4th Annual Bowl for Guide Dogs
Saturday, August 1, 2009
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bowl-A-Vard Lanes, 2121 E Springs Drive, Madison
Share our vision with Wisconsin's blind community by participating in our fundraiser! Pizza and soda included, silent auction and raffle.
http://www.occupaws.org/forms/Bowling2009EntryReg1.pdf
Re-Dog Sale
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Sunday, August 16, 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
Kids & Dogs Class
August 3 -24, 2009
The Dog Den, 2821 Index Road, Madison
This class is for children of Elementary & Middle School age. Your child will learn how to train your family dog (dogs of all ages encouraged to come!) in a positive, fun way! We learn basic commands and tricks in a kid-friendly environment. We also talk about basic dog responsibilities, care and appropriate etiquette between kids and dogs. Parents are required to stay for the class, and other family members are encouraged to come too! This is a wonderful class to teach your child about your dog, and a great bonding time for the whole family! Class runs for 4-weeks and costs $60.00.
http://www.thedogden.com
Dogs welcome
DOGA (Yoga for Dogs)
Thursday, August 6, 2009
7:00 PM
Ruffin' It Resort, 635 Struck Street, Madison
Ruffin' It will be hosting another special DOGA class at 7pm, August 6th. Ruffin' It is teaming up with Harbor Athletic Club and the Mind/Body Director, Courtney Weis to host a DOGA class, yoga for you and your canine companion. Pre registration is required. Please call Ruffin' It to sign up!
http://www.ruffinitresort.com/index.php
Dogs welcome
Charity Doggie Wash by the Lucky Country Clovers 4-H Club
Saturday, August 8, 2009
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Spring Valley Kennels, Blue Mounds
Proceeds to benefit the Iowa County Humane Society and the Carly Batz Fund - first 50 dogs get a special goodie bag! Bring 2 nonperishable food items for the Mt. Horeb Food Pantry and receive $1.00 off. Food stand and educational events throughout the day
http://www.ichs.net/index.html#doggiewash
Dogs welcome
Book Signing - 8 State Hurricane Kate!
Saturday, August 8, 2009
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
bad dog frida, 2094 Atwood Ave, Madison
Author Jenny Pavlovic will be here to sell and sign her book about Kate, an Australian Cattle Dog, that was rescued from Hurricane Katrina. Kate and Jenny proceeded to travel through 8 states to Jenny's home in Minnesota. The book is the story of Jenny's journey to find Kate's original people. $5 of each book sale will be donated to a local rescue group, Shelter From the Storm.
http://www.baddogfrida.com/events.html
Humane Society Heroes Event Day
Saturday, August 8, 2009
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Dane County Humane Society, 5132 Voges Road, Madison
Every other month we are offering special event days just for Humane Society Hero members. Each day will be lead by our Shelter Educator and include a volunteer activity at the shelter and a game or craft. Spots are limited and registration is required to attend.
http://www.giveshelter.org/sitemgr/heroes
Core Clicker Training with Laura VanArendonk Baugh
August 8-9, 2009
Western Waukesha County Dog Training Center
W1314 Cedar Drive, Ixonia
Clicker training is fun for both ends of the leash! Not only is it an enjoyable non-confrontational way to teach new behaviors, its unparalleled communication speeds future training as well. Laura will explain clicker training starting from
the basics -- no experience necessary -- and then she will lead you through further application and theory that allows clicker trainers to obtain much more complicated and impressive results. Spaces are limited - register early!
http://www.grrow.org/resources/grrowclickerseminaraug2009.pdf
Dogs welcome
Angel's Wish Adoption Event at PETsMART East
Sunday, August 9, 2009
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
PETsMART East, 2216 E Springs Dr, Madison
http://www.angelswish.org/events.html
Paws for a Cause Dog Walk
Saturday, August 15, 2009
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Dodge County Humane Society, N6839 State Road 26 Juneau
Our annual dog walk will be held on August 15 from 10am until 2pm at the humane society. There will be demonstrations, vendors, a silent auction, brat fry, and more - something for everyone. Plus, this year prizes will be award for the team (pizza party courtesy of Domino's in Horicon) and individual that raises the most money ($50 cash!). This is a great way to strut your stuff, get some exercise, and raise much needed funds for the humane society. Pass the word!
http://www.dodgecountyhumanesociety.org/docs/2009_Dog_Walk_Flyer.pdf
Dogs welcome
Dirty Dog Wash
Saturday, August 15, 2009
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Mounds Janesville
$7 wash, $10 nail trim - all proceeds benefit the Rock County Humane Society.
http://moundspet.com/cms/v3/index.php
Dogs welcome
Meet & Greet with Greyhound Pets of America (GPA)
Saturday, August 15, 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
Catapalooza
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Dane County Humane Society, 5132 Voges Road, Madison
Join us for our annual celebration of cats, Catapalooza, at the main shelter on Voges Road. Stay tuned for more information!
http://www.giveshelter.org/sitemgr/upcoming_events_list
Iowa County 4-H Dog Obedience Show
Sunday, August 16, 2009
9:00 AM
Exhibit Building at the Iowa County Fairgrounds, Mineral Point
http://www.ichs.net/4h_training_partnership.html
Free Seminar - Behavior and Manners
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
11:00 AM
Petco, 2780 HERITAGE Drive, Delafield
Prevent and solve basic behavior problems like barking, chewing, digging, jumping up, running away, and more. Learn the causes of these behaviors and positive ways to change them. A well trained pup is a happy pup. Sign up today!
http://www.petco.com/ASP/StoreEventsCalendar/calendar.asp?StoreNum=1925&TheMonth=8/1/2009
MAD Shiba Picnic
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Token Creek County Park Shelter #5
Join us for the 5th annual MAD Shiba Picnic at Token Creek. As always there will be a lot of fun and friends - including a silent auction and raffle.
http://www.giveshelter.org/sitemgr/upcoming_events52
Dogs welcome
Stella & Chewy's In Store Demo
Saturday, August 22, 2009
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
bad dog frida, 2094 Atwood Ave, Madison
Stella & Chewy's is a Wisconsin maker of quality raw frozen and freeze dried dog and cat diets along with tasty treats! Come by and learn more about this company and get some free samples!
http://www.baddogfrida.com/events.html
Annual Pet Fair at Madison’s Pet Corner
Sunday, August 23, 2009
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Pet Corner, 631-645 Struck Street, Madison
Dogs, bring your families to this tail-wagging event to benefit our local pet rescues & non-profits. The fair features dozens of local rescues, tours of the state-of-the art complex (Westside Family Pet Clinic, Ruffin’ It Resort and 4 Paws Swim & Fitness), chances to win exciting prizes, meet pet rescues & join in training sessions, participate in kids activities, a dog rescue parade, food, doggie triathlon and much more! Bring the family to meet the Capital K-9s and Trainers from Dogs Best Friend and Teacher’s Pet Training Academy. For a complete listing of events at this educational and fun event please see the flyer below.
http://www.madisonspetcorner.com/pet-fair-09-flyer.pdf
Dogs welcome
Positively Pitties
Monday, August 24 to September 28
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
Angel's Wish Ice Cream Social
Saturday, August 29, 2009
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tabby & Jack's, 2990 Cahill Main, Fitchburg
http://www.tabbyandjacks.com
Green Acres Boxer Rescue - New Volunteer Reception/Orientation
Sunday, August 30, 2009
11:30 AM
Dodge County Humane Society, N6839 State Road 26 Juneau
Do you want to get involved in Boxer Rescue? Here's your chance! You are invited to attend our new volunteer reception/orientation on August 30th. Meet some of the volunteers, get more information, ask questions, and enjoy a fabulous potluck lunch. We'd love to meet you and find out how you'd like to get involved! Please email Claudia if you'd like to attend.
http://www.gabr-wi.com/
DCHS Motorcycle Ride for Pets
Sunday, August 30, 2009
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Check in at Dane County Humane Society
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Hit the road for homeless pets
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Finish up at Quaker Steak & Lube with music and prizes
Join fellow animal-loving riders for a motorcycle ride through Dane County. Start at the main shelter and end at Quaker Steak & Lube for prizes, food, and fun!
http://www.giveshelter.org/sitemgr/upcoming_events50
Dining For Dogs
Monday, August 31, 2009
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Moose Head Pub, 1601 East Gate Drive, Watertown
Join us for this very special benefit to raise money for the Dodge County Humane Society. 100% of ALL proceeds from food and beverage sales along with merchandise sales (t-shirts, hats, sweatshirts) will also go to the shelter. I believe the Dodge County Humane Society is also having a silent auction. This is "gonna be BIG"....join us as customers or volunteers if you can!!!!
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=113226817108&ref=search
And a sneak peek at September...
3rd Annual Labor Day Dog Paddle
Monday, September 7, 2009
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Goodman Pool, 325 Olin Ave., Madison
Celebrate the end of summer with your dog at the pool! Join the fun and hilarity as we watch dogs vie for farthest jump, fastest retrieve, and biggest splash. There will be additional contests and prizes. Great fun for a great cause!
http://www.capitalk9s.org/events/labor-day-dog-paddle
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