Here’s a list of dog-related events happening this week in the Kansas City metro.
Monday, Feb. 25
Chipotle will donate a portion of Monday’s proceeds — up to $5,000 — to the Humane Society of Greater Kansas City. Bring this flyer to any Chipotle location in the Kansas City area or Lawrence.
Friday, March 1
A veterinary cardiologist will perform free canine heart exams this Friday at Penn Valley Dog Park (29th & Wyandotte, KCMO). The clinic is from 2 to 5 p.m. No appointment is necessary. Click the link under "Suggested by the author" for more details.
Saturday, March 2
Hamburger Mary’s (101 Southwest Blvd., KCMO) will host a charity bingo event from 5 to 7 p.m. for Unleashed Pet Rescue and Adoption.
Saturday, March 3 to Sunday, March 4
This Saturday and Sunday, the Greenies brand will offer free dental checkups for dogs and cats. The checkups will take place at all PetSmart stores that have a Banfield Pet Hospital. Pet owners will get take-home tools and product offers to help them provide dental care for their pets. The clinics are from 2 to 4 p.m. To find your nearest location, visit stores.petsmart.com.
Sunday, March 3
The 13th annual Kansas City Pet Telethon, a benefit for the Humane Society of Greater Kansas City, will air Sunday, March 3 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on KMCI-TV (“38 the Spot”). In addition to soliciting pledges, the program will feature some of the adoptable animals at HSGKC, as well as helpful information on pet ownership. All donations are tax-deductible. Click the link under “Suggested by the author” for more details on the Kansas City Pet Telethon.
