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| January 20th - Golden Retriever Rescue Hiking Club. 2pm at Chochran Shoals Trail Mountain State Park. January 25-27th - Association of Professional Animal Waste Specialists 5th Annual Pooper Scooper Convention. Atlanta, GA January 31st - PPP Fusion Party at 1*FIVE*0 to benefit Atlanta Pet Rescue February 9th - Mend-A-Heart Group Counseling. Helping people cope with the death of a pet. Atlanta Humane Society February 9th - Hearts for Horses Gala and Silent Auction. Benefits Horse Rescue, Relief and Retirement Fund. February 9th - Valentine's Pet Party, PETCO, Peachtree City. 2:00PM. Decorate your own Valentine Pet Cookie, Valentine's photos and more. Petco.com February 17th - Golden Retriever Rescue Hiking Club. 2 pm at Sweetwater Creek. March 1-2nd - Exotic Bird Society of America at Georgia's State Farmer's Market. March 6-9th - Atlanta Pet Fair, Trade Show and Competition. Hilton Atlanta Airport. Open to kennels and breeders only. March 8th - 10th Annual Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) Auction at the Milledgeville Country Club. Tickets required. March 8th - Saint Petricks Day Parade, 11:00 am Ellijay Downtown Square. Registration Required March 8th - Mend-A-Heart Group Counseling. Helping people cope with the death of a pet. Atlanta Humane Society March 8th - Pawtropolis Doggie Easter Egg Hunt benefiting the Helping Paws Rescue. March 8th - AARF Cat Adoption Day at Mom and Pup's with special guest author Fran Stewart .10% of book sales to benefit AARF. March 12th - P.A.L.S Bingo at the Knights of Columbus on Buford Hwy. Benefiting Pets Are Loving Support March 15th - 16th Annual POKER RIDE to benefit the Georgia Equine Rescue League March 15th - Pumps for Pets Cabaret Show. Benefiting PALS Atlanta tickets required. March 16th - AARF Scrub-a-Dub Doggie Bath Event at WAG-A-LOT. Benefiting AARF. March 22nd - Southeast Pug Rescue & Adoption, Inc. (SEPRA) is holding a shopping fundraiser at Just Dogs! Gourmet in Fayetville, GA. Benefiting SEPRA. March 22nd - The Run for Rescue benefiting Southeastern Greyhound Adoption. Bear Creek Farm - Moreland, GA March 23th - Golden Retriever Rescue Hiking Club. 2 pm at Red Top Mountain State Park. March 29th - AARF Microchip Clinic at Pet Supplies Plus, Atlanta. 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Contact AARF to register. March 29th - 3rd Annual "See Spot Run" 5k run/walk. Benefiting Bryan Animal Caregivers. Registration required. March 29th - 17th Annual Silent Auction benefiting the Humane Society of Cobb County. Tickets required. March 29th - The Sweetwater Critter Crawl benefiting Atlanta Animal Welfare's free spay/neuter. Registration required. March 29th - Furkids Birthday Bash and fund raiser. Benefiting Furkids. Tickets required. March 29th - Prance Your Paws For A Cause Dog Show & Expo benefiting the American Cancer Society Relay for Life. Villa Rica Civic Center. Call 770-830-5111 March 29th - "Must Love Paws" benefiting the Homeless Pets Foundation. Tickets required. March 29th - Dixie Disc Dog Championships,Macon Cherry Blossom Festival, Macon. March 31st - "Be Kind To Animals Week" Annual Art Contest For Kids! Atlanta Humane Society March 31st - “Dining for Pets Candlelight Dinner”. Proceeds benefit the Cherokee County Humane Society Spay/Neuter Program. Tickets required. April 5th - "Dallas 2 Dallas Ride 4 Wet Noses" bring attention to pet overpopulation, spay/neuter and benefit animal shelters along the way. Dallas TX, to Dallas GA. April 5th - The Sweetwater Critter Crawl benefiting Atlanta Animal Welfare's free spay/neuter. Registration required. April 5th - 5th Annual Wine Tasting and Art Auction benefiting the Gwinnett Humane Society. Tickets required. April 8th - Microchip Clinic at Precious Pets. Benefiting Cindy's K-9 Angels Rescue. April 10-13th - Peach Blossom Cluster Dog Shows, Georgia National Fairgrounds Perry, GA. April 11th 13th- Pinewood Bird Festival. Pebble Hill Plantation, Thomasville, GA April 12th - Pet Parade A Walk for Animals benefiting the Atlanta Humane Society. April 12th - Doggie Dash 2008. Benefiting the Georgia Heartland Humane Society. Registration required. April 12th - Bow Wow Night at Iron Horse Tavern in Norcross. Benefiting Happy Tails Pet Therapy. April 12th - The Sweetwater Critter Crawl benefiting Atlanta Animal Welfare's free spay/neuter. Registration required. April 12th - Disc Dog Southern Nationals at the Atlanta Steeplechase, Kingston, GA April 13th - "Stray Pet Strut" at Lake Lanier Islands benefiting Humane Society of Hall County. Registration required. April 19th - Fur Ball "Cause for a Paws" benefiting the Humane Society of Valdosta, Tickets required. April 20th - "C & S Inc. Dog Walk" at Newtown Park to benefit the Atlanta Humane Society and Cindy's K-9 Angels. April 22nd - Food and Fun at Petite Auberge Restaurant in Atlanta Benefiting Southeast Pug Rescue & Adoption, Inc (SEPRA). Tickets Required. April 22nd - Weekenders Women Clothing presentation at Carolyn's Gourmet Cafe. Portion of sales benefiting Dog Pack Rescue. Contact Dona 404-355-3640 for details. April 25th - "Supper Scooper" at Bruster's Ice Cream of Gainesville benefiting the Humane Society of Hall County. Free doggie sundaes! Contact Gwen at (770) 532- 6617 with questions. April 25th - "Yappy Hour" benefiting Bryan Animal Caregivers. Dogs welcome! April 25th-27th - “Purr-fect Treasures for Everyone” - Good Mews 7th Annual Flea Market. Rain or Shine. Benefiting Good Mews. April 25th-27th - "7th Annual Cat's Meow Marketplace" flea market benefiting Furkids Rescue. April 26th - “Dollars for a Dog” Walk to benefit Acworth Police Department K-9 Unit. Logan Farm Park, Acworth. Per-register at Summit Baptist Church. April 26th - 3rd Annual "Blessing of the Animals", Inman United Methodist Church, Fayetteville. April 27th - Wags & Whiskers, Wine & Food. Benefiting the Humane Society of Forsyth County. April 27th - 4th Annual "An Affair to Remember" benefiting Pup & Cat Co.'s Humane Society. Tickets required. May 2nd-3rd - Gnat Days Pet Show in downtown Camilla,GA. Best all around, most talented, cuddly & most unusual. May 2nd-4th - "7th Annual Cat's Meow Marketplace" flea market benefiting Furkids Rescue. May 3rd - 4th Annual Doggy Dash benefiting the Paulding Humane Society. 2 mile fun run and walk, games, raffles and food. Registration required. May 3rd - Drinks for the Dogs at Iron Horse Tavern in Norcross. Benefiting Southeast Pug Rescue & Adoption, Inc (SEPRA). May 3d - 16th Annual POKER RIDE to benefit the Georgia Equine Rescue League May 3rd - "Spring Fling Dinner Auction" benefiting the Basset Hound Rescue of Georgia. Tickets required May 3rd - "PigStock- Guinea Pig Picnic" benefiting the North Georgia Guinea Pig Rescue. Contest, silent auction and free nail trimming. May 3rd - "Bark-B-Q" at Z-Dog Bakery. Games, prizes, raffles. All proceeds go to Athens Canine Rescue and Helping Paws Rescue! May 3-4th - “Purr-fect Treasures for Everyone” - Good Mews 7th Annual Flea Market. Rain or Shine. Benefiting Good Mews. May 3-4th - Disc Dog Spring Championships at Snellville Days Festival, Snellville May 3rd - Rebel Rousers Cat Show at the Atlanta Farmers Market. Tickets required. May 4th - Annual Doggie Carnival in Forsyth Park benefiting the Humane Society of Savannah/Chatham May 4th - Atlanta Dog Squad & the Atlanta Braves Foundation announce an exciting fund raising event at Turner Field. 50/50 raffle tickets will be sold throughout Turner Field with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Atlanta Dog Squad. (sorry, no dogs allowed) May 7th - 4th Annual Hound Dog Golf Tournament benefiting Pickens Animal Rescue (PAR). Registration required. May 9th-11th - "12th Annual Kennel Caper Lock-In" benefiting Humane Society of Hall County. Bill Wilson from Jacobs Media will be “locked up” in a dog kennel from May 9-11 or until $11,709.00 is raised (whichever comes first). Raffles, hot dogs and more! May 9th – “Ghost Walk With Dogs” benefiting the Bryan Animal Caregivers. Location: Emmet Park on East Bay Street, Savannah. May 10th - 15th Annual PAWfest benefiting the Gwinnett Humane Society at Rhodes Jordan Park. Contests, demonstrations and so much more! May 10th - "A Night in the Ark" dinner and safari. Benefiting Noah’s Ark Animal Rehabilitation Center & Childrens Care Homes . Tickets required. May 10th - "Mend-A-Heart Group Counseling" helping people cope with the death of a pet. Offered by the Atlanta Humane Society. These hour-long sessions are held at the Shelter on the second Saturday of each month at 11am . May 10th - "Quilts & Fixins Quilt Sale" benefiting the Clayton County Humane Society One of a kind speciality cat and dog themed quilts made with love by the quilters of Quilts & Fixins. May 17th - "Petapalooza". Join Star 94, Merial, (maker of Frontline & Heartguard), & Bud Select at Suwanee Town Center for Petapalooza! Food, music, demonstrations and much more! May 17th - "Wag and Wash Fundraiser", 9am-1pm, Brunswick, GA. Benefiting the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia. May 17th - "Douglas County Humane Society Car Show, Dog Show & Motorcycle Poker Run Ride" at Clinton Nature Preserve, Villa Rica. All proceeds benefit the Animals of Douglas County. Come out for a day of Fun, Food & Good Music! May 17th - "Paws for the Cause" an animal cruelty awareness event and adoption fair. 10am at Decatur square. Music, refreshements, demonstrations and more! May 18th - "Bark in the Park" The Atlanta Braves are inviting fans to bring their "best friends" to the ball-game! Per-registration is required. May 18th - "K9 Cotillion 2008" a fun and unique cocktail reception and fundraising event featuring owners and their dogs to benefit Pets Are Loving Support (P.A.L.S.) Cocktails, Hors D'oeuvres, Silent Auction and much more! May 24th - "Rock Yer Paws Off" benefiting the Atlanta Pet Rescue. A pet-friendly, all day festival at Park Grounds in Reynoldstown. Live music, food, raffle and prizes. May 24-25th - 10th Anniversary BBQ Open House & Fundraiser benefiting Feathered Friends Forever Bird Rescue May 25th - Dawson County Humane Society Grand Opening at Rock Creek Park email justine@parkerspetz.com for more information. Come join us for a day of fun with your dog. Dog look a like compitions and much more! May 27th - "Canine Cocktail Hour" at the Hotel Indigo. A unique experience for you to share with your beloved pet, held every Tuesday 5-8 pm. For every "INDIGO" Martini sold, $1 will go towards supporting the Piedmont Park Dog Park. May 28th - "Come On Home" portion of proceeds benefiting the Atlanta Humane Society. Nashville recording artist Robin Dean Salmon pays tribute to his dog Maggie at Smith's Olde Bar, May 28th. Tickets required. May 31st - "Bark for Art" benefiting the Atlanta Lab Rescue. Food, cocktails, silent auction. Tickets required. May 31st - Dog wash at Red Bandanna in Norcross. Benefiting Southeast Pug Rescue & Adoption, Inc. (SEPRA). May 31st - "1st Annual Hogs for Critters Motorcycle Ride" benefiting the Humane Society of Hall County. Location: Frazier’s/Harley-Davidson, 4699 Friendship Rd, Buford 30519. Raffles, vendor booths, silent auctions, food. May 31st - "Clayton County Humane Society Mega Yard Sale" at Jonesboro Sr High School, Jonesboro GA. Benefiting Clayton County Humane Society. Antiques, furniture & eclectic mix of everything. Tons of stuff! May 31st - "SmallDogs and Sommeliers Annual Event" at Zoo Atlanta. Cocktail Attire, Parking in the lot off of Cherokee Avenue, enter at private gate C-5. AWESOME Silent Auction items!! May 31st - "Pup Tail Hour" at Iron Horse Tavern in Norcross. Benefiting The Atlanta Dog Squad. June 2nd-30th- "Read for Pets in Need". A summer Read-a-Thon to raise money for homeless animals while promoting humane education and literacy. Kids ages 9-13 Contact: www.kids-n-kritters.org for more information. June 3rd - "Canine Cocktail Hour" at the Hotel Indigo. A unique experience for you to share with your beloved pet, held every Tuesday 5-8 pm. For every "INDIGO" Martini sold, $1 will go towards supporting the Piedmont Park Dog Park. June 6th - "Bunny Feast 2008", St. Timothy United Methodist Church Stone Mountain. Contact House Rabbit Society for more info. June 7th - "AARF Yard Sale Fundraiser" 7am-2 pm, 473 Greencove Lane, SE, Atlanta, GA 30316. Support homeless animals by shopping this fantastic yard sale! Benefiting the Atlanta Animal Rescue Friends. June 7th - "Crossroads Veterinary Hospital's 15-Year Open House Celebration", 10am-2pm. Music, exotic animals; barnyard critters; face-painting; balloon animals; several rescue organizations; lectures and much more! June 14th - "Pup-Tails" at The Iron Horse Tavern, Norcross. 4-8pm. Bring your well- behaved, leashed dogs. The majority of the proceeds will benefit English Springer Rescue America Inc. All admission fees include one drink and one raffle ticket for prize drawing. June 14th - "CGC Testing - for All-Breeds" at Starwood Farms, Dawsonville. In combination with the Coaching Certificate, the Dalmatian Club of Greater Atlanta is also holding an all-breed CGC testing on this date. Registration Required. June 19th - "Pet CPR/First Aid". The Humane Society of Hall County and the Northeast Georgia Chapter of the American Red Cross team up to bring you a workshop to help you care for you pet in an emergency. Registration required. June 20th - , "9 Ball Pool Tournament" to benefit the Humane Society of Cobb County at the Marietta Billiard Club. Call 770-971-9436 for more information. June 21st - Golden Retriever Rescue Hiking Club. 12-2pm at Chochran Shoals, part of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. June 21st - "Open House" for Hamby Road Animal Hospital at 3785 Hamby Road, Alpharetta. 10-2pm. Come out and visit our new clinic! Door Prizes, Raffle, Gift Bags, Snacks and Tours! June 21st - "7th Annual “Putting for Pets” Mini Golf Tournament benefiting the Humane Society of Hall County. Location: The Oaks Miniature Golf, Whiting Road/Oakwood. Awards, vendors, music and bingo! June 21st - "Pet Photos at Z-Dog Bakery & Pet Supply" All proceeds are donated to Canine Companions for Independence. June 26th - "Coastal Pet Rescue Night with the Savannah Sand Gnats" with 50% of proceeds benefitting Coastal Pet Rescue. June 26th - Social Club of Atlanta Humane Society presents, "Mill and Grill". Meet at the Atlanta Humane Society in Atlanta where guests and their pups will enjoy an evening of socializing, cooking out, refreshing beverages and raffle drawings. June 28th - "Sipping for Shepherds" Dog Tail Party and Silent Auction at the The Iron Horse Tavern, Norcross. Proceeds benefit the German Shepherd Dog Rescue Group of Georgia (GSDRGA). July 12th - "Mend-A-Heart Group Counseling". Helping people cope with the death of a pet. Held at the Atlanta Humane Society, Atlanta. July 12th - "Evidence, The Baby Zebra" makes his public debut at Noah's Ark. Come celebrate this happy ending to what could have been a tragic story July 12th - "2008 Duluth Bark in the Park" . The City of Duluth will host the first annual Bark in the Park. Vendors, entertainment and food with your pet. The official unveiling of the "Dog Days of Duluth" decorated dogs will take place as well. This free event is from 10am-2pm. July 12th - Rabies Clinic & Flea Dip to benefit Human Society of Hall County at Sams Club 3839 Mundy Mill Rd, Oakwood 30566 July 15th - "Fayette County Humane Society Night at Partners II Pizza" 6-9pm in Fayetteville at the Publix Shopping Center! Portion of proceeds to benefit the Fayette County Humane Society... Come hungry! July 19th - " Cherokee County Humane Society Summer Fashion Show", see the latest in summer fashions while enjoying a luncheon for the Cherokee County Humane Society. Door prizes, raffles, silent auction. UUMAN Church, 11420 Crabapple Rd., Roswell July 19th-20th - Exotic Bird Society of America's Southeastern Exotic Bird Fair at the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter, Perry, GA. July 26th - "Community Fun Day" 11am-2pm at Cat Care of Fayette, Fayetteville. Rescue organizations, vendors, games, prizes, hot dogs and so much more! Sorry...this event is for people... no pets please. July 26th-27th - "Atlanta Reptile & Exotic Animal Show" at the Gwinnet County Fairgrounds. Tickets required. July 26th - "Poise for the Runway" 6472 Church St. Douglasville. Fashion show and talent show for humans and pets. Event will benefit the Douglas County Humane Society. Admission is $10. There will be raffles and doorprizes. Aug. 2nd - "Take Me Home Atlanta Grooming Competition" at America's Mart. Master Groomers from around the Southeast will gather to participate in the Luxury Pet Pavilion's exclusive grooming competition. 10 lucky shelter dogs from the Atlanta Humane Society will be given make-overs. Join us to help find homes for these loveable animals! Aug. 2nd - "So You Want To Own A Horse?" benefiting the Horse Rescue Relief & Retirement Fund (HRRRF). This clinic is designed for the horse enthusiast who may be thinking of owning a horse, already owns one or just wants to learn more about them. Topics include: Teeth, Nutrition, Costs, Vaccines, Pasture & much more! Choose Your Clinic Date: August 2nd 4-7 pm, August 10th 4-7 pm, August 23rd 1-4 pm & August 29th 4-7 pm Price $25 per clinic for children & adults: Contact Brooke @ 770-235-8852 Aug. 5th - "Canine Cocktail Hour" at the Hotel Indigo. A unique experience for you to share with your beloved pet, held every Tuesday 5-8 pm. Aug. 5th - "Basic Horse Management" benefiting the Horse Rescue Relief & Retirement Fund (HRRRF). This clinic is designed for the horse enthusiast who wants to learn more about caring and maintaining a horse. Topics: horse parts, tack parts, safety, basic feeding & nutrition, basic ground work and much more! Choose Your Clinic Date: August 5 6-7:30 pm, August 24th 2-3:30 pm or September 6 9-10:30 am Price $20 per clinic for children and adults: Contact Brooke @ 770-235-8852 Aug. 9th - "Mend-A-Heart Group Counseling". Helping people cope with the death of a pet. Held at the Atlanta Humane Society, Atlanta. Aug. 9th - "Yappy Hour" benefiting the Golden Retriever Rescue of Atlanta at the Iron Horse Tavern, Norcross. BYOD - Bring Your Own Dog! 4:00 - 7:00pm Aug. 9th - "Rabies Clinic & Flea Dip" to benefit the Humane Society of Hall County. 8:300am at the shelter/845 W. Ridge Rd, Gainesville. This is a chance for the community to protect their animals with a low cost, $10.00 rabies shot. Flea dips will also be available for $5.00 per animal. Questions? Call the shelter at 770 532 6617. Aug. 9th - " Earth Fare" in Five Points from 11am to 2pm for a Pet Wellness fair. Join us for adoptions, dog agility demonstrations and making cat toys from recycled materials. 5% of all sales on Saturday will to go benefit the Athens Regional Spay & Neuter Center! Bring your pet, do some shopping for your natural food and household items and help animals at the same time! Aug. 10th - "Rescue Open House" - Horse Rescue Relief & Retirement Fund and Northwind Equestrian Center is a working farm. This the only time each month where the farm will be open to the public. A small donation of $5 will get you a tour of the farm, a chance to meet the horses and other animals, and to learn more about the rescue. Aug. 12th - "Canine Cocktail Hour" at the Hotel Indigo. A unique experience for you to share with your beloved pet, held every Tuesday 5-8 pm. Aug. 12th-31st. - "Good Mews 2-Fur Cat/Kitten Adoptions" at 736 Johnson Ferry Rd, Marietta. Through the end of August, adopt two cats or kittens for one adoption fee from our no-kill cage-free shelter! Includes all age-appropriate vaccinations, spay/neuter and microchipping. 770-499-2287 Aug. 15th - "International Homeless Animals' Day® 2009". Aug. 16th - "8th Annual Hogs for Dogs Ride and Festival" Stone Mountain Harley- Davidson, Lilburn. Registration 9am. Ride begins at 10:30. Raffle, 50/50, dog adoptions, silent auction, vendors, food, music and much more! Benefiting the Gwinnett Humane Society. Aug. 16th - "Hollywood Pet Photo Shoot" at Top Dogs Pet Boutigue, Kennesaw. Hollywood Pets will be taking pictures from 10AM-7PM. $20.00 from each appointment will be donated to Southern Hope Humane Society. Call 770-218-0602 to book an appointment. Aug. 16th - "Pup-Tail Hour Social and Fundraiser". Join the Atlanta Dog Squad at the Iron Horse Tavern, Norcross. All proceeds benefit ADS and the Precious Pets Foundation. Tickets are $10* per person (*Includes one free beverage) Dogs are FREE (after all, they ARE the special guests). In the event of rain, the fun will continue inside for people - sorry, no dogs inside. August 16th - "Spayghetti and No Meatballs Dinner" at Calavino's, 350 Mead Road, Decatur. Come dine with AARF anytime between 5- 10pm and a percentage of proceeds will go directly to Casper's Fund, AARF's spay & neuter program. Every spay/neuter surgery we can provide through Casper's Fund prevents untold numbers of unwanted puppies and kittens from dying in Atlanta shelters or on the streets. Aug. 18th - "Agatha’s - A Taste of Mystery” is once again graciously hosting an evening of comedy, murder and mystery to benefit the Atlanta Humane Society. Seating is limited! Only 140 reservations can be accommodated. This event is always a sellout, so don’t miss it! Aug. 23rd - "Final Rabies Clinic of 2008" to benefit the Humane Society of Hall County at Wal*Mart, Oakwood. 8:30am. This is the last chance in 2008 for the community to protect their animals with a low cost, $10.00 rabies shot. Questions? Call the shelter at 770 532 6617. Aug. 24th - "Dog Days of Summer Wine Tasting" at The Lodge inside Windermere Country Club. Benefiting the Humane Society of Forsyth County. Tickets required. Aug. 26th - "Pet Trust Seminar". Concern for the continuing well being of our pets and our love of pets in general prompted these specialized legal services to the public. Tentative seminar scheduled for 6:30pm (pending sufficient interest). RSVP by 8/22. Come and learn more about Pet Trusts and why it is important to include your pets in the estate planning process. August 30th - "Feathered Friends Forever Open House" Harlem. Parrot rescue open house fund raising event. Hands on birds, great food, park tours. 706-556-2424 for more information. $10.00 per person. Come and visit our 500+ birds! August 31th - "The 5th Annual Beer and Whisky Fest" at Park Tavern. A day full of great cover bands, with the proceeds going towards PAWS Atlanta. Sept. 5th - "Humane Society of Hall County Kid’s Club & Pet P.A.L.S." at HSHC/845 W. Ridge Road/Gainesville. Meetings start on Friday, Sept 5 @ 4:00 pm for Critter Crew & Friday, Sept 12 @ 4:00 pm for Animal Ambassadors. Registration is now beginning for our new Kid’s Club--Pet PALS. Pet PALS is an exciting way for young people to get involved in helping animals. Pet PALS members meet monthly to listen to guest speakers, share ideas, get creative with animal crafts & work with HSHC adoption animals. Membership includes: PALS t-shirt, membership cert, pizza & drinks for each meeting & all craft fees. Call for info on meeting times & membership fees: 770-532 6617 Sept. 6th - "Petco Presents Adopt-A-Thon" 11am. Petco 2345 Market Place Boulevard, Cumming. 678-947-9280. Meet adoptable cats, kittens, dogs and puppies from: Humane Society of Forsyth County, K9 Rescue League and more! Meet the mini-horses from www.SaveTheHourse.org. Gifts, goodies and family fun! Sept. 6th. - "Daffy's Open House" located at 2160 Oakland Ind. Ct. / Suite 100 Lawrenceville, GA. Between 10am & 6pm. Refreshments and giveaways. Asking for donations to stock shelves with supplies for pet food bank. Phone: 678-725-4992 Sept 7th - "Bark in the Park" The Atlanta Braves are inviting fans to bring their "best friends" to the ballgame! Per-registration is required. Sept. 11th - "Fayette County Humane Society Night at Partners II Pizza" 6-9pm in Fayetteville at the Publix Shopping Center! Portion of proceeds to benefit the Fayette County Humane Society... Come hungry! Sept 12th - "Friends of Animals Auction" from 7-11 at Savannah Station. Benefiting Bryan Animal Caregivers. Sept. 12th - "Humane Society of Hall County Kid’s Club & Pet P.A.L.S." at HSHC/845 W. Ridge Road/Gainesville. Meetings start on Sept 5 @ 4:00 pm for Critter Crew & Sept 12 @ 4:00 pm for Animal Ambassadors. Registration is now beginning for our new Kid’s Club--Pet PALS. Pet PALS is an exciting way for young people to get involved in helping animals. Pet PALS members meet monthly to listen to guest speakers, share ideas, get creative with animal crafts & work with HSHC adoption animals. Membership includes: PALS t-shirt, membership cert, pizza & drinks for each meeting & all craft fees. Call for info on meeting times & membership fees: 770-532 6617 Sept 13th - "Mend-A-Heart Group Counseling". Helping people cope with the death of a pet. Held at the Atlanta Humane Society, Atlanta. Sept 13th - "Pet CPR/First Aid". The Humane Society of Hall County and the Northeast Georgia Chapter of the American Red Cross team up to bring you a workshop to help you care for you pet in an emergency. Registration required. Sept 13th - "6th Annual Athens Run for the Dogs" at Sandy Creek Park, Athens. Bring your dog(s) and enjoy a fun morning in the park. All proceeds from the 1 mile fun walk and the silent auction benefit Canine Companions for Independence. Thanks in advance for helping us place highly trained assistance dogs with people with disabilities. Sept 13th - "Mutts & Music" at Matilda's Enchanted Cottage,Alpharetta. Enjoy two concerts or just one including a best dressed "MUTT" contest. Proceeds to benefit the Humane Society of Forsyth County. Tickets required. Sept. 13th - "Mend-A-Heart Group Counseling". Helping people cope with the death of a pet. Held at the Atlanta Humane Society, Atlanta. Sept. 14th - "Motorcycle Ride for the Horses" Rev your motors & strap on for the Ride for Horses motorcycle run! Vie for the grand prize while helping to support the Horse Rescue, Relief and Retirement Fund in its efforts to save horses from neglect, abuse and slaughter. Sept 14th - "Leader of the Pack" 5th Annual Motorcycle Benefit Ride benefiting the Atlanta Humane Society. Registration required. Sept. 14th - "National Pet Memorial Day" at Oak Rest Pet Gardens, 2691 Harbins Road, Dacula. Come Celebrate National Pet Memorial Day with Us on from 2-4 p.m. Plan to come out to our beautiful memorial gardens and bring your pet to take part in this unique memorial service honoring all pets both past and present. Call 770-995- 8862 for details. "To commemorate the loving memory of pets and the role they play in our lives." Sept 20th - "Bark Park Games" at the Bark Park at Laurel (3100 Old Cleveland Highway Gainesville, GA 30506). Bark Park Games will be a day of fun and games for dogs and their owners. Games will be set up for small dogs and large dogs (dogs will compete in their size category). There will be prizes for each game. There will also be booths from local dog related organizations & businesses. $5 per dog. Questions? 770-535-8280 for more information. Sept. 20th - "Dog Day Fun Fest" at Best Friends Pet Care, 3390 N. Berkeley Lake Road, Duluth. Celebrate your best friend at a free event of fun and education in observance of AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day. Doggy games, activities & contests with prizes; demonstrations & advice on health, training & behavior. Plus micro-chipping and vaccination clinic, pet photos, kids’ safety workshops and more. Hosted by Best Friends Pet Care. Sept. 20-21st - "Atlanta Koi and Golfish Show - 2008" at Coastal Pond Supply, 2101 Tucker Industrial Blvd, Tucker Come see the Annual Atlanta Koi and Goldfish Show. You will see beautiful koi and goldfish as they are judged to see who will become this years winners. Enjoy a little shopping! Participating vendors will have live koi and goldfish, as well as t-shirts, plants, jewelry and more. Come by to learn more about the Hobby of Keeping Koi. Best of all... there is no charge for admission! Sept 21st - "10th Annual Grace's Birthday Party", 600 canines and their two-legged companions will dress in their finest Mardi Gras costumes and gather at Ashford Manor Bed & Breakfast to celebrate Grace’s Birthday Party. Benefiting the Grace Memorial Foundation at the University of Georgia’s Veterinary Hospital as well as a host of other local animal advocacy organizations. Contest, games, silent auction and much more! Sept. 27th - "Crystal Boots & Silver Saddles". Rodeo, silent auction, music and food. A portion of the money raised will benefit the Atlanta Humane Society. Admission required. September 27th - "Celebrate Animals" in Sandy Springs. Largest animal event in Georgia. 1 Mile Walk/Fun Run starts at 10:15 a.m. VIPP (Very Important Pet Person) Breakfast with $100 donation. Entertainment, Music, Food, Refreshments, Pet Super Adoption, Costume Contest, Parade of Adoptable Pets, Live Music by Mixed Genes, Pet Expo with over 100 exhibitors, Demos and Behavior Talks. Come Meet Your New Best Friend! Sept. 27th - "Hollywood Pets Fundraiser for Southern Hope Humane Society" at Top Dogs Pet Boutique Kennesaw. Hollywood Pet's will be taking Holiday Photos at Top Dogs in Kennesaw from 10AM-7PM The $10.00 sitting fee, along with $10.00 from each appointment will be donated to Southern Hope Humane Society. Packages start at $25.00. Call 770-218-0602 to make an appointment Sept. 29th - "Putting for Pets Golf Tournament" at the Polo Golf & Country Club Cumming. Benefiting the Humane Society of Forsyth County. 9:00am registration. Please contact Kevin Johnston @ 770-664-5582 or sinkevjo@bellsouth.net. Sponsored by Shumate A/C & Heating. Oct. 4th - "Bark & Boogie Ball" at the Marriott Alpharetta. Event features fabulous dinner, silent/live auction, entertainment and music by POWER PLAY and dancing. Auction opens at 5pm; dinner at 7pm; Dance 8-midnight. Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Forsyth County Oct. 4th - "Good Mews 20th Anniversary Open House" at Good Mews Animal Foundation,736 Johnson Ferry Rd, Marietta. Please join us on Oct. 4th, 1-4 PM to celebrate our 20th birthday. Our founder, Gloria Skeen will be on hand to share the memories of her first efforts in establishing the first no-cage, no-kill cat shelter in Georgia. Refreshments, shelter tours, and door prizes will be available. Volunteers will be on hand to discuss ways you can help our growing organization. Oct. 4th - "Grand Re-opening Celebration" at Top Dogs Pet Boutique" in Kennesaw. 10% of our sales on October 4th and the proceeds from a $200.00 Top Dogs Gift certificate raffle will be donated to Southern Hope Humane Society. Events 12-4 P.M: Southern Hope Humane Society Pet Adoption/Wellness Pet Food Rep(free samples and coupons)/K9U Dog Trainer, Susan Giordano/ Happy Tails Pet Therapy. Well mannered pets are always welcome in our stores. Oct. 5th - "3rd Annual Dogs of Hall Dog Show" at Lakewood Baptist Church Soccer Field/2235 Thompson Bridge Rd/Gainesvill from 2:00-4:30 pm. Bring your best 4- legged friends and show them off at thisJust-For-Fun Event! Dogs will be judged by celebrities in the following categories: Blue-Blooded Bowsers (full breeds), All American Mutts (mixed breeds), Old Faithful (dogs 10 yrs & older) & Precious Pups (dogs 1 year & under). Certificates, prizes, first 100 dogs participating will receive a goody bag and a t-shirt for their human! All proceeds benefiting the Humane Society of Hall County. Forms are available at the shelter with registration limited to the first 150 dogs. Fees apply to register. Questions? Please call Gwen 770-532-6617 or e- mail Christina or Andrea. Oct. 9th - "Fayette County Humane Society Night at Partners II Pizza" 6-9pm in Fayetteville at the Publix Shopping Center! Portion of proceeds to benefit the Fayette County Humane Society... Come hungry! Oct. 9-13th - "Birding and Nature Festival" Jekyll Island. Seminars, family activities, live raptor shows and so much more! Call 1-877-4Jekyll for more information. Oct. 11th - "Athletes Helping Athletes 5K Race", Fleet Feet, 224 Johnsons Ferry Road, Sandy Springs. Athletes Helping Athletes benefits SEGA, The Southeastern Greyhound Adoption. Oct. 11th - "Howl-O-Weenie 2008" benefiting the Dream Dachshund Rescue. Oct. 12th - "Good Mews Micro-chipping Clinic" for dogs and cats at the Good Mews Animal Foundation,736 Johnson Ferry Rd,Marietta. All proceeds from the chipping clinic will benefit the cats and kittens of Good Mews. For more information about the HomeAgain proactive pet recovery system, visit www.homeagain.com. Pet owners wishing to participate in the clinic should e-mail ataylor@goodmews.org to reserve a spot for their pet(s). Oct. 13th - "21st Annual Dog Day Afternoon Golf Tournament" at the Chattahoochee Country Club (301 Tommy Aaron Dr. Gainesville, GA) Early Registration & Breakfast begins at 7:00 am/Second registration at 10:00 am & lunch at 11:00 am/Shotgun starts at 7:30 am and 12:30 pm. Benefiting the Humane Society of Hall County. Spots fill quickly! Doorprizes, food and award ceremony. Call 770-532-6617. Oct. 14th - "18th Annual Handley Open" organized by The Highland Tap with proceeds benefiting PAWS Atlanta. Oct. 17-19th - Georgia State Frisbee Dog Championships &The Disc Dog World Series, The Disc Dog World Finals is a fundraiser for the Etowah Valley Humane Society at Dellinger Park in Cartersville, GA. Oct. 18th - "Good Mews Furr Ball Dinner and Auction - 20 Years of Purpose" at The Westin - Buckhead,3391 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta. The event will feature live and silent auctions of a variety of exciting items, services and artwork donated by local merchants and supporters of Good Mews. Music, dinner ... 80’s attire is optional. $115 per person, which includes two drinks. Good Mews is celebrating its 20th anniv. this year so get in your 80’s spirit as we take a walk down memory lane. Oct. 18th - "Top Dogs Howlin Halloween Pet Costume Contest" Kennesaw location. First Place winner receives a $100.00 Top Dogs Store Gift Certificate. Prizes for second place, third place and best trick.$15.00 entry fee per pet. All proceeds will be donated to Southern Hope Humane Society. Each pet will receive a Top Dogs goodie bag. Halloween costume contests starts at 12pm. Register in advance by calling 770-218-0602. Oct. 19th - "Peachtree City Dog Park's 3rd Anniversary Party" from 2-4pm at the Peachtree City Dog Park. This annual fundraiser will include activities for both canines and humans, so bring your furry friends out for a fun-filled day. Oct. 25th - "Howlin Halloween Pet Costume Contest" at Top Dogs Pet Boutique, Roswell location. First Place winner receives a $100.00 Top Dogs Store Gift Certificate. Prizes for second place, third place and best trick.$15.00 entry fee per pet. All proceeds will be donated to Southern Hope Humane Society. Each pet will receive a Top Dogs goodie bag. Halloween costume contests starts at 12pm. Register in advance by calling 770-641-8620. Oct. 25th - "AARF's Howl-o-ween Costume Contest and Adoption Party"12-4 p.m.; costume contest at 2 p.m. at Mom & Pup's, 800 Whitlock Ave., Suite 104, Marietta. The cost is free to the public; $10 registration for costume contest participants (register by Oct. 20) at www.aarfatlanta.org. All proceeds benefit AARF's adoption program. Every dog entered in contest will receive a bag of Dogswell treats and will be entered into a raffle to receive a gift basket of Dogswell food and treats worth $100. The grand prize winner will receive a $100 gift certificate to Mom & Pup's. Oct. 26th - "Blessing of the Animals" at 2PM, Log Cabin Community Church 2699 Log Cabin Dr. Smyrna, 30080. Love Offering taken for The Humane Society of Cobb County. Contact the Church for more info. 404-351- 1912 Oct. 26th - "PAWS Atlanta Halloween Bash" 5287 Covington Highway, Decatur 770- 593-1155. 1-5pm. Join us for a fun afternoon with your pets! Games, Pet Parade, prizes for best costume, food, Spooky Trail, moonwalk and a chance to have your pictures made with your PET! Admission: $10 per person and it includes 10 tickets and a LOOT BAG. Nov. 1st - "Pickens Animal Rescue 2nd Annual Fur Ball" 6:30-10:30 pm at the Appalachian Technical College. Come Shake Your Paws & Wag Your Tails! Fine dining, dancing, silent auction. Dress is formal to semi-formal. Proceeds to benefit the Pickens Animal Rescue. Nov. 1st. "2nd Annual Cause for Paws" silent and live auction benefiting the Fayette County Humane Society. 6-9pm at the Flat Creek Country Club, Peachtree City. Dinner, auction, speakers, cash bar. Last year's event was sold out! So get your tickets early! Nov. 1st - "Columbus Kennel Club Annual B -OB Rally" at North Highland Church 7300 Whittlesey Blvd, Columbus. Annual Best Of Breed Rally will start at 9a.m. Canine Good Citizen Testing, Food, Fun, Prizes, Blessing of the Animals, Best Dressed Dog Contest, Jr. Handler Class Offered, Vendors, Micro-Chip Clinic, Demonstrations. Come join us for a fun filled day with your furbaby. For more information you can email Anita at anitaar@juno.com or call Renee Files @706-536-0502. Nov. 2nd - "Woofstock" a multi generation celebration at LITKitchen, 433c Bishop Street, Atlanta (near Atlantic Station). 5-9p.m . We're working with Jabula Dog Academy to raise money for an onsite dog training facility. Entertainment, food, cash bar, silent auction, vendors and more will help keep the evening psychedelic. The attire will be hippie elegance, wear your tie died trippiest. Tickets are $35 per person in advance or $45 at the door. Need more information? Contact Gayle at 770- 593-1155, ext. 14. Nov. 2nd- 8th - "National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week" The National Professional Pet Sitters is proud to introduce its annual collection drive to benefit our Local shelter pets. Drop off donations to Paws & Play 5870 Veterans Pkwy STE L Columbus. Donations also accepted on Nov. 1st at the Columbus Kennel Club B-OB Rally Match @ North Highland Assembly of God Church at 7300 Whittlesly Blvd. For more information: contact David & Renee Files 706-536-0502 or email David_Renee_Files @yahoo.com. Nov. 7-9 - "Pet Pictures w/Santa Claws" at the Humane Society of Hall County/845 W Ridge Rd/Gaineville from 1-5pm. Sat, Nov 8, 2008, from 10 am to 5:00 pm and Sun, Nov 9th from 1- pm (no registering after 4:45 pm, please) This is a great chance to have your family’s pictures taken with Santa, including all your pets! Our Santa loves all types of animals. Your low $25.00 fee includes 6 different poses, with no additional charge for a sitting fee. Disks of your photos will be available at a minimal $3.00 fee. Professional photography by Celestial Studios. Call 770/532-6617 to make your appointment. ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF HALL COUNTY. Nov. 13th - "Fayette County Humane Society Night at Partners II Pizza" 6-9pm in Fayetteville at the Publix Shopping Center! Portion of proceeds to benefit the Fayette County Humane Society... Come hungry! Nov. 21st - 23rd - "The Cat Fanciers' Association's 2008 International Cat Show" at the Georgia International Convention Center, Atlanta. Proceeds from the CFA International Cat Show have benefited the Winn Feline Foundation. Nov. 25th - "Grass Roots Meeting" at Cross Creek Cafe, 1221 Cross Creek Parkway, Atlanta. 7-8:30pm. Join the Georgia State Director of The Humane Society of the United States and meet with other local animal protection advocates to discuss current issues affecting animals. The meeting will provide attendees with citizen lobbying techniques & ways to take action for animals. This meeting aims to enhance Georgia’s growing grassroots efforts to promote animal protection. Call (404) 867- 5526 for more info. Dec. 6th - "GHS Holiday Open House + Photos with Santa" from 10am-3pm. A HUGE hit each year! Come shop, enjoy yummy refreshments, and have you/your pets' photos taken with SANTA! We'll have lots of great gift ideas for sale -- books, clothes, gift baskets, collectibles, and much more! Proceeds to benefit the Gwinnett Humane Society. Dec. 6th - "Cat Behaviorial Classes" at the Humane Society of Hall County/845 W. Ridge Rd/Gainesville. Have a kitty you just can’t figure out? The Humane Society of Hall County is pleased to announce it’s new program for cat owners, “Kitty Kindergarten”. Humane Society will offer 1-1/2 hour workshops on Saturdays starting in December. Have a cat that refuses to use the litter box? Or a cat that is a scratching demon? These workshops are for people only, so please leave your cat at home. A $3.00 donation to benefit the animals of the Humane Society of Hall County is greatly appreciated for each human attending. Please call 770-532- 6617 visit our Web-site for details and dates. Dec. 6th - "Cesar Millan Seminar" at Cobb Energy Centre. Cesar Millan - TV's "Dog Whisperer" is coming to Atlanta's Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre with his live Dog Behavior Seminar- 2pm. To support Gwinnett Humane Society, $5 will be donated from your ticket when you mention "GWINNETT" at the point of purchase. For more information go to www.gwinnetthumane.com or 770-798-7711 line 7. Dec. 6th - "Reindog Parade" at the Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE Atlanta from 11-1pm. The Garden's gone to the dogs this holiday season, with a parade for pups adorned in their finest holiday attire. Demonstrations and pet-training advice will be ongoing. Mandatory pre-registration closes Nov. 21st. The parade is $10 per dog, plus Garden admission. Dec. 6th - "Christmas Parade" at Petco, Market Place Blvd, Cumming. 12 – 4pm Pet Adoptions at Petco starting at 12, then see the Society Dogs march in the Christmas Parade from 3:30pm - 4:30pm! Come help the HSFC find loving, permanent homes for all! Dec. 6th - "Pet pictures with Santa" from 11am to 3pm at Wags to Whiskers Boutique and Barkery, 100 N. Peachtree Pkwy, Peachtree City. Proceeds to benefiti the Fayette County Humane Society. Dec. 6th - "Open Public Tour" from 3-4pm at the Humane Society of Hall County Adoption Center. These staff guided tours explore our facility, providing information about responsible pet care, animal behavior and safety, and what to consider when choosing a pet. Visitors will learn how our staff faces the daily challenges of running a shelter. This tour is especially helpful if you are considering volunteering or have questions on how a shelter operates. Please plan on spending at least thirty minutes when touring our facility. Please RSVP by calling (770) 532-6617. Dec. 6th - "Claus and Paws Pictures with Santa" to benefit the Athens Canine Rescue from 10am-2pm. Location: Mary's Tack, Feed and Pet Store. Visit site for directions. Dec. 6th - "HOLIDAY PHOTOS WITH SANTA" to benefit the Humane Society of Savannah / Chatham from 10am-3pm at 7215 Sallie Mood Drive. Pets must be current on vaccinations and on a leash. Questions??? Call 354-9515, x114 Dec. 7th - "Paws and Claus" to benefit Atlanta Lab Rescue at Atlantic Station. Bring your dog and join us for a fun afternoon in Central Park from 3-6pm. Admission is $25 and includes food and beverage from Strip Restaurant as well as pictures of your pooch with Santa. Dec. 7th - "Holiday Pet Pictures" at 13961 Highway 92, Woodstock, GA 30188 Have your pet's holiday picture taken with Hollywood Pets and benefit American Vet Dogs who serve those who have served. /call for appt 770.643.3894 Dec. 7th - "Holiday at the Barn - Angels with Hooves" at Horse Rescue Relief and from 1 -4 pm. 1768 Newt Green Rd. Cumming. 770-886-5419. Holiday fun for the whole family! Free Parking and Admission!! Holiday caroling, refreshments, marshmallow roast, pony rides, photos with our "Santa" Horse and Santa himself, holiday crafts, holiday treats, vendors, holiday raffle, petting zoo and visit from Santa!! Make a horse's wish come true and help us fill their stocking full. Dec. 7th - "Santa Pet Photos" to support Pickens Animal Rescue. Call for more information 706-692-2772. Dec. 7th - "Pet Pictures with Santa" to benefit the Paulding Humane Society. Call for more information 770-445-1511. Dec. 9th - "2nd Annual Pet Loss Memorial and Candlelight Service" 7pm at NorthStar Church, True North Auditorium, 3413 Blue Springs Road, Kennesaw. For more infomration contact Pet Dreams Memorial Center, 2950 Moon Station Road, Kennesaw, GA, 678-594-0041, www.petdreamsmemorial.com. Dec. 11th - "Fayette County Humane Society Night at Partners II Pizza" 6-9pm in Fayetteville at the Publix Shopping Center! Portion of proceeds to benefit the Fayette County Humane Society... Come hungry! Dec. 11th - "Animal Tales Story Time". Join us at the Humane Society for a special story time about animals from 10:30-11:15am. This interactive program is geared toward preschool age children and features stories, crafts, animal friends, and more! Every child goes home with a coloring book, sticker, and a fun pet-related experience. A $2 donation per child is greatly appreciated to support the animals at the Humane Society of Hall County. Pre-registration is required, for more details or to pre-register, please call (770) 532-6617. Dec. 13th - "Jingle Jog - 5K Elf Run". Put your best paw forward and join the Atlanta Humane Society at this year's Jingle Jog! Friends of AHS are invited to participate in the 21st Annual Race starting at 8a.m. AHS will be at the event, complete with dogs, cats, kittens and puppies, as well as the AHS Mobile Adoption Bus. The event will include activities such as pony rides, a rock wall, face painting, a Build-a-Bear workshop, visits with Santa and more! For more information about Jingle Jog or how to register for the races, please visit www.jinglejog.com. We hope to see you there! Dec. 13th - "Mend-A-Heart Grief Counseling". Grieving for an animal companion? To help people cope with the death of a pet, the Atlanta Humane Society offers Mend-A- Heart group counseling sessions. These hour-long sessions are held at the Shelter on the second Saturday of each month at 11:00 a.m. in the Administrative Area. Dec. 13th - "Claus and Paws Pictures with Santa" to benefit the Athens Canine Rescue from 10am-2pm. Location: Mary's Tack, Feed and Pet Store. Visit site for directions. Dec. 15th - "Kids N Kritters Story Time" from 3-4PM at the Blackshear Place Library, 2927 Atlanta Highway, Gainesville. Pet stories read by Kelley Uber from the Humane Society of Hall County. Open to all ages. Kelley will bring a guest--What will it be? Dec. 20th - "Christmas with the parrots" at the Feathered Friends Forever Rescue/Refuge, Inc from 11 AM - 5 PM - Snacks and deserts. Visit web-site for more details. Dec. 31st - "First Annual New Year's Eve Dance" from 9pm-1am. Magic 102.9FM, jB JAMS, and Luna’s are pleased to Sponsor Gainesville’s First Annual New Year's Eve Dance! All proceeds benefit the animals at the Humane Society of Hall County. Are you looking for an adult night out this New Year’s Eve without driving all the way to Atlanta? Come join us at the Gainesville Civic Center for food, music, and a good time. Tickets are $30 per person, $50 per couple, and $180 for a table to eight. Space is limited so go ahead and sign up now by visiting www.jbjams.com to register. |
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