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Before we begin the list, here’s another Halloween costume contest. The deadline is Tuesday October 20, 2009 so get your entry in soon!
Halloween Costume Contest — Win a cool jacket for your dog! Tails Pet Media Group, publishers of Michigan Tails magazine, and Target are looking for the dog, cat, or other animal companion with the coolest Halloween costume. E-mail a picture of your pet in his or her spook-wear to Halloween@TailsInc.com, and we’ll pick a winner to feature in our next e-newsletter (and on the blog!). Please include your name, pet’s name, location, and e-mail address in your note. In addition to being featured on Tails, the winner will receive a slick, faux leather jacket for their dog courtesy of Target. It’ll keep your pup stylin’ and warm at the same time!
Now, here are all the dog-related events for the coming week. Enjoy!
MULTI-DAY EVENT
Saturday and Sunday, October 17–18, 2009, Guardians For Animals (GFA) Fourth Annual Pet Expo and Adoption Event, Madison Place, 876 Horace Brown Dr., Madison Heights, MI. Saturday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm; Sunday: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. The event benefits GFA, Madison Heights Shelter, and GFA affiliate rescues. Events include animal adoptions, microchip and vaccine clinic, Halloween pet costume contests, education, dog training, vendors of interest to both animals and humans, raffles, silent auctions, and much more!
SATURDAY OCTOBER 17
Regular Canine to Five Indoor Dog Park, 9:00 am – 12:00 noon, Canine to Five, 3443 Cass Ave., Detroit, MI.
Take My Paw Rescue Animal Care Drive, all day event, Pet Provisions, 1121 E. Grand River, Howell, MI. Donations of dog/puppy and cat/kitten food, toys, and other animal-related items. If we receive more items than we need, they will be donated to Gleaners for families that have animals in need. Donations are tax deductable. Call 517-545-7512 or e-mail takemypaw@yahoo.com for more info.
PAAW Howl-O-Ween Vaccination and Microchip Clinic and Adoption Event (sponsored by Pet Adoption Alternative Warren), 11:00 am – 4:00 pm, Flagstar Bank, 3233 Fairlane Dr., Allen Park, MI. Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella — $10 per vaccine; Microchipping (dogs only) — $20 per chip. Events include pet adoptions, doggie massages and pawdicures, trainer’s corner, pet vendors, food and refreshments, games, and prizes for animals in Halloween costumes! Please call to schedule your reservation for the vaccinations at 313-271-6653 or e-mail paawarren@aol.com. All pets must be on a leash or in a carrier.
Puppy Mill Awareness Meetup (Southeast Michigan) Meetup, 12:30 am, Westland, MI. You must join meetup.com to attend this event. Sign up is FREE.
Camp Bow Wow Scampers and The Troy All Dogs Playgroup Joint Meetup — 9:30 am, Rochester, MI. Celebrate Fall with donuts, cider, and walking trails. You must join meetup.com to attend this event. Sign up is FREE.
SUNDAY OCTOBER 18
All Creatures ULC Sunday Spiritual Services. Explore your spiritual connection with your pets and other pet lovers at All Creatures ULC — the perfect place for people who want to include their pets in their spiritual life! Services held at 1:00 pm at Dunk N Dogs Pet Spa, 27911 Five Mile Rd., Livonia, MI. For more info, call Rev. Claudia at 313-563-0162 or e-mail claudiabarber@lycos.com.
The Michigan-Ohio Briard Club’s Pumpkin for Pooches, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, Warren Farmer’s Market, One City Square, Warren, MI. Charity pumpkin sale with proceeds donated to medical trust fund studies on diagnosis and treatment of canine diseases.
The Troy All Dogs Playgroup Hike at Stony Creek Metro Park, 10:00 am, Utica, MI. You must join meetup.com to attend this event. Sign up is FREE.
The Downriver Pug Play Group “Halloween” Pug-N-Play Meetup, 2:00 pm, Taylor MI. You must join meetup.com to attend this event. Sign up is FREE.
Responsible Dog Owners of Michigan Meetup Group Howloween Party, 2:00 pm, Clinton Township, MI. Come out and have a howling good time with your pet...dress up your dog and win a prize! Best Dressed wins something too! You must join meetup.com to attend this event. Sign up is FREE.
MONDAY OCTOBER 19
Dunk N Dogs Rough and Tumble Dogs Pooch Party, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 27911 Five Mile Rd., Livonia, MI. Reservations required, call 734-422-WASH.
Canine Good Citizen Classes, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Lil Dogs Resort, 22940 Industrial Drive East, St. Clair Shores, MI. Taught by Marianne Courey of Peaceful Pawz, this five-week long class will completely prepare you for the Canine Good Citizen test, which will be given on week six. This is the perfect training class for any dog to become a well-behaved member of the family. It is also the first step to getting you and your dog certified as a volunteer therapy dog team. Call 586-899-9741 or e-mail courey@gmail.com for more information.
TUESDAY OCTOBER 20
Dunk N Dogs Gentle and Mild Dogs Pooch Party, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 27911 Five Mile Rd., Livonia, MI. Reservations required, call 734-422-WASH.
Legally Blonde Howl-o-ween Costume Contest for Canines, 6:00 pm, Fisher Theatre, Fisher Building, Detroit, MI. Register in advance. Check in begins at 6:00 pm. Three top prizes will be given. Cast members from the hit Broadway show Legally Blonde The Musical, playing the Fisher Theatre Oct. 15 – Nov. 1, 2009, will judge the canine contestants. All prizes include free tickets to select performances and a gift card to PetSmart. Owners of contestants must register in advance by calling 248-651-4858.
Paws for Reading, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm, Sterling Heights Public Library, 40255 Dodge Park, Sterling Heights, MI. Designed for children who love to read, are just learning words, or are having difficulty reading. Specially trained dogs will be available to help the kids. Call 586-446-2644 for more info.
THURSDAY OCTOBER 22
Dunk N Dogs Rough and Tumble Dogs Pooch Party, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 27911 Five Mile Rd., Livonia, MI. Reservations required, call 734-422-WASH.
A Special Fall Drinking with Dogs, Sponsored by Canine to Five and Detroit Beer Week, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, The Traffic Jam Patio, 511 West Canfield (on the corner of Canfield and Second Ave., just south of Wayne State University), Detroit, MI. Enjoy Detroit Beer Week with your pooch. The Traffic Jam is Michigan’s first brew pub. With a broad beer selection and innovative menu, there is something for everyone — both four-legged and two-legged. This is an outdoor, leashed event. There is a fire-pit outside, but be sure to dress warmly! RSVP at www.caninetofivedetroit.com/contact.php.
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