ONGOING WEEKLY EVENTS Below
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DOGS
Greyhounds To Go Walking Club - all well behaved, leashed dogs welcome

EVERY Sat. 10:00am in front of the Hall of Champions in Balboa Park, 1549 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, California, 92101.
For more information go to web site - http://greyhounds2go.org/sd_events.html

Greyhound Walking Club - all well behaved, leashed dogs welcome
Generally the 1st & 3rd Saturdays at different locations around the County.
For more info - http://www.gwcsdc.homestead.com/schedule.html

Cocker Spaniel Social
1st & 3rd SATURDAYs OF EVERY MONTH
- In Oceanside & La Jolla
For more info email Peggy Mundell at SDDogRescue@cox.net Or Visit Web Site - http://cockerspaniel.meetup.com/4/

French Bulldog Meet-up Group -
Meet 2nd & 4th Saturday each month at local parks & beaches
Form more info:http://www.frenchbulldog.meetup.com/41/ or Email Robert Goulet at Rgoulet69@hotmail.com

Doggie Happy Hour - W Hotel 421 West "B" Street, San Diego, CA 92101
Last Tuesday 5-7pm - Bring your dog and socialize on their outside patio,
Please call first at 619-231-8220 to make sure they are still having it

The Daily Pet
Monthy events
in Del Mar store, 12845 El Camino Real, Del Mar, 92014
More info - http://www.thedailypet.com/

Muttropolis
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Monthly events

in Solana Beach store, 227 S. Cedros, 92075
More info - http://www.muttropolis.com/content.cfm?section=events-solana-beach
in La Jolla store, 755 Girard Ave., 92037
More info - http://www.muttropolis.com/content.cfm?section=events-la-jolla

Purebred Dog Club Shows & Sporting Dog Events
Every month - For dates go to - http://www.sandiegodog.com/upcomingevents.html


EDUCATION CLASSES
Pet First Aid - American Red Cross
Held Monthly -
Cost: $60.00 4-hour class includeds Pet First Aid Handbook. Classes held in Mission Valley & Vista.
For More Info: www.SDARC.org or call 858-309-1439

Happy Hour Lecture Series -
San Diego Humane Society
3rd Thursdays, Different classes and times.
For more info go to web site at - http://www.sdhumane.org/site/PageServer?pagename=prg_HappyHour

Doggie Cafe - San Diego Humane Society
Last Friday 6-8pm - Have fun socializing with your pets and trainers will be on hand for training tips.
To reserve a space call 619-299-7012 extension 2230 For more info visit web site - http://www.sdhumane.org/site/PageServer?pagename=prg_DoggieCafe


Adult Education courses - Escondido Humane Society
Bi-monthly classes - for list go to web site click on "Education", then "Upcoming Classes"
http://www.escondidohumanesociety.org/

Pet Sitting Business Courses - Pet Sitting University
3 hour & 2 Day seminars available as online courses or held at community colleges and local humane societies throughout county.
For more info - http://www.PetSittingUniversity.com

KIDS
Animal Tales, a FREE story telling program for kids 4 to 8yrs
. Stories and crafts.
3rd Sunday, 1:00pm
More info -please call 619-299-7012 ext. 2251 or visit http://www.sdhumane.org and navigate to "Just for Kids".

Tots Tales, a FREE story telling program for preschoolers or your playgroups.
4th Thursday, 10:30am
More info -please call 619-243-3432 or visit http://www.sdhumane.organd navigate to "Just for Kids".



PARROTS
Parrot Classes
Monthly classes
held at the Marina Village Conference Center, $10.00 Non-Members, $15.00 at the door.
To register go to web site at http://www.peac.org/sem_by_site.shtml

RABBITS
Volunteer or find out more about San Diego House Rabbit Society.
For more info call 619-718-7777 or visit web site at - www.sandiegorabbits.org

RADIO PROGRAMS

Pets N Vets -Every Sat. 1 to 2pm - 1170AM KCBQ http://www.petsnvetsradio.c
Talkn' Animals with Dr. Dog - Every Sun. 9-10am - 760AM KFMB http://www.drdog.com/

VACCINATION CLINICS- Low Cost
Rabies & Vaccinations
Throughout County - Pet Network
For dates - http://www.petnetwork.us/
Rabies & Microchipping
At County Shelters - Department of Animal Services
For dates - http://www.sddac.com/clinics.asp

If you offer an ongoing animal event, email us at PetSitCo@san.rr.com

JANUARY 2008               back to top of page ^

Jan. 26th - 27th -
S.D. Cat Fanciers Annual Show

10am to 5 pm Cost: $8.00 plus $9.00 parking - Del Mar Fair Grounds -Largest cat show & vendor booths in San Diego County.
More Info: www.SanDiegoCat.org 760-942-6457

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Feb. 1-18th -
15th Anniversary SALE at Dog Beach Dog Wash

7am to 9pm Daily - EVERYTHING in the store is 15% to 50% OFF! Plus 15 FREE Dog Washes will be given away each day during the celebration.
Located at 4933 Voltaire Street, San Diego, CA 92107 http://www.DogWash.com

Feb. 6th-11th -
11th Annual San Diego Bird Festival - Sponsored by the San Diego Audubon Society.
Cost: All different prices on workshops and day trips.
More Info go to web site at - http://www.sandiegoaudubon.org/birdfest.htm

Feb. 8-10 -
Annual Greyhound Fest in Solvang

For More Info -
http://www.solvanggreyhoundfest.org/

Feb 9th -10th-
Pet Sitting University 2 Day Seminar

9am to 5pm - Cost: $485.00 Location - Rancho Coastal Humane Society, 389 Requeza Street, Encinitas, CA 92024.
Includes instruction through lectures, video plus 100 page study guide, 2 additional books on the pet sitting industry, free one page web site creation and hosting for one year plus 8 legal business forms.
Registration Deadline February 4th
To register email Instructor Pamela Begeal at PetSitco@san.rr.com or call 858-565-9317 www.PetSittingUniversity.com

Feb. 10th -
2nd Annual Cupids & Canines Dog Adoption Event
Sponsored by San Diego Animal Support Foundationa
11am to 3pm Cost: Free except for cost for adoption
Find your PAWfect Match during this huge adoption event, featuring 50 dogs of all breeds and sizes from 15 local shelters and rescues. ALL IN ONE PLACE!! (Could it be any easier?) Every dog adopted will receive a large goodie bag full of free gifts, services, and treats, to make the transition to a new home as pleasant as possible!
A $2 raffle ticket may win you a basket of gifts and goodies worth more than $375!
Held at Dunk N Dog dog wash - 3056 Clairemont Dr., San Diego, CA 92117619-847-8755
For More Info - http://www.sdshelters.com/news/Events.html

Feb. 16th -
Pawsitively Yours
- Dog Adoption Event
Time: 11 AM to 4 PM Cost: Free except cost for adoption.
Adoption and charity fund raising event hosted by Camp Bow Wow El Cajon. There will be several rescue groups and shelters on hand with many availalble dogs that want to be Pawsitively Yours! There will also be raffle baskets with all proceeds going to the ACES Foundation and El Cajon Animal Shelter.
Location: Camp Bow Wow, El Cajon, 1677 N. Marshall Avenue, Suite A, El Cajon, CA 92020
For More Info - Connie Garrett, 619-818-0923

Feb. 23th-24th-
Silver B
ay Kennel Club Show
9am to 4pm Cost: FREE, Parking $9.00 - Del Mar Fair Grounds - Largest dog show & vendor booths in San Diego County -
More Info: Silver Bay Kennel Club Jim Locke Show Chairman 619-225-8737

MARCH 2008                            back to top of page ^

Mar. 1st –
Pet Telethon Fox Channel 6

Noon-5pm Cost: Pledge donation to benefit S.D. Humane Society- More Info: 619-299-7012http://www.sdhumane.org/site/PageServer?pagename=evn_Telethon
To Pledge donation call 1-877-248-6263

Mar. 9th -
Ugly Dog Contest

10am to 3pm Cost: $8.00 Adults $2.00 12 & under Dog entry fee per contest category $6.00 See ad pg -Benefits Rancho Coastal Humane Society & Helen Woodward Animal Center - Del Mar Fair Grounds-Paddock -
More Info: www.UglyDogContest.com 858-755-5913

Mar. 15th -
Hillcrest Fund Raising & Adoption Event - benefitting San Diego Humane at TAG store
for dogs & Cats
11 am to 3pm. Cost: Free to attend, fee to adopt. Gift bags are available for those who are interested in adopting. Stop by the store to pick up anapplication ahead of
time. Location 142 D University Avenue (in Hillcrest), San Diego , CA 92103
More Info: 619-497-0180 http://www.shop-tag.com

Mar. 15th -
Tails & Trails Dog Walk
- Fallbrook
9am to Noon Cost: $3.00 each category entry in contests. Canine Contests, awarding prizes to canine competitors for events that include Ugliest Cute Dog, Best Trick, Smallest and Biggest Dogs, and Owner Look-Alike. And collect pledges of $30.00 or more and receive a "goodie bag, event t-shirt and one ticket for the prize drawings. There will also be a One- mile walk around preserve. Booths and dog-related demonstrations.. Held at the Los Jilgueros Preserve on South Mission Road just north of the Fallbrook High School which is located at 2400 S Stage Coach Lane, 92028. EVENT PARKING at South Mission & Peppertree Lane (by Bank of America)
To register click HERE
For event brochure click HERE More Info: Connie Freese ConstanceFreese@msn.com or 760-519-2302

Mar. 15th-16th -
Del Sur Kennel Club Dog Show–
Del Mar Fair Grounds
9am-4pm - Cost - FREE to enter, $8.00 to park Dogs showing in several rings plus vendor booths with pet products.

29th-30th-
Fools For Flyball 2008

8:00am to 5:00pm - Cost: FREE Come watch dogs from all over compete in flyball competition at the beautiful Skydance Ranch in Oceanside, 321 Wilshire Rd, Oceanside, Ca 92054.
For more Info - Email - PamelaBeane@sbcglobal.net Web Site - http://www.CatchersOnTheFly.org

Mar. 30th -
Paws In The Park – Walk to benefit Escondido Humane Society

7:30am to Noon - Cost: Collect Pledges - Kit Carson Park in Escondido - More Info: www.EscondidoHumaneSociety.org 760-888-2275

 

APRIL 2008                             back to top of page ^
April 6th -
Intro to the Pet Sitting Business
- 3 hour workshop
9:00am to Noon Cost: $40.00 This is an introductory workshop and will give you the “basics” for starting a financially successful, self employed pet sitting business. It will show you want services to offer and what not to offer,
realistic start up costs, insurance and bonding information and much more.
The Instructor is Pamela Begeal of the Pet Sitting University and Director of the Pet Services and Products Association.
Location - Rancho Coastal Humane Society in Encinitas
To register: Email Pamela Begeal PetSitCo@san.rr.com class will fill quickly.

April 11th-13th -
Family Pet Expo in Orange Count
y - 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
9am-4pm Cost- Get discount coupons starting April 1st at their web site - http://www.petexpooc.com/

April 12th -
WOOFSTOCK
A Festival for Dogs and People benefitting Canine Companions for Independence
9am to 2pm - Cost: $5.00 includes entrance and FREE parking and free opportunity ticket in prize drawings. Plus a "Fun Walk" for those who are interested in collecting pledges. Many animal business vendor booths at the vendor village for shopping, Canine agility and fly ball courses, childrens fun zone, live music, food and demonstrations from assistance dogs.
NEW LOCATION this year in Balboa Park at Presidents Way.
For more info - http://www.cci.org/woofstock/index.html or call Cheryl Crawford at 760-728-5525

April 17th
Planting with Your Pooch

6:30pm-8:pm - COST: $10.00. Having problems keeping a nice backyard with your dog? Learn about "pet-friendly" landscaping techniques from a master gardener. Please note class if for people, so please leave your great pets at home>
For more info: Register at (619) 243-3424

April 19th -
The Boston Terrier Club of San Diego is hosting it's annual "Boston Fun Day"
Everyone is invited to join us.
10am to 3pm - Cost: $10 adults and $5 children over 2. Games -- Prizes--Raffles--Food.
Held at the Hidden Valley Obedience Club, 3420 East Valley Parkway, Escondido, Ca. 92077.
For more info - e-mail barnonebostons@cox.net

April 26th
2nd Annual Solana Beach - Paws In Park

11am to 3pm COST: FREE La Colonia Park 715 Valley Ave, Solana Beach 92075. Come with your family and pets and enjoy Flying Disc Dog & Flyball demonstrations, see exotic animals from Pacific Animal Productions, Pet experts in dog training and nutrition will be on hand to answer your questions. Pet related vendors with products and services in the vendor village and pet adoptions plus the Neuter Scooter will be there for low cost spays and neuters so make your appointment now by calling toll-free 1-866-772-9287.
For more info - http://solana-beach.hdso.net/docs/CS_PawsInThePark.pdf or call Kirk Wenger 858-720-2453

April 26th-27th-
Pet Sitting University 2 Day Seminar

9am to 5pm - Cost: $485.00 Location - Rancho Coastal Humane Society, 389 Requeza Street, Encinitas, CA 92024.
Includes instruction through lectures, video plus 100 page study guide, 2 additional books on the pet sitting industry, free one page web site creation and hosting for one year plus 8 legal business forms.
Registration Deadline April 21st.
To register email Instructor Pamela Begeal at PetSitco@san.rr.com or call 858-565-9317 www.PetSittingUniversity.com

April ? -
Reptile Show
- Del Mar Fair Grounds
10am-4pm Cost $8.00, for more information go to www.IRBA.com

MAY 2008                            back to top of page ^
May 3rd -
Walk For Animals-San Diego Humane Society
& SPCA 7:00am-Noon, Cost: Collect pledges to benefit the shelter. NEW LOCATION ON GRASS!- Crown Point Shores in Pacific Beach, Crown Point Drive, 92109
More Info: www.sdhumane.org or web site at http://www.sdhumane.org/site/PageServer?pagename=evn_WalkForAnimals

May 10th-11th -
Cabrillo Kennel Club
9am to 5pm - NEW LOCATION - Del Mar Fair Grounds. Parking $9.00 http://www.sdfair.com

May 15th -
Pet Day on the Bay
to benefit Helen Woodward Animal Center & Rancho Coastal Humane Society - Hornblower Cruises
9:30am-4pm - Cost- Bring a towel or blanket recieve a free 1 hour bay cruise fromHornblower Cruises, 1066 N. Harbor Drive, 92101, to use that day with your well behaved leashed dog OR any other day without your dog up to Dec. 31st. 2007.
More Info - Hornblower Cruises event calendar at www.hornblower.com or call 619-686-8700.

May 17th
2nd Annual "Paws To Celebrate" North Co. Humane Society fund raiser

6pm-10pm COSt: $225.00 VIP Tickets $125.00 Regular tickets per person with discounts for group tables purchased. VIP Tickets include acknowlegment in program as patron, valet parking, priority seating, hosted wine with your dinner plus patron gift. This year will be 1930's Hollywood theme, black tie optional, with cocktail reception, dinner, whodonit theatrics courtesy of the Mystery Cafe and silent auction. Location Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa.
To purchase tickets - http://www.nchumane.org/news/pawstocelebrate08.html or call 1-800-450-9950.

May 17th & 18th
The Bulldog Club of Greater San Diego hosts - AKC Sanctioned Dog Show

8am - 6pm Sat. 8am -Noon Sun. COSTS: Donations appreciated at entry.
This dog show will feature conformation, obedience and rally events. All contestants will be bulldogs. Location - Bernardo Winery 13330 Paseo del Verno N. which also offers daily wine tours.
For more info- Email show chair Naomi Bell at NaomiBell@hotmail.com

May 31st -
The 5th Annual Encinitas Wine Festival to benefit several charities including the Rancho Coastal Humane Society.

5:00pm to 8:00pm Cost $100.00 per person. Held at the Quail Botanical Gardens. Guest will stroll around the grounds sampling fine wines and beverages from around the world while tasting the best dishes and desserts from local restaurants. For more information go to http://www.EncinitasWineFestival.com or call Rancho Coatal Humane Society at 760-753-6413.

JUNE 2008                             back to top of page ^
June 1st -
Fiesta Del P.A.W.S. Fund Raiser to benefit PAWS, Pets Are Wonderful Support

2:pm-7pm Cost:?
More Info: 619-297-7297 www.PawsSDC.org

June 7th -
20th Annual Spring Fling
- Helen Woodward Animal Center
For more information call - 858-756-4117 or visit the web site at http://www.animalcenter.org/news/releases/2008_fling_01.aspx

June 7th
3rd Annual "Cookout for Critters" ACES Foundation fund raiser
11am to 3pm COST:$75.00 benefiting the El Cajon Animal Shelter. Includes a BBQ lunch at Joan Embery's ranch in Lakeside plus entertaining programs of horse dressage, mounted police and special animal presentations by Joan Embrey.
For more info: http://www.acesfoundation.website-by-you.com/cookout.html Or email ACESInfo@cox.net

June 7th -
Novelty Dog Show 3rd Annual in Alpine

8:00am At Tom C Dykes Park at 1000 Tavern Rd. Alpine 91901. This is a 'fun" event with prizes and refreshments. Entries are $6.00 per class or $20.00 for 4, money raised through the Alpine Lions Club will go to benefit training of Animal Assistance Dogs.
For more Info got to: http://www.alpinelions.org/fundogshow.html or Email Beck at beckybardoo@yahoo.com

June 8th -
Annual Fund Raiser & 40th ANNIVERSARY National Cat Protection Society-
Spring Valley
1-4:30pm Cost: Free, donations appreciated though. 9031 Birch St. Spring Valley, CA 91977 Appetizers, silent auction items, balloon picks and tours of the facility. More Info: www.NatCat.org 619-469-8771 Email - NatCatSpringValley@earthlink.net

June 8th
Carnival De Greyhounds
10am-3pm COST: $15.00 Includes lunch. Bring your Greyhounds & sunshades, chairs, x-pens etc. to 273 Chicory Lane, EL Cajon 92021 for live music, contest, $5.00 doggie pedicures, adoptions, silent aution and raffle to benefit Operation Greyhound.
For More Info: http://www.operationgreyhound.com/ 619-588-6611

June 14th-July 6th -
Del Mar Fair –
NEW animal exhibit this year in the barn with the big Whale painted on the front.
10am-7pm Cost: Free with fair entrance of $11.00. The brand new AgriFair will have new exhibits, long with the petting zoo, “farm pasture,” Super KIDS Market, small animal competitive exhibits and and a focus on agriculture. Be aware the Fair will be CLOSED 2 Mondays this year on June 16th & June 23rd.
For more Info http://www.sdfair.com/fair/index.php?fuseaction=fair.home

June 14th -
Walk A Mile For Animals - Dog Walk & Animal Faire

8:00am to 1:00pm - Cost: Entry fee is $15.00 and walkers will receive T-shirt & bottle of water. The walk will start & end at Rancho Coastal Humane Society and go for 1 mile. The Animal Faire portion will include, vendors, entertainment, workshops, a bake sale and animal readings by Paula Brown and goes from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Location: Rancho Coastal Humane Society, 389 Requeza St., Encinitas, 92024. For vendor space or walker registration call 760-753-6413 and ask or the Development Director. All proceeds will benefit Rancho Coastal Humane Society.

June 14th-15th-
Bahia Sur Kennel Club Dog Show

9am-5pm Cost: Free – Southwestern College, 900 Otay Lakes Rd., Chula Vista, 91910
More Info Web Site - http://www.sandiegodog.com/bahiasur.htm

June 20th -
Take Your Dog to Work Day

Register your company or workplace to take part in the National Take Your Dog to Work Day sponsored by Pet Sitters International.
To get your kit and posters go to http://www.petsit.com/dogday/

June 21st
Chula Vista Pet Fest

8am to 1pm COST: FREE. This fun event located in a beautiful park setting features a 2-mile Doggy Dash walk, entertainment, pet-related activities, vendor village of pet products and services, obedience demonstrations and pet adoptions. Location is Memorial Park in Chula Vista. 373 Park Way, Chula Vista, CA 91910. MORE INFO: www.ThirdAvenueVillage.comor 619-422-1982

June 23rd-27th
Animal Camp for Kids 6 to 12
- A Week In The World of Animals
9:00am to 4:00pm Cost: $175.00 Each day campers will get to experience the life of a different animal group as they learn what it is like to be trained without speech, move like a cat, build shelters and much more.
Rancho Coastal Humane Society is located at 389 Requeza Street in Encinitas. CLASSES FILL QUICKLY To Register Cal l(760) 753-6413 or visit http://www.rchumanesociety.org/ Or http://www.rchumanesociety.org/events/show.php?news_id=215

June 28th
4th Annual Loews Surf Dog Small Wave Competition
9am-3pm COST: $40 for Surf Dogs in Heat One and $50 for Teams in Heat Two if registered by August 13. Registration after August 13 is $50 for Surf Dogs and $60 for Teams. There is no cost to attend and watch. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase at the event (cash only). All proceeds will benefit the Resort’s Good Neighbor Council, a group of employees who volunteer their time to help raise money for various non-profit organizations, including Modest Needs and PAWS of Coronado. To register or for more information, please visit www.LoewsSurfDog.blogspot.com or call 619-424-4000 ext. 6696.

June Generally first Sat. -
Annual Basset Hound Rescue Picnic

More Info - http://members.aol.com/sdbasset/frame.htm

June ?-
Parrot Expo 2008

10:00am to 5:00pm Cost: FREE Many vendors with exciting products for you and your parrot plus adoptable parrots from the Parrot Education & Adoption Center of San Diego.
Location: Marina Village Conference Center, near Sea World - 1936 Quivira Way, Room D-1, San Diego 92109
For Vendor or General Information: Call or email us (619) 287-8200 Parroted@cox.net


JULY 2008                            back to top of page ^

July 7th - 11th
Animal Camp for Kids 6 to 12
- A Week In The World of Animals
9:00am to 4:00pm Cost: $175.00 Each day campers will get to experience the life of a different animal group as they learn what it is like to be trained without speech, move like a cat, build shelters and much more.
Rancho Coastal Humane Society is located at 389 Requeza Street in Encinitas. CLASSES FILL QUICKLY To Register Cal l(760) 753-6413 or visit http://www.rchumanesociety.org/ Or http://www.rchumanesociety.org/events/show.php?news_id=215

July 11th-13th
Wags For Wishes -
NEW LOCATION!
Will be In a large area adjacent to the Otay Ranch Towne Shopping at 2015 Birch Road, Chula Vista, CA 91915-
COST: FREE + FREE PARKING– Dogs and Dog Teams compete in all types of activities from Flyball to Obedience, many vendor booths, food. Benefits the Make A Wish Foundation.
More Info: www.WagsForWishes.com Rachael Gershwin 858-707-9474

July 7th - 11th
Animal Camp for Kids 6 to 12
- A Week In The World of Animals
9:00am to 4:00pm Cost: $175.00 Each day campers will get to experience the life of a different animal group as they learn what it is like to be trained without speech, move like a cat, build shelters and much more.
Rancho Coastal Humane Society is located at 389 Requeza Street in Encinitas. CLASSES FILL QUICKLY To Register Cal l(760) 753-6413 or visit http://www.rchumanesociety.org/ Or http://www.rchumanesociety.org/events/show.php?news_id=215

June 13th-July 4th -
Del Mar Fair –
NEW animal exhibit this year in the barn with the big Whale painted on the front.
10am-7pm Cost: Free with fair entrance of $11.00. The brand new AgriFair will have new exhibits, long with the petting zoo, “farm pasture,” Super KIDS Market, small animal competitive exhibits and and a focus on agriculture. Be aware the
Be aware the Fair will be CLOSED 2 Mondays this year on June 16th & June 23rd.
For more Info
http://www.sdfair.com/fair/index.php?fuseaction=fair.home

July 27th - HOPE Telethon benefitting Helen Woodward Animal Center
10am-2pm - Cost: Call in pledge donations. It will air on KUSI Channels 51/9 For more info - www.AnimalCenter.org or http://www.animalcenter.org/events/telethon/index.aspx

July 28th - Aug. 1st
Animal Camp for Kids 6 to 12 -
Animal Detectives
9:00am to 4:00pm Cost: $175.00 - At Animal Detectives camp, students will develop master detective techniques in order to be able to enter the world of animals and find out just what makes them so special.
Rancho Coastal Humane Society is located at 389 Requeza Street in Encinitas.
CLASSES FILL QUICKLY To Register Cal l(760) 753-6413 or visit http://www.rchumanesociety.org/ Or http://www.rchumanesociety.org/events/show.php?news_id=215

July 7th - 11th
Animal Camp for Kids 6 to 12
- A Week In The World of Animals
9:00am to 4:00pm Cost: $175.00 Each day campers will get to experience the life of a different animal group as they learn what it is like to be trained without speech, move like a cat, build shelters and much more.
Rancho Coastal Humane Society is located at 389 Requeza Street in Encinitas. CLASSES FILL QUICKLY To Register Cal l(760) 753-6413 or visit http://www.rchumanesociety.org/ Or http://www.rchumanesociety.org/events/show.php?news_id=215

July 14th - 18th
Animal Camp for Students 11 to 15yrs.
- Animal Companions 9:00am to 4:00pm Cost: $200.00 Designed to give older students a chance to experience animal care up close and personal, students will interact with animal care professionals and shelter animals to learn what is involved in the care and safety of our pets.
Rancho Coastal Humane Society is located at 389 Requeza Street in Encinitas.
CLASSES FILL QUICKLY To Register Cal l(760) 753-6413 or visit http://www.rchumanesociety.org/ Or http://www.rchumanesociety.org/events/show.php?news_id=215

July 21st - 25th
Animal Camp for Students 11 to 15yrs.
- Animal Companions 9:00am to 4:00pm Cost: $200.00 Designed to give older students a chance to experience animal care up close and personal, students will interact with animal care professionals and shelter animals to learn what is involved in the care and safety of our pets.
Rancho Coastal Humane Society is located at 389 Requeza Street in Encinitas.
CLASSES FILL QUICKLY To Register Cal l(760) 753-6413 or visit http://www.rchumanesociety.org/ Or http://www.rchumanesociety.org/events/show.php?news_id=215

 

July ? -
Animal Adventure Camp Kids 5-13
(six, one-week sessions to choose from) Cost $190.00 per camper Children can interact and learn about animals through games and crafts.
More Infor : Call 619-243-3432 or www.sdhumane.org

July ? -
50% OFF Sidewalk Summer Sale

10:00am to 4:30pm-Location: Thrift Shop 120 Aberdeen, Cardiff, 92007. Youknow how inexpensive the treasures you can find are at our thrift store, now imagine them being 50% off! Some items have never been seen by the public yet, so come on down. Proceeds go to benefit the Rancho Coastal Humane Society.
For more info go to
www.rchsthriftshop.com

July ?
Annual Turtle/Tortoise & Plant Sale benefitting the San Diego Turtle & Tortoise Society

10am-4pm Cost: FREE Balboa Park, Casa del Prado Room 101. We will have native and exotic animals plus adoptions, plants, t-shirts, baked goods and refreshments for sale.
More Info: 619-593-2123 http://www.sdturtle.org/


July?-
Dachshund Summer Picnic

Noon-3:30pm – Cost: Free – Balboa Park, Corner Presidents Way & Park Blvd. Bring your own lunch, blanket, short leashes ONLY. www.SDDC.us

AUGUST 2008                              back to top of page ^

Aug. 4th to 8th
Animal Camp for Kids 6 to 12 -
Animal Detectives
9:00am to 4:00pm Cost: $175.00 - At Animal Detectives camp, students will develop master detective techniques in order to be able to enter the world of animals and find out just what makes them so special.
Rancho Coastal Humane Society is located at 389 Requeza Street in Encinitas.
CLASSES FILL QUICKLY To Register Cal l(760) 753-6413 or visit http://www.rchumanesociety.org/ Or
http://www.rchumanesociety.org/events/show.php?news_id=215

Aug. 9th -
Dog Days of Summer Contest & K-9 Festival in Cardiff
- benefits Rancho Coastal Humane Society
10am-2pm Cost: FREE Bring your pets and enter the costume contests and other assorted contests for prizes, vendor booths with animal products, silent auction items.
Location - Headline Graphics parking lot at the corner of Newcastle & Aberdeen Ave. Cardiff 92007. More Info - www.CardiffDogDaysofSummer.com or www.Cardiff101.com or call 760-436-0431


Aug. 4th to 8th
Animal Camp for Kids 6 to 12 -
Animal Detectives
9:00am to 4:00pm Cost: $175.00 - At Animal Detectives camp, students will develop master detective techniques in order to be able to enter the world of animals and find out just what makes them so special.
Rancho Coastal Humane Society is located at 389 Requeza Street in Encinitas.
CLASSES FILL QUICKLY To Register Cal l(760) 753-6413 or visit http://www.rchumanesociety.org/ Or
http://www.rchumanesociety.org/events/show.php?news_id=215


Aug. 23rd -
2nd Annual Kruise 4 K-9's Motorcycle Run - Oceanside to Julian

8:00am Cost: $25.00 Motorcyclists from Southern California will blaze a trail from Oceanside to Julian to lend a helping hand to California’s Labrador Retrievers at Labrador Harbor’s fund-raiser. The run will end at Menghini Winery in Julian, CA 1150 Julian Orchards Dr., Julian CA 92036. Registration/sign-in will take place in the Spoons Bar and Grill Parking lot 2725 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92054 at 8:00am. Ride begins at 9:00am. Ride approximate distance 56 miles. Registration is $25/person which will include an event T-Shirt and lunch at the winery.
Those not riding can still help out Labrador Harbor by sponsoring a rider, participating in prize drawings, or making a donation to the cause. All proceeds from the Motorcycle Run will benefit Labrador Harbor!
For more information go to: www.LabradorHarbor.org

Aug ? -
Surf CLINIC for Dogs & People - Del Mar Beach Dog Beach benefitting Helen Woodward Animal Center
11:00am to 1:00pm Cost: $10.00 per person with 50% being donated to the Center. Pat Webber from Sa Diego Surf Academy and Rob Kuty of San Diego Pet Training will be there to teach dogs and people to surf in preparation for the Surf A Thon on Sept 9th.
Location - Dog Beach in Del Mar at the foot of Via De La Valle
FOR MORE INFO: Call 858-756-4117 or http://www.animalcenter.org

Aug. ? -
Mt. Palomar Kennel Club Dog Show

9am-4pm Cost: FREE Rancho Buena Vista High School 1601 Longhorn Dr. Vista, 92083

August ? -
50% OFF Sidewalk Art Sale
10:00am to 4:30pm - Location: Thrift Shop 120 Aberdeen, Cardiff, 92007. The ill be a wide variety of frames, art, lighogrpahs, photography, oils, appraised art & antiques. Proceeds go to benefit the Rancho Coastal Humane Society.
For more info go to www.rchsthriftshop.com

 

Aug. ? -
Fur Ball
- San Diego Humane Society 6pm-Midnight at shelter 5500 Gaines Street, San Diego, CA 92110
http://www.sdhumane.org/site/PageServer?pagename=evn_FurBall

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Sept 7th–
Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon Fund Raiser for Helen Woodward Animal Center

9am-2pm Cost: $25.00 to register plus $5.00 per contest. FREE to watch. Enter your dog in the surfing and/or costume contest or just come and watch, food & entertainment, plus a vendor village of all things pet.
More Info – 858-756-4117 www.AnimalCenter.org Or http://surfdog.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=266837

Sept. 13th
Tails at Twilight Annual Gala benefiting Escondido Humane Society

5pm-6pm VIP Reception 6pm-10pm Dinner & Auctions at the Rancho Bernardo Inn's new Aragon Ballroom. Cost: Tickets $150.00 per person, VIP Tickets $250.00 per person. This promises to be a spectacular, star-studded night of fine cuisine, music by Blue Largo, dancing and an incredible silent and live auction!
FOR MORE INFO: Call Abigail Rowland 760-888-2240 or email Development@escondidohumanesociety.org www.EscondidoHumaneSociety.org

Sept ? -
Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals
- Registration 8:30am. First Races begin at 9:30am COST: FREE to watch. At Qualcomm Stadium Rugby Fields, near Section J-5 in the Stadium Parking Lot All dachshunds are invited to waddle and trot their way to become San Diego's "Top Wiener Dog." Qualifying rounds will be held at the grass rugby fields at Qualcomm Stadium near section J-5. The top eight dogs from the qualifying round will advance to the San Diego finals. The winner of the San Diego finals will advance and race against the winning dogs from all around the Western U.S. at the Port of San Diego Big Bay Balloon Parade on December 27th. FOR MORE INFO: go to www.HolidayBowl.com; Mark Neville 619-283-5808 ext. 309 or MNeville@holidaybowl.com.


Sept. ?–
Bunny Fest 2008- San Diego House Rabbit Society

10am-4pm Cost: FREE The day includes the "Fund Raising Auction" where you can get great deals on bunny themed collectibles, dishware and artworks.Also find hotel and spa packages, theatre tickets, restuarant packages and more. Watch the amazing "Rabbit Agility Demonstration, visit the Bunny Kissing Booth, shop with lots of great bunny-themed craft vendors and enjoy refereshments from the Cottontail Cafe. All proceeds go to benefit the San Diego House Rabbit society.
Location: Heritage Park in Old Town, corner of Harney St. & Juan St.
For more info: http://www.sandiegorabbits.org/

Sept. ?
HOPE Telethon benefitting Helen Woodward Animal Center

10am-2pm COST: Call in your donation. KUSI TV Channel 9/51. FOR MORE INFO: Call (858) 756-4117 www.AnimalCenter.org

Sept. ? -
$1,500.00 Dog Speed Agility Challenge

Preliminary 5pm, Final round 7pm. directly before the $50,000 Antares Grand Prix presented by Mary's Tack & Feed COST: Dog entry fee $30.00
Del Mar International Horse Show at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, Del Mar,CA
Entries close: Aug. 31, 2007. FOR MORE INFO: and entry form go to http://www.jumpdelmar.com


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Oct. 4th-5th
Kid's Putting For Pets
- Fund raiser for Helen Woodward Animal Center
Kids ages 7 to 12 years.
Time - TBA COST: Collect pledges from family and friends like $1.00 per hole or $10.00 per round. Prizes awarded for pledge collections. Example collect $500.00 in pledges and be entered into drawing for 1 week vacation at Disney World.
Location - Pelly's minature gold in Del Mar. For More Info - www.AnimalCenter.org or call 858.756.4117 ext 312

Oct. 11th-
The 3rd Annual Animal House
- fund raiser for Rancho Coastal.
7pm to 10pm - Cost $100.00 per guest. Celebrity designers are creating animal houses that will be built by local builders and auctioned off by our emcee Sam Bass of radio station KYXY.
Location: Encinitas Community Center 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive, Encinitas, 92024.
For more information please email Patty Brooks at PBrooks936@aol.com

Oct. 21st-
4th Annual Dog Walk at Rancho Bernardo Dog Park

8am to 11am Cost: Pre-Registration for WALK is $25.00 and includes an event T-shirt, Day of WALK registration is $30.00. vendors, free samples, raffle prizes, refreshments. 18448 West Bernardo Drive, San Diego, CA 92127
For more information contact Robin at Rbns1nest@aol.com or 858-487-6227. www.RanchoBernardoDogPark.com Or http://www.ranchobernardodogpark.com/DogPark-brochure-20071021.pdf

Oct. 25th
Spooktacular Walk for Helen Woodward Animal Center

8:30am-Noon Cost: Collect pledges for walk. Walk with your pets, food, entertainment, raffles and vendor village.
More info: 858-756-4117 www.AnimalCenter.org


Oct. ? -
Between the Stripes"
- 4th Annual fund raiser for Lions, Tigers & Bears
1:00pm to 5:00pm Cost:? Entertainment, live/silent auctions, door prizes,opportunity drawings, activities for the kids and scrumptious food - plus the opportunity to see all the Big Cats up close!
Tickets must be purchased in advance, call 619-659-8078 http://www.LionsTigersandBears.org

Oct. ? -
Toy Dog Fanciers of N. San Diego Show
9am-4pm Cost: FREE $8.00 parking– Del Mar Horse Park-14550 El Camino Real More Info: www.ToyDogFanciers.com Horsepark 858-794-1171

October ?
Intro To Starting A Pet Sitting Business
- Escondido Humane Society
10am-1pm Cost: $40.00 - A 3 hour introduction to starting and owning a financially successful pet sitting busines, taught by Pamela Begeal Director of the Pet Services & Products Association and owner of her own pet sitting business for over 12 years.
FOR MORE INFO: Call Ina Shookhoff Director of Education (760) 888-2262 or email her at Education@EscondidoHumaneSociety.org

October ?
Showpark Country 6 Horse Show

8am-5pm - COST: FREE to enter and to park. This horse show will take place at Horsepark, located two miles east of the Fairgrounds at the intersection of El Camino Real and Via de la Valle.
FOR MORE INFO: www.Showpark.com

October ?
$25,000 Grand Prix Horse Jumping
- Del Mar Fall Festival I Horse Show
7pm - Cost: $15.00 + Parking $9.00 in the Horse Arena at the Del Mar Fair Grounds 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar, CA 92014
FOR MORE INFO: www.JumpDelMar.com

October ?
Bat Talk
hosted by The Buena Vista Audubon Society
7:00pm meeting/social begins at 7:00pm, bat program will start at 7:30.
Cost: FREE The BVAS We'll give our interactive slide presentation, and then introduce you to a few of the local bat species which might be encounteredalong our coastal lagoons as they hunt insects every night. BV Audubon Nature Center, 2202 S. Coast Highway in Oceanside 92054
FOR MORE INFO: Call 760-439-2473 www.BatRescue.org

October ?
Halloween Costume Contest & All Breed Lure Coursing by Luratics

9:30am-1:30pm Cost: Members FREE, Non-Members $10.00 per course run, includes Buffet Lunch and costume contest. Lonnie Brewer Park, 10925 Fury Lane, La Mesa 91941
FOR MORE INFO: (619) 749-0724 www.Luratics.com

Oct. ? -
Ocean Beach Canine Carnival
-sponsored by the Ocean Beach Kiwanis -
10am-4pm FREE for you and your dogs, a street fair and party featuring costumes, prizes, a doggie parade, carnival rides, food, and lots of craft items for pets and people. Location - on Santa Monica Ave between Sunset Cliffs Blvd. and Ebers Street.
For more information please call Marion Miller at 858-274-2016 or email Melanie at MelanieN@standfordalumni.org

October ?
4th Annual Bats In Your Belfry Halloween Bash
- At the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center
12 noon - 6PM Bat Lectures will be at 1:30PM and 4PM Cost: $5.00 per family of 4; $1.00 per person over 4. The turnout for last year’s visit from Dick Wilkins of Bat Rescue was so overwhelming that dozens were turned away. So this year we are offering two bat lectures. Beginning at noon, we will offer trick-or-treating and refreshments. Because of limited lecture hall space at the Center, two bat lectures will be offered at 1:30PM and 4PM. Those planning to attend the 4PM lecture should not arrive before 3:30 pm. Tickets will be required
FOR MORE INFO: or to purchase tickets, stop by the Discovery Center 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad, CA 92008 or contact Deb (760) 804-2969 or email deb@aguahedionda.org

October ?
20th Annual Hall-O-Wiener Picnic
- San Diego Dachshund Club
Noon - Cost: FREE Bring your lunch, blanket, shade gear and your costumed dachshunds and watch the doxie's invade Balboa Park. Corner of Park Blvd. & Presidents Way. NO extendo leashes please.
FOR MORE INFO: Go to www.sddc.us

October ?
Greater San Diego Hunter/Jumper Association Finals

8am-5pm COST: FREE to enter and to park. This horse show will take place at Horsepark, located two miles east of the Fairgrounds at the intersection of El Camino Real and Via de la Valle.
FOR MORE INFO:http://www.gsdhja.org

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Nov. 22nd-23rd-
Pet Sitting University 2 Day Seminar
9am to 5pm - Cost: $485.00 Location - Rancho Coastal Humane Society, 389 Requeza Street, Encinitas, CA 92024.
Includes instruction through lectures, video plus 100 page study guide, 2 additional books on the pet sitting industry, free one page web site creation and hosting for one year plus 8 legal business forms.
Registration Deadline November 14th
To register email Instructor Pamela Begeal at PetSitco@san.rr.com or call 858-565-9317 www.PetSittingUniversity.com


Nov ?
Greater San Diego Hunter/Jumper Association Final
s
8am-5pm COST: FREE to enter and to park. This horse show will take place at Horsepark, located two miles east of the Fairgrounds at the intersection of El Camino Real and Via de la Valle.
FOR MORE INFO:http://www.gsdhja.org
November ?
Intro To Starting A Pet Sitting Business

9am-Noon Cost: $40.00 - A 3 hour introduction to starting and owning a financially successful pet sitting busines. Class held at the Rancho Coastal Humane Society, 389 Requeza St., Encinitas, CA 92024. Classes fill quickly and you must pre-register to reserve your seat.
FOR MORE INFO: Call Pamela Begeal at 858-565-9317 or email her at PetSitCo@san.rr.com

November ?
Del Mar Classic Dressage Show

8am-5pm COST: FREE to enter and to park. This horse show will take place at Horsepark, located two miles east of the Fairgrounds at the intersection of El Camino Real and Via de la Valle.
FOR MORE INFO: http://www.sandiegodressage.com


November ?
Walk on the Wild Side 5K Walk
- benefiting the San Diego Zoo
7:30am sharp Cost: $25.00 take advantage of this unique opportunity to stroll through the San Diego Zoo before it opens to the public. Enjoy an opportunity to meet Joan Embery and animal friends. Walkers will be given an event T-shirt and goodie bag and will be treated to healthy refreshments, live entertainment, and an expo after the walk. The walk starts in front of the Zoo and finishes at the War Memorial Building in Balboa Park near the entrance to the San Diego Zoo
FOR MORE INFO: Call (760) 692-2900 http://www.sandiegozoo.org/walk/index.html

Nov. Generally last weekend -
Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals Finals Race at the Big Bay Ballon Parade at Harbor Drive

10am - FREE to watch - Dachshunds from all across the western U.S. will compete as one of the activities at the Big Ballon Parade for the Holiday Bowl.
More Info - www.HolidayBowl.com Mark Neville 619-283-5808 ext. 309 or MNeville@holidaybowl.com

November ?
Jingle Bell Horse Show

8am-5pm COST: FREE to enter and to park. This horse show will take place at Horsepark, located two miles east of the Fairgrounds at the intersection of El Camino Real and Via de la Valle.
FOR MORE INFO: Call Horsepark (858)794-1171

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November ?- December ?
Jingle Bell Horse Show

8am-5pm COST: FREE to enter and to park. This horse show will take place at Horsepark, located two miles east of the Fairgrounds at the intersection of El Camino Real and Via de la Valle.
FOR MORE INFO: Call Horsepark (858)794-1171

December ?
Holiday Doggie Cafe

6-8 p.m COST:$10 suggested donation Bring your friendly, on-leash dog to socialize with other dogs while you learn how to keep your pooch calm in a distracting, cafe setting. Beverages, sandwiches, salads, and more available for purchase. Complimentary desserts and dog treats provided. Behavior and Training specialists "on-paw" to answer training questions. Winter holiday pictures will also be available for a $5 donation. Plus music will be provided by the jazz band, Forecast. Call (619) 299-7012 x2230 for more information www.SDHumane.com.

December ?
Holiday Potluck at San Diego Turtle & Tortoise Society

7:30pm COST: Bring a dish to share, members free, membership $25.00 per year
Balboa Park, Casa Del Prado Room 101
FOR MORE INFO: www.SDTurtle.org

December ?
Christmas Tree Lighting at Friends of Cats

5- 7pm COST: Please support a kitty by sponsoring an ornament on the tree. We will have beverages, munchies and a good time for all. Location is at shelter at 15587 Olde Highway 80, El Cajon, CA 92021
FOR MORE INFO: www.FriendsofCats.org

December ?
Photos with Santa sponsored by Coastal German Shepherd Rescue & Petsmart

Have your pet's photo taken with Santa Claus - part of the proceeds go directly to the dogs!!
Petsmart Encinitas 1034 N El Camino Real Encinitas, CA 92024
FOR MORE INFO: www.coastalgsr.org Store number: (760) 436-1220

December ?
Photos with Santa to benefit Wee Companions

11am-4pm COST: $9.95 at Petsmart 3610 Rosecrans, San Diego 92110
FOR MORE INFO: www.WeeCompanions.com or call (619) 523-4177

December ?
San Diego House Rabbit Society Holiday Party

1- 4pm Cost: $5.00 Donation children under 10 free. Please bring a vegetarian hors d'oeuvre or snack to share. Rabbits are welcome, on a leash or in a carrier. If you bring your rabbit, please also bring a pen and litter box to keep them safely contained. None will be provided. Loomis Auditorium - San Diego Humane Society 5500 Gaines Street, San Diego 92110
FOR MORE INFO: http://www.SanDiegoRabbit.org or email hrs@sandiegorabbits.org


December ?
Photos with Santa sponsored by Coastal German Shepherd Rescue & Petsmart
Have your pet's photo taken with Santa Claus - part of theproceeds go directly to the dogs!!
Petsmart Encinitas 1034 N El Camino Real Encinitas, CA 92024
FOR MORE INFO: www.coastalgsr.org Store number: (760) 436-1220

December ?
Annual Wiener Race Finals at San Diego Bay Big Balloon Parade

9am COST: FREE to watch, races start in the television area for the parade downtown on Harbor Drive. Parade starts at 10am
FOR MORE INFO: www.HolidayBowl.com

December ?-Jan ?
Agility Trials Golden Retriever Club & SW Rottweiler Clu
b
9am COST: FREE to watch, cost to enter. Rohr Park 4548 Sweetwater Road, Bonita, 91902 FOR MORE INFO: www.JumpNFunAgility.net

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