Calendar of Events: October 2008

Saturday October 4, 2008

Great Dane Meet & Greet
Reigning Cats & Dogs, 913 Post Rd., Wells.
Above & Beyond Great Dane Rescue Meet & Greet. Come meet the Danes. FMI: steph@aabgdr.org, lisa@aabgdr.org or 321-2771.

Strutt Your Mutt Dog Walk & Pet Festival
Simard-Payne Memorial Park(Formally Railroad Park), Lewiston
Join us for a autumn stroll as we celebrate the pets who share our lives! Agility demonstrations, vendors selling their pet-related products, a Blessing of the Animals and the popular contests: Best Tail Wagger, Best Kisser, Stupid Pet Tricks, Best Smile, and Bobbing for Burgers. To benefit the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society. FMI: Donna at 786-4713

13th Annual Northern New England Sled Dog Trade fair and Seminar
Hopkinton Fair Grounds,Contoocook, NH.
The two day event includes Speakers, raffles,vendors, races and more FMI: questions@mainemadedogsleds.com or 445-5550.

8th Annual All Breed Dog Walk Fundraiser
Borderland State Park, 259 Massapoag Ave., No. Easton, Sharon, MA
Sponsored by German Shepherd Rescue of New England, Inc. (a non-profit that provides rescue and adoption services throughout all of New England). Join us for a fun day of activities with your dog. All dogs be leashed,up to date on vaccinations and have current dog license. Registration ($10.00). Music & activities throughout the day including: agility demo, CGC test, parade of rescue dogs, games, lucky ticket raffle, vendors, rescue groups, amateur photo contest, prizes, & much more! Please visit our website for more details and to print out a flyer/pledge sheet. Pre-Register and start your online fundraising at www.firstgiving.com/gsrne. Free GSRNE Walk Wag t-shirt for registered walkers collecting $50.00; Free Doggie Bandana for all registered dogs; Prizes for the top two pledge collectors! Prize for photo contest winner! The Park requires a Parking Fee of $2.00. FMI: www.gsrne.org , www.gsrnewalknwag.org or 978-443-2202.

Championship and Household Pets Cat Show
Rochester Elks Lodge No.1393, 41 Columbus Ave., Rochester, N.H.
The two day event with the Show theme "Leaf Peeping Tom Cats", will be fun for all. Judging both days, free parking, Quick win raffle, Vendor's with unique products, and Local Shelters cats on display. Advanced registration for showing cats. FMI: 603-859-4738.

Sunday October 5, 2008

Downeast Dog Scouts Troop 159 October Meeting
Mount Desert Island and Somesville Fire Station.
There will be a 1.5 mile walk on Mount Desert Island starting at 9:30 a.m.,Call or email for directions. At the October meeting, which starts at Noon at the Fire Station, we will celebrate the Downeast Dog Scouts one year anniversary and welcome individuals interested in learning more about the troop. Bring a lunch. FMI: 266-5807 or downeastdogscouts@yahoo.com

Responsible Dog Ownership Day
I-95 Event Center, Kennedy Memorial Drive, Oakland.
The Tri-County Obedience Club is hosting an AKC Canine Good Citizen Testing to promote AKC's Responsible Ownership Day. Cost for CGC is $15/dog. To register call 207-397-4105. The club will be having a raffle table & baked goods. Louise Poppema will be conducting Animal Communicator readings. Cost $25/pet. If you want your pet read please call 207-778-9261. FMI: 207-877-7225 or tellell@verizon.net.

Thursday October 9, 2008

Wellnes Clinic
Kennel Shop, 152 Western Ave. #5, Augusta.
FMI: 623-2939.

Saturday October 11, 2008

Intermediate Agility Handling Camp
White Mountain Agility,Sandwich, New Hampshire.
This three day event is hosted by Wag It Training Center of Lincolnville, Maine. Improve your agility handling skills and your dogs performance with National and International agility champion, Julie Daniels. FMI: 789-5126 or sumac@wagitinc.com.

Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 765 Roosevelt Trail, Windham.
FMI: 894-7250.

Wellness Clinic
Kennel Shop, 20 East Ave., Lewiston.
FMI: 777-1376.

Eastern Maine Agility Club Trial
Hadley Point Campground, Bar Harbor
A 2 day Canine Performance Events dog agility show hosted by the Eastern Maine Agility Club. Open to the public with free admittance. Well behaved dogs only please. Vendor space available. FMI: Gary and Barbara Simons, HighQ Agility Services, at 288-3805 or HighQ@Prexar.Com.

Wag The Vote
The Bath Public Park, next to the Patten Free Library in Bath.
Bring your unregistered friends, Families and Comrades to a voter registration with a Tail. They register to Vote and you get a treat. WHY? If we care as much about our vote as we do our pets, our country will be in great shape. A grand prize to the dog who brings the most unregistered voters. Other prizes also. FMI: 991-8042 , wagthevote@localnet.com or www.bathdemocrats.org.

Sunday October 12, 2008

Great Dane Meet and Greet
Pet Quarters, Merry Meeting Plaza, Brunswick.
Bring your Dane for us to meet or come to learn about the Great Dane. Nail clipping offered throughout the day.FMI: 729-0679 or coastaldanes@gmail.com

Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 486 Payne Rd., Scarborough.
FMI: 885-5005.

Eastern Maine Agility Club Trial
Hadley Point Campground, Bar Harbor
A 2 day Canine Performance Events dog agility show hosted by the Eastern Maine Agility Club. Open to the public with free admittance. Well behaved dogs only please. Vendor space available. FMI: Gary and Barbara Simons, HighQ Agility Services, at 288-3805 or HighQ@Prexar.Com.

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

Tuesday October 14, 2008

Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 45 Wells Plaza, Wells.
FMI: 641-0620.

Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 486 Payne Rd., Scarborough.
Cats only clinic. FMI: 885-5005.

Thursday October 16, 2008

Wellness Clinic
Kennel Shop, 220 Expedition Dr., Scarborough.
FMI: 883-3674.

Saturday October 18, 2008

Wellness Clinic
Kennel Shop, 1364 Main St., Sanford.
FMI: 490-2412.

Wellness Clinic
Kennel Shop, 4 Scammon St.#18, Saco.
FMI: 282-2850.

Pet Portrait Demonstration
Scalawags Pet Boutique, 24 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport.
Award-winning animal artist Carol Santora will demonstrate a pet portrait in pastel. Talk to the artist while she paints. Refreshments served. FMI: Call Scalawags at 967-2775.

Sunday October 19, 2008

Cocker Spaniel Rescue of New England 11th Annual Benefit Auction
Holiday Inn, Adams Street, Boxborough, MA.
Benefit live and silent auction of over 400 items. Price is $18 or $20 at the door, includes lunch, fun event for all animal lovers. FMI: www.csrne.org, 603-547-3363

Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 744 Stillwater Dr., Bangor.
11 a.m. to noon for cats and noon to 3 p.m. for dogs. FMI: 947-3791.

Tuesday October 21, 2008

Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 147 Bath Rd., Brunswick.
FMI: 373-0432.

Thursday October 23, 2008

Wellness Clinic
Kennel Shop, 770 Roosevelt Trl., Windham.
FMI: 892-8825.

Saturday October 25, 2008

Red Cross Pet First Aid/CPR Class
Hope Unleashed, Inc.
Space is limited to 12 participants; please call to reserve. Fee is $45 and includes book, DVD, and lunch. FMI: 322-7285 or nancy@hopeunleashed.com I

YCKC Fall 2008 B-OB/Rally O Match
Mousam Saddle and Harness Club, 13 Emmons Rd.,Kennebunk.
Breed, Obedience, Rally , Jr. Showmanship, CGC Test (CGC requires that dogs wear a flat buckle collar or martingale and be on a 6-foot leash). FMI: http://yorkcountykennelclub.homestead.com/showtime.html, 324-8924, or my3seadogs@yahoo.com.

Handling the Super Drive Dog
White Mountain Agility School, Sandwich, New Hampshire.
This two full day event hosted by Wag It Training Center of Lincolnville, Maine, is on October 25th and 26th. Do you have a dog that runs lightening fast on the agility course, frantically barks, or sometimes just can't think because they are so excited. This is the camp for you and your dog. FMI: 207-789-5126 or sumac@wagitinc.com

Wellness Clinic
Kennel Shop, 91 Auburn St., Portland.
FMI: 797-0779.

Wellness Clinic
Kennel Shop, 50 Maine St., South Portland.
The first half hour for cats. FMI: 799-7282.

Rabies Plus Clinic
Bowdoinham Town Hall, 13 School Street, Bowdoinham.
Ear cleaning and nail trimming are $5 - $10 each. Microchipping is available for $25 per pet. Rabies vaccinations are available for dogs and cats only at $10 each. Please bring previous rabies certificate if possible. FMI: 725-5051 or www.coastalhumanesociety.org.

The Colony Hotel Dog Lovers Weekend
The Colony Hotel, 140 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport.
Activities include on-site grooming, obedience, demonstrations, vet advice, artists and vendors with gifts, toys and more. FMI: 967-3331.

Adoption Clinic
The Animal House, 372 Main Street , Damariscotta,
Maine Greyhound Rescue Placement is sponsoring an adoption clinic. FMI: 563.5595.

Sunday October 26, 2008

National Pit Bull Awareness
Pet Quarters, 486 Payne Road, Scarborough
Come learn about the history of pit bulls in America, find local pit-friendly businesses, and meet pit bull ambassadors. Whether you're new to the breed or looking for assistance with a bully breed you currently own, you've come to the right place! FMI: 591-7036 or adam@somepit.org or jessica@somepit.org.

Rabies Clinic
The Animal House, 372 Main Street, Damariscotta.
Rabies clinic sponsored by Dr. Abby Strobbe, $10. FMI: 563.5595.

Tuesday October 28, 2008

Wellness Clinic
Mother Nature’s Pet Center, 561 Maine Avenue, Farmingdale.
FMI: 582-3580.

Thursday October 30, 2008

Pet Costume Party and Contest
The Animal House, 372 Main Street, Damariscotta.
Free treats and prizes for best costumes! FMI: 563.5595.

4th Annual Halloween Party
Planet Dog Company Store, 211 Marginal Way, Portland.
Featuring Free spooky brew and lots of slimy drool. Enter you furry devil into the homemade costume contest. Judging starts at 7 p.m.. Kids are welcome.