- Jan '05 Dog Events-Annapolis/Baltimore/DC Area -- X & G, 10:47:26 12/29/04 Wed (cmu-24-35-40-113.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.113)
A Happy New Year to all of you! Too bad there's not much (as usual) going on in January, but still a few things, including a Newf Romp (no swim) on Sat 1/8 at 1pm.
BTW, there's a young brown neutered male Newf in need of a new home; if you're interested, email me for details.
Sat & Sun 1/1-2, GLOUCESTER, VA: RSK's 5th annual NewYear's weight pull http://iwpa.net/calendar.htm . OK, so it's a ways off but if you're interested in these, they're few and far between.
Sun 1/2 9am, WYE ISLAND, MD: Or somewhere on the Eastern Shore of MD, there's a CHAOS hike http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm.
Sat 1/8 1pm, ARNOLD, MD: NEWF ROMP (without the swim) at the ~3 acre fully fenced Broadneck Dog Park. There's no actual address (or admission fee) for the park. From Rt 50, take Ritchie Hwy (Rt 2) north and turn right on College Parkway. From Rt 100, take Ritchie Hwy (Rt 2) south and turn left on College Parkway. The park entrance is about 3-4 miles down on the right, just after Broadneck High School on the left and opposite a new housing developement. It's easy to miss, so if you find yourself at Cape St Clair Rd, turn around and it'll be about 1/2 mile on the left. Park in the first lot and the dog park is about 1/10 of a mile on the left. If you need more precise directions, email me.
Sat 1/9 11am RESTON, VA: Hound Hike at Twin Branches Nature Trail with the No. Va. Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ .
Sat 1/15 9am- 4pm, LEESBURG, VA: Dog Wash & Bake Sale to benefit Doberman Rescue http://www.dobe.net/events.htm at the Dog School of Leesburg 305 E Market St http://www.thedogschool.com/DDA_Directions.htm
Sat & Sun 1/22 & 1/23, HARRISBURG, PA: Dancing Away Again in Barkaritaville Canine Freestyle Titling Event by World Canine Freestyle http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org/Events/barkaritaville2005.htm at the Dauphin Dog Training Club http://www.ddtc.org/ .
Mon 1/24 9am- 5pm, WELLSVILLE (NW of YORK) PA: Freestyle Seminar by Carolyn Scott http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org/Events/barkaritaville2005.htm at the Bella Vista Training Center http://www.bvtrainingcenter.com/ .
Sat & Sun 1/29 & 1/30 10am, TIMONIUM, MD: Don't miss the fabulous World of Pets Expo http://worldofpets.org/ at the MD State Fairgrounds featuring shows, demos, seminars, food and vendors galore. An exciting two day DiscDogathon is featured this year so you can be inspired by talented dogs flying through the air to catch frisbees. Gomez will, once again, be representing the Newfoundland in the Parade of Breeds on Sat at 2pm. We've gone every year they've had it and always had a ball, plus bought a lot of stuff at good prices. Yes, you can take your dog to enjoy it all with you.
Sun 1/30 11am SPRINGFIELD, VA: Hound Hike with No. Va. Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date) around Lake Mercer, starting at South Run Park.
Sun 2/6 10am- 2pm, LAUREL, MD: Fidos For Freedom offers CGC/TDI testing and a tattoo clinic for those looking for an alternative to Superbowl madness http://www.fidosforfreedom.org/
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tues 7pm ANNAPOLIS, MD: Meet under the lights at Collison Field in Truxton Park http://www.ci.annapolis.md.us/government/depts/recr/directions.asp#truxtun for casual disc dogging with Mid Atlantic Disc Dogs throughout the winter months.
Every Thurs 6-8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/events.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd. 11/2/04 NOTE: I don't know if this is still going on or if it's ended for the season. The website still has it up but it doesn't appear to have been updated for some time.
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat 9am- 11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Free Open House indoor playgroups at Fur-Get-Me-Not Pet Care 4140 S. Four Mile Run Dr. http://www.furgetmenot.biz/home.html .
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 330 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
2nd Thurs of each month ALEXANDRIA, VA: Dogs can join you on a 40 minute cruise of the Potomac River on the Miss Christin of the Potomac Riverboat Co http://www.potomacriverboatco.com/charter/MissChristin/index.html (one of the most difficult to navigate & least informative websites I've seen in a long while) which makes no mention of dogs being invited or the cruise times ( 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, 9pm ) or the price, ($8).
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm or http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://dogevents.net/ and http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark either one (or both) instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Baltimore/Annapolis/DC Area Nov '04 Dog Events -- G & X, 19:41:04 11/04/04 Thu (cmu-24-35-40-113.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.113)
It's getting dark early and starting to get cold, making it more difficult to get out and do fun things with your dog, but there's still some opportunities out there. Besides, your dog probably doesn't mind the cold and you can always buy a warmer coat. And hat. And gloves.
A Newf Romp n' Swim on Sat 11/13 at 1pm may test your chilly weather gear ( hopefully not) but your Newf will love it!
Fri- Sun, 11/5- 7, SALISBURY, MD: Three days of AKC dog shows at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center hosted by the Salisbury Maryland Kennel Club and Mispillion Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/panels/md.htm .
Fri 11/5 730- 930pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Urban hike in Old Town starting at the King St Metro with No Va Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date).
Sat 11/6 9am, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Got a disc dog or wondered what canine frisbee was all about? Meet with MAD Doggers (Mid Atlantic Disc Dogs) at Collison Field in Truxton Park http://www.ci.annapolis.md.us/government/depts/recr/directions.asp#truxtun for some casual fun & play.
Sat 11/6 12n, ANNAPOLIS, MD: The always revolting Maritime Republic of Eastport again attempts to assert its independence from tyranny of Annapolis in the Tug of War VII "Slaughter Across the Water " http://themre.org/tug2004/index.htm. The action starts at the crack o' noon at the city dock on the Annapolis side and Second Street on the Eastport side. A community party follows on Second Street featuring food, drink, sights, and music. Dogs are considered full citizens of the MRE and thus are encouraged to attend.
Sat 11/6 MCLEAN?, VA: Meet at Turkey Run Park for a fall foliage hike along the Potomac Heritage Trail with the K9 Trailblazers http://www.k9trailblazers.org/turkey_run/trfm_hike_110604.htm .
Sat 11/6 7- 11pm, STERLING, VA: Bow Wow Boogie at Cascades Fire Hall to benefit Va. German Shepherd Rescue http://www.shepherdrescue.org/pages/events.html. Wear your jeans, bring your dog and party hearty.
Sun 11/7 7am, SPERRYVILLE, VA: Fairly strenuous 7 mile hike at Old Rag Mountain with CHAOS http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm .
Sun 11/7 2pm, LAKE FAIRFAX PARK, VA: Hound Hike with No Va Hiking Club , http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ preregistration requested.
Fri - Sun, 11/12- 14, EASTON, MD: A myriad of activities and sights at the Waterfowl Festival http://www.waterfowlfestival.org/ including retriever demos. Not strictly a dog-focused event but said to be dog friendly and fun for you and your pet. Be forewarned that due to construction work on the Bay Bridge, you may end up snarled in traffic delays.
Sat 11/13 1pm PASADENA, MD: Newf Romp n' Swim on the Dog Beach at Downs Park http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/Parks/downs_park/index.cfm .
Sat & Sun, 11/13 & 14, 10am-5pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Quiet Waters Park http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/Parks/quiet_waters_park/ Arts Festival featuring arts, crafts, music. View the creativity of artists of various media in a mostly outdoor setting, then head for the dog park and dog beach. Food is available and park admission is free these two days.
Sat 11/13 10am, FAIRFAX, VA: Join GRREAT (Golden Retriever Rescue) http://www.grreat.org/calendar.htm & http://www.grreat.org/Docs/walkflier_nov03.pdf in a 3K walk starting at the rear lot of Webers Pet Supermarket. If your pet needs a tattoo, save gas by also getting it done, same time, same place, see below.
Sat 11/13 10am- 1pm, FAIRFAX, VA: The SPCA of Northern Virginia http://spcanova.org/ will be holding its twice-yearly pet tattoo clinic at Webers Pet Supermarket. Tattoos will be performed by Tommy and Nancy Mantlo from Richmond, well-known pet tattooists with over 25 years experience. This is a great opportunity to protect your pets from theft, or in case they get lost. You'll choose the alpha-numeric combination to be tattooed on your pet, and you'll choose the service to register it with. Price is a very reasonable $15 if you pre-reg and $18 for walk-ins.
Sat 11/13 2- 7pm, SILVER SPRING, MD: Greyhound Welfare http://www.greyhoundwelfare.org/eventdetail.php?eventkey=96 is hosting a blood drive for the Eastern Veterinary Blood Bank http://evbb.com/index1.html at Hefner Auditorium, 42 Oswego Ave. Not precisely a "fun" type event (although the dogs seem to enjoy the attention) but certainly a worthy cause.
Sun 11/14 10am- 4pm, WOODBRIDGE, VA: Freestyle (dance with your dog) seminar http://www.allaboutdogsinc.com/freestyle.htm at All About Dogs http://www.allaboutdogsinc.com/index.htm 14885 Persistence Lane.
Sun 11/14 10am- 4pm, DUNKIRK, MD: The Dunkirk Animal Hospital 11470 Southern Maryland Blvd is holding an open house with door prizes, raffles, refreshments and tours of the facility.
Sun 11/14 2pm, SPRINGFIELD, VA : Four mile hike through the woods and around Lake Mercer starting from South Run Park with No Va Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ pre-reg requested.
Th, Fri, Sat, Sun, 11/18- 21, WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD: The Maryland Turkey Cluster http://www.infodog.com/panels/md.htm, four days of AKC dog shows at the Howard Co. Fairgrounds . Yes, you can bring your dog, but bring water or a container you can fill up in the restroom.
Sat 11/20 11am, BALTIMORE, MD: Baltimore's Thanksgiving Parade http://www.bop.org/resources/up217.aspx . OK, so it's not really a dog event, but you can bring your dog, watch the parade and amble around downtown and the inner harbor.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tues 7pm ANNAPOLIS, MD: Meet under the lights at Collison Field in Truxton Park http://www.ci.annapolis.md.us/government/depts/recr/directions.asp#truxtun for casual disc dogging with Mid Atlantic Disc Dogs throughout the winter months.
Every Thurs 6-8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/events.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd. 11/2/04 NOTE: I don't know if this is still going on or if it's ended for the season. The website still has it up but it doesn't appear to have been updated for some time.
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat 9am- 11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Free Open House indoor playgroups at Fur-Get-Me-Not Pet Care 4140 S. Four Mile Run Dr. http://www.furgetmenot.biz/home.html .
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 330 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
2nd Thurs of each month ALEXANDRIA, VA: Dogs can join you on a 40 minute cruise of the Potomac River on the Miss Christin of the Potomac Riverboat Co http://www.potomacriverboatco.com/charter/MissChristin/index.html (one of the most difficult to navigate & least informative websites I've seen in a long while) which makes no mention of dogs being invited or the cruise times ( 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, 9pm ) or the price, ($8).
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html, http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm or http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Red Cross Pet First Aid classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs'
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Jan '06-DC/Balto/Annapolis Area Dog Events -- G & X, 14:46:26 01/06/06 Fri (cmu-24-35-40-186.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.186)
A Happy New Year to all of you! Too bad there's not much (as usual) going on in January, but still a few things, including the glorious World of Pets Expo on Jan 28 & 29.
Sat 1/7 9am- 4pm, LEESBURG, VA: Dog Wash & Bake Sale to benefit Doberman Rescue http://www.dobe.net/events.htm at the Dog School of Leesburg 305 E Market St http://www.thedogschool.com/DDA_Directions.htm .
Sun 1/15 11am, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Meet in the courtyard of the Holiday Inn at 480 King St to join the Dobie folks in a walk to honor the memory of one of their beloved volunteers, Laury Estrada http://www.dobe.net/events.htm .
Fri 1/20 9am- 5pm, WELLSVILLE (NW of YORK) PA: Freestyle Seminar by Carolyn Scott http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org/Events/barkaritaville2006.htm (scroll down and click on seminar link) at the Bella Vista Training Center http://www.bvtrainingcenter.com/ .
Sat 1/28 10am- 7pm & Sun 1/29 10am- 5pm, TIMONIUM, MD: Don't miss the fabulous World of Pets Expo http://www.worldofpets.org/ at the MD State Fairgrounds featuring shows, demos, seminars, food and vendors galore. We've gone every year they've had it and always had a ball, plus bought a lot of stuff at good prices. Yes, you can take your dog to enjoy it all with you.
Sun 2/5 10am- 2pm, LAUREL, MD: Fidos For Freedom offers CGC/TDI testing and a tattoo clinic for those looking for an alternative to Superbowl madness http://www.fidosforfreedom.org/events/current-events/2006Tattoo/tattoo.php
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Thurs 630pm- ? WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd. I don't know if this is still going on or has stopped for the season; per the website, it's still happening.
Second Thursday of each month 6- 9pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Barkley Square Bakery has a special event http://barkleysquarebakery.radius3.com/index.php
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party- see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.shtml for details.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
LINKS TO SPECIALIZED ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED ABOVE:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Canine Freestyle: http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org/
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- DC/Annapolis/Baltimore Area July '04 Dog Events -- G & X, 10:43:35 07/01/04 Thu (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
As usual, there's not much happening in July that's strictly dog related. However, many of the local parks have concert series that you can take your dog to and both of you can enjoy the music and a picnic. Lake Accotink, VA and Quiet Waters Park, MD are just two of the sites that welcome (or at least tolerate) your canine friend; check out your nearby parks.
If you'd like to hear poetry about our doggie friends, check out the free reading at the Brookland visitor center http://www.geocities.com/bawadc/ in Washington, DC on Wed 7/7 at 7pm. Unfortunately our honored friends aren't invited but you can hear odes to their nobility and peculiarities.
Th 7/1-Sun 7/4, WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD: Howard County Fairgrounds is the site for the Independence Cluster, four AKC all breed and obedience dog shows on one site starting Th through Sun, many vendors. Huge. Be aware that water is hard to find at these things for some reason. Bring your own, or a collapsible bowl and fill up in the restrooms. http://www.infodog.com/panels/md.htm
Sun 7/4 10am- 12noon, BALTIMORE, MD: Visionary Pets on Parade • Registration at 9:30am. Animal fun! Animal prizes for lots of silly things, which always includes a costume contest, the more bizarre the better. Free. Lots of water thoughtfully provided. Hosted by the American Visionary Arts Museum (AVAM) http://avam.org/ in Federal Hill, this place is Weird Central of Baltimore. You'll see things here (ie grass growing on a pink car) you'll never see anywhere else. Bouffant hairdos, feather boas and rhinestone encrusted stretch pants will abound and the female contingent will be even more colorful. A multitude of events go on all day and if you can last that long, it's a fine place to view the fireworks at the Inner Harbor. NOTE: There's nothing on the website about this event but it has been confirmed.
Sun 7/4 630pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: The Crabtown Canines will be marching in the 4th of July parade from Amos Garrett Blvd to the Market House http://pawsannapolis.com/ (phone 410-263-8683) http://www.capitalonline.com/comm_feature.html (scroll down).
Sat 7/10 1030am, YORK, PA: Disc Dog distance/accuracy competition at Memorial Park, Edgar & Rockdale Aves http://skyhoundz.com/localschedule.htm (scroll down to PA). There will be a freestyle clinic afterwards by MAD Dogs http://discdog.us .
Sat & Sun 7/10 & 11 8am- 8pm, BERRYVILLE, VA: Back to back AKC All Breed and Obedience Dog Shows by Shawnee Kennel Club at the Clarke Co Fairgrounds http://www.infodog.com/panels/va.htm
Mon 7/12 6pm, FREDERICK, MD: Take your dog to the baseball game (game starts at 705pm) and watch the Frederick Keys play the Lynchburg Hillcats. Pre and post game doggie activities include a chance to run the bases with your dog. Preregistration is required http://www.frederickkeys.com/smccal.cgi?team=fre&popup=275 .
Fri 7/16 7pm- 10pm, LEESBURG, VA: Sip wine and nibble treats while you and your dog enjoy the beautiful vistas over the Potomac at Tarara Winery to benefit HART (Homeless Animals Rescue Team) http://www.hart90.org/Events/tarara-2004-order-form.htm .
Fri 7/16 730pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Urban hike in Old Town with No Va Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Sat 7/17 830am, SOLOMON'S ISLAND, MD: The intrepid souls of the Humane Society of Calvert County http://www.calvertcountyhumanesociety.org/2004PetDay5K.htm are daringly hosting their Pet Day 5K Run/Walk despite it being the middle of summer heat.
Sat 7/17 10am- 2pm, ARLINGTON, VA: Learn how to give your dog a therapeutic & relaxing massage http://www.pawsitivetouch.com/events.html .
Sat & Sun 7/24 & 25, HANOVER, PA: CNC's water workshop at Lake Codorus http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#JULY , details in the newsletter & flyer you probably misplaced.
Sun 7/25 9am, ALEXANDRIA, VA: All dogs, not just Scottish ones, are invited to the Virginia Scottish Games http://vascottishgames.org/ , a rather vaguely worded and uninformative site. More details were found (after some effort) at http://www.westierescue.com/eventdetail.asp?EventID=30 .
Sat 7/31 7pm, RESTON, VA: Hound Hike on the Twin Branches Nature Trail with the No. Va. Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $1.95, shrimp $4.95) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Thurs 6-8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/events.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd.
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 330 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html, http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- June '04 Updates- Baltimore/DC/Annapolis Area Dog Events -- G & X, 09:34:13 06/11/04 Fri (NoHost/24.35.42.239)
Want to march with others in the first dog brigade ever, the "Crabtown Canines", in the Annapolis 4th of July Parade? Sign up before June 18th at Paws Pet Boutique, 64 State Circle, Annapolis MD 21401, 410-263-8683 http://pawsannapolis.com/ .
They're asking for a $4 donation to cover the costs of a banner - behind which you'll be marching - a bandana for each dog in the parade and water stops along the way. Any money left over after covering costs will be donated to the SPCA. Registration limited to the first 50 dogs. If this is a hit, it's planned to make it an annual event!
Sun 6/13 11am- 4pm, PHOENIX, MD: Companion Animal Care's http://companionanimalcare.com/ 3rd Annual Block Pawty to benefit Cocker Spaniel Rescue includes a dog wash, agility course, food, games, costume contest & more. Rain Date 6/27/04.
Sun 6/27 630pm, MCLEAN, VA: The Lutheran Church of the Redeemer,1545 Chain
Bridge Rd. McLean, VA 22101 http://www.redeemermclean.org/ is hosting Thank God For Pets and the Blessing of the Animals, their annual service of Thanksgiving for animals. The service is held at the entry foyer of the Sharon Keillor Wing (this is the new wing of the church). All pets under the control of their guardians are invited.
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- Annapolis/Baltimore/DC Area Aug '04 Dog Events -- G & X, 11:51:25 08/03/04 Tue (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
The Dog Days of summer are upon us and conversely there's little to do with your dog, just too hot. A few bright spots, but things won't really start to roll again until Sept. Remember the many free concerts going on in the cooler evenings at various parks that welcome (or at least tolerate) your dog.
Don't forget the Newf Romp n' Swim on Sat 8/21/04, 1pm at beautiful Downs Park in Pasadena, MD.
Tu 8/3, 6- 8pm, NATIONWIDE: Petsmart is having a Paw Print Party where you can have your dog's paw print taken and framed. They've been handing out coupons for free "Keepsake Frame" with your register receipt. Refreshments provided for pets & humans.
Sat 8/7 9am, ???: Mystery Hike with CHAOS http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm.
Sat 8/7, 11am- 4pm, FAIRFAX, VA: Not just a dog wash anymore, it's a Dog Spa including bathing, nail trims, ear trimming, canine massage and digital portraits of your newly gleaming pooch at Weber's Pet Supermarket by SPCA NoVa http://spcanova.org/events.htm . Dog trainer Tony Orange featured on Animal Planet's "Cell Dogs" will also be there.
Sat 8/7 7pm, RESTON, VA: Evening Hound Hike with NoVa Hiking Club in shady Fox Mill District Park http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date).
Sat & Sun 8/7 & 8/8, 9am- 5pm, HERNDON, VA: At the Fairfax County 4H Fair http://4hfairfax.org/visitors.html held at dog-friendly Frying Pan Park, you can watch the 4Hers put their dogs through their paces in obedience, rally obedience and showmanship beginning at 9am on Sat in the dog show ring (behind the covered arena. As if that isn't enough, there's also a fun pet show with lots of prizes for things like waggiest tail,best costume and biggest ears. On Sun, there's agility and Canine Musical Freestyle. On both days there are horse shows, livestock judging, games, food, rides and much more. Free admission and parking, too. Unbeatable for an outing the whole family will enjoy!
Fri 8/13 730pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Urban hike in Old Town with No Va Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date).
Fri 8/13 & Sat 8/14, EASTON, MD: Dog show, all breed and obedience hosted by the Talbot Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2004171304.HTM at the Tuckahoe Steam & Gas Ground, mile marker 58 on Rt 50.
Sat 8/14 12n- 4pm, WHEATON, MD: The PGSPCA is having their 2nd Annual Adoption Reunion at Wheaton Regional Park (which is in Montgomery Co- doesn't this make you wonder about Prince George's Co? ). Games, fun, contests, dog park nearby, demos, food music and open to the public. Nothing much on their website http://www.pgspca.org/ .
Sat 8/14, CLARKSBURG, MD: Hike Little Bennet Regional Park with the K9 Trailblazers http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
Sun 8/15 ARNOLD, MD: All breed only (no obedience) dog show by the Annapolis Kennel Club at Anne Arundel Community College http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2004082302.HTM
Sat 8/21 1pm, PASADENA, MD: Newf Romp n' Swim! Cool down your hot dogs on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay at Downs Park.
Sat 8/21, 6-830pm, STERLING, VA: The Humane Society of Loudoun Co is celebrating the life of your pet and paying homage to euthanized animals with their No More Homeless Animals Day http://www.humanesocietyofloudouncounty.org/events.php?month=08 .
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $1.95, shrimp $4.95) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Thurs 6-8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/events.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd.
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 330 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html, http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm or http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Dec '04 Dog Events-Annapolis/DC/Baltimore Area -- G & X, 19:39:26 12/01/04 Wed (cmu-24-35-40-113.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.113)
Despite the frantic holiday season and cold weather, there's actually some fun dog happenings this month. In addition, all kinds of places are offering pet photos with Santa, way too many for me to list. Check your local pet store, shelter, vet, pets-on-wheels etc.
A Romp n' Swim on Sun 12/12 at noon will give you a chance to test your cold weather gear and your dog a chance to burn off some pent-up energy.
I'd also like to announce the creation (thanks to the talents of Coral Kutrip) of the Dog Events website http://dogevents.net/.
Fri 12/3 730- 930pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Urban hike in Old Town starting at the King St Metro with No Va Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date).
Sat 12/4 8am, MCLEAN, VA: The McLean Chamber of Commerce host their annual Reindog parade http://www.chamberhub.com/cgi/foxweb.dll/commcale/99profile?caleid=269&cc=GMLCC at Langley Shopping Center.
Sat 12/4, 830 am, WILLIAMSBURG, VA: Colonial Newfoundland Club http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm marches in the Christmas Parade as part of the Grand Illumination Festivities, carts and costumes encouraged. Lunch follows the parade at noon in a restaurant near the Days Inn, Richmond Rd where a block of rooms has been reserved for CNC members. We've gone before and had a fine time.
Sat 12/4, PG COUNTY SOMEWHERE: PG Co. Pets On Wheels is holding their annual Christmas Party. Nothing but the date is on the website http://pgpetsonwheels.org/calendar.htm as of yet.
Sat 12/4, COCKEYSVILLE, MD: Join the K9 Trailblazers for their Holiday Hike & Party http://www.k9trailblazers.org/oregon_ridge/oregonridge_120404.htmat Oregon Ridge Park.
Sun 12/5 2pm, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Hound Hike at Wakefield Park around Lake Accotink with No Va Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date).
Th 12/9 6- 12m, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Midnight Madness I in downtown Annapolis and Maryland Ave isn't really a dog event but usually gets a good canine turnout. The shops stay open until midnight, there's musical entertainment food & refreshments, and parking is free in the Hillman & Gotts garages. You & your pooch can wander around enjoying the scene & pretty decorations.
Sat 12/11 10am- 4pm, GETTYSBURG, PA: Christmas Tree Festival featuring family fun and arts and crafts along with the cart-pulling (or walk-around friendly) dogs of the Colonial Newfoundland Club http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm at Seven Springs Tree Farm http://www.sevenspringstrees.com/index.htm.
Sat 12/11 12n, PURCELLVILLE, VA: Holiday Dog Parade in conjunction with the Purcellville Hometown Celebration http://loudounsbest.com/. Line up at Loudoun Valley High School.
Sun 12/12 9am, KINGSVILLE, MD: Take an easy hike with CHAOS http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm along Gunpowder River at the Jerusalem Mills area of Gunpowder State Park.
Sun 12/12 11am- 2pm, FREDERICK, MD: Annual Howliday Party hosted by GRREAT http://www.grreat.org/calendar.htm featuring food, games, costume parade, gift exchange and photos with Santa.
Sun 12/12, 12 noon, PASADENA, MD: ROMP n' SWIM!! Take a break from the holiday madness and do something fun with your poor, neglected dog. Downs Park Dog Beach (tucked away in the northeast corner of the park at 8311 John Downs Loop, Pasadena, Md 21122), is the site of a sandy beach for roughhousing and the Chesapeake Bay for water games, all off-leash. Go to their website http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/Parks/downs_park/index.cfm for other park attractions, directions and park map or email me. There is a $5/car park admission fee (or $25 annual permit). Since this is outside in December, it's weather-dependent, so email me if you have any doubts.
Sun 12/12 6pm, REISTERSTOWN, MD: Festival of Lights opening ceremony at the Humane Society of Baltimore Co http://www.hsbcanimals.org/index.asp.
Th 12/16 6- 12m, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Midnight Madness II, see 12/9.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tues 7pm ANNAPOLIS, MD: Meet under the lights at Collison Field in Truxton Park http://www.ci.annapolis.md.us/government/depts/recr/directions.asp#truxtun for casual disc dogging with Mid Atlantic Disc Dogs throughout the winter months.
Every Thurs 6-8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/events.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd. 11/2/04 NOTE: I don't know if this is still going on or if it's ended for the season. The website still has it up but it doesn't appear to have been updated for some time.
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat 9am- 11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Free Open House indoor playgroups at Fur-Get-Me-Not Pet Care 4140 S. Four Mile Run Dr. http://www.furgetmenot.biz/home.html .
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 330 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
2nd Thurs of each month ALEXANDRIA, VA: Dogs can join you on a 40 minute cruise of the Potomac River on the Miss Christin of the Potomac Riverboat Co http://www.potomacriverboatco.com/charter/MissChristin/index.html (one of the most difficult to navigate & least informative websites I've seen in a long while) which makes no mention of dogs being invited or the cruise times ( 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, 9pm ) or the price, ($8).
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html, http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm or http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Red Cross Pet First Aid classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs'
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://dogevents.net/ and http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark either one (or both) instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Nov '05 DC/Balto/Annapolis Area Dog Events -- G & X, 22:57:55 11/06/05 Sun (cmu-24-35-40-177.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.177)
It's getting dark early and starting to get cold, making it more difficult to get out and do fun things with your dog, but there's still some opportunities out there. Besides, your dog probably doesn't mind the cold and you can always buy a warmer coat. And hat. And gloves.
If anyone is looking for a worthy cause for holiday donations, I urge you to consider Autumn Acres http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/autumnacres.html . It's a small, poorly funded group which rescues Newfs (and others) from a hellish life in puppy mills. They've had some unforeseen high medical expenses this year, including Shooter, a 5 y/o Newf I fostered, who suffered GDV (gastric dilatation volvulus) aka bloat, a life threatening condition where the stomach fills with air, then twists.
Although Shooter was in agony & minutes from death, the good people at Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic managed to save his life. He's doing fine now and has a happy future but his medical expenses totaled $2164.10, an amount the folks at Autumn Acres simply don't have.
There are also mixed breed rescue groups and breed club rescues like Colonial Newfoundland Club's (http://www.cncnewfs.com/Rescue.shtml ) who do a lot of good work on a shoestring budget and who would be grateful for any help.
Sat 11/5 9am-12:30, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Wellness Clinic
Pet professionals will be discussing health, diet and training information about our dogs. Please visit www.tailsofoldetowne.com for more information.
Sat 11/5 10:30am- 1:30pm, FAIRFAX, VA: The SPCA of Northern Virginia http://spcanova.org/ will be holding its twice-yearly pet tattoo clinic at Webers Pet Supermarket, 11021 Lee Highway. Tattoos will be performed by Tommy and Nancy Mantlo from Richmond, well-known pet tattooists with over 25 years experience. This is a great opportunity to protect your pets from theft, or in case they get lost. You'll choose the alpha-numeric combination to be tattooed on your pet, and you'll choose the service to register it with. Price is a very reasonable $17 if you pre-reg and $20 for walk-ins.
Fri- Sun, 11/11-13, SALISBURY, MD: Three days of AKC dog shows at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center hosted by the Salisbury Maryland Kennel Club and Mispillion Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/panels/md.htm .
Fri - Sun, 11/11- 13, EASTON, MD: A myriad of activities and sights at the Waterfowl Festival http://www.waterfowlfestival.org/ including retriever demos. Not strictly a dog-focused event but said to be dog friendly and fun for you and your pet.
Sat 11/12 10am, FAIRFAX, VA: Join GRREAT (Golden Retriever Rescue) http://www.grreat.org/3kwalk_nov05.htm in a 3K walk starting at the rear lot of Webers Pet Supermarket.
Sat & Sun, 11/12 & 13, 10am-5pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Quiet Waters Park http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/calendar.cfm?DISPLAYMODE=DisplayEvent&DETAILEVENT=152008 featuring arts, crafts, music. View the creativity of artists of various media in a mostly outdoor setting, then head for the dog park and dog beach. Food is available and park admission is free these two days.
Sun 11/13 ANNAPOLIS, MD: Paws Pet Boutique http://pawsannapolis.com/ is having a paw dip- your pet's pawprint made into an ornament. Call 410-263-8683 to schedule your appointment.
Sat 11/19 11am, BALTIMORE, MD: Baltimore's Thanksgiving Parade http://www.bop.org/resources/up217.aspx. OK, so it's not really a dog event, but you can bring your dog, watch the parade and amble around downtown and the inner harbor.
Sat 11/19 1-3pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie massage class at Tails of Olde Towne http://www.tailsofoldetowne.com/index.html . Bring your doggie and have fun learning basic techniques. Call 703-768-0500 to register.
Th, Fri, Sat, Sun, 11/25-28, WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD: The Maryland Turkey Cluster http://www.infodog.com/panels/md.htm, four days of AKC dog shows at the Howard Co. Fairgrounds . Yes, you can bring your dog, but bring water or a container you can fill up in the restroom.
Sat 11/19 11am, BALTIMORE, MD: Baltimore's Thanksgiving Parade http://www.bop.org/resources/up217.aspx. OK, so it's not really a dog event, but you can bring your dog, watch the parade and amble around downtown and the inner harbor.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Thurs 630pm- ? WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd. I don't know if this is still going on or has stopped for the season; per the website, it's still happening.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party- see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.shtml for details.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
LINKS TO SPECIALIZED ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED ABOVE:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Dec '05 Balto/Annapolis/DC Area Dog Events -- X & G, 22:34:17 12/01/05 Thu (cmu-24-35-40-186.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.186)
Despite the frantic holiday season and cold weather, there's actually some fun dog happenings this month. In addition, all kinds of places are offering pet photos with Santa, way too many for me to list. Check your local pet store, shelter, vet, pets-on-wheels etc. One interesting variation on this theme is at the Westfield Annapolis Mall http://www.westfield.com/annapolis/ on Sun 12/4 & Sun 12/11 when you can take your dog to the mall for photos.
A Newf Romp (no swim-different location) on Sun 12/4 at 1pm will give you a chance to test your cold weather gear, take a break from the holiday madness and do something fun with your poor, neglected dog, details below.
Sat 12/3 1030am, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Join (or watch) the Scottish Christmas Parade in dog friendly Old Town beginning at Wilkes & South Pitt and ending at the Campagna Center where all kinds of festivities are taking place http://www.campagnacenter.org/scw05schedule.htm. There will be some dog groups including the Golden Retrievers of GRREAT http://www.grreat.org/scot_xmas_walk.htm
Sun 12/4 1pm, ARNOLD, MD: NEWF ROMP (without the swim) at the ~3 acre fully fenced Broadneck Dog Park. There's no actual address (or admission fee) for the park. From Rt 50, take Ritchie Hwy (Rt 2) north and turn right on College Parkway. From Rt 100, take Ritchie Hwy (Rt 2) south and turn left on College Parkway. Take the second park entrance (not the first one with horses and ballfields) about 3-4 miles down on the right, just after Broadneck High School on the left and opposite a new housing development. It's easy to miss, so if you find yourself at Cape St Clair Rd, turn around and it'll be about 1/2 mile on the left. Park in the first lot and the dog park is about 1/10 of a mile on the left. Since this is outside in December, it's weather-dependent, so email me if you have any doubts.
Sun 12/4 6pm, REISTERSTOWN, MD: Festival of Lights opening ceremony at the Humane Society of Baltimore Co http://www.hsbcanimals.org/.
Th 12/8 6- 12m, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Midnight Madness I in downtown Annapolis and Maryland Ave isn't really a dog event but usually gets a good canine turnout. The shops stay open until midnight, there's musical entertainment food & refreshments, and parking is free in the Hillman & Gotts garages. You & your pooch can wander around enjoying the scene & pretty decorations. More info, call 410-266-5555
Sat 12/10 8am, MCLEAN, VA: The McLean Chamber of Commerce hosts their annual Reindog parade http://www.chamberhub.com/cgi/foxweb.dll/wlx/cal/wlxprofile?caleid=353&cc=GMLCC at Langley Shopping Center.
Sat 12/10 10am- 2pm, GETTYSBURG, PA: Christmas Tree Festival featuring family fun and arts and crafts along with the cart-pulling (or walk-around friendly) dogs of the Colonial Newfoundland Club http://www.cncnewfs.com/events/2005XmasTreePetNPull.pdf at Seven Springs Tree Farm http://www.sevenspringstrees.com/index.htm.
Sun 12/11 11am- 230pm, FREDERICK, MD: Annual Howliday Party hosted by http://www.grreat.org/05howlidayparty.htm featuring food, games, silent auction, gift exchange and photos with Santa.
Th 12/15 6- 12m, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Midnight Madness II, see 12/8.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Thurs 630pm- ? WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd. I don't know if this is still going on or has stopped for the season; per the website, it's still happening.
Second Thursday of each month 6- 9pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Barkley Square Bakery has a special event http://barkleysquarebakery.radius3.com/index.php
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party- see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.shtml for details.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
LINKS TO SPECIALIZED ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED ABOVE:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Annapolis/Baltimore/DC Area May '04 Dog Events-Final -- G & X, 12:47:06 05/14/04 Fri (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
There's no excuse to let your dog sit home in May, a ton of things going on. Notable are the huge 5/16 Walk at Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis which is well worth attending, the 5/1 Strut/Fiesta in Reston sounds like quite a bash, and several wine tastings (with dogs) cater to your more contemplative side. There's also a Newf Romp n' Swim on Sun 5/30 at 1pm.
If you want to see photos from the most recent Romps go to http://photomail.photoworks.com/sharing/album.asp?Key=1~FQQ4aBru.cJWV1aa38pRy0XHJeA.OZw4 and http://members12.clubphoto.com/gomez594628/2228434/owner-b4a0.phtml .
And I have to brag about Gomez's widespread celebrity. Thanks to the photographic skills of AJ, Gomez graces the website of the Newf Club of Northern California http://www.ncnc.org/parentframe.htm and the cover of the Russian Newfoundland Club's most recent newsletter http://www.undara.narod.ru/dif/jurnal.html , along with his older brother, AJ's Max (on right).
Sat 5/1 830am-1030am, RESTON, VA: The 5K Mutt Strut http://www.spcanova.org/ (benefits Paws & Claws Animal Rescue & No. Va. SPCA) kicks off the day-long Pet Fiesta (below) at Reston Town Center.
Sat 5/1 10am- 3pm, RESTON, VA: Preceded by Mutt Strut, Pet Fiesta http://petfiesta.org/welcome.cfm continues the celebration of pets. Jam-packed with FUN activities, fashion show, costumes, contests, exhibitions, displays, vendors, low cost rabies shots & microchipping, this one promises to be a blast.
Sat 5/1 9am, ST MICHAELS, MD: The Talbot Co. Humane Society is having their Dog Walk Day http://www.talbothumane.org/dogwalk.htm at the beautiful waterfront Inn at Perry Cabin. Games, prizes, demos are also featured.
Sat 5/1 10am, FAIRFAX, VA: New Leash on Life walk to benefit NOVA Search & Rescue dogs and Blue Ridge Bull Terrier Rescue at Webers Pet Supermarket, 11021 Lee Hwy. Treats, food, fun & music.
Sat 5/1 11am -2pm, COCKEYSVILLE, MD: Everydog is invited to Play Day at Oregon Ridge Park to benefit Bulldog Rescue. Games (including bobbing for hotdogs, dance contest, best trick etc), music, activities, food and LOTS of prizes.
Sat 5/1 11am- 2pm, GAITHERSBURG, MD: Dog Walk for Pets on Wheels at Bohrer Park, Summit Hill Farm, 506 S. Frederick Ave. Dog activities, vendors and Canine Good Citizen testing if you call 301-424-0656 x104 to make an appointment.
Sat 5/1 PURCELLVILLE, VA: Dog Day at Breaux Vineyards http://www.breauxvineyards.com/ . Dogs get to parade around the winery green and win prizes; presumably their people can slurp wine. No times are given, I guess you have to contact them.
Sun 5/2 MANASSAS, VA: Colonial Newfoundland Club's Grooming Clinic http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#MAY . Let the experts show you how to make the fur fly.
Sun 5/2 11am, WHEATON, MD: Paws in the Park, Montgomery Co Humane Society http://www.mchumane.org/pawsintheparkmain.htm A 5K walk & lots of other stuff at Wheaton Regional Park.
Tues, 5/4 6- 8pm, NATIONWIDE: Petsmart's Summer Carnival featuring the Bow Wow Boardwalk of games, prizes and toys. Be aware that some renegade Petsmarts don't always participate so you might want to call your local one first.
Sat 5/8 830am- 1pm, ARLINGTON, VA: Walk for the Animals at Bluemont Park for the Animal Welfare League of Arlington http://www.awla.org/walk.html. Pre and post walk events are promised but they must be keeping them a secret since they don't say what they are.
Sat 5/8 9am- 2pm, near LAPLATA, MD: The Humane Society of Charles Co. is having their Dog Walk & Games Day at Gilbert Run Park http://www.humanesocietycc.org/dogwalk.html .
Sat 5/8 10am -4pm, GREENBELT, MD: Pet Expo at Greenbelt Community Center, 15 Crescent RD Greenbelt MD. Rescue groups, pet-related service providers, demonstrations-agility, flyball, dancing w/your dog. Dogs, cats, parrots, reptiles, rabbits, ferrets, etc. A ton of stuff going on and food is available. http://www.ci.greenbelt.md.us/ , scroll about halfway down and click on the link to a pdf brochure.
Sat 5/8 12 noon, ANNAPOLIS/EASTPORT, MD: The irreverent Maritime Republic of Eastport hosts the annual grueling .05k Bridge Run (yes, you read it right) and Dog Day Afternoon http://themre.org/new.html. Silly contests, demos etc. You can find street parking within a couple of blocks and enjoy the Eastport/Annapolis ambience. Get there early (race reg starts at 1030) and mingle with the excited crowd of people & dogs.
Sat 5/8 1pm, CENTERVILLE, MD: Skyhoundz disc dog competition http://skyhoundz.com/localschedule.htm (scroll down to MD) at Rt 18 Park, 1901 4-H Park Rd.
Sun 5/9 10am LUTHERVILLE, MD: Skyhoundz disc dog competition http://skyhoundz.com/localschedule.htm (scroll down to MD) at Orchard Hills Park, Lincoln Ave at Bellona Ave & Othoridge Rds.
Fri- Sun 5/14- 16, LEBANON, PA: World Canine Freestyle's Barkin' Barkleigh Ball http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org/barkleigh_ball_2004.htm . All kinds of canine freestyle (dance with your dog) stuff going on.
Fri 5/14 730pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Walk around dog friendly Old Town with the Northern Va. Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date).
Sat 5/15, MANASSAS, VA: Mattaponi Kennel Club's AKC all breed dog show http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2004093401.HTM
Sat 5/15 930am, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA: Skyhoundz North East Regional disc dog competition at Red Wing Park 1398 General Booth Blvd Virginia Beach, VA 23451
http://skyhoundz.com/regionaleventlisting.htm .
Sat 5/15 10am- 2pm, ARLINGTON, VA: Dog Wash at Fur-Get-Me-Not, 4140 S Four Mile Run Dr. Why do it yourself when for a mere $10 the members of the No. Va. Professional Pet Sitters will do it for you to benefit Lost Dog & Cat Rescue. Vendors will be there also.
Sat 5/15 10am- 2pm, BROOKLANDVILLE, MD: Bark in the Park at The Park School http://parkschool.net/more.cfm?id=90 .
Sun 5/16 8am- 12N, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Walk For The Animals hosted by the Anne Arundel Co. SPCA http://www.aacspca.org/ . This is another BIG one, dogs as far as the eye can see. Booths, vendors, freebies etc. As usual, you don't actually have to register and walk; you can just wander around and enjoy the festivities. The bonus is the Dog Beach and fully fenced Dog Park also located at the Quiet Waters Park site.
Sun 5/16 11am- 4pm LOTHIAN, MD: The Perfect Pet Resort http://www.perfectpetresort.com/ is having a Pet Expo featuring exhibitions, food, workshops, demontrations and more.
Sun 5/16 12- 3pm ELLICOTT CITY, MD: Strut Your Mutt/Pet Fair at Clark's Elioak Farm http://www.clarklandfarm.com/PET%20FAIR%202004.htm
Sun-Mon 5/16-17, WESTMINSTER, MD: Carroll Kennel Club's AKC All Breed Dog Show http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2004014902.HTM .
Wed 5/19 705pm, BOWIE, MD: Take your dog to the baseball game! The Bowie Baysox are having Dog Days of Summer http://baysox.com/schedule/?month=05&year=2004 . Get there early for pre game fun from the fabulous 4 Dog Night Flyball team http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html .
Fri-Mon 5/21-24, WILLIAMSBURG, VA: Four days worth of AKC all breed dog shows, all at the same site, some have obedience, too. http://www.infodog.com/panels/va.htm, then go to date.
Sat 5/22 10am LAKE FAIRFAX, VA: Hike around Lake Fairfax with the No. Va. Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date).
Sat 5/22 10am- 3pm ST MARY'S CO., MD: Greenwell State Park is the site for the Animal Relief Fund's Walk and other activities http://www.animalrelieffund.org/dynapage/display.php?PageID=45 .
Sat 5/22 10am- 4pm WASHINGTON, DC: National Geographic http://www.nationalgeographic.com/museum/ kicks off their exhibit on "Dogs" with Dog Day Afternoon. The free program includes demonstrations by bomb-sniffing and search and rescue dogs; a shelter dog fashion show; Jack Russell terrier races; dog obedience training; and flyball, dancing-dog and agility-course demonstrations. Dogs are welcome at the festival, but must be leashed and not in heat.
Sat 5/22 11am-Sun 5/23, BROWNTOWN, VA: DiscStock 2004 hosted by the Mid Atlantic Disc Dogs is a wonderful overnight camp-out featuring frisbee dog competition at a farm near Front Royal, Va. http://discdog.us/ and go to the calendar.
Sat 5/22 12N- 4pm, LUCKETTS, VA: Wine tasting at Tarara Winery, benefits GRREAT (Golden Retriever Rescue) http://www.grreat.org/picnic/winetasting.htm. You get to sniff the bouquet of various wines while your pooch gets to sniff the bouquet of other dogs' butts.
Sat 5/22 HEREFORD, MD: Hike Gunpowder Falls with the K9 Trailblazers http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm .
Sun 5/23 11am- 3pm, HIGHLAND, MD: Howard Co. Pet Expo http://www.howardcounty.com/calendar/event_details.asp?ID=14262 includes demos, vendors, rescue groups, food, micro-chipping, tattooing (presumably to ID your pet and not to decorate you) and more.
Sat 5/29 9am, WILLIAMSPORT, MD: Basset Rescue of Old Dominion (BROOD) hosts the Bassett Ramble & Beach Party http://brood-va.org/ramble2004.html. All dogs are invited to the many fun events (and picnic the night before) including socializing in five fenced-in acres. In case of rain, it's held indoors at the Washington Co. Agricultural Center.
Sun 5/30 1pm, PASADENA, MD: NEWF ROMP n' SWIM! Celebrate Memorial Day weekend by turning your dog loose on the golden sands of the Dog Beach at Downs Park http://web.aacpl.net/rp/parks/dp/index.html to frolic and swim with other Newfs. The dog beach is in the upper right (northeast) corner of the park. Get there early and stake your claim to one of the picnic tables and grills located in a grove of trees by the steps to the beach and have yourself a cook out beforehand.
Mon 5/31 11am, VIENNA, VA: Healthy Hound Dog Walk and Adoption Fair in conjunction with the Viva Vienna Festival & Health Fair http://www.gooddogz.org/events/healthdogwalk.htm .
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $1.95, shrimp $4.95) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat 2pm- 3pm, NATIONWIDE: Petsmart Play Sessions (note: this may vary by store location).
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html, http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Oct '05 Dog Events-Update -- X & G, 16:34:52 10/21/05 Fri (cmu-24-35-40-177.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.177)
A few changes and additions to Oct '05 Dog Events, and including the rest of the month.
Fri 10/21- Sat 10/22, GETTYSBURG, PA: You can catch the tail end of the St Bernard Club of America's National Specialty http://sbcanational.com/ at the AllStar Events Complex, 2638 Emmittsburg Rd, Gettysburg, PA 724-935-9651. Be advised that most of the 2005 info has disappeared from their website already; look on the right for what still exists.
Fri 10/21 630pm, WASHINGTON, DC: Halloween Howl- Join People Animals Love (PAL) for a masquerade party for both dogs and dog lovers to benefit PAL. Silent auction, cocktails, dinner, dancing and dog costume contest. $125 for Humans. $10 for Dogs. 6:30pm. L'Enfant Plaza Hotel. http://www.halloweenhowl.org/
Sat 10/22 9- 11am, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Massage class at http://www.tailsofoldetowne.com/
Sat & Sun 10/22 & 23 BEL AIR, MD: The Old Line State Dog Club is hosting what looks like United Kennel Club all breed conformation, obedience and weight pulls at the Heavenly Waters Equestrian Center, 608 N Tollgate Rd 410-557-8349. It looks like registration starts at 7am and the show gets going at 9am but don't quote me on it. Have fun deciphering the difficult website http://www.ukcdogs.com/dogevents/upcoming/i-ev.shtml#october (hint: start by scrolling down to date, then Maryland) or you can email the event secretary at plottnova@aol.com .
Sat 10/22 4- 7pm, FREDERICK, MD: Howl n' Wine Festival
http://www.fchs.org/howlnwine.htm hosted by the Frederick Co Humane
Society. Have fun with your dog in costume while sampling wonderful
local wines and catered delights under early autumn skies at
Ceresville Mansion,Pavilion Area. Resched from 10/8 due to rain.
Sun 10/23 11am- 3pm, SOLOMON'S MD: Pet Walk at Annmarie Garden plus pet related vendors and entertainment http://www.cawl.us/petwalk.html .
Tu 10/25 6pm- 8pm, NATIONWIDE: Petsmart is having a Trick or Treat costume party & contests with prizes. You can also buy a Polaroid picture and glow-in-the-dark frame for $6.95. Call to make sure your local Petsmart is participating before you show up since sometimes a rogue location will decide to be a party pooper. The ones in Annapolis and Glen Burnie are having it for sure, but I'm darned if I'm calling all of them.
Wed 10/26 7pm, VIENNA, VA: Spooky Pooch contest in conjunction with the 59th Annual Vienna Halloween Parade. March a 1/2 mile, starting on Maple Ave with the rest of the participants and dress up your dog to compete as spookiest, most creative, and best dog/owner combo. http://www.gooddogz.org/events/spookypooch_reg.htm
Th 10/27 5- 8pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Although nothing's on the website http://doggiehappyhour.com/, I'm going to assume Doggie Happy Hour will close out the season with a costume contest as they've done in the past.
Sat 10/29 930am POTOMAC, MD: Montgomery Co SPCA http://www.mcspca.org/default.asp#Special is holding their Dog Walk and Pet Fair (contests, food, auctions etc) in conjunction with Potomac Day. You can tell this is taking place in a high-rent district since they want you to fork out a hefty $35.
Sat 10/29 11am- 3pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Get a howling start to Howl-o-ween at the 3rd Annual Barkin' Bash at Quiet Waters Park. You and your pooch are encouraged to come in costume to enjoy the games, food, vendors, music and more http://barkinbash.org/ . Keep in mind the Dog Beach and fully fenced Dog Park are near the bash site as an added bonus.
Sat 10/29 12noon- 4pm, WATERFORD, VA: The Loudoun Co Animal Shelter http://www.loudoun.gov/animals/halloween.htm is having its 3rd Annual Homecoming Festival with games, contests and other activities for both pets and people.
Sat 10/29 1- 5pm, BALTIMORE, MD: The 6th Annual Baltimore Fancy Dress Dog Costume Contest & Dog Festival takes place at the Can Company
http://www.thecancompany.com/events/events.html#oct (scroll down) 2400 Boston Street in Canton. Registration starts at 1pm and the contest starts at 2:30. The categories for the costume contest are: Scariest, Most Original, Most Baltimorean & Matching Dog and Human, $12 to enter and all proceeds benefit the Canton Dog Park- Baltimore City's only official dog park.Dine al fresco with your dog, vendors, info, displays, entertainment. This is the cleverest and most competitive fancy dress dog costume contest I've ever seen. Among other astonishing sights in the past was a pack of mutts dressed like a crab feast, complete with a can of Old Bay and a paper towel roll.
Sat 10/29 2-4pm, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Lake Accotink Park is throwing a Howl-o-ween Dog Talent Show, Costume Contest and Boneyard Hunt for your furry family members http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/accotink/bark.htm.
Sat 10/29 230pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: MAD DOGS hosts a Disc Dogathon which besides the usual 5 disc events, will be holding a few fun events such as Costume Parade (Dog and/or Human), Bobbing for tennis balls and a Hot Dog Fetch and are adding a new event called Firefly Catch held in the dark with Glow-In-The-Dark Discs. Registration starts at 130pm. http://www.discdog.us/calendar_event.php?eid=20050219162441848 The State Challenge, which was rained out, will be held concurrently.
Sat 10/29 6- 10pm, FALLSTON, MD: Bring your whole family including your well-mannered canine friend (dogs welcome especially in costumes) to the 3rd Annual Howl-o-ween Festival at the Humane Society of Harford Co . A great evening of events is planned - music, games, moon bounce, costume judging contests includes your family dog and the shelter ones, food, candy, face painting, Doggie IQ Test, Silent Auction Items, and the famous Haunted Barn http://www.harfordshelter.org/calendar.php .
Sat 10/29 & Sun 10/30, LEESBURG, VA: The Middleburg Kennel Club http://www.middleburgkc.com/mkcshows.html hosts its annual fall dog show at Oatlands Plantation. Sat boasts a Colonial Newfoundland Club http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.shtml NCA Regional; Sun an NCA supported entry.
Sun 10/30 11am- 4pm, BALTIMORE, MD: BARCStoberfest at Patterson Park http://www.baltimoreanimalshelter.org/barcstoberfest.shtml . Join BARCS for a VERY special day filled with pet and family activities!!! The 4 legged festival goers can enjoy The RESCUED Pet Parade, Agility and K-9 Demonstrations, Pet Contests, Pet Acupuncture and Massage, Grooming and Pet Health (YES - we want you to bring your pets!!! )
And that’s not all – the 2 legged festival goers can enjoy goods from local artists and vendors, kid’s stuff like face painting, hanging out with the Orioles Bird and the Ravens mascot - Poe, food and drink from local restaurants and bars, music from local bands such as The Big Red T’s, a 50/50 raffle, and a silent auction - just to name a few!!! Benefits the Baltimore Animal Shelter, which, Lord knows, needs the help. Rescheduled from 10/8 due to rain.
Sun 10/30 SPRINGFIELD, VA: Cruise Lake Accotink with your dog on the mighty pontoon boat http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/accotink/bark.htm.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Oct '05 Dog Events-Annapolis/Baltimore/DC Area -- X & G, 08:32:57 09/30/05 Fri (cmu-24-35-40-113.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.113)
October is the month of the most glorious dog holiday of the year, Howl-o-ween, as well as one of the busiest in the canine social calendar. Along with the events listed here, keep in mind that many local pet stores also have costume contests, frequently with very little competition and decent prizes. Gomez once won a $25 gift card merely by sporting a saddle and bandanna while second place went to a dog merely wearing a bandanna. The third place dog just had on a collar and still won $10.
If anyone's up for enjoying the Annapolis Dockside ambiance before the boat shows hit town, Friday 9/30's the night to do it. We'll be there...
Fri-Sun, 9/30- 10/2, LEESBURG, VA: Three days of AKC All Breed, Obedience and Rally dog shows at the Morven Park Equestrian Center by the Warrenton Kennel Club http://www.warrentonkc.org/ and Old Dominion KC http://members.aol.com/olddominionkc/odkc.html .
Fri- Sun 9/30- 10/2, DEWEY BEACH, DE: Party with the high-flying MADDOGS at a long relaxed beach weekend http://discdog.us/ .
Sat 10/1 1030am, COLUMBIA, MD: Fidos For Freedom, a worthy group which provides therapy assistance dogs to those who need them, hosts their 7th Annual Stroll n' Roll at Lake Elkhorn Park (new location) http://www.fidosforfreedom.org/events/current-events/2005stroll/index.php for a most reasonable $10 registration fee.
Sat 10/1 11am- 5pm, WASHINGTON, DC: Barracks Row Street Festival, 500- 700 blocks 8th St, SE (Capitol Hill). Bring your four-legged companion and enjoy the festivities & pet blessing (at 2pm) of this outdoor festival in the heart of historic Barracks Row. This event will offer something for everyone in the community – with performances, food, music, art, and entertainment http://www.barracksrow.org/ .
Sat 10/1 1- 4pm, ARLINGTON, VA: Fall Festival hosted by the Animal Welfare League of Arlington http://www.awla.org/fallfest.html and Arlington Dogs http://www.arlingtondogs.org/news.html at Lacey Woods Park, 1200 N. George Mason Dr. Games, contests, music, food and more.
Sat 10/1 4- 7pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Paws Pet Boutique, 64 State Circle is celebrating their 42nd (in dog years) birthday http://pawsannapolis.com .
Sat 10/1-Sun 10/2, HANOVER, PA: Colonial Newfoundland Club's Water Rescue Tests at Lake Codorus http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.shtml .Watch Newfoundland dogs demonstrate their ability to rescue swimmers and boaters.
Sun 10/2 NATIONWIDE: The first Sunday in October is when many churches celebrate the Feast of St Francis, patron saint of animals, and some of them hold a Blessing of the Animals on this day. Check out your local churches (usually Catholic & Episcopal) if you're interested.
Sun 10/2 12noon, FAIRFAX, VA: Paws for a Cause 3K walk through the shady streets of Fairfax to benefit Fairfax Pets On Wheels , meet at Webers Pet Supermarket. http://www.wjla.com/community/showevent.hrb?i=24567
Sun 10/2 1- 5pm, INDIAN HEAD, MD: Hot Dog Round-up put on by Homeward Trails Animal Rescue at Red Gate Farm features a BBQ (w/treats for your dog), fun K9 games & activities, square dancing, goodie bags and much more http://www.hotdogroundup.com/ .
Sat 10/8 GRANTVILLE, PA: NewPenDel Newfoundland Club's Fall Fun Fest has a boatload of happenings, check out their website http://www.newpendelnewfclub.com/05FallFunFest.htm .
Sat 10/8 9am- 2pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria's Canine Games at Episcopal High School, 1200 North Quaker Lane (new location) is a big event featuring (what else?) lots of games, along with vendors and other goodies. Be advised it's a bit of a hike from parking to the games site if you don't get there early http://alexandriaanimals.org/~awla/special_events.cfm .
Sat 10/8 9am- 5pm, CROWNSVILLE, MD: Anne Arundel Scottish Festival and Highland Games at the A.A. Co. Fairgrounds welcomes leashed, well-behaved dogs to enjoy the fun and the dog group area will be bigger than ever: 2 Sheltie groups, 2 Cairn groups, Westies, Gordon Setters, Golden Retrievers, Irish Wolfhounds, and a Scottish Deerhound in the afternoon. Also, clans, dancers, pipe bands, drummers, musical entertainment, vendors of scottish food & goods. Something for everyone --beer too. Free parking. http://www.annearun.com/aasfi/
Sat 10/8 930am VIENNA, VA: The Mid- Atlantic Leonberger Club http://www.midatlanticleonbergers.com/HTMLfiles/Upcomingevents.htm is having their Fall Specialty at Nottoway Park.
Sat 10/8 10am- 3pm, COLUMBIA, MD: Animal Advocates of Howard Co puts on their Walk for Paws at Lake Elkhorn along with vendors, food, games and other activities. http://www.animal-advocates.org/walkforpaws.html
Sat 10/8 10am- 4pm, BALTIMORE, MD: BARCStoberfest at Patterson Park http://www.baltimoreanimalshelter.org/barcstoberfest.shtml . Join BARCS for a VERY special day filled with pet and family activities!!! The 4 legged festival goers can enjoy The RESCUED Pet Parade, Agility and K-9 Demonstrations, Pet Contests, Pet Acupuncture and Massage, Grooming and Pet Health (YES - we want you to bring your pets!!! )
And that’s not all – the 2 legged festival goers can enjoy goods from local artists and vendors, kid’s stuff like face painting, hanging out with the Orioles Bird and the Ravens mascot - Poe, food and drink from local restaurants and bars, music from local bands such as The Big Red T’s, a 50/50 raffle, and a silent auction - just to name a few!!! Benefits the Baltimore Animal Shelter, which, Lord knows, needs the help.
Sat 10/8 1030am MILLERSVILLE, MD: Mid Atlantic Disc Dogs (MADDogs)
http://www.discdog.us/calendar_event.php?eid=20050219162319198 State Challenge at Kinder Farm Park as part of their Fall Harvest Festival http://kinderfarmpark.org/calendar/Cal-Desc-Oct-2005.pdf . See the fur fly as the Mid Atlantic states square off to see who has the most talented air canines. Come and watch acrobatic dogs catch frisbees or you and your dog can try it yourselves to uphold the honor of your state.
Sat 10/8 4- 7pm, FREDERICK, MD: Howl n' Wine Festival http://www.fchs.org/howlnwine.htm hosted by the Frederick Co Humane Society. Have fun with your dog in costume while sampling wonderful local wines and catered delights under early autumn skies at Ceresville Mansion,Pavilion Area.
Fri 10/14- Sat 10/15 8am- 6pm, WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD: Two days of AKC all breed conformation and obedience dog shows by the Catonsville Kennel Club at the Howard Co. Fairgrounds http://www.infodog.com/panels/md.htm .
Sat 10/15 11am- 4pm, MILLERSVILLE, MD: Don't miss the 4th Annual Parade of Paws at Kinder Farm Park put on by the Mid Atlantic Great Dane Rescue League http://www.magdrl.org/parade05.htm . Tons of things going on including CGC testing, games, vendors,food, demos, costume contest & rescue groups. They have pavilions so it's held rain or shine. We've gone every year and always had a wonderful time.
Sat 10/15 12- 3pm, FREDERICK, MD: Strut Your Mutt at Baker Park to benefit the Animal Welfare League of Frederick Co. Not only can you strut but also see frisbee, agility, K9 and other demos, doggie games, vendors, music and food http://awlfc.org/.
Sun 10/16 9am- 2pm, SOUTH RIDING, VA: The Doberman Rescue folks are sponsoring a health clinic with reduced prices for:Hip X-Rays1 for OFA Certification (available between noon-2pm only) 3-year Rabies and other annual vaccines, Thyroid Panels, Diagnostic Chemistry Profiles, Pre-Operative Panels CBCs w/Differentials, Microchipping, Heartworm/Lymes/Ehrlichia testing at the Aldie Vet Hospital. Pre registration is required http://dobe.net/events.htm .
Sun 10/16 11am- 2pm, REISTERSTOWN, MD: Paws on Parade, a 1.6 mile walk hosted by the Humane Society of Baltimore Co. Located on 365 acres of beautiful rolling hillsides and fields, an agility course is available to try out, vendor alley, displays,Blessing of the Animals and (shudder) vegetarian food. http://www.hsbcanimals.org/NewsLetter%20and%20DogPaddle/pawsonparadebrochure2005.pdf. Note: the print is so small it's virtually impossible to read but you can click the little magnifying glass or + sign on the top bar left of center to make it bigger.
Fri 10/21 630pm, WASHINGTON, DC: Halloween Howl- Join People Animals Love (PAL) for a masquerade party for both dogs and dog lovers to benefit PAL. Silent auction, cocktails, dinner, dancing and dog costume contest. $125 for Humans. $10 for Dogs. 6:30pm. L'Enfant Plaza Hotel. http://www.halloweenhowl.org/
Sat & Sun 10/22 & 23 BEL AIR, MD: The Old Line State Dog Club is hosting what looks like United Kennel Club all breed conformation, obedience and weight pulls at the Heavenly Waters Equestrian Center, 608 N Tollgate Rd 410-557-8349. It looks like registration starts at 7am and the show gets going at 9am but don't quote me on it. Have fun deciphering the difficult website http://www.ukcdogs.com/dogevents/upcoming/i-ev.shtml#october (hint: start by scrolling down to date, then Maryland) or you can email the event secretary at plottnova@aol.com .
Sun 10/23 11am- 3pm, SOLOMON'S MD: Pet Walk at Annmarie Garden plus pet related vendors and entertainment http://www.cawl.us/petwalk.html .
Tu 10/25 6pm- 8pm, NATIONWIDE: Petsmart is having a Trick or Treat costume party & contests with prizes. You can also buy a Polaroid picture and glow-in-the-dark frame for $6.95. Call to make sure your local Petsmart is participating before you show up since sometimes a rogue location will decide to be a party pooper. The ones in Annapolis and Glen Burnie are having it for sure, but I'm darned if I'm calling all of them.
Wed 10/26 7pm, VIENNA, VA: Spooky Pooch contest in conjunction with the 59th Annual Vienna Halloween Parade. March a 1/2 mile, starting on Maple Ave with the rest of the participants and dress up your dog to compete as spookiest, most creative, and best dog/owner combo. http://www.gooddogz.org/events/spookypooch_reg.htm
Th 10/27 5- 8pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Although nothing's on the website http://doggiehappyhour.com/, I'm going to assume Doggie Happy Hour will close out the season with a costume contest as they've done in the past.
Sat 10/29 11am- 3pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Get a howling start to Howl-o-ween at the 3rd Annual Barkin' Bash at Quiet Waters Park. You and your pooch are encouraged to come in costume to enjoy the games, food, vendors, music and more http://barkinbash.org/ . Keep in mind the Dog Beach and fully fenced Dog Park are near the bash site as an added bonus.
Sat 10/29 1- 5pm, BALTIMORE, MD: The 6th Annual Baltimore Fancy Dress Dog Costume Contest & Dog Festival takes place at the Can Company
http://www.thecancompany.com/events/events.html#oct (scroll down) 2400 Boston Street in Canton. Registration starts at 1pm and the contest starts at 2:30. The categories for the costume contest are: Scariest, Most Original, Most Baltimorean & Matching Dog and Human, $12 to enter and all proceeds benefit the Canton Dog Park- Baltimore City's only official dog park.Dine al fresco with your dog, vendors, info, displays, entertainment. This is the cleverest and most competitive fancy dress dog costume contest I've ever seen. Among other astonishing sights in the past was a pack of mutts dressed like a crab feast, complete with a can of Old Bay and a paper towel roll.
Sat 10/29 2-4pm, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Lake Accotink Park is throwing a Howl-o-ween Dog Talent Show, Costume Contest and Boneyard Hunt for your furry family members http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/accotink/bark.htm.
Sat 10/29 230pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: MAD DOGS hosts a Disc Dogathon which besides the usual 5 disc events, will be holding a few fun events such as Costume Parade (Dog and/or Human), Bobbing for tennis balls and a Hot Dog Fetch and are adding a new event called Firefly Catch held in the dark with Glow-In-The-Dark Discs. Registration starts at 130pm. http://www.discdog.us/calendar_event.php?eid=20050219162441848
Sat 10/29 6- 10pm, FALLSTON, MD: Bring your whole family including your well-mannered canine friend (dogs welcome especially in costumes) to the 3rd Annual Howl-o-ween Festival at the Humane Society of Harford Co . A great evening of events is planned - music, games, moon bounce, costume judging contests includes your family dog and the shelter ones, food, candy, face painting, Doggie IQ Test, Silent Auction Items, and the famous Haunted Barn http://www.harfordshelter.org/calendar.php .
Sat 10/29 & Sun 10/30, LEESBURG, VA: The Middleburg Kennel Club http://www.middleburgkc.com/mkcshows.html hosts its annual fall dog show at Oatlands Plantation. Fri boasts a Colonial Newfoundland Club http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.shtml supported entry; Sat a possible NCA Regional, check the CNC website for confirmation.
Sun 10/30 SPRINGFIELD, VA: Cruise Lake Accotink with your dog on the mighty pontoon boat http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/accotink/bark.htm.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $3.95, buy one burger get one free) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Thurs 630pm- ? WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd.
Second Thursday of each month 6- 9pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: http://barkleysquarebakery.radius3.com/index.php?pr=Event_Calendar#
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat 9am- 11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Free Open House indoor playgroups at Fur-Get-Me-Not Pet Care 4140 S. Four Mile Run Dr. http://www.furgetmenot.biz/home.html .
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
LINKS TO SPECIALIZED ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED ABOVE:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://dogevents.net/ and http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark either one (or both) instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Feb '07 DC/Baltimore/Annapolis Area Dog Events -- G & X, 15:53:54 02/06/07 Tue (cmu-24-35-45-154.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.45.154)
Most dogs love the snow, so for their sake, let's hope we get some. For those of us without natural fur coats, let's hope we don't, it'll just mess up the few February events.
Any of you who might be interested in a young Newf or even a puppy, check out http://newfierescue.org . Transport to our area can be arranged.
CANCELLED Sun 2/4 10am- 2pm, LAUREL, MD: Fidos For Freedom offers CGC/TDI testing and a tattoo clinic for those looking for an alternative to Superbowl madness http://fidosforfreedom.org/ .
Sat 2/10 2pm- 5pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Mid Atlantic Disc Dogs is hosting a working seminar conducted by Nancy Liptak, MS, RVT, CCRP, Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner. This seminar will provide you with valuable information on how to condition your canine athlete prior to performance, how to help prevent injuries from occurring, and how to effectively rehabilitate your pet while recovering from injury. Come on out and join us for some education and fun...and don't forget the pups!!! (Due to limited space, please only bring one pet per participant. No Flexi-Leads allowed.) Please also bring a soft mat or blanket for your canine companion. Held at Truxton Park's Griscom Building 273 Hilltop Lane Annapolis, MD. Although not mentioned on the website http://www.mad-dogs.us/calendar_event.php?eid=20070111170350768 I've been told the fee is a reasonable $15 and the contact is seminar@mad-dogs.us .
Sat 2/10 730pm- 11pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Join the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria for their Black Tie and Tails fundraising gala http://alexandriaanimals.org/~awla/special_events.cfm . For a mere $125, you can give your dog the opportunity to shed and slobber all over your fanciest finery but, hey- the parking is free.
Sat 2/17 NEWARK, DE: Wilmington Kennel Club http://www.wilmingtonkennelclub.org/eventa.htm is sponsoring a health clinic with bargain priced CERF (eyes), blood chemistries, DNA certification, tattoos, microchips and more.
Mon 2/19, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Really got cabin fever? Then go to the George Washington celebration http://www.washingtonbirthday.net/html/gwparade.html in dog friendly Old Town Alexandria, including a parade at 1pm.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Fri 4- 8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd. I'm skeptical as to whether this is still happening but there's no indication on the website.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party- see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.shtml for details.
New! Every Sat 12n- 5pm Indoor Dog Park: Dogtopia Daycare, 4920 Wyaconda Rd in North Bethesda (White Flint) MD has 10,000 sg ft of climate controlled rubberized flooring where your dog can play for $10/dog on Saturdays. This franchise has other locations too; in Tyson's Corner VA, Prince William VA, Frederick MD, & Howard County MD but the annoying website http://dogdaycare.com/ made me unwilling to check out all of them.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
LINKS TO SPECIALIZED ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED ABOVE:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.4dognightflyballclub.org
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?actionfiltered=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Canine Freestyle: http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org/
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Jan '07 Annapolis/Balto/DC Area Dog Events -- G & X, 18:17:44 01/04/07 Thu (cmu-24-35-45-154.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.45.154)
A Happy New Year to all of you! Too bad there's not much (as usual) going on in January, but still a few things, including the glorious World of Pets Expo on Jan 26- 28.
Sat 1/6/07 12N, LEWISBERRY PA: Arctic Air Games http://arcticairgames.com/ hosted by the Appalachian Air Canines indoors at Bella Vista's Training Center.
Sun 1/14 12 noon, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Meet at Barkley Square Dog Bakery http://www.barkleysquarebakery.com/ 1 Wales Alley, Alexandria VA to join the Dobie folks in a walk to honor the memory of one of their beloved volunteers, Laury Estrada http://www.dobe.net/events.htm .
Fri- Sun 1/26- 28, TIMONIUM, MD: Don't miss the fabulous World of Pets Expo http://www.worldofpets.org/ at the MD State Fairgrounds featuring shows, demos, seminars, food and vendors galore. We've gone every year they've had it and always had a ball, plus bought a lot of stuff at good prices. Yes, you can take your dog to enjoy it all with you. Hours: Fri 1/26 2- 7pm, Sat 1/27 10am- 7pm & Sun 1/28 10am- 5pm
Sun 2/4 10am- 2pm, LAUREL, MD: Fidos For Freedom offers CGC/TDI testing and a tattoo clinic for those looking for an alternative to Superbowl madness http://fidosforfreedom.org/ .
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Fri 4- 8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd. I'm skeptical as to whether this is still happening but there's no indication on the website.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party- see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.shtml for details.
New! Every Sat 12n- 5pm Indoor Dog Park: Dogtopia Daycare, 4920 Wyaconda Rd in North Bethesda (White Flint) MD has 10,000 sg ft of climate controlled rubberized flooring where your dog can play for $10/dog on Saturdays. This franchise has other locations too; in Tyson's Corner VA, Prince William VA, Frederick MD, & Howard County MD but the annoying website http://dogdaycare.com/ made me unwilling to check them all out.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
LINKS TO SPECIALIZED ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED ABOVE:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.4dognightflyballclub.org
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?actionfiltered=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Canine Freestyle: http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org/
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However the links don't work so you'll have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Arctic Air Games -- Jeff, 11:30:42 12/15/06 Fri (NoHost/208.67.141.103)
The Arctic Air Games will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2007 in Lewisberry, Pennsylvania (snow date is January 28). It's a disc-dog event held at an insulated indoor facility. NO experience is required! For details and additional information, please check out the web site:
http://www.arcticairgames.com
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- Dec '06 Balto/DC/Annapolis Area Dog Events -- X & G, 15:38:19 12/08/06 Fri (cmu-24-35-45-154.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.45.154)
Despite the frantic holiday season and cold weather, there's actually some fun dog happenings this month. In addition, all kinds of places are offering pet photos with Santa, way too many for me to list. Check your local pet store, shelter, vet, pets-on-wheels etc. One interesting variation on this theme is at the Westfield Annapolis Mall & Dulles Town Center where you can take your dog to the mall for photos, see below for details.
BTW, I have a 9 m/o spayed female brown/bronze Newf pup here looking for a home. Let me know if you're interested in this pretty girl.
Sat 12/9 10am- 2pm, GETTYSBURG, PA: Christmas Tree Festival featuring family fun and arts and crafts along with the cart-pulling (or walk-around friendly) dogs of the Colonial Newfoundland Club http://www.cncnewfs.com/events/2006XmasTreePetNPull.pdf at Seven Springs Tree Farm http://www.sevenspringstrees.com/index.htm. Rain/snow date 12/16/06.
Sun 12/10 11am- 230pm, FREDERICK, MD: Annual Howliday Party hosted by http://www.grreat.org/06howlidayparty.htm featuring food, games, silent auction, gift exchange and photos with Santa.
Sun 12/10 6pm- 9pm ANNAPOLIS MD: Santa Paws pet photos at Annapolis Mall http://www.westfield.com/annapolis/news/index.html ,scroll down. Attention all pet lovers! We are offering Santa Photos for you and your pet on Sunday, December 10 from 6pm- 9pm in center court in front of Macy's. While your pets are welcome in the center for this event, please remember it is our policy that only service animals are allowed on a regular basis. We ask that you enter through the mall entrance under the parking garage.
Sun 12/10, 7- 9pm, DULLES, VA: Another opportunity to take your dog to the mall at Dulles Town Center http://www.shopdullestowncenter.com/ for photos with Santa.
Th 12/14 6- 12m, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Midnight Madness II in downtown Annapolis and Maryland Ave isn't really a dog event but usually gets a good canine turnout. The shops stay open until midnight, there's musical entertainment food & refreshments, and parking is free in the Hillman & Gott's Court garages. You & your pooch can wander around enjoying the scene & pretty decorations. Be sure to stop by Paws Pet Boutique http://www.pawsannapolis.com/index.shtml at 64 State Circle. More info, call 410-266-5555
Sun 12/17, 7- 9pm, DULLES, VA: Another opportunity to take your dog to the mall at Dulles Town Center http://www.shopdullestowncenter.com/ for photos with Santa.
Sat 1/6/07 12N, LEWISBERRY PA: Arctic Air Games http://arcticairgames.com/ hosted by the Appalachian Air Canines indoors at Bella Vista's Training Center.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Fri 4- 8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd. I'm skeptical as to whether this is still happening but there's no indication on the website.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party- see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.shtml for details.
New! Every Sat 12n- 5pm Indoor Dog Park: Dogtopia Daycare, 4920 Wyaconda Rd in North Bethesda (White Flint) MD has 10,000 sg ft of climate controlled rubberized flooring where your dog can play for $10/dog on Saturdays. This franchise has other locations too; in Tyson's Corner VA, Prince William VA, Frederick MD, & Howard County MD but the annoying website http://dogdaycare.com/ made me unwilling to check them all out.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
LINKS TO SPECIALIZED ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED ABOVE:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.4dognightflyballclub.org
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?actionfiltered=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Canine Freestyle: http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org/
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However the links don't work so you'll have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Nov '06 DC/Balto/Annapolis Area Dog Events -- X & G, 20:15:27 10/31/06 Tue (cmu-24-35-45-154.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.45.154)
Dog Events returns after a five month hiatus necessitated by my spine surgery from which I'm recovering slowly but surely.
A NEWF ROMP n' SWIM on Sunday 11/5 at 1pm and the shopping opportunities of the Turkey Cluster of dog shows after Thanksgiving are the highlights of the month, at least for me. Those of you with Newfs, don't forget the Williamsburg, VA Christmas parade & CNC draft test combo on the first weekend in December, details below.
Also, if anyone is interested in the 5 m/o brown Newfie boy who's looking for a home, you can meet him at the Romp.
Sat 11/4/06 11am- 5pm ANNAPOLIS/EASTPORT,MD: The 9th Annual Slaughter Across the Water Tug of War http://themre.org/tug2006/index.htm between Annapolis (Susan Campbell park at the end of the city dock) & Eastport (2nd St by the Charthouse Restaurant) provides a unique reason for a rowdy street fest, mostly on the Eastport side. Food, drinks, music and dogs invited.
Sat 11/4 11am- 4pm RESTON, VA: Home 4 the Holidays super adoption event
http://gooddogz.org/events/h4th06.html includes vendors etc.
Sat 11/4 5- 7pm SPRINGFIELD, VA: Late Halloween Party at Just Fur Pets http://www.justfurpets.com/1473557.html .
Sun 11/5 1pm PASADENA,MD: NEWF ROMP n' SWIM at Downs Park http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/Parks/downs_park/index.cfm .Meet at 1pm at the Dog Beach (NOT the Main Beach) at the northeast corner of beautiful Downs Park , 8311 John Downs Loop, Pasadena, MD 21122. Everything is close by and an easy walk from plentiful parking. The last parking lot on the right is the closest and you'll walk towards the bay, taking a left on the paved trail that runs along it. Just after the trail takes a 90 degree turn to the left are the semi-hidden stairs down to the dog beach where you'll find Newfie paradise. Weather is predicted to be sunny and in the low 50's.
Fri 11/10 7- 11pm SILVER SPRING, MD: Dances With Dogs hosted by the Montgomery County Humane Society http://www.mchumane.org/dance/ gives you an opportunity to attend a dinner dance & auction with your dog for a mere $100. Note that the dinner is all vegetarian. It doesn't mention anything about enough booze being available to make you forget about that.
Fri- Sun, 11/10-12, SALISBURY, MD: Three days of AKC dog shows at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center hosted by the Salisbury Maryland Kennel Club and Mispillion Kennel Club http://infodog.com/panels/md.htm .
Fri - Sun, 11/10- 12, EASTON, MD: A myriad of activities and sights at the Waterfowl Festival http://www.waterfowlfestival.org/ including retriever demos and the Purina Incredible Dog Team Show.. Not strictly a dog-focused event but said to be dog friendly and fun for you and your pet.
Sat 11/11 12N- 4pm FALLSTON, MD: One of my sources claims the Humane Society of Harford Co http://www.harfordshelter.org/calendar.php is having an "All Breed Education and Adoption Fair. . .let's gets some animals Home for the Holidays! Join us for a day with vendors, rescues, groomer, live music, food, and educational info". It's not on the website yet but you can call Melanie Coogan at 410-836-1090 or email her Bead2@harfordshelter.org to make sure.
Sat 11/11 10am, FAIRFAX, VA: Join GRREAT (Golden Retriever Rescue) http://grreat.org/3kwalk_nov06.htm in a 3K walk starting at the rear lot of Webers Pet Supermarket.
Sat & Sun, 11/11 & 12, 10am-5pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: 16th Annual Quiet Waters Park Fine Arts Festival http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/parks/quiet_waters_park/ featuring arts, crafts, music. View the creativity of artists of various media in a mostly outdoor setting, then head for the dog park and dog beach. Food is available and park admission is free these two days.
Th- Sun 11/16- 19 HARRISBURG, PA: The Philadelphia Dog Shows http://infodog.com/panels/pa.htm four days of AKC confirmation, obedience & rally. Confirmation is unbenched on Th & Fri, benched on Sat & Sun. Huge shows, great vendors.
Sat 11/18 11am, BALTIMORE, MD: Baltimore's Thanksgiving Parade http://www.promotionandarts.com/resources/up295.aspx. OK, so it's not really a dog event, but you can bring your dog, watch the parade and amble around downtown and the inner harbor.
Sun 11/19 10am- 3pm ANNAPOLIS, MD: Paws Pet Boutique http://pawsannapolis.com/news_events.shtml is having a paw dip- your pet's pawprint made into an ornament. Call 410-263-8683 to schedule your appointment.
Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon11/24-27, WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD: The Maryland Turkey Cluster http://infodog.com/panels/md.htm four days of AKC dog shows at the Howard Co. Fairgrounds . Many vendors=much shopping. Yes, you can bring your dog, but bring water or a container you can fill up in the restroom.
Sat 12/2 9am WILLIAMSBURG, VA: Colonial Newfoundland Club (CNC)http://www.cncnewfs.com/ will be marching in the Williamsburg Christmas Parade with a theme of "I Saw Three Ships". The headquarters hotel is the Days Inn at 902 Richmond Rd http://www.daysinn.com/DaysInn/control/Booking/property_info?propertyId=06677&brandInfo=DI near where the parade ends. I got a price of $78.30 + tax per night using my AAA discount. This is the Grand Illumination weekend so make your reservations ASAP.
Sat 12/2 12:30 WILLIAMSBURG, VA: CNC's lunch/annual meeting at Sal's http://www.williamsburgtravel.com/salsbyvictor.htm . Reservations due by Nov 30 http://cncnewfs.com .
Sun 12/3 WILLIAMSBURG, VA: CNC Draft Test http://www.cncnewfs.com/ at Chickahominy Riverfront Park http://www.james-city.va.us/recreation/parks-trails/chickahominy-park.html .
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Fri 4- 8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd. I'm skeptical as to whether this is still happening but there's no indication on the website.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party- see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.shtml for details.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
LINKS TO SPECIALIZED ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED ABOVE:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.4dognightflyballclub.org
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?actionfiltered=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Canine Freestyle: http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org/
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However the links don't work so you'll have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- May '06 Dog Events Annapolis/DC/Baltimore Area -- G & X, 15:21:57 05/05/06 Fri (cmu-24-35-45-154.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.45.154)
May is blossoming with lots of fun dog events including a Newf Romp n' Swim on Sat 5/20 at 1pm.
Sat 5/6 10am- 4pm, RESTON, VA: The Pet Fiesta http://petfiesta.org/ and http://gooddogz.org/events/petfiesta06.html will be rocking the Reston Town Center. Jam-packed with FUN activities,a 4K walk, fashion show, costumes, contests, exhibitions, displays, and vendors, this one promises to be a blast.
Sat 5/6 10am- 3pm, GREENBELT, MD: Pet Expo at Greenbelt Community Center, 15 Crescent RD Greenbelt MD. Rescue groups, pet-related service providers, demonstrations-agility, flyball, dancing w/your dog. Dogs, cats, parrots, reptiles, rabbits, ferrets, etc. A ton of stuff going on and food is available. http://www.greenbeltmd.gov/index.htm .
Sat 5/6 11am- 4pm (maybe), PURCELLVILLE, VA: Dog Day at Breaux Vineyards http://www.breauxvineyards.com/ . Dogs get to parade around the winery green and win prizes; presumably their people can slurp wine.
Sat 5/6 730pm- 11pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Black Tie and Tails, a gala evening sponsored by the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria http://alexandriaanimals.org/~awla/special_events.cfm features all sorts of glitzy joy for a mere $125. If you're interested in this, better get your tickets now.
Sun 5/7 10am WHEATON, MD: Paws in the Park, Montgomery Co Humane Society http://mchumane.org/PawsinParkLRONLY.pdf A 5K walk & lots of other stuff at Wheaton Regional Old Ice Arena.
Sun 5/7 12noon Annapolis, MD: Pirate Pet Parade http://www.watermarkcruises.com/special_events.shtml Dress up your dog and promenade around Annapolis City Dock to discover the best Pirate west of the Chesapeake Bay. Prizes will be awarded. Proceeds will be donated to Tails of Hope. Judging and prizes by Paws Pet Boutique. Each registrant will receive a free t-shirt. Be aware that parking might be even more of a hassle than usual since the Volvo Boat Race flotilla is also in town that weekend.
Th 5/11 6- 9pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Barkley Square Gourmet Dog Bakery & Boutique http://barkleysquarebakery.radius3.com/index.php?pr=Event_Calendar# is having a Second Thursday affair, Dine With Your Dog, featuring a lasagna dinner.
Sat 5/13 830am- 1pm, ARLINGTON, VA: The 11th Annual Walk for the Animals at Bluemont Park for the Animal Welfare League of Arlington http://www.awla.org/walk2006.shtml . Pre and post walk events are promised but they must be keeping them a secret (as usual) since they don't say what they are.
Sat 5/13 12 noon, ANNAPOLIS/EASTPORT, MD: The irreverent Maritime Republic of Eastport hosts the annual grueling .05k Bridge Run (yes, you read it right) and Dog Day Afternoon http://themre.org/dogrun2006.html. Silly contests, demos etc. You can find street parking within a couple of blocks and enjoy the Eastport/Annapolis ambience. Get there early (race reg starts at 1030) and mingle with the excited crowd of people & dogs.
Sat 5/13 12noon, MIDDLETOWN, MD: Join the rollicking frisbee fun of the Appalachian Air Canines at For Pete's Sake http://aircanines.com/calendar_event.php?eid=20060303153402889 .
Sat 5/13 1pm, CENTREVILLE, MD: Skyhoundz disc dog competition http://skyhoundz.com/localschedule.htm (scroll down to MD) at Rt 18 Park, 1901 4-H Park Rd. Registration starts at noon.
Sat & Sun 5/13 & 14, SOMEWHERE: Colonial Newfoundland Club's Working Dog Workshop Weekend http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.shtml . No further details are available at this time but if you're interested, maybe the Working Dog Chair Lisa newfmom@iwon.com has more info.
Sun 5/14 10am LUTHERVILLE, MD: Skyhoundz disc dog competition http://skyhoundz.com/localschedule.htm (scroll down to MD) at Orchard Hills Park, Lincoln Ave at Bellona Ave & Othoridge Rds.
Sat 5/20 7am (yikes!) SOLOMON'S ISLAND, MD: The Humane Society of Calvert County http://www.calvertcountyhumanesociety.org/PetDay5Kindex.htm is having a Pet Day 5K.
Sat 5/20, MANASSAS, VA: Mattaponi Kennel Club's AKC all breed dog show http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2006093403.HTM
Sat 5/20 10am- 2pm ST MARY'S CO., MD: Greenwell State Park is the site for the Animal Relief Fund's Walk and other activities http://www.animalrelieffund.org/info/events
Sat 5/20 1pm PASADENA, MD: NEWF ROMP n' SWIM! Celebrate spring by turning your dog loose on the golden sands of the Dog Beach at Downs Park http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/Parks/downs_park/index.cfm to frolic and swim with other Newfs. The dog beach is in the upper right (northeast) corner of the park; use the last parking lot on the right. Get there early and stake your claim to one of the picnic tables and grills located in a grove of trees by the steps to the beach and have yourself a cook out beforehand. Note: Gomez won't be there (and possibly neither will I) since he had a TPLO on May 2nd, 6 weeks of leashed potty walks only for the poor boy.
Sat 5/20 CHESTER, MD: The Animal Resource Foundation http://www.arfusa.org/ is celebrating their 1 year anniversity. However this is yet another laggardly website with no details available. Maybe they're celebrating it off-site at the HoCo Pet Expo on May 21.
Sun 5/21 11am- 3pm, HIGHLAND, MD: Howard Co. Pet Expo includes demos, vendors, rescue groups, food, micro-chipping, and more. Held at Schooley Mill Park http://www.arfusa.org/HCexpo2006.html.
Sun 5/21 105pm, BOWIE, MD: Take your dog to the baseball game! The Bowie Baysox are having a Bark in the Park http://baysox.com/schedule/?month=05&year=2006 (scroll down to date, then click on it) sponsored by Crunchies. Opponent team is the Trenton Thunder.
Sun 5/21 5- 8pm TYSON'S CORNER, VA: GoodDogz 2nd Annual Gala "A Night in Tuscany" http://www.gooddogz.org/events/ . Dress is Tuscan Romantic, whatever that's supposed to mean, peasant garb with lace?
Sun 5/21 & Mon 5/22, WESTMINSTER, MD: Carroll Kennel Club's AKC all breed dog show at the Carroll County Agricultural Center http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2006014901.HTM
Fri-Mon 5/26-29, WILLIAMSBURG, VA: Four days worth of AKC all breed dog shows, all at the same site, some have obedience & rally, too. http://www.infodog.com/panels/va.htm, then go to date.
Sat 5/27 9am, WILLIAMSPORT, MD: Basset Rescue of Old Dominion (BROOD) hosts the Bassett Ramble "Hollywood Hounds" http://www.brood-va.org/ramble/ramble2006.htm. All dogs are invited to the many fun events (and picnic the night before) including socializing in five fenced-in acres. In case of rain, it's held indoors at the Washington Co. Agricultural Center.
Sun 5/28 2- 3pm, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Dog Day Afternoon at Lake Accotink http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm. Treat your canine companion to a special cruise aboard Lake Accotink Park's mighty pontoon boat. The cruise will enchant your dog with glimpses of ducks, geese and other lake dwellers.
Fri 6/2 7-11pm HUNT VALLEY, MD: The Humane Society of Baltimore County offers you and your dog a chance to get dressed in formal splendor together and dance the night away at the Black Tie & Tails Gala http://hsbcanimals.org/blacktie_info.htm held at The Grand Lodge. Dinner, hors d'ouevres, silent auctions and more, all for a mere $125.
Sat 6/3 JAMAICA, VA: Skyhoundz Discdogathon/Aussie Fest Cookout http://www.mad-dogs.us/calendar_event.php?eid=20060203210941545 . Bring your canine highflyer and disc snatcher to enjoy the festivities.
Sat 6/3 11am, YORK, PA: Skyhoundz disc dog competition http://aircanines.com/calendar_event.php?eid=20060203020257670
Sat 6/3 1- 3pm ELLICOTT CITY, MD: Family Day including pets at Clark's Elioak Farm http://www.clarklandfarm.com/CEF%20Spring%202006%20Schedule%20of%20Events.htm (scroll down to date).
Sat 6/3 SOMEWHERE in FREDERICK CO, VA: Sherando Park, wherever that is, is the site for Frederick County Esther L. Boyd Animal Shelter's Canine Carnival. Extremely sketchy details are buried after Rabies Clinic info at http://www.petfinder.org/shelters/VA185.html .
Sat & Sun 6/3- 6/4, UPPER MARLBORO, MD: Cherry Blossom Classic Dog Show for ARBA (American Rare Breed Association) http://arba.org (click on show information for date) held at the Show Place Arena. Note: as of this writing, the web site for show info is acting weird and won't load right. This show features those rare breeds you don't often see around town and is a Specialty (meaning you should see more of them) for some, including Mini Australian Shepherds, American King Shepherds & Cane Corsos.
Sun 6/4 8am- 11am, WASHINGTON, DC: Mutts Strut at the American University Campus for Washington Animal Rescue League http://www.warl.org/events/muttsstrut.php
Sun 6/4 11am- 2pm, BOWIE, MD: Paws in the Park http://www.paw-rescue.org/ and http://www.paw-rescue.org/GRAPHICS/pawspark20061.jpg walk, contests, bake sale, demos and more.
Sun 6/4 11am- 3pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: GRREAT Bark-B-Que- Golden Retrievers picnic at Quiet Waters Park http://grreat.org/barkbque.htm .
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $3.95, buy one burger get one free) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Fri 4- 8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party- see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.shtml for details.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
LINKS TO SPECIALIZED ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED ABOVE:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.4dognightflyballclub.org
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Canine Freestyle: http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org/
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However the links don't work so you'll have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- April '06 Baltimore/Annapolis/DC Area Dog Events -- X & G, 12:24:27 04/07/06 Fri (cmu-24-35-45-154.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.45.154)
The doggie social calendar starts to gear up with the advent of better weather, including a Newf Romp n' Swim at the Dog Beach of Downs Park in Pasadena, MD at 1pm on Sun 4/16, Colonial Newfoundland Club's Spring Fun Day on Sun 4/23 and the Anne Arundel SPCA's huge Walk for the Animals on Sun 4/30.
Tues, 4/4 5- 8pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://www.doggiehappyhour.com/ resumes at the Holiday Inn Select in Old Town http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/1/en/hd/axeot every Tues & Th from 5- 8pm through October (more details in Recurring Events below). Enjoy the pup treats, people treats and special prices along with the incredible ambiance of a courtyard filled with excited dogs.
Fri- Sat 4/7-8 FREDERICKSBURG, VA: Two days of AKC all breed and obedience at the Fredericksburg Agricultural Fairgrounds http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2006103901.HTM
Sat 4/8 12N- 4pm, FALLSTON, MD: Picnic with your pets at the Humane Society of Harford Co http://www.harfordshelter.org/calendar/calendar.html and come help us celebrate all things pet! Meet pets from other rescues, see demonstrations, purchase unique items, eat, drink, have fun and learn about the various characteristics of different types of pets.
Sun 4/9 PRINCE FREDERICK, MD: Dog show, all breed and obedience at the Calvert Co Fairgrounds by Chesapeake Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2006241101.HTM .
Sun 4/9 VIENNA, VA: Want to play frisbee with your dog but aren't sure how to start? Join the raucous and helpful members of Appalachian Air Canines at their Vienna Play Day http://aircanines.com/calendar_event.php?eid=20060402180022908 .
Sun 4/9 105pm, BOWIE, MD: Take your dog to the baseball game! The Bowie Baysox are having a Bark in the Park http://www.baysox.com/schedule/?month=04/ and https://www.ticketreturn.com/prod2/Buy.asp?EventID=8759 .
Sun 4/9 2pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Tails of Olde Towne is having their second Easter Doggie Bonnet and Top Hat Parade http://tailsofoldetowne.com/easterparade.pdf .
Sun 4/9 7- 9pm, DULLES, VA: Pet Night with Bunny- have your pet's photo taken with the Easter Bunny at the Dulles Town Center http://www.shopdullestowncenter.com/events.html .
Sat 4/15 11am- 4pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Celebrate Easter at Barkley Square http://barkleysquarebakery.com/ with a fun filled day of Easter festivities! The day will include a Light Fare Brunch, Doggie Play Area for the Larger Dogs, Easter Bonnet Contest and an Easter Egg Hunt for all dogs!
Sat 4/15 4- 6pm, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Bring your furry family members to partake in this traditional celebration of Spring. Dress them in their finest bonnets and hunt for treats in the bone yard. Top off the fun by visiting with the bunny. $6 per pet includes bonnet contest, bone hunt and a souvenir digital photo of your pet's visit with the Bunny at Lake Accotink Park http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm
Sun 4/16 1pm, PASADENA, MD: NEWF ROMP n' SWIM! Turn your hairy, slobbering beast loose on the Dog Beach of Downs Park http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/Parks/downs_park/index.cfm to burn off some of that pent up energy and to play and socialize with other Newfs. The dog beach is located in the northeast (upper right on map) corner of the park.
Sat 4/22- Mon 4/24 TIMONIUM, MD: Three days of AKC all breed and obedience dog shows at the MD State Fairgrounds http://www.infodog.com/panels/md.htm scroll down to dates.
Sat 4/22 10am- 4pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Dogs can come to the Earth Day celebration at Quiet Waters Park http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/calendar.cfm?DISPLAYMODE=DisplayEvent&DETAILEVENT=197102. Lots of activities going on and free park admission. If you haven't already been there, take the opportunity to check out the fenced, off-leash Dog Park and nearby Dog Beach.
Sat 4/22 12N- 3pm, GAITHERSBURG, MD: The city of Gaithersburg puts on their Bark in the Park http://www.gaithersburgmd.gov/poi/default.asp?POI_ID=577&TOC=107;84;99;577 at Bohrer Park, Summit Hill Farm featuring a bone hunt, costume parade, dog trick trainer, obstacle course, photo booth, rabies clinic and demos, all for $10.
Sat 4/22 12N- 4pm LOTHIAN, MD: First Annual Pet Wellness Expo hosted by The Perfect Pet Resort http://www.perfectpetresort.com/ will give pet owners the opportunity to learn about healing touch massage therapy, animal acupuncture, veterinary medicine & wellness, physical therapy-rehabilitation & conditioning, pet nutrition & dietary health, chiropractic services, skin & coat health & care, and MORE!
Sat 4/22 12N- 4pm, CHANTILLY VA: Spring Beaglefest- Bring your Beagles (and well-socialized Beagle wanna-bes) to our semi-annual BeagleFest. All dogs are allowed to run free in a secure fenced area. Dogs have a GREAT time meeting new friends (human and K9) and playing with each other.
http://www.brewbeagles.org/upcoming-events-ma.php .
Sun 4/23 10am- 3pm, YORK, PA: Animal Rescue Inc.'s Dog Day in the Park at John Rudy Park 400 Mundis Race Road York, PA 17402 http://www.animalrescueinc.org/ .
Sun 4/23 10am- 3pm, WILMINGTON, DE: 5th Annual Delaware Dog Fest at Banning Park http://www.padanerescue.com/dogwalk/rescue_dogwalk.htm .
Sun 4/23 11am- 4pm, MT AIRY, MD: Colonial Newfoundland Club's SPRING FUN DAY http://www.cncnewfs.com/events/SpringFunDay2006.htm held at Belquest Kennels promises a world of fun with swimming,a play yard, agility course, CGC/TDI testing and more!
Sun 4/30 8am- 12N, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Walk For The Animals hosted by the Anne Arundel Co. SPCA http://www.aacspca.org/ . This is another BIG one, dogs as far as the eye can see. Booths, vendors, freebies etc. As usual, you don't actually have to register and walk; you can just wander around and enjoy the festivities. The bonus is the Dog Beach and fully fenced Dog Park also located at the Quiet Waters Park site.
Sun 4/30 2- 3pm, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Dog Day Afternoon at Lake Accotink http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm .Treat your canine companion to a special cruise aboard Lake Accotink Park's mighty pontoon boat. The cruise will enchant your dog with glimpses of ducks, geese and other lake dwellers.
Sat 5/6 10am- 4pm, RESTON, VA: The Pet Fiesta http://petfiesta.org/ and http://gooddogz.org/events/petfiesta06.html will be rocking the Reston Town Center. Jam-packed with FUN activities,a 4K walk, fashion show, costumes, contests, exhibitions, displays, and vendors, this one promises to be a blast.
Sat 5/6 10am- 3pm, GREENBELT, MD: Pet Expo at Greenbelt Community Center, 15 Crescent RD Greenbelt MD. Rescue groups, pet-related service providers, demonstrations-agility, flyball, dancing w/your dog. Dogs, cats, parrots, reptiles, rabbits, ferrets, etc. A ton of stuff going on and food is available. http://www.greenbeltmd.gov/index.htm .
Sat 5/6 730pm- 11pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Black Tie and Tails, a gala evening sponsored by the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria http://alexandriaanimals.org/~awla/special_events.cfm features all sorts of glitzy joy for a mere $125. If you're interested in this, better get your tickets now.
Sun 5/7 10am WHEATON, MD: Paws in the Park, Montgomery Co Humane Society http://mchumane.org/PawsinParkLRONLY.pdf A 5K walk & lots of other stuff at Wheaton Regional Old Ice Arena.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $3.95, buy one burger get one free) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Fri 4- 8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party- see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.shtml for details.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
LINKS TO SPECIALIZED ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED ABOVE:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.4dognightflyballclub.org
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Canine Freestyle: http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org/
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However the links don't work so you'll have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- March '06 DC/Balto/Annapolis Area Dog Events -- G & X, 11:40:49 03/03/06 Fri (cmu-24-35-45-154.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.45.154)
Sniff? Could that be Spring I smell? Or does Gomez have gas again...Whatever it is, there's reason to believe the cold may eventually leave so we can have fun outside with our dogs without freezing our keesters off.
A lot of interesting things are happening in March including the Newfoundland Club of America's ***NATIONAL SPECIALTY*** see 3/27- 4/1 below for details and the Unofficial Newfie Folk Pancake Social and Carting Practice on Sun 3/5.
Sat 3/4 9am-3pm, MANASSAS, VA: The Nokesville Horse Society http://nhsinc.tripod.com/2006CabinFeverTackSwap/TackSwapWebpage.html is having a tack swap at Southern States (703-368-2165) which also includes a rabies & microchip clinic. In prior years they've had a fun dog contest at noon although I don't see any mention of it for this year. You get a discount on anything you buy at the store.
Sat 3/4 10:30am -2:30pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Fun Dog Show followed by the St Patricks Day Parade hosted by the Ballyshaners http://www.ballyshaners.org/ and the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria http://alexandriaanimals.org/~awla/special_events.cfm . Enter (or watch) one of the many fun and silly contests (described on the AWLA page), then join the parade in dog-friendly Old Town.
Sun 3/5 1030am, WESTMINSTER, MD: Unofficial Newfie Folk Pancake Social and Carting Practice at Hashawha/Bear Branch Nature Center, 300 John Owings Rd, Westminster MD 21158 http://ccgovernment.carr.org/ccg/hashawha/default.asp. This Sunday, March 5th, Camp Hashawha will hold it's 20th Annual Maple Sugarin' Festival. The plan is meet at the Hashawha Residental Camp at 10:30 for breakfast ($3) and tentatively move over to the parking lot at the Bear Branch nature center at noon to start our trail expedition. Never fear if your Newf is not carting at this time it's a great opportunity to get some starter tips, ask questions or just watch. You also provide a service to those of us who are preparing for the upcoming Draft test by providing distractions.
Sat & Sun 3/11 & 12 8am- 4pm, HARRISBURG, PA: Pawsabilities http://www.keystonehumanservices.org/ssd/pa/pa.php which benefits Susquehanna Service Dogs is a carnival for canines featuring a plethora of fun & educational events for both you and your dog. This sounds like quite a bash with Dock Dogs, vendors, fun contests and much, much more.
Sun 3/12 12n - 6pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Collar Swap at Paws Pet Boutique http://pawsannapolis.com/news_events.shtml . Bring in an old collar and get 20% off a new one to benefit the Anne Arundel SPCA.
Sun 3/12 12n- 3pm, WASHINGTON, DC: The enormous DC St Patrick's Day http://dcstpatsparade.com/ parade celebrates its 35th year. You and your dog can enjoy the festivities and watch the parade march down Constitution Ave from 7th to 17th.
Sun 3/12 2pm, BALTIMORE, MD: Another St Pat's Day parade to go to with your dog, the Baltimore St Patrick's day starts at the Washington Monument (N. Charles & W. Centre St) and includes a 5k run starting at 115pm somewhere in the vicinity. You'll need the luck o' the Irish to navigate the difficult website http://www.stpatrickdayparade.com/parade.html for details.
Sat 3/18 1030am- 2pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: First Toss of Spring hosted by MAD DOGS http://www.mad-dogs.us/calendar_event.php?eid=20060203205707672 at Collison Field of Truxton Park. Join the frisbee dog frenzy or come and watch.
Sat 3/18 2- 6pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Murphy's GRREAT Golden Happy Tails Day at Paws Pet Boutique http://pawsannapolis.com/news_events.shtml . Raffles, refreshments and Golden Retreivers http://www.grreat.org/ .
Mon 3/20 5-630pm (?), ANNAPOLIS, MD: Burning of the Socks ceremony marking the official change of season for the sailing crowd. Participants are asked to bring their best hat, best dog and worst winter socks, the latter to be sacrificed to the flames. Takes place at Capt Sadler Park located on the Barge House Grounds at 723 2nd St in Eastport. The time hasn't been settled as of this writing but it was 5- 630pm last year. Keep checking http://www.themre.org/calendar.html and/or
http://annapolismaritimemuseum.com/index.htm as the time draws near.
Sat 3/22 1030am ANNAPOLIS, MD: The 6th Annual .05K Bridge Run will have you gasping in awe at this extreme sports event of The Maritime Republic of Eastport http://www.themre.org/r_run031903.html . The race starts at the crack o' noon with various festivities before and after. Dogs, of course, are welcome even though there won't be a Dog Day Afternoon this year.
Sat 3/25 11am- 4pm RESTON, VA: Healthy Hound Dog Walk and Pet Health Fair at Lake Anne Plaza http://gooddogz.org/events/healthdogwalk.htm .
Sun 3/26 12N- 5pm, WESTMINSTER, MD: March Mayhem by the Appalachian Air Canines http://aircanines.com/calendar_event.php?eid=20060203193646147 will have disc dogs performing amazing feats.
***Mon- Sat 3/27- 4/1 FLINTSTONE, MD: SPECIAL EVENT!!! The Newfoundland Club of America's National Specialty, hosted by the Colonial Newfoundland Club http://www.cncnewfs.com/NationalSpecialty/Home.shtml is being held in Flintstone, MD at the Rocky Gap Resort http://www.rockygapresort.com/ , roughly 130 miles west of Baltimore (use 12500 Pleasant Valley Rd 21530 as the address if you use an online mapping program). This is your chance to see more Newfoundlands in one place than ever before and get all kinds of cool Newfie stuff. Even if you can get up there for only a day, it's well worth it to be immersed in all things Newf. Gomez and I will be there for the whole time as well as HUNDREDS of Newfs from all over. This fabulous event won't be so close to us for years; don't miss it!
Wed 3/29 530pm - 8pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggy Yappy Hour at Barkley Square http://barkleysquarebakery.com . Light food, drinks, music and a play area for dogs will be available.
Fri- Sun, 3/31- 4/2, CHANTILLY, VA: Super Pet Expo http://www.superpetexpo.com/shows/chantilly/ at the Dulles Expo Center has a plethora of activities, entertainment and products for you, your family and your dog who is also invited to attend.
Fri 3/31- Sun 4/2 8am- 6pm WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD: March Madness Cluster at the Howard Co. Fairgrounds, 3 days of Obedience and Rally trials. Being as how the Rally portion is limited to a meager 720 dogs (Obedience is unlimited) this could be a pretty big affair http://www.nemkc.org/ (scroll down).
Sun 4/2 11am-2pm, BALTIMORE, MD: March for the Animals held by the MD SPCA http://www.mdspca.org/walkathon/walk_a_thon.htm (scroll down for directions & activities) at a new location, Druid Hill Park. This one is HUGE! You don't have to walk the pleasant 1.5 mi route, just come and enjoy the games, vendors, entertainment, food, demos, micro-chipping and especially the sights, including a frisbee demo by Mid Atlantic Disc Dogs. And yes, there's ample free parking.
Sun & Mon, 4/2- 4/3 8am-4pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: The Potomac Valley Irish Wolfhound Club http://www.pviwc.org/Specialty.html has their regional specialty at Quiet Waters Park.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Second Thursday of each month 6- 9pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Barkley Square Bakery has a special event http://barkleysquarebakery.radius3.com/index.php
Every Fri 4- 8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd. I don't know if this is still going on or has stopped for the season; per the website, it's still happening.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party- see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.shtml for details.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
LINKS TO SPECIALIZED ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED ABOVE:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.4dognightflyballclub.org
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Canine Freestyle: http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org/
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However the links don't work so you'll have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Feb '06 Dog Events- Annapolis/DC/Baltimore Area -- X & G, 20:59:10 02/03/06 Fri (cmu-24-35-75-171.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.75.171)
Most dogs love the snow, so for their sake, let's hope we get some. For those of us without natural fur coats, let's hope we don't, it'll just mess up the few February events.
If anyone has used both DSL and cable internet connections, please let me know how they compare. My cable has been giving me fits and I'm thinking of switching.
Sun 2/5 10am- 2pm, LAUREL, MD: Fidos For Freedom offers CGC/TDI testing and a tattoo clinic for those looking for an alternative to Superbowl madness http://www.fidosforfreedom.org/events/current-events/2006Tattoo/tattoo.php .
Fri 2/10 5- 8pm ANNAPOLIS, MD: A benefit for the Animal Resource Foundation at Paws Pet Boutique http://pawspetboutique.com/news_events.shtml will have a photographer taking photos of you and the "love-of-your-life" pet for $15 which includes a five minute photo session, a disc of the photos and a printed photo. Refreshments will be served and of course you get to browse the unique selection at the store.
Tu 2/14 6- 9pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Barkley Square http://barkleysquarebakery.com/ is hosting a Valentine Mixer. Bring your special four-legged friend to celebrate this special holiday. They say "We will have champagne, strawberries and special dog treats! Tickets are $5.00 if you prepay at Barkley Square or order on-line. You can also purchase tickets for $7.00 at the event. We have a special offer of $9.00 for your ticket as well as a Gold Box of Truffles. Come join us on Valentine's Day!!"
Sat 2/18 & Sun 2/19, BALTIMORE, MD: Annapolis Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2005082301.HTM and Maryland KC host an indoor all-breed AKC dog show at the Fifth Regiment Armory. Admission is $5, doors open at 830am, judging is said to start at 1030am. Directions & map are on the link. They discourage unentered dogs from attending. This will be the last year this show is held inside at the Armory- they're going to switch to the Howard County Fairgrounds in Oct in the future.
Mon 2/20, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Really got cabin fever? Then go to the George Washington celebration http://www.washingtonbirthday.net/html/gwparade.html in dog friendly Old Town Alexandria, including a parade at 1pm.
Sat 2/25 NEWARK, DE: Wilmington Kennel Club http://www.wilmingtonkennelclub.org/ is sponsoring a health clinic with bargain priced CERF (eyes), thyroid panels done at Michigan State University (this is THE place to have them done), blood chemistries, tattoos, microchips and more.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Second Thursday of each month 6- 9pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Barkley Square Bakery has a special event http://barkleysquarebakery.radius3.com/index.php
Every Fri 4- 8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd. I don't know if this is still going on or has stopped for the season; per the website, it's still happening.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party- see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.shtml for details.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
LINKS TO SPECIALIZED ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED ABOVE:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Canine Freestyle: http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org/
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Correction to Annapolis Barking Bash -- X & G, 09:44:06 10/22/05 Sat (cmu-24-35-40-177.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.177)
Whoops- on 10/29/05, it's the FOURTH Annual Barking Bash.
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- Sept '03 Balto/DC/Annapolis Area Dog Events -- G & X, 12:18:49 08/29/03 Fri (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
September approaches and with it, hopefully, some nice cool dry weather. Those of you with Newfs, plan on attending Fall Fun Day Sat 10/11 at Downs Park in Pasadena, MD. If anyone would like to volunteer to bring something (like a pack of hotdogs & rolls or a bag of ice) or do something (how can you resist the chance to clean- up?), please let me know. Any suggestions for something you'd like to see or do are also appreciated. More info at http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#OCTOBER .
Sat 8/30 9am-12noon, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Try not to miss the 12th Annual Canine Games extravaganza put on by the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria http://alexandriaanimals.org/~awla/special_events.cfm (scroll down-the canine games click-on link is for last year) at Chinquapin Park, 3210 King St. This is quite an event with a lot of fun contests (bring your costume), loads of freebies (bring a tote bag) and much to look at (bring your camera).
Sat 9/6 12N- 5pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Get your 80lb + dog brushed, washed, rinsed & towel dried (bring your own towel) for $10 by the volunteers at the Anne Arundel Co SPCA http://www.aacspca.org/calendar/. Only $5 for dogs under 80 lbs. This is the first year they're doing this and if a bunch of Newfs show up, they may never do it again.
Sat 9/6 1- 4pm, NORTH BETHESDA, MD: Is there a Doggie Dip at the Montgomery Aquatic Center? The Montgomery Co Humane Society makes a passing reference to it at http://www.mchumane.org/calendarofevents.htm but I can't find any other web info. If you're interested, try calling the Center at 301-468-4211. There's nothing on their website http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgtmpl.asp?url=/content/REC/recipix/aquatic.asp
Sat 9/6 CLARKSBURG, MD: Hike Little Bennett Regional Park with the K9 Trailblazers http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm .
Sat 9/6 1pm- 7pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Italian Festival http://ci.alexandria.va.us/recreation/culture/culture.html at Market Square welcomes well-behaved, leashed pets and features music, dancing, vendors food and plenty of activity.
Sun 9/7 ANNANDALE, VA: Hound Hike with the Northern Va Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date) from Wakefield Park and around Lake Accotink.
Sun 9/7 1- 3pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Not content with resting after the Dog Wash the prior day, AACo SPCA is having their 83rd birthday celebration, including cake, ice cream and dog games http://www.aacspca.org/calendar/ , also at the shelter.
Fri- Sun 9/12-14, HERSHEY, PA: Disco Doggie Dance Meet hosted by the World Canine Freestyle Organization http://worldcaninefreestyle.org/Events/disco2003.htm
Sat 9/13 9am- 130pm, ASHBURN VILLAGE, VA: 2nd annual 4K-9 Doggie Walk & Swim http://www.loudoundeals.com/hoa/ashburnvillage/july2003/pavilionnews.php (scroll WAY down). Stroll around the lake and take a dip in the pool.
Sat 9/13 11am- 3pm, MILLERSVILLE, MD: Parade of Paws to benefit the Mid Atlantic Great Dane Rescue League http://www.mid-atlanticdanerescue.com/parade03.html. Dog Walk around Kinder Farm Park, CGC testing, vendors, contests, fun & games.
Sat 9/13 3-6pm, HERNDON, VA: Herndon Dogs http://www.herndondogs.org/ is having their 1st Annual Membership Appreciation Potluck Pooch Pool Party at the Courts of Chandon. Dogs get to swim in the pool while people get to eat.
Sat 9/20 10am- 5pm, COCKEYSVILLE, MD: The Oriole Dog Training Club is celebrating the 1st annual AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day http://www.orioledogclub.org/RDOD.htm at Oregon Ridge Park with lots of demos, info, CGC testing and more.
Sat 9/20 12N - 6pm, LOTHIAN, MD: The Presidential Pet Museum http://www.presidentialpetmuseum.com/News.htm is holding some sort of dog show at the Perfect Pet Resort http://www.perfectpetresort.com/ . Nothing on the websites yet but maybe there will be later.
Sat 9/20 7pm- 11pm, TOWSON, MD: You and your dog can get all dressed up and dance the night away in formal splendor at the Black Tie & Tails gala http://www.hsbcanimals.org/09-20-03_blacktiesandtails.asp hosted by the Humane Society of Baltimore Co. at the Sheraton North Hotel. A mere $100 gets you cocktails, hors d'oeuvers, dinner & the Mood Swings orchestra.
Sun 9/21 1130am, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Watch the BIG dogs get off the porch at the Potomac Valley Irish Wolfhound Club's Fun Match http://www.pviwc.org/FunMatch.html .
Sun 9/21 1- 4pm, FREDERICK, MD: Strut Your Mutt around Frederick's Baker Park then enjoy the games, demos, food, pooch pedicures, microchip clinic and plenty of prizes. Benefits the Animal Welfare League of Frederick Co. http://awlfc.org/ and http://awlfc.org/sym/SYM.pdf for the brochure.
Fri & Sat 9/26 & 27, RECTORTOWN, VA: Warrenton Kennel Club All Breed & Obedience Dog Show http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2003000401.HTM
Sat 9/27 10am ROCKVILLE, MD: National Capital Air Canines http://discdog.com/ State Challenge at Lake Needwood. Watch talented dogs fly through the air to catch frisbees or you and your dog can try it yourselves. Directions http://discdog.com/events/sfling/index.html .
Sat & Sun 9/27-28, HANOVER, PA: Colonial Newfoundland Club's Water Rescue Tests at Lake Codorus http://www.cncnewfs.com/Microsoft%20Word%20-%202003PremiumList.pdf
Sun 9/28 LEESBURG, VA: Old Dominion KC All Breed & Obedience Dog Show http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2003003203.HTM
Sun 9/28 COCKEYSVILLE, MD: Oregon Ridge Park is the location for Dog's Day in the Park http://animalrescueinc.org/. Not much available yet at the website, but it's been a fairly big deal in the past.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $1.95, shrimp $4.95) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Interested in Agility? Go to http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Sept '05 Dog Events -- X & G, 20:48:21 09/04/05 Sun (cmu-24-35-40-113.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.113)
September approaches and with it, hopefully, some nice cool dry weather. Those of you with Newfs, plan on attending FALL FUN DAY Sat 9/24 at Downs Park in Pasadena, MD. If anyone would like to volunteer to bring something (like a pack of hotdogs & rolls,12 pack of soda or especially a big cooler of ice) or do something (how can you resist the chance to clean- up?), please let me know. More info below.
If you'd like to help the animal victims of Hurricane Katrina, financial donations are being accepted to fund the animals' care through the Dr. Walter J. Ernst, Jr. Veterinary Memorial Foundation at the Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association at 1-800-524-2996.
Make checks payable to the LVMA Dr. Walter J. Ernst Veterinary Memorial Foundation (write Disaster Relief Fund on the memo line) and send to the LVMA, 8550 United Plaza Blvd., Suite 1001, Baton Rouge, LA 70809. They will be able to use these funds quickly. Alternatively you can donate online at http://www.la-spca.org/forms/donations.htm or http://www.noahswish.org/ .
Tu 9/6 4-7pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Second Annual Doggie Day Swim 4-7 p.m. at the Old Town Pool, 1609 Cameron St. $3 for resident dogs and $5 for nonresident dogs. Dog handlers must be at least 16 years old and all dogs should wear current vaccination tags or owners must provide proof of current vaccinations. Call 703-519-2160 http://ci.alexandria.va.us/recreation/calendar/month.php?LocationID=29 .
Wed 9/7 5- 8pm, OWINGS MILLS, MD: Dog Paddle in the pool to help out the Humane Society of Baltimore County http://www.hsbcanimals.org/NewsLetter%20and%20DogPaddle/DogPaddle.htm .
Fri -Sun 9/9- 9/11, BOWMANSVILLE, PA: NewPenDel Newf Club's Camping Weekend http://www.newpendelnewfclub.com/05CampingWeekend.htm in the Lancaster area.
Sat 9/10 10am, SHARPSBURG, MD: All dogs can frolic with the Bassets at Brood's Fall Fun Show http://www.brooddata.org/events.htm at the Washington Co Agricultural Center. Tons of fun and CGC testing.
Sat 9/10 12N -4pm, ROCKVILLE, MD: Doggie Dip for $5 at the Rockville Swim Center, 355 Martins Lane, dogs must wear license tags http://www.mchumane.org/calendarofevents.htm
Sat 9/10 HERNDON, VA: Herndon Dogs http://www.herndondogs.org/ is having their 2nd Annual Membership Appreciation Potluck Pooch Pool Party at the Courts of Chandon. Dogs get to swim in the pool while people get to eat but you have to be a Herndon Dogs member to attend.
Sun 9/11 11am- 4pm ANNAPOLIS, MD: The Anne Arundel Co. SPCA is having their 3rd annual dog wash which includes a brush, wash, rinse and towel dry. Last year the cost was $10 for dogs under 20lbs, $15 for 21- 60lbs and $20 for those 61 lbs and more; this year they're not telling. You're asked to bring your own towels http://www.aacspca.org/calendar/ .
Sun 9/11 1130am, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Watch the BIG dogs get off the porch at the Potomac Valley Irish Wolfhound Club's Fun Match http://www.pviwc.org/FunMatch.html at Bay Ridge Marina.
Sun 9/11 12N- 6pm, WASHINGTON, DC: The Adams Morgan Day Festival will include a Doggie Rest Area & Mutt Licks eating contest courtesy of Doggie Style Bakery http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/events.htm .
Fri 9/15 630- 9pm, WASHINGTON, DC: The Washington Animal Rescue League invites you & your dog to fork out $85 and join them at the swanky Hotel Monaco for puptails, yappetizers and a silent auction http://www.warl.org/events/index.php .
Fri 9/15- Sun 9/18, HERSHEY, PA: Disco Doggie Dance Meet hosted by the World Canine Freestyle Organization http://worldcaninefreestyle.org/Events2005.htm scroll down to Sept.
Sat 9/17 9am - ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie massage group classes at Tails of Old Town http://tailsofoldetowne.com/ intermediate 9- 11am, beginner 1- 3pm.
Sat 9/17 900am- 2pm, ASHBURN, VA: Doggie Swim in the Ashburn Sports Pavilion http://www.gooddogz.org/events.htm
Sat 9/17 10am- 3pm, CHARLES TOWN, WV: Furry Fun Fest at the Briggs Animal Adoption Center, free and fun! http://www.baacs.org/Section.asp?section_id=195
Sat 9/17 7- 11pm, GAITHERSBURG, MD: Waltz and strut with your furry friend at the Marriott Gaithersburg Washingtonian Center to benefit MCHS http://www.danceswithdogs.net/ . A lavish menu,open bar, live music, auctions, contests and more await you for the $100/ticket admission price. Cocktail/fantasy attire for humans and dogs can wear what they want.
Sat 9/17 7-11 pm, STERLING, VA: Bow Wow Boogie at Patton Hall at the Cascades Volunteer Fire Department, 46700 Middlefield Road. This is a western dance to which you can come and bring your dog. So dust off your cowboy hat and boots, grab your dog and come on out for an evening of fun. There will be a buffet dinner, cash bar, silent auction, raffles and of course dancing http://www.shepherdrescue.org/pages/events.html .
Sun 9/18 10am- 5pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: You & your dog can gather with the clans at Fort Ward Park for the Scottish Heritage Fair http://accessenter.com/scotfair/ .
Sun 9/18 10am MILLERSVILLE, MD: Paws in the Park at the Black Oak Pavilion of Kinder Farm Park. A walk with pooches followed by a fun fest to benefit childhood cancer research http://elizabethcarrmemorialfund.com/pawsinthepark.html .
Sun 9/18 12N- 5pm, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Lake Accotink Park host a Responsible Pet Ownership Day http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/accotink/bark.htm with fun things to do including a cruise on the mighty pontoon boat.
Sun 9/18 12N- 6pm, STERLING, VA: 3rd Annual Barktoberfest at Melodee Music to benefit Friends of Homeless Animals http://www.foha.org/news_and_events.htm .
***SPECIAL EVENT!!!***
Sat 9/24 10am- 3pm, PASADENA, MD: The Newfoundland Dog Social Event of the year!!! Colonial Newfoundland Club's FALL FUN DAY http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.shtml takes place at the Fernwood Pavilion of Downs Park (8311 John Downs Loop, Pasadena, MD 21122, park in the last lot on the right), overlooking the Chesapeake Bay. Prizes, silly games, food, a romp n' swim and lots of drooly, shedding Newfs. Heaven!
Sat 9/24 12n -5pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Italian Festival http://ci.alexandria.va.us/recreation/calendar/month.php?LocationID=29 at Market Square welcomes well-behaved, leashed pets and features music, dancing, vendors food and plenty of activity.
Sun 9/25 12N- 4pm, WHEATON, MD: Pet Health Festival, rabies clinic, CGC testing, giveaways, info, fun & games http://www.mchumane.org/health_fair_poster.gif
Sun 9/25 1- 3pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: AACo SPCA is having their 85th birthday celebration, including cake, ice cream and dog games http://www.aacspca.org/calendar/ .
Fri-Sun, 9/30- 10/2, LEESBURG, VA: Three days of AKC All Breed, Obedience and Rally dog shows at the Morven Park Equestrian Center by the Warrenton Kennel Club http://www.warrentonkc.org/ and Old Dominion KC http://members.aol.com/olddominionkc/odkc.html .
Fri- Sun 9/30- 10/2, DEWEY BEACH, DE: Party with the high-flying MADDOGS at a long relaxed beach weekend http://discdog.us/ .
Some Sept Sat 11am- 3pm, LEESBURG, VA: Enjoy a Day in the Park at Ida Lee Park including a Paw Crawl and Canine Expo http://www.idalee.org .
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $3.95, buy one burger get one free) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Thurs 630pm- ? WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd.
Second Thursday of each month 6- 9pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: http://barkleysquarebakery.radius3.com/index.php?pr=Event_Calendar#
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat 9am- 11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Free Open House indoor playgroups at Fur-Get-Me-Not Pet Care 4140 S. Four Mile Run Dr. http://www.furgetmenot.biz/home.html .
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
LINKS TO SPECIALIZED ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED ABOVE:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://dogevents.net/ and http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark either one (or both) instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Aug '05 Dog Events -- X & G, 09:36:27 08/03/05 Wed (cmu-24-35-40-113.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.113)
The Dog Days of summer are upon us and conversely there's little to do with your dog, just too hot. A few bright spots, but things won't really start to roll again until Sept. Remember the many free concerts going on in the cooler evenings at various parks that welcome (or at least tolerate) your dog.
Due to the heat there will be TWO Newf Romp n' Swims, one on Sat 8/13 at 1pm & the other on Sun 8/28 at 1pm; both take place at beautiful Downs Park in Pasadena, MD.
Sat 8/6, 11am- 4pm, FAIRFAX, VA: Not just a dog wash anymore, it's a Dog Spa including bathing, nail trims, ear trimming, canine massage and digital portraits of your newly gleaming pooch at Weber's Pet Supermarket by SPCA NoVa http://www.spcanova.org/ .
Sat & Sun 8/6 & 8/7, 9am- 5pm, HERNDON, VA: At the Fairfax County 4H Fair http://4hfairfax.org/visitors.html held at dog-friendly Frying Pan Park, you can watch the 4Hers put their dogs through their paces in obedience, rally obedience and showmanship beginning at 9am on Sat in the dog show ring (behind the covered arena. As if that isn't enough, there's also a fun pet show at 11am- 1pm with lots of prizes for things like waggiest tail,best costume and biggest ears. On Sun, there's agility and Canine Musical Freestyle. On both days there are horse shows, livestock judging, games, food, rides and much more. Free admission and parking, too.
Sun 8/7 4- 7pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Christmas in August Ball at Paws Pet Boutique, 64 State Circle http://pawsannapolis.com/ . Check out the handpainted ornaments and watch the artist.
Th 8/11 6- 9pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: 2nd Thursaday at Barkley Square Dog Bakery http://barkleysquarebakery.radius3.com/index.php?pr=Event_Calendar includes a canine fashion show.
Sat 8/13 1pm, PASADENA, MD: Newf Romp n' Swim #1! Cool down your hot dogs on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay at Downs Park, 8311 John Downs Loop http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/Parks/downs_park/index.cfm . The dog beach is in the northeast (top right) corner of the park. The last parking lot on the right is the closest.
Sun 8/14 1- 3pm, McLEAN, VA: You and your pooch can enjoy ice cream from Moorenko's Ice Cream Cafe at Dips for Dogs hosted by Virginia Greyhounds http://www.virginiagreyhounds.org/events/DFD05.htm .
Fri 8/19 & Sat 8/20, EASTON, MD: Dog show, all breed, rally and obedience hosted by the Talbot Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2005171303.HTM at the Tuckahoe Steam & Gas Ground, mile marker 58 on Rt 50.
Sat 8/20 10am- 4pm, WOODBRIDGE, VA: The Belmont Bay Science Center is supposed to be having a Dog Days of Summer affair featuring contests, rescue groups, fun run/walk etc. Nothing on their website http://www.bblsc.org/ so far but you can contact lbeauchamp@bblsc.org 703-675-0929 for more info.
Sun 8/21 ARNOLD, MD: All breed only (no obedience) dog show by the Annapolis Kennel Club at Anne Arundel Community College http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2005082302.HTM .
Sun 8/21 1030am, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Non-denominational dog friendly Christian worship service at Tails of Old Town http://www.tailsofoldetowne.com/# .
Sat 8/27 9am, BOWIE, MD: Cardiac clinic with a board certified veterinary cardiologist. This is a heck of a deal if you want to have your dogs heart checked out by a pro; $150 for a doppler study- it usually runs about $350-$400. Go to http://storytimekennel.com/cardiac.html for directions, location and to sign up.
Sat 8/27 9- 11am, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Learn doggie massage techniques for $40 http://www.tailsofoldetowne.com/# .
Sat 8/27, 10am- 1pm, ARLINGTON, VA: Charity Dog Wash at Fur-Get Me Not Pet Care http://www.furgetmenot.biz/home.html, suggested donation $10.
Sun 8/28 1pm PASADENA, MD: Newf Romp n' Swim #2! Enjoy the end of summer with your Newf on the Dog Beach at Downs Park http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/Parks/downs_park/index.cfm .
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $3.95, buy one burger get one free) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Thurs 630pm- ? WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat 9am- 11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Free Open House indoor playgroups at Fur-Get-Me-Not Pet Care 4140 S. Four Mile Run Dr. http://www.furgetmenot.biz/home.html .
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
Every Sun 8:15pm thru 8/28 ANNAPOLIS, MD: Loew's Annapolis Hotel, 126 West St, hosts Luke's Drive -In Movie Night which is a pet-themed movie showing for dogs & their humans and takes place on an outdoor terrace. It's free and 10% of beverage sales go to the SPCA. Call 410-263-7777 for more info.
LINKS TO SPECIALIZED ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED ABOVE:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://dogevents.net/ and http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark either one (or both) instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Annapolis/Balto/DC Area July '05 Dog Events -- G & X, 23:09:35 06/30/05 Thu (cmu-24-35-40-113.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.113)
As usual, there's not much happening in July that's strictly dog related. However, many of the local parks have concert series that you can take your dog to and both of you can enjoy the music and a picnic. Lake Accotink, VA and Quiet Waters Park, MD are just two of the sites that welcome (or at least tolerate) your canine friend, and there's a free concert following the 3pm Newf Romp n' Swim at Downs Park in Pasadena, MD on 7/24. Also check out Recurring Events (below) for fun things like Yappy Hours and the Newf Stroll.
Fri- Mon 7/1-7/4, BEL ALTON, MD: The Blue Crab Cluster is four days worth of all breed, obedience and rally obedience dog shows at the Charles Co. Fairgrounds hosted by the Southern Md Kennel Club and Rock Creek Kennel Club http://infodog.com/panels/md.htm (scroll down to date).
Mon 7/4 10am- 12noon, BALTIMORE, MD: Visionary Pets on Parade • Registration at 9:30am. Animal fun! Animal prizes for lots of silly things, which always includes a costume contest, the more bizarre the better. Free. Lots of water thoughtfully provided. Hosted by the American Visionary Arts Museum (AVAM) http://avam.org/cgi-bin/Events.cgi (scroll down to date) in Federal Hill, this place is Weird Central of Baltimore. You'll see things here (ie grass growing on a pink car) you'll never see anywhere else. Bouffant hairdos, feather boas and rhinestone encrusted stretch pants will abound and the female contingent will be even more colorful.
Sun 7/4 5:15pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: The Crabtown Canines will be marching in the 4th of July parade. It is $6 per registrant (Please register by June 27th!). You receive a great t-shirt, a bandana for your dog as well as water. The group is meeting at 5:15 out at the Circle (the new Circle at Taylor Avenue) on West Street. Parade begins at 6PM and ends down by the dock. Any money left over goes to the SPCA. For Crabtown Canine info, stop by Paws at 64 State Circle or call Michelle at 410-263-8683; for the 4th of July celebration details go to http://www.annapolis.gov/headlines.asp?ID=7716 .
Th 7/7-Sun 7/10, WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD: Howard County Fairgrounds is the site for the Independence Cluster, four AKC all breed and obedience dog shows on one site starting Th through Sun, many vendors. Huge. Be aware that water is hard to find at these things for some reason. Bring your own, or a collapsible bowl and fill up in the restrooms. http://www.infodog.com/panels/md.htm
Sat 7/9 HANOVER, PA: Colonial Newf Club's water practice at Codorus State Park http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.shtml
Mon 7/11 6pm, FREDERICK, MD: Take your dog to the baseball game (game starts at 705pm) and watch the Frederick Keys play the Lynchburg Hillcats. Pre and post game doggie activities include a chance to run the bases with your dog. Preregistration is required http://www.frederickkeys.com/schedule_promo.html (scroll down to date and click on Bark in the Park for a pop-up) or call 301-815-9900.
Sat 7/16 10am- 2pm, ARLINGTON, VA: Learn how to give your dog a therapeutic & relaxing massage for only $40 http://www.pawsitivetouch.com/events.html .
Sat 7/16 BERLIN, NJ: NewPenDel Newf Club is having their summer bash. I suppose the details may be on their website http://www.newpendelnewfclub.com/ if it ever is resurrected.
Sat & Sun 7/16 & 17 8am- 8pm, BERRYVILLE, VA: Back to back AKC All Breed and Obedience Dog Shows by Shawnee Kennel Club at the Clarke Co Fairgrounds http://www.infodog.com/panels/va.htm (scroll down to date).
Sat 7/23 930am, LOVETTSVILLE, VA: Flying Frisbee Fest Disc Dog competition http://www.discdog.us/calendar_event.php?eid=20050501101139656 .
Sat 7/23 HANOVER, PA: Colonial Newf Club's water practice at Codorus State Park http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.shtml .
Sun 7/24 9am, ALEXANDRIA, VA: All dogs, not just Scottish ones, are invited to the Virginia Scottish Games http://vascottishgames.org/ , a rather vaguely worded and uninformative site. More details were found (after some effort) at http://www.westierescue.com/eventdetail.asp?EventID=30
Sun 7/24 3pm, PASADENA, MD: NEWF ROMP n' SWIM! Turn your hot, hairy Newf loose on the golden sands of the Dog Beach at Downs Park to splash in the refreshing waters of the Chesapeake Bay and frolic with other Newfs. There's a free concert featuring Country Current at 6pm when your dog should be good & tired. The dog beach is located in the northeast (upper right on map) corner of the park http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/Parks/downs_park/index.cfm .
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $3.95, buy one burger get one free) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Thurs 630pm- ? WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat 9am- 11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Free Open House indoor playgroups at Fur-Get-Me-Not Pet Care 4140 S. Four Mile Run Dr. http://www.furgetmenot.biz/home.html .
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
Every Sun 8:15pm thru 8/28 ANNAPOLIS, MD: Loew's Annapolis Hotel, 126 West St, hosts Luke's Drive -In Movie Night which is a pet-themed movie showing for dogs & their humans and takes place on an outdoor terrace. It's free and 10% of beverage sales go to the SPCA. Call 410-263-7777 for more info.
LINKS TO SPECIALIZED ACTIVITIES NOT COVERED ABOVE:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://dogevents.net/ and http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark either one (or both) instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- DC/Baltimore/Annapolis Area June '05 Dog Events -- X & G, 18:23:58 06/03/05 Fri (cmu-24-35-40-113.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.113)
June is another month jam-packed with dog events including a Newf Romp n' Swim on Sunday 6/19 at 1pm. Better get out and have fun with your dog before the blast furnace of summer hits.
Sat 6/4 930am, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Parade your pooch down Hanover Ave as part of Springfield Days then join the Heritage Day festivities afterwards http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/accotink/events.htm .
Sat 6/4 930am- 12n HERNDON, VA: The K9 2K Walk and Doggie Expo is part of the 25th Herndon Festival http://www.town.herndon.va.us/festival/k9-2k.html featuring a carnival, entertainment, activities for kids and all sorts of canine related stuff.
Sat 6/4 10am- 3pm WARRENTON?/CASANOVA?, VA: Pet Fair by the Fauquier Co SPCA http://www.fauquierspca.com/main.cfm?action=events. The 10th annual Pet Fair will be held on Saturday June 4th from 10am to 3pm. This year will be better than ever with more games, demonstrations and events. Special guest - Tony Orange from Animal Planet's "Cell Dogs" (www.dogworldabc.com). Join us for a great day out for all your family and your pets. Admission is a donation of cat litter or canned pet food.
Sat 6/4 1030am, YORK, PA: Skyhoundz Disc Dog distance/accuracy & (new this year) freestyle competition at Memorial Park, Edgar & Rockdale Aves http://www.discdog.us/calendar_event.php?eid=20050318143606984 .
Sat 6/4 1pm WHEATON, MD: All dogs are invited to enjoy the fun, food, contests and prizes at the PG SPCA's 3rd Annual Dog Adoption Reunion http://www.pgspca.org/calendar/index.php at Wheaton Regional Park near the carousel.
Sun 6/5 10am- 4pm GLEN ROCK, PA: First Annual Pennsylvania Dog's Day in the Park at Spring Valley Park hosted by the Animal Rescue Foundation http://animalrescueinc.org/
Sun 6/5 11am- 2pm BOWIE, MD: The Partnership for Animal Welfare is holding a Paw Prints in the Park http://www.paw-rescue.org/pawspark_files/frame.htm featuring all kinds of thrilling events.
Sun 6/5 1- 5pm Pasadena, MD: Huffard Animal Hospital http://www.huffardanimal.com/index.html is having a Client Appreciation Day with goodie bags & prizes.
Wed 6/8 630pm Bowie, MD: Take your dog to the baseball game to see the Bowie Baysox battle Harrisburg http://www.baysox.com/ .
Fri 6/10-Mon 6/13 HARRISONBURG, VA: Want to drive to the boondocks for a big AKC Dog Show Cluster? Here's your chance ...Skyline Kennel Club and Shenandoah Valley KC http://www.infodog.com/panels/va.htm scroll down to date.
Sat 6/11 10am- 3pm MANAKIN, VA: Colonial Newf Club's Spring Fun Day! Swim in a pond with your Newf, fun stations for water work, agility, conformation, obedience and more http://www.cncnewfs.com/events/SpringFunDay2005.htm .
Sat 6/11 10am, FREDERICK, MD: Walk n' Wag http://www.walk-n-wag.com/walknwag/ at Baker Park, 2nd & Bentz hosted by the Frederick Co. Humane Society features prizes, contests, rescue groups, microchipping, food and an awesome Skyhoundz disc dog local championship, both distance/accuracy & freestyle at 11am http://www.discdog.us/calendar_event.php?eid=20050219161837445 .
Sujn 6/12 9am- m3pm ELLICOTT CITY, MD: Lawdy, let someone else wash that smelly dog of yours http://www.dobe.net/events.htm (scroll down to date). I can't tell from the website what they're charging for it but it's got to be better than throwing your back out trying to wash your uncooperative pooch... and all proceeds go to a worthy cause. It all happens at the Bethany Square Shopping Center at 10132 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City MD 21042, (410) 480-0450. Wish I lived closer, but I bet they'd raise their rates after dealing with a huge Newfy slobberhound.
Sun 6/12 10am BOWIE, MD: Skyhoundz disc dog competition http://www.discdog.us/calendar_event.php?eid=2005050110143597 .
Sun 6/12 11am- 3pm ANNAPOLIS, MD: GRREAT is having a BARK-B-Que at Quiet Waters Park's White Oak Pavilion http://www.grreat.org/barkbque.htm .
Th- Sun 6/16- 19, LEESBURG, VA: Enjoy four days of fun and numerous activities with your dog at Camp Jackpot http://www.campjackpot.com/info.html.
Fri 6/17 630pm ANNAPOLIS, MD: Loew's Annapolis Hotel, 126 West St is having a "drive-in" style movie night featuring 101 Dalmations. Vendors,displays and popcorn will be available. $20 per "pet set" ie one human & one dog, proceeds to the AASPCA. More info 410-295-3201.
Sat 6/18 730am, FREDERICK, MD: Four Paws 5K and 1 mile Fun Run sponsored by the Animal Welfare League of Frederick County http://awlfc.org/ .
Sat 6/18 9am- 3pm, REISTERSTOWN, MD: Bark in the Park Canine Games hosted by the Humane Society of Balto Co. http://www.hsbcanimals.org Games, contests, vendors, demos, raffles, music and terrible vegetarian food.
Sat 6/18 11am, WHITE STONE, VA: Aussie Fest (hosted by Aussies but open to all breeds)Disc Dog competition, freestyle and distance/accuracy at the White Stone Firehouse Field, Windmill Point Rd http://www.discdog.us/calendar_event.php?eid=20041216124607582. A campout the night before, cookout & campout after, great field, good food and location near the Bay makes this trip a summertime joy.
Sat 6/18 HANOVER, PA: Practice for the water rescue demo by Colonial Newfoundland Club http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.shtml at Codorus State Park. See 6/25/05 for details.
Sat 6/18 2- 4pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Barkley Square Dog Bakery is having a Good Ol' Fashion Bark-B-Que http://barkleysquarebakery.radius3.com/index.php?pr=Event_Calendar# with yummy food for people & pets.
Sat 6/18 7pm, WASHINGTON, DC: Bark Ball- Admit it...you always wanted to wear your off-white crepe de chine evening gown and dance with your hairy, black Newfoundland. Well, for a mere $225 you can and also enjoy a sit-down dinner in lavish surroundings at the Renaissance Hotel. Did I mention you can bring your dog? The Washington Humane Society takes an upscale approach to fundraising with this fascinating canine/human social occasion http://barkball.com/.
Sun 6/19 1pm, PASADENA, MD: NEWF ROMP n' SWIM! Celebrate Father's Day by turning your webfooted slobberhound loose on the Dog Beach of Downs Park http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/Parks/downs_park/index.cfm to play, swim and socialize with other Newfs. The dog beach is located in the northeast (upper right on map) corner of the park.
Fri 6/24 NATIONWIDE: Take Your Dog To Work Day-thousands of participating companies...is yours one of them? Bound to improve customer relations, increase sales and raise morale, more at http://petsit.com/dogday/ .
Sat 6/25 830am- 5pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Watch in amazement as acrobatic dogs snatch flying discs out of the air at Truxton Park 273 Hilltop Lane 21403 (Griscom field) at the North East Regional Skyhoundz Championships hosted by MAD Dogs http://www.discdog.us/calendar_event.php?eid=20041216101655951 .Who knows, you could be inspired to try it yourself with your own pooch.
Sat 6/25 10am- 2pm HANOVER, PA: Colonial Newfoundland Club provides the talent for the water rescue demo at the Summer Blast Festival at Codorus State Park http://www.cncnewfs.com/events/CodorusWaterDemo2005.pdf . Live bands, hot air balloons, craft & food vendors will also be there.
Sat 6/25 10am- 1pm ARLINGTON, VA: The Barkapalooza at Fur-Get Me Not Pet Care http://www.furgetmenotpetcare.com/Seminars.htm promises a carnival atmosphere and loads of fun things to do.
Sat 6/25 7- 9pm SOMEWHERE, DC AREA: Bow Wow Luau http://www.anasark.com/events/bow_wow_luau-2005.htm .
Sun 6/26 11am- 3pm, CENTREVILLE, VA: Caring Hands Animal Hospital's http://caringhandsvet.com/OpenHouseC05/OpenHouse.pdf 9th annual open house.
Fri- Mon 7/1-7/4, BEL ALTON, MD: The Blue Crab Cluster is four days worth of all breed, obedience and rally obedience dog shows at the Charles Co. Fairgrounds hosted by the Southern Md Kennel Club and Rock Creek Kennel Club http://infodog.com/panels/md.htm (scroll down to date).
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $3.95, buy one burger get one free) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Thurs 630pm- ? WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting. It hasn't permitted much lately.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat 9am- 11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Free Open House indoor playgroups at Fur-Get-Me-Not Pet Care 4140 S. Four Mile Run Dr. http://www.furgetmenot.biz/home.html .
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
2nd Thurs of each month ALEXANDRIA, VA: Dogs can join you on a 40 minute cruise of the Potomac River on the Miss Christin of the Potomac Riverboat Co http://www.potomacriverboatco.com/charter/MissChristin/index.html (one of the most difficult to navigate & least informative websites I've seen in a long while) which makes no mention of dogs being invited or the cruise times ( 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, 9pm ) or the price, ($8).
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://dogevents.net/ and http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark either one (or both) instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Balto/DC/Annapolis May '05 Dog Events -- G & X, 10:39:24 05/06/05 Fri (cmu-24-35-40-113.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.113)
There's no excuse to let your dog sit home in May, a ton of things going on. Notable are the huge 5/15 SPCA Walk at Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis which is well worth attending, the 5/7 Pet Fiesta in Reston sounds like quite a bash, and a Newf Romp n' Swim on Sat 5/14 at 1pm.
Sun 5/1 105pm, BOWIE, MD: Take your dog to the baseball game! The Bowie Baysox are having Dog Days of Summer http://baysox.com/schedule/?month=05&year=2005 .
Sat 5/7 9am- 4pm, RESTON, VA: The Pet Fiesta http://www.petfiesta.org/ & http://www.gooddogz.org/ will be rocking the Reston Town Center. Jam-packed with FUN activities,a 4K walk, fashion show, costumes, contests, exhibitions, displays, and vendors, this one promises to be a blast.
Sat 5/7 9am, ST MICHAELS, MD: The Talbot Co. Humane Society is having their Dog Walk Day http://www.talbothumane.org/dogwalk.htm at the beautiful waterfront Inn at Perry Cabin. Games, prizes, demos are also featured.
Sat 5/7 10am- 3pm, GREENBELT, MD: Pet Expo at Greenbelt Community Center, 15 Crescent RD Greenbelt MD. Rescue groups, pet-related service providers, demonstrations-agility, flyball, dancing w/your dog. Dogs, cats, parrots, reptiles, rabbits, ferrets, etc. A ton of stuff going on and food is available. http://www.ci.greenbelt.md.us , scroll about 3/4 of the way down and click on the link to a pdf brochure.
Sat 5/7 12 noon, ANNAPOLIS/EASTPORT, MD: The irreverent Maritime Republic of Eastport hosts the annual grueling .05k Bridge Run (yes, you read it right) and Dog Day Afternoon http://themre.org/dogrun2005.html. Silly contests, demos etc. You can find street parking within a couple of blocks and enjoy the Eastport/Annapolis ambience. Get there early (race reg starts at 1030) and mingle with the excited crowd of people & dogs. As a bonus this year, the Rockfish Bar & Grill is holding a Paw Party from 11- 4pm in their parking lot.
Sat 5/7 MANASSAS, VA: Colonial Newfoundland Club's Grooming Clinic http://www.cncnewfs.com/ . Let the experts show you how to make the fur fly.
Sat 5/7 11am- 4pm, PURCELLVILLE, VA: Dog Day at Breaux Vineyards http://www.breauxvineyards.com/ . Dogs get to parade around the winery green and win prizes; presumably their people can slurp wine. It all benefits the Humane Society of Loudoun County http://www.humanesocietyofloudouncounty.org/index.php .
Sat 5/7 12n- 5pm, LAUREL, MD: Fidos For Freedom hosts a Rally workshop, a new AKC event which is a lot more fun than traditional obedience and not as demanding as agility.
http://www.fidosforfreedom.org/events/current-events/2005rallyo/index.php
Sat 5/7 1pm, CENTREVILLE, MD: Skyhoundz disc dog competition http://skyhoundz.com/localschedule.htm (scroll down to MD) at Rt 18 Park, 1901 4-H Park Rd. Registration starts at noon.
Sat & Sun 5/7-8, 130- 5pm, CHESTER, MD: The Animal Resource Foundation http://www.arfusa.org/ is celebrating their Grand Opening at the Kent Narrows Center (old outlets) with $5 CGC testing, demos, an animal communicator, refreshments and more.
Sun 5/8 10am LUTHERVILLE, MD: Skyhoundz disc dog competition http://skyhoundz.com/localschedule.htm (scroll down to MD) at Orchard Hills Park, Lincoln Ave at Bellona Ave & Othoridge Rds.
Mon 5/9 630pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Happy Hour at Chief Ike's Mambo Room to benefit AMDOGS http://www.amdogs.org/pages/8/index.htm .
Th 5/12 6- 9pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Barkley Square Gourmet Dog Bakery & Boutique is having a Second Thursday affair http://www.barkleysquarebakery.com .
Sat 5/14 830am- 1pm, ARLINGTON, VA: The 10th Annual Walk for the Animals at Bluemont Park for the Animal Welfare League of Arlington http://awla.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=90775 (don't overlook the various menu choices on the left). Pre and post walk events are promised but they must be keeping them a secret since they don't say what they are.
Sat 5/14 11am -2pm, COCKEYSVILLE, MD: Everydog is invited to Play Day http://voy.com/194446/ at Oregon Ridge Park to benefit Bulldog Rescue. Games, music, activities, food and LOTS of prizes.
Sat 5/14 1pm, PASADENA, MD: NEWF ROMP n' SWIM! Celebrate spring by turning your dog loose on the golden sands of the Dog Beach at Downs Park http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/Parks/downs_park/index.cfm to frolic and swim with other Newfs. The dog beach is in the upper right (northeast) corner of the park; use the last parking lot on the right. Get there early and stake your claim to one of the picnic tables and grills located in a grove of trees by the steps to the beach and have yourself a cook out beforehand.
Sat 5/14 1- 3pm ELLICOTT CITY, MD: Strut Your Mutt/Pet Fair at Clark's Elioak Farm http://www.clarklandfarm.com/CEF%20Spring%202005%20Schedule%20of%20Events.htm (scroll down to date).
Sat 5/14 7- 11pm, HUNT VALLEY, MD: The Baltimore County Humane Society offers you and your dog a chance to get dressed in formal splendor together and dance the night away at the Black Tie & Tails Gala http://www.hsbcanimals.org/tails.asp held at The Grand Lodge. Dinner, hors d'ouevres, silent auctions and more, all for a mere $125.
Sun 5/15 8am- 12N, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Walk For The Animals hosted by the Anne Arundel Co. SPCA http://www.aacspca.org/ . This is another BIG one, dogs as far as the eye can see. Booths, vendors, freebies etc. As usual, you don't actually have to register and walk; you can just wander around and enjoy the festivities. The bonus is the Dog Beach and fully fenced Dog Park also located at the Quiet Waters Park site.
Sun 5/15 9am- 2pm, near LAPLATA, MD: The Humane Society of Charles Co. is having their Dog Walk & Games Day at Gilbert Run Park http://www.humanesocietycc.org/#walk .
Sun 5/15 10am, WHEATON, MD: Paws in the Park, Montgomery Co Humane Society http://www.mchumane.org/calendarofevents.htm A 5K walk & lots of other stuff at Wheaton Regional Old Ice Arena.
Sun 5/15 2- 3pm, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Treat your canine companion to a special cruise aboard Lake Accotink Park’s mighty pontoon boat. The cruise will enchant your dog with glimpses of ducks, geese and other lake dwellers http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/accotink/bark.htm .
Sun 5/15 LEESBURG, VA: Colonial Newfoundland Club's Draft Test http://www.cncnewfs.com/ at Oatlands Plantation.
Sat 5/21, MANASSAS, VA: Mattaponi Kennel Club's AKC all breed dog show http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2005093403.HTM
Sat 5/21 9am-Sun 5/22 11am, BROWNTOWN, VA: DiscStock 2005 hosted by the Mid Atlantic Disc Dogs is a wonderful overnight camp-out featuring frisbee dog competition at a farm near Front Royal, Va. http://www.discdog.us/calendar_event.php?eid=20050203093316272.
Sat 5/21 10am- 2pm ST MARY'S CO., MD: Greenwell State Park is the site for the Animal Relief Fund's Walk and other activities http://www.animalrelieffund.org/dynapage/display?PageID=45.
Sat 5/21 SOLOMON'S ISLAND, MD: The Humane Society of Calvert County http://www.calvertcountyhumanesociety.org/ is having a Pet Day 5K. No times or more precise location is given on the website http://www.calvertcountyhumanesociety.org/2005PetDay5K.htm, at least as of now, but contact info is there.
Sun 5/22 8am, WASHINGTON, DC: Mutts Strut by Washington Animal Rescue League http://www.warl.org/events/ at East Potomac Park/Hains Point.
Sun 5/22 11am- 3pm, HIGHLAND, MD: Howard Co. Pet Expo includes demos, vendors, rescue groups, food, micro-chipping, and more. Held at Schooley Mill Park http://www.co.ho.md.us/RAP/RAP_HoCoParksSchooleyMill.htm.
Sun 5/22 & Mon 5/23, WESTMINSTER, MD: Carroll Kennel Club's AKC all breed dog show at the Carroll County Agricultural Center http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2005014901.HTM
Th-Mon 5/26-30, WILLIAMSBURG, VA: Five days worth of AKC all breed dog shows, all at the same site, some have obedience, too. http://www.infodog.com/panels/va.htm, then go to date.
Sat 5/28 HANOVER, PA: Colonial Newf Club's http://www.cncnewfs.com/ water practice day at Lake Codorus.
Sat 5/28 9am, WILLIAMSPORT, MD: Basset Rescue of Old Dominion (BROOD) hosts the Bassett Ramble "Broodstock" http://www.brood-va.org/ramble2005.html. All dogs are invited to the many fun events (and picnic the night before) including socializing in five fenced-in acres. In case of rain, it's held indoors at the Washington Co. Agricultural Center.
Mon 5/30 11am, VIENNA, VA: Healthy Hound Dog Walk and Adoption Fair in conjunction with the Viva Vienna Festival & Health Fair http://www.gooddogz.org/events/healthdogwalk.htm .
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $3.95, buy one burger get one free) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6pm ANNAPOLIS, MD: Disc dog practice at Collison Field on Pumphouse Rd at Truxton Park
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Thurs 630pm- ? WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting. It hasn't permitted much lately.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat 9am- 11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Free Open House indoor playgroups at Fur-Get-Me-Not Pet Care 4140 S. Four Mile Run Dr. http://www.furgetmenot.biz/home.html .
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
2nd Thurs of each month ALEXANDRIA, VA: Dogs can join you on a 40 minute cruise of the Potomac River on the Miss Christin of the Potomac Riverboat Co http://www.potomacriverboatco.com/charter/MissChristin/index.html (one of the most difficult to navigate & least informative websites I've seen in a long while) which makes no mention of dogs being invited or the cruise times ( 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, 9pm ) or the price, ($8).
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://dogevents.net/ and http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark either one (or both) instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Annapolis/Baltimore/DC Area April '05 Dog Events -- G & X, 09:26:15 04/08/05 Fri (cmu-24-35-40-113.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.113)
We were a bit slow getting Dog Events done this month but better late than never, right?
The doggie social calendar starts to gear up with the advent of better weather, including a Newf Romp n' Swim at the Dog Beach of Downs Park in Pasadena, MD at 1pm on Sun 4/17.
Fri- Sun, 4/1-3, CHANTILLY, VA: Super Pet Expo http://www.superpetexpo.com/shows/chantilly/ at the Dulles Expo Center has a plethora of activities, entertainment and products for you, your family and your dog who is also invited to attend.
Sun 4/3 11am-2pm, BALTIMORE, MD: March for the Animals held by the MD SPCA http://www.mdspca.org/walkathon/walk_a_thon.htm at the Johns Hopkins University Homewood campus. This one is HUGE! You don't have to walk the pleasant 1.5 mi route, just come and enjoy the games, vendors, entertainment, food, demos, micro-chipping and especially the sights! And yes, there's free parking.
Sun & Mon, 4/3-4/4 8am-4pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: The Potomac Valley Irish Wolfhound Club http://www.pviwc.org/Specialty.html has their regional specialty at Quiet Waters Park.
Tues, 4/5 5- 8pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://www.doggiehappyhour.com/ resumes at the Holiday Inn Select in Old Town every Tues & Th from 5- 8pm through October (more details in Recurring Events below). Enjoy the pup treats, people treats and special prices along with the incredible ambiance of a courtyard filled with excited dogs.
Fri- Sat 4/8-9 FREDERICKSBURG, VA: Two days of AKC all breed and obedience at the Fredericksburg Agricultural Fairgrounds http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2005103901.HTM
Sun 4/10 PRINCE FREDERICK, MD: Dog show, all breed and obedience at the Calvert Co Fairgrounds by Chesapeake Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2005241101.HTM .
Wed 4/13 6pm ANNAPOLIS, MD: Disc Dog practice sessions start at Collison Field on Pumphouse Rd at Truxton Park with MADDOGS http://www.discdog.us/index.php
Sat 4/16 11am- 3pm SILVER SPRING, MD: Tails on Trails 2k Dog Walk and more for Roxie's Fund http://www.roxiesfund.org/events.htm (scroll down).
Sun 4/17 1pm, PASADENA, MD: NEWF ROMP n' SWIM! Turn your hairy beast loose on the Dog Beach of Downs Park http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/Parks/downs_park/index.cfm to burn off some of that pent up energy and to play and socialize with other Newfs. The dog beach is located in the northeast (upper right on map) corner of the park.
Sun 4/17 12noon- 5pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: The Maritime Charity Festival (formerly and superiorly known as Green Derby Day) features beer races (including one with dogs), keg toss, kids' stuff, food and booze on Severn Ave in Eastport adjacent to Ruth's Chris Steak House.
Sat 4/23- Mon 4/25 TIMONIUM, MD: Three days of AKC all breed and obedience dog shows at the MD State Fairgrounds http://www.infodog.com/panels/md.htm scroll down to dates.
Sat 4/23 10am- 5pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Dogs can come to the Earth Day celebration at Quiet Waters Park http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/Parks/quiet_waters_park/index.cfm. Lots of activities going on and free park admission. If you haven't already been there, take the opportunity to check out the fenced, off-leash Dog Park and nearby Dog Beach.
Sat 4/23 12N- 3pm, GAITHERSBURG, MD: The city of Gaithersburg puts on their Bark in the Park http://www.gaithersburgmd.gov/poi/default.asp?POI_ID=577&TOC=107;84;99;577 at Bohrer Park, Summit Hill Farm featuring a bone hunt, parade, dog trick trainer, obstacle course and photo booth, all for $8.
Sat & Sun 4/23-24, UPPER MARLBORO, MD: Cherry Blossom Classic Dog Show for ARBA (American Rare Breed Association) http://www.arba.org/ShowInformation/Cherry-Blossom-Classic-2005.htm held at the Show Place Arena. This show features those rare breeds you don't often see around town and is a Specialty (meaning you should see more of them) for some, including Mini Australian Shepherds, American King Shepherds & Cane Corsos.
Sat 4/30 12noon BOWIE, MD: Skyhoundz Disc Dog competition http://skyhoundz.com/localschedule.htm (scroll down to Md) at Acorn Hill Park, 3209 Stonybrook Dr (beside Bowie Community Center). The correct time is 12noon not 11am as listed on the website.
Sat 4/30 2- 4pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Barkley Square Dog Bakery & Boutique http://www.barkleysquarebakery.com/ is having a baby shower. Yes, a baby shower. We want you to bring your new puppies (10 weeks to 1 year) to our Baby (puppy) shower. We will have treats specifically catered to the puppy's palette, to include shapes of pacifiers, baby bottles, rubber duckies and more. We want you to bring your photos to share and stories of how you were brought together with this new bundle of joy. We will have Spot the Gooddogz.org mascot here to welcome everyone. Make sure to check their website out. At 3 PM we will have a drawing to win a $25.00 shopping spree at the Barkery.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $3.95, buy one burger get one free) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6pm ANNAPOLIS, MD: Disc dog practice at Collison Field on Pumphouse Rd at Truxton Park
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Thurs 630pm- ? WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/happyhours.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting. It hasn't permitted much lately.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat 9am- 11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Free Open House indoor playgroups at Fur-Get-Me-Not Pet Care 4140 S. Four Mile Run Dr. http://www.furgetmenot.biz/home.html .
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
2nd Thurs of each month ALEXANDRIA, VA: Dogs can join you on a 40 minute cruise of the Potomac River on the Miss Christin of the Potomac Riverboat Co http://www.potomacriverboatco.com/charter/MissChristin/index.html (one of the most difficult to navigate & least informative websites I've seen in a long while) which makes no mention of dogs being invited or the cruise times ( 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, 9pm ) or the price, ($8).
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://dogevents.net/ and http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark either one (or both) instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- DC/Annapolis/Balto Mar '05 Dog Events -- X & G, 11:13:10 03/04/05 Fri (cmu-24-35-40-113.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.113)
Sniff? Could that be Spring I smell? Or does Gomez have gas again...Whatever it is, there's reason to believe the cold may eventually leave so we can have fun outside with our dogs without freezing our keesters off. Let's hope it does so in time for the NEWF ROMP on Sat 3/12 and DRAFT WORKSHOP on Sat. Mar 19, info below.
Sat 3/5 10am- 2pm, COLLEGE PARK, MD: Dog Owner Behavior Seminar Brunch, featuring Pat Miller, a nationally known behaviorist & trainer, and, of course, a delicious brunch. All for only $45 and hosted by Mid Atlantic Great Dane Rescue http://www.magdrl.org/MDBrunch2005.htm. Not strictly a Dog Event, since dogs aren't invited, but it promises to be informative and helpful.
Sat 3/5 10:30am -2:30pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Fun Dog Show followed by the St Patricks Day Parade hosted by the Ballyshaners http://www.ballyshaners.org/ and the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria http://alexandriaanimals.org/~awla/special_events.cfm . Enter (or watch) one of the many fun and silly contests (described on the AWLA page), then join the parade in dog-friendly Old Town.
Sat 3/5 3- 5pm, FREDERICKSBURG, VA: Tricks contest at Dog Dayz/Everyday Dogs http://www.everydaydogs.net/ .
Sat 3/12 9am-3pm, MANASSAS, VA: The Nokesville Horse Society http://www.nhs-inc.org/ (you may have to keep clicking to get to event details) is having a tack swap at Southern States (703-368-2165) which also includes a rabies clinic ($10) and fun dog contests at noon. Plus you get a discount on anything you buy at the store.
Sat 3/12 1pm, ARNOLD, MD: NEWF ROMP (without the swim) at the ~3 acre fully fenced Broadneck Dog Park. There's no actual address (or admission fee) for the park. From Rt 50, take Ritchie Hwy (Rt 2) north and turn right on College Parkway. From Rt 100, take Ritchie Hwy (Rt 2) south and turn left on College Parkway. The park entrance is about 3-4 miles down on the right, just after Broadneck High School on the left and opposite a new housing developement. It's easy to miss, so if you find yourself at Cape St Clair Rd, turn around and it'll be about 1/2 mile on the left. Park in the first lot and the dog park is about 1/10 of a mile on the left. If you need more precise directions, email me.
Sun 3/13 12n- 3pm, WASHINGTON, DC: The enormous DC St Patrick's Day http://dcstpatsparade.com/parade_info.html parade celebrates its 34th year. You and your dog can enjoy the festivities and watch the parade march down Constitution Ave from 7th to 17th.
Sun 3/13 2pm, BALTIMORE, MD: Another St Pat's Day parade to go to with your dog, the Baltimore St Patrick's day starts at the Washington Monument (N. Charles & W. Centre St) and includes a 5k run somewhere in the vicinity. You'll need the luck o' the Irish to navigate the difficult website http://www.stpatrickdayparade.com/parade.html for details.
Sun 3/13 3pm, ARLINGTON, VA: St Patrick's Day party at the Towers Park Community Canine Area http://www.arlingtondogs.org/news.html .
Wed 3/16 3- 5pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: St Patrick's Day Pet Parade at Somerford Place Alzheimer's Assisted Living, 2717 Riva Rd sponsored by Anne Arundel Pets on Wheels. More info 410-222-0738.
Fri 3/18 5-630pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Burning of the Socks ceremony marking the official change of season for the sailing crowd. Participants are asked to bring their best hat, best dog and worst winter socks, the latter to be sacrificed to the flames. Takes place at Capt Sadler Park located on the Barge House Grounds at 723 2nd St in Eastport http://annapolismaritimemuseum.com/calendar.htm .
Sat, 3/19 10am- 3pm WOODBINE, MD: Colonial Newfoundland Club is having a DRAFT WORKSHOP http://www.cncnewfs.com/DraftWorkshop05.htm featuring Dwight Gorsuch as instructor. You don't have to have any experience, equipment, or even be a club member to attend. Bring your own lunch and doggie treats but breakfast items and sodas are provided. Register now, only $10 for members, $15 for non-members.
Sat 3/19 2- 4pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: St Patrick's Day Doggie Style at Barkley Square Dog Bakery http://barkleysquarebakery.com/. Professional pet photographer, yummy treats and a search for the "Pot O' Gold".
Sat 3/19 3pm SPRINGFIELD, VA: Bonnet contest, bone hunt and pictures with the Easter Bunny at Lake Accotink Park http://www.LakeAccotinkPark.com/ . Bring your furry family members to partake in this traditional celebration of Spring. Dress them in their finest bonnets and hunt for treats in the bone yard. Top off the fun by visiting with the bunny. $6 per pet includes bonnet contest, bone hunt and a souvenir digital photo of your pet’s visit with the Bunny. Rain date 3/26.
Fri 3/25- Sun 3/27 8am- 6pm WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD: March Madness Cluster at the Howard Co. Fairgrounds, 3 days of Obedience and Rally trials. Being as how the Rally portion is limited to a meager 720 dogs (Obedience is unlimited) this could be a pretty big affair http://www.nemkc.org/ (scroll down).
Fri- Sun, 4/1-3, CHANTILLY, VA: Super Pet Expo http://www.superpetexpo.com/shows/chantilly/ at the Dulles Expo Center has a plethora of activities, entertainment and products for you, your family and your dog who is also invited to attend.
Sun 4/3 11am-2pm, BALTIMORE, MD: March for the Animals held by the MD SPCA http://www.mdspca.org/walkathon/walk_a_thon.htm at the Johns Hopkins University Homewood campus. This one is HUGE! You don't have to walk the pleasant 1.5 mi route, just come and enjoy the games, vendors, entertainment, food, demos, micro-chipping and especially the sights! And yes, there's free parking.
Sun & Mon, 4/3-4/4 8am-4pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: The Potomac Valley Irish Wolfhound Club http://www.pviwc.org/Specialty.html has their regional specialty at Quiet Waters Park.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Thurs 6-8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/events.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd. 11/2/04 NOTE: I don't know if this is still going on or if it's ended for the season. The website still has it up but it doesn't appear to have been updated for some time.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting. It hasn't permitted much lately.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat 9am- 11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Free Open House indoor playgroups at Fur-Get-Me-Not Pet Care 4140 S. Four Mile Run Dr. http://www.furgetmenot.biz/home.html .
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 430 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
2nd Thurs of each month ALEXANDRIA, VA: Dogs can join you on a 40 minute cruise of the Potomac River on the Miss Christin of the Potomac Riverboat Co http://www.potomacriverboatco.com/charter/MissChristin/index.html (one of the most difficult to navigate & least informative websites I've seen in a long while) which makes no mention of dogs being invited or the cruise times ( 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, 9pm ) or the price, ($8).
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Hiking: http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
http://members.aol.com/nvhc/
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm
http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://dogevents.net/ and http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark either one (or both) instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Balto/DC/Annapolis Feb '05 Dog Events -- G & X, 19:02:25 01/28/05 Fri (cmu-24-35-40-113.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.113)
Most dogs love the snow, so for their sake, let's hope we get some more. For those of us without natural fur coats, let's hope we don't, it'll just mess up the few February events.
Sat 1/29 2pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Treat tasting at Barkley Square Dog Bakery & Boutique, 1 Wales Alley, Alex. Va 22314 http://www.barkleysquarebakery.com .
Bring your hounds and let them howl out their favorite treats. Humans will be able to mark off all the howling approved treats and then place their orders or give them to us to save and let us remember which treats were real Tail Waggers.
Sat & Sun 1/29 & 1/30 10am, TIMONIUM, MD: Don't miss the fabulous World of Pets Expo http://worldofpets.org/ at the MD State Fairgrounds featuring shows, demos, seminars, food and vendors galore. An exciting two day DiscDogathon is featured this year so you can be inspired by talented dogs flying through the air to catch frisbees. Gomez will, once again, be representing the Newfoundland in the Parade of Breeds on Sat at 2pm. We've gone every year they've had it and always had a ball, plus bought a lot of stuff at good prices. Yes, you can take your dog to enjoy it all with you.
Sun 1/30 9am, FREDERICK, MD: Hike Sugarloaf Mountain with CHAOS http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm
Sun 1/30 11am SPRINGFIELD, VA: Hound Hike with No. Va. Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date) around Lake Mercer, starting at South Run Park.
Sun 2/6 10am- 2pm, LAUREL, MD: Fidos For Freedom offers CGC/TDI testing and a tattoo clinic for those looking for an alternative to Superbowl madness http://www.fidosforfreedom.org/
Sat 2/12 8- 11pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria http://www.alexandriaanimals.org/~awla/special_events.cfm is hosting their gala Black Tie & Tail at the Torpedo Factory http://www.torpedofactory.org/ featuring a doggie fashion show, hors d'oeuvres and desserts for humans, a gourmet doggie buffet, champagne, dancing, canine massage and “Pooch Smooch” souvenir photos all for $100 per dog/person pair.
Sat 2/19 & Sun 2/20, BALTIMORE, MD: Annapolis Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2005082301.HTM and Maryland KC host an indoor all-breed AKC dog show at the Fifth Regiment Armory. Directions & map are on the link.
Mon 2/21, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Really got cabin fever? Then go to the George Washington celebration http://www.washingtonbirthday.net/html/events.html in dog friendly Old Town Alexandria, including a parade at 1pm.
Sun 2/27 11am, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Hike around Lake Accotink starting at Wakefield Park with NVHC http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date).
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tues 7pm ANNAPOLIS, MD: Meet under the lights at Collison Field in Truxton Park http://www.ci.annapolis.md.us/government/depts/recr/directions.asp#truxtun for casual disc dogging with Mid Atlantic Disc Dogs throughout the winter months.
Every Thurs 6-8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/events.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd. 11/2/04 NOTE: I don't know if this is still going on or if it's ended for the season. The website still has it up but it doesn't appear to have been updated for some time.
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat 9am- 11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Free Open House indoor playgroups at Fur-Get-Me-Not Pet Care 4140 S. Four Mile Run Dr. http://www.furgetmenot.biz/home.html .
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 330 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
2nd Thurs of each month ALEXANDRIA, VA: Dogs can join you on a 40 minute cruise of the Potomac River on the Miss Christin of the Potomac Riverboat Co http://www.potomacriverboatco.com/charter/MissChristin/index.html (one of the most difficult to navigate & least informative websites I've seen in a long while) which makes no mention of dogs being invited or the cruise times ( 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, 9pm ) or the price, ($8).
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html & http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm or http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Pet First Aid/CPR classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs' & http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm (scroll down).
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://dogevents.net/ and http://voy.com/52810/ so you can just bookmark either one (or both) instead of saving/printing this.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Oct '04 Dog Events-Annapolis/Baltimore/DC Area -- G & X, 00:00:20 10/01/04 Fri (cmu-24-35-40-113.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.113)
October is the month of the most glorious dog holiday of the year, Howl-o-ween, as well as one of the busiest in the canine social calendar. Along with the events listed here, keep in mind that many local pet stores also have costume contests, frequently with very little competition and decent prizes. Gomez once won a $25 gift card merely by sporting a saddle and bandanna while second place went to a dog merely wearing a bandanna. The third place dog just had on a collar and still won $10.
Those of you who love Newfs won't want to miss the Colonial Newfoundland Club's
FALL FUN DAY on Sat, Oct 9th at Downs Park in Pasadena, MD, more details below.
Fri 10/1 730- 930pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Urban hike in Old Town starting at the King St Metro with No Va Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ .
Sat 10/2-Sun 10/3, HANOVER, PA: Colonial Newfoundland Club's Water Rescue Tests at Lake Codorus http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#OCTOBER .Watch Newfoundland dogs demonstrate their ability to rescue swimmers and boaters. Sixty dogs representing eight states are expected to participate.
10/2 10A- 5P, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Maryland Avenue Fall Festival, friendly leashed dogs are welcome.
Sun 10/3 12- 5pm, ARLINGTON, VA: Fall Festival at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington games, contests, music, food and more http://www.awla.org/fallfest.html .
Sun 10/3 1- 5pm, INDIAN HEAD, MD: Hot Dog Round-up put on by Homeward Trails Animal Rescue at Red Gate Farm features a BBQ (w/treats for your dog), fun K9 games & activities, square dancing, goodie bags and much more http://www.hotdogroundup.com/ .
Sun 10/3 NATIONWIDE: The first Sunday in October is when many churches celebrate the Feast of St Francis, patron saint of animals, and some of them hold a Blessing of the Animals on this day. Check out your local churches (usually Catholic & Episcopal) if you're interested.
Sun 10/3 12noon, FAIRFAX, VA: Paws for a Cause 3K walk through the shady streets of Fairfax to benefit Fairfax Pets On Wheels , meet at Webers Pet Supermarket. http://www.wjla.com/community/showevent.hrb?i=15293 .
Sun 10/3 1- 4pm, FREDERICK, MD: Strut Your Mutt at Baker Park to benefit the Animal Welfare League of Frederick Co. Not only can you strut but also see frisbee, agility, K9 and other demos, doggie games, vendors, music and food http://awlfc.org/StrutYourMutt.htm.
Fri 10/8- Sat 10/9 8am- 6pm, WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD: Two days of AKC all breed conformation and obedience dog shows by the Catonsville Kennel Club at the Howard Co. Fairgrounds http://www.infodog.com/panels/md.htm .
*** SPECIAL EVENT*** Sat 10/9 10am- 3pm PASADENA, MD: The Newfoundland Social Event of the year!!! Colonial Newfoundland Club's FALL FUN DAY takes place at the Fernwood Pavilion of Downs Park (8311 John Downs Loop, Pasadena, MD 21122, park in the last lot on the right) , overlooking the Chesapeake Bay.
All Newfs, Newf housemates, Newf friends and Newf wannabes are invited. Bring food if you like ( hot dogs, sodas & grills available),and water & poop bags for the dogs. Silly games & contests (Newf Agility Course, who-will-eat-anything, longest tail, fastest/slowest/sloppiest sit etc),a short trail walk (past the indoor plumbing ending at the Dog Beach) and lots of hair and drool. Details, including a park map and directions, are available at http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#OCTOBER or email me (event chair) for even more info.
Sat 10/9 9am- 2pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria's Canine Games at Chinquapin Park is a big event featuring (what else?) lots of games, along with vendors and other goodies. Be advised it's a bit of a hike from parking to the games site if you don't get there early http://alexandriaanimals.org/~awla/special_events.cfm .
Sat 10/9 9am- 5pm, CROWNSVILLE, MD: Anne Arundel Scottish Festival and Highland Games at the A.A. Co. Fairgrounds welcomes leashed, well-behaved dogs to enjoy the fun http://www.annearun.com/aasfi/.
Sat 10/9 9am, CHESAPEAKE CITY, MD: 5K Run/Walk with or without your dog to benefit the Cecil Co. SPCA http://cecilcountyspca.org/5krun.html .
Sat 10/9 11am- 230pm, COLUMBIA, MD: Animal Advocates of Howard Co puts on their Walk for Paws at Lake Elkhorn along with vendors, food, games and other activities http://www.animal-advocates.org/walkforpaws.html.
Sat 10/9 11am MILLERSVILLE, MD: Mid Atlantic Disc Dogs (MADDogs) http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mad_dogs/ State Challenge at Kinder Farm Park http://www.kinderfarmpark.org/. See the fur fly as the Mid Atlantic states square off to see who has the most talented air canines. Come and watch acrobatic dogs catch frisbees or you and your dog can try it yourselves to uphold the honor of your state. Registration starts at 1030am.
Sat 10/9 1230- 4pm, ARLINGTON, VA: Join Arlington's park rangers and the members of ArlingtonDogs for their 2nd Annual Dog Day at Lacey Woods Park http://www.arlingtondogs.org/news.html .
Sat 10/9 VIENNA, VA: The Mid- Atlantic Leonberger Club http://www.midatlanticleonbergers.com/HTMLfiles/Upcomingevents.htm is having their Fall Specialty at Nottoway Park.
Sat & Sun 10/16 & 17 BEL AIR, MD: The Old Line State Dog Club is hosting what looks like United Kennel Club all breed conformation, obedience and weight pulls at the Heavenly Waters Equestrian Center, 608 N Tollgate Rd 410-557-8349. It looks like registration starts at 7am and the show gets going at 9am but don't quote me on it. Have fun deciphering the difficult website http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/upcoming/i-ev.shtml#october (hint: start by scrolling down to date, then Maryland) or you can email the event secretary at plottnova@aol.com .
Sat 10/16 11am- 3pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: GRREAT (Golden Retriever Rescue) Fall Picnic at Quiet Waters Park http://www.grreat.org/calendar.htm (scroll down).
Sat 10-16 2- 330pm, CHEVY CHASE, MD: The Friendship Heights Village Center is having their first Dog Day Afternoon in Hubery Humphrey Park with awards and activities. More details are promised later at http://users.erols.com/friendshiphtsvillage/ .
Sat 10/16 11am- 5pm, WASHINGTON, DC: Barracks Row Street Festival, 500- 700 blocks 8th St, SE (Capitol Hill). Bring your four-legged companion and enjoy the festivities & community dog show (at 1pm) of this outdoor festival in the heart of historic Barracks Row. Doolittle’s will be giving out free samples. This event will offer something for everyone in the community – with performances, food, music, art, and entertainment http://www.chateau-animaux.com/static_events.php .
Sun 10/17 11am- 2pm, REISTERSTOWN, MD: Paws on Parade, a 1.6 mile walk hosted by the Humane Society of Baltimore Co http://www.hsbcanimals.org/calendar.asp Located on 365 acres of beautiful rolling hillsides and fields, an agility course is available to try out, vendor alley, displays,Blessing of the Animals and (shudder) vegetarian food.
Sun 10/17 11am, RESTON, VA: Hound Hike with No Va Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/, preregistration requested.
Sun 10/17 12N- 3pm, COLUMBIA, MD: Fidos For Freedom, which provides therapy assistance dogs to those who need them, hosts their 6th Annual Stroll n' Roll at Centennial Park http://www.fidosforfreedom.org/events/current-events/2004StrollnRoll/index.php.
Tu 10/19 6pm- 8pm, NATIONWIDE: Petsmart is having a Trick or Treat costume party & contests with prizes. You can also buy a Polaroid picture and glow-in-the-dark frame for $6.95. Call to make sure your local Petsmart is participating before you show up since sometimes a rogue location will decide to be a party pooper. The ones in Annapolis and Glen Burnie are having it for sure, but I'm darned if I'm calling all of them.
Fri 10/22 & Sat 10/23, LEESBURG, VA: The Middleburg Kennel Club http://www.middleburgkc.com/mkcshows.html hosts its annual fall dog show at Oatlands Plantation. Fri boasts a Colonial Newfoundland Club http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#OCTOBER supported entry; Sat a possible NCA Regional, check the CNC website for confirmation.
Sat 10/23 9- 11am, GERMANTOWN, MD: Montgomery Co Humane Society's Bark-a-thon at Ridge Rd Recreational Park at 21155Frederick Rd. I have no idea what this entails and the website http://www.mchumane.org/calendarofevents.htm doesn't give any details either. I guess you'd have to call 240-773-5960 to find out. I also guess the below entry is part of this since they're at the same place at the same time with the same event name.
Sat 10/23 930am- 1100am GERMANTOWN, MD: Bark-a- Thon to Help Mental Illness. If you hear enough barking, it will help make you crazy, but I don't think that's what Threshold Services http://thresholdservices.org/news/feature.php had in mind for their "four-legged family fun fest" including a costume contest,games & 1 mile walk at the Ridge Rd Recreational Park 21155 Frederick Rd.
Sat 10/23 10am- 3pm, WATERFORD, VA: The Loudoun Co Animal Shelter http://www.loudoun.gov/animals/ is having its 2nd Annual Homecoming Festival with games, contests and other activities for both pets and people.
Sat 10/23 11am, SOMEWHERE, VA: Short 2 mile hike on the Spartan Trail at South Run Park (wherever that is) with NoVa Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ .
Sat 10/23 3pm, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Lake Accotink Park is throwing a Howl-o-ween Dog Talent Show, Costume Contest and Boneyard Hunt for your furry family members http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/accotink/bark.htm rain date 10/30.
Sat 10/23 5- 7pm, FREDERICK, MD: Howl n' Wine Festival hosted by the Frederick Co Humane Society. Have fun with your dog in costume while sampling wonderful local wines and catered delights under early autumn skies. It's not clear from the website http://www.fchs.org/calendar.html#walk whether this is at the shelter or at Carroll Creek Promenade like last year so if you plan to go you may want to get in touch with them first.
Sun 10/24 12N- 3pm, WASHINGTON, DC: The Washington Animal Rescue League is having their Paw Fest outside their building at 71 Oglethorpe St, NW including costume contests for kids & dogs, games, vegetarian snacks and a Doggie Fashion Show http://www.warl.org/events/ .
Wed 10/27 7pm, VIENNA, VA: Spooky Pooch contest in conjunction with the 58th Annual Vienna Halloween Parade. March a 1/2 mile, starting on Maple Ave with the rest of the participants and dress up your dog to compete in unspecified kooky categories http://ci.vienna.va.us/calendar/calendar.pl go to date and click on Halloween parade or call 703-255-6360/6356 for more info.
Th 10/29 5- 8pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Although nothing's on the website http://doggiehappyhour.com/, I'm going to assume Doggie Happy Hour will close out the season with a costume contest as they've done in the past.
Sat 10/30 930am POTOMAC, MD: Montgomery Co SPCA http://www.mcspca.org/dogwalk/details.asp is holding their Dog Walk and Pet Fair (contests, food, auctions etc) in conjunction with Potomac Day. You can tell this is taking place in a high-rent district since they want you to fork out a hefty $35.
Sat 10/30 10am- 1pm, ARLINGTON, VA: Halloween Party for dogs at Fur-Get-Me-Not featuring a costume contest, games and trick or treating http://www.furgetmenot.biz/home.html
Sat 10/30 11am- 3pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Get a howling start to Howl-o-ween at the 3rd Annual Barkin' Bash at Quiet Waters Park. You and your pooch are encouraged to come in costume to enjoy the games, food, vendors, music and more http://www.barkinbash.com/ . Keep in mind the Dog Beach and fully fenced Dog Park are near the bash site as an added bonus and all proceeds benefit the glorious Dog Park.
Sat 10/30 1- 5pm, BALTIMORE, MD: The 6th Annual Baltimore Fancy Dress Dog Costume Contest & Dog Festival takes place at the Can Company http://www.thecancompany.com/events/events.html (scroll down to date) 2400 Boston Street in Canton. The rain date is the 31st. Registration starts at 1:30 and the contest starts at 2:30. The categories for the costume contest are: Scariest, Most Original, Most Baltimorean & Matching Dog and Human, $10 to enter and all proceeds benefit the Canton Dog Park- Baltimore City,s only official dog park.Dine al fresco with your dog, vendors, info, displays, entertainment. This is the cleverest and most competitive fancy dress dog costume contest I've ever seen. Among other astonishing sights in the past was a pack of mutts dressed like a crab feast, complete with a can of Old Bay and a paper towel roll.
Sat 10/30 2- 4pm, WASHINGTON, DC: Doolittle's Chateau-Animaux will once again be sponsoring Washington, DC's favorite canine costume contest, Howl-o-ween, in Lincoln Park, East Capitol Street, Capitol Hill. FREE t-shirts to all entrants (while supplies last!). Prizes in FIVE categories for Scariest, Funniest, Best Disguise, Best Dressed and Best in Show. No prior registration needed, no entry fee! Festivities from 2-4 p.m., with the parade of costumes and judging beginning promptly at 2:30 http://www.chateau-animaux.com/static_events.php .
Sat 10/30 6- 10pm, FALLSTON, MD: Bring your whole family including your well-mannered canine friend (dogs welcome especially in costumes) to the 2nd Annual Howl-o-ween Festival at the Humane Society of Harford Co . A great evening of events is planned - music, games, moon bounce, costume judging contests includes your family dog and the shelter ones, food, candy, face painting, Doggie IQ Test, Silent Auction Items, and the famous Haunted Barn http://www.harfordshelter.org/featured_events.php .
Sat 10/30, OWINGS MILLS, MD: Hike Soldiers Delight with the K9 Trailblazers http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
Sun 10/31 8am- 2pm, BUCKEYSTOWN, MD: The Doberman Rescue folks are sponsoring a health clinic with reduced prices for: Exams, Vaccines, Heartworm testing, CBC, Thyroid Panel, Fecal exam, Microchipping, Diagnostic Chemistry Profile, Pre-Op Panel & Hips OFA Cert at the Buckeystown Veterinary Clinic. Pre registration is required http://dobe.net/events.htm .
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $1.95, shrimp $4.95) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Thurs 6-8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/events.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd. A Howl-o-ween costume party is hinted at but no date on the website as of 9/30/04.
2nd Thurs of each month ALEXANDRIA, VA: Dogs can join you on a 40 minute cruise of the Potomac River on the Miss Christin of the Potomac Riverboat Co http://www.potomacriverboatco.com/charter/MissChristin/index.html (one of the most difficult to navigate & least informative websites I've seen in a long while) which makes no mention of dogs being invited or the cruise times ( 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, 9pm ) or the price, ($8).
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 330 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html, http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm or http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Red Cross Pet First Aid classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs'
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- DC/Baltimore/Annapolis Area Sept '04 Dog Events -- X & G, 07:19:34 09/07/04 Tue (cmu-24-35-40-113.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.40.113)
September approaches and with it, hopefully, some nice cool dry weather. Those of you with Newfs, plan on attending Fall Fun Day Sat 10/9 at Downs Park in Pasadena, MD. If anyone would like to volunteer to bring something (like a pack of hotdogs & rolls,12 pack of soda or a cooler of ice) or do something (how can you resist the chance to clean- up?), please let me know.More info at http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#OCTOBER .
Fri 9/3 730pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Urban hike in Old Town with No Va Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date).
Fri 9/10- Sun 9/12, HERSHEY, PA: Disco Doggie Dance Meet hosted by the World Canine Freestyle Organization http://worldcaninefreestyle.org/Events/disco2004.htm
Sat 9/11, FAIRFAX STATION, VA: Hike Burke Lake Park with the K9 Trailblazers http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm .
Sat 9/11 11am- 4pm ANNAPOLIS, MD: The Anne Arundel Co. SPCA is having their 2nd annual dog wash which includes a brush, wash, rinse and towel dry. The cost is $10 for dogs under 20lbs, $15 for 21- 60lbs and $20 for those 61 lbs and more. You're asked to bring your own towels. http://www.aacspca.org/calendar/
Sat 9/11 12N- 5pm, MOUNT AIRY, MD: Whine and Fleas (not wine & cheese!) frisbee dog competition hosted by Mid Atlantic Disc Dogs http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mad_dogs/cal///group/mad_dogs?v=4&t=1094904000&i=59&pv=1&wt=1094342400 at the beautiful Linganore Winery http://www.linganore-wine.com/eventspage.html (scroll down to date). If you ever thought you might want to try tossing a flying disc for Rover to catch, this is the place to go (especially since you can taste some wine to make you brave) or else just marvel at the high-flying antics of the participants. If you have shade, bring it, since this is held on a grassy field and the shadow of a barn provides the only natural shade available close-by. However there is a pond a short walk away for your pooch to take a dip.
Sat 9/11 12N -4pm, ROCKVILLE, MD: Doggie Dip at the Rockville Swim Center, 355 Martins Lane, dogs must wear license tags. http://www.mchumane.org/calendarofevents.htm
Sat 9/11 2-6pm, HERNDON, VA: Herndon Dogs http://www.herndondogs.org/ is having their 2nd Annual Membership Appreciation Potluck Pooch Pool Party at the Courts of Chandon. Dogs get to swim in the pool while people get to eat but you have to be a Herndon Dogs member to attend.
Sun 9/12, LOCATION UNKNOWN: Take a fairly easy 6 mile hike along the Patapsco River to Daniels with CHAOS http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm .
Sun 9/12 1- 3pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Not content with resting after the Dog Wash the prior day, AACo SPCA is having their 84th birthday celebration, including cake, ice cream and dog games http://www.aacspca.org/calendar/ .
Mon 9/13 530- 730pm, DULLES, VA: Yappy Hour at the Washington Dulles Airport Marriott Pavilion to benefit the Homeless Animals Rescue Team http://www.hart90.com/Upcoming_Events.htm#DoggieHappyHour . Be advised they're charging $30/person admission and it's a cash bar.
Sat 9/18 900am- 130pm, ASHBURN, VA: Doggie Walk & Swim, a 4K walk around the lake followed by a swim in the pool, vendors, demos, rescue groups http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/article.asp?article=39769&paper=67&cat=115, scroll down to date.
Sat 9/18 11am- 3pm, MILLERSVILLE, MD: Don't miss the 4th Annual Parade of Paws at Kinder Farm Park put on by the Mid Atlantic Great Dane Rescue League http://www.magdrl.org/Parade04.htm . Tons of things going on including CGC/TDI testing, games, vendors, tricks class, demos, nail trimming booth & rescue groups. They have pavilions so it's held rain or shine. We've gone every year and always had a wonderful time.
Sat 9/18 7- 11pm GAITHERSBURG, MD: The Gaithersburg Washingtonian Marriott is the site for Montgomery Co. Humane Society's Dances With Dogs http://www.danceswithdogs.net/. A lavish menu,open bar, live music, auctions, contests and more await you for the $100/ticket admission price. Cocktail attire for humans and dogs can wear what they want.
Sun 9/19 930am- 5pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: You & your dog can gather with the clans at Fort Ward Park for the Scottish Heritage Fair http://accessenter.com/scotfair/ .
Sun 9/19 10am- 4pm, COCKEYSVILLE, MD: Oregon Ridge Park is the location for Dog's Day in the Park Not much is on the website http://animalrescueinc.org/ but it's been a fairly big deal in the past with food, vendors, fun etc.
Sun 9/19 1130am, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Watch the BIG dogs get off the porch at the Potomac Valley Irish Wolfhound Club's Fun Match http://www.pviwc.org/FunMatch.html.
Fri-Sun, 9/24- 26, LEESBURG, VA: Three days of AKC All Breed & Obedience dog shows at the Morven Park Equestrian Center by the Warrenton Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2004000403.HTM and Old Dominion KC http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2004003202.HTM .
Sat 9/25 9am, RESTON, VA: A staggering seventy-five dollar (yes, you read it right- $75) minimum donation is requested by the Lost Dog & Cat Foundation for you to participate in a 5K dog walk http://lostdogrescue.org/run5k.asp around Lake Fairfax Park. For that amount you should get a chaffeured limousine ride at the very least.
Sat 9/25 11am- 3pm, LEESBURG, VA: Enjoy a Day in the Park at Ida Lee Park including a Paw Crawl and Canine Expo http://www.idalee.org/pdf/2004_pr_dayinpark.pdf
Sun 9/26 10am, CHANTILLY, VA: Hound Hike`with NoVa Hiking Club at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date).
Sun 9/26 12N- 6pm, STERLING, VA: 2nd Annual Barktoberfest at Melodee Music to benefit Friends of Homeless Animals http://www.foha.org/news_and_events.htm .
Sun 9/26 12n -5pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Italian Festival http://ci.alexandria.va.us/recreation/culture/culture.html at Market Square welcomes well-behaved, leashed pets and features music, dancing, vendors food and plenty of activity.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $1.95, shrimp $4.95) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Thurs 6-8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/events.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd.
2nd Thurs of each month ALEXANDRIA, VA: Dogs can join you on a 40 minute cruise of the Potomac River on the Miss Christin of the Potomac Riverboat Co http://www.potomacriverboatco.com/charter/MissChristin/index.html (one of the most difficult to navigate & least informative websites I've seen in a long while) which makes no mention of dogs being invited or the cruise times ( 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, 9pm ) or the price, ($8).
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordnance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 330 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html, http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm or http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Red Cross Pet First Aid classes: http://www.redcrossdc.org/Online/class_registration.php?action=list&classname='First%20Aid%20for%20Cats%20and%20Dogs'
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Big Event this weekend 8/14-15/04 -- X & G, 09:31:01 08/13/04 Fri (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
The Animal Planet Expo is this weekend, Sat 8/14- Sun 8/15 from 10am- 4pm at Oregon Ridge Park in Cockeysville, MD (north of Baltimore). Apparently you can bring your dog to it, as well as the rest of the family. Admission is free and there's a lot going on, frisbee dogs, exhibits, vendors, Pet Star auditions etc. Check out the inadequate website at http://animal.discovery.com/features/expo/expo.html . Sorry for the lack of detail and forewarning but this one really snuck up on me.
Oregon Ridge Park, 13401 Beaver Dam Rd, Cockeysville, MD 21030
http://www.co.ba.md.us/Agencies/recreation/countyparks/oregonridgelodge/index.html
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Baltimore/DC/Annapolis Area June '04 Dog Events -- X & G, 09:41:04 06/02/04 Wed (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
The once- in-a-lifetime Doggie Cicada Feast should continue into June, along with a host of other dog events including a Newf Romp n' Swim on Sun 6/20 at 1pm. If you're curious about the fast & frenetic sport of flyball, check out 4 Dog Night's website at http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html where there are three nearby tournaments this month and the fur also flies in disc dog competitions with one every weekend (listed below).
Anyone interested in a 6 m/o Newf pup from an experienced, conscientious breeder, let me know.
Sat 6/5 830am, HERNDON, VA: The K9 2K Walk and Doggie Expo http://www.town.herndon.va.us/festival/default.htm is part of the 24rd Herndon Festival featuring a carnival, entertainment, activities for kids and all sorts of canine related stuff.
Sat 6/5 930am, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Parade your pooch down Hanover Ave as part of Springfield Days http://www.springfieldchamber.org/Events/Annual_Events/Springfield_Days_Community_Festival.html.
Sat 6/5 10am, MANAKIN, VA: Colonial Newf Club's Spring Fun Day! Swim in a pond with your Newf, CGC/TDI testing, fun stations for water work, agility, conformation, obedience and more http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#JUNE .
Sat 6/5 10am- 3pm, ROCKVILLE, MD: Animal Rescue Day by Montgomery Co. Humane Society http://www.mchumane.org/calendarofevents.htm . Rescue groups, MCHS Mobile Adoption Unit, Raffles, Demonstrations, Professional Photos and Microchip clinic by appointment! Please call 240-453-0624 for an appointment.
Sat 6/5 1030am, YORK, PA: Disc Dog distance/accuracy competition at Memorial Park, Edgar & Rockdale Aves http://skyhoundz.com/localschedule.htm (scroll down to PA). There may be a freestyle clinic afterwards by MAD Dogs http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mad_dogs/ .
Sat 6/5 CASANOVA, VA: Pet Fair by the Fauquier Co SPCA http://www.fauquierspca.com/main.cfm?action=events. Bring your family and your pets for a fun-filled day, including pet games, an obstacle course, a Rally demonstration, petting zoo, wildlife, pony and hay rides, Bingo the Clown, pet artists, Blanche the Clydesdale, and much, much more! This year the Pet Fair will also host a low-cost rabies clinic and a Canine Good Citizen certifier demonstration.
Sat 6/5 9am, SOMEWHERE, MD: Join CHAOS http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm to hike the Appalachian Trail with your dog.
Fri 6/11 730pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Fido Friday Hike in Old Town with the No Va Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date).
Sat 6/12 10am, FREDERICK, MD: Walk n' Wag http://www.walk-n-wag.com/walknwag/ (click green tabs near end of page for details) at Baker Park, 2nd & Bentz hosted by the Frederick Co. Humane Society features a paw reader, contests, microchipping, food and an awesome Skyhoundz http://skyhoundz.com/competition.html disc dog local championship, both distance/accuracy & freestyle at 1230.
Sat & Sun 6/12-13, HANOVER, PA: Volunteer Appreciation Days at Codorus State Park, CNC informal water practice at Codorus State Park for those selfless people who volunteer at all the water events and thus never get a chance to do it themselves http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#JUNE .
Sun 6/13 9am, SOMEWHERE, MD: Join CHAOS http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm to hike the Appalachian Trail with your dog.
Sun 6/13 1-3pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Dog Wash by Capital Animal Care http://www.petfinder.org/shelters/VA146.html .
Sun 6/13 2-3pm, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Dog Day Afternoon at Lake Accotink http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/accotink/events.htm where you can take your dog for a ride around the lake in the mighty pontoon boat.
Mon 6/14 630- 830pm, WASHINGTON, DC: Party with the Adams Morgans dogs http://www.amdogs.org/pages/8/index.htm at Chief Ike's Mambo Room http://www.greatidea.com/chiefike/index.htm .
Th- Sun 6/17- 20, LEESBURG, VA: Enjoy four days of fun and numerous activities with your dog at Camp Jackpot http://www.campjackpot.com/info.html.
Fri 6/18 730- 930am, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Loew's Annapolis Hotel, 126 West St, hosts its annual Bark Breakfast sponsored by "Big Dogs". Vendors, Big Dogs fashion show (dog & human), silent auction, continental breakfast for humans, buffet for dogs, bark briefcase (full of goodies), $30 per "pet set" ie one human & one dog, proceeds to the AASPCA. More info 410-295-3201.
Sat 6/19 9am- 3pm, REISTERSTOWN, MD: Bark in the Park Canine Games hosted by the Humane Society of Balto Co. http://www.hsbcanimals.org/calendar.asp Games, contests, vendors, demos, raffles, music and terrible vegetarian food. The website also says "Your animal can be taped for a chance to appear on Pet Star!".
Sat 6/19 11am, WHITE STONE, VA: Disc Dog competition, freestyle and distance/accuracy at the White Stone Firehouse Field, Windmill Point Rd sponsored by Skyhoundz http://skyhoundz.com/localschedule.htm (scroll down to VA) and MAD Dogs http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mad_dogs/.
Sat 6/19 11am- 3pm, CENTREVILLE, VA: Caring Hands Animal Hospital's http://www.caringhandsvet.com/tails.htm open house. No details for this year yet but last year they had a dog wash and more.
Sat 6/19 7pm, WASHINGTON, DC: Bark Ball- Admit it...you always wanted to wear your off-white crepe de chine evening gown and dance with your hairy, black Newfoundland. Well, for a mere $200 you can and also enjoy a sit-down dinner in lavish surroundings at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. Did I mention you can bring your dog? The Washington Humane Society takes an upscale approach to fundraising with this fascinating canine/human social occasion http://barkball.com/.
Sun 6/20 1pm, PASADENA, MD: NEWF ROMP n' SWIM! Turn your webfooted slobberhound loose on the Dog Beach of Downs Park http://web.aacpl.net/rp/parks/dp/index.html to burn off some of that pent up energy and to play and socialize with other Newfs. The dog beach is located in the northeast (upper right on map) corner of the park.
Fri- Mon 6/25-28, BEL ALTON, MD: The Blue Crab Cluster is four days worth of all breed and obedience dog shows at the Charles Co. Fairgrounds hosted by the Southern Md Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2004172901.HTM and Rock Creek Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2004060101.HTM .
Fri 6/25 NATIONWIDE: Take Your Dog To Work Day-thousands of participating companies...is yours one of them? Bound to improve customer relations, increase sales and raise morale, more at http://www.petsit.com/tydtwd/default.asp .
Fri 6/25 7- 9pm, ROCKVILLE, MD: Bow Wow Luau (food, prizes, fun) at Ana'a Ark Doggie Daycare http://www.anasark.com/.
Sat 6/26 8am, MECHANICSVILLE, MD: St Mary's Animal Welfare League benefits from the 3rd Annual Animal Day 5K and Fun Walk at Summerseat Sanctuary http://smawl.org/ .
Sat 6/26 530pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Watch in amazement as acrobatic dogs snatch flying discs out of the air at Truxton Park, Collison Field, Primrose Rd, http://skyhoundz.com/localschedule.htm (scroll down to MD) and MAD Dogs http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mad_dogs/ . Who knows, you could be inspired to try it yourself with your own pooch.
Sat 6/26 7pm, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Hound Hike around Lake Accotink, Wakefield Park with No Va Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date).
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $1.95, shrimp $4.95) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Thurs 6-8pm WASHINGTON, DC: Doggie Style Happy Hour http://www.doggiestylebakery.com/funevents/events.htm on the covered patio of Adams Mill Bar & Grill, 18th & Columbia Rd.
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Every Sat GLEN BURNIE, MD: The Ordinance Rd Petsmart 410-582-9444 has indoor Play Sessions, 130-230 for small dogs & puppies, 330- 330 for everydog else. Call ahead first because times can change. Some of the other Petsmarts have these too.
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html, http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm http://ukcdogs.com/dogevents/,
or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- DC/Annapolis/Baltimore Area Jan '04 Dog Events -- Gomez & Xavier, 00:24:02 01/02/04 Fri (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
A Happy New Year to all of you! Too bad there's not much (as usual) going on in January, but still a few things.
Plan Ahead: If you want to know more about clicker training and are willing to travel to the Philadelphia area to do so, check out the Karen Pryor 3 day Clicker Expo http://clickertraining.com/clickerexpo/east/ held Mar 26- 28 with early bird discounts for those registering on or before Jan 5.
Sat & Sun 1/3-4, GLOUCESTER, VA: RSK's 4th annual NewYear's weight pull http://www.iwpa.net/calendar.htm . OK, so it's a ways off but if you're interested in these, they're few and far between.
Sun 1/4 FREDERICK, MD: Hike with your dog and CHAOS http://www.chaoshikers.org/trips.htm on Catoctin Trail at Gambrills State Park.
Sun 1/11 WYE ISLAND, MD: Or somewhere on the Eastern Shore of MD, there's a CHAOS hike http://www.chaoshikers.org/trips.htm.
Wed 1/14 and beyond, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Lake Accotink Park is offering dog trick classes beginning the week of Jan 14, http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm scroll down.
Sat 1/17 2pm RESTON, VA: Hound Hike at Twin Branches http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ scroll down to date.
Sat 1/17 McLEAN, VA: Wouldn't you know there's another dog hike on the same day near the same area? This one is at Great Falls Park with the K9 Trailblazers http://www.k9trailblazers.org/shedule.htm
Sun 1/18 2-3pm, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Now this is an intriguing event- take your dog on a cruise of Lake Accotink on their "mighty pontoon boat". Looks like they want you to pre-register so go to http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/bark.htm for details.
Sat 1/24 10- 12N, ARLINGTON, VA: Expand your skills in this 2 hour workshop on Canine Massage held by Pawsitive Touch http://www.pawsitivetouch.com/events.html at Fur-Get-Me-Not Dog Daycare.
Sun 1/25 12N- 4pm, CROWNSVILLE, MD: The Canine Fitness Center is having a 4 hour canine first aid/CPR class, $49 in advance. The instructor is Gus Becce, a nurse and former Montgomery Co. EMT who's been teaching both human & pet classes for 12 years. In 1998 he was cited for the resuscitation of a dog saved from a house fire in Silver Spring. More info may be on website http://caninefitnesscenter.com or call 410-923-7946. If you go, you'll have a chance to also check out the marvelous indoor swimming pools your dog will delight in using.
Sun 2/1 10am- 2pm, LAUREL, MD: Fidos For Freedom offers CGC/TDI testing and pet portraits for those looking for an alternative to Superbowl madness http://www.fidosforfreedom.org/ , scroll down to end.
Sat & Sun 2/7 & 8 10am, TIMONIUM, MD: Don't miss the fabulous World of Pets Expo http://worldofpets.org/ at the MD State Fairgrounds featuring shows, demos, seminars, food and vendors galore. We've gone every year they've had it and always had a ball, plus bought a lot of stuff at good prices. Yes, you can take your dog to enjoy it all with you and haul the loot. I figure I pay for it so he can carry it.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md.
Every Sat 9am-11pm, puppy parties, Arlington, Va http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html
Interested in Agility? Go to http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- DC/Baltimore/Annapolis Area April '04 Dog Events -- G & X, 16:24:40 03/26/04 Fri (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
The doggie social calendar starts to gear up with the advent of better weather, including a Newf Romp n' Swim at the Dog Beach of Downs Park in Pasadena, MD at 1pm on Sat 4/17.
Sun 3/28 7am, LEESBURG, VA: Colonial Newf Club's draft test at Oatlands Plantation http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm . If you want to see what happens at one of these first hand, you can always volunteer to be a steward.
Sun 3/28 11am-2pm, BALTIMORE, MD: March for the Animals held by the MD SPCA http://www.mdspca.org/walkathon/walk_a_thon.htm at the Johns Hopkins University Homewood campus. This one is HUGE! You don't have to walk the pleasant 1.5 mi route, just come and enjoy the games, vendors, entertainment, food, demos, $25 micro-chipping and especially the sights! And yes, there's free parking.
Sun & Mon, 3/28 & 3/29 8am-4pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: The Potomac Valley Irish Wolfhound Club http://www.pviwc.org/Specialty.html has their regional specialty at Quiet Waters Park.
Fri- Sun, 4/2-4, CHANTILLY, VA: Super Pet Expo http://www.superpetexpo.com/index.php at the Dulles Expo Center has a plethora of activities, entertainment and products for you, your family and your dog who is also invited to attend.
Sat 4/3 MCLEAN, VA: Help clean up Turkey Run Park with the K9 Trailblazers http://www.k9trailblazers.org/turkey_run/tr_worktrip_040304.htm . Not only can you hike through this lovely park on the Potomac, you can pick up and haul trash too!
Sun 4/4 PRINCE FREDERICK, MD: Dog show, all breed and obedience at the Calvert Co Fairgrounds by Chesapeake Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2004241101.HTM .
Sun 4/4 2pm, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Lake Accotink Park http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/accotink/events.htm (scroll down to date) hosts a spring bonnet contest, parade and bone hunt for dogs. $6 includes all this and a digital photo of your dog with the Easter Bunny.
Tues, 4/6 5- 8pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://www.doggiehappyhour.com/ resumes at the Holiday Inn Select in Old Town every Tues & Th from 5- 8pm through October (more details in Recurring Events below). Enjoy the pup treats, people treats and special prices along with the incredible ambiance of a courtyard filled with excited dogs.
Fri 4/9 730pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Fido Friday Hike with NVHC http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date) in downtown Old Town.
Sat 4/10 930am, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Disc Dogathon! Admire the canines of Skyhoundz flying through the air to catch discs or be brave and enter with your own pooch. A lot of different types of events are offered at this one. Fun for the whole family. http://skyhoundz.com/localschedule.htm and scroll down to Md.
Mon & Tu 4/12 & 13, FREDERICKSBURG, VA: AKC Dog Shows, all breed and obedience, Greater Fredericksburg KC http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2004103901.HTM .
Th 4/15 FREDERICK, MD: AKC Dog Show, all breed and obedience, Catoctin Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2004241001.HTM .
Sat 4/17 1pm, PASADENA, MD: NEWF ROMP n' SWIM! Turn your hairy beast loose on the Dog Beach of Downs Park http://web.aacpl.net/rp/parks/dp/index.html to burn off some of that pent up energy and to play and socialize with other Newfs. The dog beach is located in the northeast (upper right on map) corner of the park.
Sat 4/17 GREAT FALLS, VA: Hound Hike at Riverbend Park http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/nature.htm#30 with NVHC http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ scroll down to date.
Sat 4/17 LEESBURG, VA: AKC Dog shows, all breed & obedience, Old Dominion KC http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2004003201.HTM
Sun 4/18 TIMONIUM, MD: AKC Dog Show, all breed and obedience, Baltimore Co. Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2004153001.HTM .
Sat 4/24 10am- 5pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Dogs can come to the Earth Day celebration at Quiet Waters Park http://www.aacounty.org/RecParks/Parks/quiet_waters_park/index.cfm. Lots of activities going on and free park admission. If you haven't already been there, take the opportunity to check out the fenced, off-leash Dog Park and nearby Dog Beach.
Sat 4/24 11am, BOWIE, MD: Skyhoundz disc dog competition http://skyhoundz.com/localschedule.htm (scroll down to Md) at Acorn Hill Park, 3209 Stonybrook Dr (beside Bowie Community Center).
Sat 4/24 12N- 3pm, GAITHERSBURG, MD: The city of Gaithersburg puts on their Bark in the Park http://www.ci.gaithersburg.md.us/poi/default.asp?POI_ID=577&TOC=107;84;99;577; at Bohrer Park, Summit Hill Farm featuring a bone hunt, parade, dog trick trainer, obstacle course and photo booth, all for $8.
Sat & Sun 4/24-25, UPPER MARLBORO, MD: Cherry Blossom Classic Dog Show for ARBA (American Rare Breed Association) http://arba.org/ held at the Show Place Arena. This show features those rare breeds you don't often see around town and is a Specialty (meaning you should see more of them) for some, including Mini Australian Shepherds, Tibetan Mastiffs & Cane Corsos.
Sat 5/1 830 or 930am, RESTON, VA: Pet Fiesta http://petfiesta.org/welcome.cfm , and Mutt Strut http://www.spcanova.org/. There seems to be a discrepancy as to when this combo of pet fair and fundraising walk actually starts, so if you're planning to go you might want to check to see if they've reached an accord closer to the event date.
Sun 5/2 11am, WHEATON, MD: Paws in the Park, Montgomery Co Humane Society http://www.mchumane.org/specialevents.html
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $1.95, shrimp $4.95) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Mar '04 Dog Events-Annapolis/Baltimore/DC Area -- G & X, 12:51:17 03/03/04 Wed (NoHost/24.35.42.239)
Sniff? Could that be Spring I smell? Or does Gomez have gas again...Whatever it is, there's reason to believe the cold may eventually leave so we can have fun outside with our dogs without freezing our keesters off. Let's hope it does so in time for the first Newf Romp n' Swim of the year on March 21, info below.
Sat 3/6 9am-3pm, MANASSAS, VA: The Nokesville Horse Society http://www.nhs-inc.org/ (you'll have to keep clicking to get to event details) is having a tack swap at Southern States (703-368-2165) which also includes a rabies clinic ($10) and fun dog contests at noon. Plus you get a discount on anything you buy at the store.
Sat 3/6, CHANTILLY, VA: Hound Hike, Northern Va Hiking Club at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park http://members.aol.com/nvhc/, scroll way down to the date.
Sat 3/6 10:30am -2:30pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Fun Dog Show followed by the St Patricks Day Parade hosted by the Ballyshaners http://www.ballyshaners.org/ and the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria http://alexandriaanimals.org/~awla/special_events.cfm . Enter (or watch) one of the many fun and silly contests (described on the AWLA page), then join the parade in dog-friendly Old Town.
Sun 3/7 10am, MARBURY, MD: Hike beautiful Purse State Park http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/southern/purse.html in Charles Cty, MD with CHAOS http://www.chaoshikers.org/EventSchedule.htm.
Sat 3/13 9am-4pm, GAITHERSBURG, MD: Colonial Newf Club's draft run-through and workshop http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm.
Sun 3/14 1130am, WASHINGTON, DC: The hypocritical Humane Society of the United States wants to encourage you to form a stronger bond with your dog by leaving him home alone when you go to Pet Fest http://www.petfestamerica.org/. Bah humbug.
Sun 3/14 12n- 3pm, WASHINGTON, DC: The enormous DC St Patrick's Day http://dcstpatsparade.com/parade_info.html parade celebrates its 33nd year. You and your dog can enjoy the festivities and watch the parade march down Constitution Ave from 7th to 17th.
Sun 3/14 2pm, BALTIMORE, MD: Another St Pat's Day parade to go to with your dog, the Baltimore St Patrick's day starts at N. Charles & W. Centre St and includes a 5k run somewhere in the vicinity. You'll need the luck o' the Irish to navigate the difficult website http://www.stpatrickdayparade.com/parade.html for details.
Fri 3/19 5-630pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Burning of the Socks ceremony marking the official change of season for the sailing crowd. Participants are asked to bring their best hat, best dog and worst winter socks, the latter to be sacrificed to the flames. Takes place at Capt Sadler Park located on the Barge House Grounds at 723 2nd St in Eastport http://annapolismaritimemuseum.com/calendar.htm .
Sat 3/20 9am- 4pm, BALTIMORE, MD: Oriole Dog Training Club is holding a Clicker/Rally Seminar http://www.orioledogclub.org/seminars/Clicker_Rally_Seminar.htm, pre-reg by 3/5.
Sat 3/20 10am- 1pm, CHANTILLY, VA: SPCA of No. Va. http://www.spcanova.org/events.htm is holding their semi-annual tattoo clinic at Weber's Pet Supermarket. $15 in advance, $18 for walk-ins. The website also has a good explanation of the tattoo process and why it won't hurt, unlike the time you got that giant hula dancer engraved on your back after you drank too much tequila.
Sat 3/20 1030am- 130pm, COLLEGE PARK, MD: Dog Owner Education Brunch, featuring a canine first aid how-to demo, holistic dog care lecture and, of course, a delicious brunch. All for only $35 and hosted by Mid Atlantic Great Dane Rescue http://mid-atlanticdanerescue.com/MD_Brunch.html. Not strictly a Dog Event, since dogs aren't invited, but it promises to be informative and helpful.
Sat 3/20 4-7 pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: GRREAT's 3rd annual Golden Happy Tails Hour http://www.grreat.org/ at Paws Pet Boutique & Before & After. All dogs and their servants are welcome to enjoy treats, silent auction, raffle door prizes and games.
Sat 3/20, DICKERSON, MD: Hike Sugarloaf Mtn with the K9 Trailblazers http://www.k9trailblazers.org/sugarloaf/sugarloaf_hike_032004.htm .
Sun 3/21 1pm, PASADENA, MD: NEWF ROMP n' SWIM! Turn your hairy beast loose on the Dog Beach of Downs Park http://web.aacpl.net/rp/parks/dp/index.html to burn off some of that pent up energy and to play and socialize with other Newfs.
Sun 3/28 7am, LEESBURG, VA: Colonial Newf Club's draft test at Oatlands Plantation http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm .
Sun 3/28 11am-2pm, BALTIMORE, MD: March for the Animals held by the MD SPCA http://www.mdspca.org/walkathon/walk_a_thon.htm at the Johns Hopkins University Homewood campus. This one is HUGE! You don't have to walk the pleasant 1.5 mi route, just come and enjoy the games, vendors, entertainment, food, demos, $25 micro-chipping and especially the sights! And yes, there's free parking.
Sun & Mon, 3/28 & 3/29 8am-4pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: The Potomac Valley Irish Wolfhound Club http://www.pviwc.org/Specialty.html has their regional specialty at Quiet Waters Park.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting. It hasn't permitted much lately.
Every Sat 9am-11pm, puppy parties, Arlington, Va http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html
Links to specialized activities not covered above:
Weight Pulls: http://iwpa.net/index.html
Flyball: http://www.geocities.com/flyball4dn/4dnevents.html
Agility:http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Feb '04 Annapolis/Baltimore/DC Area Dog Events -- G & X, 00:07:07 02/02/04 Mon (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
Cold & icy enough for you? Haha, just remember last year and hope we don't have another one like it. Below are the few Feb. highlights.
Looking for free, quick amusement? Go here http://www.masodigitalstudio.com/iconstory/ and hit "play" for a wishful look at your computer's desktop display. If it says anything about downloading Chinese characters, just hit cancel - it works fine without doing this.
Sun 2/1 10am- 2pm, LAUREL, MD: Fidos For Freedom offers CGC/TDI testing and pet portraits for those looking for an alternative to Superbowl madness http://www.fidosforfreedom.org/ .
Sat & Sun 2/7 & 8 10am, TIMONIUM, MD: Don't miss the fabulous World of Pets Expo http://worldofpets.org/ at the Md State Fairgrounds featuring shows, demos, seminars, food and vendors galore. We've gone every year they've had it and always had a ball, plus bought a lot of stuff at good prices. Yes, you can take your dog to enjoy it all with you and haul the loot. I figure I pay for it so he can carry it.
Sun 2/8 2pm, RESTON, VA: Enjoy a 2 mile hike at Fox Mill Park http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ scroll down to date.
Sat 2/14 & Sun 2/15, BALTIMORE, MD: Annapolis Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2004082301.HTM and Maryland KC host an indoor all-breed AKC dog show at the Fifth Regiment Armory.
Mon 2/16, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Really got cabin fever? Then go to the George Washington celebration http://www.washingtonbirthday.net/html/events.html in dog friendly Old Town Alexandria, including a parade at 1pm.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md weather permitting. It hasn't permitted much lately.
Every Sat 9am-11pm, puppy parties, Arlington, Va http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html
Interested in Agility? Go to http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Baltimore/DC/Annapolis Area Dec '03 Dog Events -- Gomez & Xavier, 21:39:43 11/27/03 Thu (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
Despite the frantic holiday season and cold weather, there's actually some fun dog happenings this month. In addition, all kinds of places are offering pet photos with Santa, way too many for me to list. Check your local pet store, shelter, vet, pets-on-wheels etc. Also if you need a nice calendar for 2004, Fidos For Freedom has them available at http://www.fidosforfreedom.org/ featuring the therapy dogs who help make life better for people with disabilities.
Fri 11/28 1030am, RESTON, VA: March in the Reston Town Center Holiday Parade with Reston Dogs http://www.restondogs.org/pages/events/parade.cfm
Sun 11/30 10am, HEREFORD, MD: Shake off some of that Thanksgiving fat by hiking Gun Powder Falls State Park with CHAOS http://www.chaoshikers.org/trips.htm
Sat 12/6 8am, MCLEAN, VA: Reindog parade http://www.chamberhub.com/cgi/foxweb.dll/commcale/99profile?caleid=157&cc=GMLCC at Langley Shopping Center.
Sat 12/6 12N- 3pm, GREAT MILLS, MD: The St Mary's Animal Welfare League has managed to mildly suprise me by being daring enough to host the Jingle Bell Dog Walk http://www.smawl.org/ in December at Chancellor's Run Park http://www.co.saint-marys.md.us/recreate/facilities/chancellorsrunpark.asp. Plus, it's free although they hope you'll be generous enough to donate something in appreciation for the walk, vendors, contests and more.
Sat 12/6 2pm, GREAT FALLS, VA: Hound Hike at Riverbend Park with the Hiking Club of Northern Va http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ scroll down to date.
Sun 12/7 9am, BURKITTSVILLE, MD: Hike Gathland State Park with your dog and CHAOS http://www.chaoshikers.org/trips.htm
Sun 12/7 2pm, BALTIMORE, MD: March in the Mayor's Christmas Parade http://www.mayorschristmasparade.com/ with the Colonial Newfoundland Club http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#DECEMBER if you have a Newf; come and watch if you don't. Pyrs can be painted with black spots and Saints & Berners can cover up the brown with black to attempt to pass for Newfs.
For those of you who are as confused by the directions on the websites as I was, CNC meets at 1pm in the parking lot at Poly/Western High School at 1400 W. Cold Spring Lane, Baltimore, MD 21209. Plug that address into http://maps.yahoo.com/maps (or whatever your favorite mapping site is) and then your address for customized directions . Be advised that it looks to me like the parade route and back to the parking lot seems to be about 3 miles total, so wear your most comfortable shoes and bring water for your dog.
Sat 12/13 10 am, PORT REPUBLIC, MD: Hike the American Chestnut Land Trust with your dog and CHAOS http://www.chaoshikers.org/trips.htm
Sat 12/13 12N- 4pm, LUCKETTS, VA: Intro to agility for puppies up to 9 m/o at Skyrocket Cockers http://www.mfrye.com/skyrocket/direct.html. Cost is $50 per team (you & your pup) and if the weather's nasty, they'll hold it indoors.
Sat 12/13, PG COUNTY SOMEWHERE: PG Co. Pets On Wheels is holding their annual Christmas Party. Nothing but the date is on the website http://pgpetsonwheels.org/calendar.htm as of yet.
Sat & Sun 12/13-14 10am- 4pm, GETTYSBURG, PA: Christmas Tree Festival featuring family fun and arts and crafts along with the cart-pulling (or walk-around friendly) dogs of the Colonial Newfoundland Club http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#DECEMBER at Seven Springs Tree Farm.
Sun 12/14 11am- 2pm, FREDERICK, MD: Annual Howliday Party hosted by GRREAT http://www.grreat.org/03howlidayparty.htm featuring food, games, costume parade, gift exchange and photos with Santa.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md.
Every Sat 9am-11pm, puppy parties, Arlington, Va http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html
Interested in Agility? Go to http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Nov '03 Dog Events Annapolis/Baltimore/DC Area -- No name, 10:28:23 10/31/03 Fri (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
It's getting cold, and dark early, making it more difficult to get out and do fun things with your dog, but there's still some opportunities out there. Besides, the dog doesn't mind the cold and you can always buy a warmer coat. And hat. And gloves.
Sat 11/1 10am- 4pm ANNAPOLIS, MD: Colonial Dog Show at the Hammond Harwood House http://www.hammondharwoodhouse.org/Special_Events.htm featuring a Parade of Dog Breeds from the Colonial Era, dog treats, crafts, and other items. I've been assured by a committee member that you can bring your dog to this. UPDATE: No, you can't.
Sat 11/1 11am- 4pm, ARLINGTON, VA: Grand Opening of Fur-Get Me Not doggy daycare and training http://www.furgetmenot.biz/home.html featuring contests and prizes.
Sat 11/1, RESTON, VA: Hound Hike with No. Va. Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date) around Lake Fairfax.
Sat 11/1 6- 10pm, FALLSTON, MD: Join the Humane Society of Harford Co. http://www.harfordshelter.org/howlaween.gif in their first annual Howl-o-ween celebration with music, food, games and costumes, all for only $10 for you, pets are free.
Sat & Sun 11/1 & 11/2, ASSATEAGUE, MD: Overnight backpacking trip with CHAOS http://www.chaoshikers.org/trips.htm .
Sun 11/2 12n- 3pm, ELLICOTT CITY/COLUMBIA MD: Stroll n' Roll- walk (and more) around Centennial Park to benefit Fidos For Freedom http://www.fidosforfreedom.org/ which provides therapy assistance dogs to those who need them. They're asking for a reasonable $10 registration fee which includes a sports water bottle.
Sun 11/2 1- 5pm, CROWNSVILLE, MD: The Canine Fitness Center is having a 4 hour first aid/CPR class, $49 in advance. The instructor is Gus Becce, a nurse and former Montgomery Co. EMT who's been teaching both human & pet classes for 12 years. In 1998 he was cited for the resuscitation of a dog saved from a house fire in Silver Spring. More info will be on website http://caninefitnesscenter.com/ or call 410-923-7946.
Sun 11/2 OWINGS MILLS, MD: Hike Soldiers Delight with CHAOS http://www.chaoshikers.org/trips.htm .
Mon 11/3 7pm, VIENNA, VA: Doggie Fashion Show at Happy Tails Dog Spa http://www.happytailsdogspa.com/boutique.htm . I'm not sure if your own dog is invited, so if you're interested ask these guys.
Fri- Sun, 11/7- 9, SALISBURY, MD: AKC dog shows at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center hosted by the Salisbury Maryland Kennel Club and Mispillion Kennel Club
http://www.infodog.com/panels/md.htm.
Sat 11/8 12n, ANNAPOLIS, MD: The rebellious Maritime Republic of Eastport again attempts to assert its independence from tyranny of Annapolis in the Tug of War Slaughter Across the Water http://themre.org/tug2003/index.htm. The action starts at the crack o' noon at the city dock on the Annapolis side and Second Street on the Eastport side. A community party follows on Second Street featuring food, drink, sights, and music. Dogs are considered full citizens of the MRE and thus are encouraged to attend.
Sat & Sun, 11/8 & 9, 10am-5pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Quiet Waters Park Arts Festival http://web.aacpl.net/rp/parks/QuietWaters/programs/artsfest.htm featuring arts, crafts, music. View the creativity of artists of various media in a mostly outdoor setting, then head for the dog park and dog beach. Food is available and park admission is free these two days.
Fri - Sun, 11/14- 16, EASTON, MD: A myriad of activities and sights at the Waterfowl Festival http://www.waterfowlfestival.org including retriever demos. Not strictly a dog-focused event but said to be dog friendly and fun for you and your pet.
Sat 11/15 12n- 3pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Auditions for Pax TV's http://www.pax.tv/ new show "Animal Tails" held at Alexandria Toyota http://alexandriatoyota.com/ and hosted by local deejays Murphy and Cash from Big 100 FM.
Sat 11/15, BRANDYWINE, MD: Hike Cedarville State Forest with the K9 Trailblazers http://www.k9trailblazers.org/cedarville/cedarville_hike_111503.htm.
Th, Fri, Sat, Sun, 11/20-23, WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD: The Maryland Turkey Cluster http://www.infodog.com/panels/md.htm, four days of AKC dog shows at the Howard Co. Fairgrounds . Yes, you can bring your dog, but bring water or a container you can fill up in the restroom.
Sat 11/22, BALTIMORE, MD: Baltimore's Thanksgiving Parade http://baltimoreevents.org/calendar/events/thanksgiving.html. OK, so it's not really a dog event, but you can bring your dog, watch the parade and amble around downtown and the inner harbor.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Interested in Agility? Go to http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Oct '03 Updates -- X & G, 11:25:28 10/18/03 Sat (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
A few more events have trickled in from those who believe "better late than never".
BTW, if anyone is interested in Glycoflex III ( glucosamine & chondroitin- details at http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_Display.cfm?siteid=0&pCatId=1118&ref=ODog&subref=DF ) for the bargain price of $30/bottle, email Larry lberlin@comcast.net .
Sat 10/18 930am- 1130am WHEATON, MD: Bark-a- Thon to Help Mental Illness. If you hear enough barking, it will help make you crazy, but I don't think that's what Threshold Services had in mind for their "four-legged family fun fest" at Wheaton Regional Park. More info call Heidi Coons 301-752-1102 x45.
Fri 10/24 7pm, WASHINGTON, DC: 5th Annual Halloween Howl http://www.halloweenhowl.org/details.htm at the Ritz-Carlton features dinner, dancing & costume contests for you & your pet to benefit People Animals Love. Oops-almost forgot to mention it also includes cocktails of which you may need several after shelling out the $185 for you and $10 for your dog.
Sat 10/25 GREENBELT, MD: A six mile hike around Greenbelt Park with the K9 Trailblazers http://www.k9trailblazers.org/greenbelt/greenbelt_hike_102503.htm
Sat 10/25 7pm, WASHINGTON, DC: Capital Animal Care finally has decided on the details of its Howl-o-ween Ball. It's going to be at the Marriot Metro Center, cost $65 for you and your dog, and feature hors d'oeurves (both canine & human), costume contests, various games and more http://www.howloweenball.com/
Sun 10/26 12N -3pm, POTOMAC, MD: Montgomery Co Humane Society's http://www.mchumane.org/calendarofevents.htm Family Fun Day at the Potomac Community Center. I have no idea what this entails and the website doesn't give any details either. I guess you'd have to call 240-773-5960 to find out.
Wed 10/29 7pm, VIENNA, VA: Spooky Pooch contest in conjunction with the 57th Annual Vienna Halloween Parade. March a 1/2 mile with the rest of the participants and dress up your dog to compete in unspecified kooky categories http://www.gooddogz.org/parade.htm .
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Annapolis/Balto/DC Area Dog Events Oct '03 -- G & X, 14:51:49 09/26/03 Fri (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
October is the month of the most glorious dog holiday of the year, Howl-o-ween. Start thinking about a costume if you haven't done so already. Along with the events listed here, keep in mind that many local pet stores also have costume contests, frequently with very little competition. Gomez once won a $25 gift card merely by wearing a saddle and bandanna.
Fri & Sat 9/26 & 27, RECTORTOWN, VA: Warrenton Kennel Club All Breed & Obedience Dog Show http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2003000401.HTM
Sat 9/27 11am ROCKVILLE, MD: National Capital Air Canines http://discdog.com/ State Challenge at Lake Needwood. Watch talented dogs fly through the air to catch frisbees or you and your dog can try it yourselves, registration starts at 10am. Directions http://discdog.com/events/sfling/index.html .
Sat 9/27 11am- 4pm, LEESBURG, VA: Paw Crawl & Canine Expo in conjunction with Ida Lee Park's Day in the Park http://www.idalee.org/events/dayinthepark.htm . A chili cook off, big truck display, arts & crafts and more.
Sat & Sun 9/27-28, HANOVER, PA: Colonial Newfoundland Club's Water Rescue Tests at Lake Codorus http://www.cncnewfs.com/Microsoft%20Word%20-%202003PremiumList.pdf
Sun 9/28 LEESBURG, VA: Old Dominion KC All Breed & Obedience Dog Show http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2003003203.HTM
Sun 9/28 1030 am -3pm, COCKEYSVILLE, MD: Oregon Ridge Park is the location for Dog's Day in the Park http://animalrescueinc.org/. Not much info on the website, but it's been a fairly big deal in the past.
Sat 10/4 10am- 3pm, WATERFORD, VA: The Loudoun Co. Animal Shelter http://inetdocs.loudoun.gov/animals/docs/news_/homecomingfesti/office2k/office2k.htm is having its 1st Annual Homecoming Festival with activities for dogs and people.
Sat 10/4 12n- 6pm WASHINGTON, DC: Barracks Row Street Festival http://www.warl.org/events/?PHPSESSID=322ca03aefd8f6b6ee399e318ffa0c53 Bring your four-legged companion and enjoy the festivities of this outdoor festival in the heart of historic Barracks Row main street. Doolittle’s will be giving out free samples of great pet foods, treats and free Halloween bandanas for dogs. This event will offer something for everyone in the community – with performances, food, art, and entertainment!
Sat 10/4 2pm BURKE, VA: Hound Hike with No. Va. Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ around Burke Lake Park.
Sat 10/4 ALEXANDRIA, VA: The Canine Freestyle (dancing) Federation's website says they're having a show at the Lee District Recreation Center. Irritatingly, that's about all it says. I guess you have to email dmdoxies@rap.midco.net if you want to find out more.
Sun 10/5 12 noon, FAIRFAX, VA: Paws for a Cause 3K walk through the shady streets of Fairfax to benefit Fairfax Pets On Wheels http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/service/aaa/pow.htm . Meet at Webers Pet Supermarket.
Sun 10/5 1- 3pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Capital Animal Care is having a dog wash http://www.petfinder.org/shelters/VA146.html . On the same page, they say they're having a Howl-o-ween Masquerade Ball only they don't know when or where as of 9/26/03.
Sun 10/5 NATIONWIDE: The first Sunday in October is when many churches celebrate the Feast of St Francis, patron saint of animals, and some of them hold a Blessing of the Animals on this day. Check out your local churches (usually Catholic & Episcopal) if you're interested.
Fri 10/10- Sat 10/11 8am- 6pm, WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD: Two days of AKC all breed conformation and obedience dog shows by the Catonsville Kennel Club at the Howard Co. Fairgrounds http://www.infodog.com/panels/md.htm
***SPECIAL EVENT! *** Sat 10/11 10am- 3pm PASADENA, MD: The Newfoundland Social Event of the year!!! Colonial Newfoundland Club's FALL FUN DAY takes place at the Fernwood Pavilion of Downs Park (8311 John Downs Loop, Pasadena, MD 21122) , overlooking the Chesapeake Bay. All Newfs, Newf housemates, Newf friends and Newf wannabes are invited. Pack a lunch ( grills available), bring water & poop bags for the dogs, park in the last lot on the right. Silly games & contests (among them longest drool string, who-will-eat-anything, bag over the head recall, Newf agility course, biggest neck, fastest sit etc), trail walk (carts welcome), indoor plumbing, a nearby Dog Beach and lots of hair and drool. Details, including a park map and directions, are available at http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#OCTOBER or email me (event chair) for even more info.
Sat 10/11 VIENNA, VA: The Mid- Atlantic Leonberger Club http://www.malcleodogs.com/HTMLfiles/Upcomingevents.htm is having their Fall Specialty at Nottoway Park.
Sat 10/11 9am, CHESAPEAKE CITY, MD: 1st Annual Run/Walk to benefit the Cecil Co. SPCA http://cecilcountyspca.org/5krun.html .
Sat 10/11 11am-2pm COLUMBIA, MD: Walk For Paws to benefit Animal Advocates of Howard Co http://www.animal-advocates.org/whatsnew.html at Lake Elkhorn. Flyball demo, displays, food,$20 micro chipping, canine massage and caricatures, pet communicator, breed rescue etc and former Oriole Boog Powell.
Sat 10/11 & Sun 10/12 10am MECHANICSVILLE, VA: Weight pull http://www.iwpa.net/calendar.htm under the auspices of the Richmond Dog Owners Group. Proceeds to benefit an un-named charity.
Sun 10/12 STRASBURG, VA: The Potomac Valley Bernese Mountain Dog Club http://www.pvbmdc.org/new_page_12.htm offers a draft workshop in the morning and match in the afternoon for the extremely reasonable price of $20. Open to all working breeds. Equipment and experienced advice will be available. Prereg by 10/6.
Sat 10/18 5- 7pm FREDERICK, MD: Howl 'n' Wine Festival at Carroll Creek Promenade features samples from local caterers & vineyards plus a costume contest for you and your dog, all to benefit the Frederick Co. Humane Society http://www.fchs.org/howl.htm .
Sat 10/18 7pm- 11pm, GAITHERSBURG, MD: Dances With Dogs put on by the Montgomery Co Humane Society http://www.danceswithdogs.net/ at the Gaithersburg Washingtonian Marriott. Dancing, dining (a tasty-sounding menu), auctions, animal caricaturist, doggie fashion show, and more-all for only $100. Dress is cocktail attire (whatever that means) for people; dogs can wear whatever they like.
Sun 10/19 11am- 2pm, REISTERSTOWN, MD: Paws on Parade to benefit the Humane Society of Balto Co. http://www.hsbcanimals.org/10-19-03_pawsparade.asp .Located on 365 acres of beautiful rolling hillsides and fields, an agility course is available to try out, vendor alley, displays, and (shudder) vegetarian food. They want you to register and fork out at least $25 but you don't have to.
Sun 10/19 12n- 3pm WASHINGTON, DC: The Washington Animal Rescue League http://www.warl.org/events/?PHPSESSID=322ca03aefd8f6b6ee399e318ffa0c53 is having their annual PawFest. Open house and tours of the shelter and medical center, along with children’s activities, dog training demonstrations, and great food.
Tu 10/21 6pm- 8pm, NATIONWIDE: Petsmart is having a Howl-o-ween Yappy Hour featuring three separate costume contests at 630, 7 & 730 pm and a free picture and frame with purchase of $20. Call to make sure your local Petsmart is participating before you show up since sometimes a rogue location will decide to be a party pooper. The ones in Annapolis and Pasadena (Mountain Rd) are having it for sure, but I'm darned if I'm calling all of them. Why they don't do a better job publicizing these events I don't know.
Fri 10/24 & Sat 10/25, LEESBURG, VA: The Middleburg Kennel Club http://www.middleburgkc.com/mkcshows.html hosts its annual fall dog show at Oatlands Plantation. Sat boasts a Colonial Newfoundland Club supported entry and there's no obedience on Fri. There may be very little obedience on Sat, too, if enough Newfs like Gomez are entered.
Sat 10/25 930am POTOMAC, MD: Montgomery Co SPCA http://www.mcspca.org/dogwalk/default.asp is holding their Dog Walk and Pet Fair (contests, food, auctions etc) in conjunction with Potomac Day. You can tell this is taking place in a high-rent district since they want you to fork out a hefty $30.
Sat 10/25 10am- 4pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Quiet Waters Park Howl-O-Ween Barkin' Bash http://quietwatersdogpark.org/events/bash.html has contests galore, music, food, displays, demos and more. Plus it takes place by the Dog Park and near the Dog Beach. We're going to this one.
Sat 10/25 1-4pm, LAUREL, MD: Roxie's Fund http://wwwroxiesfund.org/events.htm hosts a Halloween party at JDS Family Doggie Day Care, 13701 Virginia Manor Rd,
Laurel, MD 20902, featuring doggie trick or treat, photos, games, best
costume contest. Be advised that you may have to park a quarter mile or so away and negotiate a narrow two lane road afflicted with speeding cars to get to the site.
Sat 10/25 130- 330 pm, BALTIMORE, MD: 4th Annual Howl-A-Ween Dog Festival in Canton at The Can Company on Boston St. Dine al fresco with your dog, vendors, info, displays, entertainment. This is the cleverest and most competitive fancy dress dog costume contest I've ever seen. Among other astonishing sights was a pack of mutts dressed like a crab feast, complete with a can of Old Bay and a paper towel roll. Not much on the website http://www.cantoncommunity.org/welcome/calendar/calendar.html (scroll down to date) and I'm wondering if the given times are correct since it lasted much longer and started earlier last year.
Sat 10/25 3pm, LAKE ACCOTINK, VA: Boneyard hunt for dogs at Lake Accotink http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/accotink/events.htm scroll down to date. Short walk, hidden treats, costume contest, doggy talent show, more.
Sat 10/25 & Sun 10/26 GLASGOW, DE: Weight pull http://www.iwpa.net/calendar.htm to benefit Toys For Tots.
Th 10/30 5- 8pm, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://www.doggiehappyhour.com/Event%20Schedule.htm closes out the season with a costume contest and parade.
Sat 11/1 10am- 4pm ANNAPOLIS, MD: Colonial Dog Show at the Hammond Harwood House http://www.hammondharwoodhouse.org/Special_Events.htm featuring a Parade of Dog Breeds from the Colonial Era, dog treats, crafts, and other items. I've been assured by a committee member that you can bring your dog to this.
Sun 11/2 12n- 3pm, ELLICOTT CITY/COLUMBIA MD: Stroll n' Roll- walk (and more) around Centennial Park to benefit Fidos For Freedom http://www.fidosforfreedom.org/ which provides therapy assistance dogs to those who need them. They're asking for a reasonable $10 registration fee which includes a sports water bottle.
Sun 11/2 1- 5pm, CROWNSVILLE, MD: The Canine Fitness Center is having a 4 hour first aid/CPR class, $49 in advance. The instructor is Gus Becce, a nurse and former Montgomery Co. EMT who's been teaching both human & pet classes for 12 years. In 1998 he was cited for the resuscitation of a dog saved from a house fire in Silver Spring. More info will be on website http://caninefitnesscenter.com/ or call 410-923-7946.
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $1.95, shrimp $4.95) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
First Wed of each month 530- 7pm ARLINGTON, VA: Caffeine & Canines at Rappahannock Coffee, 2406 Columbia Pike, benefits Capital Animal Care http://www.petfinder.org/shelters/VA146.html .
Interested in Agility? Go to http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm or http://www.infodog.com/showinfo/state.htm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Aug '03 Updates -- X & G, 22:24:57 08/09/03 Sat (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
Some more Aug '03 events that I didn't know about in time to send out with the rest of them.
Tu 8/5, 6-8pm, NATIONWIDE: Petsmarts everywhere are having a birthday party (fun, games, prizes) for pets whose birthdays are unknown. Pets with known birthdays can attend, too.
Sat 8/9, 10am- 2pm, ELLICOTT CITY, MD: HoCo Dog http://hocodog.org/ is having their First Annual Summer Celebration for the Worthington Park Dog Off-Leash Area.
Mon 8/11, 4pm, MARYLAND CITY, MD: Grand Opening of the 4th A.A. Co Dog Park located at the top of the hill to the left of the entrance to Md City Park at 565 Brock Bridge Rd.
Fri 8/15, 5- 8pm, GLEN BURNIE, MD: Yappy Hour hosted by Hunter's Mom Pet Services at the Chesapeake at the Berkshires community center, 6533 Cedar Furnace Circle. Games, prizes, info, freebies and refreshments.
Sat 8/16, 6-830pm, STERLING, VA: The Humane Society of Loudoun Co is having Homeless Animals Day featuring a pet parade, rescue groups, blessing of the animals and more. http://www.humanesocietyofloudouncounty.org/other_pages/upcoming_detail_july_dec_2003.htm#aug
Mon 8/18, 630- 830pm, WASHINGTON, DC: Adams-Morgan Dogs http://www.amdogs.org/pages/8/index.htm is having a Doggy Hour (yes, dogs can come)at Chief Ike's Mambo Room at 1725 Columbia Rd, NW. Two drink tickets are included in the $15 cover charge. The website advises that no humping is allowed which may be difficult for some of you to control after those two drinks.
Sun 8/24, 9am- 6pm, ADELPHI, MD: Canine Training Association http://www.caninetrainingassociation.org/ is holding a picnic and fun day plus obedience and agility run-throughs at Adelphi Manor Recreation Center. Open to all.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- Baltimore/DC/Annapolis Aug '03 Dog Events -- X & G, 22:33:07 07/25/03 Fri (NoHost/162.33.188.47)
The Dog Days of summer are upon us and conversely there's little to do with your dog, just too hot. A few bright spots, but things won't really start to roll again until Sept.
Don't forget the Newf Romp n' Swim this Sunday, 7/27/03, 4pm at beautiful Downs Park in Pasadena, MD.
Sat 8/2 RESTON, VA: Hound Hike with NoVa Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date) in shady Fox Mill District Park.
Sat 8/2 THURMONT, MD: If you want a bigger challenge than the above hike, try this one with the K9 Trailblazers http://www.k9trailblazers.org/gambrill/gambrill_hike_080203.htm.
Sat & Sun 8/2 & 8/3, HERNDON, VA: At the Fairfax County 4H Fair http://4hfairfax.org/visitors.html held at dog-friendly Frying Pan Park, you can watch the 4Hers put their dogs through their paces in obedience, rally obedience and showmanship beginning at 830 am on Sat in the dog show ring (behind the covered arena. As if that isn't enough, there's also a fun pet show with lots of prizes for things like waggiest tail,best costume and biggest ears. On Sun, there's agility and Canine Musical Freestyle. On both days there are horse shows, livestock judging, games, food, rides and much more. Free admission and parking, too. Unbeatable for an outing the whole family will enjoy!
Sat & Sun 8/2 & 3, HANOVER, PA: CNC's advanced water workshop at Lake Codorus http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#AUGUST
Sat 8/9 9am, SOLOMON'S ISLAND, MD: Watch scantily-clad skinny people sweat while laboring through a 5K Run or do it yourself with your dog (1 mi walk also available) to benefit the Humane Society of Calvert Co. http://ruddercam.com/PetDay5KMain.htm .
Sun 8/10, THURMONT, MD: Another woodsy hike wih CHAOS http://www.chaoshikers.org/trips.htm .
Fri 8/15 & Sat 8/16, 7am- 7pm, EASTON, MD: Dog show, all breed and obedience hosted by the Talbot Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2003171303.HTM at the Tuckahoe Steam & Gas Ground, mile marker 58 on Rt 50.
Sat 8/16, 11am- 4pm, FAIRFAX, VA: Dog Wash (plus nail trims & ear cleaning) at Weber's Pet Supermarket by SPCA NoVa http://spcanova.org/events.htm
Sun 8/17 ARNOLD, MD: All breed only (no obedience) dog show by the Annapolis Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2003082302.HTM at Anne Arundel Community College.
Sun 8/17, 8am- 4pm, HAVRE de GRACE, MD: Obedience Seminar w/ Linda Colflesh sponsored by NorthEast Kennel Club http://www.nemkc.org/ (scroll way down).
Sat 8/23 1pm, MOUNT AIRY, MD: Whine and Fleas (not wine & cheese) frisbee dog competition hosted by National Capital Air Canines at the beautiful Linganore Winery http://discdog.com/events/fleas/ (NOTE: website has the WRONG time! Set-up starts at 12 noon and competition begins at 1pm NOT 10 am). If you ever thought you might want to try tossing a flying disc for Rover to catch, this is the place to go (especially since you can taste some wine to make you brave) or else just marvel at the high-flying antics of the participants. If you have shade, bring it, since this is held on a grassy field and the shadow of a barn provides the only natural shade available close-by. However there is a pond a short walk away for your pooch to take a dip.
Sat 8/30 9am-12noon, ALEXANDRIA, VA: Try not to miss the 12th Annual Canine Games extravaganza put on by the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria http://alexandriaanimals.org/~awla/special_events.cfm . The website doesn't go into much detail, but this is quite an event with a lot of fun contests (bring your costume), loads of freebies (bring a tote bag) and much to look at (bring your camera).
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $1.95, shrimp $4.95) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting. Maybe the rain will stop coming down EVERY Friday.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Interested in Agility? Go to http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- DC/Annapolis/Balto Area July '03 Dog Events -- G & X, 16:06:38 06/29/03 Sun (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
There's a move afoot to start up an All-Breed carting and driving club in the MD/DC/VA/WV/DE area with the intention of meeting once a month or so to work with the dogs. If you think you'd be interested let me know.
As usual, there's not much happening in July that's strictly dog related. However, many of the local parks have concert series that you can take your dog to and both of you can enjoy the music and a picnic. Lake Accotink, VA and Quiet Waters Park, MD are just two of the sites that welcome (or at least tolerate) your canine friend; check out your nearby parks.
Tu 7/1 7pm, FREDERICK, MD: You and your dog can see the Frederick Keys play the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, minor league baseball. Special canine events/demos, check it out at http://www.frederickkeys.com/ .
Th 7/3-Sun 7/6, 7am-6pm, WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD: Howard County Fairgrounds is the site for the Independence Cluster, four AKC all breed and obedience dog shows on one site starting Th through Sun, many vendors. Huge. . Be aware that water is hard to find at these things for some reason. Bring your own, or a collapsible bowl and fill up in the restrooms. http://www.infodog.com/panels/md.htm .
Fr 7/4 930am- 12N, BALTIMORE, MD: Visionary Pets on Parade • Dress your pet and strut your stuff. Registration at 9:30am. Animal fun! Animal prizes for Best Costume, Most Patriotic, Best Fur-do, Visionary Pet Tricks, and more! Visionary Pets Award Ceremony. Visionary Trophies! Free. Lots of water thoughtfully provided. Hosted by the American Visionary Arts Museum (AVAM) http://avam.org/cgi-bin/Events.cgi in Federal Hill, this place is Weird Central of Baltimore. You'll see things here (ie grass growing on a pink car) you'll never see anywhere else. Bouffant hairdos, feather boas and rhinestone encrusted stretch pants will abound and the female contingent will be even more colorful. A multitude of events go on all day and if you can last that long, it's a fine place to view the fireworks at the Inner Harbor.
Sat 7/5 630pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Your whole family, including pooch, can watch the disc catching dogs of Skyhoundz fly through the air after frisbees. Who knows, you might even want to enter yourself and Fido in this low key and friendly event where fun for your dog is the numbe 1 priority. Held at Truxton Park's Griscom Field, 273 Hilltop Lane, 21403 http://skyhoundz.com/localchampionships.html .
Sun 7/6 9am, CHANTILLY, VA: Hound hike at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/ecl/ with No Va Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ .
Sat & Sun 7/12 & 13 8am- 8pm, BERRYVILLE, VA: Back to back AKC All Breed and Obedience Dog Shows by Shawnee Kennel Club at the Clarke Co Fairgrounds http://www.infodog.com/panels/va.htm
Sat & Sun 7/19 & 20, HANOVER, PA: CNC's water workshop at Lake Codorus http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#JULY , details in the newsletter you probably misplaced.
Sun 7/27 930am- 3pm, WARRENTON, VA: Georjean's Grooming Shop, 540-341-7699, 367 West Shirley Ave, Warrenton, VA (across from the hospital) will be holding an all breed clinic for CERF ($25), Tattoo ($15), Microchip ($35); owners are responsible for CERF, NDR & Microchip registration fees. Call 540-341-4987 or 703-620-5931 to schedule appts.
Sat & Sun 8/2 & 3, HANOVER, PA: CNC's advanced water workshop at Lake Codorus http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#AUGUST
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $1.95, shrimp $4.95) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting. Maybe the rain will stop coming down EVERY Friday.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Interested in Agility? Go to http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- June '03 Updates -- G & X, 16:55:56 06/13/03 Fri (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
Here's some June updates.
BTW, if anyone's interested in a 3 y/o female Great Pyrenees, let me know. Her owner died and she's looking for a new home.
Sun 6/15 2-4pm, WASHINGTON, DC: Furry Faced Friends Pet Show by Adams Morgan Dogs http://www.amdogs.org/pages/9/index.htm.
Fri 6/20 730- 930am, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Loew's Annapolis Hotel hosts its fourth annual Bark Breakfast in conjunction with "Take Your Dog To Work" Day. Vendors, demonstrators, vets, homeopathic practitioners, pet massage, silent auction, continental breakfast for humans, buffet for dogs, bark briefcase (full of goodies), $25 per "pet set" ie one human & one dog. More info 410-295-3201.
Sat 6/21 9am, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Support Leader Dogs for the Blind by paying $25 and taking a 2 mile walk. Registration starts at 8am at the Marina Clubhouse on East Lake Dr in Bay Ridge. More info annapolispaws@earthlink.net or 410-263-6311.
Sat 6/28 11am York http://skyhoundz.com/localchampionships.html no freestyle, distance/accuracy only.
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- DC/Balto Area April '02 Dog Events -- Xavier and Gomez, 11:26:24 04/01/02 Mon (core19d89.dynamic-dialup.toad.net/162.33.189.89)
Tues 4/2 -Yappy Hour (Doggie Happy Hour) starts at the Holiday Inn Select, Old Town, Alexandria, Va. Go to http://oldtownhis.com for exact address and phone #. Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later)through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $1.95, shrimp $4.95) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can easily be found.
Sat 4/6 and Sun 4/7 10am-6pm -Super Pet Expo, Chantilly, Va http://superpetexpo.com. Vendors, rescue groups, demonstrations etc. You can bring your dog. I took Gomez to the one in Balto and got stopped about 500 times (You got a saddle for that thing? How much does it weigh? Is that a St Bernard, Great Pyrenees, Border Collie, pony, dairy cow? etc)
Sat 4/20 8am-5pm -Old Dominion Kennel Club Show, Morven Park, Leesburg, Va, all-breed conformation and obedience. More info at http://members.aol.com/kblairh/spring02.html . Note: they say unentered dogs aren't allowed on the grounds but I, personally, have never paid any attention to this prohibition and have always brought my dog (including a mixed breed who didn't remotely resemble anything registered by the AKC) and have never been challenged. If I had been, I would have said the dog was entered in obedience. Bring your own water dish (I use a folding one) that you can fill in the bathrooms because they never have water out at these things.
Sun 4/21 8am-5pm -Baltimore County Kennel Club. Same as above, only moved up the road to the Balto Co. Fairgrounds at Timonium, Md. Go to
http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2002153001.HTM for more.
Mon 4/22-Sun 4/28 Newfoundland Club of America National Specialty, hosted by the NewPenDel Newf club http://www.geocities.com/newpendelnewfclub/2002.html at the Clarion Hotel, 1700 Harrisburg Pike, Carlisle, Pa (just SW of Harrisburg). The website makes it sound like you have to download forms and other hassles to make a hotel reservation but just call the Clarion/Quality Inn et al at 800-424-6423 for what I found to be very pleasant and efficient service.
The National is the biggest annual collection of Newfs, Newf people, Newf products, Newf shows etc. If you ever thought of getting that Newf whatnot or seeing what dogs from some breeder look like, this is the place. You will never see so many of the webfooted slobberhounds in one place. They hold them in different areas of the US so it won't be so close again for years, worth making it a priority. Of course the dogs can come, whether they're entered in anything or not, and all the hotels accept them for this.
Sat 4/27 11am-Skyhoundz Frisbee Dog competition, Acorn Hill Park, 3209 Stonybrook Dr, (beside Bowie Community Center) Bowie, Md. More info call Annette LeHew 301-464-1737 or http://skyhoundz.com.
Sat 4/27 830am-2pm, Grasonville, Md Tail-Waggin' Trail Walk $10 minimum donation, benefits Grateful Paws, Inc. Held at the Cross-Island Trail, Kent Island. Directions in the brochure state "Take Rt 50 to Exit 41, Kent Narrows West. Trail entrance is by Kent Narrows Factory Stores (vacant blue outlets)". Annoyingly, no web site, phone # or map is provided but here's a site I found for a map http://bikewashington.org/trails/crossIsland/.
Sun 4/28 10am-4pm Montgomery Co. Humane Society Paws in the Park dog walk/fundraiser, Wheaton Regional Park, Wheaton, Md .
http://mchumane.org/pawsintheparkmain.htm Also features music, vendors, demos etc.
Sun 4/28 9am-? : Humane Society of Charles Co. Dog Walk/Games, Gilbert Run Park, LaPlata, Md http://humanesocietycc.org/dogwalk.html
Every Tues and Thurs 5pm - 8pm April 2nd through Oct-Yappy Hour, Alexandria, Va. description above.
Every Fri 7pm -? Annapolis, Md- Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting.
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- Annapolis/Balto/DC Area Dog Events Dec '02 -- X & G, 09:38:48 11/28/02 Thu (core18d84.dynamic-dialup.toad.net/162.33.188.84)
Despite the frantic holiday season and cold weather, there's actually some fun dog happenings this month. All kinds of places are also offering pet photos with Santa, way too many for me to list. Check your local pet store, shelter, vet, pets-on-wheels etc. As usual, feel free to print and post this, pass it on to a friend or view it online at http://voy.com/52810/ . -Xavier & Gomez
Sun 12/1, 10 am, PATAPSCO VALLEY STATE PARK, MD: Easy hike along the Patapsco River with CHAOS, Chesapeake Hiking and Outdoor Society http://jenzakayaker.tripod.com/CHAOS/id3.html, dogs welcome and can be off-leash where conditions permit. Meet at Grauls in Annapolis at 10 am.
Sun 12/1, 5 pm, ANNAPOLIS, MD: Grand Illumination of the downtown Annapolis Christmas tree at the city dock. Tree lighting takes place at 6pm but the festivities are bound to start earlier.The website http://www.theannapolisjaycees.org/upevents.htm is strangely bereft of any times. Santa Claus, music (by Big Dog productions), hot cocoa, cookies, miscellaneous items for sale, and lots of pretty sights to see.
Sat 12/7, 830 am, WILLIAMSBURG, VA: Colonial Newfoundland Club marches in the Christmas Parade as part of the Grand Illumination Festivities. Carts and costumes encouraged. Social hour, cocktails, auction, other club activities and banquet follow later in the day at the Days Inn, Richmond Hwy http://www.cncnewfs.com/Williamsburg.htm
Sat 12/7, PG COUNTY SOMEWHERE: PG Co Pets On Wheels is having their Xmas party at Crescent Cities, wherever that is. See website http://pgpetsonwheels.org/calendar.htm for a phone # to call for more info.
Sat & Sun, 12/7-12/8, 830 am, HAMPTON, VA: Phoebus Blues Invitational Weight Pull http://www.iwpa.net/calendar.htm
Sat & Sun, 12/7-12/8, POINT OF ROCKS, MD: Flyball Tournament hosted by Beltway Bandits http://www.flyballdogs.com/beltwaybandits/
Sun 12/8, 6 pm, REISTERSTOWN, MD: Festival of Lights opening ceremony at the Humane Society of Baltimore Co. http://www.hsbcanimals.org/holidaylights.html .
Thurs 12/12, 730pm, BOWIE, MD: Dogs are welcome at the Christmas meeting of Bowie Dog http://www.bowiedog.org/calendar.htm at Freestate Mall.
Sat 12/14, GETTYSBURG, PA: Christmas Tree Pull http://www.cncnewfs.com/ChristmasPull.htm hosted by the Colonial Newfoundland Club at the Seven Springs Christmas Tree Farm festival featuring family fun and arts and crafts along with the cart-pulling dogs.
Sat 12/14 BOYDS,MD: Holiday Hike (4 mi) and party with the K9 Trailblazers at Black Hill Park http://www.k9trailblazers.org/black_hill/black_hill_12142002.htm .
Sat 12/14, 3pm, VARIOUS LOCALES: Mutt Meetup Day, what is it? If anyone goes and finds out, let me know what it's like http://mutts.meetup.com/?change=1&localeId=29 .
Sun 12/15, 12 noon, PASADENA, MD: ROMP n' SWIM!! Take a break from the holiday madness and do something fun with your poor, neglected dog. Downs Park Dog Beach (tucked away in the northeast corner of the park at 8311 John Downs Loop, Pasadena, Md 21122), is the site of a sandy beach for roughhousing and the Chesapeake Bay for water games, all off-leash. Go to their website http://web.aacpl.lib.md.us/rp/parks/dp/index.html for other park attractions, directions and park map or email me. There is a $4/car park admission fee (or $20 annual permit). Since this is outside in December, it's weather-dependent, so email me if you have any doubts.
Every Friday ~7pm-Newf Stroll at the city dock in Annapolis, Md.
Every Sat 9am-11pm, puppy parties, Arlington, Va http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html
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- June '03 Dog Events-Baltimore/DC/Annapolis Area -- X & G, 09:42:50 05/28/03 Wed (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
Is it ever going to stop raining? It would be nice to have some pretty spring days before the blast furnace of summer hits us so we can go have fun with the dog without getting soaked or steamed. Here's hoping it'll clear up for some of the events below.
Sat 5/31 830-1030am HERNDON, VA: The K9 2K Walk and Doggie Expo http://www.town.herndon.va.us/festival/default.htm is part of the 23rd Herndon Festival featuring a carnival, entertainment, activities for kids and all sorts of canine related stuff.
Sat 5/31 930am, SPRINGFIELD, VA: Parade your pooch down Hanover Ave as part of Springfield Days http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/accotink/pawsonparade.htm and http://www.springfieldchamber.org/Events/Event_Calendar.html?CalendarView=View&Eid=1077&Date=20030531 .
Sat 5/31 12N LAKE ACCOTINK, VA: Colonial Newfoundland Club Water Rescue Demo http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm at 1pm is part of the spillover celebration to Lake Accotink http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/accotink/events.htm of Springfield Days (above).
Sat 5/31 9am, BOONSBORO, MD: Basset Rescue of Old Dominion (BROOD) hosts the Ramble Rodeo http://www.brooddata.org/ramble2003/generalinfo.htm indoors at the Washington Co. Agricultural Center. All dogs are invited to the many fun events (and picnic the night before) although some have special categories for the host breed. Lure coursing for Bassets should be a hoot!
Sat 5/31 10am- 3pm, CASANOVA, VA: Fauquier SPCA's http://www.fauquierspca.com/main.cfm?action=events annual Pet Fair. Bring your family and your pets for a fun-filled day, including pet games, an obstacle course, a Rally demonstration, petting zoo, wildlife, pony and hay rides, Bingo the Clown, pet artists, Blanche the Clydesdale, and much, much more!
Sat 5/31 11am-Sun 6/1, BROWNTOWN, VA: DiscStock 2003 hosted by the National Capital Air Canines is an overnight camp- out featuring firsbee dog competition at a farm near Front Royal http://discdog.com/events/discstock/index.html
Sun 6/1 10am, BRYANS ROAD, MD: Potomac Valley Shetland Sheepdog Club AKC Breed Plan "B" Sanctioned Speciaty Match (an informal event despite the daunting name), picnic and agility orientation http://www.shetlandsheepdog.us/2003matchflier.html .
Tu 6/2 6pm- 8pm NATIONWIDE: Petsmarts everywhere will be hosting a Yappy Hour Hawaiian Luau featuring giveaways of 50 disposable cameras per store and fun contests including hula dancing, treat cup shuffle and fastest sit/tail wag.
Sat 6/7 10am- 5pm, MANAKIN, VA: CNC's (Colonial Newfoundland Club)Spring Fun Day including a water rescue demo and chance to get wet with your dog (bring a life jacket for yourself) http://www.cncnewfs.com/springfunday.htm .
Sat 6/7 11am- 6pm, BOWIE, MD: Bowiefest http://bowiechamber.org/events/events.html at Allen Pond Park includes a fun dog show at 1pm http://www.pgspca.org/calendar/index.php. Note:these websites don't have much info.
Sat 6/7 11am- 2pm, BALTIMORE, MD: The Canton Dog Park (located at South Clinton & Toone Sts) Summer Fundraiser boasts a canine talent contest, cheap eats, music, raffle and fresh-baked dog treats http://www.cantoncommunity.org/welcome/calendar/calendar.html , scroll down to date.
Sat & Sun 6/7 & 8 MANASSAS, VA: Flyball Tournament, Bordering On Insanity http://spcanova.org/events.htm .
Tu 6/10 BOWIE, MD: Want to take your dog to a baseball game? Now you can, and see the Bowie Baysox play the Reading, Pa Phillies at their stadium and enjoy the dog festivities/displays of the Dog Days of Summer. "Stupendous Dog Tricks" start after the gates open at 530 pm, parade at 615, game begins at 715. The dog pays $7 but you are free. http://www.baysox.com/new/index.php .
Sat 6/14 9am, GREAT FALLS, VA: Hound hike with NoVa Hiking Club http://members.aol.com/nvhc/ (scroll down to date) at Riverbend Park.
Sat 6/14 930am, BALTIMORE, MD: Skyhoundz Northeast Regional Canine Flying Disc competition at Patterson Park, Eastern Ave & Linwood. Bring your family, including pooch, to watch a wide variety of dogs, including a Newfoundland, leap into the air to catch frisbees. Or...enter yourself and your dog and give it a try. http://skyhoundz.com/regionalchampionships.html
Sat & Sun 6/14-15, HANOVER, PA: CNC informal water practice at Codorus State Park for those selfless people who volunteer at all the water events and thus never get a chance to do it themselves. There's also a picnic generously hosted by the Fornadley's at their home. Details in newsletter and http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#JUNE .
Sat & Sun 6/14 & 15, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA: Newfs needed! The Lewis & Clark Expedition Exhibit will be at Montpelier Mansion and are hopeful of having some Newfs join them to add authenticity. If you can do it contact Joanne Graves dog_4h@hotmail.com or 703-642-1726.
Sat & Sun 6/14 & 15, WESTMINSTER, MD: Flyball Tournament, No Speed Limit http://www.geocities.com/btsinmd/nsl/june03i.html .
Fri 6/20 NATIONWIDE: Take Your Dog To Work Day-thousands of participating companies...is yours one of them? Bound to improve customer relations, increase sales and raise morale, more at http://www.petsit.com/tydtwd/default.asp.
Sat 6/21 9-11am WASHINGTON, DC: Annual Bark Breakfast at the Loew's L'Enfant Plaza Hotel http://www.loewshotels.com/hotels/washington_lenfant/default.asp .
Sat 6/21 9am- 3pm, WESTMINSTER, MD: CNC Grooming Clinic, Learn to tame that wild Newfy hair, nails, ears etc from the pros who make it look, if not easy, at least possible. Individual appointments, a real bargain for $18. Deadline date for reservations is June 6th. More in newletter and http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm#JUNE .
Sat 6/21 9am SPRINGFIELD, VA: First day of a 10 wk session of puppy kindergarten, obedience and many other fun dog classes, tricks, walking & birthday parties for your pooch at Lake Accotink http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/accotink/bark.htm .
Sat 6/21 9am- 3pm REISTERSTOWN, MD: Bark in the Park Canine Games hosted by the Humane Society of Balto Co. http://www.hsbcanimals.org/BarkInThePark.htm. Games, vendors, demos (including canine CPR & first aid), canine massage, microchipping, music and terrible vegetarian food.
Sat 6/21 MECHANICSVILLE, MD: St Mary's Animal Welfare League benefits from the Animal Day and Fun Walk at Summerseat Sancuary http://smawl.org/
Fri 6/27-Mon 6/30 BEL ALTON, MD: The Blue Crab Cluster is four days worth of all breed and obedience dog shows at the Charles Co. Fairgrounds hosted by the Southern Md Kennel Club http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2003172902.HTM and Rock Creek KC http://www.infodog.com/clubs/2003060103.HTM .
Sat 6/28 HANOVER, PA: CNC Water Rescue Demo at Cordorus, keep checking website http://www.cncnewfs.com/Calendar.htm for details which aren't there yet.
Sat 6/28 ELLICOTT CITY, MD: Hike Patapsco Valley State Park, Daniels Area with the K9 Trailblazers http://www.k9trailblazers.org/pvsp/pvspd_hike_062803.htm
Sat 6/28 7pm WASHINGTON, DC: Bark Ball- Admit it...you always wanted to wear your off-white crepe de chine evening gown and dance with your Newfoundland. Well, for a mere $200 you can and also enjoy a sit-down dinner in lavish surroundings at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. Did I mention you can bring your dog? The Washington Humane Society takes an upscale approach to fundraising with this fascinating canine/human social occasion http://www.barkball.com/ .
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Tu and Th 5-8 pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Doggie Happy Hour http://doggiehappyhour.com . Held on a spacious enclosed outdoor terrace every Tues and Thurs from 5-8pm (often runs later) from April through Oct, this is a remakable combination of Happy Hour and happy dogs. Free and cheap snacks (ie, all-you-can-eat wings $1.95, shrimp $4.95) and a farm wagon piled high with dog yummies combine with booze to make this a memorable social outing for people and canines alike. Dress ranges from cut-offs and a Tshirt to business attire and street parking can be easily found.
Every Wed 6-8pm ALEXANDRIA, VA: Yappy Hour (April- Sept) at St Elmo's Coffee Pub, treats provided by Hydrant Dog Barkery & Boutique http://www.hydrantdog.com/yappyhour/ .
Every Fri 7pm - ? ANNAPOLIS, MD: Newf Stroll at the City Dock, weather permitting. Maybe the rain will stop coming down EVERY Friday.
Every Sat 9am-11am, ARLINGTON, VA: Puppy Party see http://www.arlingtondogs.org/puppies.html for details.
Interested in Agility? Go to http://www.cleanrun.com/agilityinfo/events/eventsearch.cfm and put in your search criteria/locale.
Feel free to copy, forward or post this and if you hear of anything going on, let me know.
Monthly Dog Events are also posted at http://voy.com/52810/ , a free and easy to use bulletin board site. That way you can just bookmark it instead of saving/printing this. However, you can't click on the links; you have to copy/paste them.
-Xavier & Gomez
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- May '03 Updates -- X & G, 12:08:11 05/16/03 Fri (cmu-24-35-42-239.mivlmd.cablespeed.com/24.35.42.239)
CANCELLED: Sat 5/10, YORK, PA: Colonial Newfoundland Club's Water Rescue Demo at Lake Redman. The park cancelled citing "security concerns".
CHANGES: Skyhoundz Bowie local competition has been changed to Sun 4/27 at 1pm.
ADDITIONS:
Sat 5/10 1pm, CENTERVILLE, MD: Skyhoundz disc dog competition http://skyhoundz.com/localchampionships.html (scroll down to MD) at Rt 18 Park, 1901 4-H Park Rd.
Sun 5/18 11am- 2pm, PHOENIX, MD: Cocker Spaniel Adoption center is holding a Block Pawty with events and prizes for your furry friends and children http://www.cockeradoption.com/show.htm
Sat 5/31 11am-Sun 6/1, BROWNTOWN, VA: DiscStock 2003 hosted by the National Capital Air Canines is an overnight camp- out featuring firsbee dog competition at a farm near Front Royal http://discdog.com/events/discstock/index.html
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