Calendar of Events: February 2009
Saturday February 7, 2009
call for details
Cupids & Canines
Camp Bow Wow ,Portland.
Cupids and Canines will be an adoption event in cooperation with Almost Home Rescue of Maine. There will be dogs available for adoption for you to meet in the Camp. FMI: 541-9247 or portlandme@campbowwow.com.
1 to 3 p.m.
Animal Welfare Society at Planet Dog
Planet Dog, 211 Marginal Way, Portland.
The store hosts the AWS Mobile Adoption Team with adoptable canines. FMI: www.animalwelfaresociety.org.
Feb. 7 & 8, 10 a.m.
Animal Welfare Society at the Maine Home Show
Cumberland County Civic Center, Portland.
Join AWS at the Maine Home Show in Portland.
FMI: www.animalwelfaresociety.org.
Sunday February 8, 2009
1 to 3 p.m.
Meet & Greet
Planet Dog, Portland.
Come meet the Danes and learn about our Rescue. FMI: 729-0679.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Downeast Dog Scouts Troop #159 February Meeting
Mount Desert Fire Department, Somesville Station, Route 102.
Rebecca Henderson, founder of Renaissance Dogs in Holden will present a program about emergency preparedness for you and your pets. Bring a lunch. Following lunch there will be a winter walk (weather permitting) and/or fun training games. FMI: 266-5807 or downeastdogscouts@yahoo.com.
Thursday February 12, 2009
6:00 to 7:30 pm
5th Annual Valentine's Day Canine Cocktail Party & Dog Kissing Contest
Planet Dog Company Store, 211 Marginal Way, Portland.
This event for dog lovers and their canine companions features free beer and treats and a dog kissing contest. The longest, sloppiest kiss gets an assortment of Planet Dog's best-sellers valued at $75. The event is free, but there is a $5 entry fee for the contest which is a donation to the Planet Dog Foundation. FMI: 761-1515 or kristen@planetdog.com.
Saturday February 14, 2009
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Puppy Love - Valentine's Day Photos and Microchip Clinic
For Dogs Grooming & Boutique, 251 Main Rd (Rt. 1A), Holden.
Show your pet how much you love them by having their picture taken by Keepsake Photography of Brewer and get them microchiped by Dr. Katie Carter of River Road Veterinarian Hospital. There will be complimentary nail trims, an opportunity to ask the trainer, and discounts to the boutique. The $5 photography sitting fee will be waived if you bring a new dog toy or food to be donated to area animal shelters and food pantries as part of this years Presents for Pups Campaign. Microchiping costs $25 and all proceeds will be donated to help animals in need. FMI: 989-7297.
11 a.m to 1 p.m.
Greyhound Meet & Greet
PetCo, Turnpike Mall, Augusta. Adopted greyhounds and their owners will meet and greet the public. Come visit with these calm and loving pets and ask questions. FMI: 622-2502.
Sunday February 15, 2009
10 a.m. to Noon
Rabies Plus! Clinic
Coastal Humane Society, 30 Range Road, Brunswick.
Ear cleaning and Nail Trimming $5 - $10. Rabies Vaccinations for cats and dogs only are $10. Please bring current rabies certificate if available. Microchipping is $25. FMI 725-5051.
1 to 3 p.m.
Annual Valentine's Day PUG Party
Herbert Sargent Community Center, 342 Bennoch Rd., Old Town.
Fun contests including: biggest pug, smallest pug, longest tongue, curliest tail, best kisser, best trick, fastest pug and best Valentine's Spirit costume. Several raffles and other pug related items for sale!
So come on over and enjoy some yummy snacks and let your pug play. FMI: 356-8672, Aleefletcher@aol.com or ybcdoula@roadrunner.com.
Monday February 16, 2009
7:15 p.m.
Tri-County Obedience Club Meeting
Fairfield Community Center Gym
Join us to see if being part of the TCOC is right for YOU! We are a small club dedicated to dogs and the camaraderie of other dog lovers. Tonight's meeting includes a demo on tricks training, which is a preview of a class to begin in March. FMI: 649-9100 or
ellenmaine@gmail.com.
Tuesday February 17, 2009
Feb. 17- 20, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. each day
Animal Welfare Society's Youth Vacation
Animal Welfare Society, Kennebunk.
Hurry to register and confirm your place; spaces are filling fast! The workshop is for children ages 9-12. The children will have an opportunity to experience life at the Animal Welfare Society with our fun-loving, furry friends. The program has proven to be a rewarding opportunity for children to actively participate in the care and socialization of animals. It includes a field trip, crafts, and lots of time with the animals! Each child will receive an Animal Welfare Society T-shirt, a photo taken with their favorite shelter animal, as well as a great hands-on learning experience. Download a registration form. FMI: www.animalwelfaresociety.org.
Thursday February 19, 2009
9 a.m. to Noon
The Animal Welfare Advisory Committee
Maine Department of Agriculture, Deering Building, Room 319, Augusta.
This Governor appointed Council meets monthly and discusses animal welfare issues and legislation, and advices Maine’s Department of Agriculture. Meetings are open to the public. The public does have an appointed representative, as do a wide variety of other groups. FMI: http://www.maine.gov/agriculture/aw/awac.html.
Saturday February 21, 2009
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Animal Welfare Society at PetSmart
PetSmart, Biddeford.
PetSmart at Biddeford Crossing welcomes the Mobile Adoption Team. FMI: www.animalwelfaresociety.org.
Wednesday February 25, 2009
7 to 8 p.m.
What Your Dog Is Saying-canine body language
South Portland Community Center, 21 Nelson Rd., South Portland.
Educational lecture with Elsa Larsen, dog trainer and owner of My Wonderful Dog. This will be a presentation about canine body language and what a dog is really saying to you without words.Please RSVP to southportlanddog@yahoo.com by Feb. 10, 2009. Lecture is $3.00 for members and $10.00 for non-members. FMI: 749-4502.
Saturday February 28, 2009
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Adoption Clinic
The Animal House, Damariscotta.
Maine Greyhound Placement Service.
Noon to 4 p.m.
1st Annual Dog Bowl
Point Lookout Resort and Conference Center- Point Lookout Bowling Center, Northport.
Critter Outfitter is happy to sponsor Friends of Belfast Parks, First Annual Bowling for Biscuits, fundraiser. There will be food, fun and a chance to win prizes. Team sponsership sheets can be picked up at Critter Outfitter located in Camden. FMI: www.friendsofbelfastparks.org or call 338-9672, 338-1985.
