs, including vaccinations, heartworm/Lyme tests, feline leukemia/FIV tests, microchipping and parasite control. No appointment necessary. FMI: 207-894-7250 or www.drhokkanen.com.
Monday February 25, 2008
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Tri-County Obedience Club Meeting
Fairfield Community Center, Fairfield
Want to Sit in on a meeting to see what our club has to offer? Join us and learn how we have fun with our dogs! FMI: www.tcoc.4t.com
Tuesday February 26, 2008
3 to 6 p.m.
Wellness Clinic for Cats
Scarborough Pet Quarters, 486 Payne Road
Care for healthy cats and dogs, including vaccinations, heartworm/Lyme tests, feline leukemia/FIV tests, microchipping and parasite control. No appointment necessary. FMI: 207-885-5005 or www.drhokkanen.com.
