Calendar of Events: November 2008
Saturday November 1, 2008
November 1- 2
All day
“Biology of Dogs” Seminar
Upper Valley Humane Society, 300 Old Route 10, Enfield, NH
Dr. Charles Berger, DVM looks at:
a dog’s place in nature,
domestication and the human/canine bond,
dogs’ wolf and mammalian heritage,
working dogs (including distance racing sled dogs),
anatomy and physiology of dogs,
common dog diseases,
and more!
FMI: training@uvhs.org or 603-448-6888 x123.
10 a.m. to Noon, Noon to finished
Downeast Dog Scouts Troop #159 Clean Up Walk and November Meeting
Clean Up Walk at Little Long Pond in Seal Harbor and Meeting at Mount Desert Fire Department, Somesville Station.
Take Pride in Acadia Day is sponsored by Friends of Acadia. We will meet in the wooded parking area above Little Long Pond. Meeting activities include fun training games and planning for 2009. Bring a lunch. FMI: 266-5807 or downeastdogscouts@yahoo.com.
APDT Rally O Trials
Wag It Training Center, Calderwood Lane, Lincolnville.
This Two day event is on November 1st and 2nd. The First APDT RALLY O TRIALS in Maine. Eight trials over two days. Open to pure and mixed breed dogs. Run throughs on Friday night. FMI:789-5126 or Sumac@wagitinc.com.
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Canine Body Language and Contextual Meanings Seminar with Sarah Kalnajs
Happy Tails, 119 Bishop Street, Portland
Seminar discussion will include the following: 1. Signs of Stress 2. Appeasement / Deference / Cut-Off / Calming Signals 3. Sequences of the above body language 3. Distance Increasing Behaviors Distance Decreasing Behaviors 4. Test Your Knowledge reading body language 5. The Progression of Aggression (Arousal to Aggression). 6. Styles of play, arousal and behavior modification 7. Dog-park interactions and leash reactive dogs. Cost is $150 or $249 for both Language and Contextual Meanings and On Leash Reactivity in Dogs seminars (includes lunch). FMI: 797-2488 or www.happytailsportland.com.
Sunday November 2, 2008
3 to 6 p.m.
Pet First Aid & CPR class
The Animal House, 372 Main Street, Damariscotta.
Class fee is $40 and includes all books, dvds and materials. Class limited to 12. Taught by licensed Pet First Aid instructor Gail Conley-Regan. Sign-up in advance is required. FMI: 563.5595.
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
On Leash Reactivity in Dogs Seminar with Sarah Kalnajs
Happy Tails, 119 Bishop Street, Portland
On Leash Reactivity in Dogs: The Problem and the Program. Explore the problem of reactivity and on leash aggression toward external stimuli (such as dogs, people, bikes, cars) from problem to prevention through first detection of the problem to resolution. Cost is $150 or $249 for both Leash Reactivity in Dogs and Canine Body Language and Contextual Meanings Seminars (includes lunch). FMI: 97-2488 or www.happytailsportland.com
Sunday November 9, 2008
11 a.m.
Great Dane Playgroup
Willard beach, So. Portland.
If you have a Dane or are just Dane-curious, join the fun. Please RSVP. FMI: 780-0998 or jleelunden@gmail.com.
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Great Dane Meet & Greet
Pet Quarters, Merry meeting Plaza, Brunswick.
Take advantage of the opportunity to meet the Danes and talk about Great Dane Rescue. Pet Quarters offers nail clipping that day. FMI: 729-0679 or coastaldanes@gmail.com.
Saturday November 15, 2008
Call for schedule
Heart and Eye Clinic
Carden Kennels, 880 Ohio Street, Bangor
Dr. Alan Bachrach and Dr. Nancy Morris. FMI: mydawgs@roadrunner.com or 942-2161.
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Low Cost Rabies Clinic
Warren Fire Department, Western Road, Warren.
$10 per animal, cash only. Dogs on leashes and cats in carriers. Dr. Craig Underhill will be in attendance. FMI: www.hskcME.org or
594-2200.
Sunday November 16, 2008
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Chinese Crested Rescue
Petco, 220 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland.
Drop in and see us at our informational table to visit with and learn about hairless dogs and their plight for rescue. FMI: 233-6540 or crestedguardians.org.
CERF Eye and Micro-chip clinic
York County Veterinary Referral Hospital, Arundel.
A clinic hosted by Dr. Ruth Marion. Pre- registration required, eye clinic $35 per dog, micro-chipping $30 per dog, with a 100 dog limit. FMI: 284-9911 or msmart@maine.rr.com to register.
Thursday November 20, 2008
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Coastal Humane Society Grand Re-Opening
Coastal Humane Society, 30 Range Rd, Brunswick.
We are thrilled to announce that they will be re-opening our doors with a festive celebration. All animals and humans are encouraged to attend. In addition to refreshments and door prizes, staff and volunteers will be on hand to lead tours through our fabulous, newly renovated facility. The tours will take place each hour, beginning at noon. FMI: coastalhumanesociety.org or 725-5051.
Sunday November 23, 2008
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Art for Dog Sake - A Gathering of Artists
Sprague Hall, off Route 77 in Cape Elizabeth.
A diverse group of artists gathering with a mission: to help rescue dogs in need. A two dollar donation at the door will be donated to Maine based rescue: Dogs Deserve Better. It is our hope to raise money and awareness for this cause. We would appreciate your support so come & bring a friend or two! FMI: festivefish.net.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Art for Dog Sake
Sprague Hall, Cape Elizabeth.
A diverse group of artists gathering with a mission to help rescue dogs in need. A two dollar donation at the door will be donated to Maine based rescue: Dogs Deserve Better. It is our hope to raise money and awareness for this cause. We would appreciate your support so come & bring a friend or two! FMI: festivefish@aol.com or 846.4925.
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