If you know of an event open to the public that's not listed here, please post it in the comments section, or contact the Dog Blog at jacobziggymarley@hotmail.com.

For events marked "Dogs welcome", please use your best judgement.

Positively Pitties
Monday, July 6 to August 10, 2009
Dane County Humane Society, 5132 Voges Road, Madison
Positively Pitties is a Pit Bull Terrier education program that includes six weeks of information and manners training.
http://www.giveshelter.org/sitemgr/positively_pitties
Dogs welcome

Alliance for Animals Quarterly Meeting
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
6:30 p.m.
122 State Street, Suite 404, Madison
Come and learn about AFA campaigns and volunteer opportunities. Bring ideas and suggestions for animal rights projects. All interested animal friendly people welcome! Hope to see you. Bring a vegan snack to share if you'd like.
http://www.allanimals.org/events.html

Coffee Hound Hour
Saturday, July 11, 2009
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
bad dog frida, 2094 Atwood Ave, Madison
Join fellow coffee hounds and their hounds the 1st Saturday of every month. We'll provide coffee & tasty treats (human & canine). In addition all treats will be 10% off during this hour. Come hang out with dogs and people who love dogs!
http://www.baddogfrida.com/events.html

Meet & Greet: Badgerland German Shepherd Rescue
Saturday, July 11, 2009
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tabby & Jack's, 2990 Cahill Main, Fitchburg
http://www.tabbyandjacks.com

Meet & Greet with Green Acres Boxer Rescue
Saturday, July 11, 2009
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
bad dog frida, 2094 Atwood Ave, Madison
Learn more about the breed from a knowledgeable volunteer.
http://www.baddogfrida.com/events.html

Pedal for Paws
July 11, 2009
Check-in and registration will be open from 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
418 Railroad Street, New Glarus
Biking fundraising event for Green County Humane Society.  See the beautiful Green County countryside and raise some money for the animals of Green County!
http://www.greencountyhumane.org/newsevents.html

"Paws with a Cause"... A Carnival for Dogs!
July 12, 2009
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Ruffin' It Resort, 635 Struck Street, Madison
A carnival for you, your pooch and the entire family!  Come join the fun from Noon-2P at Ruffin’ It Resort and help support your local Greyhound rescue www.gpawisconsin.org.  This fun-for-all fundraiser has it all:  games, agility, contests, face painting, signature drinks & food, professional pet photography by Sharkeys Pet Portraits, home-made frosty treats and more!  All breeds welcome. 
http://www.ruffinitresort.com/1073-DOG%20CARNIVAL.pdf
Dogs welcome

Hogs for Guide Dogs - Poker Run to Benefit Occupaws
Saturday, July 18, 2009
11:00 AM
Shelton’s Bar, 1821 Main Street, Cross Plains
Help us raise money and awareness for OccuPaws, a local non-profit that supplies guide dogs to Wisconsin’s visually impaired at no cost.  $25/person will get you food, drink, raffle entry, bandana, koozie and entertainment.  Everyone welcome to ride/drive including all 2, 3 & 4 wheel vehicles.
http://www.occupaws.org/Hogs%20For%20Dogs.pdf

Meet & Greet: TLC Labrador Rescue
Saturday, July 18, 2009
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tabby & Jack's, 2990 Cahill Main, Fitchburg
http://www.tabbyandjacks.com

Meet & Greet with Golden Retriever Rescue of Wisconsin (GRRoW)
Saturday, July 18, 2009
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
bad dog frida, 2094 Atwood Ave, Madison
Learn more about the breed from a knowledgeable volunteer.
http://www.baddogfrida.com/events.html

Re-Dog
Sunday, July 19, 2009
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
bad dog frida, 2094 Atwood Ave, Madison
Come and visit our resale store-within-a-store.  Gently used dog items will be available for sale the 1st & 3rd Sunday of each month.
http://www.baddogfrida.com/events.html
Dogs welcome

Young Living Essential Oils Class
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
7:00 PM - 9 PM
If you are interested in natural, holistic treatments, join us as Amanda Johnson tell us about Young Living Essential Oils.  These oils are 100% all natural and can be used for calming, healing, cleaning, and more.   There is no fee to attend, but RSVP's are appreciated.
http://www.dodgecountyhumanesociety.org/events.aspx

Badgerland German Shepherd Rescue Ice Cream Social
Saturday, July 25, 2009
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tabby & Jack's, 2990 Cahill Main, Fitchburg
Buy Organic Frozen Yogurt for $2 and 100% of the proceeds benefit Badgerland German Shepherd Rescue.
http://www.tabbyandjacks.com

Poker for Pets
Saturday, July 25, 2009
4:00 PM
Scatz Nightclub, Middleton
Dane County Humane Society's very first No Limit Hold 'em tournament held at Scatz in Middleton.
http://www.giveshelter.org/sitemgr/upcoming_events64

Baby-Ready Pets
Thursday, July 30, 2009
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
DCHS Westside Adoption Center, Madison
Attend this program to learn how to prepare your pets and yourself for the new changes your baby will make in the household dynamic.  For more information, click here.
http://www.giveshelter.org/sitemgr/upcoming_events56